The Grief Ocean
Christie Collard, Grief Counsellor and founder of the Grief Ocean interviews a wide range of guests to delve deep into the diverse landscapes of grief, navigating through the turbulent waters with a varied array of guests sharing their individual narratives.
From exploring men's grief to diving into the realms of drug addiction, this podcast is a powerful journey of shedding light on important and often taboo topics surrounding the universal human experience of loss and mourning.
Episodes
43 episodes
Grief Brought Us Here: When Deep Loss Leads to Unexpected Connection
In our season finale, we’re closing with a conversation that gets right to the heart of what this podcast is all about — the power of connection in grief, and how deeply we need one another when life cracks open.Today, I’m joined by the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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37:03
Imagining Our Way Through Grief
In this episode of The Grief Ocean Podcast, we dive into a powerful and often overlooked aspect of grief—the collective kind that lives within communities. I’m joined by Julian Canny, director and creative force behind Euphorium, a vib...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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42:46
Part Two Perimenopause – The Unexpected Midlife Storm of Isolation
In this episode, we exploring a different kind of transition; one that touches the lives of so many women yet is still so often left unspoken.After Kellie courageously shared her experience of “perimenopause - the unexpected storm of iso...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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54:58
Perimenopause – The Unexpected Midlife Storm of Isolation
In this powerful episode, our very own podcast producer Kellie courageously opens up about her raw and often silent journey through perimenopause — an experience many women endure in isolation.It was such a special and meaningful experie...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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49:35
How the Grief Ocean Found its Tide
In this special episode, Kellie, the producer of The Grief Ocean, steps into the host’s seat and puts Christie in the hot seat for a change. Together, they reflect on how The Grief Ocean came to life - from its first ripple of an idea to the po...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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50:21
Grief Wears Many Faces: Lorraines Breast Cancer 'Adventure' A Story of Finding Hope and Humour
In this inspiring and candid episode of The Grief Ocean Podcast, we explore a form of grief that often goes unspoken — the grief that comes with losing your sense of health, certainty, and control.Christie sits down with Lorrain...
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40:22
Laced Up in Conversation: Mental Health in Sports
This week, I’m joined by two incredible colleagues and friends - Amy from In 3 Minds Psychology Services and Kate from Foster Your Mind. Together, we’ve created Think • Feel • Heal, a community initiative raising awaren...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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27:53
From Silence to Strength: Women, Grief and Reclaiming Power
In this moving episode, I sit down with Michelle, founder of Living with Purpose and Intention, to explore the tender yet powerful ways women can reconnect with themselves after seasons of loss, silence, or self-abandonment.Mich...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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42:16
My Business is Now North - From Mexico's Airport Floor to a Memoir of Love and Grief
In this moving episode, I sit down with Anthony Sobb author of My Business is Now North, to explore love, loss, and the power of resilience. Anthony opens his heart about the final moments he shared with his wife Kim in Mexico, the cho...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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28:32
Lifelines in the Deep: A Conversation on Suicide Prevention
⚠️ Content note: This episode discusses suicide and grief. If anything in this conversation brings up difficult feelings for you, please reach out for support. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.We’re kicking off...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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42:32
Grief, Intuition, Somatic Sorrow and Everything in Between.
Its the Season Finale!!In this rich and deeply moving episode, Christie dives into the deep waters of grief, intuition, and healing with the luminous Jessica Brown Intuitive. Jess brings her full self to the table as she shares how her i...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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46:51
From Home to Unknown – The Hidden Grief of Relocation
In this latest episode of The Grief Ocean Podcast, Christie sits down with Charisse to explore the often overlooked grief that comes with relocating. Charisse shares her deeply personal story of moving from South Africa with her family...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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36:04
From Loss to Liberation – Nola’s Voice on Aboriginal Grief, Loss & Trauma
This week on The Grief Ocean podcast Christie sits down with the incredible Nola Gregory - a proud Aboriginal woman, gifted poet, and passionate advocate for truth-telling and healing.In this heartfelt and deeply moving conversa...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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30:31
Charlie's Angels: From Infant Loss to Giving, a Mother's Legacy.
In this deeply moving podcast, Kelly shares her story of profound heartbreak and unyielding hope. After the tragic loss of her son, Charlie, at just four months old, Kelly was thrust into unimaginable pain. Kellys shares her grief journey and h...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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31:33
Broken Currents: Grieving a Father's Shadow
In this episode Christie connects with Bec to explore a deeply complex and often overlooked form of grief. We know that grief arises when a connection is lost, but what happens when that connection was already fragile, broken, or even unhealth...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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33:52
Healing through Connection: Tegan’s Journey of Spirit and Strength
In this heartfelt episode Tegan returns for an honest and deeply moving conversation about the power of connection, spirituality, and how these elements have helped her, and her family navigate their grief after losing her brother.Join u...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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33:17
Brotherly Love
In this powerful and emotional episode, Tegan opens up about the sudden, tragic loss of her brother in a car accident. Tegan reflects on how life can change in an instant, leaving those left behind to grapple with overwhelming grief and heartbr...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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31:26
Carried by the Tide: A Sister's Love in the Wake of Suicide
In this deeply moving episode, Mia opens up about the love she has for her brother and the profound impact of his loss.Mia courageously shares not only her personal journey through grief but also offers powerful insights and important me...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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33:58
From Combat to Comfort: Grief in the Frontline
In this powerful episode, Christie sits down with Clinical Psychologist Charisse Van Jaarsveld, who has worked extensively with Armed Forces in South Africa, providing support for those navigating the complex emotions tied to grief, trauma, and...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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31:17
Tides of Grief: Looking Back with the Producer
In this special episode of The Grief Ocean Podcast, host Christie sits down with podcast producer Kellie to reflect on the powerful stories and moments from the previous seasons. Kellie shares her unique insights from behind t...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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48:35
Blooming Memories: Continuing Connections with Flowers
It’s the season finale!! As we close the chapter on season two it is an honor to bring you a truly special and moving finale. Don’t miss this touching episode where Christie chats with remarkable florist Claudia Scarp...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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34:05
Breaking the Silence: A Mothers Journey
In this episode Christie sits down with a courageous bereaved mother who opens up about the taboo surrounding death, especially in cases of overdose, suicide, and other stigmatised losses. Together, they unravel the complexities of grief in the...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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25:28
Echoes of Farewell: Conversations with a Funeral Director
In this episode Christie sits down with compassionate Funeral Director Paige Guille-Harvey to explore unique insights and experiences of a Funeral Director. Paige shares her passion for the important role she plays supporting and c...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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33:11
Healing Together: Navigating the Ripples of Grief After Tragic Events
In this week’s episode Christie is joined by widely respected Senior Psychologist Amy Seear. This is a powerful and insightful episode that explores the aftermath of tragic events and its impact on our children, communities and the collective g...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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36:05
Journey Through the Shadows: A Story of Loss, Resilience and Recovery
Thiis weeks episode is a powerful story of loss, grief, and recovery. Join Christie as she talks with her sister Canice who bravely shares her experience; shedding light on the complexities of drug addiction and how it’s treacherous path can ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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37:28