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On the Marie Curie Couch

Episode 37: Julia Samuel MBE

Season 1, Ep. 37

Psychotherapist and author Julia Samuel MBE sits down with bereavement expert Jason Davidson to talk about national grief.


If you'd prefer, you can read a full transcript of the episode.


On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans.


This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading charity providing care for people at the end of their lives. For more interesting perspectives on dying and death, head to Talkabout. You'll also find resources and support to help you start the conversation with your family and friends.


On the Marie Curie Couch is produced and edited by Marie Curie, with support from Ultimate Sound and Vision. The music featured is Time Lapse by PanOceanic.

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