Everyone Dies (Every1Dies)

Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN and Charlie Navarrette
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A thoughtful exploration of everything about life-limiting illness, dying, and death. Everyone Dies is a nonprofit organization with the goal to educate the public about the processes associated with dying and death, empower regarding options and evidence-based information to help them guide their care, normalize dying, and reinforce that even though everyone dies, first we live, and that every day we are alive is a gift.

  1. The Grief Hidden Inside Hamlet

    4D AGO

    The Grief Hidden Inside Hamlet

    What happens when grief is too large to stay silent? In this episode of the Everyone Dies podcast, we explore the death of a child and how profound loss reshapes the human heart. Inspired by the film Hamnet, author Neil Perry Gordon shares his journey of losing his son, Sam, and how grief often finds another form in art and creativity. This is a conversation about learning how love continues after death and why grief changes the imagination forever. https://bit.ly/4dLOCDV We discuss: The emotional connection between Hamnet and HamletHow parents survive the death of a childWhy grief often appears indirectly through creativityThe difference between healing and continuationHow art can help grieving people feel less aloneA month after we started this podcast in 2020, Charlie’s son Michael was murdered. Last year at this time we published a podcast, written by Charlie, titled “When your child is murdered”. We deliberately did not say Michael died, because that implies something very different than the senselessness and harshness of murder. Michael was 23 at the time he was shot, and we mourn along with Charlie and Michael’s mother, Kim. We dedicate this second week of May podcast to Michael and his family…and to all the families grieving the untimely deaths of their children.  In This Episode: 00:00 - Intro - Memorial Episode, 6 Years Since the Murder of Charlie's Son 00:55 - Reading by Neil Perry: "Hamnet, Hamlet and the loss of my son" 10:14 - Intro to S6E7 Rebroadcast: Grieving a Child That Was Murdered 11:58 - Road Trip, New Hampshire 13:51 - Recipe: Poutin 15:41 - Remembering Michael, Charlie's Murdered Son 23:55 - Eric Clapton: Tears in Heaven 25:48 - Outro Related Episodes: S6E7: Traumatic Grief, Grieving a Child that Was MurderedS1E52: Coping with a Child’s DeathS6E34: Surviving the Waves: Tips on How to Live Alongside GriefS1E12: Traumatic GriefS4E39: Traumatic Grief: What it is and How to Find a Therapist to Help Manage ItS6E45: When Closure Isn’t Possible: How to Find a Way Forward Through GriefSupport the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    27 min
  2. Love, Dementia, and the Reality of "For Better or Worse"

    MAY 8

    Love, Dementia, and the Reality of "For Better or Worse"

    Jay Leno’s story shows that “for better or worse” isn't just a vow—it’s a reality. Explore the quiet devotion of caregiving and love in the face of dementia. https://bit.ly/4uCKH23 In this Episode: 00:00 - Intro: The Reality of "Showing Up" in Dementia Care02:21 - Denisa Lady Newborough: 14 Languages, 5 "Shareholders," and One Extraordinary Life: A look at the audacious life of a high-society rebel.02:45 - Uncle Louie’s Chicken Wings Marinara: A recipe for a crowd, straight from the Leno family archives.07:54 - More than Words, For Better or Worse: A deep dive into Jay and Mavis Leno’s 45-year journey through the "tide" of dementia.12:27 - The Millions of Unseen Caregivers: Recognizing the quiet labor of love performed by 50 to 60 million Americans every day.14:36 - A Tribute to Greg: Honoring a community member’s legacy and his final reflections on finding peace caring for his wife with memory loss.16:38 - Outro: Every Day is a Gift#DementiaCare #CaregiverLife #AlzheimersAwareness #EndOfLifeCare #GriefSupport #CaregiverSupport #LoveAndLoss #MarriageGoalsRealLife #AgingParents #SeriousIllness #HospiceEducation #EveryoneDiesPodcast #EveryDayIsAGift #JayLeno Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    18 min
  3. 93% Preventable: Why Native American Mothers Are Still Dying After Childbirth

    MAY 1

    93% Preventable: Why Native American Mothers Are Still Dying After Childbirth

    Indigenous maternal health is in a critical state, but we can change that. Learn why 93% of pregnancy-related deaths in these communities are preventable. Explore the healthcare gaps for First Nations and how restorative midwifery is working to save lives.  https://bit.ly/4uncumO What You'll Learn: The 93% Preventability Gap: While 87% of all U.S. maternal deaths are preventable, that number rises to 93% for Native American and Alaska Native populations, signaling a critical failure in the care pipeline.The Postpartum "Blind Spot": 68% of pregnancy-related deaths occur between one week and one year after birth. Most of these happen after 43 days postpartum, a period when many mothers lose insurance or clinical support. Leading Causes are Treatable: Mental health conditions and infections are the top underlying causes. These are highly manageable when caught early, yet they often go unnoticed in "medical deserts." The Power of Advocacy: Learn why every mother should explicitly state, "I was pregnant within the last year," to every healthcare provider they see to trigger appropriate clinical protocols.Restoring Traditions: How Indigenous-led midwifery and the Momnibus Act are working to dismantle systemic bias and return to culturally safe birthing practices.#MaternalHealth #NativeHealth #PublicHealth #PostpartumCare #HealthEquity #HearHer #MaternalMortality #WomensHealth #IndigenousHealth #HealthcareAccess #CDC Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    50 min
  4. An App That Predicts Your Death Date: Would You Want to Know?”

    APR 25

    An App That Predicts Your Death Date: Would You Want to Know?”

    Can knowing your death date help you live longer? Explore the Death Clock app, AI longevity predictions, and how small lifestyle shifts can extend your life. https://bit.ly/4cBBrDK A study of 60,000 people found that just a few minutes of better sleep, a little more movement, and small changes in diet could add years to your life. Not dramatic changes, small ones. Now imagine an app that tracks those choices—and tells you, in real time, how they’re affecting the day you’re likely to die. I tried it. It gave me a date. And then, after one good night of sleep, it gave me a different one.  Today, we’re exploring what happens when technology meets mortality—and whether knowing your “death date” changes how you live. Because Everyone Dies. And every day is a gift. In this Episode: 00:00 - Predicting Mortality: Would You Want to Know Your Death Date?03:17 - Ikaria Longevity Recipe: Zucchini-Herb Pie04:02 - The Voice of Pink Floyd: Clare Torry’s "Great Gig in the Sky"09:09 – An App Called Death Clock: Learn How AI Calculates Life Expectancy11:17 - Preventive Health Protocols: Turning Data into Longevity15:21- Can One Night of Sleep Shift Your Death Date? Learn How a 60,000-Person Study Backs Small Changes in Lifespan17:33 - Facing the Countdown: Listener Perspectives on Mortality23:50 - Active Devotion: Lyrics from "The Great Gig in the Sky"25:10: Outro Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    27 min
  5. "The Pitt," The Boss, and the Bike: A Candid Look at Motorcycle Safety

    APR 17

    "The Pitt," The Boss, and the Bike: A Candid Look at Motorcycle Safety

    Want to Arrive? Dress for the Slide!  Motorcycle fatalities are 24x higher per mile than in autos, but you can improve your odds with full-face helmet to guard against head trauma, airbag vests to protect neck and torso, and most of all: situational awareness. https://bit.ly/4tyU033 In This Episode: 00:00 - Intro: Beyond the "Suicide Machine" – The Reality of the Ride02:34 - The Last Ride: David Ritter’s Poetic Tribute to Fallen Riders03:33 - The Risk Assessment: Dr. Robby’s Sabbatical and Survival Odds05:03 - The Anatomy of Danger: Speed, Skill, and Vulnerability on Two Wheels10:57 - Armor for the Slide: Why Quality Gear is Your Best Insurance Policy12:53 - Protect the Processor: The Critical Role of Helmets in Impact Survival17:09 - Road Awareness: Identifying and Avoiding the Primary Causes of Crashes19:53 - Outro: Every Mile is a Gift – Ride Accordingly#MotorcycleSafety #HelmetLaws #TraumaticBrainInjury #PublicHealth #RoadSafety #MotorcycleLife #InjuryPrevention #EndOfLifeEducation #EveryoneDiesPodcast #SafetyFirst #MotorcycleAwareness #ThinkBeforeYouRide Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    22 min
  6. Still Grieving Years Later? You’re Not Doing It Wrong

    APR 10

    Still Grieving Years Later? You’re Not Doing It Wrong

    Why Grief Hits Out of Nowhere, Why it’s Normal, and What Can Help Grief after five years isn't a sign of failure; it’s a testament to a lifelong bond. When the waves hit out of nowhere, know that your journey is uniquely yours. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3OkXRB4 Is there a Timeline for Grief? You would think that after five years, grief should get easier. But then it hits you—out of nowhere—like it just happened. And you wonder, “Why am I still like this?” Nothing is wrong with you. Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. In this episode, we’re talking about what can help you with your grief after 5 years. What you’re feeling is not only normal…it’s part of loving someone who’s gone from your life. In this Episode: 00:00 - Intro - The 5th Year of Grieving02:00 - A Precocious Spring, the Bane of a Gardener/Winter Crafter04:33 - Jaws is one of UK's Favorite Funeral Songs - See What Else Tops the Charts07:55 - 5 years since the COVID Pandemic Deaths, Long Term Grief08:42 - On the 5th Year of Grieving...Lessons that Most Helped - Kristie, The After Glow blog13:14 - Charlie's Death Cafe Experience, Memories of His Son15:51 - "A Meeting" - Poem by Wendell Barry16:30 - Outro, "Every Day is a Gift"Related Episodes about Grief and Recovery: S3E20: Riding the Wave: Navigating the Second Year of GriefS5E35: Growth and Remembrance: What to Expect Your Third Year of GriefWhat’s in Your Library? Building Grounding Resources through a Practice of MindfulnessS6E24: Grounding Techniques “Life Hack”: Your Secret Skill for Surviving the Bad DaysS4E18: How to Exorcise Depression and Anxiety with ExerciseAll Grief Content#GriefSupport #LongTermGrief #Bereavement #GriefJourney #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters #HealingAfterLoss #EveryoneDiesPodcast #GriefAwareness #GriefIsNotLinear #LifeAfterLoss #jaws #CovidGrief #PandemicLoss #WhatHelpsGrief Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    18 min
  7. Why Spirituality May Be a Missing Link In Your Grieving Process

    APR 3

    Why Spirituality May Be a Missing Link In Your Grieving Process

    Healing from grief isn’t just emotional—it’s spiritual. Learn how to nurture your soul while navigating the psychological journey of recovery. https://bit.ly/4md1ENF Why  Spirituality is Important Grief affects every part of our lives — our emotions, our relationships, our bodies, and our sense of meaning. Yet one area is often overlooked in grief care: the spiritual self. Whether or not you identify as religious, spirituality (where we connect with the earth, ourselves, and others) is the place where we ask life’s biggest questions. Why did this happen? What does this loss mean? Who am I now? In this episode, we explore how grief often forces us to confront our beliefs about meaning, purpose, faith, doubt, and connection.  We Discuss: Why spirituality is often the "missing link" ignored in grief treatment.The concept of spiritual bypassing—using faith to avoid the pain of mourning.How grief can shake—or reshape—your worldview and faith.Finding a holistic balance: How to hold both psychological healing and spiritual exploration at the same time.Why grief requires embracing “both/and” instead of either/or For many people, healing from loss involves more than emotional processing. It involves rebuilding a worldview that has been shaken by death. Grief is messy. Faith questions can be messy too. But exploring them may be one of the most important parts of healing. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro-Learn About the Link Between Sprituality and Healing from Grief01:22 - Happy 6th Anniversary! We're Venturing into Season 702:04 - To Die For: A Cookbook of Gravestone Recipes04:12 - Whanitta Sheetz’s Fried Ripe Tomato05:35 - Spirituality: The Missing Link That Can Prevent Grievers from Moving Forward*11:05 - Connecting to Spirituality through Nature: Sunlight and Tomatoes20:24 - Gathas for the Practice of Mindful Living - Thich Nhat Hanh28:48 - Outro-Every Day is a Gift *Content in this episode is shared with permission from WhatsYourGrief.com  #GriefSupport #SpiritualGrief #GriefHealing #FaithAndGrief #LossAndMeaning #GriefEducation #BereavementSupport #GriefJourney #EveryoneDiesPodcast #TalkingAboutDeath   Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    25 min
  8. The Pitt and the Principle of Double Effect; Does Morphine Really Hasten Death?

    MAR 28

    The Pitt and the Principle of Double Effect; Does Morphine Really Hasten Death?

    Why Treating Suffering is Always the Moral Choice Does morphine hasten death at the end of life? This is one of the most common—and most distressing—questions families ask in hospice and palliative care. “If you hold their hand and they die, did holding their hand cause the death? No, the cancer or whatever disease process is going on is the cause of death and everything we do to make their end-of-life pain free, comfortable, or offers human connection and love is the right thing to do in the situation”In this S6E52 episode, we dive into a gripping storyline from the HBO drama The Pitt, where a patient named Lisa chooses to stay in the ER to manage her terminal cancer pain rather than return home. When the medical team expresses concern that her escalating morphine doses might kill her, the department chief cites the “Principle of Double Effect.” But what does that actually mean for those of us in the real world caring for a dying loved one? Join us as we break down this centuries-old ethical framework and apply it to modern hospice and palliative care. We explore: The Four Conditions: The specific moral “rules” that distinguish between providing relief and causing harm.Intent vs. Consequence: Why your goal to relieve suffering is the most important factor.The Science of Safety: Why 20+ years of medical studies prove that appropriately managed opioids do not hasten death.Overcoming Guilt: Remembering that the illness is the cause of death—not the compassion you provide in the final hours.Suffering at the end of life is not necessary. Whether you are a healthcare professional or a family caregiver, this episode offers the ethical and scientific clarity you need to provide comfort without fear.  Episode Web page:  https://bit.ly/endoflife-myths  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: The Pitt, Paper Charting, and the Loss of Cursive Handwriting08:11 - Aristotle: What is an Ideal Life?11:46 - From "The Pitt": What is the Principle of Double Effect and How it is Applied in Healthcare?19:04 - The Fact: Opioids Do Not Hasten Death in Terminally Ill People; the Value of Comfort at the End of Life21:39 - A Nurse's Letter on How to Help People Facing the End of Their Life23:00 - Outro: Every Day is a Gift Support the show Connect with Us: Email our Host: mail@every1dies.org  Website: https://every1dies.org: Find show notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

    25 min
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A thoughtful exploration of everything about life-limiting illness, dying, and death. Everyone Dies is a nonprofit organization with the goal to educate the public about the processes associated with dying and death, empower regarding options and evidence-based information to help them guide their care, normalize dying, and reinforce that even though everyone dies, first we live, and that every day we are alive is a gift.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN and Charlie Navarrette
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    316
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Everyone Dies (Every1Dies)
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