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In this episode, Ashley speaks with Brenda Edwards, who tragically lost her son Jamal Edwards MBE, a music entrepreneur, founder of SBTV, and Ambassador for the Prince's Trust, at the age of 31. Filmed a few weeks before the anniversary of Jamal's passing, Brenda reflects on the legacy her son created and shares how she intends to keep his memory and spirit alive. Join Ashley and Brenda for a touching conversation about loss, love, and the power of legacy. 

In this episode, Ashley talks to Roman Kemp, who lost his best friend and colleague, Joe Lyons, to suicide in 2020. Roman discusses his feelings of grief towards the loss of his friend and how it has impacted him in the years since his death. Roman Kemp continues to be a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention, even producing the documentary 'Our Silent Emergency' in 2021. The film sheds light on the mental health crisis affecting young men and encourages conversations about the importance of seeking help.

In this episode, Ashley talks with Jordan Stephens, a British musician, actor and writer, who lost both of his grans but though he didn't fully realize the extent of his grief at first. He opens about his journey of coming to terms with his loss and the importance of allowing yourself to feel your emotions, including the act of crying. This episode provides a powerful message about the need to embrace our emotions and share our grief with others, rather than suffering alone.