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Seeing Death Clearly

Jill McClennen
Grief
Death
End-Of-Life Care
Death and Dying
Dementia
Aging
End Of Life Care
Mental Health
End-Of-Life Planning
Hospice Care
Hospice
Palliative Care
Healthcare
Philadelphia
Death Doulas
Caregiving
Loss
Spirituality
Medical Aid In Dying
Meditation

Seeing Death Clearly is a show that challenges you to think about your beliefs about death, dying, grief, and living life. I am your host, Jill McClennen, a death doula and end-of-life coach. As a death doula, I found through first-hand experience that the more I came to terms with my thoughts and feelings about death and dying, the more present I became in my everyday life and I hope to share tha... more

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Grief isn't just something we experience when someone dies. It can show up during major life changes, the end of relationships, aging, and losses we may not even recognize as grief. Learning to acknowledge these experiences can help... more

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In this episode of Seeing Death Clearly, Sarah Vosburg shares the complicated reality of caregiving, grief, memory care, and learning to give herself grace for decisions made during an incredibly difficult time. Caring for a parent ... more

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What could end-of-life care look like if caring for people who are dying became more of a community responsibility?

In this episode, Jill talks with nurse Hannah Fowler about small, community-based homes for people at the end of li... more

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In this episode of Seeing Death Clearly, I talk with psychology professor Dr. Anya Schultz, who teaches a course on the Psychology of Death and Dying. Her classroom gives students permission to explore subjects many of us are taught... more

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Nikki Smith
Death Doula and grief coach
Nikki the Death Doula (Columbus, Ohio)
Episode: A Death Doula's Perspective on Grief with Nikki Smith aka Nikki the Death Doula
Sarah Vosburgh
Author of the memoir Who Will Name the Bees
Author/Writer
Episode: Caregiving Is an Amateur Business with Sarah Vosburgh
Anya Schultz
Psychology professor who teaches a course on the psychology of death and dying
College/University (not specified)
Episode: The Psychology of Dying with Dr. Anya Schultz
Steve Beal Sr.
Writer, father of six, memoirist
Book author; WestBow Publishing/Zondervan imprint via Zonderman
Episode: The Stories We Carry After Someone Dies with Steve Beal Sr.
Lila Glasoe Francese
Author; sister of Carolyn Glasoe Francese; wrote The Situation, A Radical Journey Through Sisterhood and Life Amplified, The Search and Resilience After Loss
Wildhouse Publications (publisher)
Episode: Losing a Sister and Learning to Live With Loss with Lila Glasoe Francese
Jan Booth
Hospice nurse, end-of-life doula, author
Conscious Dying Collective, former hospice nurse
Episode: Death Doulas and Hospice Nurses Talk Caregiving Community and Conscious Dying with Trish Rux and Jan Booth
Trish Rux
Hospice nurse, end-of-life doula, author
Conscious Dying Collective
Episode: Death Doulas and Hospice Nurses Talk Caregiving Community and Conscious Dying with Trish Rux and Jan Booth
Raymond Lavine
Long-term care specialist
Lavine Long-Term Care, Inc.
Episode: The Real Cost of Care: Planning for Long-Term Care and Caregiving with Raymond Lavine
Sonja Koenig
End of life doula; advocate for families in hospital settings; author of related resources
End of Life Care Institute / Prepare With Purpose
Episode: The Gift of Being Prepared with Sonja S. Koenig

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Jill McClennen
Host of the show, death doula and funeral celebrant

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Compassionate and inquisitive

    Jill features remarkable guests who share profound insights around death, dying, grief, and LIVING. She & her guests use firsthand experience to help listeners towards being more present in our own lives. Many of us have shied away from the idea of death / the reality of death for too long and Jill gives us the opportunity to begin to delve into this topic and explore. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Des70
    United States2 years ago
  • Thought-provoking and helpful

    Yes this goes into death and the grief of losing someone close to you but you also go into other aspects of grief and loss like the loss of a job or house. Also just the spiritual journey you have had and are still having.

    I am that mid 20s year old now trying to figure out who I am in my life, in all aspects of my life. I want to genuinely thank you for the work that you do and opening up and putting yourself out there for the world, it is not always easy, but you are making a difference and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloe11x
    United States3 years ago
  • Much Needed

    This is a unique podcast that addresses questions that few have the answers for. Vital listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RCS11367
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you Jill!!!

    Death isn’t something talked about! This podcast has helped me understand and see the death process in a new light! I no longer have to fear losing loved ones but actually I get so learn more about myself and then during the end of their life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marymc4
    United States3 years ago

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A unique show addressing questions few have answers for; vital listening.
Listeners find it thoughtful and practical, not only about loss but life and resilience.
Compassionate and inquisitive: guests share profound insights on death, grief, and living.
Has helped many reframe death and reduce fear through honest conversations.

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A Death Doula's Perspective on Grief with Nikki Smith aka Nikki the Death Doula
Q: Do you see anger and conflict often arising among family members when someone is dying?
Yes, a significant portion of clients experience family disagreements or denial; anger is common but must be managed without harming others, and acknowledging feelings is important.
A Death Doula's Perspective on Grief with Nikki Smith aka Nikki the Death Doula
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your background and what you do?
Nikki introduces herself as a death doula and grief coach, explains her roots in Columbus, Ohio, and discusses how her work grew from focusing on grief as a broader life experience, not just death.
Death Doulas and Hospice Nurses Talk Caregiving Community and Conscious Dying with Trish Rux and Jan Booth
Q: Could you point listeners to where they can find the book and related resources?
They direct listeners to the Death Dulas website for Dying Matters and note the book is available on Amazon and at a local Asheville bookstore, with further resources and contact information on deathdulas.com.
Death Doulas and Hospice Nurses Talk Caregiving Community and Conscious Dying with Trish Rux and Jan Booth
Q: So how do we build on the work that's already happening and scale it up in communities?
They emphasize identifying effective practices and grassroots growth, expanding caregiving beyond medical settings, and encouraging people to participate in community-based support networks.
Death Doulas and Hospice Nurses Talk Caregiving Community and Conscious Dying with Trish Rux and Jan Booth
Q: What's that experience been like in terms of shifts in perception about hospice and death doulas over the last several years?
They discuss gradual movement toward public understanding of hospice and doula roles, the slow pace of cultural change, and the ongoing need to educate the public about what these services truly entail.

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What is Seeing Death Clearly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Seen as a thought-provoking platform focused on death, dying, grief, and living well, the show features candid conversations with a range of guests—from death doulas and funeral directors to clinicians, researchers, and writers. Episodes commonly explore end-of-life planning, rituals, grief processing, and unconventional approaches to memorialization, often blending personal narratives with practical resources for caregivers and families. A standout element is the host's consistent emphasis on reducing fear around death by encouraging honest, present-minded discussions that are both empathetic and actionable for listeners. The format tends to pair expert insight with lived experience, making it useful for professionals seeking humane storyt... more

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1. Nikki Smith
2. Sarah Vosburgh
3. Anya Schultz
4. Steve Beal Sr.
5. Lila Glasoe Francese
6. Jan Booth
7. Trish Rux
8. Raymond Lavine

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