Send us a text

In this episode of The Grief Ocean Podcast, we dive into a powerful and often overlooked aspect of grief—the collective kind that lives within communities. I’m joined by Julian Canny, director and creative force behind Euphorium, a vibrant collective dedicated to building big-thinking communities through creativity, play, and co-creation.

Julian works at the intersection of imagination and social change, helping communities unlock their creative potential so they’re better equipped to face challenges, navigate transitions, and imagine new possibilities together. From festivals and trainings to grassroots projects, Euphorium’s work is rooted in one belief: creativity can liberate culture.

Together, we explore how grief emerges not only in our personal lives but also within the changing identities of the places we call home—whether through economic disruption, cultural shifts, or the fading of shared stories and traditions. Julian offers a thoughtful lens on how naming communal grief can help communities honour what’s been lost, create space for renewal, strengthen resilience, and imagine what comes next.

In our conversation, Julian shares a powerful insight he’s learned through his work: "the ability to collectively grieve is a skill we will need for the future" .

To find out more about Julian and his teams amazing work with communities you can visit:

https://www.euphorium.com.au/

Send us a text

In this episode, we exploring a different kind of transition; one that touches the lives of so many women yet is still so often left unspoken.

After Kellie courageously shared her experience of “perimenopause - the unexpected storm of isolation" we’re joined by Julie Marchetti - a passionate advocate, educator, and perimenopause specialist. Julie brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and practical tools to help women navigate this often turbulent stage with greater understanding, self-compassion, and empowerment.

Julie’s passion, insight, and empathy shine through and you’ll find yourself chuckling at different points as she makes this heavy topic feel light, hopeful, and even fun.

To find out more about Julie you can visit

https://www.geraldtonreflexology.com.au/

or follow her on socials https://www.facebook.com/JulieMarchettiNaturalTherapies/about

Julie book recommendations were

- Rushing Women's Syndrome. Dr Libby Waver

- Hormone Repair Manual, Lara Briden

Julie refers to Madi and wonderful work she does as a dietician specialising in women's health. For more information about Madi

visit https://www.instagram.com/reel/DP0ktk9k3Zh/?igsh=MXBuMGZxY24za2ZteA==

Send us a text

In this powerful episode, our very own podcast producer Kellie courageously opens up about her raw and often silent journey through perimenopause — an experience many women endure in isolation.

It was such a special and meaningful experience to have Kellie, who works so closely behind the scenes of this show, step forward to share her personal story with such honesty and grace.

Kellie speaks to the deep grief and sense of loss that accompanied this transition — when your mind and body begin to change and the profound feelings of isolation, loss of identity, energy, and emotional balance. She describes the confusion that at times made her feel like she was “going crazy.”

Through her vulnerability, Kellie shines a light on the unspoken struggles of perimenopause — that unsettling sense of something’s changed in my body, but I don’t know what — and reminds listeners that they’re not alone.

Join us as we explore the intersections of grief, womanhood, and transformation and how, even in the most chaotic transitions, there can be healing, meaning, and connection.