
Andrew Denton investigates the stories, moral arguments and individuals woven into discussions about why good people are dying bad deaths in Australia.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 33 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Categories | Health & FitnessNewsMedicine | ||||

Victoria’s Voluntary Assisted Dying law came into effect in June 2019. The first of its kind in Australia and touted as the most conservative in the world, the passing of Victoria’s law was a watershed moment for end-of-life care in this country.
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When Victoria’s VAD law was passed in 2017, it was touted by Premier Daniel Andrews as ‘the most conservative in the world’. This was true. Its 68 safeguards made it a far more daunting law for terminally ill people to access than similar laws in oth... more
Whether it is through the words of the pope, his representatives the bishops and archbishops, or its surrogates in the medical profession, the Catholic Church remains the most determined force against voluntary assisted dying in Australia.
In 2020,... more
The assisted dying debate in Australia has revealed two parallel universes. The conservative Christian universe, which believes our lives belong to God; that whatever happens at the end of life is part of His plan. And the other universe – embracing ... more
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Even though it’s legal already in California, appreciated the depth and care given to this subject. If we are all truly honest, we all would want the compassion illustrated here. Thank you for discussing and advocating for this difficult subject.
This show is worth listening to for anyone is feels strongly about the issue of assisted dying. Denton presents many interesting and compelling stories and arguments in favor of assisted dying. It is important to recognize from the start (as does Denton) that this is a show with an angle. Dentin’s objective is persuade people to support assisted dying legislation. He make a persuasive case, but it is no way insurmountable. I walk away from this podcast still firm in my opposition to assisted dyi... more
I’ve listened to this series through four times and find myself learning new details with each episode. I have particularly been unsettled and hurt by the lies and deceit of the Catholic Church during the legalisation of VAD across Australian state and territory jurisdictions. Andrew and his team have addressed each of the Church’s tactics and clearly explained to every day Australians the beauty of a peaceful dying process for the patient and their family. I have been so inspired by listening t... more
I found this podcast very informative and very well put together I really enjoyed listening and I myself have learnt that assisted dying Isn’t a bad thing and this podcast has also helped many people understand that is not as simple as you would think.
Great job Andrew Denton never stop.
Never give up. Your conviction, presentation, of life and death stories are strong, sad and honest.
We have a long way to go but we are getting “ somewhere” .
In a palliative situation when a patient has had enough that should be respected.
One day……
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