We love candles here at DIE and are willing to bet there’s a good chance that you do too. Seriously, is the Venn Diagram of “death positive people” and “candle lovers” a circle? If not then it’s likely close! But open flames naturally bring with them risk. Luckily we’ve got you covered! Listen in to our Resident Candle Expert and “Fan of Burning Things” Marianne as she highlights key safety measures you should definitely have in mind when employing candles. Stay safe and burn bright, Land of the Living!

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We here at DIE tend toward the macabre (who would’ve thought) and thus have a fascination with all things creepy crawly, such as this week’s focus, cryptids! These shadowy creatures defy explanation, inspire horrific tales, and highlight the wonders of a universe filled to the brim with as-yet unexplained phenomena. Real or not, they are a gateway into how we interact with the world and, naturally, our concepts of death and the great beyond. Join us as we dig into some of the more deadly and deathly of these eldritch beings, including acid-spitting desert worms; a voracious legend of spiritual folklore; a predator with a sweet tooth for farm animals; and of course, the Monster of the Moment, the mysterious (and possessor of copious cake) Mothman! Listen in and let us know about your favorite cryptids, whether you think they are real or a product of society’s overactive imagination, and of course any opinions you may have about Mothman’s generous posterior!

Links of Note

Cryptid definition and explanation

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cryptid

https://www.cryptidophilia.com/what-is-a-cryptid/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cryptids

“The Tragedy of the Cryptids” by Sharon A. Hill

https://sharonahill.substack.com/p/the-tragedy-of-the-cryptids

Mongolian Death Worm

https://www.livescience.com/46450-mongolian-death-worm.html

Chupacabra

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chupacabra

Wendigo

https://allthatsinteresting.com/wendigo

Mothman

https://allthatsinteresting.com/cryptids/5

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mothman

Mothman Statue and Big Honkin’ Butt

https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mothman-statue

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Have you been feeling the Winter Chill more than usual this year? Buried in blankets, heater blasting? Take solace that at least you aren’t as cold as this week’s focal point, Ötzi the Iceman! Found frozen in ice after 5,000 years, Ötzi probably has us all beat when it comes to the extremes of cold exposure. Keep warm, listen in, and celebrate the fact that you’re not a literal frozen popsicle person!

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This week on Death is Everything we look at the creation of the Panama Canal, one of the world’s greatest feats of engineering, and the sizable human toll that went into its construction. We give our gratitude to the many thousands of laborers that died braving the snakes, mosquitoes, diseases, explosions, and countless workplace and environmental dangers to bring us this crucial piece of infrastructure. The next time you make a purchase made possible through the seemingly magical advances of global shipping, give a thought to the sacrifices of the many people who have made our way of life possible. Then stick around to hear an update on the state of the Darien Gap, the treacherous stretch of land that serves as a route for immigrants looking for a better life. It can be a brutal world, Land of the Living, so we hope that you can reach out a hand to those in need and try to be there for one another.

Links of Note

About the Panama Canal

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panama_Canal

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_measures_during_the_construction_of_the_Panama_Canal

https://www.history.com/articles/panama-canal-construction-dangers

About the Darien Gap

https://www.ifrc.org/article/echoes-jungle-unseen-human-stories-darien-gap-0

https://hias.org/statements/displaced-people-along-darien-gap-received-protection-and-health-assistance/

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Have some more Valentine’s Day, now with an extra helping of murder! This week on 7 Minutes in Heaven the DIE crew recount the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, a shootout for the ages between the crews of 1920’s Chicago mobsters Al Capone and George “Bugs” Moran. Hear the shocking grisly details and the not-so-shocking reason why Chris will never be involved in organized crime!

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What is that in the air? Could it be… love? HA! Bet you thought we’d say death! Today we recognize Valentine’s Day by looking at the origins of Valentine’s Day, including the grizzly execution of its namesake Saint Valentine. Sorry, we can’t help ourselves, but we do what we love! We also take a look at the lost (and frankly much cooler sounding) Pagan version of the holiday known as Lupercalia with its ample displays of debauchery. Plus we take a gander at Valentine’s Day mascot Cupid, that lovable cherub scamp that spreads love by shooting people with arrows; the epic poem that tied the concept of love with the death of a martyred saint; and how St. Valentine (amongst others) is the Patron Saint of Epilepsy. Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is here, so snuggle up to that special someone, read them the entirety of Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The Parliament of Fowls,” and most importantly, listen in, Land of the Living!

Links for today’s episode:

Origins of Valentine’s Day

https://www.history.com/articles/valentines-day-origin

Lupercalia

https://www.history.com/articles/lupercalia

Who is Cupid?

https://www.history.com/articles/who-is-cupid

Translation of Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The Parliament of Fowls”

https://www.poetryintranslation.com/PITBR/English/Fowls.php

St. Valentines and Others: The Patron Saints of Epilepsy

https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/news/st-valentine-and-others-patron-saints-of-epilepsy

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We’re excited to bring you part two of our interview with Kelsey about her incredible business, The After Loss Company. Kelsey helps people in dealing with the myriad administrative hurdles that they may face after a loved one’s passing. Figuring out what is to happen to a person’s financial assets, property, online accounts (so many accounts!) and lifetime of collected ephemera can be a daunting proposition, especially for someone in grieving. Kelsey joins us to talk about how she helps people in their time of need and provides practical advice for how you can better prepare so that you and your loved ones can have a less stressful experience after a death. Learn along with us about Kelsey and her valiant, much-needed efforts to provide direction and assistance through a time many of us are likely to face in the future.

The After Loss Company

https://www.theafterlosscompany.com/

https://instagram.com/theafterlosscompany

E-mail: hello@theafterlosscompany.com

Unhappy Hour meetup https://www.meetup.com/chatsworth-grief-share-meetup-group/

Links of Note From Today’s Episode

All about probate and whether you need it

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/real_property_trust_estate/resources/estate-planning/probate-process/

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/probate

Life Insurance Policy Search

National Association of Insurance Commissioners

MIB Policy Locator Service

Unclaimed Property Search

Missing Money dot com

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The death of someone close to you can be hard to process when grief also comes with the responsibilities of making funeral arrangements and figuring out what to do with their worldly possessions. This week DIE interviews Kelsey of the After Loss Company, who helps people navigate the administrative burden after the loss of a loved one, a valiant and compassionate endeavor in an increasingly complicated world. Get to know Kelsey along with us, and then listen in next week to hear about the intricacies of her work and what you can do to plan for those difficult times that so many of us deal with.

The After Loss Company

https://www.theafterlosscompany.com/

https://instagram.com/theafterlosscompany

E-mail: hello@theafterlosscompany.com

Unhappy Hour meetup https://www.meetup.com/chatsworth-grief-share-meetup-group/

Links of Note From Today’s Episode

All about probate and whether you need it

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/real_property_trust_estate/resources/estate-planning/probate-process/

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/probate

Life Insurance Policy Search

National Association of Insurance Commissioners

MIB Policy Locator Service

Unclaimed Property Search

Missing Money dot com

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