In this episode of Palliative Talks, host Kath Murray sits down with Nadine Valk—an experienced palliative care leader, coach, and mindfulness educator. Nadine reflects on her 30-years experience, emphasizing the importance of compassion, presence, and team cohesion in supporting those with life-limiting illness. Together, they discuss how reframing “difficult conversations” as “tender conversations” opens space for meaningful connection, the essential role of personal support workers, and the power of curiosity and active listening in transforming care.

In this thought-provoking conversation, hospice nurse and educator Kath Murray speaks with Rami Shami, a longtime palliative care provider and advocate, about how we can bring humanity, dignity, and cultural humility into end-of-life care. Drawing from decades of experience, Rami shares reflections on presence, vulnerability, and what it means to walk alongside someone in their final chapter. Together, they explore the emotional landscape of caregiving, trauma-informed care, the importance of honoring autonomy, and how small acts of compassion can make a lasting impact. With rich stories and deeply personal insights, this episode invites listeners to reflect on how we show up—for ourselves, and for others—when it matters most.

Kath Murray sits down with Dr. Daphna Grossman, a palliative care physician with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Grossman shares compelling examples from her work with dementia and chronic disease, emphasizing the importance of early conversations, symptom assessment tools, and the critical role of care partners and personal support workers. This episode offers a warm, practical, and eye-opening guide to how thoughtful, wholistic care can be transformative and accessible, demonstrating how small shifts—like simple reframes—can have a big impact.