Dying to Live

Richard Brendan shares insights on Why Awareness of Death is the Secret of Life and replays his first interview with his favorite teacher Fr. Richard Rohr.

Perhaps these keys will assist you toward your best life, and what Maya Angelou shares will certainly inspire your heart!

Through Kate McGahan's popular books, she is continually teaching her readers new ways of looking at themselves and those they love. You will never look at life, death or love the same way again. 

Dowd chronicles his fact-finding mission after the devastation of the 2004 tsunami in Thailand which was the deadliest in human history with over 230,000 deaths.

Ali Schaffer shares an exciting project called Villages in Sanctuary, a school plus holistic and spiritual retreat center

Richard Brendan celebrates JourneysFire Radio's 20-year anniversary of Bringing Love to Life on 88.7fm WICR, with a full hour of information and inspiration with two powerful women; environmentalist Julia Butterfly Hill and social change artist Holly Near.

Molly Burke-Mattocks experienced something that no parent wants to go through. The death of their child.

Richard Brendan's special guest is Michele Neff Hernandez, a 2021 CNN Hero, gifted speaker, and committed advocate for the widowed and bereaved.

Richard Brendan shares the annual replay of his conversation with his favorite teacher, Leo Buscaglia, Ph.D.

Parker writes, "Democracy is about humility as well as chutzpah - the capacity to listen as well as to speak across the lines of difference that enrich American life."

Richard is joined by two-time Grammy Award winning artist Janis Ian who as a young teenage performer experienced intimidating boos from racists, hate mail, and death threats.

Beth Nielsen Chapman is an award winning singer, songwriter and environmental activist who has penned numerous hits and wrote songs for many top artists.

Amy Montgomery shares insights on what hospice is, how to qualify and heart touching stories from those that she has served.

The world's foremost expert on healing and loss has discovered a new stage of grief - Meaning. In his newest book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, David Kessler shares new insights that are key in post traumatic growth.

Richard Brendan and his guest Clare Goldsberry discuss her fascinating book, "The Illusion of Life and Death: Mind, Consciousness, and Eternal Being."

Rohr is a globally recognized ecumenical teacher bearing witness to the universal awakening within mystical and transformational traditions.

Richard and Lama Tsultrim discuss insights from her book, "Wisdom Rising: Journey into the Mandala of the Empowered Feminine."

Randi and Richard's conversation will cover; the magic (and misery) of transitions, dealing with obstacles along the path, and how to discover your direction and realize your potential.

Annie's future took a surprising turn when her brother Billy died unexpectedly and began speaking to her from the afterlife.

Richard and Thomas discuss A Guide to Creating a Personal Spirituality in a Secular Culture.

A prolific singer, songwriter, instrumentalist and sound engineer, Malia expresses her radiant inner landscape through song.

DeLory's music combines pop savvy with a deeply felt sense of spirituality.

The insights that she shares in this recording are timeless and deserves to be heard again in light of current challenges in this world.

Richard Brendan and Joshua Radin talk about his music, what he has learned from life and about love, and play several of Radin's songs. 

Kate McGahan's books will change the way you think and you will never look at life, death, or love the same way again.

In this beautifully written book, compassionate guide Diana Ensign shines a light on the road through grief and provides comfort to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

"7 Lessons For Living From The Dying" contains stories of patients she cared for as a hospice doctor and the spiritual lessons Dr. Wyatt learned from them at the end of their lives. 

Adam Hayden shares his inspiring story of living fully while being told he didn't have long to live.

The Omega Institute is recognized internationally for its workshops on holistic health, psychology, cross-cultural arts, and spirituality.

Leo was the "rock star" of PBS in the 1980's, authored 15 books, five of which were on the New York Time's best-seller list... at the same time!

With his soulful voice, KD has taken the call-and-response chanting out of yoga centers and into concert halls, becoming the best-selling western chant artist of all time.

Moss helps us shift from seeing our life as boring and ordinary to seeing it filled with meaningful messages and magic.

Halifax is a Buddhist teacher, Zen Priest, anthropologist, and pioneer in the field of end-of-life care.

Countless people feel more and more overwhelmed, exhausted, and discouraged. In the hurry of our busy lives, we rarely pause to listen carefully. Perhaps it's time for something new.

Katy Butler shares insights to maintaining a high quality of life - from resilient old age to the first inklings of a serious illness to the final breath.

Joy Harter is an elder care professional with 26 years experience providing holistic support and guidance to elders and their families,

In the book Walking Each Other Home: Conversations on Loving and Dying, Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush explore the ways in which we can help ourselves and others leave this world consciously.

Scott Stabile shares how after life altering event after life altering event, he became evermore committed to living his life from love. 

In his newest book, "Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief", David shares new insights that are key in post traumatic growth.

No Rain, No Rainbows is a 501c3 organization that is committed to helping women and children who have suffered any form of abuse or loss to transform into empowered individuals who feel worthy of love, connected to themselves, others, and their community. 

Richard Brendan has had the honor of serving as a hospice chaplain for 17 years. On this podcast, hospice nurse Amy Montgomery R.N. joins Richard for a conversation on contemplative end-of-life care.

Leo Buscaglia shook up the University of Southern California in the 1970's when he started teaching classes on love.

"We've all lost something to this disease. From the death of a loved one to a canceled high school graduation to a dream of the future." - Trebbe Johnson

Richard Brendan is joined by award-winning author Diana Ensign to share insights from her new book, A Moment Of Calm: Meditative and Reflective Readings for Inner Peace.

Kate Manser shares with Richard Brendan insights on how to face your fear of death to live your most meaningful life.

Annie Kagan's future took a surprising turn when her brother Billy died unexpectedly and began speaking to her from the afterlife.

Claire has worked in the fields of oncology and bereavement for more than 20 years, and focuses on contemplative practices for end-of-life care.

Healing Thoughts features the amazing music of 2 time Grammy Award winner and multi-platinum selling composer Peter Kater.

Kate McGahan has published a best selling series of books about dealing with the loss and grief of losing a pet. 

Frank is a leading voice in contemplative end-of-life care and Richard has been blessed by his insights.

Tommy Sands has been described by respected Sing Out! magazine as "The most powerful songwriter in Ireland if not the rest of the world."