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Dec 5, 2025 30 min

A Strange Awakening...

from A Conversation With Carl Hosted by Carl Leibowitz

In this conversation, I chat with Alexander Batthyany PhD, a leading expert on what is called "terminal lucidity" as well as near-death experiences. During the conversation, we explore the phenomenon of paradoxical lucidity, where patients with severe cognitive impairments suddenly regain clarity right before death. The discussion delves into the emotional impact of these experiences on families. The conversation also explores the nature of near-death experiences, and the skepticism surrounding them. Batthyany shares insights from his research and emphasizes the importance of listening to patients' experiences to better understand these profound moments at the end of life. #podcast #life #death #alzheimers #hospice #brain #heaven #afterlife #god #family #medical #miracle #science

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