Episodes
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Ancient perspectives of death (#003)
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
It’s rewind time!
What’s the point in talking about all things death if you don’t mention the gnarly obsession that some ancient civilizations had for it?
In this episode, Maria and Ammo each pick out some ancient civilizations together and learn about their perspective on mortality and death. From the very problematic Zeus to mummification, terrible pronunciations, and even some unexpected impressions – enjoy this last ride through history.
Happy listening!
Show notes:
- Ancient Greek Funeral Rites
- Ancient Greek Funeral Rites II
- Indus Vallery Civilization
- Indus Valley Civilization Crash Course
- Death and Dying in Aztec Religion
- Ancient Aztec Funeral Rites
- ”Wow!” - Christopher Walken
- Ancient Egyptian Burial Practices
- Ancient Egyptian Burial Practices
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Death 101: What is Thanatology? (#002)
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Welcome thanatology. Or, as we like to call it – Death 101.
In this episode, Maria teaches you (and Ammo) what exactly this scientific study of death is and why education in this area is so very important.
There are also some key goals in education in the thanatology space, which they both explore. These goals are based on thanatology to live a better, happier life… a Philotimo Life! From helping in personal enrichment, future planning, and participating in society, all the way to vocational training and dealing with loss – you’ll see why they’re both so hot on death literacy.
Happy listening!
Show notes:
- What is Thanatology via Britannica
- What is a thanatologist via VeryWellHealth
- The cost of dying in Ontario via CBC
- Breaking down the cost of a funeral in Canada via LSM Insurance
- Ontario Works covers costs for funerals
- Careers in Death via TalkDeath
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
What is Philotimo Life? (#001)
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
Sunday Mar 28, 2021
In our very first episode, Maria and Ammo answer the big question: What is Philotimo Life?
But before that, they have to talk a little bit about what the word Philotimo means, how they met, and why this podcast isn’t as morbid as you think it is...
You’ll also get to understand what they bring to the table and their (very different) experiences with death. Finally, you’ll hear the big audacious dreams for the young Philotimo Life, and what to expect from season one.
Happy listening!
Show notes:
- What is Philotimo? - The Greek Secret
- Death Literacy with Eterneva - Death Literacy Index
- The Globe and Mail - Sunny Nihilism
- Bishop Chrysostomos and Mayor Loukas Karrer - Island of Zakynthos
- OXI Day - The Day of No
- WeCroak App
- Matthew McConaughey reacts to news that Sam Shepard passed away
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Philotimo Life Trailer - Breathing life into the conversation around death.
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
"A podcast about death? That's kinda morbid." - You, probably.
Well, it doesn't have to be. Join Maria Vassiliou and Ammo Somal as they breathe life into the conversation around death. Philotimo Life is co-produced and recorded by Maria Vassiliou & Ammo Somal in Toronto, Canada.