In this episode of the No Fixed Agenda podcast, hosts Jeff Stoner and Omar Hernandez discuss the role of death doulas with guest Selena Jong. They explore how death doulas assist in end-of-life planning, provide emotional and spiritual support, and help navigate the logistical aspects of death. Through Selena's personal experiences and professional insights, the conversation aims to demystify and normalize discussions about death. The episode also touches on the significance of having a death plan and the educational value of death cafes, where people can openly talk about death and dying.

00:00 Introduction to No Fixed Agenda Podcast

00:32 Discussing Death Doulas with Selena Jong

01:24 The Role and History of Death Doulas

04:18 Personal Experiences and Insights

07:15 Understanding the Importance of Planning

18:55 Death Cafe and Open Conversations

21:42 The Retirement Conversation

22:35 The Role of a Death Doula

23:24 Creating a Death Binder

24:43 Personal Experiences with Death

26:26 The Importance of Planning

28:59 A Journey into Death Work

35:10 The Impact of Death on Grieving

39:57 Final Thoughts and Resources