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The Life and Death Podcast

By: Ashgate Hospice
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  • Honest conversations about life, death and so much more. Your host, Stephen Rumford, talks to people who have experiences of death and dying to get a deeper understanding of what life and death means to them. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up with us on our socials. Twitter: @Ashgate_Hospice Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AshgateHospiceInstagram: @ashgate_hospice The Life and Death Podcast is brought to you by Ashgate Hospice and produced by Reform Radio.
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Episodes
  • S5 Ep4: A philosopher’s guide to death with Simon Critchley

    S5 Ep4: A philosopher’s guide to death with Simon Critchley
    Jun 17 2024
    Simon Critchley is a renowned philosopher at the New School for Social Research in New York. Simon teaches the popular course "Critchley on Tragedy," and has been recognised as one of the top 25 most influential philosophers today.
    Simon delves into his fascinating life story, including his early years in Hertfordshire, a life-changing accident, and his journey into philosophy. He shares insights from his book, The Book of Dead Philosophers, which examines how the deaths of 190 philosophers reflect their lives and ideas.
    Join us as Simon recounts some intriguing tales, such as Pythagoras's peculiar death and Jeremy Bentham's posthumous display at University College London. He discusses the therapeutic side of philosophy and how confronting our mortality can lead to greater freedom, compassion, and understanding.
    Tune in for an episode filled with humour, deep reflections on mortality, and the wisdom that philosophy can offer in understanding life and death.
    Find out more about Simon his book here: https://www.simoncritchley.org/
    Follow us on Instagram: @ashgate_hospice
    Support resources: https://ashgatehospice.org.uk/
    This episode of The Life and Death podcast was produced by Olivia Swift and it’s a Reform Radio production.
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    26 mins
  • S5 Ep3: Why it’s normal to be afraid of death with Hospice Nurse Julie

    S5 Ep3: Why it’s normal to be afraid of death with Hospice Nurse Julie
    Jun 3 2024
    Julie McFadden is better known by her online persona Hospice Nurse Julie. With her background as an ICU nurse, Julie developed a passion for educating people about death and dying. For the past eight years, she has been making a significant impact as a hospice nurse, helping others face end of life issues with compassion.
    Julie’s journey into online education began when her young nieces introduced her to TikTok. She started sharing insights about death and dying, and soon her videos went viral, garnering a large following. Her content, ranging from biological processes at the end of life to demystifying deathbed phenomena, helps normalise conversations about death and offers comfort to many. She emphasises that understanding death can reduce fear and enhance our lives.
    Julie’s new book, "Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully," is a valuable guide for anyone seeking peace in the face of mortality. It combines educational insights with personal stories, making it a comforting resource for both patients and caregivers.

    Follow Julie on:
    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@hospicenursejulie
    TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@hospicenursejulie
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hospicenursejulie
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/Hospice-nurse-julie/100077937666311/
    Follow us on Instagram: @ashgate_hospice
    Support resources: https://ashgatehospice.org.uk/
    This episode of The Life and Death podcast was produced by Olivia Swift and it’s a Reform Radio production.
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    33 mins
  • S5 Ep2: Becoming an orphan in your 30s with Rebecca Soffer

    S5 Ep2: Becoming an orphan in your 30s with Rebecca Soffer
    May 20 2024
    Internationally recognised author and speaker, Rebecca Soffer, began her journey into grief unexpectedly in her early 30s after her mother was killed in a car crash and her father died of a heart attack. The weight of this loss at such a young age left Rebecca feeling untethered.

    Rebecca candidly shares her deeply personal story of navigating loss and finding comfort in shared understanding. From forming a monthly dinner party called WWDP (Women With Dead Parents) to co-founding the Modern Loss movement, Rebecca's journey highlights the power of community in the face of grief.

    Rebecca's experiences inspired her to create a platform dedicated to removing the stigma surrounding grief and providing support and resources for those navigating their own journey of loss. Through heartfelt conversations and genuine human connection, Rebecca offers insights into the universal nature of grief and the strength of human connection in times of loss.

    Check out Modern Loss online at www.modernloss.com
    The Modern Loss Handbook: An Interactive Guide to Moving Through Grief and Building Your Resilience" is available on Amazon in the UK.
    Follow us on Instagram: @ashgate_hospice
    Support resources: https://ashgatehospice.org.uk/

    This episode of The Life and Death podcast was produced by Olivia Swift and it’s a Reform Radio production.
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    32 mins
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