The Death Diaries

The Death Diaries

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The Death Diaries episodes

  • Conversation with a Hospice Chaplain

    On this episode I talk with Dr. Donna Grant Wilcox, an ordained chaplain, speaker, author and comedian who has attended more than 400 deaths.

    Websites mentioned in the episode:

    https://www.donnagrantwilcox.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/DrDonnaGrantWilcox/

    43 min
  • Anatomical Donor Program

    On this episode I talk with Mark Zavoyna, the Operations Manager of the Anatomical Donor Program at Georgetown University's School of Medicine.

    • Georgetown's Anatomical Donor Program
    38 min
  • Live Well Die Well

    On this episode I talk with Kimberly C. Paul, who shares about her Live Well Die Well Tour and the inspiration behind it all. Kimberly left her 17-year hospice career and dream job to hit the road with her German Shepherd, Haven to connect with people and communities.

    Links:

    • Live Well Die Well Tour Website
    • Bridging the Gap by Kimberly C. Paul
    • Death by Design Podcast

    31 min
  • CAREGIVER

    In September of 2017, Francesca's mom was diagnosed with multiple myeloma — a rare, incurable cancer of the plasma cells found in bone marrow.

    Her dad died less than two years earlier.

    When the Saraco's learned of the cancer, Francesca took on the role of her mother's primary caregiver.

    It was a challenging, scary, overwhelming and wonderful time in her life. This is her story.

    Link to Francesca's video, 'CAREGIVER'

    37 min
  • When Lightning Strikes Twice

    On this episode we chat with Paul Williams, Executive Director of Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C.

    We talk about how he got into the cemetery business and what people can expect when they work with a cemetery.

    He shares his own personal story of being struck by lightning...twice.

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    37 min
  • From Avoiding to Embracing Death

    On this episode we hear from Hoff, who shares with us his journey from avoiding death to embracing it. You'll learn how he's channeled it to create a healthier and happier lifestyle while preparing for his own death.

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    • Ethan Hoffman Tribute (Video)
    • Hoff's Collection of Harmonica Cases
    • Concrete Mama by Ethan Hoffman and John McCoy
    35 min
  • The Story of "Sidekick"

    On this episode Justin C. shares his personal story about what it's like that his grandpa and dad (aka Sidekick) both died before he turned 30.

    21 min
  • Would you attend a Death Cafe?

    On this episode I talk with Sarah Farr, an end-of-life doula in the Washington DC area. She's founder of Death Positive DC and a death cafe host. Not sure what that a death cafe is? Listen to this episode to find out.

    • Death Positive DC Website
    31 min

About The Death Diaries

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For real people who need real stories about how to cope with death and its many complexities, the Death Diaries is the Podcast that delivers an exploration of life's inevitable exit strategy, because…