Those Left Behind

In this heartfelt episode, Michelle shares the sudden loss of her brother Dan to cancer of an unknown primary, exploring their relationship, the rapid progression of his illness, and the emotional toll on their family during the COVID pandemic. In this heartfelt interview, Michelle shares her profound journey through her brother Dan's illness and passing, highlighting the emotional challenges, support systems, and the enduring bond of sibling love. Her story offers valuable insights for anyone navigating grief and loss.In this heartfelt episode, Michelle shares the sudden loss of her brother Dan to cancer of an unknown primary, exploring their relationship, the rapid progression of his illness, and the emotional toll on their family during the COVID pandemic. In this heartfelt interview, Michelle shares her profound journey through her brother Dan's illness and passing, highlighting the emotional challenges, support systems, and the enduring bond of sibling love. Her story offers valuable insights for anyone navigating grief and loss.

Recorded via Riverside Studios 23 Sept 2026

Special Thanks to Chesney Hawkes for Giving Permission for me to use His Song For my Theme Tune.

"Loud" is available to download on all streaming platforms now.

https://music.apple.com/gb/song/loud/1781106810

Created by 22 Recordings , a branch of

Bipolar Disco Productions.

When a mother’s gut says something is wrong, what happens when the system doesn’t listen? Sabrina shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son Leo at 32 weeks, and the devastating days, questions, and silence that followed.Host James Beckley sits with Sabrina for a raw, compassionate conversation about stillbirth, self-blame, and the different ways parents grieve the same child. Sabrina opens up about the moment she knew Leo wasn’t moving, the shock of being told there was no heartbeat, and the unimaginable reality of going home still carrying her baby before returning to give birth to him days later.You’ll hear how grief touched every part of her life, from shutting down emotionally to trying to stay strong for her two daughters, and why she and her husband Craig coped so differently in the aftermath. Sabrina also shares the memories that matter most: holding Leo, dressing him, taking a photo, and making sure he was surrounded by love in his brief time earthside.We break down the guilt that can haunt bereaved parents for years, the weight of being told you’re “lucky” to have other children, and why phrases like “it wasn’t meant to be” can cut deeper than people realize. Sabrina also reflects on the support that helped her survive, including writing to Leo, and the annual family tradition that keeps his memory alive.This episode contains open discussion of stillbirth and baby loss. It’s essential listening for anyone navigating pregnancy after loss, supporting a grieving parent, or wanting a deeper understanding of what baby loss really looks like inside a family. Leo is remembered here not for how he died, but for how deeply he was loved.

Recorded via Riverside Studios 23 Sept 2026

Special Thanks to Chesney Hawkes for Giving Permission for me to use His Song For my Theme Tune.

"Loud" is available to download on all streaming platforms now.

https://music.apple.com/gb/song/loud/1781106810

Created by 22 Recordings ,

a branch of

Bipolar Disco Productions.

This is an introduction to my new (and first) podcast Those Left Behind.

Those Left Behind is a warm, honest podcast about grief, memory and the people we carry with us after they’re gone. Each episode is a relaxed conversation about who someone lost, what grief was really like, what helped, what didn’t, and the little things that still bring that person back. The tone is emotional but not bleak — reflective, human and full of love, humour and memory.