Bad news: we’re all going to die. Good news: it might be the best motivation you’ll ever have. In It’s Okay, We’re All Gonna Die, Hospice Nurse Julie brings her honest, compassionate, and surprisingly funny perspective from years at the bedside of people at the end of life. Through conversations with guests and real questions from listeners, Julie opens up the discussion most people avoid: death. But this podcast isn’t about being morbid. It’s about getting real. Because when you understand how life ends, you start to see more clearly how to live: love your people, stop sweating the small stuff, and focus on what actually matters. If we’re all going to die anyway, let's learn how to really live first.
If we're all going to die, why are we so determined NOT to talk about it? And what might we actually be missing by keeping death at arm's length? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with world-famous bestselling author, speaker, and Oprah’s very own spiritual advisor, Marianne Williamson , for a conversation that goes straight into the one topic most of us would rather avoid: death. They talk about why having honest conversations about dying can actually change the way we experience it, and why preparing for death might have less to do with learning how to die and a whole lot more to do with learning how to love. Julie and Marianne also dive into the big questions about life, fear, and dying: Why are we so afraid of death? Is physical death really the end? And what about those mysterious things people often experience as they get closer to the end, like seeing a boat? This is a great episode that reminds us all that maybe the conversation we're most afraid is actually the conversation that could teach us how to live a whole lot better. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
The Strength You Haven't Needed Yet with Jenn Cassetta
1 hr 3 min
What if the hardest moments of your life are actually preparing you for the strength you'll need later? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with fourth-degree black belt, motivational speaker, podcast host, and bestselling author of The Art of Badassery , Jenn Cassetta , for a powerful conversation about resilience, grief, and learning how to "embrace the suck." Julie opens up about the personal loss that changed her forever and the grief that shaped the way she sees life, death, and healing. Jenn shares the moments that shaped her own journey, from surviving 9/11 and the phone call she thought might be her last with her mom, to losing her father and discovering unexpected signs that made her feel he was still with her. Through the chat, the two share how loss can create strength, why we often discover our biggest capabilities during our hardest seasons, and how resilience isn't about avoiding the takedowns, but about learning how to get back up. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
The Biology of Safety with Dr. Dave Rabin
55 min
What if the reason you feel stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed isn't because you're broken... but because your body has forgotten what safety feels like? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and Apollo Neuroscience co-founder, Dr. Dave Rabin , for a fascinating conversation about why so many of us are stuck in survival mode, and how to get out. Dr. Rabin explains how modern life has normalized chronic stress, what information overload is doing to our brains and bodies, and why so many people no longer feel truly safe. Julie and Dr. Rabin also unpack ambient terror , the hidden cost of convenience and comfort, the BS in and around the biohacking craze, and why psychedelic therapy may help some people re-learn safety. This is a great conversation that brings up the question: What if the key to living better isn't doing more, but learning how to finally feel safe being ourselves? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
When Your Old Life Dies with Lindi Marcusen
1 hr 6 min
What happens when the life you planned disappears in an instant? Just 13 days after her wedding, Lindi Marcusen survived a catastrophic car accident that left her fighting for her life. Five and a half weeks later, she woke up to discover she'd lost her leg, suffered a traumatic brain injury, and would have to rebuild a life she no longer recognized. This week, Lindi joins Nurse Julie to share the haunting moments before the crash, the extraordinary near-death experience that changed her forever, what it means to grieve the "old you," and her continuous journey of putting together the missing pieces from that tragic day. Julie and Lindi also unpack "the rally," the phenomenon of phantom pain, and how Lindi went from ICU patient to record-holding Paralympian. This episode is a great reminder that sometimes the end of the life you imagined becomes the beginning of the life you were meant to live. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
A Death Doula’s Guide to Living with Alua Arthur
59 min
What can a death doula teach us about living? Turns out... quite a lot. Nurse Julie sits down with bestselling author and founder of Going with Grace , Alua Arthur , for a conversation about fear, purpose, regret, and the moments that remind us what really matters. After years of helping people through life’s final chapter, Alua has become one of the world’s leading death doulas, and what she’s learned might change the way you live. Alua explains what a death doula actually does, the most common (and surprising) regrets people have at the end of life, and how our fear of death often “lives within someone else.” Julie and Alua also unpack the biggest misconceptions about death, how grief can point us toward the life we're meant to live, and whether dying well is something everyone can achieve. This episode is a great reminder that the people closest to death often have the clearest perspective on what makes life worth living. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
It's Never Too Late with Hospice Nurse Penny
56 min
What if the best chapter of your life hasn't happened yet? This week, Julie sits down with fellow hospice nurse and social media favorite, Hospice Nurse Penny , for one of the most surprising conversations of the season. Before she was helping families navigate the end of life, Penny was living a very different life, complete with bad decisions, a few trips to jail, and one unforgettable encounter with a police officer that changed everything. Together, Julie and Penny share how they met, what hospice care really looks like, the biggest myths people get wrong about dying, and the powerful lessons they've learned from patients over the years. Penny also opens up about her own fear of death, the patient she'll never forget, and why it's never too late to become the person you're meant to be. It's funny, honest, inspiring, and proof that no matter where you've been, your story isn't over yet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
You're Not Broken. You're Grieving. (with Meghan Riordan Jarvis)
1 hr 8 min
Have you ever felt relief after something painful ended... and then immediately felt guilty for feeling relieved? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with grief expert Meghan Riordan Jarvis for a fascinating conversation about the emotions nobody prepares us for. From guilt and shame to rumination and anticipatory grief, Meghan reveals why grief often disguises itself as something else, and why so many of us miss the signs. Julie and Meghan also discuss the very common relief-guilt-shame cycle, how to navigate those impossible moments, and what it actually means to move grief from a noun into a verb. If you've ever wondered whether you're grieving, carrying too much guilt, or struggling to move forward after a loss, this episode is packed with tips for finding your way back to shore. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
The Other Side of Life with Anita Moorjani
1 hr 0 min
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't death... it's fear? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with Anita Moorjani , bestselling author of Dying to Be Me and one of the world's most well-known near-death experience survivors. After a four-year battle with cancer, Anita fell into a 30-hour coma that completely changed the way she sees life, death, and herself. Anita shares the profound sense of peace she encountered, the lessons she brought back from that experience, and why she believes healing starts long before the body catches up. Julie and Anita also explore the consequences of people-pleasing, why spiritual intuition diminishes as we get older, and how coming face-to-face with death can become one of the most powerful invitations to finally start living. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
The Grief Paradox with David Ferrugio
52 min
What happens when the worst day in American history becomes the day that changes your life forever? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with David Ferrugio , creator of DEAD Talks and author of the upcoming book You’re Not Dead Yet , for a powerful conversation about grief, resilience, and what it means to keep moving forward after unimaginable loss. After losing his father on 9/11 at just 12 years old, David shares what it was like to watch that day unfold, the hope he held onto that his dad might still come home, and the strange reality of having the world mourn a loss that was deeply personal. Julie and David explore the strange realities of loss, the guilt and questions that often come with it, why sharing our stories can help us all heal, and the lesson David learned far earlier than most: life can change in an instant. It's an honest, surprisingly funny, and deep conversation that asks the question: if tomorrow isn't guaranteed, why do so many of us keep acting like it is? Pre-Order a copy of David’s new book, You’re Not Dead Yet , releasing on September 8th. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Stop Letting Anxiety Run Your Life with Lily Sais
1 hr 2 min
What if the thing stealing your peace isn't life... it's the way you're thinking about life? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with Lily Sais , the anxiety coach and creator behind Peace From Within , whose insights on anxiety, overthinking, and emotional healing have helped millions of people feel less alone. Julie and Lily explore death anxiety, the hidden cost of being “appropriately worried,” why we get trapped in our thoughts instead of reality, and what it means to live with what Lily calls "unconditional okayness." Lily also shares the deeply personal story of the panic attack that changed the course of her life, and how she spent years learning how to break free from fear, stop living in worst-case scenarios, and find peace in a world that feels increasingly overwhelming. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Angels, Signs, and the Other Side with Julie Jancius (The Angel Medium)
57 min
What actually happens when we die? Are signs from loved ones real… or are we just searching for meaning? And why do so many people describe feeling overwhelming peace at the very end of life? This week, Hospice Nurse Julie checks in with Julie Jancius , known to millions as The Angel Medium, for a fascinating conversation about angels, intuition, the afterlife, and what both of them have witnessed around death and dying. After more than 10,000 readings, Julie says she’s learned incredible things about communicating with the other side, whether crossing over actually hurts, and why many of us may be far more spiritually connected than we think. Plus, Nurse Julie gets a reading of her own during the episode. Whether you are deeply spiritual, wildly skeptical, grieving someone you love, or simply curious about what comes next, this episode might completely change the way you think about death… and life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Stop Spiraling and Start Living with Erik Ireland
56 min
If you are overwhelmed by the noise, the pressure, and the nonstop pace of life right now…what if peace is smaller and closer than you think? This week, Nurse Julie sits down with Erik Ireland , author of Awaken Your Myth , and the soothing voice behind Listen to Sleep , to talk about mindfulness in a way that actually feels human. Not perfect mornings, silent retreats, or pretending everything is fine. Real life mindfulness. The kind that happens when you are stuck in traffic, spiraling at 2 AM, grieving someone you love, or just trying to hold it together during another exhausting week. The two discuss why so many of us feel overwhelmed, what “McMindfulness” gets wrong, how grief can change the way we see life, and why toxic positivity is often just denial in disguise. Erik also guides Julie through her own mindfulness journey, sharing simple ways anyone can begin, even if you feel too overwhelmed to start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
The One Question That Could Change Your Life Forever with Kalina Silverman
52 min
It’s the very first episode of “ It’s Okay, We’re All Gonna Die ,” so we’re starting exactly where most people avoid: the conversations that actually matter. Hospice Nurse Julie invites Kalina Silverman , creator Big Talk and the voice behind a global movement helping millions skip the small talk and connect faster. Julie and Kalina talk about why we’re more connected than ever… and somehow lonelier, why we’re conditioned to avoid the very conversations that would make us feel better, and how one simple question can instantly transform any interaction. The two also discuss that odd sense of relief that sometimes follows a loved one’s passing, and why it’s often easier to talk to strangers than your own family. From navigating tough talks to redefining fulfillment, this episode is not really about death. It’s about finally living like your time matters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
It's Okay, We're All Gonna Die Trailer
1 min
Bad news: we’re all going to die. Good news: it might be the best motivation you’ll ever have. In It’s Okay, We’re All Gonna Die, Hospice Nurse Julie brings her honest, compassionate, and surprisingly funny perspective from years at the bedside of people at the end of life. Through conversations with guests and real questions from listeners, Julie opens up the discussion most people avoid: death. But this podcast isn’t about being morbid. It’s about getting real. Because when you understand how life ends, you start to see more clearly how to live: love your people, stop sweating the small stuff, and focus on what actually matters. If we’re all going to die anyway, let's learn how to really live first. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
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