Grief Podcasts to Help You Through Bereavement

Life after loss can feel overwhelming, and finding the right kind of guidance or comfort is different for every person. Today, there are countless grief resources available across books, videos, online communities, and perhaps most accessibly – a podcast.

Hearing others speak openly about their own experiences with bereavement can be incredibly reassuring. Some of these conversations are raw and unfiltered, offering space for emotions we often hide. Others weave in humour or lightness, reminding us that grief is not one‑note and that moments of relief or laughter can also be part of healing. Just as every journey is unique, so too are the voices that may resonate with you.

Below is a collection of thoughtful, varied podcasts that explore grief from different perspectives -personal stories, expert insight, practical guidance, and gentle companionship for even the hardest days.

Griefcast

Griefcast, hosted by comedian and writer Cariad Lloyd, is an award‑winning podcast where guests open up about the loss of loved ones in honest, moving, and often slightly humorous conversations. Blending warmth with vulnerability, the show explores the many shapes grief can take, helping listeners feel less alone in their own experiences.

Grief Encounters

Grief Encounters is a weekly podcast hosted by Venetia Quick and Sasha Hamrogue, created to open up honest conversations about grief and the many ways it shapes our lives. Through personal stories and meaningful dialogue, the podcast aims to break the silence around loss and encourage deeper understanding of how we navigate it.

Grief works

Grief Works, hosted by renowned grief psychotherapist Julia Samuel, shares real-life stories of love, loss, and survival from people who have experienced profound bereavement. Drawing on over twenty‑five years of professional experience, Samuel guides thoughtful, compassionate conversations that help demystify grief and offer listeners comfort and understanding.

On the Marie Curie Couch

On the Marie Curie Couch is a monthly podcast where well‑known guests sit down with bereavement expert Jason Davidson to openly discuss their experiences of grief, death, and end‑of‑life planning. Created by Marie Curie, the UK’s leading end‑of‑life charity, the show breaks taboos and encourages honest, compassionate conversations around topics many find difficult to talk about.

We Need to Talk About Death

We Need to Talk About Death is a BBC Radio 4 podcast hosted by Joan Bakewell, where she and a panel of experts openly explore the practical, emotional, and often avoided questions surrounding death and dying. Each episode tackles topics such as funeral choices, end‑of‑life wishes, and the realities of our final days, offering clear insight into decisions we all eventually face.

Terrible, thanks for asking

Terrible, Thanks for Asking, hosted by author Nora McInerny, is a beautifully honest podcast that invites people to answer the question “How are you?” with the truth, even when that truth is painful, messy, or complicated. Blending humour, heartbreak, and humanity, the show creates space for real stories about loss and hard life experiences, reminding listeners that it’s okay not to be “fine.”

What’s Your Grief

What’s Your Grief, hosted by mental‑health professionals Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams, breaks down the messy, confusing experience of life after loss. Each episode tackles a specific grief-related topic from coping styles to the surprising ways grief affects daily life – making complex ideas accessible and relatable. Their approach is warm, grounded, and informative, offering guidance for both grieving individuals and those supporting them

Grief Kind Podcast from Sue Ryder

Grief Kind, hosted by writer and Sue Ryder ambassador Clover Stroud, is a podcast where people share honest stories of bereavement and the kinds of support that truly make a difference. Created by the UK bereavement charity Sue Ryder, the series aims to help listeners feel more confident supporting someone who is grieving and encourages open, stigma‑free conversations about loss so no one has to go through it alone.

Grief Out Loud

Grief Out Loud, hosted by Jana DeCristofaro and produced by the Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families, opens up the kinds of conversations many people avoid around loss. It blends personal stories, practical guidance, and interviews with bereavement professionals, offering insights for adults, teens, and children alike. With a refreshing, cliché‑free approach, it provides honest, accessible discussions that make grief feel less isolating and more understood

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