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Coffin Talk explores how our views on death affect the way we live our life. Join Mike Oppenheim each week as he interviews people from all ages and cultures to explore The Meaning of Death. mikeyopp.substack.com

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Richard Bouman
IT system engineer for a large automotive company; Dutch-born and Phoenix-based
Self-identified guest
Episode: #295 - Dutch-American - Richard Bouman
Lee Kotler
Friend of the host; loan officer based in Phoenix
Private individual
Episode: #294 - Loan Officer - Lee Kotler
Barrett Smith
Author and novelist; author of The Gospel of Lila
Author, The Gospel of Lila
Episode: #293 - Writer - Barrett Smith
Gina Jewell
College-educated 40-year-old biracial military brat, mother and wife, healthcare/therapy-influenced background
Episode: #292 - Ponderer- Gina Jewell
Courtney Romoleroux
Educator from Sacramento, California; co-founder of All Love Foundation
All Love Foundation
Episode: #291 - Special Ed/Non-Profit - Courtney Romoleroux
James Husbands
Educator and suspense writer
Educator, Author
Episode: #290 - Math Education - James Husbands
Susanne Holly Brent
Journalist with Colorado journalism degree; writer
Arizona journalist and writer
Episode: #289 - Journalist - Susanne Holly Brent
Bubba Startz
Media entrepreneur, singer, songwriter
The Scene Projects
Episode: #288 - Media Entrepreneur - Bubba Startz
Annalouiza Armendariz
Herbalist and death/dying advocate
Certified Herbalist; death and dying service practitioner
Episode: #287 - Hospice & Herbalism - Annalouiza Armendariz

Host

Mike Oppenheim
Host of Coffin Talk

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Insightful, Humane, Candid, and Present

    This is a unique podcast with a talented host who’s passionate about healthy cultural change in a crucial area: our attitudes toward death. Mike Oppenheim cares about how people experience the whole subject of death and dying, at a distance and up close. Like an increasing number of thoughtful people in hospice care, philosophy, the NDE community, and adjacent domains, Mike sees clearly into some of the most challenging problems in the way our culture handles death: taboo, anxiety, avoidance, to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gohexametergo
    United States21 days ago
  • Fantastic host

    Mike was such an amazing host. We had a fun, organic conversation that covered a lot of ground.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana Colleen
    United States6 months ago
  • Eclectic and always intriguing

    Mike has a way of bringing a varied group of interviewees to the show each week, and with his calm demeanor (but yet sincerely interested attitude) delivers a series of what feel like impromtu questions that put the guests at ease and allows them a platform to expand on a multitude of fascinating topics. Mike take a backseat to his guest and lets them "shine".

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bozofire
    United States7 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast!

    Mike interviews an eclectic cast of characters. You never quite know what you will learn, but it’s always something! His genuine curiosity, mixed with his focus on uncovering meaningful wisdom is so refreshing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roserart
    United States9 months ago
  • Surprisingly NOT morbid

    Don’t let the name fool you—this is a podcast about LIFE and humanity and how each of us navigate the bigger questions and struggles we’ll all inevitably face. Mike is an endlessly curious guy who genuinely enjoys hearing different perspectives on life, death, and relationships and makes each episode feel as distinct as each guest. It’s like getting to be a fly on the wall while two friends have a heart to heart over a beer. It’s honest—and that’s a gift in a world where so much isn’t. Highly re... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristina V
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners value the host's genuine curiosity and ability to put guests at ease.
Shows feel human and real, avoiding morbid sensationalism.
Guests consistently praise the thoughtful, grounding approach and meaningful conversations.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#293 - Writer - Barrett Smith
Q: Are you interested actually in metaphysics?
Yes, Barrett explains how metaphysical explorations intersect with his writing, including influences like guided meditations and the idea of the absolute or universal consciousness, suggesting a framework in which fiction probes spiritual questions.
#295 - Dutch-American - Richard Bouman
Q: What do you think happens when you die?
Richard explains no religious backing, but articulates a belief in a soul that continues after death and may cycle through reincarnation toward enlightenment.
#289 - Journalist - Susanne Holly Brent
Q: Like we all feel sad when someone dies young, but do you feel any pull or a belief in a universal meaning or morality around death?
She reflects that she has wandered through multiple belief systems, noting that death often prompts introspection and a search for meaning, but she remains cautious about definitive universal answers, emphasizing personal growth and the way mortality shapes how one lives.
#289 - Journalist - Susanne Holly Brent
Q: So I'm curious what your take is. One, do you think there's like a meaning to life? And two, what do you think happens when you die?
Susanne explains that she has explored these questions through a mix of personal experience, religious exposure, and philosophical inquiry, acknowledging that beliefs vary, that some people find comfort in prepared rituals and faith communities, while others see life's meaning as something to be created through relationships, writing, and purposeful living.
#285 - Policy Professional - Patrick Granfield
Q: What do you think happens when you die?
A combination of hope and belief: the soul pursuing some form of fulfillment beyond this life, with faith and doubt existing together as essential, guiding how one lives and treats others.

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Coffin Talk curates intimate conversations about mortality, meaning, and living with intention. Interviews span a wide range of guests—from medical professionals and death doulas to artists, authors, and therapists—exploring how beliefs about death shape everyday choices, relationships, and personal growth. The host's style is characterized by curiosity, warmth, and an emphasis on honest, accessible dialogue, making weighty topics feel human and practical. Noteworthy is the frequent pairing of philosophical inquiry with real-life stories, humor, and pragmatism, which helps listeners navigate taboo subjects in a thoughtful, down-to-earth way.

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1. Richard Bouman
2. Lee Kotler
3. Barrett Smith
4. Gina Jewell
5. Courtney Romoleroux
6. James Husbands
7. Susanne Holly Brent
8. Bubba Startz

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