Griefcast

Cariad talks to comedy writer and actor Barunka O'Shaughnessy (The Mighty Boosh, Time Wasters, Hunderby) about her Father, who died of throat cancer just before the birth of her daughter. Barunka hadn't had any contact with him since she was a child, until he got in touch to inform her he was dying. As ever they talk grief, the 1960s + recognition. You can see many of Barunka's shows online, including Timewasters on ITV2. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer and music journalist Jayson Greene (Once More We Saw Stars) about his daughter Greta, who died when she was hit by a piece of falling masonry when she was two years old. Jayson talks profoundly and deeply about the pain his family went through, the media intrusion into their lives and how they moved through those days, into the world of becoming parents again. As ever they talk grief, the meaning of tragedy + newspapers. You can follow Jayson on twitter @Jayson_Greene. His book, 'Once More We Saw Stars' is available to buy now.. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to stand-up comedians Greg Davies (Man Down, Taskmaster) + Barry Castagnola (Neckface, Experimental) in this special live episode in association with LOROS Hospice, recorded live in Leicester in May 2019. As ever they talk grief, remembering voices + seagulls. Greg is a patron of LOROS Hospice. LOROS is a hospice in Leicestershire, which supports 2,500 terminally ill patients and their loved ones every year. They offer a completely holistic service, with a 31 bed inpatient ward on site, as well as a day therapy, which are just two of many of the services available to patients, their families and carers. It costs £8 million to run LOROS every year, £6 million of which is relied on through voluntary income. Each May, the Hospice takes part in Dying Matters Week, a national awareness raising campaign that encourages people to talk openly about dying, death and bereavement. You can follow Greg on twitter @gdavies, and you can follow Barry @barrycastagnola. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer and presenter Simon Thomas (Blue Peter, Sky Sports, Love Interrupted) about his wife Gemma, who died of blood cancer in 2017. Simon talks about the incredible shock he suffered after his wife's very sudden death, helping his son process what had happened and how he got through the first year without Gemma. As ever they talk through grief, shock + McDonalds. You can follow Simon on twitter @simonthomassky. His book 'Love, Interrupted' is out to buy now. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to journalist, writer + broadcaster, Sali Hughes (Guardian, Pretty Honest, Our Rainbow Queen) about her Father, her friend Carey Lander from the band Camera Obscura and her Mother. Sali was estranged from her Mother for thirteen years, although they did see each other before she died, this episode deals with grief when you aren't speaking to the family member anymore, in case that may be hard for anyone to hear. As ever they talk grief, friendship + unfinished business. You can follow Sali on twitter and instagram @Salihughes and her new book, Our Rainbow Queen, is out now. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to stand up, writer + podcaster Sofie Hagen (Fosters Best Newcomer, Made of Human, Guilty Feminist) about her Grandad and other losses she's experienced. As ever they talk grief, winning at therapy + crying. You can follow Sofie on twitter @sofiehagen and Instagram @sofiehagendk , her new book Happy Fat is out now and you can buy it here, she is also currently on tour with Bubblewrap/Happy Fat and you can find more information on her website. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to stand up, writer + broadcaster Arthur Smith (BBC Radio 4's Loose Ends, BBC Radio 4 Extra Comedy Club, actual legend) about his Dad, Sid Smith and other losses he's had along the way. As ever they talk grief, Colditz + coppers. You can follow Arthur on twitter @arfursmith and you can find out where's he gigging at http://www.arthursmith.co.uk/. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to comedian, writer and broadcaster Samantha Baines (The Crown, Magic Mike Live, BBC Radio 4) about her Dad, who died three years ago. As ever they talk grief, radios + hen dos. You can follow Samantha on twitter @samanthabaines and you can listen to her podcast, Periods: Amazing Women in History on the usual pod apps. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to comedian + presenter Victor Linner (Morgonpasset P3), radio legend Annika Lantz (Kara Annika, Lantzkampen), and comedian and podcaster Jonathan Rollins (Power Meeting) in this special live episode in association with Sveriges Radio, recorded at Stockholm's Poddfest in March 2019. As ever they talk grief, barbecues + rollercoasters. You can follow Victor on twitter @victorlinner, you can follow Annika @annika_lantz and Jonathan @jonfraudvandam. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer Emer McLysaght (Oh My God What A Complete Aisling, The Importance of Being Aisling) about her Dad, who died eleven years ago. As ever they talk grief, chair politics + Neil Diamond. You can buy Emer's Aisling's books, (written with Sarah Breen) in paperback now, you can also follow her on twitter @emerthescreamer. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to actor, writer + fashion journalist, Rosa Hoskins about her Father, the actor Bob Hoskins, who died five years ago. As ever they talk grief, mental health + falling clocks. You can buy Rosa's book, 'It''s All Going Wonderfully Well' from all good book stores and find more information about her on rosahoskins.com. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer Thea Lim (An Ocean of Minutes, Soctiabank Giller Prize Nominee) about her Father-in-Law who died of Liver cancer. As ever they talk grief, micro-management + faraway losses. You can follow Thea on twitter @thea_lim and you can buy An Ocean of Minutes in paperback now from all good bookstores. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to musician and writer Felix White about his Mum, who died of MS when he was seventeen. As ever they talk grief, saying goodbye and Madge from Neighbours. You can follow Felix on twitter @felixwhite and you can listen to his podcast Tailenders from all good podcast shops. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer and copywriter Paul Burke (Father Frank, The Man Who Fell in Love With His Wife) about his Dad and his Mum. As ever they talk grief, London life and Raleigh choppers. You can follow Paul on twitter @paulburkeradio for more information on his work head to http://www.paulburkecreative.com/. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cariad talks to writer Robyn Hollingworth (My Mad Dad) about her Mum, who died of cancer and her Dad, who died of dementia, ten years ago. As ever they talk grief, memory + dancing. You can follow Robyn on twitter @mymaddadstory and her book, My Mad Dad: The Diary of an Unravelling Mind is published by Trapeze. You can follow the Griefcast on twitter and instagram @thegriefcast and you can email thegriefcast@gmail.com Griefcast won Gold (always believe in your soul) in Best Entertainment, Best Interview + also Podcast of the Year 2018 at the British Podcast Awards and Best Podcast at the ARIA's. It is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded at Whistledown Studios and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/griefcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.