# Ep. 252: Death Doula Martha Jo Atkins on the Language of Dying, What Happens After & Finding Peace at End of Life

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Podcast: [Everything & Anything...and a bit gay Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/everything-anything-and-a-bit-gay-podcast-6752108)
Published: 2026-06-29T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Death doula, psychotherapist, and end-of-life specialist Martha Jo Atkins joins Zach to talk about what it really means to be with someone as they die — and what she's witnessed over 35+ years and more than a thousand deaths. Martha Jo shares the "language of dying," the mystery of pre-death visions, why she believes hearing is the last sense to go, her thoughts on medical aid in dying, reincarnation, and the beautiful moment she says defines the dying experience. She also opens up about losing her brother Jim, dreaming of those who've passed, and what it means to be a gay death doula for the LGBTQ+ community. Zach shares his own deeply personal stories about his father's death, signs from the other side, and how a dream changed his life. This one will stay with you. 🔗 Learn more about Martha Jo: MarthaJoAtkins.com Connect with Martha Jo:🌐 MarthaJoAtkins.com TEDx Talk: The Language of Dying (2M+ views) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vg8WAv0YT9c

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