Ep. 84 - What Dying Taught Me About Living: A Conversation with Captain Tom Huitema

What if everything you thought you knew about death was wrong?
Captain Tom Huitema was living a life most people dream of—soaring through the skies as a commercial pilot, in peak health, thriving with purpose and passion. But in an instant, everything changed. One ordinary night, an undiagnosed heart defect triggered sudden cardiac arrest, and Tom flatlined for 20 minutes. Clinically dead, he crossed over—only to return with vivid memories of the afterlife, stories of peace and love that defy logic, and a mission to share what he now knows: we are never alone, and the work we do here on Earth is about far more than our job titles.

Statistically, Tom should not have survived.

Over 90% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests are fatal—especially when defibrillation is delayed. Most survivors, if any, suffer severe neurological damage. But Tom came back not only alive, but fully intact—physically, mentally, and spiritually. His survival is nothing short of a medical miracle.

His journey is more than a near-death experience—it’s a wake-up call for all of us.
In this unforgettable episode, Tom recounts the profound beauty and clarity he experienced while on the “other side.” He describes the overwhelming love that flooded every part of his being, the presence of his father and family waiting to greet him, and the soul-stirring message he received: “What you are feeling are all the kindnesses you’ve put into the world.” Tom’s story is a powerful reminder that our greatest legacy isn’t what we do—it’s how we make others feel. If you are navigating grief, questioning the afterlife, or looking to reconnect with a deeper sense of meaning and hope, this episode is for you!

For the whole story: Flying and Dying by Captain Tom Huitema is available on Amazon →  https://a.co/d/fKKartN. 100% of proceeds support the American Heart Association and AED placement programs.

You can connect with Tom through his IG - fit2flya787.

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