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How do you forget your favourite person in the world? Alex remembers everything about the day a speeding police car killed his brother. But his brother, alive? Those memories are lost. And now, 30 years later, Alex wants them back. In this emotional four-part series, Alex unearths his childhood grief — with help from family, friends, and a therapist who witnessed his brother’s death. What happens when trauma and memory collide? Sorry About The Kid is a deeply personal meditation on the losses that define us. Hosted by Alex McKinnon. Produced with Mira Burt-Wintonick (WireTap, Love Me).

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    • Jun 4, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES

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    The Sorry About The Kid podcast is a deeply moving and heartfelt exploration of grief and loss. Through the personal narrative of the host, Alex, who tragically lost his brother Paul in a car accident, this podcast delves into the complexities of dealing with such a devastating loss and the lasting impact it has on individuals and families. The raw emotions and vulnerability displayed throughout the podcast make it a truly cathartic and meaningful listen.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to authentically capture the nuances of grief. It goes beyond just sharing the initial shock and pain of losing someone, but also delves into the long-term effects that grief can have on an individual's memory, relationships, and overall sense of self. The inclusion of recordings from grief counseling sessions adds an extra layer of depth and insight into these experiences. Additionally, the podcast does an exceptional job of exploring the concept of justice within grief, highlighting how loss is often unfair and justice remains elusive.

    While there are no major flaws in this podcast, it can be emotionally intense at times. The deep exploration of grief may be triggering for some listeners who have recently experienced a loss or are currently grappling with their own feelings of grief. However, for those who are open to diving into these difficult emotions, this podcast provides an incredibly honest and relatable perspective on navigating through loss.

    In conclusion, The Sorry About The Kid podcast is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of grief that will resonate with anyone who has experienced loss. It offers a unique perspective on how we learn to live with our losses while reminding us to cherish our memories. Despite its intensity, this podcast offers solace for those going through similar experiences by letting them know they are not alone in their struggles. Overall, it is a beautifully produced series that deserves recognition for its authenticity and emotional impact.



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    Sorry About The Kid Introduces: Come by Chance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 30:07


    If you've ever been to Newfoundland, you know it's a place where fog can envelop you so deeply, you don't know where you're going or where you came from. When two men, born in the same rural Newfoundland hospital on the same day, discover an unbelievable 52-year-old secret, it changes the way they see themselves forever. But this isn't the end of the story. Because it turns out these men are not alone. A series of other close calls and near misses have begun to emerge, and not only at Come by Chance hospital. Come By Chance is a story about what it means to belong in a family — and how a twist of fate can upend the life you thought you knew.More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/qI0-Eg7t

    Sorry About The Kid Introduces: Let's Not Be Kidding with Gavin Crawford

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 36:09


    If laughter really was the best medicine, Gavin Crawford would have cured his mother of Alzheimer's disease. As a son, his mother's dementia has been devastating. As a comedian though…it's been sort of funny. Honestly, how do you respond when your mom confuses you with her teenage crush and wants you to take her to the high-school dance? Well, you laugh. Because it's the only thing you can do. In this seven-part series, Gavin tells the story of losing his mother — his best friend and the inspiration for a lot of his comedy — to a disease that can be as hilarious as it is heartbreaking. He's joined by comedian friends who share their experience caring for family members with dementia. The result is a cross between an improv act and a support group. Part memoir, part stand-up, part meditation on grief and loss, Let's Not Be Kidding is a dose of the very best medicine for anyone dealing with hard times. More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/I9JcVkQC

    Sorry About The Kid Introduces: Run, Hide, Repeat

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 33:38


    Pauline Dakin's childhood was marked by unexplained events, a sense of unseen menace, and secretive moves to new cities with no warning. When Pauline was a young adult, her mother finally told her what they were running from – organized crime, secret police and double lives. It was a story so mind-bending, so disturbing, Pauline's entire world was turned upside down. Run Hide Repeat is the story of Pauline's life on the run, her quest for the truth – and her search for forgiveness. Based on the best-selling 2017 memoir, this powerful 5-part journey spans decades and an entire country — and it will leave listeners questioning what's real and who they can trust. More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/jEaQyWap

    Sorry About The Kid Introduces: Kuper Island

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 32:46


    Kuper Island is an 8-part series that tells the stories of four students: three who survived and one who didn't. They attended one of Canada's most notorious residential schools – where unsolved deaths, abuse, and lies haunt the community and the survivors to this day. Hosted by Duncan McCue. More episodes are available at hyperurl.co/kuperisland

    Sorry About The Kid Introduces: Welcome to Paradise

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 31:01


    Anna Maria Tremonti has been keeping her past a secret for over 40 years. As one of Canada's most respected journalists, she has a reputation for being fearless. She's reported from some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones. But there's one story she's never made public: when she was 23 years old, she married a man who became physically abusive. This is the first time Anna Maria has told anyone—including family or close friends—the details of what she endured. Working with her therapist, she reveals the intimate details of a past she's kept to herself for most of her life. If you or someone you know is affected by intimate partner violence, you can find a list of resources at cbc.ca/WTPresources. More episodes are available at: hyperurl.co/welcometoparadise

    Chapter 4: Macho Man Ninja

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 34:00


    “Isn't this the a-hole who killed Paul McKinnon? Shut up and die!” A distracting obsession. An unexpected letter. And a controversial method of regaining lost memories. Plus, a final message from Paul.

    Chapter 3: Ghost

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 29:39


    “Were you waiting for me to just say goodbye?” Alex and his grief counsellor, Yvonne, dive into one memory of Paul that Alex never forgot and try to trigger others. Plus, Alex's parents discover that some of their own memories are not what they seem.

    Chapter 2: Paulbearers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 34:10


    A funeral. A strange smell. A story that just doesn't add up. In the days after Paul's death, grief consumes Alex's family. His mom is catatonic. His dad is furious. Both are focused on one thing: demanding the police take responsibility for what they've done. Meanwhile, Alex's memories of Paul are already slipping away. Now, he confronts the roots of that memory loss with a grief counselor who has her own connection to Paul — she saw him die.

    Chapter 1: Where's Paul?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 29:27


    Alex worshipped his older brother, Paul. But when Paul was killed by a speeding police car at age 14, Alex almost immediately started to forget him. First his voice. Then his laugh. Then pretty much everything else. But what if those memories could be retrieved? Through a series of intimate conversations with family and friends about Paul's final moments alive, Alex begins to explore why Paul's death has become the only thing he remembers.

    Trailer: Sorry About The Kid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 2:12


    How do you forget your favourite person in the world? Alex remembers everything about the day a speeding police car killed his brother. But his brother, alive? Those memories are lost – and he wants them back. Sorry About the Kid is an emotional, deeply personal meditation on the losses that define us. All four episodes available January 19th. Hosted by Alex McKinnon. Produced with Mira Burt-Wintonick (WireTap, Love Me).

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