We're going to be talking about the way society talks about deaths as they happen. We'll cover everything from how we rationalize them, to how we cope with them, to how our image of the person changes or solidifies.Mike's first novel, The Dinner Party is coming out November 4, 2025 but is available for preorder now. You can also download the first chapter for free! You can find both the preorder link and the first chapter at https://www.michaelchristophercole.com This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617)249-4255 or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org You can get these episodes 4 days early on Mondays, and uncensored, if you go over to our Patreon and subscribe! http://www.patreon.com/talkingaboutthebigstuff If you're looking to create your own podcast, or YouTube videos and have conversations from multiple locations, check out the website we use: https://www.riverside.fm/?via=chocolatediamondmedia If you want to reach out to Michael and Matthew, email them at talkingaboutthebigstuff@gmail.com, or check us out on Instagram @talkingaboutthebigstuff.