Sam Parnia

In this engaging discussion, Sam Parnia, an Associate Professor of Medicine at NYU Langone and author of Lucid Dying, challenges our understanding of death. He explores revolutionary research that suggests the possibility of reviving those declared dead and delves into intriguing near-death experiences that reveal heightened brain activity at life’s edge. Parnia raises profound ethical questions, discusses the evolving perceptions of consciousness, and underscores the significance of scientific inquiry in redefining life, death, and our purpose.

Sebastian Junger, an acclaimed journalist and author, shares his reflections on mortality and the afterlife, stemming from his own near-death experiences. Sam Parnia, an intensive care doctor at NYU, reveals groundbreaking research on near-death phenomena and how science is reshaping our understanding of life and death. They explore harrowing personal stories, the implications of consciousness during dying, and the transformative insights gained from encounters with deceased loved ones, prompting us to rethink our existential beliefs.