https://everybodyshappy.com/Conversations with the Dying: Insights from a Hospice Social WorkerIn this episode of the Perfect Society's 'In the Shadows' series, host Curt Derby talks to DeAnn Jansen, a hospice social worker with 30 years of experience. DeAnn shares her unique encounters with patients in their final days. Despite not being religious, she believes in an afterlife based on numerous instances where patients have communicated with deceased loved ones. The conversation covers her journey into hospice care, remarkable patient stories, and the emotional and logistical challenges of her work. DeAnn's insights challenge conventional beliefs and provide a deeply human perspective on life, death, and what might come after.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:02 Meet DeAnn Jansen: Hospice Social Worker01:22 The Role of a Hospice Social Worker02:14 DeAnn’s First Hospice Experience04:10 The Four Most Important Things at End of Life06:22 Patients' Unique End-of-Life Experiences11:29 Personal Stories and Experiences23:17 Challenges and Rewards of Hospice Work34:02 Emotional Attachment and Coping37:30 Beliefs and Perspectives on Death46:26 Special Moments and Patient Stories53:20 The Impact of Uniform Colors in Healthcare54:38 The Power of Human Will in End-of-Life Situations57:16 The Phenomenon of Holding On for Special Moments01:00:35 Broken Heart Syndrome: A Real Diagnosis01:02:53 Personal Reflections on Grief and Belief01:06:30 Experiences with Patients Seeing Deceased Loved Ones01:16:30 Near-Death Experiences and Scientific Perspectives01:21:34 A Unique Hospice Wedding Story01:28:04 Speed Round: Fun and Fast-Paced Questions01:37:17 Final Thought

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Exposing Government Waste: The Real Issue Behind Political Scandals

For this Spotlight, Curt Derby addresses the political controversy surrounding Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar and the accusations of tax fraud.

Curt then shifts the focus to a broader issue: systemic government waste and fraud, a problem that transcends party lines and has persisted for decades.

He discusses the inefficiencies and lack of transparency in how tax dollars are spent, advocating for 'voluntary funding' as a solution. Through this approach, he argues that citizens should have direct control over where their money goes, reducing corruption and increasing accountability.

Curt's challenges viewers to look beyond partisan battles and focus on addressing the structural flaws in government spending.

00:00 Introduction: The Ilhan Omar Controversy

00:38 The Real Issue: Government Waste and Fraud

01:07 The Problem with Political Teams

01:35 The Hidden Costs of Government Spending

02:33 A Radical Solution: Voluntary Funding

03:37 The Challenge: Questioning Government Spending

04:06 Conclusion: Fixing the System

Is It Okay to Say Merry Christmas? | A Reflection on Holiday GreetingsIn this episode, Kurt Derby explores the shift in societal norms regarding the phrase 'Merry Christmas' from the 1970s to the present day. He shares his observations on how people have reacted to holiday greetings over the years and emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and understanding in using either 'Merry Christmas' or 'Happy Holidays.' Kurt argues that both phrases express goodwill and should be accepted in the spirit they are intended. Join the discussion on how to navigate seasonal greetings with kindness and inclusivity.