To Die Well, Learn to Live Well with Chris Palmer and Kelly Edmondson

In the final episode of this three-part series, Madelyn Blair continues her conversation with Chris Palmer on what it means to achieve a good death—and turns toward what comes after. They explore the often-avoided realities of body disposition, greener end-of-life choices, and how to approach memorials with meaning and dignity. The conversation then shifts to what defines a truly good life, anchored in values, purpose, and intentional action. Finally, grief counselor Kelly Edmondson brings a powerful perspective on grief as an ongoing, deeply human process that extends far beyond the funeral.

In this episode you will learn:
Why decisions about body disposition matter—financially, environmentally, and personally
The differences between traditional and “green” end-of-life options
How to approach eulogies and memorials with authenticity and meaning
Chris Palmer’s “three-legged stool” for living a good life: vision, goals, and action
Why grief has no timeline—and how to support others beyond the immediate aftermath
What real, sustained presence looks like in leadership and in life

Guest Introductions:
Chris Palmer is an author, speaker, wildlife filmmaker, conservationist, and end-of-life advocate whose work has earned Emmy Awards and an Academy Award nomination. Through his writing and teaching, he brings clarity, dignity, and practicality to conversations about death, dying, and what it means to live well.
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You can get the many free pieces from Chris at his website www.chrispalmeronline.com
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Kelly Edmondson is a grief counselor and former trauma nurse who combines professional expertise with lived experience as a bereaved mother. Her work focuses on helping individuals and organizations move beyond short-term sympathy toward sustained, compassionate presence in the face of loss.