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Life After Death, a podcast by Danny Painter

A frank and fearless conversation about death, life, and what comes after—in every sense of the word. From the big existential questions like “What happens when you die?” to the deeply practical ones like “When is the right time to have sex again?” and “How do I change a tyre?”, this podcast explores the challenges and changes faced by widows, widowers, and anyone navigating life after loss.

Danny Painter lost her husband, Phil, of 17 years to a heart attack in their home in September 2023. Since then, she has been sharing her raw, real, and deeply personal story across social media and her radio show in South Africa.

Through unfiltered honesty, heartfelt conversations, and even a dash of humor, Life After Death offers a compassionate space to navigate grief, rediscover purpose, and embrace the next chapter—on your terms.

Because while loss changes everything, it doesn’t have to define who we become.
Weekly English Explicit South Africa Self-Improvement · Personal Journals
8 Episodes

Episode 8: Unlocking Personal Mastery with Steyn Rossouw

In this transformative episode, Danny Painter engages in a profound conversation with Steyn Rossouw, a distinguished Life, Business, Sales, and Empowerment Coach with over 30 years of experience. As a Certified Ziglar Legacy Trainer and Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, and Certified Hypnotherapist, Steyn has dedicated his career to guiding individuals…
28 Mar 58 min

Episode 6: Widow’s Fire, Guilt & The Great Dildo of 2023

Nobody warns you about this part of grief. The moment when, in the middle of funeral paperwork and an existential spiral, your body suddenly decides: Hey… it’s been a while. Cue full-blown panic, Catholic guilt (despite not being Catholic), and an existential crisis about whether or not the dead can…
18 Mar 26 min

Episode 5: What Happens When We Die? A Theological Deep Dive with Dr. Tristan Kapp

Across cultures, religions, and spiritual traditions, one question has remained at the heart of human existence: What happens when we die? In this thought-provoking episode, Danny Painter sits down with Dr. Tristan Kapp—better known as The Friendly Satanist—to explore the afterlife through the lens of theology, esotericism, and post-theistic spirituality…
7 Mar 46 min

Episode 4: Hydrate, Educate & Rethink Everything with Alexander Stewart

You’ve seen him on TikTok—now he’s here to drop some serious wisdom! In this episode, Danny Painter sits down with Alexander Stewart, the man behind Hydrate and Educate, to talk all things health, wellness, and the habits we should all be rethinking. What starts as a fun, light-hearted chat quickly…
13 Feb 46 min

Episode 3: The Aftermath – Grief, Guilt & Surviving the Unthinkable

What happens when the love of your life dies in your arms? When the world you built together vanishes in an instant? In this raw and unfiltered episode, Danny Painter takes us deep into the first few hours and days after losing her husband—where shock, grief, and unbearable guilt became…
8 Feb 48 min

Episode 2: The Mysteries of Near-Death Experiences with Alan Pearce

What really happens when we die? In this thought-provoking episode, Danny Painter sits down with renowned journalist, author, and investigator Alan Pearce to uncover the extraordinary stories behind near-death experiences. Drawing from his groundbreaking book, Coma and Near-Death Experiences, Alan shares vivid accounts of individuals who have crossed the threshold…
31 Jan 57 min

Episode 1: Life After Death – My Story Begins

Welcome to Life After Death with Danny Painter, where raw honesty meets resilience, and every story is a step toward healing. In this deeply personal premiere, South African broadcaster and widow, Danny Painter, opens up about her journey through love, loss, and rebuilding life after tragedy. Danny shares her story,…
20 Jan 20 min