The Grief Podcast

Through this podcast, we’re creating space for real kōrero about death, grief, and the love that carries on—so young Kiwis don’t have to grieve alone. Join your host Sasha, and guests, as they share and explore their unique experiences with grief to help others. The Grief Podcast is brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust. 

Conor was just five when his little sister Kenzie died. Now 24, he reflects on how his understanding of grief has evolved, the ways Kenzie shaped him, and how he's learned to live with grief, one step at a time.This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Bijoux was 19 when her dad died suddenly. As a musician, she’s found powerful ways to honour his memory and reflect on the love he left behind. In this episode, she shares how grief has shaped her, the role of music in healing, and the unexpected ways love continues.This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Guy was just seven when his mum died, and at 26, his girlfriend Wednesday died in a tragic accident. In this episode, he shares how introspection, therapy, and time in nature have helped him navigate grief.This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Lucy was 11 when her dad died, and for years, certain places and memories felt too painful to face. Now 20, she reflects on how those same memories have become a source of comfort, and how she’s learned to move forward while keeping him close.This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Nina’s mum died suddenly when she was 21. In this episode, she opens up about navigating milestones without her, creating rituals to keep her close, and how gratitude has been a powerful tool in her grief. This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Luka was 12 when her younger brother Kosta died of brain cancer. In this episode, she shares what it was like growing up with grief, how creativity became her outlet, and how she continues to honour Kosta in her everyday life. This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift and funded by SkyCity Auckland Community Trust.

Hugh was just three years old when his dad died from a brain tumour. In this episode, Bijoux sits down with him to explore what Christmas has looked like since — from navigating the holidays while grieving, to growing up without traditional celebrations, to how his relationship with Christmas has changed over time.This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nic, founder of Kenzie’s Gift, joins Bijoux to share the story behind Kenzie’s Gift, the charity and the experiences that shaped it. She reflects on her daughter Kenzie’s illness and death, supporting Kenzie’s brother Connor through saying goodbye, and the lessons that led to helping grieving children across New Zealand. Nic also speaks about living with Parkinson’s and a heart transplant, how grief evolves over time, and finding moments of joy while carrying death. This episode is part of The Grief Podcast, brought to you by Kenzie’s Gift.