Grief is my New Hobby
This is the grief podcast that refuses to follow the rules. It's a not self-help podcast, it's self-honesty.
Losing both of my parents before I turned 30 has been one of the shi*test experiences and navigating a lot of big emotions has been a challenge. From laughing awkwardly whilst waiting for coroners to trying to understand probate jargon.
This podcast is here to f*ck off the stigma around grief and remind you that you don't have to do this alone.
Episodes
25 episodes
S2E10: Festive Grief
In the final episode of season 2, I reflect on the complexities of experiencing grief during the festive season, particularly around Christmas. I'll share personal anecdotes about my own experiences with loss, especially the absence ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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18:42
S2E9: Grieving 20years Later
In this heartfelt conversation, Kate shares her personal journey with grief, discussing the profound impact of losing her mother at a young age and later her grandmother. The discussion delves into the complexities of grief, includin...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:02:12
S2E8: For Scarlett- Mothering through Infant Loss
In this deeply heartfelt episode of Grief Is My New Hobby, Jen opens up about the unimaginable pain of losing her baby girl, Scarlett, at just three months old, right before Christmas. While grieving the loss of her daughter...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:29:54
S2E7: Why am I struggling to talk?
In this weeks episode, I give a little update of how I am struggling at the moment. Despite advocating for open discussions about grief, I am experiencing imposter syndrome, feeling unable to share my own feelings. The dialogu...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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12:45
S2E6: Honouring Alex- A Journey of Strength and Love
In this week's episode, Megan shares her journey of grief after losing her husband, Alex, just 11 months ago. She discusses the challenges of navigating life as a young widow and a mother to their son, Oscar. The conversation explores the compl...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:22:59
S2E5: Moving Forward not Moving On
In this episode, I reflects on my experiences of grief in the second year following my Mum's passing. I discuss the challenges and unexpected feelings that arise as life returns to normal for others while I continue to navigate my loss.&...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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13:17
S2E4: There is no 'at least' in grief
In today's episode of Grief Is My New Hobby, my wonderful guest Hannah and I explore the complexities of grief, sharing personal stories of loss and the emotional and physical toll it takes. We discuss the importance of keeping memo...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:11:26
S2E3: A busy brain and chatting rubbish
This conversation is a lot of me giving my brain some space and delves into the complexities of grief, emphasising the importance of community support, honesty, and shared experiences in the healing process. It explores how collective wisdom ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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13:46
S2E2: It just gets different
In this heartfelt conversation, Rhyannon shares her journey of grief after losing her father at a young age. She discusses the impact of social media in connecting with others who have experienced similar losses, the suddenness of h...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:11:05
S2E1: Weddings and Grief
Welcome back to Season 2 of Grief is my New Hobby!! In this week's solo episode, I catch you up on my recent break and wedding. I discuss the emotions around not having my parents at my big day but why it made me feel guilty being s...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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13:09
Ep 14: Supporting a Partner through Grief
In this week's episode of Grief is My New Hobby (and the final episode of season one), I sit down with my wife-to-be Han. Han shares with us some of her tips for supporting a partner through grief and why listening and validation ar...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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33:10
Ep 13: World Suicide Prevention Day
Grief is My New Hobby comes with a trigger warning around suicidal thoughts, if you are currently struggling and don't think you can listen this week, take care of yourself and come back when you're ready. In this week's episode for...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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16:46
Ep 12: Grief hits different the second time
This week on Grief is My New Hobby, my brother Gary is back with me. We get into how grief has hit us differently the second time around, and what that’s looked like for both of us.We open up about sleep struggles, health anxiet...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:12:49
Ep 11: Grief & Identity Loss
In this week’s episode of Grief is My New Hobby, I surprise myself by getting very emotional as I open up about the ways grief reshapes our identity.I explore the deep, often unspoken loss of identity that comes with losing some...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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11:04
Ep 10: Em- How the loss of her Mum inspired a career change
In this week’s episode, I sit down with the wonderful Emily (@theleopardprintcelebrant).At just 29, Emily faced one of life’s most difficult challenges and her biggest anxiety—the loss of her mum, Mandy—while caring for her six-month-old...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:08:28
Ep 9: Goodbye to Casa Mazo
In this week’s short but personal episode, I take you on a nostalgic trip back to my childhood home, sharing some of my most treasured memories from growing up there. I reached out to family and friends, and asked them to share their funniest s...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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16:29
Ep 8: Tommy's World
This week on Grief is My New Hobby, I’m joined by the incredible Toni, who opens up about the devastating loss of her younger brother to suicide. In a deeply moving conversation, Toni speaks with honesty and vulnerability about the wei...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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49:03
Ep 7: A Short Update
This week on Grief is My New Hobby A shorter episode than usual—I've been under the weather (and let’s be honest, no one wants to hear a congested, snotty host!).This week has been heavy with emotion, farewells...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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13:26
Ep 6: Sibling Loss & Searching for Myself
This week on Grief Is My New Hobby, I sit down with the incredible Josephine.Josie lost her older sister at just 14 years old. A decade later—just as she was beginning to feel grounded, confident, and excite...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:23:07
Ep 5: The Highs and Lows of Grief
TW: In this episode I talk about mental health issues including depression & anxiety. In this episode of Grief is my New Hobby, I dive into the unpredictable waves of grief. The highs that catch us off guard, the lows that...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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16:55
Ep 4: This one's for you Ang
This week, I'm joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends, Laura. Together, we talk about the heartbreaking loss of her mum — who truly was a legend — and the complex ways Laura has navigated anticipatory grief throughout her life....
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:11:01
Ep 3: Healing my Inner Child
In this personal episode, I open up about my journey of healing after the profound losses of both my parents — losing my dad at just 15 and my mum at 29. I talk about what it means to reconnect with my inner child, the emotional aftermath of ea...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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13:58
EP2: Grieving Together- Chats with my Brother
In this special episode of Grief is my New Hobby, I sit down with my first guest—my big brother Gary. Together, we open up about the shared experience of losing both of our parents at a young age. This conversation is raw, honest, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:00:15
Why I started Grief is My New Hobby
This first episode welcomes to you to Grief is My New Hobby. The a podcast that does not follow the rules around grief, it refuses to conform to the way society expects us to act. This podcast comes with a trigger warning of swearing, discussio...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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19:03
Grief is my New Hobby Teaser Episode
In this short teaser episode, find out why Grief is my New Hobby was started and why I hate the fact we don't talk about grief. You'll find out a little bit about my story before the podcast launch on 17th June 2025. TW: Grief (obvs...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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4:31