The Last Breath — A Podcast About Death And Dying

As a society we seldom talk about death but as I have learned, given an opportunity, people have a lot to say on the topic. For Series 2 of The Last Breath, I have asked all sorts of people to share their perspectives on death, dying and grief, assisted dying, faith and the afterlife. Contributing to this episode are guitarist Gary Verberne and Gil Morton, who talks about the deaths of her daughter and husband.

Hospice Waikato, in association with Free FM, presents The Last Breath – A Podcast About Death And Dying.

Louise Williams - Caring for a Child with a Life Limiting Condition.

Hospice Waikato’s Rainbow Place provides free, specialist palliative care to children and young people up to the age of 21 with advanced, incurable, or life-limiting conditions.18 year old Cameron Williams is one of those children. In this insightful interview, Louse Williams talks about her life caring for a child with complex medical needs.

Hospice Waikato, in association with Free FM, presents The Last Breath – A Podcast About Death And Dying.

Josh Bangs - A Sacred Calling
Josh Bangs is a registered nurse and works in the community caring for the dying, a vocation he describes as a sacred privilege. In this wide ranging conversation talks about his vocation, life, death and what it means to be a good person.

Facing a painful death from lung cancer Verna chose assisted dying. In this insightful and penetrating interview, Sophie talks about being witness to her grandmother's death.

Hospice Waikato, in association with Free FM, presents The Last Breath – A Podcast About Death And Dying.

Mel Brooks - Everything Belongs Here
Mel Brooks is 81 and living with advanced prostate cancer. In this gentle, wide-ranging conversation, he reflects on his life and speaks candidly about his impending death.

Hospice Waikato, in association with Free FM, presents The Last Breath – A Podcast About Death And Dying.