I sat down with hospice nurse Julie McFadden to explore the profound intersection of biology and spirituality in dying. Julie’s viral insights demystify death, revealing how our bodies intuitively prepare for transition—and why mystical experiences like shared death encounters transform fear into awe. We discuss her book Nothing to Fear, the power of contemplating mortality, and how hospice care reshapes life’s priorities. Join us for a conversation that’s equal parts science and soul.
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Nurse Julie
00:55 Julie's New Book & Journal: "Nothing to Fear"
04:46 Viral Fame: TikTok, Death Education, and Taboos
06:41 Why Death Content Went Viral
11:05 Biology of Dying: How the Body Prepares
18:42 Contemplating Mortality to Live Fully
24:55 End-of-Life Planning: Wills, DNRs, and Family Dynamics
31:34 Hospice Myths: Prolonging Life vs. Quality of Life
41:15 Julie's Shared Death Experience Story
52:48 Deathbed Visions, Pets, and Mystical Phenomena
56:48 The "Death Stare" and Unexplained Comfort
59:17 Julie's Final Thoughts: Books and Journals
01:02:04 Closing: Gratitude and Takeaways
JULIE:
@hospicenursejulie
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