Seeing Death Clearly Reflecting on Life, Death, and the Journey Ahead with Stephen Wilson
In this end-of-year episode of Seeing Death Clearly, host Jill McClennen sits down with her husband Steven to reflect on three years of podcasting. As the year 2025 closes, they discuss personal and professional highlights, stoicism, aging, and emotional experiences with death and grief. They delve into broader societal issues like elder care in the United States and the balance of everyday life. Jill also shares plans for future episodes, re-inviting past guests to explore their evolving perspectives. This candid conversation touches on navigating uncertainty, staying connected, and living intentionally.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:36 Reflecting on the Past Year
02:14 Guest Highlights and Future Plans
03:13 Navigating a Chaotic Year
06:47 Thoughts on Aging and Society
16:35 End of Life Conversations
21:33 Home Funerals and Personal Rituals
23:41 The Importance of Pre-Planning
24:22 Challenges in Discussing Mortality
28:18 Caregiving and Government Support
33:24 Reflections on Life and Death
41:08 Looking Forward to the Future
43:22 Podcast Appreciation and Future Plans
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