Episode 2. Dying to Meet You

07/05/20 • 20 min

When Andy Holter sees his first dead body he is riveted. He also knows he’s found his vocation.

He leaves the police and decides to become a funeral director. We discuss working with death, the mourners that get forgotten and why some people are actually quite pleased to see the back of us.

This episode includes references to suicide so listener discretion is advised.

Click here to find out more about Andy and the work of his firm CPJ Field.

For information and advice about natural burial options visit Natural Death Centre.

When Andy Holter sees his first dead body he is riveted. He also knows he’s found his vocation.

He leaves the police and decides to become a funeral director. We discuss working with death, the mourners that get forgotten and why some people are actually quite pleased to see the back of us.

This episode includes references to suicide so listener discretion is advised.

Click here to find out more about Andy and the work of his firm CPJ Field.

For information and advice about natural burial options visit Natural Death Centre.

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Episode 1. Gone Too Soon

Cheryl Johnson has a heartbreaking day job. She photographs babies whose lives are cut short. For the parents she helps, her photographs are more than precious. They are often the only memory they will have of a much-loved child.
You can find out more about Cheryl Johnson and Remember My Baby.
Listener discretion is advised especially if you have been affected by the loss of a baby.

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Episode 3. Investigating Sudden Death

Bob and Karen are Coroners Officers who investigate sudden deaths, from fatal car accidents to deadly cliff falls. We discuss how you prepare families for viewings, the challenge of dealing with suicides, and the cases they will never forget.
This episode includes references to suicide so listener discretion is advised.