Seeing Death Clearly

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode my guest is Nancy Alterman, a therapist with a focus on helping adults navigate relationship challenges. Nancy believes that nothing matters more in life than our relationships. She brings a wealth of experience, with over 35 years dedicated to families facing medical crisis. Nancy emphasizes the immediate impact of clear objectives in the improvement proce...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, we talk with Deb Driscoll, an author, spiritual teacher, and speaker, whose life has been a testament to the transformative power hidden within profound loss. Deb's story is about the  heart-breaking tragedy of losing her 10-year-old son, Sage, a pivotal moment that shattered her world and set her on an unexpected path of healing and growth. As Deb sh...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a conversation with Eryn Johnson, a Philadelphia-based writer and facilitator, about her journey from a religious upbringing to her current spiritual beliefs. Eryn, whose work has graced publications like Well + Good, Insider, and Tilted House Magazine, brings a unique perspective to her exploration of queerness, mental health, spirituality, and healing. Er...

Send us Fan Mail Jeanette Sealy, a dedicated Yoga Therapist, loving mother of four, and a veteran of the United States Air Force, is on a mission to bring healing and transformation to people's lives. Her profound personal journey through complex trauma has given her a deep understanding of the healing potential of Yoga and Ayurveda.  Since 1993, she has been unwaveringly committed to explori...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest, Sam Ruth, originally from Michigan but now in Colorado, shares her journey as a psychologist, author, and speaker.  She met her husband in Michigan at 24, and they reconnected later but tragically, he passed away in Colorado at 46, just four years later. Sam turned to nature and the beauty of Colorado to heal. Sam's deep connection to spirituality emerged following...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we're deviating from our usual guest interviews due to a hectic week. Sometimes, life throws unexpected challenges our way.  One such challenge happened to me recently when my minivan was struck by a drunk driver. It could have been much worse, but we're grateful that no one was hurt. This incident reaffirmed my deep appreciation for life and the importance of...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Tony Lynch, the founder of The Global Grief Network, a worldwide community of grief workers, mental health practitioners, and coaches. This community is all about raising awareness, sharing knowledge, and providing support to each other. During our conversation, Tony shares his personal journey of spiritual growth, self-acceptance, and s...

Send us Fan Mail My guest this week is Casey Stevens. We had a heartwarming conversation about her incredible journey. High school was a turning point in her life, marked by a profound loss and her parents played a pivotal role in helping her navigate this grief by openly discussing death and grieving. This experience, along with her volunteer work with people at the end of life, set her on a path...

Send us Fan Mail Nadia grew up in a family of spiritual seekers who openly discussed death. They believed that death wasn't an end but a transition to another dimension. Her mother's peaceful passing in October 2020 was a result of their many conversations about death, making it less frightening. Her goal today is to stress the importance of open conversations about death to make it less...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I spoke with Bryan Adler, an elder care attorney from the Rothkoff Law Group. My curiosity about elder care law grew when I began working as a death doula, and I was eager to learn more from Bryan. Bryan shared that their firm, the Rothkoff Law Group, is committed to educating the public about issues related to the elderly and the professionals who assist them. Wh...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by Ariell Kirylo, a dear friend of mine for over two decades. She recently reached out to me after a year of supporting her friend Stephen, who tragically passed away at the age of 51 due to a sudden brain tumor. Ariell wanted to share her experiences and insights from this journey. Many of us find it challenging to navigate end-of-life situation...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, my guest is John White. John had two near-death experiences that completely changed his life and his ideas about the spirit world, he shares some of his insights with us in this episode. During his first NDE, he had a car accident and the only thing he can recall is the moment of impact, it felt like he was propelled through space inside a balloon, stretching and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, my guest is Amy Hensley.  Amy, co-creator of Sips and Wishes, introduces an approach to accessible medical education through relaxed and interactive gatherings held in homes.  Amy's connection with her best friend, Erin, who specialized in teaching nursing students about death and dying, prompted her to recognize the importance of including this topic in medi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Francesca Zampaglione, who has a unique perspective on death due to her background as a first-generation American with Italian immigrant parents.  She is the host of the "Office Flip Flops" podcast, where she and her guests share advice and insights. Despite the name, it's not about shoes; it's a source of quick inspiration w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, my guest is Rev. Ogun Holder. Rev. Ogun Holder is the co-founder of project_SANCTUS -  a safe, brave, online space to discover and be our Holiest self, and in so doing, together, create a world of love, justice, and liberation for all.  He is an ordained Unity minister (2011), and an award-winning author, and he holds certifications in spiritual coaching, grief &a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I have a guest, Kristy Sue Bishop. Kristy Sue has devoted herself to exploring the depths of life’s shadows with identity death and embracing her new identity as the grieving slut and the rebirth witch. Kristy’'s journey began with the death of her ex-husband, which brought about complicated grief and a sense of isolation as she didn't fit into the mold...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Patrick Gigliotti, a hospice care consultant with Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care in New Jersey. We discuss his work and the insights he has gained while working with hospice patients. We also share personal stories, focusing on the importance of being comfortable and open about ourselves without fear of judgment. One significant topic we...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, my guest is Emily Cross. Emily Cross is a multi-talented individual residing in Dorset, England, who has dedicated her career to serving the dying. In 2017, Emily established her own practice, to provide support to both the dying and their families.   Recently she expanded her doula work to include both in-person and online services at the Steady Waves Center for...

Send us Fan Mail My guest is Jeff Hopper, and we get right into the conversation with this one.  Jeff is a hospice chaplain and he talks with me about his life journey to becoming a chaplain. He also tells us about his work with patients, along with the valuable lessons he's gained along the way. While incarcerated, Jeff encountered a Christian Hells Angel biker while, and despite his impendi...

Send us Fan Mail Joining me today is Narayani Gaia, a spiritual guide who helps individuals harness their energy, transform their sensitivity into strengths, and heal the past.  She offers private sessions and group training both locally and remotely. In our conversation, Narayani will share her personal experience of losing her partner and the valuable insights she gained while navigating the gri...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode is  Dr. Casey Sanders and we delve into two taboo topics in our culture: sex and death.  It's important to note that our conversation will not go into sexually explicit content. Instead, we aim to promote healthy dialogues among loved ones.  Dr. Casey Sanders, is a 35-year-old chiropractor and podcast host from Fort Worth, Texas. He is co-host, alongsi...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Alison Kepple is the guest speaker who shares insights into the differences between palliative care and hospice care. Alison is a Palliative Care Social Worker, End-of-Life Doula, and Psychopomp based in central New Jersey.  She fulfills her sacred duties by providing support to hospitalized individuals and their families through serious illness and injury...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with my friend Teri Brown, a talented singer/songwriter, about her journey of personal growth and transformation.  Teri opened up about the evolution of her spiritual beliefs and how they have reshaped her perspective on death and dying.  She also shared her experiences with psychedelics and the profound impact they have had on managi...

Send us Fan Mail ​​Kat Zammuto, a woman of mixed French and Brazilian heritage, has spent the majority of her life residing in the United States.  Growing up in California, she was exposed to the world of entertainment and modeling from a very young age, thanks to her father's occupation as a TV and video producer. Kat's artistic inclinations extend across various creative domains.  Equi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, my guest is Suzanne Anderson, she has worked as a psychologist, author, coach, leadership consultant, and transformational teacher for over 30 years. We talk about her new book “You Make Your Path By Walking” which she wrote after her beloved husband took his life, and how she used trauma and loss in a way that was profoundly transformational. Part memoir, part gu...