DEATH AND with Victor M. Sweeney

DEATH AND with Victor M. Sweeney

Equal parts heart, humor, and heaping portions of the unexpected, "Death and" with Victor M. Sweeney explores how death colors the moments that make us human. Small-town mortician (and accidental Internet sensation), Victor M. Sweeney brings curiosity, wit, astonishing stories, and plenty of gallows humor to each episode, teaming up with guests to dismantle taboos, address morbid questions and share real-life stories that find death lurking in everything from stand-up comedy to your morning cup of coffee. If you’ve got a taste for the morbid, a love of laughter in unexpected places, and a craving for honest, unfiltered stories straight from the mortuary, Victor Sweeney is the guide you never knew you needed… and "Death and" with Victor M. Sweeney is the show you’ve been dying to discover.

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Death And Product Placement

July 15, 2026 • 42 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney shares readings from his book, Now Departing: A Small Town Mortician on Death, Life, and the Moments In Between. Victor discusses the process and philosophy behind writing and designing his book, emphasizing how its physical qualities mirror his approach to death care. True to his storytelling roots, Victor M. Sweeney reads moving excerpts from the boo...
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Death And Mortuary School (with Leili McMurrough)

July 8, 2026 • 54 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney sits down with Leili McMurrough, President of Worsham College of Mortuary Science. The conversation digs into what it takes to become a funeral director today, highlighting how most students are first-generation and many have never even attended a funeral before pursuing an education in the field. Leili shares her unique path from law to mortuary scien...
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Death And Death

June 24, 2026 • 54 mins
In this episode of Death And, funeral director Victor M. Sweeney takes the show on the road — or rather, back to its roots — recording from the quiet of his funeral chapel after a busy stretch in the real world. The episode is titled "Death and Death," and for good reason: Victor shares an unedited recording of a presentation he gave to the Arrowhead Funeral Directors Association in Duluth, Minnesota, speaking to a room...
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Death And Skydiving (with Paul Anderson)

June 17, 2026 • 43 mins
In this episode of "Death And," undertaker Victor M. Sweeney sits down with longtime friend and pilot Paul Anderson to delve into the world of death and skydiving. Their conversation weaves between the adrenaline-charged experiences of flying and jumping out of planes, and the ever-present awareness of mortality that comes with these pursuits. Paul reflects on how embracing risk—both in the air and in life—requires maki...
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Death And Magical Thinking

June 10, 2026 • 32 mins
In this episode of "Death And," funeral director Victor M. Sweeney takes listeners on a solo exploration, reflecting on his own tendency toward magical thinking despite being a natural skeptic. Victor shares personal stories from the funeral home that reveal how small moments of coincidence, ritual, and whimsy can bring comfort in the face of loss. He discusses the professional ethics of mortuary work and finding beauty in the absu...
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Death And The Void (with Dr. Liz Scott)

June 3, 2026 • 51 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician Victor M. Sweeney welcomes psychologist and author Dr. Liz Scott to grapple with the big question of death and what comes next. The conversation revolves around the concept of “annihilation” and the fear of nothingness after death, contrasting Victor’s steady belief in an afterlife with Dr. Scott’s journey from near-terror to near-acceptance of mortality. They discus...
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Death And Toxic Families

May 27, 2026 • 36 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney tackles the challenging theme of death and toxic families, addressing a complex listener question about navigating family conflict during a funeral. Victor reflects on the realities of fractured relationships that surface when a loved one dies and the surprising frequency of family drama in his profession. He shares stories of mediating difficult dynam...
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Death And Grief Resources (with Laura Jaye Cramer)

May 20, 2026 • 55 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician Victor M. Sweeney sits down with Laura Jaye Cramer, founder of Candlelight Magazine, to explore the world of grief resources and the power of connection in navigating loss. The conversation centers on Laura’s personal story of losing both her father and brother to suicide in quick succession, and how those experiences inspired her to create a grief periodical that embraces a wide rang...
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Death And Cryonics (with James Arrowood)

May 13, 2026 • 71 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney sits down with James Arrowood, CEO of Alcor Life Extension Foundation, to explore what cryonics actually is—preserving the viability of cells after death for possible future resuscitation—while busting myths about “raising the dead.” James explains how Alcor operates as a nonprofit dedicated more to scientific progress than sci-...
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Death And Birding (with Nick Lund)

May 6, 2026 • 53 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney welcomes birder and conservationist Nick Lund for an engaging exploration of the intersection between death and birdwatching. The conversation takes flight with observations about vultures—often unfairly maligned for their association with death—and the crucial role they play in the ecosystem. Victor and Nick swap stories about birding in c...
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Death And Psychedelics (with Dr. Manish Agrawal)

April 29, 2026 • 53 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician Victor M. Sweeney sits down with Manish Agrawal, MD, an oncologist and CEO of Sunstone Therapies, to explore the intersection of death and psychedelics. Their conversation goes far beyond the mechanics of psychedelic drugs, delving into how psychedelic-assisted therapy helps people find meaning in the face of terminal illness and existential anxiety. Dr. Agrawal shares stories from his work...
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Death And Funeral Etiquette

April 22, 2026 • 34 mins
In this episode of "Death And," undertaker Victor M. Sweeney unpacks the intricacies of funeral etiquette and why our presence at funerals matters. He educates on topics like • Should you attend a funeral for someone you weren’t particularly close to? • Is it appropriate to bring kids to a funeral or visiting hours? • Should you send flowers or make a donation? • What is appropriate funeral attire (and what isn’t?) ...
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Death And The Inevitable

April 1, 2026 • 39 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney tackles the theme of "Death And The Inevitable," inviting listeners to join him in an honest discussion about planning for their own funeral and confronting the certainty of death. Victor fields thought-provoking questions from listeners, sharing the history of funeral portraits, insights into what happens at the moment of death, and practical consider...
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Death And A Viking Funeral (with Paul Kloppenburg)

March 25, 2026 • 54 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney welcomes Paul Kloppenburg, co-founder of Crestone End of Life Project, to explore the theme of open-air cremation. The conversation demystifies the legendary “Viking send-off,” comparing it to the real, community-centered cremations Paul helps orchestrate in Crestone, Colorado—the only outdoor crematory in the US. Paul shares how the ...
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Death And Human Composting (with Tricia Jamiol)

March 18, 2026 • 51 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician Victor M. Sweeney sits down with guest Tricia Jamiol to explore the world of human composting, also known as “natural organic reduction.” The conversation unpacks what it means to transform a human body into nutrient-rich soil, discussing everything from the technical process to the emotional and philosophical impacts on grieving families. Tricia shares her journey of launching ...
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Death And Disney Adults (with AJ Wolfe)

March 11, 2026 • 47 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney sits down with AJ Wolfe, author of Disney Adults: Exploring and Falling in Love with a Magical Subculture, to discuss the curious world of so-called "Disney adults." The conversation unpacks what it really means to be a Disney adult—whether it's simply a longing for childhood nostalgia, a healthy way to embrace magic and joy in everyday life, or ...
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Death and Finding Home (with Daniel Nayeri)

March 4, 2026 • 57 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney sits down with author and refugee Daniel Nayeri to talk about "Death And Finding Home." Their conversation weaves through Daniel’s experience fleeing Iran as a child after his mother’s religious conversion, what it means to build a sense of home, and the “patchwork” nature of identity for refugees. Daniel reflects on the "fertil...
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Death and Charity

February 25, 2026 • 32 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician and funeral director Victor M. Sweeney takes the mic solo to explore the theme of "Death and Charity." Victor reflects on what charity—rooted in the Latin "caritas," meaning love—really looks like in the context of his work as a funeral director and undertaker. Through personal stories, like burning his hand helping at a funeral lunch and sharing time with grieving families, he ...
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Death And Healthspan (with Dr. Baxter Bell)

February 18, 2026 • 48 mins
In this episode of "Death And," mortician Victor M. Sweeney sits down with certified Yoga Therapist Baxter Bell to explore the concept of healthspan and how it intersects with our experience of death and aging. Victor admits that "healthspan" was a new term for him, but quickly connects it to his daily work with the realities of lifespan and mortality. Dr. Bell, who transitioned from family medicine to practicing and teaching yoga,...
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Death and Breath (with Dr. Lucy Kalanithi)

February 11, 2026 • 55 mins
In this episode of "Death And," undertaker and mortician Victor M. Sweeney is joined by physician and writer, Dr. Lucy Kalanithi. The conversation centers around Lucy Kalanithi's experience as a widow to Dr. Paul Kalanithi, author of When Breath Becomes Air, and what it was like to help bring his memoir to life during his final days. Together, they reflect on caring for a loved one at the end of life, parenting through loss, and th...
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