The Catholic Herald Podcast: Merely Catholic with Gavin Ashenden

94: In defence of pro-life medicine, with Dr Calum Miller

Jan 21, 2025

Dr. Calum Miller, a pro-life advocate and researcher at the University of Oxford, shares his transformative journey from a liberal Christian background to a staunch pro-life stance. He discusses the ethical complexities of abortion, foetal sentience, and the societal ramifications of euthanasia. Miller emphasizes the importance of compassion and genuine debate surrounding these issues, while challenging societal labels and norms. His insights reflect a deep concern for vulnerable individuals and a commitment to navigating the intricate moral landscape of modern medicine.

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Dr. Calum Miller emphasizes the mental health risks associated with abortion, highlighting the need for compassionate dialogue regarding its impact on women and families.

The evolving debate over euthanasia raises concerns about autonomy leading to the devaluation of life, threatening the essence of the patient-doctor relationship in medicine.

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The Impact of Storytelling on Culture

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Intro

3min

Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine: A Personal Journey

3min

Challenging Labels: The Quest for Truth in Ethical Discourse

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Navigating the Abortion Debate

28min

Navigating the Legislative Landscape: A Fight for Debate and Clarity

4min

The Ethical Dilemma of Life and Death in Modern Medicine

5min

Dr Calum Miller, a medical doctor working within the NHS, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for this 93rd episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald.

Dr Miller graduated from the University of Oxford Medical School in 2015. As a researcher at the University of Oxford, he has published more than 30 academic papers in medicine, law, philosophy and ethics – examining such complex subjects as examined include foetal sentience, and abortion and mental health - and has won prizes for his work in bioethics from the University of Oxford and the Royal Psychiatry of Medicine

In this podcast, Dr Miller describes his journey of discovery and discusses how his concern for the vulnerable and belief in true equality led him to a robust, enduring and defensible pro-life position in the face of moves to further liberalise abortion and legalise euthanasia.

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