Welcome to the final episode of Season 4! As we enter 2025, Andie and Lexie reflect on an incredible season of Bright Lights Beyond and dive into one of life’s most profound questions: how do we embrace life fully while knowing our time is limited?

Welcome back, Beyonders! Part two of our conversation with Scott Janssen is here, and it’s just as enlightening as the first. Scott takes us deeper into the experiences surrounding the end of life, offering new perspectives and practical advice for both healthcare professionals and anyone supporting loved ones during this tender time.

In this episode, Scott shares some powerful stories, including one of a Vietnam veteran whose vivid dream helped him find peace, and a woman who found solace in a dream filled with the loving presence of her lifelong pets. These stories remind us that even in life’s most challenging moments, profound comfort and connection can emerge.

Scott also emphasizes how small, compassionate actions can have a lasting impact, as seen in the ripple effects often revealed in NDE life reviews. These moments, though seemingly ordinary, can transform lives in ways we might never imagine.

As we approach the new year, this episode is a reminder to focus on the small moments that create lasting meaning.

A heartfelt thank you to Scott Janssen for his wisdom and storytelling. For more information on his work, writings, and novel, visit jscottjanssen.com.

Until next time, BLBers!

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on January 10th!

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! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

Welcome back, BLBers! We’re closing out 2024 with an unforgettable story, so buckle up!

This week, Andie and Lexie welcome a special guest, Scott Janssen, a hospice social worker with years of experience supporting patients at the end of life.

Drawing from personal stories, Scott discusses the importance of understanding Near-Death Experiences (NDEs), After-Death Communications (ADCs), and Deathbed Visions (DBVs) and how they are becoming increasingly recognized in the medical field.

Scott discusses how these transformative experiences provide comfort and peace to those nearing the end of their journey. We also explore how the medical industry is slowly waking up to the importance of understanding these experiences to better support patients and families in their final moments.

This episode invites listeners to reflect on life’s greatest mysteries and the profound experiences that sometimes arise at the intersection of life and death. We hope this conversation opens your heart to the possibilities beyond our understanding of existence.

A huge thank you to Scott Janssen for sharing your expertise and perspective. For more information about Scott’s work and advocacy, visit https://www.jscottjanssen.com.

Tune in now for an enlightening and compassionate conversation.

Until next time, Beyonders!

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on January 10th!

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! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

✨ Happy Holidays, BLBers! ✨ We’re back with a special Friday the 13th episode that’s all about reflection, renewal, and a little bit of holiday magic.

In this episode, Leixe and Andie take a look at the incredible story of Laura, whose Christmas Eve near-death experience gave her a glimpse into a realm beyond the physical. Her resulting connection to a higher consciousness will leave you feeling inspired – and maybe questioning what’s truly real. 💫

From the timeless themes of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to the magic of the winter season, this episode blends ghost stories, holiday traditions, and the profound lessons that NDEs can teach us. Is every holiday classic just an NDE in disguise? 🤔 You decide!

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on December 27th!

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! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

Happy Thanksgiving, Bright Lights Beyonders! We’re wrapping up the holiday weekend with an episode that challenges us to consider what truly matters in life.

This week, Andie and Lexie take on Black Friday and connect it to something far more meaningful: how materialism intersects with love, gratitude, and the profound shifts sparked by a Near-Death Experience (NDE).

Today’s guest, Valerie Tate, is an intuitive therapist, marriage and family counselor, and NDE survivor. Valerie shares how her own brush with the beyond transformed her relationship with “enough,” reshaping her views on material possessions and the deeper currencies of life: connection, purpose, and joy.

Valerie’s story challenges us to move beyond mindless consumerism and instead embrace intention and curiosity in all we do—whether shopping, celebrating, or simply being present.

Special thanks to Valerie for her incredible insights! For more on her work, please visit valtate.com (https://valtate.com/).

Until next time, Beyonders!

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on December 13th!

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! ⁠⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

Welcome back, BLBers! Boy, are we THANKFUL to bring you another episode of Bright Lights Beyond!

In this episode, Andie and Lexie sit down with Near-Death Experience royalty, Barbara Whitfield—a groundbreaking researcher, author of over 30 books, and the first woman on the board of directors for IANDS. Barbara not only had her own life-changing Near-Death Experience but also worked alongside legends like Dr. Bruce Greyson, Raymond Moody, and Ken Ring, focusing on the psychology of trauma and transformative human experiences.

Barbara has dedicated her life to helping others heal and thrive, whether through her research, her late husband Dr. Charles Whitfield's collaborations, or her work with those facing trauma. She’s a force to be reckoned with and a voice you won’t want to miss.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, let this episode inspire gratitude and reflection. Don’t get the short end of the (wish)bone—tune in and Happy Thanksgiving!

Special thanks to Barbara Whitfield for sharing her incredible story and wisdom! Visit her website at ⁠barbara-whitfield.com⁠ to learn more about her work.

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on November 29th!

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! ⁠⁠⁠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 the Beyond, BLBers! It's finally here—Season 4, and this time, we’re taking it back to our roots...

In this episode, Lexie and Andie usher us into the great beyond with a bang—or should I say boo. Not only do they dive into the origins of everyone’s favorite pumpkin-themed holiday, but they also explore the delicate balance between the living and the dead.

From Samhain to Halloween to Día de Los Muertos, the end of harvest and the welcoming of winter might not be the only things coming around this time of year.

Halloween might be over, but spooky season is year-round. Welcome back, Beyonders!

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on November 15th!

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! ⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

Bienvenue, Bright Light Beyonders, to our season 3 finale! Mama, we made it! Tag along as we traverse memory lane, two times over!

In this episode, Lexie and Andie explore the concept of Déjà vu, the phenomenon that's so nice it happens twice! From 19th-century French parapsychologists to Keanu Reeves and a glitch in the matrix, this episode is filled with interesting facts and thought-provoking ideas about the very common and often unexpected feeling of familiar recall.

Whether it's our subconscious mind at work, a misfire of neurons in our temporal lobe, or maybe a memory from one of our prior incarnations - Déjà vu is something science, scholars, and spiritual gurus have been pondering since before Beyoncé dropped it on B'day!

Finally, in true denouement style, we end with a recap of all our favorite moments from this season. In the words of The Police's song Synchronicity I, "A connecting principle, linked to the invisible, almost imperceptible, something inexpressible, science insusceptible, logic so inflexible, causally connectible, nothing is invincible".

Thank you for watching and keep your eyes open to the possibilities of synchronicities all around you!

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*A special thanks and congratulations to Andie on an amazing first season! Welcome to the cool podcasters club!

Linked below is the Trinity GAP Rescue page/Facebook for information about Clara and her adoption:

Thank you again to everyone who listened and has been supporting this podcast from day 1!

Linked below are Lexie's production company and documentary pages:

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Be sure to follow us for any updates about the podcast while we're on hiatus!

Again, thank you so much for listening and supporting us! It's been a privilege to learn with all of you!

ALSO: we are looking for anyone who is willing to talk about an NDE, has experienced a major synchronicity, has experience with manifestation, meditation, is a healer, a spiritual shaman, or anyone who considers themselves a light worker! Reach out via our website! (We have a CONTACT US PAGE)

Music: Slow-Mo Dream Rob Kelly & Duncan Pittock/ Microcosm - Tom Quick

Welcome back, Bright Lights Beyonders, to the realm of dreams (and nightmares) for episode 5! Enter our dreamscape and come along as we discuss all things dreams and meaning!

In this episode, Andie and Lexie are joined by dream interpreter and spiritual growth coach, Pamela Cummins. Listen and learn with us as we explore our dreams and what they *might* mean.

Through the lens of emotion, feeling, and introspection, we can learn how to interpret our own dreams and make sense of what they mean for us in our waking lives. Remember, dreams are there to teach us about ourselves. However, they're spoken in our nighttime language, so why not try to learn it in our daytime one!

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*A special thanks to Pamela for joining us for the podcast, here is a link to her website where you can find all the information you need! Please consider following her on her socials and supporting her magnificent work*

⁠https://pamelacummins.com/⁠

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 April 5th! 

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 has experienced a major synchronicity, has experience with manifestation, meditation, is a healer, a spiritual shaman, or anyone who considers themselves a light worker! ⁠⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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

Welcome to Episode Four of Season Three, Bright Lights Beyonders! Follow us on a voyage through runes and rituals to find the synchronicities we seek!

In this episode, Lexie and Andie take a brief but deep (ish) dive into the origins of runes and the cultures that made them popular. With help from the Norse God Odin and a heavy emphasis on rituals like divination and runology, see how the intentions we set can inspire our reality.

Not only is there talk of the Tree of Worlds and how brushing your teeth is a sacred practice, but there is hope in exploring everyday actions and how they are magical. Remember to STOP and smell the roses (or see the synchronicities) all around you. Casting runes isn't the only way to get answers... or is it?

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We will be releasing episodes every other Friday so look out for our next one on March 22nd! 

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 has experienced a major synchronicity, has experience with manifestation, meditation, is a healer, a spiritual shaman, dream interpreter, or anyone who considers themselves a light worker! ⁠⁠⁠REACH OUT⁠⁠⁠ via our website! (we have a CONTACT US PAGE)

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