Best John Lister Podcasts (2024)

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163 - Conversation with a dying man | Philip & Elena Lister 50:54

8h ago50:54

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Speaking with a dying man was one of the most profound conversations I've ever had. In this deeply moving episode of DEAD Talks Podcast, I sit down with Philip Lister and his wife, Elena Lister.. Recorded just weeks before Philip's passing, we explore the emotional journey of knowing his time was running out. This conversation, one of the most impo…

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162 - She died and came back with the purpose of Life | Amber Cavanaugh 51:35

4d ago51:35

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She 'died' and chose to come back after having a massive stroke, when she closed her eyes and opened them on the other side. Amber Cavanagh returns to DEAD Talks Podcas to share the lessons she learned from the other side and the afterlife and what she learned from her Spirit Guides. She explains her three spirit guides, their names and reason for …

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161 - Inside the mind of serial killer John Wayne Gacy | Karen Conti 48:13

11d ago48:13

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Karen Conti represented John Wayne Gacy, one of the most notorious American serial killers, on death row and is one of Chicago’s most prominent lawyers and legal analysts. Thirty years after Gacy’s execution, Conti looks back through the eyes of a seasoned professional on the legal and media circus that ensued—and her countless hours of detailed co…

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160 - Demystifying Death To Live More Fully | Hospice Nurse Julie 48:14

19d ago48:14

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Join us for an insightful episode featuring Hospice Nurse Julie McFadden, who has appeared on this show for the fourth time. In this engaging discussion, Julie shares highlights and emotional moments from her new book 'Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully.' The conversation delves into the deathbed phenomena, the importance of dis…

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159 - NYC Death Investigations | Barbara Butcher 52:08

26d ago52:08

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As a medicolegal death investigator in New York City, Barbara Butcher, investigated more than 5500 death scenes and 680 homicides. She's been seen on Netflix's Homicide New York. Her prior roles included Medicolegal Investigator, Deputy Director of Investigations, and Director of Forensic Investigations, where her responsibilities included death in…

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158- She died and came back fully healed | Rosemary Ringer 1:08:26

1M ago1:08:26

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Rosemary Ringer died and came back in her near-death experience. After she lost her husband traumatically her heath started declining. She was diagnosed with cancer and miraculously came back fully healed with no explanation from the doctors. In this episode we discuss the details of her near death experience, what she saw, the meaning of her NDE a…

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157 - Relationship Grief and Growth | Luci Lampe 35:13

1M ago35:13

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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Luci Lampe as she opens up about her deeply personal grief journey through the end of her 17-year marriage. Luci courageously shares the raw, unfiltered reality of coping with divorce, offering a powerful narrative on the physical and mental challenges she faced. For more on our guest Luci Lampe: https://…

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156 - One Fatal Mistake Took His Life | Dr. Brian Hoeflinger & Kevin Hoeflinger 54:57

2M ago54:57

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His one fatal mistake took his life when he was drinking and driving. Dr. Hoeflinger lost his son to a drinking and driving incident. He is joined by his son Kevin as we dive into the familial dynamic of grief and loss. We learn how a father grieves, how a brother grieves and the relationship between a father, son and family in the midst of profoun…

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155 - Navigating Grief: How Men Can Handle Emotions | Miles Wood 54:06

2M ago54:06

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We follow the poignant and uproarious journey of Miles Wood, a man grappling with the profound loss of his mother to ovarian cancer. Through his candid narration, Miles shares the intimate moments of caring for her until her last breath, lamenting the unsaid words and longing for one more chance to express his love. Alongside his grief, Miles revea…

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154 - Estate Planning Before You Die: Wills, Trusts & Probate | Kern Singh 32:15

2M ago32:15

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The importance of estate planning before you die is something a lot of people should consider as it relates to our death and leaving our assets securely behind for our loved ones. We discussed the Probate process when someone dies without a will or a trust, the importance of a will vs a trust and organizing your assets before you die so the loved o…

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153 - Lyon Forever: How to live and die | Barbie Herron Conkling 51:36

2M ago51:36

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Barbie Herron Conkling has been deeply engulfed in death throughout her life including her inspirational son, Lyon Herron, who died from a 27 year battle with cancer. He embodied this "live life to the fullest" mentality from an early age after being born with a rare genetic mutation called Gardner's Syndrome. Barbie shares incredibly inspiring sto…

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152 - How do you deal with Child Loss? | Shekinah Eliassen 42:11

3M ago42:11

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How do you deal with child loss? Her first son, Lars, died in 2012 as an infant due to a severe brain condition. Shekinah Eliassen, CEO of George Mark Children’s House, a San Leandro, CA-based pediatric palliative care home, is committed to providing children and families with the same comprehensive and compassionate care that she received, and to …

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151 - A Father's Journey Through Profound Loss | Colin Campbell 50:15

3M ago50:15

50:15

A Father's Journey Through Profound Loss with author Colin Campbell who lost both his children, Ruby & Hart, to a drunk driver that crashed into their family car. He's the author of "Finding The Words" which is a powerful account of one father's journey through unimaginable grief offering readers a new vision for how to more actively and fully mour…

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150 - Life Isn't Always Happy But Humor Can Help | Nora McInerny 1:09:34

3M ago1:09:34

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Nora McInerny, author, a speaker, and the host of Terrible, Thanks for Asking, a podcast that lets people be honest about the hard things in life. She is also a remarried widow raising a beautiful blended family with her current, very much alive husband. She's experienced a heavy amount of grief and loss in a second miscarriage, father and husband …

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149 - Hollywood, Mental Health, Grief and Addiction | David Dastmalchian 33:34

3M ago33:34

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David Dastmalchian is an actor as seen in Oppenheimer, The Dark Knight, Ant-Man, CW's The Flash, The Suicide Squad and in his newest film Late Night With The Devil. David joined DEAD Talks to discuss his experience with grief, loss, addiction and his struggles with mental health. @dastmalchian on Instagram DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages dea…

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Kinder Scout: A hill that’s not about the summit - Interview with writer Andrew Terrill 1:03:28

3M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

“I love to imagine I’m back home on the hill that started it all for me, even though it’s worlds apart.” In this interview we listen to Andrew Terrill’s memories of walking, running and bivvying on Kinder Scout and why these experiences have had such a powerful and lasting impact in his life. He says that being in nature gave him the confidence to …

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148 - Practical steps to get through Grief & Loss | Claire Bidwell Smith 42:36

4M ago42:36

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Recognized as one of today’s foremost experts on grief, Claire Bidwell Smith is a licensed therapist, international speaker, and the author of five books published in 22 countries. Led by her own experience in grief and fueled by her work in hospice and private practice, Claire strives to provide support for all kinds of people experiencing all kin…

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147 - Speaking with a real psychic medium | Malaurie 1:00:06

4M ago1:00:06

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Malaurie is a grounded, authentic, and caring psychic + medium who explains that she came from a long line of psychics and witches. As she describes it, "I try to keep it real and simple. No gimmicks, no pretenses, no bullshit. I’m not a crystal ball, but I can enter into a conversation with your guides and ancestors and see what they have to say. …

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146 - A Positive Outlook On Death After Losing His Parents | GaTa 34:55

4M ago34:55

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GaTa is an American rapper and actor best known for his role in the hit FXX TV series Dave, as well as for being the hype man for rapper Lil Dicky throughout his career as well as on the show. GaTa is an artist and actor who joined DEAD Talks to talk about how he never got to know both his parent's who died when he was just 18 months old. He is the…

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145 - Grief and Death Specialist | David Kessler 48:37

4M ago48:37

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David Kessler is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief and loss. His experience with thousands of people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a happy and fulfilled life, even afterlife’s tragedies. He is the author of six books, including the new bestselling book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. He co…

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144 - A comedian in grief | Vinny Fasline 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

1:06:15

Vinny Fasline joins the show to chat about the loss of his father, his comedy career, and how it all intertwines. His father had SPS and died of lung cancer. What does it mean for a man to lose his father? How do you navigate grief? In this podcast episode, we hear from two guys in the Dead Dad Club. Vinny Fasline is a stand-up comedian and podcast…

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143 - Iowa Tornado Took Her Family | Kuri Bolger 32:34

5M ago32:34

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Kuri Bolger lost her mom, husband and two kids in the Winterset tornado that destroyed her parents’ Iowa home. The family tried to take shelter in time, and unfortunately, the storm was too strong. Bolger and her surviving son, 9-year-old Brysen, still live on today to tell the story, and Kuri's strength through her incredible grief and loss was a …

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Entering a different realm on the gnarly ground of Kinder Scout - Interview with musician Bella Hardy 56:53

5M ago56:53

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What does it smell like when you're sitting up on Kinder Scout Plateau? ‘Patron of the Bog’ Bella Hardy describes it as sweet and earthy. During this episode she shares memories of growing up in Edale, ‘beating the bounds’ with the local community, stories about sleeping dragons and giants from her childhood, and reflects on what makes her wild abo…

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142 - Near-Death Experience Expert | Dr. Jeffrey Long 47:10

5M ago47:10

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Dr. Jeffrey Long is an American author and researcher into the phenomenon of near-death experiences. A physician by training, Long practices radiation oncology at a hospital in Kentucky. Dr. Long has studied ad investigated thousands of near-death experiences and in this episode of DEAD Talks we seek to discuss if near-death experiences are real. H…

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141 - Navigating the complexities of trauma | Ryan Soave 46:17

5M ago46:17

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Ryan Soave is a distinguished Licensed Mental Health Counselor with an impressive 14-year tenure in mental health. His unwavering commitment to healing and transformation has made him a beacon of hope for those navigating the complexities of trauma, grief, and addiction. Currently serving as the Chief Clinical Officer of Guardian Recovery Network, …

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140 - Gambino Mafia Underboss & Hitman "Sammy The Bull" | Salvatore Gravano 52:39

5M ago52:39

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Known by most as “Sammy The Bull” was the underboss of the most powerful organized crime family in American History. After a total of 23 years in the mob, he decided to cooperate, formally agreeing to testify on November 13th, 1991. Sammy The Bull confessed his involvement in 19 different murders and in this episode he shares story after story of h…

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139 - His near-death experience at 14 years old | Philip Siracusa 38:25

6M ago38:25

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In this Near-Death Experience episode (NDE), Philip Siracusa died while at the dentist when he was 14 years old in 1981. During his near-death experience (NDE) he said he met a young girl while traveling in a beautiful garden and met his deceased grandparents. Philip hosts The Horsefly Chronicles Radio show on 105.3 and 107.7 Fm Radio Broadcasting …

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138 - Deteriorating mental heath with Grief | Meghan Riordan Jarvis 54:02

6M ago54:02

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Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LICSW, is a clinical psychotherapist, author, podcast host, TEDx speaker, and sought-after consultant with over twenty years of experience in trauma, grief, and loss. In this episode she shares with her experience of deteriorating mental health after her father's and mother's deaths in short succession and eventually rece…

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137 - Solving her father’s murder | Madison McGhee 57:06

6M ago57:06

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Madison McGhee is investigating her own father's unsolved murder. She's a producer, filmmaker, director, and podcast host. She is best known for creating and hosting the hit investigative podcast, Ice Cold Case, her debut podcast. Madison shares intimate details on her investigation, if she's close to finding her father's murderer, and the all-enco…

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136 - The Grenfell Tower Fire | AJ Tracey 39:22

6M ago39:22

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British rapper AJ Tracey joins DEAD Talks to chat about his relationship with grief in his life, specifically with the Grenfell Tower Fire that took place in London in 2017. With more than 70 people died and many more injured, this fire in North Kensington shook London. This story of evolving collective grief, justice for the families and man-to-ma…

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135 - 16 years old ”dies” from cardiac arrest and has a near-death experience | Mark Patterson 41:37

7M ago41:37

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Mark Patterson had a near-death experience when he was 16 after excessively drinking at a party and went into cardiac arrest. Upon "crossing over" into the light, as he explains it, he was greeted by his Grandfather, who passed when he was a kid. He continues to share his story of how he was given a new soul during his near-death experience. This i…

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Kinder Scout: the true understanding of sublime - Interview with writer Paul Besley and his dog Scout 57:28

7M ago57:28

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Kinder Scout is Paul’s favourite place. In this interview he describes why it’s special to him and why he thinks it’s loved by others. He poses the question: “How can something that has taken lives and can be so threatening and violent be beautiful?” Paul shares timeless stories and reflections that will both capture and hold your attention. If you…

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134 - A Tale Of Two Griefs: Father and Fiancé | Danielle LaRock 1:03:48

7M ago1:03:48

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Danielle LaRock, the host of the hit podcast National Park After Dark, lost her father at 19 and then her fiancé in 2022 - both unexpectedly. She shares how she went down a dark path prior to learning about herself, her grief and what it takes to continue life without the love of her life. When she's not here talking about her grief she hosts Natio…

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133 - What’s your purpose? | Ariya Lorenz 55:31

7M ago55:31

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Ariya's mission is to help people connect to their "higher self". We spoke about specific deaths in her life including her having to grieve the loss of her mother and how it's lead to her helping and healing people. She is a Master Healer, Metaphysical Teacher, Medium, & Meditation Guide with the mission to help you connect with your Higher Self so…

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132 - After Death | Stephen Grey 43:04

7M ago43:04

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Stephen Gray is a filmmaker and director for the feature documentary for Amazon Studios and his latest documentary, “After Death”. This film explores one of life's biggest mysteries - "What happens when we die?" with New York Times bestselling authors, doctors, scientists, and survivors. Stephen’s work also includes award-winning short films and co…

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131 - Self-Taught Grief | Dr. Bobby Price 40:48

7M ago40:48

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Dr. Bobby Price is a certified plant-based nutritionist, exercise physiologist, and Doctor of Pharmacy. On this episode of DEAD Talks, he shares a more personal look into his youth and how his childhood trauma, including grief and loss, shaped who he is today. And, with that, the steps and processes of how he found healing through reflecting on wha…

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130 - Untangle Your Grief | Emily 36:51

8M ago36:51

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A few years ago, Emily lost her grandpa. Although surrounded by loving friends and family, grief still left her lonely and overwhelmed. She helped her mum wade through confusing and complex admin. Plus, long waiting lists made bereavement support hard to access. She knew there must be a better way. Emily launched Untangle in 2020 to help people nav…

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129 - 90 Minutes in Heaven | Don Piper 42:14

8M ago42:14

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On January 18, 1989, Don Piper was on his way home from a conference in Texas when a semi-trailer truck struck his Ford Escort while crossing a bridge. A true story of death and life where he was pronounced dead at the scene, and for the next 90 minutes Don had a near-death experience where he tells us where he went and what he experienced. Don Pip…

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128 - Free Solo Climber | Alexis Landot 38:31

8M ago38:31

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He climbs skyscrapers without any harnesses or safety equipment. In this episode of DEAD Talks, we chat with French climber and stuntman Alexis Landot. Alexis has climbed a number of Skyscrapers including La Défense, the Montparnasse Tower and The Mercuriales Tower in Paris. We talk about his death anxiety, facing death, and rationalizing our fears…

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127 - How to heal what you feel | Ashley LeMieux 34:58

8M ago34:58

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In this episode of DEAD Talks we chat with Ashley LeMieux who lost a child, and is a Grief and Bereavement expert with a master's Degree in Science. Ashley and Dave talk about the importance of acknowledging and experiencing our emotions. We must let our guard down and truly feel our feelings without attaching them to specific problems. Ashley shar…

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126 - Grief Happened at 16 Years Old | Whitney Hanson 23:43

9M ago23:43

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This episode is a reminder that loss can happen at any time and is a great insight for parents dealing with a grieving child or anyone who lost someone when they were young. Author and poet Whitney Hanson, shares her story of losing her best friend at 16. Whitney lets us in with her storytelling of how, as a young girl, she processed Grief, how she…

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125 - Learning From Thousands Of Deaths | J.S Park 40:02

9M ago40:02

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J.S Park is an ex-atheist Korean American who has counseled thousands of dying patients as a hospital chaplain, offering grief support to families. He attends every death at a 1,000+ bed level 1 trauma center and offers guidance for the patients and families. It was such a fascinating conversation learning from a man who has witnessed a lot of grie…

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124 - Connecting People Through Grief | The New Normal 48:39

9M ago48:39

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The New Normal Charity connects people through grief and is changing how we discuss our grief, mental health, and well-being in open and honest spaces. Founder Benjamin May, joins DEAD Talks to share his journey around grief and his mental health as a man coping with trauma, which led him to start a charity offering a free alternative to profession…

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A mooch about Kinder Scout - Interview with Director of Creative Arts Wayne Fallon 51:07

9M ago51:07

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Kinder Scout has a special place in Wayne’s psyche. When he was a child, his father would drive regularly along the snake pass. Due to unreliable automotive mechanics they often had to take pit stops along the pass. At the time he was reading passages of Lord of the Rings to Wayne and images of the misty Snake Wood and views of Fairbrook Naze made …

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123 - Living a 100 Years with Uncle Jack 28:54

9M ago28:54

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Born in 1923, Uncle Jack's remarkable 100-year journey has seen him evolve from a boy with a "backyard zoo" through his heroism as a World War II Army Veteran and into the limelight as a Mega Influencer. With over 2 Million followers and growing, Uncle Jack has captured hearts worldwide with his infectious joy, insightful wisdom, and zest for life.…

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122 - Living by Paradox: Embracing Grief and Inspiration with Sah D’Simone 56:50

10M ago56:50

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This episode of the DEAD Talks podcast delves into the societal discomfort and avoidance surrounding death and grief. Sah D'Simone talks about how our society does not know how to talk about or address these topics, which creates difficulties for individuals when they experience loss. This episode highlight the logistical challenges that accompany …

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121 - Losing her Father and Finding Perspective| Gabby Reece 45:08

10M ago45:08

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Gabby Reece is a former professional beach volleyball player and inspirational health and fitness leader, podcast host, corporate speaker, New York Times bestselling author, wife, and mother. She joins the podcast to share the heartbreaking and inspiring story of how she lost her father when she was 5-years old in a fafa plane crash. Gabby discusse…

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120 - Inside the minds of being a Hospice Nurse | Nurse Julie & Nurse Penny 52:18

10M ago52:18

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Hospice Nurses Julie and Penny, teach about Death, Dying, and Hospice. This episode aims to discuss death in a way that reduces the fear of death and dying. Hospice Nurse Julie and Hospice Nurse Penny educate and entertain with a heavy emphasis on "entertain". They make this conversation fun and interesting and offer insights into what it's like be…

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119 - Bryan Callen on DEAD Talks | Bryan Callen 41:45

10M ago41:45

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Bryan Callen is an American actor, comedian, and podcaster. In addition to co-hosting The Fighter & The Kid, Callen is known for being a regular guest on other popular podcasts like the Joe Rogan Experience and Fight Companion. In this episode of DEAD Talks Podcast Bryan Callen talks about how he thinks a lot about spirituality and what it takes to…

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118 - Death Is A Catalyst | Blake Kasemeier 29:50

10M ago29:50

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In 2018, Blake experienced the heartbreaking loss of his mother due to a short yet intense battle with lung cancer. This event motivated him to embark on a personal journey of reflection, creating a profound nine-part podcast series titled "Good Grief." Blake eloquently captures this series's intricate emotional landscape of dealing with loss. Rema…

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