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What if movies could help us talk about one of life’s hardest topics? Join me for a thoughtful and surprisingly lighthearted conversation with end-of-life educator and author Gail Rubin about her newest book, 98.6 Mortality Movies to See Before You Die. From beloved classics to unexpected TV moments, Gail uses film to open the door to conversations about aging, caregiving, grief, funerals, medical decision-making, and living fully while we can.

This interview-style Wellness Wednesday will explore how movies can make difficult conversations feel more human, approachable, and even meaningful. Gail will share a few memorable film clips along the way, along with practical insights about advance planning and why avoiding these conversations often creates more stress for the people we love. As Gail likes to say, “Talking about sex won’t make you pregnant, and talking about funerals won’t make you dead.”

Gail Rubin is a speaker, death educator, and Certified Thanatologist known for using humor, film, and conversation to help people plan ahead and talk more openly about end-of-life issues. Known as “The Doyenne of Death®,” Gail brings a warm, approachable style to topics many people find difficult to discuss. Her work has been featured by organizations, media outlets, and conferences focused on aging, caregiving, healthcare, and funeral planning.

Gail is the author of several books, including 98.6 Mortality Movies to See Before You Die, A Good Goodbye: Funeral Planning for Those Who Don’t Plan to Die, and Hail and Farewell: Cremation Ceremonies, Templates and Tips. Through her writing and presentations, she encourages people to plan ahead, reduce stress for loved ones, and live more fully by becoming more comfortable talking about mortality. Her website is www.AGoodGoodbye.com.