Talking Cod: a survivor’s guide to middle age | Gone Too Soon: Dealing with the Sudden Loss of Friends

In our latest episode, we touch on a subject close to the heart – the impact of friends from different chapters of our lives passing away suddenly. Friends are the family we choose, accompanying us through life's journey, but what happens when they leave us without warning?

Phil, Dave, and Andy open up about personal experiences, the feelings that follow, and the importance of remembering the good times that friends leave behind. We also delve into how such losses prompt us to reflect, reassess, and deepen our appreciation for the connections we still hold.

This episode is also a celebration of friendship and the indelible marks it leaves on our lives. It's about the shared laughs, the adventures, and the bonds that continue to shape us.

If this conversation strikes a chord, or you just want to share your journey, our inbox at hello@talkingcod.com is open. And give us a like, share, and follow for more stories and reflections.

Creators & Guests

Host

Andy Hall

Love to ask questions and learning about myself and others every day. Hate labels except; Executive Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Host, Mentor, Husband, Dad, Friend. Mental health ambassador. Triathlete. Make a positive difference every day.

Host

David Eccles

Development Director. Middleman. Trail walking, running, riding, fire lighting, BBQ’r (AKA The Rave)

Host

Phil Birchenall

I’m the founder of Diagonal Thinking, a smart consultancy for people in the creative, media and digital industries.

What is Talking Cod: a survivor’s guide to middle age?

Three northern blokes talk about midlife and growing old disgracefully: the kind of things you want to say, but rarely ever do.

Hosts David Eccles, Phil Birchenall and Andy Hall explore how confronting life head-on - with all the crap it throws your way - makes you stronger, older, bolder and, of course, that little bit wiser.

We’ll share our own experiences and talk to friends about life’s ups and downs, what’s worked, and what definitely didn’t. 

Frank, fearless, funny. Talking Cod.