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Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change62. From Commons Victory To Lords Gridlock: Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill Update with Nathan Stilwell, Humanists UKIn this short update epsiode, we are pleased to welcome back Nathan Stilwell, Humanists UK's Assisted dying Campaign Coordinator, Campaigns and Communications Manager at My Death My Decision and a member of The Assisted Dying Coalition Secretariat.Nathan explains what has happened since the Assisted Dying Bill passed the House of Commons, why it now risks falling in the House of Lords, and what supporters can do to help ensure it becomes law.This episode follows Nathan’s first appearance on Humanism Now in November 2024 and offers a timely update on one...
2026-01-2717 min
Kevjet - The PodcastThe Compassionate Choice: Navigating Assisted Dying LegislationIn this episode, we welcome Nathan Stilwell, Campaign and Communications Manager for My Death, My Decision, to discuss the sensitive topic of assisted dying. Nathan shares insights into his role within the grassroots organization, advocating for legal changes to offer terminally ill individuals the choice of a dignified death. We delve into the intricacies of the proposed bill, exploring the criteria and processes involved, and address common concerns and misconceptions surrounding assisted dying. Nathan also shares his passionate journey into this advocacy, fueled by a personal belief in the cause. The conversation further touches on the ethical and emotional dimensions of...
2025-05-0942 minKevjet - The PodcastThe Compassionate Choice: Navigating Assisted Dying LegislationIn this episode, we welcome Nathan Stilwell, Campaign and Communications Manager for My Death, My Decision, to discuss the sensitive topic of assisted dying. Nathan shares insights into his role within the grassroots organization, advocating for legal changes to offer terminally ill individuals the choice of a dignified death. We delve into the intricacies of the proposed bill, exploring the criteria and processes involved, and address common concerns and misconceptions surrounding assisted dying. Nathan also shares his passionate journey into this advocacy, fueled by a personal belief in the cause. The conversation further touches on the ethical and emotional dimensions of...
2025-05-0942 min
Death: A Funny BusinessAssisted Dying, A Lot of Anger & "The Curse"This week on the show, Becky and Tasha chatted with Nathan Stilwell, campaign manager for My Death, My Decision about all things assisted dying. Nathan explained the urgent need for assisted dying reform in the UK as well as sharing some heart-warming stories from patients he's met across the world. The girls also discussed "the curse" of being scared to love again after losing someone you're close to.
2025-02-0554 min
Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change26. Nathan Stilwell on the Need for Compassionate Assisted Dying Legislation & End of Life CareWelcome back to Humanism Now for a special episode coinciding with the critical upcoming UK Parliament vote on assisted dying — a pivotal moment we've long campaigned for and debated. In this episode we hear how what the bill entails, why it matters and how safe assisted dying aligns with values of compassion and autonomy.Joining us is Nathan Stilwell, Humanists UK's Assisted Dying Campaign Coordinator, Campaigns and Communications Manager at My Death My Decision and a member of The Assisted Dying Coalition Secretariat. Nathan joins us to discuss the context of th...
2024-11-0331 min
Religion Media Centre PodcastRMC Briefing: The place of religion in the assisted dying debateA bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales will be put before the Commons on 16 October, the first time in nine years that MPs will have had the chance to vote on the issue. The Lords have debated it many times, but in all cases, the measures have been defeated. This time, with a new intake of Labour MPs, and support from the Prime Minister for a free vote, there is hope among supporters that it will progress.But this Religion Media Centre briefing shows there remains entrenched opposition, including from bishops, amid concern that...
2024-10-1057 min
The James Kennedy Podcast#20 - Nathan Stilwell - My Death My Decision - Assisted DyingOn this episode we're discussing the issue of 'assisted dying' with Nathan Stilwell from the campaign group, 'My Death My Decision'. Nathan explains what assisted dying is, argues the case for why it should be legal in the UK & what the obstacles are to that happening. 'My Death My Decision' can be found at : https://www.mydeath-mydecision.org.ukSupport the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyukPlease subscribe to the channel for more awesome guests every week!More about me at : https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyukAnd check out...
2022-07-2755 min
Chinese Revolutions: A History PodcastS0E05 Books Behind the PodcastBooks Behind the Podcast
I'm going to introduce some of the books that gave me the foundational ideas and impressions for this podcast.
Also, in this podcast, the intro and outro music is the anthem "China Heroically Stands in the Universe" because it's the best-sounding of Chinese revolutionary anthems that I could find in the era before the founding of the PRC.
Books on American Connections to China
Stilwell and the American Experience in China, 1911-1945 by Barbara Tuchman
This biography of General Joseph Stilwell and the account of his time in China provides critical...
2022-03-0328 min
Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #495 - Greedo by GaslightSend us a textAfter attempting to get the hot tag from his absent tag team partner, a middle aged man must navigate the murky waters of a film discussion without spoilers. On Episode 495 of Trick or Treat Radio we are joined by a mystery guest- one who is a long time friend of ours and of the show, and has a lot of dirt on all of us! This mystery guest will help us discuss the film The Free Fall from director Adam Stilwell. We take a trip down memory lane and relive some stories from...
2022-01-212h 47Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #495 - Greedo by GaslightSend us a textAfter attempting to get the hot tag from his absent tag team partner, a middle aged man must navigate the murky waters of a film discussion without spoilers. On Episode 495 of Trick or Treat Radio we are joined by a mystery guest- one who is a long time friend of ours and of the show, and has a lot of dirt on all of us! This mystery guest will help us discuss the film The Free Fall from director Adam Stilwell. We take a trip down memory lane and relive some stories from...
2022-01-212h 47