최고 Death Doula 팟캐스트 (2025)

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A Promise Kept: Alzheimer’s, Love, and a Final Choice 44:37

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli sits down once again with Erica Baccus, whose husband Jon was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. What followed was a journey of deep love and courageous choices- culminating in his decision to pursue assiste…

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After the Denial: What to Do When Insurance Says No 57:57

11일 전57:57

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli explores the emotional and financial toll of denied medical claims. Joined by founder and patient advocate Holden Karau, creator of Fight Health Insurance, they unpack the broken insurance system and how one AI-p…

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A Good Death Begins with a Good Life – With Chris Palmer 58:54

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli explores the true meaning of a good death, and why it begins with how we choose to live. Joined by teacher, speaker, and author Chris Palmer, they unpack what it means to live with intention, plan ahead with comp…

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Senior Living Done Right: What Families Should Know 59:54

약 1년 전59:54

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli explores the complexities of senior living decisions with Angie Graham, Division President of Our House Senior Living. Together, they break down what “good care” really looks like, and how families can disti…

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What to Document Before You Die: The Loving Act of Planning 45:15

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli speaks with Farah Baxter, co-founder of Soalma, about the essential documents, conversations, and emotional legacies we should prepare before we die. Together, they explore how thoughtful end-of-life planning can…

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All Around Is Me: Talking to Kids About Grief 48:24

약 1년 전48:24

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli speaks with grief advocates and co-authors Leanne Whallett and Jess Slater about their children’s book All Around Is Me. They share personal stories of loss, parenting through grief, and the deeply healing role t…

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Lost, Misidentified, Discarded: Fixing Mishandling in Death Care 41:24

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. What happens when the system that’s supposed to care for our loved ones after death fails? In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli speaks with Nick Nell, founder of MorgueBoard, about the painful reality of mishandled remains - stories of people l…

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From Grief to Guidance: Family Support for Medical Assistance in Dying 42:50

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli speaks with Robin Farr, Program Manager at the MAID Family Support Society in Canada. Together, they discuss Robin’s personal journey of supporting her father through Medical Assistance in Dying, and how that exp…

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Ancient Egyptian Afterlife: A Soul’s Journey Beyond the Stars 40:59

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli is joined by Julie Scott, Executive Director of the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, for a captivating discussion on the spiritual wisdom of ancient Egypt. Together, they explore how beliefs about the afterlife shape…

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Breaking the Silence: End-of-Life Care in the Chinese American Community 46:30

약 1년 전46:30

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Sandy Chen Stokes, founder of the Chinese American Coalition for Compassionate Care (CACCC), to discuss end-of-life care in the Chinese American community. Together, they talk about how deeply…

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Stitching Stories: Quilting as Life Review with Louise Silk 38:37

약 1년 전38:37

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Louise Silk, a celebrated quiltmaker and fiber artist, to explore how quilting serves as a tool for life review, memory, grief, and legacy. Louise shares how she began her quilting journey aft…

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Stephy’s Place: Where Grief Finds Comfort and Connection 50:48

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Sheila Martello, founder of Stephy’s Place, a nonprofit grief support center dedicated to providing free, peer-led support for those navigating loss. Sheila shares her journey of loss followin…

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Death with Dignity in Switzerland: A Husband’s Final Choice 57:28

약 1년 전57:28

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Erica Baccus to share a deeply personal and powerful story about Death with Dignity. When Erica’s husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he knew he wanted control over his end-of-life…

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Mormon Views on Death: Grief, Eternal Life, and Changing Perspectives 59:39

약 1년 전59:39

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. What happens after we die? How does faith shape the way we grieve? In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Jeff Pedersen, a former practicing Mormon turned agnostic atheist, to explore the unique and deeply rooted beliefs of Mormoni…

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Love From Lydia: A Mother’s Journey Through Child Loss and Healing 48:26

약 1년 전48:26

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli speaks with Danielle Cristofano Schwartz, founder of Love From Lydia. After the devastating loss of her daughter Lydia, Danielle turned her grief into action, creating a compassionate community that provides…

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Medicare 101: Understanding Your Options & Making Informed Choices 1:01:29

약 1년 전1:01:29

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. Navigating Medicare can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Medicare expert Sharon Knox to break down the essentials of Medicare & Medicaid, enrollment periods, common pitfal…

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Keeping Your Loved One’s Story Alive: The Healing Power of Sharing Their Story 57:23

약 1년 전57:23

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Matt Jacobson, founder of LifeBooks, to explore the profound impact of storytelling and legacy documentation. Have you ever wondered how to preserve your loved one’s memory for future generati…

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Dear Loved One: The Gift of Forever Letters, Part 2 32:09

약 1년 전32:09

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure: Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli sits down with Lindsay Hurty, founder of Everwell and Self School, to explore the impact of Forever Letters. These letters are more than words on a page—they’re expressions of love, wisdom, and connection that bec…

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14 - Alison Behrens Braly: Navigating Life After Loss 41:00

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Grief doesn't follow a timeline. In this episode, Alison Behrens Braly opens up about life after losing her husband four years ago- how her grief has changed over time, the unexpected challenges along the way, and the ways she has found meaning and strength in the years since. Whether you've experienced loss yourself or are supporting someone who h…

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Dear Loved One: The Gift of Forever Letters, Part 1 33:00

약 1년 전33:00

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure: Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli is joined by Lindsay Hurty, Ed.M., a Harvard-educated self-development specialist and founder of Everwell and Self School. Lindsay shares her inspiring journey and how she developed the concept of Forever Letters—…

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The Gift of Life: Understanding Stem Cell Donation 53:31

약 1년 전53:31

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Jennifer Leal to talk about stem cell donation. Jennifer shares her personal journey with acute myeloid leukemia, the challenges of finding a donor, and how these experiences inspired her advo…

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From Awareness to Action: Fighting Elder Abuse Together 47:11

약 1년 전47:11

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this powerful episode of Comforting Closure: Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Lori Mars, director at the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA). Together, they explore the silent epidemic of elder abuse, covering its various forms—physical, emotional, financial, …

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Exploring the Final Frontier: Memorial Spaceflights with Celestis 34:08

약 1년 전34:08

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli sits down with Charles M. Chafer, CEO of Celestis Memorial Spaceflights, to explore a unique and inspiring way to honor loved ones—sending their cremated remains into space. Together, they discuss this extraordin…

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Grieving and Weaving: Healing Through Fiber Arts at The Green-Wood Cemetery 48:05

약 1년 전48:05

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli sits down with Gabrielle Gatto and Mary Pat Klein from The Green-Wood Cemetery to explore the healing magic of "Grieving and Weaving." This unique program invites people to use fiber arts like knitting, crochet, …

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Kindness and Clarity: Preparing for the Future with Elliott Appel 40:38

약 1년 전40:38

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, I sit down with Elliott Appel, the founder of Kindness Financial Planning, to talk about how financial preparation can provide comfort and peace of mind, especially during life’s toughest transitions. Elliott brings a warm an…

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13 - A Near-Death Experience with Deborah Atella 34:28

약 1년 전34:28

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Deborah Atella, host of the podcast :I Freaking Knew It" and author of "Is This Job My Jam?". Deborah shares the profound story of her near-death experience and the life-changing insights it brought her. We explore how this experience shaped her perspective on life, healing, and intuition, and how it influ…

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Guiding Children Through Grief: The Power of Play Therapy 45:44

약 1년 전45:44

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli sits down with Liana Lowenstein, a registered social worker and child psychotherapist specializing in helping children navigate grief through play therapy. Together, they discuss how children experience grief dif…

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Preparing with Purpose: Writing My Advance Directive, Part 2 49:34

약 1년 전49:34

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this second part of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli completes creating her own advance directive with the help of end-of-life specialist Maureen Kures. Joined by her husband, Oren, Traci defines her healthcare wishes, exploring values like maintaining dignity,…

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Preparing with Purpose: Writing My Advance Directive, Part 1 42:48

약 1년 전42:48

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this very personal episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, join me as I work with Maureen Kures, founder of A Radiant Mourning and my husband, Oren, to create my own advance directive. Maureen leads us in exploring what it really means to document our wishes—from reflec…

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Tuning into Compassion: The Gift of Music in Aging and Memory Care 30:50

약 1년 전30:50

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. Episode Description: In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli welcomes Angela Hey from SpiritCare Ministry to discuss the impact of music in aging care. We discuss Angela’s journey into music and bedside ministry, SpiritCare’s mission to enrich the…

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The Gift of Preplanning: Funeral Planning with Ryan Kolstad 38:37

약 1년 전38:37

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli is joined by Ryan Kolstad, founder of Preplanning.me. Together, they discuss the importance of funeral preplanning and why making arrangements ahead of time can be one of the most loving gifts you give to your …

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Breath Taking: Jessica Fein on Presence, Advocacy, and Navigating MERRF Syndrome 36:30

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Jessica Fein, author of Breath Taking, to discuss her family's profound journey caring for her daughter Dalia, who was diagnosed with the rare disease MERRF syndrome (Myoclonic Epilepsy with R…

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Coping After Suicide: A Conversation with Joanne Harpel 51:11

약 1년 전51:11

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. **This episode discusses suicide and its impact on those left behind. If you find this topic distressing, please take care of yourself and feel free to pause or step away at any time. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 9…

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Hospice Care 101: Hospice Foundation of America on What Families Need to Know 52:57

약 1년 전52:57

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli is joined by Angela Novas, a nurse and Palliative and Hospice Care Consultant for the Hospice Foundation of America. Together, they discuss hospice care. Angela shares her journey in hospice work, common mis…

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The Power of Clay: Ritual, Healing, and Connection in Grief with Dr. Lula Buzz 44:45

약 1년 전44:45

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure – Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli talks with Dr. Lula Buzz, an artist who uses clay to explore grief, memory, and healing themes. Dr. Buzz shares her journey, how clay became a sacred tool during her grief, and how she guides others in processing…

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Beyond Burial: Deathcare and Community at Greenwood Cemetery 55:01

약 1년 전55:01

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, I’m joined by Gabrielle Gatto, manager of public programs from Green-Wood Cemetery, to discuss the transformation of cemeteries in today’s world. Gabrielle shares Green-Wood’s unique history as part of the rural cemetery move…

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Navigating Senior Living: Finding the Best Fit for Your Loved One 1:00:19

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli sits down with Mike Scoggin, senior living advisor and owner of Oasis Senior Advisors of Silicon Valley. Together, they discuss the complexities of senior living options, from independent living to memory care,…

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In Life and Death: How We Shape and Are Shaped by Our Dead 1:03:23

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli is joined by Cody Sanders, author of Corpse Care: Ethics for Tending the Dead. Together, they discuss how historical events like the treatment of Indigenous Americans, the Civil War, African American slavery, m…

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Eternal Reefs: Honoring Life, Restoring Oceans 50:53

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli discusses the innovative and environmentally conscious practice of reef memorials with George Frankel, founder and CEO of Eternal Reefs. George shares the inspiration behind the company and how Eternal Reefs tr…

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12 - Transforming Pain into Purpose: Navigating Suicide Through Healing 58:29

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In this episode we are joined by Stephanie Aycock, Speaker, Creator, and Transformational Coach as well as Dr. Brandt Wiskur, Ph.D. in Neuroscience and MSW, who have each transformed their personal experiences with suicide into impactful works of art and healing. Through a deeply intimate discussion, we explore how they've used their talents - writ…

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Compassion Without Cost: The VHOCC Approach to Accessible Hospice Care 39:47

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' host Traci Arieli explores barriers that many face when accessing hospice care. Joined by Priya Jayadev from Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County (VHOCC), they explore how VHOCC is making hospice care accessible and compassi…

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Listening to Our Children: Empowerment in Pediatric Palliative Care 55:34

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' host Traci Arieli sits down with Toula Saratsis, a mother, advocate, and end-of-life doula who knows firsthand the heartache of losing a child. Together, they discuss the topic of pediatric palliative care. Toula shares her…

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Safeguarding Your Wishes: Legal Protection for Advance Directives 52:17

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' host Traci Arieli explores the critical topic of legally protecting your advance directive wishes. Joined by Janis Landis, an end-of-life care advocate from the Final Exit Network, they discuss how to ensure your healthcare…

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Collaborating for Comfort: Doulas and Hospice 45:55

약 1년 전45:55

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' Traci Arieli explores the collaborative relationship between death doulas and hospice teams. She is joined by two nurses, Dori Sappo and Denise Campbell. Both Dori and Denise bring unique perspectives as they have worked on…

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Voices of Autonomy: Jim Van Buskirk on the Power of End-of-Life Stories 41:02

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of 'Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula,' host Traci Arieli sits down with Jim Van Buskirk, a Final Exit Network volunteer and the editor of "There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network." They read a few stories from the anthology, discussing themes of autonom…

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11 - When Plans Change: Death Doulas Unscripted 29:35

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In this unexpected episode of Death Doula Duo, the tables are turned when our scheduled guest didn't make it. Join us for an impromptu and candid conversation as we explore our own beliefs, views, and experiences as death doulas. Get to know us on a deeper level as we answer fun and thought-provoking questions that reveal our personal journeys, phi…

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Disrupting Tradition: How Titan Casket is Changing the Funeral Industry 29:51

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode, we explore how Titan Casket is transforming the funeral industry by making high-quality caskets more accessible, customizable, and affordable by selling directly to consumers. Josh and Scott share their personal journeys that led to the creation of Titan Casket and explain how thei…

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10 - Bringing Compassion and Peace: A Ministerial Couple's Path to Supporting Others in Death and Grief 46:52

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In this episode, Jen and Sara have an honest conversation with Alanna and Bo Ireland, a ministerial couple dedicated to guiding others through life's challenges, including death and grief. With unique roles and experiences in ministry, Alanna an Bo share how they bring peace, compassion, and acceptance to those inside and outside the church. They d…

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Stanford Hospital's Decedent Affairs: Family Support Meets Medical Excellence 41:53

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode, Traci Arieli speaks with Charles Tigard, the director of Stanford's Office of Decedent Affairs. They discuss the reasons behind the creation of this office, the family experiences, and the larger impact of their work. Key takeaways include insights into how the office supports grie…

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Voices from Beyond: Preserving Memories Through Vinyl 42:53

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I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text message. In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli discusses a unique memorialization option with Jason Leach from And Vinyly. This innovative service transforms a person’s ashes into vinyl records, creating a beautiful blend of legacy, memory, and sound. Jason s…

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