Raising a Child Without Your Parents: A Story of Grief, Addiction, and Grace with Lauren Sisler

We also talked about her journey into parenthood without her own parents, how she’s navigated the anxiety of nearing the age they died, and the profound transformation that came with raising her son.

Today’s guest, Lauren Sisler, shares her deeply personal and moving story of loss, healing, and purpose. Lauren is an Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster, ESPN sideline reporter, author, and keynote speaker—also known for her signature sideline shimmy. But behind her professional success lies a hidden chapter she kept quiet for years: the shocking loss of her parents to opioid addiction.

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