RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_5ffbbdf8-5633-48b0-acd1-0fc3aa08367b -- Rendered At Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:15:27 +0000 It's Not All About Death https://redcircle.com/shows/its-not-all-about-death en-US All rights reserved. A quirky and educational podcast about Palliative Care Dr. Alison Murray "It's Not All About Death" is a quirky and educational podcast that was started by a multidisciplinary team of Palliative Care providers in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Sprinkled with cheesy humour, each episode discusses a new topic, answers your questions, and addresses emerging areas in Palliative Medicine. Episodes are geared to anyone who is interested in learning more about Palliative Care - from undergraduate medical students and residents, to practicing physicians and members of the public! Keep an eye out for new episodes, exciting special guests and hot topics, because It's Not Always About Death! 5ffbbdf8-5633-48b0-acd1-0fc3aa08367b A quirky and educational podcast about Palliative Care

]]> episodic no Dr. Alison Murray itsnotallaboutdeath@gmail.com no full Episode 12: Psychedelics Episode 12: Psychedelics 12 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we present an interview with a long time colleague and friend Dr. Lyle Galloway. Lyle has a special interest in psychedelic assisted therapy as it relates to Palliative Medicine. He sits down with Alison for a fascinating conversation about all things psychedelic because…It’s Not All About Death!

1.What are psychedelics?

2.What does psychedelic therapy look like?

3.When would you consider psychedelic-assisted therapy for your palliative patients?

]]> <p>In this episode, we present an interview with a long time colleague and friend Dr. Lyle Galloway. Lyle has a special interest in psychedelic assisted therapy as it relates to Palliative Medicine. He sits down with Alison for a fascinating conversation about all things psychedelic because…It’s Not All About Death!</p><p>1.What are psychedelics?</p><p>2.What does psychedelic therapy look like?</p><p>3.When would you consider psychedelic-assisted therapy for your palliative patients?</p> 768d2e9f-9c2a-4399-a0ac-0fa9e4a2a246 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Thu, 01 Dec 2022 03:15:03 +0000 3344 no full Episode 11: Delirium Episode 11: Delirium 11 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss all things delirium - what it is, different types, what can cause it, what can mimic it, and how it can be addressed…because It’s Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss all things delirium - what it is, different types, what can cause it, what can mimic it, and how it can be addressed…because It’s Not All About Death!</p> 3d27ee75-983a-4f7c-bcbd-18fa4b8e83b3 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com/ Wed, 13 Apr 2022 03:45:00 +0000 1984 no full Episode 10: Constipation Episode 10: Constipation 10 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss all things constipation - what it is, how it happens (especially in palliative care), how it can be prevented, and how it can be treated…because It’s Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss all things constipation - what it is, how it happens (especially in palliative care), how it can be prevented, and how it can be treated…because It’s Not All About Death!</p> 0775785e-40a0-4c7a-bb8a-ef818209ce48 https://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Wed, 02 Mar 2022 23:15:00 +0000 1795 no full Episode 9: Special Guest Interview with Dr. David Hui Episode 9: Special Guest Interview with Dr. David Hui 9 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we present another interview with a highly regarded researcher in the palliative care world. 

Dr. Hui is an associate professor with tenure at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre. He is a practicing Medical Oncologist and Palliative Care specialist with a research focus in symptom management, prognostication and the integration of Oncology and Palliative Care. He has published over 290 research articles in highly regarded medical journals (no big deal right?).

Listen in as we discuss topics such as how to select patients who can benefit most from palliative care interventions, how quality improvement can be implemented in palliative care clinical settings, and more because…It’s Not Always About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we present another interview with a highly regarded researcher in the palliative care world. </p><p>Dr. Hui is an associate professor with tenure at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre. He is a practicing Medical Oncologist and Palliative Care specialist with a research focus in symptom management, prognostication and the integration of Oncology and Palliative Care. He has published over 290 research articles in highly regarded medical journals (no big deal right?).</p><p>Listen in as we discuss topics such as how to select patients who can benefit most from palliative care interventions, how quality improvement can be implemented in palliative care clinical settings, and more because…It’s Not Always About Death!</p> ac67c4d4-50aa-48e9-9972-4874b48e8894 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000 1265 no full Episode 8: Opioid Rotation and Fentanyl Episode 8: Opioid Rotation and Fentanyl 8 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss opioid toxicity, opioid rotation and conversion ratios - why we do them, when to do them, and how to do them…because It’s Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss opioid toxicity, opioid rotation and conversion ratios - why we do them, when to do them, and how to do them…because It’s Not All About Death!</p> 8855aa34-f9d3-44d0-a60d-8370d0ad87c2 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Wed, 15 Dec 2021 07:03:14 +0000 1702 no full Episode 7: Special Guest Interview with Dr. Areej El-Jawahri Episode 7: Special Guest Interview with Dr. Areej El-Jawahri 7 1 Dr. Alison Murray This week, we interview a special guest -- Dr. Areej El-Jawahri. She is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an oncologist specializing in the care of patients with hematologic malignancies and those undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. We talk about her research, the importance of early palliative care, and who should be responsible for providing palliative care on a medical team because...It's Not All About Death!

]]> <p>This week, we interview a special guest -- Dr. Areej El-Jawahri. She is based in Boston, Massachusetts, and is an oncologist specializing in the care of patients with hematologic malignancies and those undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. We talk about her research, the importance of early palliative care, and who should be responsible for providing palliative care on a medical team because...It&#39;s Not All About Death!</p> 6299c7d1-e67b-444f-a422-9b79f8eb0adf http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Sun, 07 Nov 2021 07:45:02 +0000 2143 no full Episode 6: Neuropathic Pain Episode 6: Neuropathic Pain 6 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss neuropathic pain - causes, therapeutic approaches, dosing, side-effects, and roots of the term "marijuana," because…It’s Not All About Death! Listen until the end for our new slogan too!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss neuropathic pain - causes, therapeutic approaches, dosing, side-effects, and roots of the term &#34;marijuana,&#34; because…It’s Not All About Death! Listen until the end for our new slogan too!</p> 1f86a898-ea68-48a6-8e83-945b25bb1803 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Tue, 05 Oct 2021 08:40:35 +0000 1989 no full Episode 5: Opioids Episode 5: Opioids 5 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss opioids - their uses, side-effects, and how their careful use can play a big role in managing pain because…It’s Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss opioids - their uses, side-effects, and how their careful use can play a big role in managing pain because…It’s Not All About Death!</p> 31fe4889-db20-457d-ba0f-84c2e4c0d247 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000 2163 no full Episode 4: Approach to Pain Episode 4: Approach to Pain 4 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss approaches to pain: how to define it, how to characterize it, and how understanding and addressing it holistically is a central part of palliative care because…It’s Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss approaches to pain: how to define it, how to characterize it, and how understanding and addressing it holistically is a central part of palliative care because…It’s Not All About Death!</p> a76381c7-1a88-4600-9423-375582bc9ce8 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com/listen-now.html Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:36:36 +0000 2194 no full Episode 3: Isn't Palliative Care Depressing? Episode 3: Isn't Palliative Care Depressing? 3 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss the commonly held perception that palliative care is depressing, our coping strategies, and some special experiences that have helped redefine our perspectives because...It's Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss the commonly held perception that palliative care is depressing, our coping strategies, and some special experiences that have helped redefine our perspectives because...It&#39;s Not All About Death!</p> d91c99bb-d275-4de2-abdf-92921232fb55 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Tue, 06 Jul 2021 01:33:28 +0000 1947 no full Episode 2: What Is Palliative Care? Episode 2: What Is Palliative Care? 2 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, we discuss what is meant by "Palliative Care." Our hosts give some historical context, discuss some of Canada's unique contributions, and end with some thoughts about models of care and the future of Palliative Care because...It's Not All About Death!

]]> <p>In this episode, we discuss what is meant by &#34;Palliative Care.&#34; Our hosts give some historical context, discuss some of Canada&#39;s unique contributions, and end with some thoughts about models of care and the future of Palliative Care because...It&#39;s Not All About Death!</p> 83568928-37aa-4d16-a6d9-9c5f00333c6f http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:33:09 +0000 1900 no full Episode 1: Intro Episode 1: Intro 1 1 Dr. Alison Murray In this episode, get to know your hosts, what led them to crush on Palliative Care and why It's Not All About Death!

]]> <p><span>In this episode, get to know your hosts, what led them to crush on Palliative Care and why It&#39;s Not All About Death!</span></p> e694444a-5ee8-4984-aa8c-9f0d5426cf28 http://www.itsnotallaboutdeath.com Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:00:00 +0000 556 no