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Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own? Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life. Occasionally we have guest episodes.
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The Director's Playbook

Funeral Directors Life

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It’s no secret that being a funeral professional is more challenging than ever. Between meeting families' changing needs and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of funeral service, you need proven strategies you can rely on to grow your business. Join us as host Paul Lovelace welcomes knowledgeable guests and shares insights and solutions from his 30+ years in sales, finance, and the funeral profession. Whether you're pursuing growth, aiming to reduce stress, or striving to stay on top of ...
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What do we really talk about when we talk about death? Life’s Last Chapter opens the door to real, meaningful conversations with people who walk beside us through the final chapters of life—celebrants, palliative care workers, funeral directors, and more. Hosted by someone who unexpectedly found themselves inside the funeral industry, this podcast is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live, grieve, say goodbye, and carry on. Whether you’re curious, grieving, planning ahead, or just ...
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Lady of Death

Robyn O'Connell

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Are you curious about death, dying, and the funeral industry in Australia? Join us as we chat and learn from experts from funeral directors, to embalmers, from those who create floral arrangements to photo presentations and so many more. We will gain insights and have open and important conversations about this topic that is so often shrouded in mystery. Hopefully you will come away enlightened and have a deeper understanding of this essential part of life!
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The Peripheral

Justin Evans

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Justin from the Generation Why collects personal stories from listeners about topics most consider taboo or shameful. Listeners reveal some of their darkest most cringe worthy moments in life to educate, entertain or to simply release into the world. Every episode will have a new topic or theme where nothing is considered taboo.
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Lifting the Lid - A Funeral Podcast

G Seller Funeral Directors

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Most of us have got questions around funerals and what really happens that intrigue us but never actually find out the answer until one of our loved ones pass away. This can be the hardest and most vulnerable times of your life. It could have been infinitely more comforting to know the honest, transparent and reassuring information so you can make an informed decision when the time does come. Andy Eeley, a Senior Funeral Director at G. Seller is hosting ‘Lifting The Lid’ to dispel the myths ...
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SoCalTraffiCast

Tim and Edgar

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Edgar and Tim Drive 50 miles each day to work, just like you. Yeah we're bored, not that funny, and one of us is a Christian, the other an Aetheist. We're both Funeral Directors with a unique perspective on life.
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A funeral podcast which dives into all aspects of the funeral industry in New Zealand and abroad. With two qualified funeral directors who care little for the old school mentality of we tell you what you can and cant do, lets leave that to you and we will give you the tools to empower the celebration of a good life!
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Conversations with Daniel, a Funeral Director, aims to draw in the community to support each other through meaningful conversations on grief, death and life. We will converse with Religious, Business, and Community Leaders, finding out more about them, the community they impact and their experience with death and how that impacts their life. They will have an opportunity to ask Daniel anything related to death and the funeral industry.
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Featuring interviews with actors, stunts, dancers, filmmakers, action movie directors, athletes, Krav Maga teachers, acting coaches, thriller cinema experts, and more. Epic tales of changemakers, authentic personal stories, and top tips about the industry, the podcast is a treasure of knowledge helping storytellers of all kinds on their own journeys, and inspiring people to take action upon their own dreams. Ever heard your inner voice getting louder and louder, urging you towards a new path ...
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The Direct Cremation Podcast

Will de Michaelis, Tyler Yamasaki

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For Innovative Funeral Directors Blazing a Trail. Tyler and Will explore the innovation happening within death care. Come join us as we explore unique perspectives from all sides of the death care industry. Tyler Yamasaki is the CEO of Parting Pro, an online arrangement platform that has helped over 150,000 families arrange their services from the comfort of their own home. Will de Michaelis helped grow and manage the Omega Society, a cremation brand that at it's peak, helped over 4,500 fami ...
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Death Perception

Joe Casper

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"From the time you are born, Til you ride in a hearse, Everything that happens in between could be worse." With his Death Perception podcast, self-help host Joe Casper shares insights on living life, death, and everything in-between. Joe has a unique vantage point as a funeral director.
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Death is a taboo in most culture so people avoid talking about it but here on The Life Celebrant Podcast, we talk openly about all things related to death and funerals, and even suggests some new ideas that we likely be a trend in the coming years. Death shouldn't be gloomy; it should be the celebration of one's life. The Life Celebrant is led by accidental funeral director Ms. Angjolie Mei. Singapore's only certified funeral celebrant.
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Being a mom, being a wife, being a funeral director being a mama of six crazy children! Reviews of different products that we use in our house with our kids, or our home. Advice for parents and relationships, and a crap ton of laughs
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Hosted by a Licensed Funeral Director with a degree in Anthropology, Marsy and a musical guru, Zay, join us as we break the stigma surrounding death itself. As life is full of uncertainty, but death is always certain. Talking about our own demise and understanding other cultures and the history surrounding death is an important topic to be educated on.
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Dying of Laughter

Chelsea London Lloyd | Comedian + Grief Gal

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DYING OF LAUGHTER with Chelsea London Lloyd is a podcast featuring interviews with millennial comedians and funny-at-heart humans with a deceased parent or sibling. Lloyd grew up with two sick parents; her dad died of ALS after a 15 year journey + her mom currently combats stage 4 metastatic breast cancer for the second time. Bonus episodes include interviews with grief counselors, funeral directors, cancer survivors, previvors, therapists, life coaches, oncologists + genetic counselors to n ...
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Many people talk about the ups and downs of married life, but few prepare for the worst-case scenario when a spouse passes away. Marriage is a journey, a stage in life shared by two people on a path that is meant to be walked together. But what happens when you lose your partner? How does one deal with this permanent separation? Welcome to Tina's Widowhood Real Talk, a safe space for widows and widowers, as well as their loved ones, to talk and listen to stories of love and loss. Tina R. For ...
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The official companion podcast for the HBO Original series Succession. Journalist and host Kara Swisher unpacks every episode of this final season with the show’s writers, producers, and directors. Plus, she taps real life experts outside the show – like business titans, whistleblowers, and political consultants – to find out just how terrifyingly accurate the world of Succession really is. You can stream all episodes of Succession and listen to the podcast on Max. The Official Succession Po ...
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GO & MAKE

Archdiocese of St. Louis

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The GO & MAKE Podcast, hosted by Brian Miller, Director of Evangelization for the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is your guide to living a mission-driven life. Join us as we equip you to live the great commission of Jesus Christ in our local church and beyond. Discover how to GO & MAKE disciples of all nations in this dynamic podcast series.
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We obsessively watch all the movies by one director, actor, writer or particular theme and rank them. Which movies will make you reach a cinematic orgasm and which ones will leave a shit stain in the history of cinema? There’s only way to find out - join us!
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Bringing you fresh ideas and interviews by entrepreneurs, creatives and experts that inspire, to grow your creativity, online presence, digital business and overall wellbeing. Listeners are curious, impact driven people that want to listen to new and innovative ideas in an entertaining and bingeworthy format.
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The Kay Manby Podcast Stillness, Strength and Soulful Living Welcome to a space where you can pause, breathe, and reconnect. I’m Kay Manby - a yoga and qigong teacher, meditation guide, and mother living in North Yorkshire. After losing my husband, I turned to stillness as a way to heal. Now I share the practices that helped me find peace amidst the chaos of life. This podcast weaves together gentle conversations, reflections, and guided meditations. Some episodes are quiet journeys inward. ...
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Life's Too Short

Partners In Care

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How could working at a hospice in Bend, Oregon shape the way you live your life? Join Lisa Hurley and Jason Medina on Life's Too Short as they discuss death, dying and the pursuit of a life well lived - mixed with a generous dose of coffee and levity.
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The Celebrant Survival Podcast

The Celebrants Collective

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Even the best job in the world has its fair shares of struggles, so don't struggle alone! Let's dig deep together and shoulder the daily challenges of celebrant life together. Hosted by, Claire Bradford and Natasha Johnson, the co-directors of awesomeness at the Celebrants Collective, each episode is bursting at the seams with useful tips and advice on everything from running your celebrant business to growing in confidence as a professional celebrant. Subscribe, listen, enjoy and review!
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A Catholic Journey

Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark

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Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark invites you to hear stories of Catholics through spirituality, and the complexities of Catholic funerals and burials. Learn the benefits of pre-planning, Catholic rituals, and burial options including cremation, mausoleum crypts, cemetery plots, natural green options, and more. Join us on “A Catholic Journey” to learn more about preparations for the afterlife and how to make every funeral and burial a fitting celebration of the deceased person ...
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After 50 years of writing comedy for most of the UK's highest-profile comics and performers, Colin now chats with those who work behind the scenes in television: from the camera operators, and sound supervisors to the directors and producers; and in show business: from the stars to the stagehands - who all share their never-before-heard memories and anecdotes. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/BEHINDTHESCENESWITHCOLINEDMONDS Facebook: colin.edmonds.73 Instagra ...
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THEYDWELL Podcast

They Dwell Beneath the Temples

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Seeking truth in this world having already known "the way, THE TRUTH, and the life" who is Jesus Christ our Lord. "And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death." Rev. 12:11 t h e y d w e l l . c o m
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One thing I know for sure is that we all have the strength to survive more than we ever think we can. In this podcast, I’ll be having heartfelt, courageous, and inspiring conversations, sharing stories about surviving those everyday things – the roadblocks that can trip us up and hold us back to from creating a life that we truly love. Sometimes an episode will be just me talking about what I’m learning, maybe what I’m listening to, watching, or reading - though mostly I’ll be chatting to ot ...
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Send us a text What are Pallbearers? How did the name come about ? Can fmaily members be pallbearers? What needs to be considered? Sy and Tina discuss all these points in this informative bite sized episode Links and resources. all about being a pallbearer The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast. Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have …
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In this episode of The Director's Playbook, I explore the unexpected role of therapy dogs in funeral services with Brian Hicks, the general manager at Elmwood Funeral Home. We delve into the journey of introducing Holly, a Goldendoodle, as a comforting presence in a traditionally somber setting. Brian shares his experiences and insights on the bene…
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Send us a text Death isn't a topic most of us eagerly discuss over dinner, yet Mark Sui, owner of Coffin and Casket Victoria, brings a refreshing perspective to this universal experience. His journey into the funeral industry wasn't planned—it began when his family migrated from Hong Kong and formed an unexpected partnership with an Italian stonema…
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Widows and widowers often become victims of catfishing schemes because of the false notion that they have immense wealth and overflowing bank accounts. But most of the time, they have already exhausted their money to pay for funeral and medical bills. AJ Coleman is here to share some preventive measures to avoid being catfished, especially if you a…
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Send us a text Young, Brave, and Beside the Dying: A Funeral Director’s Unexpected Journey In this special episode, Kay is joined by David Billington, a funeral director who found his calling at an unusually young age. With warmth and honesty, David shares the story behind his vocation, the emotional depth of his daily work, and what it means to wa…
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Send us a text Sy and Tina talk about having your loved ones body at home for a while. A tradition in some cultures. There are some things to think about in relation to looking after the body and ensuring it is ok to be visited. Links and more information Poppys blog some tips for keeping people at home Go with Graces Tips for keeping a body at hom…
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What if the key to peace during grief isn’t moving on—but moving within? In this deeply meaningful episode, we sit down with the powerful and compassionate Eileen Bild—CEO of Ordinary to Extraordinary Life, founder of the Core Thinking Blueprint Method, Breakthrough S.P.A.R.K. coach, and host of OTEL Talk. With a Master’s in transpersonal psycholog…
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Send us a text In this episode we chat about family led funerals which are not led by officiants or ministers. What do you need to think about if this is something you are interest in ? The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast. Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you…
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Cindy Claes shares her strategy on how to build a network when attending film festivals. She is a Podcast host, Action Actress and Filmmaker. She tried out different approaches recently, and went to four different film festivals. After some failures and successful connections, she shares her experience in details and offers practical top tips for m…
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I hope I haven't bit off more than I can chew but I'm going to start a youtube channel. Podcast numbers have been dwindling with the rise of short form video and tiktok. The Peripheral is my passion project and I hope to keep it going with youtube. It will always be available on every podcast platform so no worries there! Thank you to all my patreo…
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In this heartfelt episode, I speak with Marissa realities of adult children stepping into the caregiver role for their aging parents. Our guest shares a deeply personal story of navigating healthcare decisions, managing finances, and balancing their own life while caring for a parent in decline. We discuss the unexpected challenges, the moments of …
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Send us a text What happens when you die without a will? Who decides where your possessions go, who raises your children, or even what happens to your remains? The answers might surprise—and disturb—you. Estate planning specialist Nadya Volishina joins Robyn O'Connell to pull back the curtain on what happens when we fail to plan for the inevitable.…
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In this landmark edition of BTS, top Producer-Director Geoff Posner looks back upon his joyous TV career at the pioneering sharp-end of British comedy and music, working with the nation’s greatest entertainers. And it’s really all thanks to ‘Ready, Steady Go!’ and Michael Lindsay-Hogg. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by Jules Cooper - yoga teacher, gong therapist, Akashic Records reader and mother of four. Jules shares her story with openness and grace, beginning with life as a footballer’s wife and unfolding through the unimaginable loss of her son, Finn. We speak about motherhood, grief, spiritual awakening…
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Joy speaks with startup fairy Vinisha Rathod about strategies to building an online presence, developing timeless skills, balancing spirituality with commercial success and the importance of authenticity and meaningful connections. In this fun and impactful conversation we discover how to align ourselves for more traction and agency. How do we buil…
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What happens when grief feels like crawling through hot lava? When the weight of loss makes it hard to breathe, let alone believe? In this deeply moving episode of The Widowhood, Dr. Maurice Ball joins us to share his raw and powerful journey of hope after heartbreak, anger at God, and the long road toward healing after the death of his father. Tog…
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In this powerful episode, Gemma shares her journey of turning the tragic loss of her 7-year-old son, Freddie, into a force for good. As Chair of Trustees for the Bodie Hodges Foundation, she’s dedicated to helping grieving families while honouring Freddie’s memory through events like Freddie’s Fun Run. Gemma also talks about balancing her charity w…
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Send us a text In this special solstice episode, we honour the longest day of the year with a guided meditation to help you reconnect with light, inner power and the quiet strength of the heart. Through gentle breath, radiant visualisation and affirmations, you are invited to explore your own inner sun, the sovereign centre of love and personal pow…
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Send us a text Sometimes we don't make it to the bedside at the end of someones life. We can feel a certain way about being there or not. Sally , a social worker, Soul midwife and celebrant who works with grief and loss chats with Tina about this and how we can feel as loved ones, carers, family and friends after the event. link to Sally link to gr…
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Consumer preferences are shifting. Operational costs are rising. And funeral professionals face a dual challenge: increasing call volume while growing the average funeral value. One of the most effective solutions is a proactive preneed program.In this episode, host Paul Lovelace is joined by Tyler Anderson, Senior Vice President of Business Develo…
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Imagine being thrown into the depths of grief and coming out the other side with a heart that's not just healed, but stronger than ever. Today’s guest, Susan Peters, shares her transformative journey from heartbreak to hope. After the sudden loss of her beloved husband, Susan embarked on a path that not only helped her reconnect with her heart but …
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Send us a text Whats involved in bequeathing your body to medical science in the UK? What should you think about if this interests you or a fmaily member has this wish? Is it the same as organ donation? All these questions and a few more are covered in this sensitive conversation with Sy and Tina Resources A love of Humanity information about body …
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(This is an episode from the podcast "On With Kara Swisher”, from from New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.) From media moguls to tech billionaires, Oscar-nominated and Emmy award-winning writer, producer and director Jesse Armstrong knows how to tap into the psyche of the rich and powerful. In the “Succession” creator’s new HBO mov…
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In this first episode of Life’s Last Chapter, we sit down with Michael, a thoughtful funeral celebrant, to explore what it means to truly celebrate a life. He shares how personal, meaningful ceremonies help families grieve, remember, and say goodbye with dignity and love.By Kellie Sleep
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Send us a text Death appears in whispers and shadows throughout our lives, yet we rarely make space to truly understand it. In this enlightening conversation, Robyn O'Connell speaks with her nephew Luke O'Connell about his transformative journey as a hospice volunteer in Busselton, Western Australia. Luke's path into end-of-life care began with per…
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Today, we’re honored to sit down with Mike Bernhardt, editor of Voices of the Grieving Heart—an extraordinary anthology of poetry, essays, and artwork created by 83 individuals from around the world. These aren’t polished poems from literary giants—they are raw, real expressions from people navigating the depths of grief and the slow rise toward he…
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Send us a text Tina and Sy discuss what these sort of funerals involve. if there a difference? Can you include some Green and Ecologically positive aspects in every funeral? listen in for an interesting update Resources The Green Burial Council Bereavement Advice Center , Green Funerals The Good Goobyes , funeral facts podcast. Ever wondered about …
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According to the National Funeral Directors Association, more than 4,000 funeral home owners are expected to sell their businesses by 2026. This trend is partly why succession planning has become a popular topic among funeral professionals, with many funeral home owners wondering how to get started and what their first step should be. Join us as ho…
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Send us a text The Gift of Kalkan - A Guided Journey into Stillness and Beauty In this episode, I share a quiet reflection inspired by an unexpected invitation to the coastal town of Kalkan, Turkey - a place that reminded me how healing it is to pause, to breathe, and to simply be. Through soft storytelling and gentle visualisation, I invite you to…
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What if the way to healing your heart isn't through your head... but through your gut? In this episode, we welcome Shirley Billigmeier—author, intuitive coach, and gut-brain expert—for a powerful conversation on grief, food, and reclaiming your inner wisdom. Shirley shares how emotional eating, especially after deep loss, is often not about willpow…
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Joy speaks with award-winning communicator and journalist Briana Blackett. With her extensive global news experience, we explore how to tell a compelling story and authentically connect with people. We explore how to navigate misinformation and disinformation whilst telling our own impactful stories. Briana is currently Future Women’s Head of Conte…
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Send us a text Today's episode is about Organ donation, listen in to Tina and Nurse Specialist Kathryn Somers from Devon in the UK talk about this. Kat explores how to indicate you wish to be a donor, the criteria considered for organ donation, the number of people who can benefit and so much more. Resources St Johns medal Registering an organ dona…
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Send us a text What does it truly mean to die with dignity? Behind the clinical terminology and medical frameworks lies a deeply human experience that most healthcare systems aren't equipped to honour. In this powerful conversation, Callie Watt takes us through her 31-year nursing odyssey from remote indigenous communities to emergency departments,…
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Send us a text The Rainbow Within - A Chakra Meditation for Balance and Renewal In this second episode of The Kay Manby Podcast, we explore the beauty and symbolism of the rainbow - as hope, as harmony, as a bridge between the physical and the spiritual. Through gentle storytelling and guided meditation, you'll be invited to journey through the sev…
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In this episode, we break down the often-overlooked topic of funeral costs. From understanding the basic components of a funeral to exploring the financial options available, we discuss how to plan a meaningful service without breaking the bank. We also cover the differences between cremation and burial costs, the benefits of pre-planning, and ways…
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