After almost 20 years as a funeral celebrant, I’ve heard it over and over again:
“I wish I’d asked.”

That simple sentence has stayed with me—and it’s exactly why this podcast exists.

I believe everyone has a story worth telling.
Not just the people we love, but the stranger beside us. Even you.

In each episode, I sit down with everyday people to explore the moments, memories, and meaning that shape a life—and the legacy they’ll leave behind.

These conversations are raw, real, and deeply human.
Because when we share our stories, we connect in ways we never imagined.

🗣️ So please—record it, write it down, say it out loud.
Your story matters. Don’t let it be lost.

🎙️ Life’s Rich Tapestry — new episodes coming soon.

#LifesRichTapestry #LegacyStories #ShareYourStory #PodcastAnnouncement #StorytellingMatters #FuneralCelebrant #EveryLifeMatters

Join me on this next episode with my next guest Shruthi Rao, who ran her very first Ultra100 KM Trail Race in October 2022. The race event is called the Ultra Trail Australia (UTA) is the largest race event in the Southern Hemisphere set in the heart of the Blue Mountains region, a listed world heritage with the most unique and diverse landscapes,. The race is designed to accommodate different distances, starting from 11km, 22km, 50km to the ultimate 100km.

Here’s the link for Ultra Trail Australia (UTA) https://uta.utmb.world

For Shruthi’s Blog click on the following link

https://medium.com/@shruthirao/my-first-100k-ultra-run-in-the-heart-of-the-blue-mountains-d007cdd3226d

Here is Shru’s Strava profile: https://www.strava.com/athletes/rao_shruti

You can contact her via: instagram https://www.instagram.com/riturhs

or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrurao2

Listen in on this podcast with Dr Forcina as he shares his personal story growing up in a small village in Italy, moving to Argentina where his family struggled to make ends meet, and how his parents hard work and sacrifice inspired him to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor

Despite facing numerous challenges – including learning a new language and being an immigrant , … Dr Forcina, preserverd and ultimately achieved his goal.

To purchase his book –

https://www.amazon.com.au/American-Doctor-Salvatore-J-Forcina/dp/1592112099

Dr. Salvatore Forcina's book, The American Doctor:
Key Takeaways:

1. Regardless of your origins or initial circumstances, success hinges on both education and resilience

2. Success remains achievable through dedication and strategic planning.

3. Thriving in any competitive arena demands diligence, resolve, and a readiness to adjust to shifting conditions.

Reviews

"The prose is clear and straightforward, and the author painstakingly re-creates everyday events as well as notable moments of sorrow and achievement--the many elements that make up a good life." --Kirkus Reviews.

"A memoir that reinforces the spirit of working toward a better tomorrow and always believing in yourself." --K.C. Finn of Readers Favorite.

"A truly captivating book that includes several intriguing themes - including Italian food, friendship, loss, prejudice, family, cancer, medicine, and jealousy." --Foluso Falaye of Readers Favorite.

"This book felt like I was reliving the author's life. I cannot recommend it enough for those looking for an emotional rollercoaster ride." --Joanne Ang of Readers Favorite.