23 episodes
Death With Dignity Podcast Andrew Flack
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5.0 • 35 Ratings
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The Death With Dignity Podcast is the story of a 33 year old male with terminal cancer. Join us as we navigate and explore the End of Life Option Act, signed into California law on June 9th, 2016. We will examine the physical, social-emotional, and spiritual elements correlated to the Death With Dignity process; including guests of various backgrounds from the medical, theological, and political realms. Learn more about the podcast & follow our story - www.deathwithdignitypodcast.com https://twitter.com/DWDPodcast2021
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Episode 23 with Serene Meshel-Dillman
We are back with an unreleased gem from the podcast archives. Join us as Serene Meshel-Dillman, director of the upcoming docu-series "Take Me Out Feet First" about Medical Aid in Dying, discusses the project. Andrew is featured in one of the episodes in the docu-series!
"Take Me Out Feet First" will soon be available on Amazon SVOD.
This episode is enriched with Andrew’s unique insights. Enjoy a lively conversation between Serene and Andrew as they discuss the inspirations behind the documentary, the process of securing the rights to the song “Blackbird” from Paul McCartney, the impact of social media on people with cancer, the podcast’s theme music, and much more.
The episode concludes with a beautiful rendition of the Beatles' "Blackbird" performed by Sam Wood.
Recording Date: May 6, 2022
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Episode 22 with Suzy and Steve Flack
Andrew's parents join the Death with Dignity Podcast. Steve and Suzy Flack open a window into what it was like the day Andrew ingested the medical aid in dying medication, what the last 8 months have been like, the California/Chicago memorials, and speak openly and honestly about what it is like to be in their position today.
Recorded on July 16, 2023
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Episode 21 - The Final Transmission
Andrew’s final transmission. It consists of three separate recordings he recorded on three different days.
Andrew is joined by Suzy and Hasban to talk about his condition, how he's thinking about end-of-life options, psychedelics, life lessons, and friends/family. He also answers some questions from the listeners.
The outro (the Desiderata) was recorded around 20 minutes before he ingested the medicine. If you want a copy of the outro only, please contact us through the website.
The thumbnail for this image was taken around the time Andrew passed. This was Andrew's final view of the world out of his bedroom window. He was surrounded by family and friends that loved him dearly.
Order of recordings:
October 6th - The EpisodeNovember 14th - Intro to the episodeNovember 16th - DesiderataLearn more about the podcast & follow our story - deathwithdignitypodcast.com // @DWDPodcast2021 (Twitter)
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Episode 20 with Ginger Fairchild
Show notes:
Recorded on Aug, 17 2022.
This is one of the two episodes that were released after Andrew’s passing.
We originally planned on releasing this episode before his passing and the final transmission (episode 21) after his passing. But, things didn’t work out that way.
It didn’t feel right to release them one by one so we decided to release them simultaneously.
About the guest:
Ginger Fairchild is a registered veterinary nurse and has a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She is the widow of Sargeant Matt Fairchild who chose MAID after enduring nearly a decade of chemotherapy, radiation, hospitalizations, and surgeries in connection to his skin cancer diagnosis, which subsequently spread to his brain, bones, and lymph nodes.
Andrew and Ginger have a really insightful conversation about her and Matt’s journey, MAID, how to talk to people who are sick, and much more.
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Episode 19 with Joanne Tubbs Kelly
Author Joanne Tubbs Kelly joins us to discuss her book titled, “Walking Him Home: Helping My Husband Die with Dignity” (Amazon Link).
Joanne sits down with us to discuss her book and shares her experiences supporting her late husband as they navigate life with a terminal illness.
She discusses the writing and publishing process, the ups and downs involved with being a caregiver, and the idea that we all have the ability to experience a dignified death.
Joanne’s writing is truthful, funny, vulnerable, empowering, and emotional — but most of all- filled with kindness, compassion, and love. Thank you Joanne, for sharing your and Alan’s experiences with us.
We encourage our listeners to grab a copy of her touching book!
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Episode 18 with Hospice Nurse Penny
Nurse Penny has been comforting and supporting people during their end-of-life experiences for many years. She also has a substantial social media following on TikTok and Instagram. Nurse Penny uses social media to educate people about Hospice Services, Advanced Directives and wills, and death anxiety and how it impacts our lives. We encourage you to follow Penny on social media. We thank her for her advocacy and enlightenment on the subject of death and dying.
Nurse Penny Instagram
Nurse Penny TikTok
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Customer Reviews
Amazing!
Andrew never ceases to amaze me with his incredibly upbeat attitude and positive outlook on life. If your goal is to leave, this Earth better than you found it, Andrew is the model for us mere mortals on how it’s done. His story is ttruly inspiring.
5 stars and then some!
This podcast shines a light on an issue that many shy away from. It’s been an honor to hear about Andrew’s personal journey, as well as to learn more about the regulations and legislature behind the Death with Dignity Act. I can’t wait to hear what else y’all have to share!
A Must- Listen
Flack is incredible. He displays vulnerability, wisdom, honesty, and even humor through this incredible project. I can’t wait to hear more insight from not only his personal journey, but from the death with dignity community as a whole.