In this special episode of People I (Mostly) Admire, Steve Levitt speaks with the palliative physician B.J. Miller about modern medicine’s goal of “protecting a pulse at all costs.” Is there a better, even beautiful way to think about death and dying?

Shoshana Berger and B.J. Miller discuss managing the end of life, including navigating hidden costs and emotions. They highlight the importance of healthcare directives, seeking second opinions, and exploring physician-assisted dying. They also touch on the power of humor in end-of-life care.