Welcome to a birthday edition episode, as GPT moves through her first lap around the sun without her mum.

Between hoop‑school highs and pomodoro tornadoes, we reflect on ripples such as: the precious bonus months gifted by brain surgery, why a card signed only “Dad” can smack you round the head like a frying pan, the static buzz of that special someone's absence under the skin, jazzy grief toolkits, and how emotions lead our dancing between comedy and tragedy.

This one’s for everyone marking milestones without someone they thought would always be there, for those catching their breath between waves, and for anyone who’s ever laughed with tears still drying on their cheeks. We got you - we feel the feels.

Big love to G's mate Lucy and fam for offering the word “craughter” (crying + laughter). The phrase is a perfect fit for the strange, tender terrain we often find ourselves navigating in grief. Plus, a special mention also goes out to Julie, whose cakes remind us that sweetness and symbolism can co-exist in the most beautiful ways.

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If someone comes to mind, please invite them into this space with us 🕯️

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In our second meeting, Georgia touches on what it was like to prepare and attend her mum's funeral. With honest takes on what her family encountered, she tells us of the stories, mementos and impact that accompanied this big day in their lives.

Our conversation adventures the metaphorically dense peaks, troughs, spectrums and circles of Georgia's new stages of grief. Along the way, you can expect to follow tangents of confusion, community, the comfort zone, cringe and courage (plus many other routes not beginning with the letter C ofc). One of my favourite images of the series comes in around the cringe chat, though! So listen out for that diamond 🌹

As G and I discuss here, relativity is important when striding on through the human experience. We hope this podcast can find those who might need it. If someone in your life came to mind when listening to this, please share an episode with them.

Didn't Buddha say something about candlelight never dimming when shared with others? I like to think that applies here. Let's share the flames. We haven't got this fire in our bellies and warmth in our hearts for nothing!

You can read about G's story and donate to her JustGiving page HERE! To find out what wild and wonderful things she's been up to since recording, we recommend checking out her Instagram too: @georgia_polly_taylor

Also, have a look at our website and give the old socials some love, would ya? 🫶

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In this first episode, our host shares the heart behind Vita & Echo and why these conversations matter. Through personal reflections and candid thoughts on life, death, and the human experience, we begin the journey of exploring what shapes us.

If you’re struggling or know someone who is, you don’t have to go through it alone—support is available. The National Bereavement Alliance has a great Grief Support Guide, with resources and signposts to help you or a loved one navigate grief.

The music is "Whisps of Whorls" by Kevin MacLeod.