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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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S2E2 Training the future of funeral care with Kirsty Simmonds
In this episode of Before You Go, we speak with Kirsty Simmonds, National Sector Lead for Connect2FuneralServices, about the vital role training and apprenticeships play in shaping the future of…
The cost of waiting: Why wills & power of attorney matter with Michelle Seddon
In this episode of Before You Go, we’re joined by Michelle Seddon, a Partner in the Private Capital team at Clarke Willmott, specialising in wills, probate, estate administration and lifetime…
S2E1 Rethinking Death, Dying, and Community Care with Dr Emma Clare
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Dr Emma Clare – Chartered Psychologist, End of Life Doula, and CEO of End of Life Doula UK.Emma shares her unique journey into…
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…
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…
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…
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…
S1E5 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…
S1E4 James Crossland on the role of audio-visual media in funeral services
Matt has a conversation with James Crossland, founder of Obitus to talk about how personalisation and AV are reshaping the way we say goodbye. From the rise of the Super Venue to creating moments…
S1E2 Emma Britton on being a funeral celebrant living with stage 4 'ALK Positive' lung cancer
Matt has a heartfelt conversation with Emma Britton, funeral celebrant based in Bridgwater in Somerset. Emma trained with the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants in 2020 and has been working as a…
S1E1 Dr Bill Webster on grieving - the most difficult and often misunderstood experience of life
In this episode Matt talks to Dr Bill Webster - semi-retired grief counsellor and Executive Director of Centre for the Grief Journey. After losing his wife in 1983 and finding himself struggling with…
S1E3 Duncan Reynolds on the importance of choosing how to memorialise a loved one
Join Matt for his conversation with Duncan Reynolds, Managing Director of Odlings in Hull - a wholesale masonry business set up over 150 years ago.Listen to their conversation about memorial options,…
Duncan Reynolds- Trailer
Join Matt for his conversation with Duncan Reynolds, Managing Director of Odlings in Hull - a wholesale masonry business set up over 150 years ago.Listen to their conversation about memorial options,…
Emma Britton- Trailer
Matt sits down with Emma Britton, better known as Emma the Celebrant. Emma trained with the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants in 2020 and has been working as a celebrant since then supporting…
Dr Bill Webster - Trailer
Matt sits down with Dr. Bill Webster — a grief counsellor who turned personal loss into a lifelong mission to support others. From heartbreak to hope, hear how his journey shaped a model of grief…
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Before You Go has published 15 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Education, Society & Culture.
Before You Go is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 29m.
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