Mortals

By Ivor Williams

Mortals is a podcast series exploring the transformative power of mortality awareness.

Each episode features a rich conversation with an expert in death — from psychologists and sociologists to ecol... more

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How many episodes does Mortals have?

The podcast currently has 2 episodes available.

Mortals episodes:

August 02, 2024 Mortals with LaUra Schmidt
In this episode of 'Mortals,' host Ivor Williams speaks with LaUra Schmidt, founder of the Good Grief Network, where she and her colleagues bring people together to metabolize collective grief, eco-distress, and other heavy emotions that arise in response to daunting planetary crises.

They delve into how awareness of death shapes our experiences, the importance of community in grief work, and the transformation that comes from honoring mortality. The episode is rich conversation on death, resilience, and the interconnectedness of personal and ecological grief.

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51min
July 11, 2024 Mortals with Dr Rachel Menzies
In the inaugural episode of 'Mortals,' host Ivor Williams introduces the series that explores mortality awareness in order to help us fully awaken to our life.

Ivor speaks with Dr. Rachel Menzies, an Australian psychologist specialising in death anxiety, to discuss how the fear of death impacts mental health.

They explore various topics including the concept of death anxiety as a transdiagnostic construct, its treatment through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), historical and cultural perspectives on death anxiety, and the potential of psychedelics in alleviating these fears.

Dr. Menzies provides insights on how a positive attitude towards mortality can enhance psychological well-being, offering practical tools to cope with these anxieties.

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48min

FAQs about Mortals:

How many episodes does Mortals have?

The podcast currently has 2 episodes available.