Episode 180 | Jon Ransom

 
 

This week Cariad talks to writer Jon Ransom about both his mum and his dad. As ever we talk grief, picnics and the power of a coat from a distance

You can follow Jon on Twitter @JonLRansom and Instagram @jonlransom

 

LISTEN NOW

 
I get a surprise sometimes or I’ll be on the bus and someone will have a coat on that my mum had and for a second I literally can’t breathe just for a few seconds. It like literally takes my breath away ‘cause then I remember everything in one go.
— JON RANSOM
 
 

You can follow the Griefcast on Twitter + Instagram @thegriefcast. Griefcast is hosted by Cariad Lloyd, edited by Kate Holland, recorded remotely in Cariad's living room, artwork is by Jayde Perkin, stop motion social media clips by Alice Loveday and the music is provided by The Glue Ensemble. And remember, you are not alone.

Cariad's book, You Are Not Alone, is published in January 2023, by Bloomsbury Tonic and available for pre-order now.

 
Mum, Dad, Season 10Cariad Lloyd