From a fourth-generation funeral home come the voices of youthful identical twins who fearlessly tackle a subject often considered taboo: Death. Following in his funeral director father's footsteps, Benny Capaul brings a modern perspective to the profession, while Dr. Nick Capaul, a psychologist, offers insights into helping people cope with loss. With a shared upbringing surrounded by the funeral profession, they’ve gained extensive experience and knowledge. Their distinct perspectives and humor blend effortlessly, making discussions about funeral planning, grieving, and death truly engaging and entertaining. In their words, "If you're not talking about death, you're not living."
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Cappaulli joins Benny to chat about their bands The Boy Detective and Dad's On Couches . They discuss how it helps prevent burn out from happening, while working in the funeral profession. Check out the Let's Talk About Death Doc FREE on TUBI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny, Dr. Nick and producer Kelley have some fun playing a game of Christmas trivia. Season's greetings to all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. Nick and Benny welcome Bill Ratner, one of America’s best-known voice actors, a published writer, poet, storyteller, and performance artist, who opens up about how experiencing significant death in his life inspired him to find solace and expression through writing poetry books. Explore the connection between grief and creativity in this heartfelt discussion. https://billratner.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Exciting news! The Let's Talk About Death doc is now streaming FREE on Tubi. Get an inside look at the Capaul's story operating a fourth-generation funeral home, striving to break the stigma surrounding discussions on death. Tune in now and enjoy Let's Talk About Death from the comfort of your home! LINK TO THE LETS TALK ABOUT DEATH DOC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny and Cappaulli discuss the nuances of responding to death announcements on social media. They offer tips for showing genuine support, choosing words carefully, and avoiding emojis that might come across as insensitive. Check out the Let's Talk About Death documentary! Link to documentary on Tubi Wolf Vision Docs: Episode 3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny, Dr. Nick and Producer Kelley continue the conversation about common myths surrounding funerals and burial practices. From common misconceptions to widespread misunderstandings, they debunk popular myths and provide clarity on what really happens in the funeral profession. Check out the Let's Talk About Death documentary! Link to documentary on Tubi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny, Dr. Nick and Producer Kelley dive into common myths surrounding funerals and burial practices. From common misconceptions to widespread misunderstandings, they debunk popular myths and provide clarity on what really happens in the funeral profession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny chats with Dr. Nick about his new plan to incorporate social work into his role as a funeral professional. He explains the motivations behind it and his goals for making a positive impact in the community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick discuss the emotional journey of letting go of pets, offering guidance, support, and personal stories to help listeners navigate this difficult process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick explore the complexities of neurodivergent grief. Please email us at: letstalkaboutdeathpod@gmail.com to join in on the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Big Brother Cappaulli shares an update on his second year of studying mortuary science. Tune in to hear all the brothers come together for some laughs about "grief bones" and an engaging conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick delve into the profound question: who is a funeral truly for? Join them as they examine its significance for both the living and the deceased. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick welcome special guest Anna Adams, the founder of the International Doula Life Movement, to discuss the Tree of Life Conference the twins will be speaking at and and explore the topic of becoming a death doula. Register Now to see the Capaul twins speak at the conference: https://www.internationaldoulalifemovement.com/tree-of-life-conference/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny and Dr. Nick discuss the burning question...is it ok to laugh at a funeral? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick explore Freud's Eros and Thanatos theory, suggesting that human behavior is driven by life and death instincts. Join us as we unravel the fascinating intricacies of these primal drives and their profound impact on the human psyche. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick have a captivating conversation with Caleb Wilde, the award-winning author of "Confessions of a Funeral Director" and "All the Ways Our Dead Still Speak". He shares his inspiring story as a former sixth-generation funeral director turned life coach for death care workers. If you're a death worker seeking support, reach out to Caleb through this link: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/75170. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Benny & Dr. Nick explore the topic of funeral directors being expected to use the back door at nursing homes and hospitals. If any of our lovely LTAD listeners have ever thought about turning their parent's life story into a beautiful keepsake...'No Story Lost' turns life stories into cool coffee table books. Just use the promo code LTAD at checkout and get two extra copies of your book for free - a $200 value! Check it out: No Story Lost Grief Works app is offering our listen...
Benny & Dr. Nick uncover cool new ways to repurpose cremains, from fireworks to vinyl records to pencils. Discover how you can turn ashes into art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny & Dr. Nick recap the best episodes of 2023. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from the Let's Talk About Death crew! Please continue to share our podcast with others to help get the word out there because if you aren't talking about death, you are not living. If any of our lovely LTAD listeners have ever thought about turning their parent's life story into a beautiful keepsake...'No Story Lost' turns life stories into cool coffee table books. Just use the promo ...
Benny & Dr. Nick talk about that date...that date that keeps coming up and engraved in your mind and how to deal with it. If any of our lovely LTAD listeners have ever thought about turning their parent's life story into a beautiful keepsake...'No Story Lost' turns life stories into cool coffee table books. Just use the promo code LTAD at checkout and get two extra copies of your book for free - a $200 value! Check it out: No Story Lost Grief Works app is offering our listener...
Benny and Dr. Nick talk about their experience going into highschools and talking about death. If you are interested in having them come to your school to talk please email: letstalkaboutdeathpod@gmail.com. If any of our lovely LTAD listeners have ever thought about turning their parent's life story into a beautiful keepsake...'No Story Lost' turns life stories into cool coffee table books. Just use the promo code LTAD at checkout and get two extra copies of your book for free - a...
Benny and Dr. Nick explore their professional goals & aspirations focused on empowering individuals to navigate death with understanding and comfort. Grief Works app is offering our listeners a 15% discount. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny and Dr. Nick explore the topic of funeral attire. What to wear, what not to wear. Let's talk about it... Grief Works app is offering our listeners a 15% discount. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
In this unique episode, Benny & Dr. Nick decided to spend the whole episode addressing an email from one of our dedicated listeners, Ms. A. She shared a series of thought-provoking questions related to her personal situation. Dr. Nick and Benny, with their expertise and insights, meticulously analyze the email, offering valuable thoughts and advice on how to navigate the challenges it presents. We encourage you to keep sharing your questions and comments with us via email at letstalkaboutdea...
Benny and Dr. Nick discuss people who think their grief is more important than others. Let's talk about out... Grief Works app is offering our listeners a 15% discount. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Does grieving bring about the fight or flight mode in humans? Benny and Dr. Nick talk through this topic. Grief Works app is offering our listeners a 15% discount. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can you manifest death just by thinking and talking about it? Benny and Dr. Nick explore this topic. Grief Works app is offering our listeners a 15% discount. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick talk with renowned British psychotherapist Julia Samuel who founded Grief Works, an app that offers you practical strategies, guidance, and the comfort of knowing that you're not alone in your grief. The Grief Works team is offering our listeners a 15% discount on all subscriptions. Simply go to illumeapps.com/LTAD to get the support you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Benny and Dr. Nick have an important conversation with special guest Stephanie Sommer from Gift of Life Michigan about body donation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Benny and Dr. Nick explore the differences between grief and mourning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
