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Family Flowers Only by Grief Ireland

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Grief
Mental Health
Loss
Family Dynamics
Suicide
Cancer
Family
Grief Ireland
Ireland
Christmas
PTSD
Covid-19
Support Systems
Family Relationships
Motherhood
Addiction
Love
Dublin
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Pancreatic Cancer

During the pandemic I created a community on Instagram called Grief Ireland. It was following the death of my sister Elaine and her husband Pa. I found Grief to be still a taboo subject, unspoken, and a topic that not many wanted to discuss. Unless of course those who were in "the club no-one wants to be in". But to find those people was difficult. So I went on a mission to open the conversation, ... more

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Latest Episodes

This week I sit down with Evan Gearns, who shares the heartbreaking story of loosing his brother Andrew to suicide following a struggle with addiction and his mental health.

Evan speaks openly about Andrew’s life, the circumstances surrounding his d... more

This week I sit down with Suzanne Byrne, who shares the story of her husband Jay, and the extraordinary 15-year battle with cancer that they faced together.

Jay was a singer, and over the years the illness took so much from him, including his voice ... more

This week I sit down with Craig Coady, a father who has faced an extraordinary amount of heartbreak and who is now fighting with everything he has for his son.

Craig speaks about his wife Della, who is living with Huntington’s disease and is now in ... more

This week I sit down with Joe Grogan from Tuam, Co. Galway, to talk about his son Shane and a very different kind of grief, living grief.

In 2012, Shane’s life and the lives of his entire family changed in an instant when he was the victim of an unp... more

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Recent Guests

Evan Gearns
Guest, recovering addict and advocate sharing his personal journey
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Evan Gearns
Suzanne Byrne
Guest discussing her experiences with loss, caregiving, and illness
Grief Ireland (implicit through the podcast context)
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Suzanne Byrne
Craig Coady
Guest on the show sharing a deeply personal family story
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Craig Coady
Joe Grogan
Funeral director and father of Shane
Self-employed funeral director in Tune, Ireland
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Joe Grogan
Ciara Keegan
Ciara Keegan, sister of Jessie, family member sharing her story
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Ciara Keegan
Marian Hastings
Conversation guest sharing her life story and experiences with cancer and bereavement
Grief Ireland
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Marian Hastings
Shaunna Briody
Sister of the deceased; shares detailed memories and grief journey.
Castlepollard, Ireland
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Shaunna Briody
Andrew Hart
Guest sharing his personal experience with family loss, addiction, and mental health
Listener and advocate for grief and mental health
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Andrew Hart
Maeve Keegan
Widow of Mark Keegan; psychotherapist
Self-employed / Psychotherapist
Episode: Family Flowers Only with Maeve Keegan

Host

Kathie Stritch
Host of the show, leads the interview

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 490 ratings
  • Des

    So refreshing listening to Des talk so lovingly about his wife. What a lovely last night they spent together, how she had asked him could they watch a show together. She sounds like such a lovely woman and they had such a strong relationship, which is quite rare now. I hope he finds peace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crowe A
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Sequana OBrien

    This podcast is wonderful and helpful to so many. This interview brought both tears and admiration for this amazing young lady!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nursewhocares
    Canada5 months ago
  • Anniversary

    Hi Katie, I wanted to leave a note on TikTok because today is Elaine’s anniversary but I couldn’t find it so thoughts and prayers to you and her two children today, on this site.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Sarah__Daughter_
    Ireland5 months ago
  • Thank you!

    I listen to you from Australia. We’ve lost our beautiful, beloved son, Joshua. Life is unimaginably difficult without him with us here… Your podcast brings comfort to hear of others who sadly walk this same path. One needs some hope to hear that this is somehow survivable when life feels so unbelievably dark. Thank you for all you do for all of us who grieve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leigh de Broize
    Australia8 months ago
  • So many people

    💕 grief is the membership nobody wants. I’m so glad this podcast is here. Thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelly 🇮🇪🇵🇸
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Some listeners note strong community and support signals, though a minority critique pacing or tone in certain episodes.
Listeners find comfort and connection in real, unfiltered grief narratives.
Episodes are described as moving and authentic, with strong impact on listeners navigating loss.
Host empathy and sensitivity shine through even when sharing heavy stories.

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Family Flowers Only with Shaunna Briody
Q: Take me back and tell me when he was born.
Shaunna explains Ryan's birth on February 28, 1997, and how his leap-year-like presence in the family evolved into a deep, shared bond as they grew up.
Family Flowers Only with Ronan Cullen
Q: Tell me then, I suppose, about when you get her home. What was that like? Where did you meet her?
We brought Claire home after the repatriation and prepared for the funeral; it was a long, emotional day with a sense of unreality as we faced the reality of saying goodbye in Dublin and then in River Chapel. Seeing her in person after the accident was heartbreaking, and the process of bringing her home for the wake was overwhelming but necessary to start the grieving process.
Family Flowers Only with Patrick Moloney
Q: What was the key turning point that started the path toward sobriety?
A sequence of truthful self-reflection sparked by moments of crisis—hospitalization, rehab, and finally engaging in therapy and consistent support, which helped him confront his pain and adopt healthier coping strategies.
Family Flowers Only with Hannah Kelly
Q: So would you be able to, I suppose, bring me back to when you were young and growing up, what your mum was like?
She was incredibly hardworking, juggling multiple jobs and still finding time to provide a loving, vibrant presence; she was independent, charismatic, and deeply devoted to family, which shaped my sense of independence as I grew up.
Family Flowers Only with Peter Shelley
Q: What was it like carrying Aodhla up the aisle?
I walked Aodhla up the aisle in a way that no dad should ever have to.

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A compassionate, long-form series centered on grief, loss, caregiving, and resilience, featuring intimate conversations with survivors, family members, and caregivers navigating illness, tragedy, and memorialization. Episodes frequently explore personal journeys through tragedy, the impact on children and communities, and practical coping, fundraising, and advocacy efforts. The show stands out for its empathetic hosting and deeply personal storytelling that blends intimate life memories with broader conversations about healthcare, support networks, and societal responses to grief.

Listeners are likely drawn to authentic, emotionally brave narratives and resources that help normalize grief, foster connection, and inspire practical action fo... more

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2. Suzanne Byrne
3. Craig Coady
4. Joe Grogan
5. Ciara Keegan
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7. Shaunna Briody
8. Andrew Hart

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