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Talk Deathy to Me

Talk Deathy to Me Podcast

Birthed from the loss of a loved one and feeling a lack of honest, easy-to-digest, and accessible resources for people living with grief, “Talk Deathy to Me” aims to give listeners a place to be real and curious about grief, death, and dying that encourages people to not fear death, dying, and those harder conversations by bringing them to your ears with authenticity and even humor. Join Host Death Doula Sheila Burke with Co-Hosts Kelsey Jae and Kaylee Green every week as they break the stigmas

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Episode 30 – Good Grief: Good Spiritual Hygiene Part I

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2024/09/07

Sheila and Kelsey Jae dive into the often-overlooked practice of maintaining good spiritual hygiene. Just like we wash our bodies to stay healthy, keeping our spiritual selves clean is essential for mental clarity, emotional balance, and overall well-being. This is critical in your waking life and in preparation for your death, so why not aim to keep up with it always? This topic was so insightful it turned into a Two-Parter!Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us

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Episode 29 – You're Dead... So Now What? Cemeteries...

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2024/08/24

Sheila takes Kelsey Jae and Warren on a journey through the cemeteries she encountered along the Camino de Santiago in Spain. As she visits other cemeteries along the pilgrimage route, Sheila reflects on the grave of a pilgrim who never finished their journey, medieval legends, and the enduring connections between life, death, and the spiritual path of the Camino.Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on https://www.instagram.com/talkdeathytome! Email your

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Episode 28 – The First Time I Was Called 'Widow'

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2024/08/16

In this episode, Sheila opens up about the deeply personal moment she was first called a "widow." Through her reflections, she shares how this unexpected label not only reshaped her identity but also taught her profound lessons about life, empathy, and the complexities of long-term grieving. Sheila delves into the emotional journey of navigating loss, the evolution of her interactions with others, and the enduring impact of grief on the human spirit. This episode is a heartfelt exploration

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Episode 27 – Community in Compassion: Navigating...

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2024/08/09

Sheila and Kelsey Jae explore the crucial role that communities play in supporting individuals and families through the grieving process. They discuss how community involvement fosters resilience and healing by offering networks of compassion and understanding, highlighting the influence of cultural and regional differences on mourning practices. This episode emphasizes the importance of personalized support during end-of-life care and after death, as well as the role of community education and

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Episode 26 – Gallows Humor: Some of the Weirdest...

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2024/07/31

Join the ladies as they dive into the strangest and most unusual historic deaths from around the globe. In this quirky episode, Sheila and Kelsey Jae recount the bizarre demise of famous figures, from the tragic irony of Franz Reichelt's parachute jump off the Eiffel Tower to the peculiar end of Greek philosopher Chrysippus, who reportedly died from laughing at his own joke. Prepare to be amazed, amused, and astounded as they share stories that prove truth is often stranger than fiction.Please

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Episode 25 – You're Dead... So Now What? Lakeview...

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2024/07/19

Sheila and Kelsey Jae explore Lakeview Cemetery in Cleveland, OH. In this episode, they uncover fascinating stories of notable figures like John D. Rockefeller and President James A. Garfield. Discover the cemetery's beautiful monuments, rich history, and the art and symbolism that bring its legacy to life. Tune in for a captivating journey through one of Cleveland's most iconic landmarks.Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠! Email your

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Episode 24 – La Petite Mort (And Not The Fun Ones!)

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2024/07/10

In Episode 24 of 'Talk Deathy To Me', we delve into the concept of "La Petite Mort" — the small deaths that occur throughout life after losing a loved one. Join Sheila and Kelsey Jae as they explore the unexpected moments when grief resurfaces, from a familiar scent to a fleeting memory, and how these experiences shape our ongoing relationship with loss. Through personal stories and expert insights, they navigate the complexities of mourning over time and across various life

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Episode 23 – You're Dead... So Now What? Greyfriars...

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2024/07/09

Join us on a haunting journey through the historic Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh, Scotland, where the past whispers through weathered tombstones and crumbling mausoleums. In this episode of 'Talk Deathy To Me', we explore the tales of those laid to rest within this atmospheric cemetery. From notable figures of Edinburgh's past to ordinary lives, discover how their stories illuminate our understanding of life, death, and the enduring legacy of memory. Tune in as we uncover the hidden

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Bonus Episode! United States Ghost Stories! ‘Murica!

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2024/07/04

In this episode, Sheila shares an array of good ‘ole U-S-of-A ghost stories! Just as a treat! Enjoy this bonus episode of Talk Deathy to Me.Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠! Email your stories, questions, and musings to ⁠talkdeathytome@gmail.com⁠. Talk Deathy to Me is produced, audio-engineered, & edited by ⁠⁠Warren Davidson⁠⁠. Our podcast’s original music is composed by Post Holiday.

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Episode 22 – Good Grief: Talking Grief with Children

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2024/07/02

Hello dear listeners, this week we’ve decided to share an episode on a topic in which we’ve heard a number of questions about how to talk about grief, death, and loss with children. Kelsey Jae has stepped aside for this episode to let her sister Kaylee, who joined us earlier in this season, come on to speak about this topic with Sheila. Kaylee is the mother of a five year old. Enjoy this generational clashing of the minds! Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us

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Episode 21 – Hospice Realities: The Importance of Touch

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2024/06/25

This episode focuses on the importance of touch when ushering a loved one to the next plane during your hospice journey (or really any point!). Sheila provides personal examples from a widow's perspective and advice from the perspective of a Death Doula for how touch in the end of life is a critical form of communication and connection. Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠! Email your stories, questions, and musings to

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Episode 20 – Traditional Funeral Customs: From the...

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2024/06/18

Sheila and Kelsey Jae cover a variety of funeral and celebration of life customs in today’s episode. They talk about their favorites, discuss spirituality, and theorize the origins of some of these customs and the ways these customs may come to life. They discuss a suggested location from listener Charlotte about Venzone, Italy where people live with their mummified bodies of their ancestors and how this was discovered widely in 1950 and soon published in Life Magazine. Please consider leaving us a

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Episode 19 – Good Grief: Traveling While Grieving

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2024/06/11

After the array of traveling Sheila’s been doing, Kelsey Jae thought it was time we talked about travel and grieving on the podcast. In a candid and impromptu episode, the girls talk about how traveling changes when you’re grieving and people’s un fair perceptions of people who lose a loved one and take a trip. They discuss how travel provides a reprieve from grief, no matter how far removed we are from that grief. Please consider leaving us a review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on

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Episode 18 – Hospice Realities: All Things Advance...

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2024/06/06

Sheila once again explains something Kelsey Jae (and maybe you) knew nothing about… Advance Directives! The girls talk further about a living will, as well as all the different types of wills and documentations you should work out, so your loved ones aren’t wondering once you’re gone! Sheila explains that Advance Directives are ONLY used if you cannot communicate your own wishes, and they’re legally binding. She provides a resource for this on her website and Amazon, a booklet called, ‘Death Over

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Bonus episode! Guess Who’s Back… Back From Spain!

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2024/06/03

Sheila found her way back somehow from her ‘Camino de Santiago’ walk in Spain, so… Bonus Episode AGAIN! Sheila explains what this Pilgrimage is all about, shares stories from her time there, reflects on grief and travel, shares a TSA horror story, & finally, Kelsey Jae reads Sheila an email she got from someone Sheila MET on this walk IN SPAIN! We hope you enjoy this special episode. Please consider leaving us a glowing review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠! Email your

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Sheila’s in Spain… Bonus episode! – Warren is here!

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2024/05/25

Sheila is on her ‘Camino de Santiago’ walk in Spain, and while it’d be great to take a staycation in her absence, we wanted to release a special episode for you all! Our Very First Bonus episode! Kelsey Jae is joined by Warren, our audio engineer-producer-composer-extraordinaire, and they talk candidly about losing their fathers in their 20s. Warren shares some stories from that period of his life, as well as some post-mortem visit stories. Kelsey Jae talks a biiiiit about the upcoming Season

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Episode 17 – It's Not that Deep, Unless You Want it...

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2024/05/10

Today’s episode aims to focus on ways society talks about death, dying, illnesses, and loss, in a framework of failure vs. successes and how these ways of thinking are harmful… and ways around it. The girls talk about moments of fear or stark realizations they had during their own journeys, and how those feelings became woven into the fabric of their new daily lives then and now. Importantly, this episode plays in a wide emotional space with everything from silly laughter to some tough memories. If

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Episode 16 – Hospice Realities: Practical Ways to...

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2024/04/22

In this Hospice realities episode, Sheila and Kelsey Jae tackle a big topic: what do you actually need to do to prepare for hospice, beyond the emotional stuff? After we accept what we’re facing, or even while we wrestle with it… what ARE the practical, baseline things we need to think about? Sheila talks through this, and shares a resource she created that you can use as a starting point. If you are enjoying our show, please consider leaving us a glowing review on iTunes and Spotify and following

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Episode 15 – Good Grief: So someone you love is...

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2024/04/11

Sheila and Kelsey Jae complete the second part of this Good Grief episode, and talk candidly through ways to care for ourselves when we learn someone we know is dying. Have stories of your own or maybe even questions for Sheila? Email them to us at ⁠talkdeathytome@gmail.com⁠. If you are enjoying our show, please consider leaving us a glowing review on iTunes and Spotify and following us on ⁠Instagram⁠! Our podcast is produced, audio-engineered, and edited, as well as our original music composed

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Episode 14 – Hospice Realities: Visitors & Setting...

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2024/04/07

In this Hospice Realities episode, Sheila breaks down a topic that many experience anxiety or discomfort around maintaining during the hospice period: setting boundaries for visitors. Sheila provides a suggestion around appointing a “gatekeeper” during visiting hours and the girls reminisce on how they handled this with their loss. Have stories of your own or maybe even questions for Sheila? Email them to us at ⁠talkdeathytome@gmail.com⁠. If you are enjoying our show, please consider leaving us a

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