Stephen Jenkinson is a Canadian storyteller, teacher, and author with a Master's in Theology from Harvard University and a Master's in Social Work from the University of Toronto. With over 20 years in palliative care, he has counseled over 1,500 people at their deathbeds. His work inspired his book Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul, addressing society's fear of death. His latest book, Come of Age: The Case for Elderhood in a Time of Trouble, advocates for the emergence of a new generation of elders who can be stewards of the planet.