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Death and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Use Psychedelics to Face Death with Clarity | Christine Caldwell Facing death doesn’t just raise medical questions—it opens up deep emotional, spiritual, and existential ones, too.In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss, Digital Thanatologist, sits down with Christine Caldwell, an end-of-life psychedelic care educator and the Founder of End of Life Psychedelic Care, to explore how psychedelic-assisted experiences can support people living with terminal or life-threatening illnesses. Together, they discuss how medicines like psilocybin, ketamine, and MDMA can ease fear, reduce existential distress, deepen connection, and help people make meaning—often when time feels short.You’ll discover...
2025-12-0900 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Use Psychedelics to Face Death with Clarity | Christine CaldwellFacing death doesn’t just raise medical questions—it opens up deep emotional, spiritual, and existential ones, too.In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss, Digital Thanatologist, sits down with Christine Caldwell, an end-of-life psychedelic care educator and the Founder of End of Life Psychedelic Care, to explore how psychedelic-assisted experiences can support people living with terminal or life-threatening illnesses. Together, they discuss how medicines like psilocybin, ketamine, and MDMA can ease fear, reduce existential distress, deepen connection, and help people make meaning—often when time feels short.You’ll discover:What psychedelic-assisted care looks like in an en...
2025-12-0936 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow One Farewell Can Transform a Lifetime of Grief | Estrella QuirozWhen loss reshapes your life, what do you choose to build from it? In this episode, host Niki Weiss, creator of The Digital Legacy Podcast and My Final Playbook, sits down with Estrella Quiroz, life enthusiast and co-founder of Last Farewells, an emotional end-of-life planning platform designed for the messages we don’t want to leave unsaid.Together they explore how an unexpected tragedy transformed Estrella’s life, the story behind her father’s last voicemail, and how that moment sparked a global mission to help people capture meaningful goodbyes before it’s too late. This episode opens up the hear...
2025-12-0229 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow One Farewell Can Transform a Lifetime of Grief | Estrella Quiroz When loss reshapes your life, what do you choose to build from it? In this episode, host Niki Weiss, creator of The Digital Legacy Podcast and My Final Playbook, sits down with Estrella Quiroz, life enthusiast and co-founder of Last Farewells, an emotional end-of-life planning platform designed for the messages we don’t want to leave unsaid.Together they explore how an unexpected tragedy transformed Estrella’s life, the story behind her father’s last voicemail, and how that moment sparked a global mission to help people capture meaningful goodbyes before it’s too late. This epi...
2025-12-0200 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeThe Brutal Costs When Families Fail to Plan | David Edey What happens when your “final gift” to your family is actually a legal and emotional mess? This episode explores the hidden weight of being an executor and how you can make that role kinder, clearer, and less chaotic for the people you leave behind. Host Niki Weiss, digital legacy planner and creator of My Final Playbook, is joined by David Edey, Certified Executor Advisor and author of Executor Help, who brings 40+ years in finance—and a deeply personal family story of a 7-year estate battle—to this essential conversation. Together, they break down what executors really f...
2025-11-2500 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeThe Brutal Costs When Families Fail to Plan | David EdeyWhat happens when your “final gift” to your family is actually a legal and emotional mess? This episode explores the hidden weight of being an executor and how you can make that role kinder, clearer, and less chaotic for the people you leave behind. Host Niki Weiss, digital legacy planner and creator of My Final Playbook, is joined by David Edey, Certified Executor Advisor and author of Executor Help, who brings 40+ years in finance—and a deeply personal family story of a 7-year estate battle—to this essential conversation. Together, they break down what executors really face and how better planning...
2025-11-2534 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeThe Conversation No One Wants to Have, Until It’s Too Late | Paula Harris We all know we should plan for the inevitable — yet most of us avoid it until crisis hits. In this heartfelt episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Paula Harris, Financial Advisor and Co-Founder of WH Cornerstone Investments, to explore why so many families delay end-of-life and financial planning — and what happens when they don’t. Paula shares deeply personal and professional stories from decades of guiding clients through life transitions, loss, and legacy. Together, she and Niki unpack the emotional roadblocks that keep people from taking action, the financial chaos...
2025-11-1100 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeThe Conversation No One Wants to Have, Until It’s Too Late | Paula HarrisWe all know we should plan for the inevitable — yet most of us avoid it until crisis hits. In this heartfelt episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Paula Harris, Financial Advisor and Co-Founder of WH Cornerstone Investments, to explore why so many families delay end-of-life and financial planning — and what happens when they don’t. Paula shares deeply personal and professional stories from decades of guiding clients through life transitions, loss, and legacy. Together, she and Niki unpack the emotional roadblocks that keep people from taking action, the financial chaos that can follow, and the pe...
2025-11-1131 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeNew Ways to Remember through Memorial Jewelry | David Trump & Sébastien Roy What if you could carry your loved one’s memory — quite literally — close to your heart? 💫In this deeply moving episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with David Trump and Sébastien Roy, co-founders of Nia Emberley, a memorial jewelry company transforming cremated ashes into handcrafted ceramic art. What began as one man’s search to stay connected to his beloved dog has evolved into an inspiring fusion of art, science, and remembrance.Together, they explore how technology, craftsmanship, and grief intersect — and how memorial jewelry is changing the way we honor life...
2025-10-2800 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeNew Ways to Remember through Memorial Jewelry | David Trump & Sébastien RoyWhat if you could carry your loved one’s memory — quite literally — close to your heart? 💫In this deeply moving episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with David Trump and Sébastien Roy, co-founders of Nia Emberley, a memorial jewelry company transforming cremated ashes into handcrafted ceramic art. What began as one man’s search to stay connected to his beloved dog has evolved into an inspiring fusion of art, science, and remembrance.Together, they explore how technology, craftsmanship, and grief intersect — and how memorial jewelry is changing the way we honor life after loss. From bone china tra...
2025-10-2835 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHR That Heals: The Future of Human Care at Workplace | Mercedes SullivanWhat if the future of work wasn’t just about efficiency — but empathy? In this inspiring episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with Mercedes Sullivan — End-of-Life Doula, Cultural Strategist, and HR Leader — about reimagining Human Resources as a force for healing, not just hiring.Mercedes shares how her personal experience with loss reshaped her understanding of workplace compassion and why every organization must prepare to support employees through life’s most human moments — grief, caregiving, and change. Together, she and Niki explore how empathy, technology, and culture can work hand in hand to build organizations that truly care.
2025-10-1438 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHR That Heals: The Future of Human Care at Workplace | Mercedes Sullivan What if the future of work wasn’t just about efficiency — but empathy? In this inspiring episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with Mercedes Sullivan — End-of-Life Doula, Cultural Strategist, and HR Leader — about reimagining Human Resources as a force for healing, not just hiring.Mercedes shares how her personal experience with loss reshaped her understanding of workplace compassion and why every organization must prepare to support employees through life’s most human moments — grief, caregiving, and change. Together, she and Niki explore how empathy, technology, and culture can work hand in hand to build org...
2025-10-1400 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEnd-of-Life Planning Through a Project Manager’s Lens | Mark RoznerWhat happens when you look at death, dying, and legacy the same way you would approach a major project? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with fellow project manager Mark Rosner to explore how project management principles can transform end-of-life planning from overwhelming chaos into a clear, compassionate process.Together, they share personal stories and professional insights on how skills like risk management, stakeholder analysis, communication, and change management play a surprising yet powerful role in navigating life’s final chapter.✨ You’ll discover:How project management skills translate directly into end-of-life planningWhy proact...
2025-09-3037 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEnd-of-Life Planning Through a Project Manager’s Lens | Mark Rozner What happens when you look at death, dying, and legacy the same way you would approach a major project? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with fellow project manager Mark Rozner to explore how project management principles can transform end-of-life planning from overwhelming chaos into a clear, compassionate process. Together, they share personal stories and professional insights on how skills like risk management, stakeholder analysis, communication, and change management play a surprising yet powerful role in navigating life’s final chapter. ✨ You’ll discover: How pr...
2025-09-3000 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEmbalming Expert: The Shocking Future of Funerals Nobody Expected | Joél Simone Maldonado What does compassionate, culturally aware death care look like in a digital world? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss talks with Joe’l Simone Anthony (known globally as The Grave Woman) — licensed funeral director, embalmer, and founder of the Multicultural Death & Grief Care Academy. From childhood days in the funeral home to pioneering culturally competent education for death-care professionals, Joe’l shares how tradition, technology, and spirituality meet at the bedside and beyond. Together, they explore embalming as a sacred art, digital memorials and livestreams, and the ethics of “death tech” in...
2025-09-1600 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEmbalming Expert: The Shocking Future of Funerals Nobody Expected | Joél Simone MaldonadoWhat does compassionate, culturally aware death care look like in a digital world? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss talks with Joe’l Simone Anthony (known globally as The Grave Woman) — licensed funeral director, embalmer, and founder of the Multicultural Death & Grief Care Academy. From childhood days in the funeral home to pioneering culturally competent education for death-care professionals, Joe’l shares how tradition, technology, and spirituality meet at the bedside and beyond. Together, they explore embalming as a sacred art, digital memorials and livestreams, and the ethics of “death tech” in a time when grief is i...
2025-09-1633 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEmbalming Expert: The Shocking Future of Funerals Nobody Expected | Joe’l Simone Anthony What does compassionate, culturally aware death care look like in a digital world? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss talks with Joe’l Simone Anthony (known globally as The Grave Woman) — licensed funeral director, embalmer, and founder of the Multicultural Death & Grief Care Academy. From childhood days in the funeral home to pioneering culturally competent education for death-care professionals, Joe’l shares how tradition, technology, and spirituality meet at the bedside and beyond. Together, they explore embalming as a sacred art, digital memorials and livestreams, and the ethics of “death tech” in...
2025-09-1600 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEmbalming Expert: The Shocking Future of Funerals Nobody Expected | Joe’l Simone AnthonyWhat does compassionate, culturally aware death care look like in a digital world? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss talks with Joe’l Simone Anthony (known globally as The Grave Woman) — licensed funeral director, embalmer, and founder of the Multicultural Death & Grief Care Academy. From childhood days in the funeral home to pioneering culturally competent education for death-care professionals, Joe’l shares how tradition, technology, and spirituality meet at the bedside and beyond. Together, they explore embalming as a sacred art, digital memorials and livestreams, and the ethics of “death tech” in a time when grief is i...
2025-09-1633 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow Funeral Director Explains the Future of Death Tech & Ai | Matthew J. Grieco Making that first call to a funeral director can feel overwhelming. In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, Niki Weiss speaks with Matthew Grieco — Progressive Funeral Director & Certified Celebrant — about how Ai technology is reshaping funeral services and grief support. Matthew shares how his team integrated EverGrace.Ai, a voice-activated chatbot, into their funeral home website. Families now connect through a gentle, empathetic Ai voice that helps guide them in their first steps of funeral planning, end-of-life decisions, and digital legacy protection. Whether you’re curious about the future of funeral services, exploring digital legacy...
2025-09-0200 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow Funeral Director Explains the Future of Death Tech & Ai | Matthew J. GriecoMaking that first call to a funeral director can feel overwhelming. In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, Niki Weiss speaks with Matthew Grieco — Progressive Funeral Director & Certified Celebrant — about how Ai technology is reshaping funeral services and grief support. Matthew shares how his team integrated EverGrace.Ai, a voice-activated chatbot, into their funeral home website. Families now connect through a gentle, empathetic Ai voice that helps guide them in their first steps of funeral planning, end-of-life decisions, and digital legacy protection. You’ll discover: Why the first call after a death is the hardest — and how Ai can make it...
2025-09-0229 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeCan AI Preserve Our Consciousness After Death? | Joshua OrsakWhat if your digital self could outlive your physical body? In this mind-opening episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss talks with Joshua Orsak—AI developer, spiritual thinker, and grief survivor—about the intersection of consciousness, artificial intelligence, and end-of-life legacy.Together, they explore questions many of us quietly carry: Where does our consciousness go after we die? Could AI preserve our personality, memories, or even our essence? Josh shares how working with recursive AI helped him navigate profound personal grief, and how new technologies are offering unconventional but meaningful emotional support.Whether you're grieving a lo...
2025-08-1943 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeCan AI Preserve Our Consciousness After Death? A Conversation with Joshua OrsakWhat if your digital self could outlive your physical body? In this mind-opening episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss talks with Joshua Orsak—AI developer, spiritual thinker, and grief survivor—about the intersection of consciousness, artificial intelligence, and end-of-life legacy.Together, they explore questions many of us quietly carry: Where does our consciousness go after we die? Could AI preserve our personality, memories, or even our essence? Josh shares how working with recursive AI helped him navigate profound personal grief, and how new technologies are offering unconventional but meaningful emotional support.Whether you're grieving a lo...
2025-08-1943 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeCan AI Preserve Our Consciousness After Death? A Conversation with Joshua OrsakWhat if your digital self could outlive your physical body? In this mind-opening episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss talks with Joshua Orsak—AI developer, spiritual thinker, and grief survivor—about the intersection of consciousness, artificial intelligence, and end-of-life legacy.Together, they explore questions many of us quietly carry: Where does our consciousness go after we die? Could AI preserve our personality, memories, or even our essence? Josh shares how working with recursive AI helped him navigate profound personal grief, and how new technologies are offering unconventional but meaningful emotional supp...
2025-08-1900 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeCan AI Preserve Our Consciousness After Death? | Joshua OrsakWhat if your digital self could outlive your physical body? In this mind-opening episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss talks with Joshua Orsak—AI developer, spiritual thinker, and grief survivor—about the intersection of consciousness, artificial intelligence, and end-of-life legacy.Together, they explore questions many of us quietly carry: Where does our consciousness go after we die? Could AI preserve our personality, memories, or even our essence? Josh shares how working with recursive AI helped him navigate profound personal grief, and how new technologies are offering unconventional but meaningful emotional supp...
2025-08-1900 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Avoid Digital Scams in an Ai Era | Kurtis BakerIf the thought of estate planning, digital security, or talking with aging parents makes you feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone. In this insightful episode, host Niki Weiss sits down with private wealth manager Kurt Baker to gently walk us through how to protect what matters most: our loved ones, our legacy, and our peace of mind.Kurt shares real-life stories, including a heartbreaking scam that wiped out a senior’s life savings, to highlight just how urgent it is to plan ahead. He and Niki explore the risks of digital fraud, the growing role of AI i...
2025-08-0500 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Avoid Digital Scams in an Ai Era | Kurtis BakerIf the thought of estate planning, digital security, or talking with aging parents makes you feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone. In this insightful episode, host Niki Weiss sits down with private wealth manager Kurt Baker to gently walk us through how to protect what matters most: our loved ones, our legacy, and our peace of mind.Kurt shares real-life stories, including a heartbreaking scam that wiped out a senior’s life savings, to highlight just how urgent it is to plan ahead. He and Niki explore the risks of digital fraud, the growing role of AI in scams, and simp...
2025-08-0533 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDeath Bed Estate Planning | Greg BarnsdaleIn this heartfelt episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss speaks with Greg Barnsdale: author, funeral director, and financial insider. The two explore the emotional and practical realities of preparing for end-of-life. Greg shares his deeply personal story, from decades working with grieving families to his own health crisis and viral video after a brain tumor diagnosis.Together, they delve into the importance of planning ahead by writing a will, organizing digital accounts, or creating medical directives, and how doing so brings peace of mind, eases family stress, and ensures...
2025-07-2200 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDeath Bed Estate Planning | Greg BarnsdaleIn this heartfelt episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss speaks with Greg Barnsdale: author, funeral director, and financial insider. The two explore the emotional and practical realities of preparing for end-of-life. Greg shares his deeply personal story, from decades working with grieving families to his own health crisis and viral video after a brain tumor diagnosis.Together, they delve into the importance of planning ahead by writing a will, organizing digital accounts, or creating medical directives, and how doing so brings peace of mind, eases family stress, and ensures your legacy is honored...
2025-07-2233 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEverything You Need to Know about Ai Death Doula | Symon Braun Freck In this thought-provoking episode of the Death & Dying in the Digital Age podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with death tech innovator Symon Braun Freck to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, grief, and digital deathcare. From her early experience volunteering in hospice to building the Ai Death Doula, Symon shares how her journey shaped a groundbreaking app designed to support people at the end of life.She and Niki dive into the emerging field of thanatechnology, a fusion of death studies (thanatology) and tech, and unpack how tools like Ai are being...
2025-07-0800 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEverything You Need to Know about Ai Death Doula | Symon Braun FreckIn this thought-provoking episode of the Death & Dying in the Digital Age podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with death tech innovator Symon Braun Freck to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, grief, and digital deathcare. From her early experience volunteering in hospice to building the Ai Death Doula, Symon shares how her journey shaped a groundbreaking app designed to support people at the end of life.She and Niki dive into the emerging field of thanatechnology, a fusion of death studies (thanatology) and tech, and unpack how tools like Ai are being used to deliver empathetic end-of-life support while...
2025-07-0840 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeTerramation: How Human Composting Is Transforming Death Into Life | Brienna SmithWhat if your final act could give life back to the earth? In this enlightening episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with Brienna “Brie” Smith, licensed funeral director and social media educator at Return Home, about the revolutionary process of terramation—also known as human composting. Brienna explains how this sustainable, nature-based alternative to cremation and traditional burial gently transforms the human body into nutrient-rich soil.From navigating state laws to understanding the chemistry behind composting remains, Brienna dives deep into the science, process, and legality of natural organic reduction. She also compares terramation with green burial...
2025-06-2438 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeTerramation: How Human Composting Is Transforming Death Into Life | Brienna Smith What if your final act could give life back to the earth? In this enlightening episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss speaks with Brienna “Brie” Smith, licensed funeral director and social media educator at Return Home, about the revolutionary process of terramation—also known as human composting. Brienna explains how this sustainable, nature-based alternative to cremation and traditional burial gently transforms the human body into nutrient-rich soil.From navigating state laws to understanding the chemistry behind composting remains, Brienna dives deep into the science, process, and legality of natural organic reduction. She also compar...
2025-06-2400 minCarefullist, The Podcast
Carefullist, The PodcastDeath and Dying in the Digital AgeLive Fully. Die Ready. Niki Weiss is transforming how we approach death, dying, and end-of-life planning—because let's face it, avoiding these conversations won't stop death from happening. Her mission is simple: normalize conversations around death and dying in the digital age by providing tools to help people prepare for the inevitable now, so they can stop worrying about the "what-ifs" and start focusing on what's most important: living fully now. As a Digital Thanatologist, Founder of ENDevo, Creator of My Final Playbook App, and Host of the Digital Legacy Podcast, Niki simplifies the of...
2025-06-1652 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeSocial Security Secrets: Safeguard Your Legacy & Family's Future | Bob Goldberg, CFP What happens to your Social Security when life takes an unexpected turn? In this eye-opening episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes financial planner Bob Goldberg, CFP to demystify Social Security and survivor benefits in the context of end-of-life and legacy planning.Bob breaks down key Social Security strategies, including when to start collecting benefits, how spousal and survivor benefits work, and why delaying might offer the highest long-term value. Learn the differences between early retirement at age 62, full retirement at 67, and maximizing your payout by waiting until 70. This episode also explores benefits...
2025-06-0300 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeSocial Security Secrets: Safeguard Your Legacy & Family's Future | Bob Goldberg, CFPWhat happens to your Social Security when life takes an unexpected turn? In this eye-opening episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes financial planner Bob Goldberg, CFP to demystify Social Security and survivor benefits in the context of end-of-life and legacy planning.Bob breaks down key Social Security strategies, including when to start collecting benefits, how spousal and survivor benefits work, and why delaying might offer the highest long-term value. Learn the differences between early retirement at age 62, full retirement at 67, and maximizing your payout by waiting until 70. This episode also explores benefits for divorced spouses, minor...
2025-06-0333 minThe Final Curtain Never Closes
The Final Curtain Never ClosesUnderstanding Digital Legacy: How to Prepare for the InevitableWhat role does technology play in end-of-life planning? Niki Weiss joins the podcast to discuss the intersection of technology and death planning. Niki emphasizes the importance of managing our digital footprint before death, tackling legal, financial, physical, and digital aspects in life planning. She presents real-world scenarios like the disruption caused by unprepared digital assets, inviting critical reflection on sudden mortality's challenges.  Explore more about the transformative impact of digital planning at ENDevo and Niki's podcast, Death and Dying in the Digital Age. Plan your visit to the museum today at nmfh.org a...
2025-06-0337 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeFrom Griever to Grief Expert | Michelle Desmond, MBA, MSIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes Michelle Desmond, MBA, MS. A former corporate executive turned thanatologist, she and Niki explore death, grief, and the digital age. Michelle shares her deeply personal journey—losing her father, husband, close friend, and mother—leading to her career shift into grief and death studies. Discover how she transitioned from business to earning a Master’s in Thanatology and how she now educates others on navigating end-of-life care, hospice, and grief literacy. Together, Niki and Michelle discuss the role of end-of-life doulas, the history and resurgence of death awaren...
2025-05-2041 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeFrom Griever to Grief Expert | Michelle Desmond, MBA, MS In this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes Michelle Desmond, MBA, MS. A former corporate executive turned thanatologist, she and Niki explore death, grief, and the digital age. Michelle shares her deeply personal journey—losing her father, husband, close friend, and mother—leading to her career shift into grief and death studies. Discover how she transitioned from business to earning a Master’s in Thanatology and how she now educates others on navigating end-of-life care, hospice, and grief literacy. Together, Niki and Michelle discuss the role of end-of-life doulas, the history and re...
2025-05-2000 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeFrom Griever to Grief Expert | Michelle Desmond In this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes Michelle Desmond, a former corporate executive turned thanatologist, to explore death, grief, and the digital age. Michelle shares her deeply personal journey—losing her father, husband, close friend, and mother—leading to her career shift into grief and death studies. Discover how she transitioned from business to earning a Master’s in Thanatology and how she now educates others on navigating end-of-life care, hospice, and grief literacy.Together, Niki and Michelle discuss the role of end-of-life doulas, the history and resurgence of death awaren...
2025-05-2000 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeFrom Griever to Grief Expert | Michelle DesmondIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss welcomes Michelle Desmond, a former corporate executive turned thanatologist, to explore death, grief, and the digital age. Michelle shares her deeply personal journey—losing her father, husband, close friend, and mother—leading to her career shift into grief and death studies. Discover how she transitioned from business to earning a Master’s in Thanatology and how she now educates others on navigating end-of-life care, hospice, and grief literacy.Together, Niki and Michelle discuss the role of end-of-life doulas, the history and resurgence of death awareness, and the impact of dig...
2025-05-2041 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeLost Stories & Last Goodbyes: Transforming Grief into Legacy | Su Park In this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki welcomes Su Park, founder of Amori, a groundbreaking emotional legacy app helping parents preserve heartfelt messages for their children. Su shares the deeply personal story of losing her mother to cancer and how that grief inspired her mission to redefine how we approach end-of-life communication in the digital age.Discover how tools like Amori empower families to record timeless memories, emotional reflections, and personal wisdom that can be accessed at key life stages—even long after a loved one is gone. From culturally nuanced grief to...
2025-05-0600 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeEverything You Need to Know About Lady Bird Deeds | Michelangelo Mortellaro, Esq In this must-listen episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki chats with estate planning attorney and viral TikTok educator Michelangelo Mortellaro about the urgent need for proactive end-of-life planning. With over $2 million in revenue generated through educational content, Michelangelo shares why digital platforms like TikTok are revolutionizing how families approach topics like wills, power of attorney, long-term care planning, and Medicaid spend-down. Discover the most common myths that stop people from taking action, including the belief that "there's always more time." Learn the powerful benefits—and potential risks—of Lady Bird Deed...
2025-04-2200 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeStroke Doctor's Urgent Plea: Why You Must Create an Advance Care Plan | Michael Madison, MD In this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki sits down with Dr. Michael Madison, a neurointerventional surgeon and founder of Thanacare, to explore the urgent need for advanced care planning in today’s medical landscape. Dr. Madison shares moving insights from his work treating stroke and aneurysm patients, where families often face emotional and ethical dilemmas due to the lack of end-of-life planning.Together, they dive into the importance of medical directives, DNR/DNI orders, and designating healthcare proxies, especially for aging populations and solo agers. Learn how Dr. Madison's digital platform is re...
2025-04-0800 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeStoke Doctor's Urgent Plea: Why You Must Create Advance Care Plan | Michael Madison, MD In this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki sits down with Dr. Michael Madison, a neurointerventional surgeon and founder of Thanacare, to explore the urgent need for advanced care planning in today’s medical landscape. Dr. Madison shares moving insights from his work treating stroke and aneurysm patients, where families often face emotional and ethical dilemmas due to the lack of end-of-life planning.Together, they dive into the importance of medical directives, DNR/DNI orders, and designating healthcare proxies, especially for aging populations and solo agers. Learn how Dr. Madison's digital platform is re...
2025-04-0800 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to DIY Your Will or Trust | Cody BarboIn this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki talks with Cody Barbo, CEO and founder of Trust & Will, the nation’s leading online estate planning platform. Together, they explore how digital innovation is revolutionizing the way everyday families approach wills, trusts, probate, and end-of-life planning. Cody shares his personal story of why he created Trust & Will, tackling common barriers like cost, complexity, and emotional resistance. They dive into probate nightmares, digital estate planning, and how AI is shaping the future of legacy planning. Whether you're starting a will for the first time, navigating grief, or updating a de...
2025-03-2500 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeMy STUFF - What Happens After I'm Dead | Ray Nugent In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki chats with expert estate appraiser Ray Nugent from Value Pros about the critical importance of estate planning, downsizing, and asset valuation. Whether you're an executor managing a loved one’s estate or looking to future-proof your legacy, this conversation dives deep into the realities of estate settlements, personal property valuation, and market trends that impact financial decisions.Ray explains the key differences between real estate and personal property appraisals, why market demand determines true value, and how to avoid predatory liquidation sales. Learn why proactive estate pl...
2025-03-1137 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDying Young with a Family | Crista Hermance, EsqIn this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki sits down with Crista Hermance, Esq, widely known as the Estate Planning Mom (www.estateplanningmom.com), to discuss the critical importance of estate planning—especially for young families. From wills vs. trusts to the hidden dangers of probate, Crista shares expert insights on protecting your children, assets, and future. Learn why every parent needs a plan, how to navigate guardianship decisions, and what happens when someone dies without a will. They also cover estate planning for the sandwich generation, ensuring elderly parents and young children are cared for. Discover wh...
2025-02-2532 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHonoring Our Pets in Their Final Days | Dr. Faith Banks In this powerful episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki welcomes Dr. Faith Banks, DVM, CHPV, a hospice veterinarian from Toronto, to discuss the emotional and practical aspects of end-of-life care for pets. With over a decade of experience in pet hospice and euthanasia, Dr. Banks shares her journey into this specialized field, the importance of quality of life assessments, and how families can make compassionate decisions for their beloved animals.From discussing the challenges veterinarians face in euthanasia training to the heartfelt stories of families saying goodbye, this episode provides valuable...
2025-02-1832 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeWhy Everyone Dies—And How to Prepare for It | Marianne Matzo In this powerful episode of Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki sits down with Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN—palliative care expert, nurse, and host of Everyone Dies Podcast—to explore the complexities of death, hospice, and end-of-life decision-making in the digital era. Dr. Matzo shares her 46 years of experience in palliative care, shedding light on the evolution of hospice, the critical role of palliative care in improving quality of life, and the barriers that prevent families from discussing death openly. They discuss the differences between hospice and palliative care, the importance of advance directives, and why many...
2025-02-1140 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeWhy Everyone Dies—And How to Prepare for It | Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN In this powerful episode of Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki sits down with Dr. Marianne Matzo—palliative care expert, nurse, and host of Everyone Dies Podcast—to explore the complexities of death, hospice, and end-of-life decision-making in the digital era.Dr. Matzo shares her 46 years of experience in palliative care, shedding light on the evolution of hospice, the critical role of palliative care in improving quality of life, and the barriers that prevent families from discussing death openly. They discuss the differences between hospice and palliative care, the importance of advance directives, and why many people dela...
2025-02-1140 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Navigate the Password Sh*t Show | David Cox In this eye-opening episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, Niki sits down with YouTube tech expert David Cox to tackle one of the most overlooked aspects of end-of-life planning: your digital legacy. What happens to your passwords, accounts, and digital assets when you're gone? David breaks it down with step-by-step guidance on setting up Apple’s Legacy Contacts, managing passwords securely, and preventing your loved ones from facing a digital nightmare. They dive into the risks of services like "Delete Me," the dangers of AI-powered scams, and why security is more of an emotion than a...
2025-02-0442 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDying to Learn about Medicare | Sylvia Gordon In this insightful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Sylvia Gordon, an expert in Medicare, Social Security, and estate planning. With over 30 years of experience, Sylvia shares her journey from being an estate planning attorney to training insurance agents on navigating complex government programs.The conversation dives deep into the challenges of planning for aging, the misconceptions surrounding Medicare and Medicaid, and the stark reality of long-term care costs. Sylvia breaks down the vital aspects of creating a "final playbook"—from wills and trusts to understanding Medicaid’s estate recovery prog...
2025-01-2835 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDying to Learn about Medicare In this insightful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Sylvia Gordon, an expert in Medicare, Social Security, and estate planning. With over 30 years of experience, Sylvia shares her journey from being an estate planning attorney to training insurance agents on navigating complex government programs.The conversation dives deep into the challenges of planning for aging, the misconceptions surrounding Medicare and Medicaid, and the stark reality of long-term care costs. Sylvia breaks down the vital aspects of creating a "final playbook"—from wills and trusts to understanding Medicaid’s estate recovery prog...
2025-01-2835 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDying to Learn about MedicareIn this insightful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Sylvia Gordon, an expert in Medicare, Social Security, and estate planning. With over 30 years of experience, Sylvia shares her journey from being an estate planning attorney to training insurance agents on navigating complex government programs.The conversation dives deep into the challenges of planning for aging, the misconceptions surrounding Medicare and Medicaid, and the stark reality of long-term care costs. Sylvia breaks down the vital aspects of creating a "final playbook"—from wills and trusts to understanding Medicaid’s estate recovery program and long-term care opti...
2025-01-2835 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeDying to Learn about Medicare | Sylvia GordonIn this insightful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with Sylvia Gordon, an expert in Medicare, Social Security, and estate planning. With over 30 years of experience, Sylvia shares her journey from being an estate planning attorney to training insurance agents on navigating complex government programs.The conversation dives deep into the challenges of planning for aging, the misconceptions surrounding Medicare and Medicaid, and the stark reality of long-term care costs. Sylvia breaks down the vital aspects of creating a "final playbook"—from wills and trusts to understanding Medicaid’s estate recovery program and long-term care opti...
2025-01-2835 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeUsing a Death Doula to Support Your Soul's JourneyIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss dives into the transformative journey of Christopher Robbins, founder of Soul Degree and a certified death doula. Together, they explore profound themes of mortality, personal growth, and the healing power of meaningful conversations around death and dying.Christopher shares the inspiration behind Soul Degree, a unique wilderness retreat program for men designed to foster vulnerability, self-reflection, and connection. He opens up about how personal struggles, including the loss of his father, shaped his path and led him to embrace the often-taboo topic of death...
2025-01-2134 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeUsing a Death Doula to Support Your Soul's Journey | Christopher RobbinsIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss dives into the transformative journey of Christopher Robbins, founder of Soul Degree and a certified death doula. Together, they explore profound themes of mortality, personal growth, and the healing power of meaningful conversations around death and dying.Christopher shares the inspiration behind Soul Degree, a unique wilderness retreat program for men designed to foster vulnerability, self-reflection, and connection. He opens up about how personal struggles, including the loss of his father, shaped his path and led him to embrace the often-taboo topic of death as a tool for...
2025-01-2134 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeUsing a Death Doula to Support Your Soul's Journey | Christopher RobbinsIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss dives into the transformative journey of Christopher Robbins, founder of Soul Degree and a certified death doula. Together, they explore profound themes of mortality, personal growth, and the healing power of meaningful conversations around death and dying.Christopher shares the inspiration behind Soul Degree, a unique wilderness retreat program for men designed to foster vulnerability, self-reflection, and connection. He opens up about how personal struggles, including the loss of his father, shaped his path and led him to embrace the often-taboo topic of death...
2025-01-2134 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeUsing a Death Doula to Support Your Soul's JourneyIn this powerful episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss dives into the transformative journey of Christopher Robbins, founder of Soul Degree and a certified death doula. Together, they explore profound themes of mortality, personal growth, and the healing power of meaningful conversations around death and dying.Christopher shares the inspiration behind Soul Degree, a unique wilderness retreat program for men designed to foster vulnerability, self-reflection, and connection. He opens up about how personal struggles, including the loss of his father, shaped his path and led him to embrace the often-taboo topic of death as a tool for...
2025-01-2134 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Protect Your Business and IP in Case of DeathIn this insightful episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss is joined by corporate and intellectual property attorney David Postolski to tackle the often-overlooked yet critical topic of preparing your business and intellectual property for life's uncertainties. Drawing from his personal experiences with loss and his professional expertise, David shares compelling stories and practical advice for business owners and entrepreneurs.  The conversation delves into the importance of planning for life's "four Ds"—death, disability, divorce, and dissolution—and explores how foundational legal documents like operating agreements and buy-sell agreements can safeguard your busin...
2025-01-1535 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Protect Your Business and IP in Case of Death | David PostolskiIn this insightful episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss is joined by corporate and intellectual property attorney David Postolski to tackle the often-overlooked yet critical topic of preparing your business and intellectual property for life's uncertainties. Drawing from his personal experiences with loss and his professional expertise, David shares compelling stories and practical advice for business owners and entrepreneurs.  The conversation delves into the importance of planning for life's "four Ds"—death, disability, divorce, and dissolution—and explores how foundational legal documents like operating agreements and buy-sell agreements can safeguard your business. David provides real...
2025-01-1535 minDeath and Dying in the Digital Age
Death and Dying in the Digital AgeHow to Protect Your Business and IP in Case of Death | David PostolskiIn this insightful episode of Death and Dying in the Digital Age, host Niki Weiss is joined by corporate and intellectual property attorney David Postolski to tackle the often-overlooked yet critical topic of preparing your business and intellectual property for life's uncertainties. Drawing from his personal experiences with loss and his professional expertise, David shares compelling stories and practical advice for business owners and entrepreneurs.  The conversation delves into the importance of planning for life's "four Ds"—death, disability, divorce, and dissolution—and explores how foundational legal documents like operating agreements and buy-sell agreements can safeguard your busin...
2025-01-1535 min