In this episode of the No Fixed Agenda podcast, hosts Jeff Stoner and Omar Hernandez discuss the role of death doulas with guest Selena Jong. They explore how death doulas assist in end-of-life planning, provide emotional and spiritual support, and help navigate the logistical aspects of death. Through Selena's personal experiences and professional insights, the conversation aims to demystify and normalize discussions about death. The episode also touches on the significance of having a death plan and the educational value of death cafes, where people can openly talk about death and dying.
00:00 Introduction to No Fixed Agenda Podcast
00:32 Discussing Death Doulas with Selena Jong
01:24 The Role and History of Death Doulas
04:18 Personal Experiences and Insights
07:15 Understanding the Importance of Planning
18:55 Death Cafe and Open Conversations
21:42 The Retirement Conversation
22:35 The Role of a Death Doula
23:24 Creating a Death Binder
24:43 Personal Experiences with Death
26:26 The Importance of Planning
28:59 A Journey into Death Work
35:10 The Impact of Death on Grieving
39:57 Final Thoughts and Resources
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