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April 8th, 2026

Why do we avoid talking about death?

  1. Why do we avoid talking about death? David Edey 35:21

In this episode, David speaks with Valerie Oldfield, a death doula who helps families through serious illness, planning, and Grief.

They talk about why these conversations feel so hard to start—and what happens when we avoid them.

Valerie shares simple ways to begin. Not in a heavy or overwhelming way, but through small, honest conversations.

She also explains how planning ahead can be one of the most caring things you do for your Family.

A calm and practical conversation about fear, preparation, and making things easier for the people you Love.

For David’s book, other resources and more visit www.davidedey.com

David Edey Author, Speaker, Certified Executor Advisor

David Edey is a Certified Executor Advisor with over 35 years of experience in the financial planning industry, specializing in estate and legacy planning. He is the author of the bestselling book, "Executor Help: How to Settle an Estate, Pick an Executor, and Avoid Family Fights," and hosts the Executor Help Podcast, guiding individuals to secure their legacies and maintain family harmony.