Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond...THE GRAVE! Season 2 is in full swing, join Marina and Lexie as they tackle questions and concepts about death, dying, and the afterlife!

In this episode, Marina and Lexie talk bodies; warm and cold! Through our NDE's studies we've found some possibility of where our souls might go when we die but what happens to our physical bodies? It's a little more "cut and dry" ... or is it? 

Throughout all of history the ritual of death has been practiced and perfected over and over again. It's important to not only the person who's died but also the people who loved that person. In looking at Egyptian, Tibetan, Mexican, Malagasy, Nordic, and even modern American cultural funeral processions and rituals we can get a better sense of how universal death, dying, and remembrance is!

Whether through mummification or viking burials, how does the way we send off our dead make a difference in them getting to the afterlife?

And, how does the process of remembering our lost loved ones bridge the gap between life and death like in the practices of Día de los Muertos or Famadihana?

We hope this episode helps you remember that losing someone doesn't mean you've lost them forever, it's a part of life. Remembering them and looking forward to meeting them again is something that is shared throughout the world and in almost ever culture! Come along and learn as we go over some of our favorite practices... you might be making some *asterisks* to your funeral arrangements! 

We welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on March 17th!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE or any other "death" or other worldly/spiritual experiences as well as any type of spirit guide, death doula, ghost encounters, or anything paranormal in the realm of the after life or life beyond our own! REACH OUT via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond...THE GRAVE! Season 2 is finally here! Join Marina and Lexie as they tackle a whole new season of the Great Beyond. 

In this episode, Marina and Lexie welcome you back to the great beyond! With the announcement of a brand new season and a whole new angle, our podcast co-hosts are ready to tackle not only NDE's but also the concept of death. 

Coined in the mid-1970's Shared Death Experiences, SDE for short, are a concept that allows those who've experienced it to really feel, see, and encounter what is it like to die. Watching someone's soul leave their body or feel the icy breath of death can only be explained as one of the most unique phenomena that exist today. 

How do people continue living once seeing death? What can death teach us about life? It's questions like these that this episode, season, and podcast aim to answer (or at least attempt)! Come along this season as we chart perviously uncharted water of life after death... life beyond the beyond! 

We welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on March 3rd!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE or any other "death" or other worldly/spiritual experiences as well as any type of spirit guide, death doula, ghost encounters, or anything paranormal in the realm of the after life or life beyond our own! REACH OUT via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Welcome to the FINAL Bright Lights Beyond episode of season 1, episode 6! Having learned all we can this season about NDE's it's time to look some of the science behind the phenomena... or the lack thereof! 

In this season finale, Lexie and Marina bravely venture into the scientific side of near death. Looking at not only the fringe science involved but also at the possibility that somethings can't be explained away with even the most basic of scientific methods. 

It seems to be that science itself doesn't quite have the answers all figured out but one thing that might make all the difference is our conscience. It's theorized that our consciences are able to live outside of our physical bodies, could that be part of the science we're seeking? With the ever changing world of medicine, science, and technology; it could be just a matter of time before we find out! 

Beyond our talk of science, this episode also serves as a recap and review of our first season, podcast, and near death "hunting"; leaving our listeners with some bread crumbs to find us and our other projects! (don't worry, I've added hyperlinks!) 

A special thanks to you, our loyal Bright Light Beyonders, for listening and learning with us! It wouldn't have been possible without you and all your love and support so thank you! We can't wait to see what the future holds for us... see you in season 2!

so for the last time for this season : 

AS ALWAYS - We welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! 

ALSO - Even though we've wrapped on season 1, season 2 is right around the coroner... get it? Which means we're still are looking for people who are willing and want to talk about an NDE they've had! We would love to have you as a guest & no worries we have a recorded line to call in! OH and Zoom!

ALSO (again) if you have any suggestions of different NDE type stuff you'd like us to talk about! REACH OUT via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE) 

LASTLY - Here is our personal websites and instagrams were you can find all things Lexie and Marina! Follow our future endeavors and creative projects! If you like BLB I'm sure you'll find some of our other content enjoyable! 

Thank you again for a great season and an even greater sense of community! REMEMBER to LIVE LIFE BEYOND! 

Lexie's Website : https://lexiegarrett0216.wixsite.com/my-site     

Lexie's Instagram : @lexieg16

Marina's Website : https://marinadonahue.com

Marina's Instagram : @marinaaahart

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond! We've made it to episode 5, it's a marathon not a sprint, and it's time to get into the not so bright side of near death! 

In this solo episode, Lexie gets into the darker side of near death experiences with talk about distressing NDE's. Although less reported than regular near death experiences, distressing near death experiences happen and can be life altering. Looking at the three types of distressing NDE's: inverse, void, and hellish we will get a sense of what it looks like to go to a different kind of beyond. 

This episode talks about some darker topics and some harsher themes so if you spook easily you might want to listen with the lights on! Lexie shares some distressing NDE's stories while getting into why it's so important to talk about these experiences. We can learn so much from each one, even though it's a little harder to see the silvering lining! 

Talk of distressing NDE's, the balance between life and death, and the greatest show ever THE SOPRANOS - this episode is one for the books! It's all leading up to our final episode of the season, episode 6, so you don't want to miss it! 

AS ALWAYS - we welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on Dec. 30th!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE they've had! We would love to have you as a guest & no worries we have a recorded line to call in! OH and Zoom!

ALSO (again) if you have any suggestions of different NDE type stuff you'd like us to talk about! REACH OUT via our website! (we have CONTACT US PAGE)

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

*VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED* 

Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond! Now that we've gotten well acquitted with NDE's and some of the lore surrounding them it's about time we look at the more paranormal aspects of them!

In this solo episode, Lexie dives into the parapsychology of NDE's and the psychic connections that their experiences leave on their survivors. Along with the more paranormal aspect in episode we are also lucky to get to hear from our second guest, Santiago Facundo! Santiago gets into his NDE/OBE experience and the lessons he learned from it. Far from a stranger to NDE's Santiago has had several NDE's begging the question...is there a psychic bond between those who have NDE's and the meta-physical world? 

Despite not being a requirement of NDE's, there is quite a few statics that brings parapsychological connections into play after experiencing near death. Learn about what that means for the survivors and the people they connect after their NDE's. Connection is key in this episode so look out for all the connections and redlines that can be drawn from these stories! 

AS ALWAYS - we welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on Dec. 16th!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE they've had! We would love to have you as a guest & no worries we have a recorded line to call in! OH and Zoom! 

ALSO (again) if you have any suggestions of different NDE type stuff you'd like us to talk about! REACH OUT via our website! (we have CONTACT US PAGE)

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

*a special thanks to Santiago Facundo*

Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond! Now that we've learned about what an NDE is and the networks that connect them it's time to head to the great beyond. 

In this episode, Marina and Lexie discuss the question(s) that you might be asked in the great beyond and they encounter their very first GUEST! Between pondering the biggest question facing those who have NDE's and listening to their guest, this episode is sure to have you thinking about some questions yourself. 

Although not always present in NDE's, the question on whether to go back to earth or to pass onto the great beyond is present in some cases. Sometimes NDE survivors don't even get asked that question, they are just sent back to earth. We will take a look at what those questions looks like and how you'd answer it. We also get to get hear from a real life NDE survivor! Through their story we get a little light shed on some of these questions and the GREAT BEYOND! 

AS ALWAYS - we welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on Dec. 2nd!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE they've had! We would love to have you as a guest & no worries we have a recorded line to call in! ALSO (again) if you have any suggestions of different NDE type stuff you'd like us to talk about! REACH OUT via our website! (we have CONTACT US PAGE)

REMEMBER we'd like to open up to anyone willing to be a sponsor for the show! Have a local business, etsy shop, company, book or tv show to promote! REACH OUT via the website! We'd love to have you as a sponsor... more details to come (if you reach out)!

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Welcome back to Bright Lights Beyond! Now that we've discussed what an NDE is - let's learn how these experiences connect the people who've had them! 

In this episode Marina and Lexie talk about the Near Death Experience networks and societies that seek to offer support for those who have had an NDE. We take a look at social media, the International Association of Near Death Studies (IANDS), and real life support groups that specialize in life after an NDE. We invite you to listen and get involved in these networks (only if you like) and ENJOY Bright Lights Beyond! 

AS ALWAYS - we welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on Nov. 18th!

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing and wants to talk about an NDE they've had! We would love to have you as a guest & no worries we have a recorded line to call in! ALSO (again) if you have any suggestions of different NDE type stuff you'd like us to talk about! REACH OUT via our website! (we have CONTACT US PAGE)

REMEMBER we'd like to open up to anyone willing to be a sponsor for the show! Have a local business, etsy shop, company, book or tv show to promote! REACH OUT via the website! We'd love to have you as a sponsor... more details to come (if you reach out)!

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Hi Y'all! It's here! Our first official episode! We invite you to take a listen! 

Welcome to our podcast! In this episode we give a little background about who we are and why we wanted to start this podcast. We get into just a little taste of what you'll hear over the next several weeks. Along with identifying the nuances of an NDE and the 5 stages of one. 

We also welcome you to follow our Instagram @brightlightsbeyond and get aquatinted with our website https://brightlightsbeyondthepodcast.squarespace.com for all new content from us! We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on Nov. 4th! 

Again thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been such a privileged to get to learn with y'all! 

(p.s. this was our first time recording one so excuse the "umms and likes" and any audio problems...we are working to make it amazing) 

ALSO we'd like to open up to anyone willing to be a sponsor for the show! Have a local business, etsy shop, company, book or tv show to promote! REACH OUT via the website! We'd love to have you as a sponsor... more details to come (if you reach out)!

music: slow-mo dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ microcosm - Tom Quick

Meet Marina! NDE Testimonials are one of the most profound and interesting parts of the experience. Listen to a little bit of Stefan H. story and what's to come this fall on Bright Lights Beyond The Podcast.

music: spirit queen mix by Sarah Ozelle

co-host: Lexie Garrett, Marina Hart Donahue

Welcome one and all to the Bright Lights Beyond The Podcast teaser trailer. We'd love for you all to follow our journey and learn about what makes near death experiences so fascinating. Bright Lights Beyond The Podcast, coming this fall! 

music: spirit queen mix by Sarah Ozelle

Co-host: Lexie Garrett, Marina Hart Donahue