Part of Life’s Podcast
Part of Life’s first-person podcast is a podcast with a difference. It provides the opportunity to hear stories direct from those who have experienced them. No questions, no formality, just honest tales of the end-of-life. Told by palliative professionals, carers and those living their last days, this honest and positive podcast aims to destigmatise death and dying and enrich the understanding of anyone seeking to learn more about the inevitable.
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Episodes
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
From his vision for end of life care at Somerset ICB, to the impact of his Catholic upbringing on his own preparations for death, Dr Bernie Marden shares his personal and professional views on how death is, and should be accepted as a part of life.
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
In this episode, we hear the deeply personal and emotional story of Jo and Anthony Millard's son Benj who was diagnosed with bowel cancer in August 2018, aged 33. He died less than eight months later. As Benj fought his battle with courage, he found his way into his local hospice, a sanctuary where he was showered with love, kindness, and compassionate care during his final days.
As Jo and Anthony open up about the painful journey they went through, we witness the heartbreaking emotions they felt as they watched their precious son's life slip away. They share with us the memories of Benj, his radiant passion for life, and the impact he had on everyone around him. They also bravely open up about the immense difficulties they faced in dealing with their devastating loss, social impacts and how they turned to the support of their local community and bereavement groups to find some solace.
This emotional and moving conversation is a heartrending tribute to Benj's life and legacy, a loving testimony of the enduring bond between parents and child, and a poignant reminder of the devastating impact that a terminal illness can have on individuals and families. Above all, it serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of talking about death, grief, and loss, and the healing power of sharing our stories with others.
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Maggie Crowe, Director of Patient and Family Services, Dorothy House Hospice shares her professional journey from cancer care to palliative care and describes how it has shaped her outlook on life and death.
From lessons learned from her own parent's end of life choices, to how she plans to live her life until the end, this podcast is well worth a listen.