Dying to Tell You

Between each episode, Cody offers a brief reflection on the themes he discussed with his guest the week before. In this reflection, Cody reflects on his conversation with last week's guest, Denise, and the beautiful, little parts of life that make it worth living.  We also share a lovely remembrance of a good friends' grandmother, who figured prominently in Cody's youth.

Denise says she doesn't see herself as brave. In her eyes, she's simply facing her cancer diagnosis directly and doing what she has to do. It's a special kind of courage, accepting the difficult things as they are and doing whatever you can in the name of what's most important, which for Denise means being here as long as she can be for her family. But her point still stands—is that brave, simply...

Cody reflects on last week's conversation with Sandra and an idea from Thich Nhat Hanh called Interbeing. This week we're also starting our Remembrances, in which we read remembrances from listeners of loved ones lost. Stick around to the end of the Reflection to hear them. 

Silver linings. Looking for the good. These don’t have to be ways of ignoring the challenging parts of our lives. They can be a way of accepting all of our experiences—the so-called good and bad—in a light of positivity and growth. This the lesson Sandra teaches us in her conversation with Cody, which took place in Sandra’s backyard sanctuary on a lovely spring day in Boulder, CO. In addition to h...

Cody reflects on his conversation with last week's guest, Riyaz, and the meaning of the words "life happens for me, not to me." 

As a therapist, spiritual teacher, and member of a deeply supportive community of friends, Riyaz might seem well-equipped to handle a terminal diagnosis. And in so many ways, he is. He's also just like any of us. He's human. And when he was diagnosed with advanced stage lung cancer, it shook his world to its core, as it would for any of us.  Riyaz shares his wonderfully moving experience and insig...

Cody reflects on his conversation with Aimee and on the dance of ever-changing plans. 

For Season Two, we begin with an ending. Cody sits down with Aimee, the daughter of Linda from Season One , and her family to hear the story of Linda's final days this past April. It is both touching and wildly funny, a fitting tribute to Linda. As Aimee puts it and you'll hear for yourself, they could "make a whole sitcom" out of the odd experiences of those last days. It is an unfiltered, eye-op...

We are between seasons here at Dying To Tell You (Season 2 is coming this summer so subscribe to get notified!), but that isn't stopping us from talking to amazing people. This episode is very special, a conversation with healthcare professional, internet star, and now author—Hospice Nurse Julie. Julie rose to fame during the pandemic and now millions of followers on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube...

Cody and Chris listen back to memorable moments from Season One and reflect on what they've learned from six guests, multiple episodes, and so many great conversations. 

Cody reflects on last week's conversation with Cia and the difference between pain and suffering.

When Cia beat breast cancer 12 years ago, she had no idea it could come back, this time in the form of angiosarcoma. Cia is equally fierce in her love and in her determination to do whatever she can to spend the most time possible with her family, and make memories that can endure beyond the time she has left.

Cody reflects on last week's conversation with Jessica Guthrie, and on how a terminal diagnosis can be something more than an ending.

When her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, Jessica became her full-time caregiver and advocate. For the past nine years, Jessica has cared for her and documented their journey through Career & Caregiving Collide™. Her story is one of deep family commitment in the face of illness and mortality, of adjusting to the unexpected curves in life’s path, and of frustrations at a healthcar...

In this reflection on his conversation with Linda, Cody shares how Linda's motto of "Let That Sh*t Go" helped him through his own deeply personal loss this week.

Cody talks with Linda about her recent diagnosis with cancer, living a life of service, and letting sh*t go.

Cody sits down at the end of the year with his producer and co-creator Chris for a light-hearted holiday talk looking back, forward, and even a little bit inward. Thanks for listening to us in 2023 and we can't wait to bring you more in 2024.

It's the end of the year, when our hearts long for peace, joy, and gathering. In that spirit, Cody sat down to catch up with Nancy K, whom he last spoke with not long after her diagnosis with pancreatic cancer (for Episode #2 of DDTY). Nancy has spent the past several months living her best life with the help of friends, family, and amazing hospice care. And it was a true honor and joy to talk wit...

In Episode 3.5, Cody reflects on his conversation with Nancy and what it means to choose one's own way.

Nancy B has been living with a brain tumor for nearly half of her life. Cody and Nancy actually knew each other in the teen years and now, in their 40s, they sit down to discuss her experience of living for so long with a terminal diagnosis.  Please note: there is a brief mention of suicide in this episode. (All music licensed through Artlist.)

In Episode 2.5, Cody reflects on his conversation with Nancy and what it actually means to be a fighter against cancer. (All music licensed through Artlist.)

Cody shares thoughts on gratitude, loss, and love for this season of thanks.   (All music licensed through Artlist.)

Nancy was only recently diagnosed with cancer when we sat down at her kitchen table and talked about her deep faith as well as the enduring embrace of her family and close friends. (All music licensed through Artlist.)

In Episode 1.5, Cody reflects on his conversation with Aaron, and how we all can make the most of our stories as life unfolds.