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EPISODE · May 17, 2026 · 31 MIN

Benjamin Law: The intersection of death, culture, and community - Part 2

from What About Death!? · host karuna.org.au

On today's episode of What About Death!?, Tsultrim continues her conversation with Australian author, screenwriter, and journalist Benjamin Law. They continue talking about Ben's most recent stageplay, an adaptation of Cory Taylor's memoir Dying. Ben also talks about the importance of culture in understanding death and dying and how his own Chinese heritage influenced his understand of life, death, and grief.Follow Ben on social media to learn more about his work: @mrbenjaminlaw What About Death!? is hosted by Venerable Tsultrim and brought to you by Karuna Hospice Services. About Karuna Karuna exists to ease the suffering that surrounds death. The physical, emotional, spiritual and beyond, for individuals, families, carers and communities. Karuna’s specialist palliative care is a free in-home consultation service designed to support individuals and families through life’s most challenging chapter. Offering expert care, comfort, and connection at home. Over the past 30 years, thousands of people have joined the Karuna family. They continue to support us and give back in their own ways.  Support from people like you helps us to continue caring for families, and creating important resources including this podcast. Learn more about how you can support Karuna: https://karuna.org.au/ways-to-give/ Listener note The views expressed on these podcasts may not reflect the wider views of Karuna Hospice Services. The content of these podcasts is for general information only, and you should not rely upon that information without seeking further advice from appropriate sources. If listening to these podcasts raises any concerns or issues for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. Subscribe and listen  Make sure to subscribe to What About Death!? through your favourite podcasting platforms to be notified whenever a new episode drops. You can also follow us on social media for updates about upcoming guests and episodes: @whataboutdeathpodcast  Credits Music: Bling Heights by Ahjay Stelino 

On today's episode of What About Death!?, Tsultrim continues her conversation with Australian author, screenwriter, and journalist Benjamin Law. They continue talking about Ben's most recent stageplay, an adaptation of Cory Taylor's memoir Dying. Ben also talks about the importance of culture in understanding death and dying and how his own Chinese heritage influenced his understand of life, death, and grief.Follow Ben on social media to learn more about his work: @mrbenjaminlaw What About Death!? is hosted by Venerable Tsultrim and brought to you by Karuna Hospice Services. About Karuna Karuna exists to ease the suffering that surrounds death. The physical, emotional, spiritual and beyond, for individuals, families, carers and communities. Karuna’s specialist palliative care is a free in-home consultation service designed to support individuals and families through life’s most challenging chapter. Offering expert care, comfort, and connection at home. Over the past 30 years, thousands of people have joined the Karuna family. They continue to support us and give back in their own ways.  Support from people like you helps us to continue caring for families, and creating important resources including this podcast. Learn more about how you can support Karuna: https://karuna.org.au/ways-to-give/ Listener note The views expressed on these podcasts may not reflect the wider views of Karuna Hospice Services. The content of these podcasts is for general information only, and you should not rely upon that information without seeking further advice from appropriate sources. If listening to these podcasts raises any concerns or issues for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. Subscribe and listen  Make sure to subscribe to What About Death!? through your favourite podcasting platforms to be notified whenever a new episode drops. You can also follow us on social media for updates about upcoming guests and episodes: @whataboutdeathpodcast  Credits Music: Bling Heights by Ahjay Stelino

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