Remembering Them Podcast

Mike's Mom Catherine was diagnosed with brain cancer around 1995 and passed away in 2006. She was approximately aged 54. Even though she lived 11 years, her condition deteriorated over the years and was an invalid for much of that time. Mike shares stories and memories of Catherina and his learnings from the way he dealt with the grief immediately after. Whilst Brittany never had the opportun...

Quinn's Dad passed in 2014 due to heart failure. He was 74. He was a smoker and not in the best overall health, but was on the mend. He'd been sober from alcohol for almost Quinn's entire life, overcoming years of binge drinking and mood swings. Quinn's Dad was also, unfortunately, homeless and living in his car at the time he died. Quinn talks about coming to terms with the fa...

Triple threat Ben Gibson joins us to discuss the important work he does in the community. Not only is he a Celebrant, he is also a End-of-Life Doula and Funeral Director. Ben is often invited into a family space at one of their most vulnerable times, and it's often a space which is unfamiliar for them and something they haven't had to be involved in before. Ben discusses how he assists n...

We respectfully remember our good friend Jorgie Skeen and thank his wonderful wife Shaneen for allowing us to continue to use his Acknowledgement to Country in the podcast. Rest in Peace our dear friend. We will be on break for a few weeks while Mark is in Nottingham, England representing Australia at the Touch Football World Cup!  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPod...

Heather's Mother died of a bleeding heart, literally. Heather describes her Mom as the most kind, giving, self sacrificing person she has EVER met. She was 52 years old when she passed. She had severe diabetes and multiple conditions associated. Heather discusses how the feeling is so surreal because she is currently 50 and life feels like it's just moving into a really good chapter. The...

Dalene's Father passed first very quickly after a fall that then revealed heart failure and possible bladder cancer at the age of 89. He was the caretaker at the time for her Mother who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. As a family, they took over that caretaker role for 14 months until she passed at the age of 88. After Dalene's Mother passed, she hit a real deep depression and...

Natalie's Mom died of a sudden heart attack at age 54. Natalie joins us to discuss the profound impact her Mother had on not just her life but her family as a whole. Natalie discusses how her experiences with loss have helped her in her line of work and how she has used it to strengthen the bond in her family.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=...

Friend of the Podcast Tamara Fox comes back for a 3rd time. But this time sharing her learning as a professional working in the grief space. Specifically the work she does with Workplaces and how she works with businesses in how to support employees dealing with grief.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campai...

Mercedes' Grandfather made it to 90 with every common health disease you can think of. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, blindness, heart failure, etc. On paper, it is detrimental; in reality, he was strong. After 7 years of his passing, the emotional charge has lessened for Mercedes and she admits she can logically understand how his ending was anticipated. Yet as many may kno...

Tywanah's Mother Lorraine passed from renal failure just shy of her 59th birthday. Tywanah joins the podcast to discuss their close relationship and how she has managed to stay close post her Mum passing away and the recent news that has changed her feelings toward the anniversary date of her passing. Tywanah's website: www.blackbutterflygoddess.com  Support us through Patreon: https://p...

Heather's Dad died suddenly, sort of, at the age of 57. Shortly after she moved across the country, he develop severe pain in his back and legs. It progressively got worst until he was bedridden. Heather's Dad had a sudden decline in health when she returned home to visit and when admitted to hospital had a massive stroke. He was admitted into a long term care facility where he declined...

Friend of the podcast from last year, Cheryl Parker, rejoins the podcast to discuss her advocacy work inspired by the loss of her daughter Rachel verbalizing her willingness to donate her organs. After Rachel passed, Cheryl was given an opportunities to talk about her experience publicly and inspire those to work through their grief and being open to give to others after they pass. Documentary on...

Suzy's Son died when he was 5 years old. He had a Mitochondrial disease and ultimately succumbed to Pneumonia. In 2020, Suzy's eldest Daughter Cameron’s body was found in a hotel in Portland, Oregon under very suspicious circumstances. Suzy joins us to share both heartbreaking stories and how she managed and is still working her way through the grief alongside her other daughter.  Suzy&a...

Kadin is an autistic college student, writer, and activist who is on a mission to spread awareness about autism throughout various platforms. He joins us to talk about a tennis great and person he considers a good friend although they never met in person, Lenny Simpson. Kadin was preparing to interview the tennis great but unfortunately passed away with natural causes before he got the opportunity...

Lisa's Dad Bob passed peacefully away late last year and she is on a mission to spread some hope and positivity about dementia.  Lisa published a book in September 2023 about their family's journey with his dementia and some of the lessons they have learnt about life as we have gone through it together as a family.  Lisa's FB page: https://www.facebook.com/EightyYearsWithoutDementia...

Our first Chat To A Professional episode for the year talking to the enigmatic Robina Courtin originally from Melbourne but has travelled all over the world and currently in New York City. Her life experience and decades of Buddhist learning makes for such an amazing chat.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_ca...

We're back for 2024 after a long break. Mark and Ryan are really looking forward to talking to some wonderful guests and listening to their stories and memories of their loved ones and share how they've navigated through grief.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_...

Thank you everyone for your support and for listening to our first ever season of the podcast. Thank you to all our wonderful guests, we've loved hearing all the stories and memories of your loved ones. May they rest in peace and may we remember them fondly during this holiday period. Safe and happy holidays to all of new friends from around the world - speak to you in 2024. Love, Mark and Ry...

Lauren's Mum passed away in 2019 after a long journey with severe Multiple Sclerosis. About 9 months after she lost her Mum, Lauren's Dad Steve was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer. Lauren cared for him for two years and he passed away in June last year. Lauren joins us from our home City of Brisbane to remember the special people her Mum and Dad were and share stories and memories...

Alexa joins us to remember her Dad Daryl. He went skiing on May 3rd and was all alone. The family don't know exactly what happened but he broke his neck and died instantly. Alexa discusses the shock of the event, how she dealt with grief at young age, and how the family remembers and honours her Dad today.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=unkn...

Jorge's father passed away at the age of 53 years old from alcoholism. His name is Luis G. Gonzalez and he is now part of the foundation that Jorge is now building his legacy on.  Jorge discusses the affects of alcoholism on the family and how he has dealt with it after his Dad's passing.  Jorge's book - Answer the Call  https://answerthecall.jorgevgonzalez.com/  Support us through...

Elizabeth's Dad passed away in 2010 from what was thought to be a heart issue but unconfirmed. She joins us to remember the loving Father he was. And how his lessons helped her through the grieving process.  Support us through Patreon: https://patreon.com/RememberingThemPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Instagram...

Clarissa believes her Mom Leto lived a tormented existence as a result of experiences she had as a child. Clarissa discusses how she navigated undiagnosed mental illness, and that directly impacted her experience as her daughter. Clarissa remembers how she sought solace in her music and in food. She ultimately passed from the complications that come from morbid obesity. Clarissa's work - http...

Suzanne's son Ben died of depression and anxiety. Suzanne remembers the phone call she received whilst on a short trip away with her daughter. She shares stories of the intelligent person Ben was and discusses how the family honour him today. Suzanne also shares some fantastic reflections on grief and being comfortable with moments of grief outpouring.  Support us through Patreon: https://pat...

Cheryl's 8 year old daughter Rachel died from complications from a flu virus in Dec 1998. Rachel's platelets plummeted to a dangerous level, and the Doctors performed brain surgery on her, but after hours of surgery they said her brain was too swollen and she was pronounced brain dead.  My Good Grief by Cheryl Parker, link to purchase on Amazon- https://amzn.asia/d/7dnAQKv  My Good Grief...