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The Direct Cremation Podcast

Will de Michaelis, Tyler Yamasaki

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For Innovative Funeral Directors Blazing a Trail. Tyler and Will explore the innovation happening within death care. Come join us as we explore unique perspectives from all sides of the death care industry. Tyler Yamasaki is the CEO of Parting Pro, an online arrangement platform that has helped over 150,000 families arrange their services from the comfort of their own home. Will de Michaelis helped grow and manage the Omega Society, a cremation brand that at it's peak, helped over 4,500 fami ...
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Kates-Boylston Publications has been covering death care for more than a century. Funeral Service Insider brings that institutional knowledge to bear on current events with the aim of helping funeral service professionals better understand the present and plan for the future.
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Welcome to Don’t Be Caught Dead - a podcast encouraging open conversations about dying and the death of a loved one. I’m your host, Catherine Ashton - Founder of Critical Info - and I’m helping to bring your stories of death back to life. Because while you may not be ready to die, at least you can be prepared.
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Reaper Clean is dedicated to the cleaning and recovery of traumatic incidents within California. It is our duty as death-care professionals to act as a resource for families and local businesses, to support ethical causes that intersect with our work, and to provide a specialized and compassionate service for those in need. The purpose of this podcast is educate the public and share valuable information on topics people may not think about. Music By: InfinityMusicProduction The Destruction o ...
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Death in the Afternoon

The Order of the Good Death

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Welcome to your mortality, humans! Death in the Afternoon dispels myths about death and dead bodies, dives into history and dark tales you've never heard before, and features conversations with people working to change the future of death care, Hosted by Caitlin Doughty, Louise Hung, and Sarah Chavez.
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Everyone Dies (Every1Dies)

Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN and Charlie Navarrette

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A thoughtful exploration of everything about life-limiting illness, dying, and death. Everyone Dies is a nonprofit organization with the goal to educate the public about the processes associated with dying and death, empower regarding options and evidence-based information to help them guide their care, normalize dying, and reinforce that even though everyone dies, first we live, and that every day we are alive is a gift.
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Death, et seq.

Tanya D. Marsh

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Death, et seq. literally means "Death and what follows." This podcast addresses all aspects of death care in the United States -- options for funerals and disposition, the ways in which "traditions" are being disrupted, and where death care is headed. A broad range of experts within the funeral industry and various reform communities are invited to share their views. Listeners are invited to actively participate by submitting questions and topics of interest.
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Dr. Karen Wyatt, hospice physician and author of "7 Lessons for Living from the Dying," interviews experts on all aspects of the end-of-life, including: caring for the dying, funeral and burial practices, planning for the end-of-life, conscious dying, grief and loss, caregiver support, afterlife, death and the arts, and community initiatives to improve end-of-life care. Access show notes at www.eolupodcast.com
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Life's Too Short

Partners In Care

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How could working at a hospice in Bend, Oregon shape the way you live your life? Join Lisa Hurley and Jason Medina on Life's Too Short as they discuss death, dying and the pursuit of a life well lived - mixed with a generous dose of coffee and levity.
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Caskets & Cocktails

Katie Leverett & Dan Faulkner

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Do you have a question about death care? Morbid curiosity exists in everyone and Caskets & Cocktails is dedicated helping you peek behind the veil of the death care industry through hilarious personal stories that bring listener’s curious questions to life. . Mr. Danny, who has over 35+ years working in death care, & his daughter Katie will guide you through the crazy world of death care. This father daughter duo’s lovingly fun relationship & thick southern drawls lure you to pour a cocktail ...
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The goal of the Neurocritical Care Society Podcast is to summarize some of the latest content and cutting edge research published in the journal, Neurocritical Care, official journal of the Neurocritical Care Society. Episodes are produced regularly and feature interviews with the top researchers around the world in the fields of neurology, critical care, and neurosurgery.
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”A podcast about death? That‘s kinda morbid.” - You, probably. It doesn‘t have to be. Join Maria & Ammo as they breathe life into the conversation around death, grief, & bereavement.
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A secure environment designed for adults to engage in thoughtful conversations about trauma and the principles of Trauma-Informed Care. Topics include but are not limited to: Divorce, Bereavement, Crisis, and the Restoration of the Heart, Mind, and Soul.
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Dust and Blood

Rolling Path Productions

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A fantasy Western narrative-play podcast, filled with high drama and hilarious shenanigans! Dust and Blood is created by Blake Alfson, Keith Curtis, Corinne Hill, Gale Parker, and Zach Parker, and posts on the first day of each month. Content Warnings: Gunshot/explosion sounds, snakes, cursing, body horror, depictions of insanity and memory loss, substance use, violence, gore, and death. Please listen with care!
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The Life & Loss Podcast

Forest Holme Hospice Charity

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‘Life & Loss’ is a new 21-part podcast series from Forest Holme Hospice Charity offering support and guidance for individuals facing a life-limiting illness or navigating grief. Episodes will be released every week and the series brings together individuals of different ages and backgrounds with unique first-hand experiences, alongside healthcare professionals, to share their stories, knowledge, information, and strategies for coping with the many challenges associated with life-limiting ill ...
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Politics, culture, and public policy from the left. Stay alive another week. w/ Beatrice Adler-Bolton, Artie Vierkant, Phil Rocco and Jules Gill-Peterson. https://www.patreon.com/deathpanelpod
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Welcome to a candid conversation about life. This is a safe place to share experiences, learn best practices, and ask the tough questions in order to prepare for end-of-life realties we all will face, not only for ourselves, but our pets too! Feel free to contact me at askjodiclock@gmail.com or visit my website at www.jodiclock.com
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Till Death Do Us Part Podcast

Daniel and Melissa MacArthur

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They've been married for 18 years. She's intrigued by true crime. He couldn’t care less. Can their marriage survive a podcast? Or will it end in MURDER?! **** Till Death Do Us Part is a lighthearted and sometimes satirical true crime podcast where we present our dysfunctional married take on serious cases involving other dysfunctional relationships. We hope you enjoy. Till Death Do Us Part is an independent true crime podcast. We are not part of a network nor do we do ads. Our income comes f ...
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Everyone's end of life journey should be comfortable, peaceful and dignified. In every episode, Mitch Ware, long time Hospice Bedside volunteer and former Hospice client, will share his experiences and knowledge to show others how they can achieve the best palliative care available through Hospice. And, he will take your questions and answer them on future episodes as well. If you are considering end of life care, this podcast is for you!
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PICU Doc On Call

Dr. Pradip Kamat, Dr. Rahul Damania

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PICU Doc On Call is the podcast for current and aspiring Intensivists. This podcast will provide protocols that any Critical Care Physician would use to treat common emergencies and the sudden onset of acute symptoms. Brought to you by Emory University School of Medicine, in conjunction with Dr. Rahul Damania and under the supervision of Dr. Pradip Kamat.
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Your Aged Care Compass

Coral Wilkinson & Michelle Brown

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Are you supporting an older loved one at home and ready to give up because it’s just too hard? Your Aged Care Compass is aimed at anyone who is caring for an older loved one who still lives at home and is wondering what support is available to them. We're Coral and Michelle, the sisters behind our business, See Me Aged Care Navigators. Coral is a registered nurse with over 30 years experience in both health and aged care. A former assessor with the aged care assessment team, an advocate and ...
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Actress/comedian Renie Rivas (Spirit Untamed, No Activity) presents recordings of private phone calls with friends in entertainment, comedy, the death care industry, and gay adult films in this eavesdropping-based podcast. Guests include actor Brandon Johnson (Rick and Morty, A Black Lady Sketch Show), actress Rachel Grate (Crazy Ex Girlfriend, NCIS), and actor Phil LaMarr (Futurama, Pulp Fiction).
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Listen in as a host of well-known guests open up and share their experiences of grief and death in a therapeutic conversation with Marie Curie bereavement expert, Jason Davidson. On the Marie Curie Couch is a monthly podcast that aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading end of life charity. For more information about the vital work we do, head to mariecurie.org ...
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A geriatrics and palliative care podcast for every health care professional. We invite the brightest minds in geriatrics, hospice, and palliative care to talk about the topics that you care most about, ranging from recently published research in the field to controversies that keep us up at night. You'll laugh, learn and maybe sing along. Hosted by Eric Widera and Alex Smith. CME available!
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Hospice Declassified

Tracie Mallberg MD / Oliver Roth RN

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Join us on "Hospice Declassified" as we unravel the profound experiences of the honest work of hospice care with Dr. Tracie Mallberg, a hospice physician, and Oliver Roth, a hospice RN. Designed for the dedicated hospice staff constantly on the move, our podcast offers a convenient and engaging way to stay informed and help tackle hospice care's physical and emotional complexities
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From a fourth-generation funeral home come the voices of youthful identical twins who fearlessly tackle a subject often considered taboo: Death. Following in his funeral director father's footsteps, Benny Capaul brings a modern perspective to the profession, while Dr. Nick Capaul, a psychologist, offers insights into helping people cope with loss. With a shared upbringing surrounded by the funeral profession, they’ve gained extensive experience and knowledge. Their distinct perspectives and ...
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From Loss to Light

Angie Hanson & Michelle Cowan

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The Loss to Light Podcast is hosted by two brave widows who believe in rebuilding after unexpected life experiences. The podcast will help inspire others by learning how to enjoy life no matter what season you are in. Our main focus will be guiding people along as they find their light on their journey when it’s dark. This podcast will feature stories of loss and resilience, faith and hope, darkness to light, and lots and lots of bravery. This podcast will have guests that have not only expe ...
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A funeral podcast which dives into all aspects of the funeral industry in New Zealand and abroad. With two qualified funeral directors who care little for the old school mentality of we tell you what you can and cant do, lets leave that to you and we will give you the tools to empower the celebration of a good life!
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The Death Pawsitive Podcast

The Death Pawsitive Podcast

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A death positive podcast to educate you on the death and dying process for your furry little family members. We explore everything from the aging process, when to say goodbye, funerals and wakes, burial and cremation options, and even creative ways to memorialize your pet.
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Podcast for the book 'Coma and Near-Death Experience - The Beautiful, Disturbing and Dangerous World of the Unconscious' by Alan & Beverley Pearce. Featuring first-hand accounts - nightmarish worlds more real than reality, alternate lives spanning decades, Heavenly encounters - from deep within coma. Available from Amazon, Barnes & Nobel and all good bookstores in Paperback, e-Book & Audiobook. www.alanpearce.com
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'When I Die, Let Me Live' is a podcast where we have the immense privilege of connecting with people about the taboo, fraught, delicate, but universal topic of death. We’ll invite you into the lives of our guests, many of whom are patients, caregivers, and health professionals, as we try to understand what it means to live more fully as the end approaches. In these stories, we hope to find our own voices and feel moved to start having conversations with the people we care about. Because faci ...
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Australia's only national museum of film, video games, digital culture and art - situated at the heart of Melbourne in Fed Square. Listen to our latest podcasts of live events, playlists associated with exhibitions, and more. Located at Fed Square. Open daily. #acmimelbourne www.acmi.net.au
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A new science thriller from Naked Podium, Death's Grip is the story of a young woman in search of her father and a Tribune reporter in search of a story. As they sink deeper and deeper into their search for Dr. Hodges, a once-promising biochemist, now presumed dead, they find themselves trapped in a dark tale woven for them long before they began their search.
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Locust Radio

Locust Review

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Locust Radio is Locust Review’s monthly podcast on the weird, the political, and where they intersect in fiction, art, poetry and creativity. Hosted by editors Tish Turl and Adam Turl, Locust Radio features discussions of the radical weird, history and current events, interviews with artists, writers, and musicians, and readings of conceptual art, poetry and fiction. Read more at locustreview.com. To get bonus content and subscribe to Locust Review, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon ...
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A monthly podcast about pediatric palliative care, hosted by two pediatric palliative care docs, Sarah Dabagh, MD, and Daniel Eison, MD, MS. Sharing the insights, opinions, narratives, commentaries, and invectives of #pedpc.
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Guest presenter Danielle Phillips discusses her lived experience in becoming an executor twice in two years during the Covid-19 pandemic when she lost both her parents. She was thrown into a whirlpool of time sensitive form filling, phone calls, emails and document preparation, during a time when she just needed space and capacity to focus on the l…
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We’ve talked about Brain Death before with Robert (Bob) Troug and guest-host Liz Dzeng, and in many ways today’s podcast is a follow up to that episode (apologies Bob for mispronouncing your last name on today’s podcast!). Why does this issue keep coming up? Why is it unresolved? Today we put these questions to Winston Chiong, a neurologist and bio…
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We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-) Ever wondered if there's a kinder way to say goodbye to your loved ones? Most of us are aware of burials and cremations, but have you heard of water cremation? Luke Cripps is a Director at Alluvium Water Cremations, established in 2023 with Director Brendan Cooper to bring a gentle, affordable, and eco…
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Beatrice and Jules discuss “managed care,” a seemingly innocuous term for a guiding principle in contemporary US healthcare that structures and incentivizes medical rationing and austerity. We also discuss how the use of managed care in state Medicaid programs leads to widespread denials for trans care.Transcript forthcoming.This episode was origin…
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James stumbles back home, only to find someone waiting for him. Richard Bassett will take him to the warehouse to witness the incredible things they have done, where he will witness the dawn of a new age in medicine, but only if he takes the bargain he is offered. Mentioned in this episode: Contains adult language and situations. Please, be advised…
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Standards of Care or Standards of Death?In this monocast, Scott walks through how Standards of Care were designed to kill us and the only solution.-----------PowerPoint presentation: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rvjz2qg343kssaqkqf8r7/Standards-of-Care-or-Standards-of-Death.pptx?rlkey=4e4v110ls1zubyhu46mr13ggh&st=kohzowgl&dl=0-----------To learn m…
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Sharon sneaks into the warehouse on her own to search for her mother and discovers a strange room. Meanwhile, James Dysart finds himself surrounded by reporters asking questions as the story breaks in another paper. And a team of reporters at the Tribune piece together the next story of the century as they learn more about Dr. Hodges, Richard Basse…
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Ever wondered about the most challenging aspects of end-of-life care? In my latest episode, "Beating the Odds: How to Avoid the Worst Way to Die," I go deep into the forgotten conversation around patient wishes and how they can drastically impact our final moments. We'll explore... *The Shift in Dr. Peter Saul's (renowned for his groundbreaking TED…
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Climate activists Jess Serrante and Joanna Macy are 60 years apart. They’re also close friends who’ve been sharing stories and commiserating about the state of the world for the past 10 years. When Jess experienced a crisis and started questioning whether her activism was really effective, Joanna provided a framework that changed everything. In thi…
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On today’s episode of Hear Me Out: PSL (not the drink). Claudia de la Cruz cannot, mathematically, win the presidency. But she’s running anyway… because the two-party system doesn’t lend itself to real representation or the public interest. Claudia joins us to make the case for voting socialist, because the parties with all the power aren’t as diff…
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Several months ago, Sarah told her best friend John she’s in love with him—but he doesn’t love her back. Now Sarah can’t get John out of her head, especially because they still talk all the time. How can Sarah move on from John? On this episode of How To!, we bring on Helen Fisher, a biological anthropologist and the author of Anatomy of Love, to h…
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Slate contributing writer and co-host of the podcast Split Zone Duo, Alex Kirshner hosts this week’s Hang Up and Listen. Alex is joined by The Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh and founder of the Power Plays newsletter, Lindsay Gibbs for a discussion of private equity in the NFL and college football. Later, they break down the National Women’s Soccer League a…
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Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/110836544Beatrice speaks with Silky Shah about the harsh immigration and border detention rhetoric on display at both the DNC and RNC this summer, the historical and material links between the rise of the immigration detention system and mass…
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Learn some tips and tools for offering support to family caregivers tending a loved one on hospice. My return guest Gabby Jimenez is a hospice nurse, end-of-life doula, death and dying educator, author and blogger. She is the author/co-author of numerous books, including Dignity Day and The Doula Tool Kit and the host of The Hospice Heart community…
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In this episode, we speak with five respected funeral professionals providing insights into what to do when considering a career in funeral service. They share the importance of gaining hands-on experience, clarifying goals, and dispelling misconceptions. Click here for full show notes.By Tony Russo
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On this episode: Elizabeth, Lucy and Zak offer tips for a kid who’s really, really good at losing library books and incurring the dreaded fees. How can parents help keep track of library books… and, more broadly, do communal school supplies mean we don’t have to worry about labeling anymore? We also check in on what’s happening in the hosts’ lives …
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This week, host Isaac Butler talks to composer and bandleader Darcy James Argue, who fronts the 18-piece big band jazz group Secret Society. In the interview, Darcy talks about the thought processes that go into his compositions, like how his interest in mathematician Alan Turning inspired a track on the group’s most recent album Dynamic Maximum Te…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode Cynthia will be discussing on the topic "Don't Miss Your Number Being Called" Don't let the noise of life drown out the whisper of the Divine. When God speaks, listen with intent, for His call is your guiding light. Missing it means losing the path meant for you. Let's Talk! Support the Show.…
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Candice Lim is joined by internet culture reporter and Embedded writer Kate Lindsay to explain Hannah Neeleman, better known as Ballerina Farm — the Mormon, Julliard-trained dancer who married a JetBlue nepo baby and became one of this year’s most intriguing, yet controversial influencers. They’ll check in on the state of tradwives, trace how Neele…
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Send us a Text Message. Your digital footprints linger well after death. What are the considerations for these perpetual assets to protect them from misuse? Learn in this episode. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/46XQfto In This Episode: 03:00 – Take a Chill Out of Summer with a Boston Cooler 08:03 – Our Digital Afterlife – Preparing Your Digital Legacy …
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Kathy, a counsellor at Forest Holme Hospice, discusses the personal journeys of those who are dying. She explains how different people cope and whether they find hope and joy on their journey, as well as offering insight into how people can feel about hearing commonly used phrases such as ‘being brave’ and ‘fighting cancer’. ....... About Forest Ho…
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In part two of this three-part episode, we sit down with Dr. Mike Lang, the lead facilitator of the two digital storytelling workshops. We also hear from six participants who created digital stories about their experiences accompanying someone on their MAiD journey. These participants were recruited by Bridge C-14, a non-profit organization dedicat…
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In the final part of this three-part episode, hosts Kathy and Keri speak with Krystle Scofield and Maureen Leier, facilitators of the digital story workshops. We also hear from six participants who created digital stories about their experiences accompanying someone on their MAiD journey. These participants were recruited by MAID Family Support Soc…
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Our weekly look at news from around the funeral industry. Marketing Summit Registration How To Transform Your Business with Software Registration Understanding What the Illinois Memorial Fingerprint Suit Means to You Minnesota Cemetery Ban First Black, Woman-Owned Funeral Home in Jefferson Davis Parish Opens Utah Municipal Cemetery Considers Conser…
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In this episode, Samantha Bee (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee and Choice Words with Samantha Bee) joins Prudie (Jenée Desmond-Harris) to answer letters from readers about what to do when your relationship with an older man is compromising your living situation, how to respond when your children’s disagreements are threatening your relationship with…
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Many congressional staffers and workers on Capitol Hill have argued that, regardless of the party in power, the institution hasn’t evolved much on diversity in the workplace. And that means African Americans are frequently underrepresented in high level jobs, and can often be targets of racism and abuse during their work. On today’s episode of A Wo…
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https://reaperclean.com/ Reaper Clean is dedicated to the cleaning and recovery of traumatic incidents within California. It is our duty as death-care professionals to act as a resource for families and local businesses, to support ethical causes that intersect with our work, and to provide a specialized and compassionate service for those in need.…
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Beatrice, Artie and Jules discuss the mask ban passed in Nassau County last week, the latest in a dramatic rise in legislation criminalizing face masks and targeting the Palestine solidarity movement. We look at what happened in the overtly hostile public hearing over the ban, the history of the New York statute that ban proponents want back, and h…
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On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Then: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth debrief with a round of parenting Triumphs & F…
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On this week's episode of Working Overtime, hosts Ronald Young Jr. and June Thomas get into the weeds on in-between time and pivoting from one job to the next. June is at the tail end of the promotional tour of her book, while Ronald is gearing up for a new season of his podcast Weight For It. How do you take the final steps of wrapping up one proj…
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The World Health Organisation has officially declared the spread of mpox as a public health emergency of international concern. Health Check has been following the spread of the disease across the Democratic Republic of Congo and now internationally in recent weeks, and Claudia Hammond is joined by BBC health journalist Philippa Roxby to discuss th…
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This week, Jules sits down with Art Specialist Corey Serrant from Swann Auction Galleries to chat about pieces from their upcoming LGBTQ+ Art, Material Culture & History auction and how they found the art in the first place. From an Ancient Roman bust who was an unlikely companion to famous writers to an invitation to the Weimar Republic’s hottest …
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On this week’s show, Rebecca Onion and Jenny Zhang fill in for Stephen. First, the panel tackles HBO’s Industry. The show is in its third season and has seen a huge increase in viewership. But is it a show worth of the coveted Sunday night timeslot? Then, they explore Alien: Romulus, a new addition to Xenomorph lore, with a controversial cameo. Fin…
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Candice Lim is joined by writer, podcaster and YouTuber Allison Raskin, whose new book I Do (I Think) about Gen-Z and millennial marriages comes out October 15th. On today’s episode, Raskin takes us through her internet diaries which include the Substack app and her favorite internet conspiracy theories. But first, Raskin talks about her good (and …
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Every year, millions of Americans experience a stroke. Though the focus is often on prevention and immediate care, many patients are left with long-term effects for years –or even a lifetime– afterward. On this week’s episode of Well, Now, we dive into new approaches to overcome the cognitive and physical disabilities that often follow a stroke. Dr…
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Sharon disappears after their night together. James goes in search of her, but she isn't home. Instead, he seeks out an old friend, a priest, who happens to be in a bar, enjoying his Wednesday night singing Irish traditionals under the influence of Irish whiskey. James tells him a story as he figures out his next moves. Mentioned in this episode: h…
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From humble beginnings in the death care industry nearly 30 years ago, Troy Kaltenberg's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Starting at Service Corporation International, he cut his teeth in the world of pre-need sales. Fast forward to today, and Troy has built a thriving cremation brand, Grand Rapids Cremation Services, serving thousands of fa…
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Kate’s entire family loves to go on intense, day-long hikes. Kate does not. It’s just one of many differences that makes her feel like a black sheep. But Kate desperately wants to be close to her family—without disregarding her own desires or compromising on parts of her life. On this episode of How To!, Carvell Wallace brings on Dr. Lucy Blake, au…
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On today’s episode of Hear Me Out: sharpen up. Public schooling in this country has had a lot of champions — including some that you might not expect. But did we ever actually agree on what we wanted schools to do for society? Elizabeth Newcamp of Slate’s Care & Feeding joins us to argue for a reappraisal of the whole system… and what it means to e…
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Crystal met Hugh Hefner when she was 21 and he was 81. They spent 10 years together at the Playboy mansion before he died and she became a widow. In this episode she reflects on their marriage, and how she’s changed since. Crystal Hefner’s memoir is called Only Say Good Things: Surviving Playboy and Finding Myself. Podcast production by Zoe Azulay …
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Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin reflect on hosting Slate’s sports podcast, which debuted in July 2009. Retrospective (6:51): How the show attempted to be an antidote to traditional sports talk radio. Old Afterballs (30:55): Josh on a 1934 battle between a scorpion and a spider. Stefan with an update to “Proud to Be an Astro” from Ball Four. New Afterb…
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Subscribe on Patreon and hear this week's full patron-exclusive episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/110415159Beatrice speaks with October Krausch about how the cultural imaginary of covid and covid risk has shifted from some of the earliest interpretations of the pandemic, how social pressure amongst liberals to place trust in institutions …
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Guest presenter and estate planning solicitor, Joshua Auld, discusses the importance of having the correct documentation in place so that your estate is administered as per your directions in the event of your death. A will is the most important document in estate planning, and appointing a substitute decision maker is a very close second. Joshua d…
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Learn how a home funeral guide and an aqua cremation provider collaborate to help families care for a loved one’s body after death. My two guests this week are collaborators who work together to ensure that their clients can access family involved deathcare: Trina Wacasey is an end-of-life doula, home funeral guide and the founder of Creating Honor…
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On this episode: Jamilah, Elizabeth, and Dillon Michael White help a listener whose kid is struggling hard to enjoy the summer break… and complaining about everything in the process. How can this parent nip the negativity in the bud and prevent a bad attitude from ruining everyone’s break? We also check in on what’s happening in the hosts’ lives ri…
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This week, host June Thomas talks to author and poet Judith Barrington about her knack for memoir writing and about a retreat called Flight of the Mind that she ran with her partner for 17 years. In the interview, they discuss what makes good memoir writing, what Flight of the Mind meant to women writers, and how to get the most out of writing retr…
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