Talk Death Delaware — Conversations on Death, Grief & End-of-Life in the First State

Today's conversation is with Dan, who cared full-time for his father. The conversation touches on caring for a parent with dementia, lessons learned, finding purpose through the experience, the practical and emotional challenges of caring for an ageing person. Dan's advice and philosophy can help anyone dealing with the same issues. Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk...

Author Lori D'Angelo talks about her inspiration for writing, and during our conversation, the subject of death and dying as it is affected by the health care system came up.  This interview was done for The Kaidankai Podcast of Ghost and Supernatural stories. Her story will be read on June 10th. The Kaidankai is on every major podcast platform, and you can find Lori's story when it is uploaded, t...

In this heartfelt episode of Talk Death Delaware, I talk with award-winning bilingual children’s author Adriana Camacho-Church about how storytelling can help us navigate grief, loss, and emotional healing. Adriana shares the inspiration behind her book Grandma, Where Will Your Love Go? , a moving story that helps children understand death through the lens of love, nature, and connection. Drawing...

In this episode of Talk Death Delaware, we sit down with Heather Nickerson and Matt Ramsey of Artifcts, a platform designed to preserve the meaning behind the things we own. Heather and Matt share how Artifcts helps individuals and families document memories, capture personal histories, and create lasting digital legacies. From caregiving realities to generational shifts in what we value, this con...

In this Word on the Street Delaware episode of Talk Death Delaware, I’m joined by LB of Newark, Delaware for an honest, darkly humorous, and deeply human conversation about death, family, and what happens when preparation falls short. We talk about the real-world confusion families face with hospice care and morphine administration, and how not knowing what to do in end-of-life moments can add tra...

In this episode of Talk Death Delaware, we have an honest and deeply reflective conversation about aging, grief, and mortality. I speak with Mike Ingram, a nearly 70-year-old Delaware resident, about how thinking about death changes as we get older and how loss stays with us over time. Mike shares his experiences around the tragic death of his son, the loss of his brothers, and the anticipation of...

In this episode of Talk Death Delaware, we explore why cemeteries matter—through personal memories, genealogy, data analysis, and the emotional experience of visiting graves. What begins as a simple question—“Do you like cemeteries?”—unfolds into a thoughtful reflection on how places of burial become sites of history, curiosity, and meaning over time. From childhood visits to Civil War cemeteries,...

Human composting is reshaping how we think about death—driven by grassroots demand for meaningful, environmentally responsible alternative to casket and flame cremation. This episode explores why families are seeking new options, how human composting fits into the funeral director’s toolbox, and the creative, deeply personal ways people are returning loved ones to the earth as perspectives on deat...

Kim Adams is deeply involved with the Omega Home Network , community homes for the dying that offer a compassionate alternative for individuals and families facing the caregiver crisis so many of us know all too well. Kim shares the origins of this model, why these homes fill a crucial gap in end-of-life support, and what it might take to bring a community home for the dying to Delaware. Omega Hom...

Robert Timblin talks about the history of Faries Funeral Home in Smyrna, the oldest funeral home in Delaware, his decision to offer Natural Organic Reduction, and embalming. Faries Funeral Home: https://www.fariesfuneralhomes.com For more information, contact me at The Good Death Doula Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk Death Delaware fosters open, honest conversatio...

For "Word on the Street" chats, I don't include the name of the person speaking so they can speak freely,  openly, and honestly about their experiences.  Today, I read a comment by a woman who heard Emma Heming Willis talk about the stress of being a caregiver.  Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk Death Delaware fosters open, honest conversations about death, grief, a...

For "Word on the Street" chats, I don't include the name of the person speaking so they can speak freely,  openly, and honestly about their experiences.  Today, a woman talks about the importance of having a positive attitude toward death and sustainable options. Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk Death Delaware fosters open, honest conversations about death, grief,...

For "Word on the Street" chats, I don't include the name of the person speaking so they can speak freely,  openly, and honestly about their experiences.  Today, a man explains the deaths of his grandparents and how it was sad, but also beautiful. Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk Death Delaware fosters open, honest conversations about death, grief, and living with i...

Christos Phillipou is the owner of Pet Aquamation Delaware. Aquamation, or alkaline hydrolysis, is a water-based alternative to cremation. It uses a gentle mix of water, heat, and alkali to break down the body, leaving behind only bones and a nutrient-rich liquid. It's considered more environmentally friendly than flame cremation due to lower energy use and no emissions. Christos shares what inspi...

The first in a series of short conversations with people I meet about death and dying. For more information, contact me at The Good Death Doula or email me at TalkDeathDelaware@gmail.com Thanks to Pixabay for the music by Oleg Kyrylkovv that opens and closes this podcast. Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it alone. Talk Death Delaware fosters open, honest conversations about death...

Chris Lorence is a financial services consultant who lives in beautiful Bethany Beach, but he grew up on a Maryland farm, then spent years living and working in Virginia before returning to rural life on a different Maryland farm. Chris talks about his decision to choose Natural Organic Reduction (NOR), also known as body composting, for when he dies.  Delaware passed legislation allowing NOR in 2...

Penny Rogers is a co-founder of Face the Facts DE, a grassroots movement made up of individuals and organizations within the recovery community. Their fundraising efforts not only help families cremate loved ones lost to overdose, but also support a wide range of needs within the community. In this podcast, we talk about the loss of her son, the mission of the organization, and the lingering stigm...

On April 18, 2024, the Delaware House passed House Bill 140 The Ron Silverio/Heather Block End-of-Life Options Act, which gives terminally ill patients a chance to leave this world in peace and comfort. Heather Pope of Compassion & Choices discusses the bill's history and why it is an important option for Delawareans. Heather Pope is the Delaware Campaign Manager for Compassion & Choices....

Dawn Lentz has a terminal illness. She is a fierce advocate for legislation that would give Delawareans options for facing death with dignity. The Medical Aid in Dying bill passed the Delaware House of Representatives in April 2024 and is expecting to be taken up by the Senate in June.  Dawn talks about her illness and the importance of this legislation. Thanks to Pixabay for the music by Oleg Kyr...

The elderly are vulnerable to financial scams and fraudsters. Daniel Rogers discusses how his mother's identity was stolen, how it affected their lives, and what you can do to prevent a similar debacle. Contact Daniel at daniel@clearpathintuitiveconsulting.com Thanks to Pixabay for the music by Oleg Kyrylkovv that opens and closes this podcast. Death touches all of us, but we don’t have to face it...