Bye Dad, Hello Chaos.

**Season Finale: *The One Where We Wrap It Up*** After 20 episodes of laughter, chaos, honesty, and more than a few tears—we’ve reached the end of Season 1. In this final episode, we take a look back at what we’ve covered, what we’ve learned, and the moments that meant the most to us. From funeral disasters to ghost stories, from serious chats to the truly unhinged—we’re so proud of the little gri...

Grief isn’t always somber—it can be awkward, absurd, and downright hilarious. In this episode, we delve into the unexpected comedy that arises in the darkest moments. From funerals gone awry to the cringe-worthy things people say when they don’t know how to handle loss, we explore how humour can be a coping mechanism in the face of grief. Join us for a candid discussion filled with laughter, vulne...

This week, we’re joined by Beth’s self-proclaimed “emotional support human” Sam, who opens up about losing her dad to motor neurone disease. From navigating the early days of his diagnosis to juggling life, care, and the emotional weight of it all, Sam shares her story with honesty, warmth, and the kind of humour that gets you through the really tough bits. We talk about trying to keep life feelin...

In this week's episode, we dive deep into the powerful influence of the women (and men) who helped raise us—especially in the absence of our fathers. From the loss of those father figures to the strong, resilient people who stepped in, we reflect on the lessons learned. Whether it’s changing a tyre or just how to girl boss in general, they’ve equipped us with the tools to navigate life with streng...

Do robins, feathers and repeating numbers mean something more… or are we just clinging to anything that feels like a sign? In this episode, we’re diving into the signs we think we’ve had from the other side—those little moments that stop us in our tracks and make us wonder. Whether it’s the same song popping up again, a perfectly timed breeze, or a weird coincidence we just can’t explain, we’re ch...

Therapy—sometimes it’s life-changing, sometimes it’s awkward, and sometimes you get told you don’t need it anymore… because you’re just showing up for fun (Alice, we’re looking at you). This week, we’re talking about our experiences with counselling—how we got there, what we expected, and whether it actually helped. Beth saw a school counsellor, while Alice went privately after realising she neede...

This week, we’re joined by Beth’s lovely boss, Kelly. She lost her dad a little later in life while also being a single mum to two kids—so her experience was *very* different from ours. And, as it turns out, her dad had quite the story himself. He lived three separate lives (yes, really) and was living abroad when he died, meaning Kelly had to navigate grief across borders. From unexpected discove...

A few weeks ago, we sat down with The Mothers of All Chaos —but now it’s time for the dads… or at least, it would be, if we could actually ask them. ( Note the name of the podcast. ) There are so many things we wish we’d asked when we had the chance. Some deep, some lighthearted, and some that are just plain ridiculous—but now, we’re left with the should’ve, would’ve, could’ve of it all. What advi...

Some things are just things. But when they belonged to them ? They become everything. This week, we’re talking about the objects, the memories, and the little things that still connect us to our dads. Beth’s dad left behind a love for technology (and plenty of gadgets), while Alice’s dad was more of a pen and paper kind of guy. Their music tastes still live on in our playlists, and somehow, the mo...

⭐ A bonus episode for a bonus boy. ⭐ This one’s for the horse girlies—and anyone who’s ever had that one pet who was more than just a pet. Beth’s horse, Star, wasn’t just a companion; he was there through the hardest times, offering comfort in a way only animals can. In this bonus episode, we’re dedicating some time to him—his life, his last day, and what it’s been like for Beth since saying goo...

They may be small, fluffy, and sometimes a bit chaotic, but our pets leave the biggest paw prints on our hearts. This week, we’re talking about the unique kind of grief that comes with losing them—the childhood pets who were always by our side, the heartbreak of saying goodbye, and why some people just don’t understand how deep that loss really is. Because for those of us who do? It’s not just a p...

We’ve spent a lot of time talking about our grief—but what about the women who had a front-row seat to it all? This week, we’re introducing you to the Mothers of All Chaos: Alice’s mum, Vicky, and Beth’s mum, Karen. Losing our dads was one thing, but for them? It was watching their daughters go through it—while somehow trying to hold it together themselves. Alice and her siblings were adults when...

Grief changes a lot— including friendships. Some people step up in ways you never expected, while others quietly drift away. And then there are the ones you have to walk away from because, honestly? Life’s too short for unnecessary drama. In this episode, we’re talking about how our friendships have grown, shifted, and, in some cases, ended since losing our dads. But more than anything, this is a...

Bringing up grief in new romantic relationships or at work is never easy. Do you drop it in casually? Wait until it awkwardly comes up? Or, like us, panic and blurt out,"So… my dad’s dead" at the worst possible moment? There’s no guidebook for these conversations, and honestly, we could use one. Instead, we’ve fumbled our way through—accidentally trauma-dumping on colleagues, derailing perfectly n...

Birthdays, weddings, Father’s Day—some milestones just hit different when your dad isn’t there. In this episode, we’re diving into the big (and small) moments that feel a little emptier without him, from not having a dad to walk us down the aisle to figuring out how to handle Father’s Day when the card aisle feels like a personal attack. But it’s not all doom and gloom! We’re talking about the wei...

This one’s our most unhinged yet—seriously, consider this your big flashing Trigger Warning for dark humour! We’ve laughed and laughed while making (and editing) this episode because, let’s face it, sometimes life throws you a comedy routine when you’re least expecting it… like at a funeral. From one of us wanting to perform to the WORST sunburn imaginable, of course things were chaotic. We’re div...

Grief has a way of turning your life upside down, and then just when you think you’re getting a grip, it hands you a “new normal” that no one prepared you for. In this episode, we’re talking about the things people don’t tell you about grief—the insomnia, the random bursts of anxiety, and why a simple phone call can now send us into a full-blown panic. (Seriously, just text us!) We share the quirk...

Grief has a funny way of sneaking up on you when you least expect it—like in the middle of a mundane conversation or during a random tv show scene. In this episode, we’re sharing some of our own funny, touching, and downright bizarre stories of when grief hit us out of nowhere. We’ll also talk about the emotional rollercoaster of losing a parent, why those moments are so unpredictable, and how to...

Why do people get so awkward around grief? In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the bizarre, cringeworthy, and unintentionally hilarious things people say to you when you’re grieving. From the well-meaning-but-off to the outright baffling, we’re sharing our personal experiences and unpacking why talking about loss makes so many people squirm. We’ll also chat about how humour can help break...

Welcome to the very first episode of Bye Dad, Hello Chaos! We’re two millennial daughters navigating life after losing our dads, and we’re here to find the funny, messy, and relatable moments in grief. In this episode, we’re kicking things off by introducing ourselves, sharing our stories, and diving into what inspired this podcast. Why laugh about grief? Why embrace the chaos? We’ll tell you all...

Life can get messy—especially when you’re two millennial girls navigating the world after losing your dads. Welcome to Bye Dad, Hello Chaos podcast where we turn life’s hardest moments into something we can laugh about (mostly). Expect awkward stories, dark humor, and plenty of relatable chaos as we figure out adulting, grief, and everything in between. Hit play and join us for the ride. Welcome t...