Death on the Daily

Jodi Wellman joins me today for a “dead conversation” where we explore the profound relationship between contemplating death and living a meaningful life.  We discuss Jodi’s work of 4,000 Mondays as a way to motivate intentional living, emphasising the urgency of making the most of our limited time. Because the reality is… You Only Die Once.  Our discussion also touches on the transformative momen...

Set yourself up for a restful 2025. My next RESET for REST 6 week journey of online workshops starts 12th February 2025. Head here for all of the details: https://www.greeninthegrey.com/reset In this restful special "betwixtmas" episode of Death on the Daily , join me Tanya Wilkinson, as I unpack the vital importance of rest. Not just sleep, but true restorative practices that are rooted in the 7...

I am so happy to be joined today by fan favourite from The Great British Bake Off. Shining a spotlight on parts of Nelly that fans of the show might not have seen on air, including her work as a palliative care nurse, baby loss, grief, and the importance of showing others kindness.  Nelly shares her personal experiences with loss and how they shaped her career in palliative care. Emphasising the n...

What if nature held the answers to navigating grief? I’m joined today by my coach Maria Deutsch. We explore the profound relationship between nature, grief, and our understanding of death. We discuss how reconnecting with nature can help individuals navigate their grief and embrace the cycles of life and death.  Including nature’s storytelling of the seasons and the transformation from caterpillar...

In this episode of 'Death on the Daily', I share my personal journey through grief during the holiday season, emphasising that it's okay to feel sadness amidst the festive cheer. I discuss the complexities of grief, especially during significant dates, and offer practical tips for coping with loss during this time.  Encouraging you to honour your feelings, set boundaries, and create new traditions...

I am joined today by Lou Nylander, founder of Wildflowers of London. We discuss the complexities of grief, particularly during the festive season. Exploring our personal stories of loss, with Lou having lost both of her parents, and my baby loss 5 months into pregnancy.  We speak to the impact these losses have on us at times like the festive period. Speaking to the power of “ripping the rule book...

Inspired by my recent conversation with comedian Daman Bamrah about our culture’s deathly disconnection. Today, I explore my perspectives on why Western culture has a deep disconnection from death. Plus the profound impact this has on our emotional well-being, grief processes, and societal wisdom.  I share practical tools about how you can reconnect to death. Including starting conversations about...

I am joined today by Sikh-British comedian and writer Daman Bamrah. Two friends chatting about our perspectives on death, we explore the multifaceted nature of death.  Discussing personal experiences with loss, cultural and religious perspectives, and societal attitudes towards mortality.  We delve into how capitalism influences our perception of death and the importance of having open conversatio...

In this solo episode I share what palliative care teaches us about living well—right here, right NOW.  Starting with… what on earth is palliative care and what are common misconceptions of it.  Then unpacking transformational life lessons that palliative care can teach us. Like prioritising what truly matters, embracing community, and having hard conversations.  This episode will inspire you to li...

In today’s episode, I dive into the fascinating world of end of life care and choices with Dan Ariely, renowned Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Economics at Duke University and best selling author of Predictably Irrational . We explore how our most human decisions around dying are shaped by our medical systems and cultural norms that have pushed dying into the shadows. Making our last chapt...

Today we explore the mixed emotions (including sometimes grief) and growth that can accompany major career transitions. Drawing from my own journey with a 14-year corporate career in entertainment to becoming a death doula and coach. Sharing five powerful lessons to help you navigate big career transitions with compassion, purpose, and grace. This episode offers actionable insights for anyone faci...

I am joined by Olympic,  medal winner, Team GB track & field athlete Marilyn Okoro OLY to explore the themes of career transitions, burnout, mental health, and the emotional landscape of retirement from professional athletics.  Marilyn shares her journey from being an Olympic medalist to navigating life beyond sports, emphasising the importance of self-care, rediscovering your identity and the...

Today I reflect on the profound lessons that I learned from accompanying my Grandad through his final year.  I opens my heart to share 7 invaluable lessons that witnessing my Grandad journey taught me about life, love, and the courage it takes to sit with discomfort. I filmed this one day after the 2 year anniversary of my Grandad dying. Recounting my weekly visits to his care home, including mome...

Palliative Care Chaplain and host of Dying To Tell You Podcast, Cody Hufstedler, joins me today as we explore what death and dying can teach us about living well.  Cody shares his journey to becoming a palliative care chaplain, the misconceptions surrounding palliative care and hospice, the emotional challenges faced in hospital settings, and the importance of taking the time you need to make thou...

I am joined today by Wilka Roig, to explore the multifaceted relationship that we humans have with death, grief, and our mortality. We discuss death activism, how we can reconnect to the natural cycles of life and death, where our fear of death comes from, the necessity of community support in navigating grief, and simple practices to connect into death on the daily.  Wilka emphasises the need for...

In this solo episode of Death on the Daily, we look at the cultural traditions surrounding death, focusing on festivals that are being celebrated this week; Halloween, Samhain and Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead).  We look at ways that these celebrations help us connect with our ancestors and embrace the cycle of life and death. What inspiration you can take from them not just now, but throughout...

In today’s solo episode of Death on the Daily , I dive into the topic of mental health. Looking at our societal conditioning that sees vulnerability as a weakness, and how society’s pressures to appear “strong” can prevent us from expressing our true feelings.  With a call to break the silence, she encourages listeners to approach mental health as we do physical health—without judgment or shame. S...

CW: This episode includes discussion and personal shares about death by suicide.  Always remember you are not alone and there are people who you can talk to. If you need someone to talk to, in the UK you can call Samaritans 24/7 on 116 123.  Melissa Maouris joins me today to speak about her personal story and loss of her Stepmother Sue. Speaking to themes that are so often unspoken including grief...

Let’s talk about death and the importance of planning for each of our inevitable endings. In today’s episode of personal anecdotes and reflections, I share the significance of embracing impermanence, the necessity of advanced care planning, and the empowerment that comes from articulating one's wishes for end-of-life care and beyond.  Encouraging you to join me in starting to take steps into this...

In this episode of Death on the Daily, I’m joined by Tripp and Jessica Tillery, co-founders of The Deadbook. We explore how planning and conversations around our wishes for our death and our estates can bring peace, clarity, and a sense of empowerment. Discussing how this truly is one of the greatest gifts we can leave to our loved ones at a time when they need space to grieve. Plus how essential...

In honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week, which is 9-15 October. I share more of my own journey of grief after losing my daughter, Ngākau Raiona. I speak to the importance of integrating joy and love alongside sorrow. Plus the need to break the silence surrounding baby loss, the power of community support, and the significance of allowing space for grief.  I also discuss the healing power of rituals...

In this heartfelt conversation, I speak with Jessica Fein, author of 'Breath Taking: A Memoir of Family, Dreams and Broken Genes.' In a conversation that honours and celebrates her daughter Dalia, who faced a rare degenerative mitochondrial disease that meant she sadly died at the age of 17. Jessica shared so profoundly how she navigated the challenges of raising a child with a life-limiting illne...

In this solo episode of  Death on the Daily , I delve into the concept of "echoes of the past" - those unexpected reverberations of grief from the past that we can feel. Drawing inspiration from my recent conversation with Liv Nunn, founder of  Mums Without Mums , I reflect on my personal journey of loss and how random yet profound these echoes of the past can be. I share how the one-year annivers...

Liv Nunn, founder of Mums Without Mums, joins me to share her experience of navigating motherhood without her own mum. She discusses the importance of acknowledging grief and the impact it has on our lives. Liv reflects on how she suppressed her emotions and numbed herself as she threw herself into work in the fast paced music industry.  We speak to the need to allow ourselves to feel and process...

Today, I look at the intertwined themes of love and grief.  Sharing personal insights about my own experiences with loss, with the grief for losing our daughter 5 months into pregnancy. Emphasising the importance of embracing grief as a beacon of love.  I share how grief can serve as a reminder of the impermanence of life - helping us to make the most of our lives.  Plus bringing gifts of growth t...