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Before You Go

Hosted by Matt Brook invites · education · EN-GB

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About this Podcast:

Podcast hosted by Matt Brook invites a range of guests to have open and honest conversations about death, grief and the way we remember - topics which are worth talking about before you go . This podcast has been made by Westerleigh Group, one of the UK's leading providers of cremation and funeral services, produced in collaboration with Empica. Before You Go Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byg.podcast/ Website: https://www.westerleighgroup.co.uk/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/WesterleighGroup/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westerleigh-group IG: https://www.instagram.com/westerleighgroupuk/

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

28%

Guest openness

Selective

80/100
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What is Before You Go about?

Podcast hosted by Matt Brook invites a range of guests to have open and honest conversations about death, grief and the way we remember - topics which are worth talking about before you go. This podcast has been made by Westerleigh Group, one of the UK's leading providers of cremation and funeral services, produced in collaboration with Empica.

What has Before You Go covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Living well with dementia: A conversation with Lisa Dicker" (3 July 2026, 22 minutes), "Training the future of funeral care with Kirsty Simmonds" (5 June 2026, 32 minutes), and "The cost of waiting: Why wills & power of attorney matter with Michelle Seddon" (22 May 2026, 30 minutes).

How often does Before You Go publish?

Before You Go publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 17 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Before You Go?

Booking probability for Before You Go is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Before You Go requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Before You Go's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Before You Go?

The strongest fits for Before You Go are Funeral Services. Before You Go has an education audience.

About the host

Before You Go is an education podcast with 17 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #4

    Living well with dementia: A conversation with Lisa Dicker

    Jul 3, 202622 minS2

    In this episode, we’re joined by Lisa Dicker, General Manager at Bristol Dementia Action Alliance, for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to live well with dementia. Rather than focusing solely on...

  • Episode #2

    Training the future of funeral care with Kirsty Simmonds

    Jun 5, 202632 minS2

    <p>In this episode of Before You Go, we speak with Kirsty Simmonds, National Sector Lead for Connect2FuneralServices, about the vital role training and apprenticeships play in shaping the future of funeral...

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    The cost of waiting: Why wills & power of attorney matter with Michelle Seddon

    May 22, 202630 minS0

    <p>In this episode of Before You Go, we’re joined by Michelle Seddon, a Partner in the Private Capital team at Clarke Willmott, specialising in wills, probate, estate administration and lifetime planning.</p><p>With...

  • Episode #1

    Rethinking Death, Dying, and Community Care with Dr Emma Clare

    May 8, 202631 minS2

    <p>In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Dr Emma Clare – Chartered Psychologist, End of Life Doula, and CEO of End of Life Doula UK.</p><p>Emma shares her unique journey into end-of-life care...

  • Episode #9

    Ginger Golf on turning loss into a world record challenge

    Dec 26, 202525 minS0

    <p>Known by many as Ginger Golf, Josh Simpson speaks to Matthew Brook in this episode of the Before You Go podcast about finding purpose in pain and grief after the loss of a loved one.</p><p>After the death of his...

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  • Episode #8

    Father Norman on navigating Christmas after loss

    Dec 12, 202522 minS0

    <p>Christmas is often seen as a joyful season, but for many, it can bring sadness, memories, and the weight of loss. In this episode, we speak with Father Norman, a retired Anglican priest who has supported countless...

  • Episode #7

    The Glam Reaper: Jennifer Muldowney on funerals in the US

    Nov 28, 202525 minS0

    <p>On this episode of Before You Go, Jennifer Muldowney — known to many as The Glam Reaper — shares the personal experiences that led her into the world of bereavement care. From navigating loss to planning beautifully...

  • Episode #6

    Danny Lesslie on grief, parenting and the healing power of writing

    Nov 14, 202534 minS0

    <p>In this episode of Before You Go, host Matthew Brook engages in a heartfelt conversation with Danny Lesslie, a widower and author of the memoir 'Thank You Cancer.' They explore the profound themes of grief, love, and...

  • Episode #5

    Ross Hickton on leading SAIF and honouring a 4th-generation legacy

    Oct 31, 202534 minS1

    <p>Matt sits down with Ross Hickton, Managing Director, 4th-generation Funeral Director, and National President of SAIF 2025/26.</p><p>They discuss the evolution of independent funeral care, what it means to lead a...

  • Episode #4

    James Crossland on the role of audio-visual media in funeral services

    Oct 17, 202529 minS1

    <p>Matt has a conversation with James Crossland, founder of Obitus to talk about how personalisation and AV are reshaping the way we say goodbye. <br/><br/>From the rise of the Super Venue to creating moments that truly...

  • Episode #2

    Emma Britton on being a funeral celebrant living with stage 4 'ALK Positive' lung cancer

    Oct 3, 202532 minS1

    <p>Matt has a heartfelt conversation with Emma Britton, funeral celebrant based in Bridgwater in Somerset. Emma trained with the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants in 2020 and has been working as a celebrant since...

  • Before You Go

    Duncan Reynolds- Trailer

    Oct 2, 20251 minS0

    <p><br/></p><p>Join Matt for his conversation with Duncan Reynolds, Managing Director of Odlings in Hull - a wholesale masonry business set up over 150 years ago.</p><p>Listen to their conversation about memorial...

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    Emma Britton- Trailer

    Oct 1, 20250 minS0

    <p>Matt sits down with Emma Britton, better known as Emma the Celebrant. </p><p> Emma trained with the United Kingdom Society of Celebrants in 2020 and has been working as a celebrant since then supporting over 800...

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    Dr Bill Webster - Trailer

    Sep 30, 20251 minS0

    <p>Matt sits down with Dr. Bill Webster — a grief counsellor who turned personal loss into a lifelong mission to support others. From heartbreak to hope, hear how his journey shaped a model of grief support that’s been...

  • Before You Go

    Dr Bill Webster - Trailer

    Sep 30, 20251 minS0

    <p>Matt sits down with Dr. Bill Webster — a grief counsellor who turned personal loss into a lifelong mission to support others. From heartbreak to hope, hear how his journey shaped a model of grief support that’s been...

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