# Music Journalist on Loss, Resilience & Lessons from Rock Stars — Nancy Dunham | Ep 144

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Published: 2026-07-06T17:22:48+00:00
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## Resource

From a chaotic childhood and interviewing rock legends to navigating profound loss and bullying in her career, Nancy Dunham shares the “bonus tracks” of life — the hidden wisdom between the lines. In this heartfelt conversation, Nancy discusses: • Growing up with a critically ill parent and feeling like the “happy accident” • Lessons from interviewing hundreds of musicians and artists • Kindness from unexpected people like Marilyn Manson • Surviving family dynamics, professional bullying, and the loss of her husband • How music, storytelling, and resilience helped her reinvent herself If you’re navigating grief, identity, midlife transitions, or finding meaning in challenges, Nancy’s stories offer deep inspiration. Nancy Dunham is a journalist, author, and creator of Bonus Tracks — collecting wisdom from the world of music. Timestamps below ⬇️ #MusicJournalist #LifeLessons #GriefAndResilience #BonusTracks #RockStarWisdom #MidlifeReinvent Connect with Nancy Dunham Website: https://bonustracksbynancy.substack.com/ If conversations with Sekani sparks something in you, do well to share to someone who you think might need this. Subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes. If you have a minute leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday unique voices and the insight they carry. Your support means the world. Want to be a guest on Conversation with Sekani? Send a message to Joy https://www.podmatch.com/member/conversationswithsekani Chapters 0:00 - Intro & Welcome Nancy Dunham 1:40 - Chaotic Childhood & Feeling Like the “Happy Accident” 8:15 - Music as Escape & Becoming a Music Journalist 15:30 - Interviewing Hundreds of Artists & Hidden Lessons 23:10 - Kindness from Marilyn Manson & Unexpected Grace 31:45 - Professional Bullying & Family Challenges 40:20 - Loss of…

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