Darnell Lamont Walker: Stories, Legacy and the Work of a Death Doula

As our final guest in the 13 Days of Strange series, Darnell Lamont Walker shares his journey as a Death Doula and Writer who brings compassion and creativity to one of life’s most misunderstood experiences. Darnell shares how death work found him at a young age, what it means to help people transition peacefully, and how storytelling plays a powerful role in remembering those we love. We talk about family, secrets, legacy and how naming our fears around death can help us live more fully.Follow Darnell on Instagram at @hello.darnell and visit his site to learn more about his work. His upcoming book, Never Can Say Goodbye, will be released in 2026.—Follow @makingwaves.project on Instagram and explore more at ⁠makingwavesproject.com