The holidays can be tender, complicated, and unexpectedly raw when grief is present. In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Deerheart sits down with grief companion and spiritual mentor Crystal Potter to explore how love and loss intertwine during the holiday season. Together they offer gentle practices, meaningful rituals, boundary-setting wisdom, and compassionate ways to honor those who are no longer physically with us.
This episode is an invitation to breathe deeper, slow down, and remember that grief is not something to “get over”—it’s something we learn to walk with. Whether your heart feels heavy, hopeful, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers comfort, clarity, and community.

In this deeply human episode of Death Demystified, Dr. Andrea Deerheart welcomes Becky Lomaka, grief educator and Director of Community and Grief Resources at O’Connor Mortuary. Together, they explore how modern deathcare can be infused with compassion, choice, and heart — helping families move through loss with dignity and grace. Becky shares how O’Connor’s unique approach blends education, ritual, and community care to honor both the dying and the living. They discuss the realities of what happens after a death, the sacred nature of ceremony, and the importance of preparing your wishes while you live.
✨ An episode for anyone who longs to understand deathcare as love in action — where every goodbye becomes a blessing.

In this episode, Dr. Deerheart sits down with the luminous Fiona “Fi” Hancock—multi-sensory medium, healer, and founder of Earthmonk. Together, they explore how Spirit walks with us through life, death, and everything in between. With warmth, wit, and wisdom, this conversation reminds us that death isn’t an ending but part of a much greater journey of connection, healing, and love.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Deerheart sits down with Joél Simone Maldonado, affectionately known as The Grave Woman, to explore how race, culture, and ritual shape the way we experience death and dying. Together, they unmask the hidden biases and barriers in deathcare, while highlighting the sacred traditions that bring healing, belonging, and dignity to every community. This episode challenges us to see death through a more compassionate and culturally competent lens—one that honors diversity, affirms identity, and transforms how we walk beside the dying and their loved ones.

Today, I’m flying solo to share deeply from my own heart and experience as an end-of-life doula, educator, yogi, and companion at the threshold. Together, let’s soften the fear, lift the veil, and allow grace to guide us toward a more sacred, peaceful death. In my work, I’ve sat beside hundreds of people as they’ve taken their final breaths. I’ve held hands, wiped tears, laughed, prayed, and simply been present. These sacred experiences have gifted me lessons that I carry every day—lessons not only about dying, but about truly living. Today, I want to share those with you."

In this deeply moving episode of Death Demystified, Dr. Deerheart sits down with acclaimed singer-songwriter Maree McRae as she faces her own end-of-life journey with vulnerability, courage, and grace. Diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and considering Medical Aid in Dying (MAID), Maree shares the profound loss of her daughter Stella, who died by MAID in Colorado, and how grief, legacy, and love have shaped her final chapter.Together, they explore the sacred work of end-of-life practitioners, the healing power of presence, and what it means to say goodbye with tenderness and truth.This conversation is a powerful tribute to the human spirit—and a reminder that love never dies.

Are you curious about what really happens at the end of life? Wondering how to support a loved one or find peace in your own final chapter? In this eye-opening episode of Death Demystified, Dr. Deerheart pulls back the curtain on the top five questions she’s asked as a death doula—questions that have transformed fear into understanding and grief into connection. With powerful stories, candid insights, and a touch of humor, Dr. Deerheart will help you navigate the most profound journey we all face. Whether you're confronting mortality, caring for someone who is, or simply seeking to live more fully—this is the conversation you didn't know you needed.

In this powerful episode of Death Demystified, Dr. Andrea Deerheart is joined by special guest Dr. Sanjivan Kohli to explore Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD)—a deeply compassionate, controversial, and often misunderstood end-of-life option. Together, they discuss who MAiD serves, how the process works in California, the ethical complexities, and what it means for patients, families, and care providers. This is a must-listen conversation for anyone seeking to understand autonomy, dignity, and choice at the end of life.

In this episode of Death Demystified, we explore Terramation, a groundbreaking, eco-friendly alternative to burial and cremation. Host Dr Deerheart welcomes Brie Smith from Return Home to discuss how Natural Organic Reduction (NOR) transforms the human body into nutrient-rich soil, offering a sustainable, meaningful way to return to the earth. Discover the science, process, and emotional impact of this revolutionary afterlife care option—and how it’s changing the way we honor our dead and protect our planet.

In this episode of Death Demystified, we explore the vital role of End-of-Life Practitioners in supporting individuals and families through life’s final transition. Host Dr Deerheart, ELP is joined by Rickie Redman, ELP Aging in Place Director at Laguna Beach Senior Services, to discuss how EOL doulas provide emotional, spiritual, and practical guidance, bridging the gaps in traditional death care. Learn how these compassionate companions honor the dying process, empower families, and integrate with the medical model to create a more holistic, dignified end-of-life experience.