EVEN MORE about this episode! In this episode, Jody Long shares her extraordinary journey from practicing law to researching near-death experiences (NDEs) and paranormal phenomena. Inspired by a childhood supernatural encounter, her life took a pivotal turn when she met her husband, Jeffrey Long, a leading NDE expert. Together, they have dedicated themselves to exploring the afterlife. Jody discusses the rigorous methodologies used to analyze NDE stories, including tools like the Grayson Scale, and the challenges in identifying the moment of death. She also explores how cultural and regional differences in America influence spiritual beliefs and NDEs, drawing on traditions from places like Washington, Louisiana, and Navajo communities. The episode concludes with reflections on the universal themes of love and knowledge that emerge from NDEs, transcending cultural boundaries. Guest Biography: Jody Long is a retired attorney, formerly licensed in Washington, New Mexico, Louisiana, and the Navajo Nation. For over 20 years, Jody has been the webmaster for the Near Death Experience Research Foundation (NDERF), where she supports NDErs and individuals seeking knowledge about the afterlife. With decades of experience in researching paranormal phenomena, she also contributed to the New York Times bestselling book "Evidence of the Afterlife." Jody is the author of "From Soul to Soulmate: Bridges from Near Death Experience Wisdom" and "God’s Fingerprints: Impressions of Near Death Experiences," the latter being the first book of its genre published in mainland China. Episode Chapters: (0:00:01) - Exploring Paranormal Research (0:10:33) - Analyzing Near-Death Experience Stories (0:20:38) - Examining Near-Death Experiences and Afterlife (0:37:59) - Exploring Spiritual Vibes Across America (0:50:17) - Exploring Cultural Near-Death Experiences Please join Julie next week with your question. Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT. https://askjulieryanshow.com And, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes. Sponsors & Recommendations Disclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.