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On the Marie Curie Couch

Marie Curie UKwww.mariecurie.org.uk

Listen in as a host of well-known guests open up and share their experiences of grief and death in a therapeutic conversation with Marie Curie bereavement expert, Jason Davidson.


On the Marie Curie Couch is a monthly podcast that aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans.


This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading end of life charity. For more information about the vital work we do, head to mariecurie.org.uk

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Episodes

Episode 38: Clemmie Telford

Author, influencer and blogger Clemmie Telford sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting ...

Oct 26, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Episode 37: Julia Samuel MBE

Psychotherapist and author Julia Samuel MBE sits down with bereavement expert Jason Davidson to talk about national grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying and death,...

Sep 29, 202242 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Episode 36: Gyles Brandreth

Writer, broadcaster and former MP Gyles Brandreth sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesti...

Aug 24, 202234 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Episode 35: Diana Moran

Model and journalist Diana Moran (AKA the Green Goddess) sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more in...

Jul 29, 202237 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Episode 34: Dan Hudson

Radio producer and presenter Dan Hudson sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspec...

Jun 27, 202230 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Episode 33: Linda Robson

Actress and TV presenter Linda Robson sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspecti...

Mar 16, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Episode 32: Tara Fitzgerald

British actress Tara Fitzgerald sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on...

Feb 28, 202240 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Episode 31: Lucy Briers

British actress Lucy Briers sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dyi...

Jan 31, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Episode 30: Larry Lamb

British actor Larry Lamb sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying ...

Dec 17, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Episode 29: Derrick Evans MBE (Mr Motivator)

Health and wellbeing coach Derrick Evans MBE, also known as Mr Motivator, sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their l...

Nov 26, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Episode 28: Andi Oliver

Chef, TV presenter and singer Andi Oliver sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting persp...

Oct 21, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Episode 27: Gaby Roslin

Broadcaster Gaby Roslin sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying a...

Sep 28, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Episode 26: Malin Andersson

Former Love Islander Malin Andersson sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectiv...

Aug 23, 202135 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Episode 25: Mark Foster

British swimmer and pundit Mark Foster sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspect...

Jul 22, 202138 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Episode 24: Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dyin...

Jun 24, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Episode 23: Anneka Rice

Broadcaster Anneka Rice sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying a...

May 27, 202140 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Episode 22: Catherine Mayer

Author, journalist and activist Catherine Mayer sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting...

Apr 28, 202158 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Episode 21: roundup featuring Adam Buxton, Jane Horrocks, Hugh Grant and more

Since November 2019, comedian Adam Buxton , singer Beverley Knight , Oscar-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black , Blue Peter legend Janet Ellis , actress Jane Horrocks , Hollywood actor Hugh Grant , politician David Lammy MP and pottery designer Emma Bridgewater have all sat down 'on the couch' with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson. In this special episode, released to coincide with the National Day of Reflection on 23 March, we revisit those conversations and share moments that ...

Mar 22, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Episode 20: Chris Kamara

Football pundit Chris Kamara sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dy...

Feb 26, 202147 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Episode 19: Jason Isaacs

Actor Jason Isaacs sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying and de...

Jan 29, 202158 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Episode 18: Emma Bridgewater

Pottery designer Emma Bridgewater sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives ...

Dec 15, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Episode 17: Stephanie Hirst

Radio and TV broadcaster Stephanie Hirst sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspe...

Nov 30, 202046 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Episode 16: Gail Porter

TV presenter Gail Porter sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying ...

Oct 31, 202035 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Episode 15: Tim Lovejoy

TV presenter Tim Lovejoy sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying ...

Sep 25, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Episode 14: Paul Chuckle

Entertainer Paul Chuckle sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying ...

Aug 28, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Episode 13: David Lammy

British politician David Lammy sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on ...

Jul 28, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Episode 12: Tom Read Wilson

Actor and wordsmith Tom Read Wilson sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspective...

Jun 26, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Episode 11: Claire Richards

Singer Claire Richards sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end-of-life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying an...

May 29, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Episode 10: Jane Horrocks

In a conversation recorded before the widespread onset of coronavirus in the UK, actress and singer Jane Horrocks sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore her experiences of death and grief. If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode. On the Marie Curie Couch is a podcast that aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end-of-life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leadi...

Apr 14, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 9: Hugh Grant

British acting legend Hugh Grant sits down with Marie Curie bereavement expert Jason Davidson to explore his experiences of death and grief. If you prefer, you can read a full transcript of this episode . On the Marie Curie Couch is a podcast that aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interest...

Mar 11, 202022 minSeason 1Ep. 9
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