Episode 34: What Is A Death Doula? - features Experienced Death Doula, Kacie Gikonyo, discussing her role in end-of-life care.

Episode Summary:

This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion between Dylan Carnahan and Kacie Gikonyo, a dedicated death doula who provides support, comfort, and guidance to individuals and their families during the end-of-life process. Kacie shares her insights into the emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of death doula work, emphasizing the importance of creating a peaceful and dignified end-of-life experience.

Listen as Kacie explains the role of a death doula and the impact this service has on those facing the end of life.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:28 - Introducing Kacie Gikonyo
• 01:40 - Becoming a Death Doula
• 07:41 - Services Provided
• 15:26 - Difficult Conversations & Emotions
• 21:37 - Challenges Faced
• 26:10 - Perspective on Life and Death
• 29:10 - Resources
• 32:53 - Supporting Others
• 34:16 - Conclusion

Resources:

• Kacie's LinkedIn
• Kacie's Website
• Death Doula Collective

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music here.