Before You Go
Podcast hosted by Matt Brook invites a range of guests to have open and honest conversations about death, grief and the way we remember - topics which are worth talking about before you go.
This podcast has been made by Westerleigh Group, one of the UK's leading providers of cremation and funeral services, produced in collaboration with Empica.
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Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
Before You Go
Latest Episodes
Ginger Golf on turning loss into a world record challenge
Known by many as Ginger Golf, Josh Simpson speaks to Matthew Brook in this episode of the Before You Go podcast about finding purpose in pain and grief after the loss of a loved one.After the death of his mother, and wanting to honour he...
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Episode 9
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24:45
Father Norman on navigating Christmas after loss
Christmas is often seen as a joyful season, but for many, it can bring sadness, memories, and the weight of loss. In this episode, we speak with Father Norman, a retired Anglican priest who has supported countless people through grief.He...
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Episode 8
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21:57
The Glam Reaper: Jennifer Muldowney on funerals in the US
On this episode of Before You Go, Jennifer Muldowney — known to many as The Glam Reaper — shares the personal experiences that led her into the world of bereavement care. From navigating loss to planning beautifully bespoke celebration...
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Episode 7
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25:18
Danny Lesslie on grief, parenting and the healing power of writing
In this episode of Before You Go, host Matthew Brook engages in a heartfelt conversation with Danny Lesslie, a widower and author of the memoir 'Thank You Cancer.' They explore the profound themes of grief, love, and the journey of healing afte...
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Episode 6
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34:12
Ross Hickton on leading SAIF and honouring a 4th-generation legacy
Matt sits down with Ross Hickton, Managing Director, 4th-generation Funeral Director, and National President of SAIF 2025/26.They discuss the evolution of independent funeral care, what it means to lead a family business through generati...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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