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Obsessed With Death

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Mortality
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Rob is Obsessed with Death and can't stop talking about it.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes99Founded7 years ago
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In this episode of Obsessed With Death, Rob sits down with educator and Kid Talk creator Katie Plunkett to explore how we talk to children about death and why so many adults struggle to do it. Katie breaks down how kids understand death at different ... more

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In this episode of Obsessed With Death, Rob sits down with psychiatrist and dream researcher Dr. Erik Goodwyn for a deep dive into mortality, ritual, grief, and the strange intelligence of the dreaming mind.

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In Episode 19 of The Final Word, Rob and Jordan dive into the strange and unsettling rise of AI “dead relative” apps, debating whether digital avatars of loved ones are a helpful grief tool or a dystopian step too far. They also unpack the bizarre st... more

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In this episode, acclaimed cartoonist and author Anders Nilsen joins to talk about how death and loss have shaped both his life and creative work. He reflects on losing his fiancée, Cheryl Weaver, to cancer and how that experience led to his books Do... more

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Recent Guests

Erik Goodwyn
Adjunct professor; psychiatrist; Jungian lecturer; author on Jungian psychology, anthropology, dreams, and mind philosophy
University of Louisville; Jungian Institutes (Zurich and US)
Episode: When the Dead Visit Our Dreams
Anders Nilsen
Cartoonist, illustrator, and author known for his works on grief and loss
Episode: Publish This When I’m Dead
Mark Hartsman
Author and expert on spiritualism and death
Various publications
Episode: The History of Haunting
Mary Roach
Non-fiction author known for her works on the human body and death.
Episode: Mary Roach
Sam Kean
New York Times best-selling author and speaker.
Author of The Ice Pick Surgeon
Episode: Grave Robbing for Science
Unnamed Guest
Artist who creates adult-themed toys related to death and social issues.
Shampoooty
Episode: Shampoooty
Anthony DeVito
Stand-up comedian with a notable family history of death and illness
Episode: Anthony DeVito
Sofia Hart
A patient living with an LVAD awaiting a heart transplant due to cardiomyopathy
Episode: End-Stage Heart Failure
Rosie Grant
Researcher and creator of gravestone recipes
Episode: Gravestone Recipes with Rosie Grant!

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • this podcast is absolutely fascinating!

    Podchaser
    5
    Julie
    3 years ago
  • Such a fun podcast!

    First of all, the intro music is great! Then, Rob has one of those voices that you could listen to for hours. He’s so good at facilitating conversation, and he asks really interesting questions. All of the interviews I’ve listened to so far have been so unique… where does he find such interesting people?! My favorite is the spiritual concierge, definitely give that episode a listen. I’m not even much of a podcast person, but I definitely like Obsessed With Death.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chemilyyy
    United States5 years ago
  • Incredibly Intriguing

    I've never actually liked a podcast until this one! Rob covers intense and interesting topics that I believe more people should talk about! Definitely well-done and keeps you thinking :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MKScott
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it!

    My favorite part is how they managed to work the Sopranos into the conversation, and the conversation definitely gets you thinking! It’s great listen for 7 in the morning lol. It’s great honestly! Can’t wait for more episodes! Leaves you with a craving for strawberries oddly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OKY17
    United States6 years ago

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Episodes mix humor and heavy topics, keeping conversations approachable for a wide audience.
Engaging host with thoughtful questions and a knack for guiding unique guests.
Thoughtful, provocative discussions that blend science, culture, and personal stories.

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My First Execution: Ted Bundy
Q: Do you feel like that's what's kept you in this very specific line of work?
Yes, I'm there to observe, you're there to see what happens, you're to see to accurately reflect on what happens.
My First Execution: Ted Bundy
Q: Were they not necessarily comfortable with a lot of the stuff you wanted to discuss?
No, any journalist worth their salt understands the corporatization and the politicization of the media and how the media is used by governments.
Words Found After Death
Q: Do you remember the moment you realize that you were going to die one day?
I first realized death is inevitable in the fourth grade at a classmate's mother's funeral, where I reflected on my own mortality and the inevitability of grief.
Words Found After Death
Q: What do you consider your relationship with death like right now?
My relationship with death is increasingly peaceful and a relief as I've grown older, especially after my dad's passing.
Tips From Dead People
Q: Do you feel like the success of this has sort of helped you in other parts of your life, or has it motivated you to try new other things?
Definitely, it has given me the confidence to try new things like adult tap dancing and acting as a tour guide at a cemetery.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Obsessed With Death

What is Obsessed With Death about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently centers conversations around mortality, grief, and the cultural meanings of death, often mixing personal storytelling with scholarly or expert perspective. Episodes span topics from dream analysis and ritual loss to the ethics of AI recreations of the deceased, medical ethics, and grave-robbing history, all delivered with a blend of curiosity, humor, and thought-provoking questions. A standout is how guests from psychology, art, journalism, and science illuminate death's role in memory, identity, and society, often challenging taboos and inviting listeners to reflect on what gives life meaning amid mortality.

Listeners may particularly appreciate the thoughtful, interdisciplinary approach, accessible yet deeply probi... more

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Recent guests on Obsessed With Death include:

1. Erik Goodwyn
2. Anders Nilsen
3. Mark Hartsman
4. Mary Roach
5. Sam Kean
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7. Anthony DeVito
8. Sofia Hart

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