David Bray

The Life and Times of a Cornish Funeral Director

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A look into the life of an undertaker, growing up, living and working in Cornwall, with added interviews from other locals, talking about their memories.

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David Bray

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More from Graham (Albert) Hawke 26.07.2025 29:59

In this week’s episode, Graham recounts his early involvement with music Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Carnival Capers with Graham (Albert) Hawke 19.07.2025 38:46

To coincide with this year’s Wadebridge Carnival, I talk to Graham about his memories when they used to enter every year Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Chatin’ with Graham (Albert) Hawke 12.07.2025 34:41

Part one of my interview with Graham, (also known as Albert). Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

A Boat, a Coracle and More From Sid and Marion Bray 05.07.2025 28:28

A slightly nautical episode this week and more from Nan and Gramp Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Sid and Marion Bray Talkin’ with John and Sheila Trethewey 28.06.2025 45:18

Recorded back in the 1980’s, a lovely little chat, talkin’ about local people and places Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Snakes in the Grass, and more from me meht Allan Roberts 21.06.2025 37:21

The second part of my interview with Al, plus, amount other things, snakes in the churchyard Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Havin’ a yarn with Allan Roberts 14.06.2025 36:42

Part one of my interview with Al, plus, amongst other things, looking into direct cremations. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

All Roads Lead to Wadebridge 07.06.2025 22:23

A busy time in town, with the annual Royal Cornwall Show, plus a look back at last week. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Don’t Look Back 31.05.2025 26:27

Meeting an old school friend brings back Sports Day’s memories, plus other bits and pieces Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Irish Hermits and Olympians 24.05.2025 20:52

This episode includes things such as Crantock and the Cornwall rugby team. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Etape Caledonia 17.05.2025 23:30

A look back over the last week, including our cycle in the Scottish Highlands Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Our Journey with Alzheimer’s 10.05.2025 25:09

As we take part in our latest sponsored event, I look back on how Alzheimer’s Disease affected our lives Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Trevithick Day to May Day 03.05.2025 31:52

Looking back at this year’s Trevithick Day, May Day, plus other bits. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Penhaligon’s Friends 26.04.2025 19:55

Talking about the bereavement charity, and, also, David Penhaligon. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Talkin’ again with Tegwen Owen 19.04.2025 32:13

Part two of my chat with Mrs Owen Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Talkin’ with Tegwen Owen 12.04.2025 29:45

Part one of my interview with Mrs Owen. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Where be that Blackbird to, and Part Two of Frank Gabriel’s Tribute 05.04.2025 30:55

The usual weekly roundup, including going to watch The Wurzels, and Part 2 of Tony Gabriel’s tribute to his father. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

A Tribute to Frank Gabriel 29.03.2025 24:53

Talking with Tony Gabriel about his late father, Frank, and a look back at the Tolpuddle Martyrs. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Bath Half and a New Kitchen 22.03.2025 18:46

Looking back at the Bath Half and the opening of the refurbished kitchen at the John Betjeman Centre Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Round Up of the Week 15.03.2025 26:51

Looking back over the last week Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

Unfinished Business with Phil Tremain 08.03.2025 27:57

Another episode with Phil, talking about St Columb. Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.

A little bit more from Sue Hawke 01.03.2025 33:48

The final part of my interview with Sue Joybringer - played by Federation (1981) Graham Hawke, David Bray, Al Nance, Jon Hooper, Steve Treadwell, Sally Rowe.