Those Left Behind

James Beckley
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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.

Episodes

  1. Oct 26

    'The Most Beautiful Smile' Claire Remembers Natalie

    In this episode of Those Left Behind, James talks to Claire about her daughter, Natalie, whose life was taken suddenly by meningococcal septicaemia in December 2015. Claire talks about how quickly an illness that initially seemed ordinary became something devastating, the questions and guilt that can follow such a sudden loss, and the unbearable reality of trying to understand how life can change in just a few hours. But this is not simply a conversation about how Natalie died. It is about the girl her family describe as happy, funny, kind and full of life — with a “radiant infectious smile”, a huge heart, and a future full of plans. Claire also talks about the messages the family received after Natalie’s death from people whose lives she had touched, and how grief has since become intertwined with a determination to raise awareness of meningococcal disease and help prevent other families experiencing the same devastation. A deeply moving conversation about sudden loss, parenthood, memory, and keeping Natalie’s light shining. If you would like to donate to the 'Remembering Natalie Scott page for Meningitis Research click on this link https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/remember-natalie?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL For more information please visit https://www.meningitis.org/ Recorded via Riverside Studios 6th Oct 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.

  2. Oct 12

    "You and I Are Gonna Live Forever" Michelle Remembers Dan

    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.

  3. Sep 28

    "Always Part Of The Family". Sabrina remembers Leo.

    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.

  4. Sep 21

    Intoduction to Those Left Behind

    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.

  • 4 Episodes

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    James Beckley
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 James Beckley
  • Show Website
    Those Left Behind