In this interview with Stephen Jenkinson we explore the pitfalls of excess and what wasn't learned in the ocean gate, deep sea vessel tragedy near the titanic. In connection with what we are facing as a global community at this time, I asked him what he, as a death worker, had asked of those who were dying in his care. These and many more subjects combined were brought to life by his immense heart and mind. Stephen Jenkinson is an author, poet, farmer, musician, teacher and cultural activist. After spending many years as a palliative care worker, he is perhaps best known for his book "Die Wise" and the 2008 documentary "Griefwalker". The breadth of his thought and work however extend far out past the death trade touching many aspects of our culture. From July 2023 Stephen is on tour with Gregory Hoskins bringing their potent mix of poetry, ceremony and music into many cities around the globe. To check for a performance near you go to: https://orphanwisdom.com/nights-of-grief-and-mystery/ More info about Stephens work: www.orphanwisdom.com Michael Shaw is the director and producer of the documentary "Living in the Time of Dying" for more information, interviews and to find out about our grief ritual groups go to livinginthetineofdying.com

The experience of living in collapsing systems is deeply challenging for all of us willing to look at such things. Meg Wheatley, with her long practice of service and spiritual practice, brings some profound insights into how to live in these times with grace, as well as how to meet our darker emotions well. I first came across Meg via a workshop she co-led with Pema Chodron more than 10 years ago. She was speaking about a Hopi Prophecy that had been given to her in 2009 describing the times we were living in and how to meet them. This prophecy forms the basis of the conversation.

Francis Weller, author of "The Wild Edge of Sorrow", has stated that "bringing grief and death out of the shadow is our spiritual responsibility and sacred duty". In this interview we explore the climate crises and collapse through the lens of what he names "the long dark" and discuss the necessity of deepening our soul life whatever the outcomes. Michael Shaw is the director and producer of " Living in the Time of Dying" for more of our interviews / groups and to watch the documentary. https://www.livinginthetimeofdying.com/ To learn more about the work of Francis Weller go to www.francisweller.net Visit our website to learn more about our online Grief Ritual Groups https://www.livinginthetimeofdying.com/community

In this Interview I talk with Carolyn Baker about her her newest book. "UNDAUNTED: Living Fiercely into Climate Meltdown in an Authoritarian World" We talk , amongst many other things, about the importance of accepting the realities of collapse. We also talk about radical trust, the importance of doing the inner work in these times and about navigating the impending cultural psychosis that is descending on the western world.

In his latest book "Bright Green Lies" he wrote with Max Wilbert and Keith Lierre, the brilliant Derrick Jensen dismantles the illusion of 'green' technology in breathtaking, comprehensive detail. He reveals a fantasy that must perish if there is to be any hope of preserving what remains of life on Earth. In this interview we speak to this as well as exploring his perspective on facing the grief inherent in his deep love of the natural world.

Director / Producer of Living in the Time of Dying Michael Shaw interviews Rev. Michael Dowd about the place and the state of religion in this time of social and ecological collapse. Michael Dowd introduces a new framework of religion that is life centred rather than human centred. He outlines the need of our relationship to the earth to be to a "greater thou and not a lesser it" that we can exploit for our own gain. As someone who has produced over 75 interviews and 3 primers on the scale of the climate crises Michael Dowd brings his own unique perspective and expertise to this topic. Visit our website for more information: https://www.livinginthetimeofdying.com

Professor Henrik Nordborg, physicist, climate activist and blogger, talks with me here about his recent substack article. In it he explored the COP meetings and described COP 27 as no more than a planned failure. He also describes his care for the young people and the need to find a new narrative to discuss collapse in. As a scientist, he uses the analogy of Galileo to describe so much of what he are experiencing re telling the truth in these times. A very worthy voice in our times. To read more of his substack articles go to https://www.global-climate-compensati... Or to his website https://nordborg.ch/about/ For more information about Michael Shaw www.livinginthetimeofdying.com

Carolyn Baker is someone who is unafraid to look at the possibility of human extinction and what we as a global community are facing. She also is willing to look at the spiritual and emotional possibilities that this climate and biosphere crisis presents us with. In this interview with Carolyn we discuss approaching collapse as a rite of passage and accepting and working with the grief inherent in these times. About Carolyn Baker Carolyn Baker’s mission is to create islands of sanity in a sea of global chaos. This mission necessitates the development of a variety of emotional tools alongside commitment to spiritual transformation. Through her multi-faceted outreach via webinars, podcasts, live workshops, books, and articles, as well as one-on-one life coaching, Carolyn is touching the lives of thousands to assist them in preparing for the dire consequences of the collapse of industrial civilisation and abrupt climate change. Interviewed by Michael Shaw, director and producer of Living in The Time of Dying. For more information visit our website www.livinginthetimeofdying.com

In this interview I speak with Erik Michaels author of the blog " Problems, Predicaments and Technology" and moderator on Prepping for NTHE ( Near Term Human Extinction) and Methane News facebook groups. A hidden gem in this space. Erik is a rare and clear voice outlining how our civilisation is faced with the predicament of ecological overshoot. As he will describe, this is not a problem that can be solved via new "green" energy sources or technological fixes. As uncomfortable as it is, this is something that needs to be seen clearly for what it is.

Mindfulness is way more than just a way to "relax" or "feel better". Timothea Goddard shares with us her journey into her deep recognition of climate breakdown and societal collapse and talks us through some ways to meet the raw edge of this and our human experience across the board. Timothea Goddard heads an Australia wide Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction organisation called Open Ground as well as being a therapist for over 30 years. She was featured on ABC Catalyst in 2019. Visit our website for more information: https://www.livinginthetimeofdying.com