It's A Death Sentence
It is a podcast about life, death, grief, and the dark humor in between. It is hosted by two women in their 40s: one works as an anatomical pathology technologist performing daily autopsies, and the other is a professional singer. Both have faced grief and explore how loss ripples through families, friendships, and communities. Episodes feature lively discussions, personal stories, and interviews about mourning rituals, unspoken rules, and the messy, taboo sides of being alive and not. The tone mixes sharp British sarcasm, uncomfortable honesty, and dark humor.
Episodes
Pick Your Poison: Deadly History, Poisonous Secrets and Toxic Towns
From Victorian murder mysteries to modern-day poisonings, workplace scandals and an entire community exposed to toxic pollution… this episode is enough to make you look twice at what's lurking in the shed.This week, it's just Emma and Carrie, and we're in full throttle as we explore the fascinating, frightening and sometimes downright unbelievable world of poison.We're talking hist
harry potter and death: the boy that lost
It’s Halloween month… so naturally, Carrie has turned up to the studio as Carrie Potter.This week, we’re heading into the magical world of Harry Potter to explore one of the biggest themes running through the entire franchise: death.There’s just one small problem…Carrie is a Harry Potter EXPERT.Emma… absolutely is not.In fact, Emma’s knowledge of the entire franchise is so embarrassingly poor that
Bizarre Deaths - Some Of The strangest Ways People Have Died
This week, Carrie and Emma are going somewhere they probably shouldn't go quite so enthusiastically: we're talking about bizarre deaths.And when Carrie is an Anatomical Pathology Technician, that means Emma has an almost unlimited supply of questions.Naturally, Emma wants to know everything.What actually happens to the human body after a fire? Which parts of the body can burn? What does a
12 Months Later: Six Feet Under & Still Figuring It Out
Twelve months. One year. 365 days. And somehow… it still doesn't quite feel real.In this deeply personal episode of It's A Death Sentence, Emma and Carrie reflect on 12 months of grief after losing two of the people they loved most: Emma's dad and Carrie's brother.What actually changes when you reach that one-year mark?Is grief different at 12 months, or are you simply different be
The Weight Of Grief: Eating Up Your Feelings or Starving Yourself With Sorrow
When we picture someone grieving, we’re often shown the same image: hollow cheeks, a shrinking body, clothes hanging from a suddenly smaller frame. The beautiful, tragic, almost glamorous picture of the bereaved person who has simply… stopped eating.But what happens when grief does the opposite?In this episode of It’s A Death Sentence, Emma and Carrie have one of their most candid conversations ye
Amber Alert- Francesca Amber: Can You Manifest Through Grief?
We are SO proud to have interviewed Francesca Amber on the podcast!For those who don’t know her, Francesca is a Sunday Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and host of the UK’s number-one self-development podcast, Law of Attraction Changed My Life. She’s also the author of Manifest Like a Mother — a book that, as it happens, played a rather important part in this particular episode coming to lif
Manifesting Through Grief: Can the Law of Attraction Still Work When You’re Broken?
We’ve talked a LOT about death and grief on this podcast… but what happens when you throw manifestation and the Law of Attraction into the mix?In this episode, Carrie and Emma get personal about their own experiences with manifestation, gratitude and visualisation — and why they’ve both loved and used the Law of Attraction in their own lives.Both of us started with The Secret, the classic beginner
THE MUSLIM UNDERTAKER — AHMED HRAICHIE | THE AUSSIE MAMMOTH
In this fascinating episode of It’s A Death Sentence, Carrie and Emma are joined by Ahmed Hraichie — The Muslim Undertaker, also known as the Aussie Mammoth — an Australian funeral service professional whose work and social media have reached a global audience.Ahmed takes us on a journey through his remarkable path into the death industry, from his early days working in mortuary removals and cemet
How it all started: The Story Behind Its A Death Sentence
How It All Began: The Story Behind It’s A Death SentenceWhy on earth would two women decide to make a podcast about death, dying and grief?Well… there’s quite a story behind it.Carrie and Emma are both bereaved, and death has become as much a part of their lives as life itself. Carrie has lost her mother-in-law, her uncle and, more recently, her beloved brother David. Emma has lost both of her par
The Interviews - Primrose Hospice: Pete and Steve on Finding Joy in the Present
What if the very place we fear most at the end of life is actually where we find the most joy, connection, and purpose?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down with Stephen and Pete, two men who share their deeply moving experiences at the Primrose Hospice. Far from the sombre, quiet place they initially feared, they discovered a vibrant community filled with laughter, dominoes, and u
The Interviews - Primrose Hospice: Sarah McDowell on The Reality of Hospice Care
When you hear the word "hospice," what is the first thing that comes to mind?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down with Sarah McDowell from Primrose Hospice & Family Support Centre to dismantle the common misconception that hospices are simply places where people go to die. Sarah shares her personal journey into the charity sector, inspired by her mother's 16-year career as a h
The Interviews - Jenna Smalley on Losing Three Family Members in Two Years
When multiple losses hit in quick succession, how do you find the space to grieve while still holding everything together for everyone else?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down with Jenna Smalley, a 34-year-old mother of two who experienced the unimaginable loss of three close family members in just two years. Jenna shares her deeply personal journey of losing her father suddenly
The Interviews - Primrose Hospice: Rachel Watts on Finding Light in the Dark
How do you find the light in the darkest of times?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down with Rachel Watts, a social worker, trustee, and dedicated supporter of Primrose Hospice. Rachel shares her deeply personal journey following her sister Liz’s terminal cancer diagnosis, and how the hospice became a lifeline for her entire family. We explore the vital role of peer support for gri
The Interviews - Primrose Hospice: Kim Chandler on Finding Humour and Humanity in a Terminal Diagnosis
What if the secret to truly living lies in accepting our own mortality?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down with the incredible Kim Chandler at the Primrose Hospice. Kim shares her journey of living with a terminal secondary breast cancer diagnosis, far outliving her original prognosis, and how she chooses to embrace every single day with humour, honesty, and a refreshing lack of
Dead Smart: The Death Quiz
Ready for a fun, cheeky quiz to test how much you’ve been paying attention?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we put our (and your) knowledge to the test with a quiz covering everything from the biology of death and the body to grief, desire, psychology, and philosophy to revisit key themes from previous episodes.What You’ll Discover- Death and the Body: From the most common causes of death
DEAD Talks: Grief, 9/11, and the Power of Humour
What if the most profound way to honour the dead is to find the courage to truly live and maybe even laugh along the way?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down with David Ferrugio, host of the DEAD Talks podcast and author of the upcoming book, Not Dead Yet. David shares his deeply personal journey of losing his father in the World Trade Centre on 9/11 when he was just 12 years old.
The Grief of a Nation: When We Are All Grieving
There is a strange, quiet comfort in knowing that the person standing next to you is feeling exactly as devastated as you are.In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we dive deep into the heavy, fascinating world of collective grief. From the profound national mourning that followed the death of Princess Diana to the shared, daily trauma of the Covid-19 pandemic, we explore why we cry for people
The Interviews - Dr Emma Johnson: The Fear of Death
This is one of those topics that we just don't talk about enough in our daily lives, mostly because we get so caught up in the busyness of simply getting by.In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down once again with Emma Johnson. She shares a deeply personal account of what it was like to care for her father at the end of his life. We explore the complexities of navigating a difficult p
Sex & Death
Sex and death - two of life’s biggest taboos, explored with honesty and zero judgment.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we dive into the often unspoken connection between grief and sexuality. From heightened desire as a form of comfort or escapism to the phenomenon known as “widow’s heat,” we discuss how loss can reshape intimacy in surprising ways.What You’ll Discover- Grief and Libido: W
Death & Disney
This was one of those episodes that took us right back to our childhood.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we unpack how Disney films shaped our early understanding of death - from parental loss in Bambi and The Lion King to dramatic villain endings, the afterlife in Coco, and the emotional punch of stories like My Girl and Watership Down.What You’ll Discover- How Disney Handles Death: Comm
Kids Talk Death: The Deadly Curious Q&A
This episode felt different because we handed the big questions over to the children.In this special episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we run a kids’ workshop and ask young people what they think about death, grief, the afterlife, funerals, and how they’d support a friend who is sad.What You’ll Discover- Honest Answers from Children: What they believe happens when we die, whether they think there’
Near-Death Experiences: What Do You See When You Die?
In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we explore near-death experiences - what people report seeing, feeling, and learning when they come close to dying and return.What You’ll Discover- Common Elements of Near-Death Experiences: Bright lights, feelings of peace and wholeness, out-of-body sensations, and encounters with loved ones or beings.- The Science vs. The Mystery: How the brain might cre
Decomposed & Dead
This was one of those conversations where you end up equal parts fascinated and slightly horrified.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we getting into what actually happens to your body after you die. Carrie, who performs autopsies for a living, takes us through the full process of decomposition - from the very first changes to the bloating, purging, skin slip, maggots, and everything in bet
The Interviews - John Kammer: AI and Grief
This episode goes right to the heart of one of the most tender, complicated spaces we’ve ever explored.In this episode, we sit down with John Kramer, founder of Guardian Angels, to talk openly about using AI as a tool in grief. John shares his own journey through loss, the accidental beginnings of the platform, and how it evolved from an experiment into a structured, therapist-guided journaling ex
Death By Social Media: The Toxic Loop We Can’t Escape
This episode felt different to record because, if we're honest, there’s a lot of frustration in it.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we take a proper look at social media. The good, the bad, and the parts that are genuinely dangerous. From the pressure to be liked, to the impact on our mental health, and the very real consequences for young people, this is an honest, unfiltered conversatio
Time Warp: Why Grief Distorts Time in Ways No One Explains
We’ve both felt this, but no one really prepares you for it. In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down and talk about how grief completely warps your sense of time. One moment everything feels frozen, like it just happened, and the next, months have passed in a blur you can barely remember. This is a raw, honest conversation about what that actually feels like, why it happens, and why
Bonus Episode: A Meditation on Grief
This special bonus episode from It’s a Death Sentence offers a gentle, guided meditation designed to bring comfort, calm, and a sense of connection in moments of loss.Written and produced by Emma Skipp and Leon Payne, this meditation was created from a deeply personal place. Emma, who finds great comfort in guided meditation, wanted to craft something specifically for those navigating gr
The Interviews: Jayne Thomson - Funeral Care, Getting in Nature for Grief, and Running a Death Cafe
This conversation really stayed with us because it’s one of those stories that feels both deeply personal and quietly powerful.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down with Jayne Thomson, a funeral director who came into the industry after losing her Mum, to explore what it’s like to work so closely with death every day. We talk about grief, purpose, the reality behind the role, and w
6 Foot Under and 6 Months In
There’s this unspoken expectation that by six months in, you should be doing better. That the worst has passed, that life has settled, that you’ve somehow “moved on.” But in this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down and talk honestly about what grief actually feels like six months after loss.What You’ll Discover- Grief Doesn’t Follow a Timeline: Six months isn’t a milestone of healing, it
Kids Talk Death: Honest, Funny, and Surprisingly Wise
We didn’t expect this conversation to be quite as powerful as it turned out to be. In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we do something a little different. We hand the mic over to kids. What follows is one of the most honest, funny, and unexpectedly insightful conversations about death, grief, and what happens after we die.What You’ll Discover- How Kids Really Understand Death: Simple, honest
The Bucket List and the F*ck It List
Grief has a funny way of stripping everything back. In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we dive into the idea that losing someone does not just break your heart, it reshuffles your priorities. We’re talking bucket lists, the things we still want to do before we die, and the far more liberating f*ck it list, the things we are absolutely done with.From Tahiti and ballroom dancing to refusing t
The Interviews - Rob Oliver: Loss, Laughter, and Learning to Live Again
We didn’t quite know where this conversation was going to go when we hit record, and honestly, that’s what makes it so powerfulIn this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down with Rob Oliver, an IT manager and musician, to talk about grief in its rawest form. From losing his Dad, Mum, and close friends, to navigating severe anxiety and depression, Rob shares a story that is both deeply painf
The Death Deck: Stupid Deaths and Serious Questions
It’s thoughtful, it’s a bit chaotic, and yes, we also play a round of Stupid Deaths, because nothing says healthy death conversation like guessing whether someone was really squashed by a bus or taken out by a flying football boot.What We Uncover- Immortality Isn’t That Appealing: Why living forever sounds impressive until you imagine outliving everyone you love.- Afterlife or Absolute Blackness:
The Interviews - Ross King: When Grief Changes You
Some conversations hit you in the chest and stay there. This is one of them. In this episode of It’s A Death Sentence, we sit down with Ross King for a raw, unfiltered conversation about surviving near-death experiences, losing his sister at 24, and watching his best friend die years later.Ross talks openly about suicide, car crashes, anger, counselling and the strange way grief hardens and soften
Neurodivergent and Grieving
We’ve been wanting to have this conversation for a while. In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we talk openly about neurodivergence and what happens when grief enters the picture. Is grieving different if you’re neurodivergent, or is it simply that grief is never as neat or predictable as we pretend it is?We reflect on late diagnoses, masking, sensory overwhelm and the quiet exhaustion that c
Dying to Look Good: The Deadly Side of Beauty Gone Wrong
We all want to feel a bit more fabulous sometimes, but what if chasing that glow-up could actually kill you?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we dive into the wild world of beauty treatments that turned fatal. From Botox blunders and filler fiascos to surgeries that went horribly wrong, we share shocking stories of people who died trying to look their best.What We Uncover- Botox &
The Interviews: Amy Courtney - Guidance from the Other Side
We love conversations that bring warmth and connection, and Amy Courtney's stories of linking people with their loved ones in spirit felt like a hug from the other side.In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down with Amy, a medium who creates unforgettable evenings of spiritual connection. We chat about her journey, the loving messages she channels from spirit, and how these moments bri
Dying for Love: When Romance Meets Mortality
In this Valentine’s special of It’s a Death Sentence, we explore one of humanity’s oldest, strangest and most uncomfortable pairings: love and death. From broken hearts that physically fail, to myths of abduction and devotion, to killings committed in the name of love, we examine how romance, grief, obsession and mortality have always been tightly interwoven.What We Explore- When Love Becomes Phys
Brum Yodo
We had an absolute blast at Birmingham City Library for the Matter of Life and Death Festival with Brum Yodo - that's You Only Die Once, a brilliant group making death conversations feel normal and even fun.In this special compilation episode of It's a Death Sentence, Carrie and I pull together our favourite bits from the day. We chat with Sarah Barton from Stirchley Art Room about her death-inspi
Death and Dating
How do we date when death has already changed us and how honest do we need to be about the grief we carry?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we talk openly about dating after loss. Whether through bereavement, serious illness, miscarriage or sudden change, death has a way of reshaping how we relate, trust and attach. And yet, dating culture rarely makes space for that reality.Toge
The Interviews: Allyse Worland - Death, Dignity and the Last Gift We Leave Behind
What does it mean to work with death every day and how does that change the way we think about living, grieving and planning our own endings?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we’re joined by Allyse Worland, a first-generation funeral director and embalmer from the United States, whose career began at just 15 years old after a deeply personal experience of loss.We talk openly with
Death Education: A Missing Part of the Curriculum
What if we didn’t wait for children to experience loss before teaching them how to understand it?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we talk openly about a landmark change coming to UK education. From September 2026, grief and bereavement education will become part of the statutory RSHE curriculum, and we wanted to take time to unpack what that really means - for schools, for child
Is It Grief? How Loss Turns Into Daily Rage
Is the short fuse, the sudden tears, the “why am I fighting everyone?” moment just you… or is it grief wearing a disguise?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we sit down and ask the question we (and probably you) keep wondering: how do we know if we’re just having a bad day… or if grief is quietly driving the wheel?From screaming at partners over nothing, to realising your tolerance for bull
New Year, New Me
New year, new me? Yeah, right! When you’re carrying grief, January 1st doesn’t magically wipe the slate clean - it just swaps the tinsel for a hangover and a side of guilt.In this episode, we ditch the resolutions and get real about what “new year, new me” actually feels like when someone you love is missing from the table. We explore why grief doesn’t give a toss about the calendar.What You’ll Le
So Now You’re Dead: What Happens When Someone Dies in Hospital
You’ve just lost a loved one in hospital. Everyone’s crying. And then… the admin avalanche begins.In this no-filter, step-by-step guide we walk you through the exact bureaucratic gauntlet of what happens if a loved one dies in hospital. From bank-holiday hell to coroners, certificates, and finally getting your loved one to the funeral director - this is the episode nobody wants to need… but everyo
You Better Watch Out: The Most Lethal Christmas Ever Recorded
Think Christmas is all twinkly lights and mince pies? Think again - history is full of people who met their end courtesy of a festive fir tree, toxic stockings, and a seven-year-old with a rifle.In this gloriously dark seasonal special of It’s a Death Sentence, we unwrap the wildest, weirdest, and most lethal Christmas deaths on record. From the Victorian Christmas Holiday Effect (a genuine spike
The Christmas Holiday Effect: Surviving the Most Wonderful (and Hardest) Time of the Year
Is it just another day… or the one day that can break your heart all over again?In this festive special of It’s a Death Sentence, we rip open the glittery wrapping on Christmas when you’re grieving. We explore the pressure to create “perfect” memories, the guilt of wanting to hide under the duvet, and why sometimes the best gift is permission to do Christmas completely differently.What You’ll Lear
Helen Milwood: Live Psychic Reading
In this special episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we hand the mic over to the wonderful psychic medium Helen Milwood for the full, unedited live readings she did for us earlier this year.Both readings are funny, emotional, and scarily accurate in places – exactly the kind of chaotic spirit energy we love on It’s a Death Sentence.It's A Death Sentence shares real stories of life after loss and is p
See a Penny Pick It Up: Superstitions, Myths & Deathly Traditions
From itchy palms to shoes on the table, Irish mammies have a superstition for everything - but when death knocks, the rules get delightfully dark and downright bizarre.In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we tumble down the rabbit hole of deathly omens and gloriously grim rituals - from doppelgängers dropping doom, birds stealing souls and clocks frozen at the fatal hour.It's A Death Sentence
The Interviews: Learning to Heal with Lucy
Grief doesn’t always arrive with a funeral - it can slip in quietly after a divorce, an empty nest, or the slow realisation that part of who you were is gone.In this episode, we sit down with Lucy, who shares her profound journey from losing her mother to brain cancer and her stepdad soon after, to founding a bereavement support service and organising uplifting events like her upcoming Grief Festi
The Interviews: Normalising Grief with Suzanne McArthur
Suzanne McArthur, occupational therapist turned grief guru with 30 years in end-of-life care, joins us to share her journey from oncology work within the NHS to Marie Curie and Birmingham Hospice - where redundancies sparked her to launch Evolve and Flourish for workshops and Thriving Connections for grant-funded, community-co-developed projects tackling barriers to grief support.We dive into inst
Death Matters: Dionne on Celebrating Change
What if we honoured life’s big changes not just with milestones like weddings and funerals, but with rituals that truly acknowledge who we’re becoming?In this special episode from Brum YODO recorded live at Birmingham Central Library as part of Death Matters, we sit down with Dionne, a celebrant whose work reimagines how we commemorate both beginnings and endings. After sharing an incredible near-
Witches, Ghosts and Ghostwatch: A Halloween Special
In this Halloween special of It’s a Death Sentence, we lean right into the season of spooks. From childhood terrors to modern traditions, we explore why Halloween holds such a grip on our imaginations. We wander through our Halloween memories, including the infamous BBC Ghostwatch that traumatised a generation.We talk broomsticks, witches, and trick-or-treating, dive into how Halloween evolved fro
The New Normal: The Power of Peer Support
What happens when grief becomes the starting point for real human connection rather than something to hide away from?In this episode, we sit down with Ben, co-founder of The New Normal, a charity providing free, non-judgmental peer-to-peer support for people navigating grief and mental health. What began with one conversation between two young men - bonded by the loss of their fathers - has grown
The Legend Peter Skipp
How do you grieve a parent you’ve already been saying goodbye to for years?In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, Emma shares the story of her dad, Peter Skipp - a kind, intelligent man who lived a vibrant life before Alzheimer’s slowly altered the rhythm of their family’s world.Emma reflects on the long arc of her father’s illness, from the first signs of dementia to the moments before his dea
Carrie on Living with the Loss of a Sibling
How do you grieve a sibling when the world forgets you’re grieving too?In this episode, Carrie shares the recent loss of her brother, who died of cancer at just 45 years old. She opens up about the raw reality of sibling grief—the kind that often goes unseen as attention is directed toward parents, partners, and children.From the humour and mischief her brother brought to life, to the anger and pr
A Natural Undertaking: Rethinking Funerals with Fran & Carrie
What if funerals weren't a production line-but a chance to truly reflect a life?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we're joined by Fran Glover and Carrie Weeks, co-founders of A Natural Undertaking, the Birmingham-based funeral directors transforming the way we say goodbye. From personal loss and unanswered questions to creating a business that empowers families, Fran and Carrie share their
Living Between Two Worlds: Helen Millward’s Story
What if the spirit world was closer-and more real-than we dare to believe?In this episode, we sit down with psychic medium Helen Millward, founder of Helen's Angels of Tranquillity. From childhood visions and family roots in Irish Traveller traditions, to decades of readings, stage demonstrations, and encounters with both light and dark presences, Helen shares her extraordinary journey of living b
Jo Arnold: Surviving Meningitis and Embracing Life's Twists
What if a brush with death could spark a bold new outlook on life?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we sit down with Jo Arnold, a 43-year-old who survived a harrowing case of pneumococcal meningitis. Jo shares how a sudden fever turned into a fight for her life and how it fuelled her resilience and zest for living.What You'll Discover- Spotting the Signs: Recognise early meningitis symptom
Davina’s Journey: Grief and Grace
What if knowing your exact ‘end date’ could empower your life's journey? In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we welcome Davina Barua, who shares her heartfelt story of growing up with an older, unwell father. From family caregiving challenges to embracing grief and reflections on death, Davina offers raw insights into resilience, love, and finding peace amid loss.What You'll Learn- Caregivin
Death: But It's Tradition
In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we unravel the evolution of death rituals, spotlighting how the Black Death reshaped mourning practices centuries ago. From Tibetan sky burials to Irish wakes, Maori tangihanga, Jewish Shiva, and Viking send-offs, we explore how diverse cultures honour the departed and how these traditions adapt today.What You'll Learn- Plague’s Lasting Ec
Healing Grief Through Poetry and Community
What if poetry could transform personal grief into shared healing?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we welcome Maggie Parsons, who founded Poetree in 2021 after her brother John's tragic death from COVID at age 53. Maggie shares her experience of discovering his passing during lockdown and how it inspired her to display poems on a tree outside her house, fostering community connection and
6 Feet Under
What if your final send-off could be as quirky as cryogenic freezing or as serene as a sea burial?In this episode of It's a Death Sentence, we explore the fascinating world of burials. From prehistoric interments to modern options like natural sites and home burials, we share insights on history, costs, and personal choices. What You’ll Learn - Burial Basics: Understand the reasons
Gutted: Popcorn, Penis and Pacemakers
Why do we shy away from talking about what happens to a body after death? In this episode of It’s a Death Sentence, we dive into autopsies with humour and curiosity. We explore the process of organ evisceration, debunk myths like popcorn-filled cremations, and touch on the history of grave-robbing for science.We cover Julius Caesar’s fatal wounds to modern challenges with bariatric bodies, unpacki
Nicki’s Fight: The MND Warrior
Nick opens up about his wife Nicki’s fight with motor neurone disease, a journey that started with a misdiagnosis and led them through a maze of a broken healthcare system. Nicki’s spirit never wavered - she planned her own funeral and dreamed up MND warrior t-shirts, her way of staying fierce and independent even as her body failed her.We talk about the weight of car
Death’s Wild Side: What A Way to Go
Get ready for a lively spin through some of history’s strangest send-offs! Did cherries and iced milk really take out a president? Or a wrestler meet his end mid-match? In this episode, Carrie and I dig into the 19th and 20th centuries’ wildest deaths.With quirky tales like hair-eating disasters, a mouse-swallowing mishap and a jockey’s eerie victory lap, we blend dark humour with a fast trip thro
The Interviews: Dr Emma Johnson - The Fear of Death and The Joy of Life
Dr Emma Johnson talks to the podcast about her wonderfully interesting life, from working as a prison officer to her journey into clinical psychology. Dr Johnson gives us her unique perspective on death and talks about her own experiences of life, education and working in acute mental health services.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsadeathsentencepodcast follow and like us for more
The Interviews: Masked Grief - Tom Woods: A Tribute To Alex
Today the podcast interviews the wonderful Tom woods, a teacher ,creator, musician ,old soul and all round legend. Tom pays tribute to his brother Alex and talks about his view on life, loss and what happens after death. we discuss everything from most haunted to to soul familys an intresting and enlightening interview.#Dreadboistudios #soulcluster #karate #dreds #kindredspirits #derekacorah
The Interviews: Gavin Monaghan Music Mogul & Magical Being
Today it's a death sentence welcomes the multi platinum award winning producer and 2 time producer & studio of the year, Mr Gavin Monaghan. Gav talks to us about life, death, music and the magic of living life to the full. We had a wonderful time talking to gav and his insights on death and the afterlife are truly fascinating. Listen now on all major platforms, and available to watch on
The Interviews: Sophie's Story
The its a death sentence podcast welcomes the lovely Sophie Skipp to the studio, Sophie is a very special guest as she not only brings her expertise as a grief counsellor and her own experiences of loss, she is the very own sister of one of the podcast hosts. A funny and frank interview with Sophie about the loss of her mother as a young adult and how she deals with grief both personally and profe
The Interviews: Louise Goode - No ordinary celebrant: Talks Life, Death and Living Funerals
This week its a death sentence welcomes Louise Goode No ordinary celebrant to the podcast. We have a frank discussion about life and death and Louise's experience working as a celebrant and helping people to celebrate the lives they once lived. A heartwarming account of life as a celebrant, The joy of living funerals with emphasis on fun and wanting to live 5 more lifetimes. A joy to m
Suicide Awareness: a global concern
In this episode Carrie & Emma discuss suicide, the global concern and one of the biggest causes of death for men under 50 years of age. The ladies discuss their own views on suicide and talk from their own experience around the subject. Some sensitive information and not suitable for younger listeners.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsadeathsentencepodcast follow and like us for
The Interviews: Winston's Wish - Sophie Kirkwood Talks Death, Childhood bereavement services and her own experience of loss
Its a death sentence podcast welcomes Sophie Kirkwood who works for Childhood Bereavement Charity Winston's Wish. Sophie discusses how Winston's Wish are leading the way in digital support for young adults and children in the UK. A fascinating insight into whats available in terms of support for our young people who have lost someone and are dealing with grief, Sophie discusses her own view on dea
The Interviews: Reverend Chris Kennedy on Life , Death and how the church community deals with Dying. Full interview
The podcast gives a warm welcome to Revered Chris Kennedy today, we were lucky enough for Chris to join us and get involved in those difficult conversations we are trying to encourage. Reverend Kennedy was open, honest and interesting, as a man of god its important to get his perspective on death and what happens when we die! An absolute pleasure.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsad
Assisted Dying Bill - Should we have the right to choose?
The podcast discusses the Assisted Dying Bill and debates if we should be allowed the right to choose to end our own lives should we be diagnosed with a terminal illness? What do you think? We would love to talk to you about this hot topic!!! Please get in touch at . Please note these are the hosts own opinions and not to be confused for facts - we respect all points of view and encourage o
The Interviews: Sean's Story
This week the podcast talks to Sean, a young man who has had a world of experience when it comes to loss. Sean discusses with us death and what he thinks happens when we die! We talk about his plans for the future , An authentic and heartwarming interview, Sean really was a pleasure to talk and a joy to listen to.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsadeathsentencepodcast follow a
The Interviews: Primrose Hospice - Dealing with Death Daily: The highs and hopes of palliative care
We Welcomed primrose hospice to the podcast for a fascinating discussion on death and dying. The ladies from primrose hospice were thoughtful, funny and insightful about death and dealing with people who are facing a death sentence. It was so interesting to get the perspective of those who are faced with the very realness of death on a daily basis. Some bad language and strong co
The Interviews: Laura's Story
In this episode we meet Laura, a young beauty business owner who talks about the loss of her mother and moving on with life after loss at a young age. Laura discusses her spirituality and the answer to that age old question what happens when we die?? Some bad langauge from the outset, not suitable for younger listeners.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsadeathsentencepodcast fo
The Interviews: Brum YODO A Matter of Life & Death
This episode we welcome Helen Tomblin and Jess Allan from Brum YODO as we start the wind up to the A matter of life and death festival Birmingham. This festival takes place every year in May during Dying Matters Awareness Week which is celebrated nationally. A fascinating and funny interview with a twist - we loved talking to these ladies. To take part in everything they have to offer g
The Interviews: Nyla's Story
The podcast welcomes Nyla this week as she talks openly about the sad loss of her husband after a short lived illness. Nyla has a frank and open conversation about getting use to the new normal, things moving on after death and what happens when we die.Thank you for listening - find us on socials @itsadeathsentencepodcast follow and like us for more episodes. Find contact info on our web page www.
