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Where There's A Will, There's A Wake

Sony Music Entertainment
Death
Kathy Burke
Comedy
Death Planning
Tom Allen
Patrick Marber
Funerals
Jonathan Van Ness
Taco Bell
Mental Health
Feel Good In 15
Family Loss
Anastasia
Queer Eye
Trans Rights
Saltburn
Controversial Art
Hold the Front Page
Irish Wakes
Victorian Mourning Customs

Join Mel Giedroyc every week as she laughs in the face of death with all your favourite funny celebrities. Working on the assumption they’ve popped their clogs, they’ll be telling Mel all about how they’ve died, what they want for their funerals and why she should be unlocking the pearly gates for them. Want the episodes ad free AND extra content from Mel and her guest? 6 Feet Under steps away fro... more

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Latest Episodes

Happy cows, A lemon-y Lou Sanders & Moscow Mules.

HELP!!!!! Last One Laughing's Harriet Kemsley confronts her fears of the great beyond.

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HERE YE, HERE YE!! We've got the Sexted duo to play a game of Dead or Alive with Mel. Play along at home and let us kniow how you got on.

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Eating on the toilet, it's not the Brit Awards and Jordan's finally had enough...

The Help I Sexted My Boss boys have arrived in podcast after life to pontificate about thier perfect endings.

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Recent Guests

Jordan North
Radio presenter, guest on the episode
BBC Radio/Capitol (as context in episode)
Episode: Here Lies Help I Sexted My Boss's Jordan North and William Hanson
William Hanson
Etiquette expert, guest on the episode
Etiquette expert, broadcaster
Episode: Here Lies Help I Sexted My Boss's Jordan North and William Hanson
Mark Kermode
Film critic and guest on the episode
Freelance/Film Journalism
Episode: FREE BONUS EPISODE - Team Jacob or Team Edward? With Mark Kermode
Danny Beard
A drag performer and actor known for his role in Percy Jackson, The Lightning Thief
Episode: Here Lies Danny Beard
Nick Knowles
Television presenter and DIY expert.
Episode: Here Lies Nick Knowles
Josh Groban
Popular musician and singer
None mentioned
Episode: Play along with Josh Groban
Clinton Baptiste
A spiritual messiah and member of the Society of Parapsychological Research
Episode: FREE EPISODE: Goodbye Alex Lowe... HELLO Clinton Baptiste!!
Kyla Cobbler
Celebrity guest engaged in a game about famous personalities and their life dates
Episode: BRAND NEW - Death Dates with Kyla Cobbler
Clare Balding
A well-known broadcaster and author, previously hosting BBC shows and contributing to various publications.
BBC
Episode: Here Lies Clare Balding

Host

Mel Giedroyc
Host of Where There's A Will, There's A Wake; guides conversations and interviews with warmth and humor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Subscription

    I cancelled last year and am still being charged!!! Can’t contact support

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sjm869
    Australia23 days ago
  • Great podcast, ruined by ads

    Much as I love this podcast, and I adore Kathy and Mel in equal measure, the intrusive and relentless ads have made this a chore to listen to. Such a shame.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Definitegazer
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Alex Lowe

    I didn’t think I could love Alex Lowe any more than I already do BUT he has a blanky!!! Oh my my ! The world needs more Alex and more blanky snugglers

    ❤️❤️❤️🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aliveegee
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Too many ads!

    I enjoy listening to Mel, I feel that the podcast is slightly warmer now… however, it feels like there are more ads, more frequently, in this show than any other podcast I listen to and I do find the songs a bit intrusive. Hopefully a bit of constructive criticism!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mt07
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • *gone*

    This used to be my favourite podcast which I would eagerly listen to on release. Unfortunately the spark left with Kathy. The purgatory episodes were a bit ‘meh’ and I looked forward to Mel hosting, as I have enjoyed her presenting on tv shows. Unfortunately this podcast feels unsuited to her presenting style.

    Should have finished on a high with Kathy, leaving the listener wanting more. A shame as I no longer listen

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    D4ren
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Here Lies Mark Kermode
Q: What would your last words be?
In keeping with The Exorcist theme, Mark muses that the last words should be cinematic and memorable, with humorous consideration of famous last lines and a desire for a dramatic, heroic exit.
Here Lies Vittorio Angelone
Q: Are you worried about when you die?
I'm more worried about everybody else.
Here Lies Joel Dommett
Q: What do you want for your funeral?
I want it to be very showbiz with famous people, and the parrot I trained to peck at the jugular will be there as well.
Here Lies Rhys James
Q: Do you feel like you've deserved to go there? Have you done enough good stuff?
Rhys admits to some mischief, mentioning he occasionally cheats at board games, but ultimately reflects on the need for remorse.
Here Lies Rhys James
Q: And how's the book going? Tell me about it.
Rhys shares his thoughts on the reception of his book, expressing a desire for it to be better received by the public, jokingly saying he could use a death to boost sales.

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A humorous British interview show that treats mortality with warmth and wit. Guests from comedy, film, music, and television explore ideal funerals, last meals, and end-of-life wishes, often sharing personal anecdotes, cultural quirks, and tongue-in-cheek hypotheticals. The host keeps the tone light and supportive, blending candid storytelling with pop culture riffs, silly games, and heartfelt moments. Notable strengths include a welcoming host personality, a revolving door of high-profile guests, and a distinctive, life-affirming take on a once-taboo topic. Potential listeners may be drawn to witty banter, engaging guest conversations, and imaginative, human-centered conversations about death and legacy.

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Recent guests on Where There's A Will, There's A Wake include:

1. Jordan North
2. William Hanson
3. Mark Kermode
4. Danny Beard
5. Nick Knowles
6. Josh Groban
7. Clinton Baptiste
8. Kyla Cobbler

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