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How To Die

Sean O'Connor
Anatomy
Pet Bereavement
South Africa
Grief
Dementia
Death
Death Doula
Family Dynamics
Mental Health
Ethics In Medicine
Retirement
Caregiving
Alzheimer's Disease
Fantasy Coffins
Body Donation
Education
Mortuary Law
Forensic Anthropology
Cultural Aspects Of Death
Health Care

A life-affirming Deathcast from Cape Town.

How To Die is a series of conversations with people who dance on the edges of life, to discover what death can teach us.

Because talking about death won’t kill you… it’s good for life.

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The lights go down, people settle. A violin starts to play. Stage left, an elderly man walks onstage, alone, in a suit and tie, wearing a hat. This is John Cartwright, aged just 87 - The Performer. In this episode, we consider what performance means ... more

Zodwa Mabusela works for Khululeka, the only organisation in South Africa focused on children's grief. In this episode, she explains why it’s often difficult to help children in their grief, and what we can do about it. She shares her experience of w... more

Dion Chang is a well-known trends analyst who has trained as a death doula. He uses his skills and insight both in the world of work and as a companion to those experiencing something called disenfranchised grief, which is often associated with the l... more

Arabella Tresilian is an interpersonal mediator working in the medical care and end-of-life environment. She helps families find acceptance with each other and the challenges they face.

Arabella’s nuanced understanding of how emotions manifest in pe... more

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Recent Guests

Dion Chang
Death doula, trends analyst
Flux Trends
Episode: Episode 38: The Pet Bereavement Doula
Arabella Tresilian
Interpersonal mediator working in the health care and end-of-life environment.
Episode: Episode 37: The Family Mediator
Rhiannon Thomas
A lawyer specializing in integrative law, focused on end-of-life legal issues and compassionate client care.
Episode: Episode 36: The Lawyer
Stephné Le Roux
Forensic anthropologist and warrant officer with the South African Police Services
South African Police Services
Episode: Episode 35: The Forensic Anthropologist
Graham Louw
Emeritus Professor of Human Anatomy with a rich teaching background at the University of Cape Town.
University of Cape Town
Episode: Episode 34: The Anatomist
Eric Adjetey Anang
Grandson of Kane Kwei, the originator of Ghanaian fantasy coffins
Kane Kwei Coffin Shop
Episode: Episode 33: The Ghana Coffin Maker
Kirsty Horne
Breast cancer warrior and advocate
Episode: Episode 32: The Breast Cancer Warrior
Karen Borochowitz
Founder of Dementia SA
Dementia SA
Episode: Episode 31: The Dementia Carer

Host

Sean O'Connor
The host conveys a compassionate and thoughtful approach, facilitating open discussions about the sensitive topics of death and dying.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Reassuring

    We all have a fear of death and dying. This presenter reassures us by removing the secrets around the dying process that we rarely talk about. He obviously has a lot of compassion, a quality that is so necessary in any discussions about death.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bilas Peles
    United States2 years ago
  • Light touch , deep content

    A thoughtful and gentle introduction to essential conversations. Than you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaqueline Dommisse
    South Africa5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and compassionate approach to discussions about death.
The content provides a reassuring perspective, helping people confront their fears surrounding mortality.

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Episode 38: The Pet Bereavement Doula
Q: Do you think COVID changed our relationship with death?
Yes, the overwhelming sadness and tragedy faced by many during COVID forced people to confront their feelings about death.
Episode 38: The Pet Bereavement Doula
Q: What led you towards thinking that being a death doula was a good idea at this point in your life?
It was the ripple effect of the pandemic and lockdown that brought the idea of a death doula into focus for me.
Episode 32: The Breast Cancer Warrior
Q: What kinds of support are valuable and how should people treat you who don't know what to do?
Kirsty emphasized the importance of community support, practical help like meal deliveries, and taking initiative to assist without waiting for the person to ask for help.
Episode 32: The Breast Cancer Warrior
Q: Can you speak a little bit about that?
Kirsty explained that she prefers being called a cancer warrior, as it emphasizes active participation and agency in her battle against cancer, rather than suggesting she is merely a lucky survivor.
Episode 31: The Dementia Carer
Q: How does the understanding of dementia change socially?
Karen points out the need to address stigma and misconceptions around dementia, including negative stereotypes often perpetuated in communities.

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What is How To Die about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content revolves around engaging dialogues that explore death, dying, and the complex emotions intertwined with these universal experiences. Through a series of profound conversations with various experts and advocates, listeners are invited to reflect on topics such as grief, loss, and the cultural significance of death. The discussions uniquely connect death with life lessons, emphasizing the importance of compassion, understanding, and open communication surrounding these often-taboo subjects. Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on a diverse range of perspectives, from pet bereavement and forensic anthropology to health care and legal issues related to end-of-life care, fostering an environment that encourages listeners to confront and... more

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2. Arabella Tresilian
3. Rhiannon Thomas
4. Stephné Le Roux
5. Graham Louw
6. Eric Adjetey Anang
7. Kirsty Horne
8. Karen Borochowitz

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