Good Goodbyes. The funeral facts podcast
Ever wondered about what happens at funerals? Have any questions now that you find you have to arrange one? Ever think you might like to know more if you are arranging your own?
Industry experts Simon Savage an independent funeral director from Devon in the UK and Tina Naldrett an independent Celebrant offer advice and myth busting in this informal chat about all things funeral and celebration of life.
Occasionally we have guest episodes.
Episodes
40 episodes
40. Dealing with multiple loses, a chat with Dionne Smith
Dionne joins the podcast to talk about her experience of multiple loses, her parents, grandmother and Aunt all in a short period of time. Dionne runs her own coaching brand business and shares how it is to try and keep that all goin...
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Episode 40
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31:31
39 What is a Eulogy ?
Tune in to find out about Eulogies, what are they, tips for writing them and how they can be included in the service. Emotional Flag, Baby loss and Children funerals is mentioned.
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Episode 39
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12:20
38. Whats it like to work at a crematorium ? Q and A with the East Devon Team.
Lizzie and Nick join the podcast to talk about their roles within the East Devon Crematoruim. Answering all sorts of questions about how they manage the services and the aftercare for deceased people and their families and friends. Safety at cr...
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Episode 38
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30:46
37 Repatriation, What happens if someone dies abroad
This episode is all about what happens if a UK national dies overseas. Some tips and recommendations are discussed. Resources click for the link
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Episode 37
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11:50
36. Pet loss and Childhood bereavement with Author Lorna Vyse
Its #Nationalpetmonth and a good time to be talking about our pets.Lorna Joins us for this informative and helpful episode all about Pet and Animal loss. we talk about speaking to children about animal loss and other bereavements. <...
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Episode 36
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43:36
35 Working in the Funeral Sector
Sy, talks about the thing which inspired him to work as a Funeral Director, listen in if this is an interest of yours. Find out about Sy's Tattoo and Childhood obsession. We talk about tradition and ceremony and what they mean...
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18:21
34. Booking the date and time of the funeral
Sy and Tina chat about things to know when you are booking the date and time of the funeral. With tips about what to consider and think about and the options you may have.
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12:43
33 Discussing Digital Legacy with the Glam Reaper
Jennifer Muldowney, otherwise know as the Glam Reaper joins us to discuss digital legacy and some of the things for us to think about in relation to our social media accounts, phones and laptops. Jennifer shares some of her wisdom i...
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33:37
32. Social Media and Funerals
On the back of Sys', Tik Tok success with a post about what happens to the coffin when there is a cremation. We offer this insightful episode about the use of social media in relation to funerals. Much loved gets a mention and many ...
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15:41
31. Involving Children and Young People in Funerals with Charles Russell
This Weeks Episode is with Charles Russell an award winning funeral celebrant, who has written a book Bee Happy and shares his thoughts about having children and young people at funerals. We talk about the way children can be involv...
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32:39
30 Visiting and viewing your person in the chapel of rest
Tina and Sy talk about viewing your person in the chapel of rest. Do you have to ? What is Sys advice?How long can you stay, questions like this and others are covered in this episode
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Episode 29
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14:46
29. Planning Ahead of Time a Chat with Dayle
Dayle Adams joins the Podcast Today to talk about planning ahead of time. what she does with clients and how she came to be in this line of work Dayle found grieving overshadowed by administration, lack of paperwork and a need for m...
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Episode 29
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40:40
28 A talk with Sy about the loss of his mum, Chris
Sy, returns from a short absence and talks about his own recent loss of his mum Chris. Sy asks if anyone hads any advice and if you do please do message the show. We always like to hear from you all.
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Episode 28
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14:09
27. Dementia friendly Funerals. A chat with Nancy Whitmarsh
Nancy Whitmarsh joins the Good Goodbyes podcast to talk about how to support people living with Dementia funerals. This conversation explores how to fully include people living with dementia in the planning and attendance of a funeral.N...
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Episode 27
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24:51
26. A chat with Emma Grey about Sadmin and Grief.
Emma Grey joins the podcast, Emma is a grief and life coach, and expert in “Sadmin” , at Rainbow Hunting.She talks about the work she does with her knowledge as a probate and wills lawyer, she speaks of Simon her husband, his death an...
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Episode 26
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33:06
25. A chat about, Death Doula's, Alternative places for ceremonies, and more with Berni Benton
Guest Episode Berni Benton is a guest Independent Celebrant, end of life Doula And Vice president of the Association of Independent Celebrants joins Tina for a chat whilst Sy is away.Berni describes what a doula does, she explains h...
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Episode 25
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40:33
24. Catching up with you all, in this, a new year.
Sy is away at the moment, so Tina has gone Solo to let you know what you can enjoy from our episodes so far. Any suggestions for future conversations. Please do let us know
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Episode 24
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14:25
23. Orders of Service
This Episode is all about Orders of Service Do you need them?What can be in them?Tips and thoughts on this topic from Sy and Tina
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Episode 23
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13:21
22. Pre-planning for your Funeral, is it helpful?
Pre-planning for your funeral is this something you have considered?Sy and Tina discuss this and what you can doAnything from a Shoe box full of ideas, a quick note written down or a full plan.Listen to Tina reference the wr...
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Episode 22
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17:35
21. Happy Christmas and Thank you
Just a brief Happy Christmas and Thank you from us both. See you in the new year, Happiness and Health, love and light for the season and for 2025 Sy and Tina
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Episode 21
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1:24
20. Grief at Christmas and the festive season.
This episode is all about Grief at ChristmasHow to hold and honor spaces for those who are no longer with us and how to look after ourselves We talk about Brussel sprouts, Ornaments, Christmas swims, Cinema visits and more.Recommend...
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Episode 20
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26:17
19. FUNerals and Living Funerals what are they?
FUNerals a celebration of life before you die Example are giving of Kris Hallenga's event and what happened there Monopoly tips are on offer and a good conversation about what these events can include. Resources
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Episode 19
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11:41
18. Swearing at funerals.
This is an explicit episode, with a little bit of swearing in it.So bear that in mind when listening, as Tina dn Sy explore the interesting topic of swearing within funeral ceremonies or services and celebrations of life?is is ok?Wh...
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Episode 18
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11:37
17. The Who's who at funerals. Who are the cast of helpers?
This Bite sized episode is all about the people you might find helping and supporting during, before and after a funeral.Who are the cast and what are the terms you might hear ofFuneral Directors funeral arrangements and Crew or operati...
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Episode 17
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16:05
16.Can dogs and other animals be at funerals?
Can you have dogs and other pets at funerals?Sy and Tina chat through your options in this animal focused episode.The cast of animals includes, Parrots, Llamas, Donkeys, Mice, Cats, Dogs and Deer.Enjoy this informative episode about...
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Episode 16
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12:04