Death: A Changing Industry

Death: A Changing Industry

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Episodes 70
Avg. Duration 32m
Activity Highly Active
Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

Welcome to "Death: A Changing Industry," the podcast that explores the evolving landscape of the funeral industry. In each episode, we delve into the various facets of the industry, from the latest viewpoints from various experts to the emotional and psychological aspects of death and bereavement.

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Recent Episodes

The Hidden Cost of Unresolved Grief in Society

May 19, 2026 23m

John Adams sits down with Sumita Paul, Chair of New Zealand’s Grief Centre, to discuss grief, loss, and the work being done to support bereaved people across New Zealand.

One Breathing Exercise Every Child Should Know

May 08, 2026 40m

The conversation focuses on how grief and trauma are held within the body, and how simple practices like conscious breathing can support healing and resilience. Our guests, Helen Spencer and Elle…

“No One Asked If I Was Okay” - A Teen’s Fight for Grief Education

Apr 06, 2026 22m

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, John Adams speaks with Olivia, who lost her mum at just 12 and is now campaigning for bereavement education in schools. She shares her experience of…

We All Need THESE Life Conversations about Loss (With Dr Lauren Breen)

Mar 26, 2026 27m

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, John Adams is joined online by Dr Lauren Breen, a researcher from Australia whose work has helped shape conversations around grief literacy, loss, and…

What 43 Years in Funeral Service Taught Me About Grief

Mar 15, 2026 26m

With 43 years in funeral service and a deep commitment to supporting bereaved families, Don Burstow shares the personal journey that led him into the profession and the philosophy that continues to…

What’s Really Happening Inside Australia’s Funeral Industry?

Mar 15, 2026 16m

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, I sit down with Luke Gregson, funeral director and Junior Vice President of Funerals Australia, at his family funeral home on the Sunshine Coast,…

A Five-Star Approach to Farewell with Asha Dooley

Feb 07, 2026 46m

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, I sit down with Asha Dooley, Funeral Director at Grace Funerals and President of Funerals Australia, at her family funeral home located in Sydney,…

Forget the rules. This is what makes a funeral sacred.

Feb 06, 2026 29m

In this episode, we talk to Chad Rynehart, a former Anglican minister turned funeral director, to explore the changing role of religion, grief, and community. From his personal journey out of…

Inside the Essex Lorry Tragedy

Jan 22, 2026 27m

In 2019, 39 people lost their lives after being found in a lorry in Essex, having travelled illegally from Vietnam to the UK.Funeral director Edward Cutler shares the emotional, ethical, and…

What Really Happens During Cremation?

Dec 01, 2025 40m

This groundbreaking episode of Death: A Changing Industry removes the mystery around cremation in the UK, showing every respectful stage of the process, from the hearse arrival to the final…

Grief Isn’t a Problem to Solve. It’s a Truth to Feel. (Nicola Marshall)

Oct 20, 2025 41m

Grief brings a storm of emotions and that’s normal. In this powerful conversation with Nicola Marshall, we explore what real support looks like after a death: holding space, listening more than we…

What Can a 15-Year-Old Teach Us About Grief? (April Commons)

Oct 08, 2025 15m

April Commons has never met her sister, Lola, who died before birth, but she has always known her.In this powerful conversation, April, just 15 years old, shares what it’s like growing up in a family…

Loving Lola - Parenting After Stillbirth (With Lisa Hague)

Oct 04, 2025 48m

At nine months pregnant, Lisa learned her daughter Lola had no heartbeat.In this deeply human conversation, she shares how that moment shattered everything and quietly set her on a path to becoming a…

Why Talking About Death in Schools Could Save Lives (Kevin Bonavia MP)

Sep 07, 2025 28m

How do we better support children through grief?John and Kevin discuss the landmark moment Parliament debated including death, dying and bereavement in the national curriculum.Kevin reflects on the…

What No One Tells You About Probate, Grief & Raising Bereaved Children (With Laurelo)

Aug 25, 2025 49m

In this episode, we speak with Emma, Matt, and Michael from Laurelo – Path to Probate. Emma and Matt open up about the heart-wrenching loss of their partners and the raw reality of raising bereaved…

The Truth About Life & Death From a Death Doula (Dr Emma Clare)

Aug 10, 2025 49m

In this powerful episode of Death, A Changing Industry, we speak with Dr Emma Clare, CEO of End of Life Doula UK and Chartered Psychologist, about the quiet, peaceful side of dying that rarely makes…

Why Funeral Regulation Is Coming and How to Get Ahead of It (With NAFD's Rachel Bradburne)

Jul 22, 2025 55m

The funeral profession is under immense pressure. In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, we’re joined by Rachel Bradburne of the NAFD, who unpacks the urgent need for regulation, shifting…

What My Children Taught Me About Grieving (With Richard Leith)

Jul 07, 2025 1h 14m

When Richard lost his wife Kerry, his world changed overnight. Left to raise three children alone, he chose a path of openness, connection, and empowerment, inviting his children into the heart of…

I Lead Co-op Funerals and Changes Are Coming (Lee Bevan)

Jun 23, 2025 37m

From losing his father at just eight years old to leading a team of over 1,000 funeral colleagues, Lee shares how grief shaped his purpose and how the funeral sector is evolving.Whether you work in…

They Told Him He’d Never Walk Again — Then He Took on Westminster (Stuart Anderson, MP)

Jun 10, 2025 40m

In this deeply moving episode of Death, a Changing Industry, we sit down with Stuart Anderson, MP for South Shropshire, to explore his extraordinary life journey.From childhood bereavement and…

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Death: A Changing Industry has published 70 episodes since August 2020, covering topics in Business.

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