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Over My Dead Poddy is the podcast that lifts the lid on death, dying, and funerals – busting the common funeral myths with honesty, humour, and heart. Hosted by three passionate professionals who work across the funeral industry, it’s a human-focussed, fear-facing, no-nonsense look at what really happens when it’s time to say goodbye to those we love – and why it matters. We’re here to answer the questions you’ve always wondered about but never quite dared to ask. From the practical to the p ...
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Episode 5 - Good From Grief: The Harvey McWilliams Foundation
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In this episode, Nichola sits down with Michael McWilliams for a raw and moving conversation that began in heartbreak. In 2022, Nichola led the funeral for Michael’s son Harvey — just 18 years old when he took his own life. Together, they reflect on how Harvey’s funeral became something different: deeply personal, fiercely individual, and a true ce…
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Episode 4 - Direct Cremations: The 'NEW' Funeral Phenomenon
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No doubt you’ve seen those endless TV ads for “no fuss” funerals — the promises to save you time, money, and stress. Sounds perfect, right? Here’s the twist… it’s not actually a funeral. It’s just a cremation. We’re not here to tell you what’s right for you or your loved one. But we are here to cut through the smoke, bust the myths, and clear up th…
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Episode 3 - Crafting a Ceremony - the personal touches that make memorable services
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So you’ve got the bones of the ceremony … now what? In this episode, we’re getting into the good stuff — the personal touches that turn a standard service into something unforgettable. From picking the perfect song (no, it doesn’t have to be Eva Cassidy and yes it can be Ring of Fire) to wrangling family tributes that actually hit the mark, we’re t…
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Co-Hosts Carl and Nichola were invited for chat on the BBC Radio Tees Breakfast Show. They explained their thoughts behind the concept, why they wanted people to understand that they have choices when their loved ones pass and why they felt that funeral myths needed to be busted!By overmydeadpoddy
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Episode 2 - First Call Fears - Funeral Directors and Officiants are there to help you!
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Your loved one has passed.... Who do call, what should you be asking and why you don't need to be scared...By overmydeadpoddy
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Episode 1 - First Steps - a loved one passes, so what happens next?
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Following a stuttering start the guys have their relaunch episode for you to start delving into the realms of the UK Funeral Industry. Co-Hosts Nichola Reeder, an Independent Celebrant and Carl Tate, a long standing and respected Funeral Director have teamed up to try and open up the inner workings of the funeral industry to try and Demystify and D…
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