With evangelical zeal, I’m happily telling everyone to tune into podcasts

the true and offbeat story of eccentric clockmaker John B McLemore in a small southern American town. One for every woman who has tried online dating. The jaw-dropping true story of a con artist and sociopath who seduced a wealthy businesswoman. With more than 600 episodes, where to begin? Unlike the others, you don’t need to start at the beginning. A recent favourite was the Santa Diaries by David Sedaris, which made me cry with laughter. The world’s most popular podcast. Even my children loved these complex investigations.

Dirty John This American Life Serial Desert Island Discs

From war surgeon David Nott (inspiring) to comedian Lee Mack (hilarious), you can search through thousands. Cariad Lloyd chats to comedians about death. It was Podcast of the Year in 2018, and after losing a few friends recently it has been really helpful.

Grief Cast