Frank Wenzlow is a man dedicated to making the last wishes of terminally ill people come true. He calls it “Make a Wish Trips” or Sternenfahrten – a journey to help the dying say their final farewells. Over the years, he has discovered that last wishes are as unique as the stars in the sky. … Read more
From scandalous exposes to heart-wrenching human interest stories, documentaries are a powerful and eye-opening medium that have captivated audiences for decades. And while we’ve all heard about films documenting natural disasters or political revolutions, there’s one topic that may not immediately come to mind when you think of documentaries – bedbugs.Yes, you read that right. … Read more
We exist in a world that has taken us away from our roots as a species built for close-knit communities. The importance of our health is often reduced to a material asset, resulting in our preference for inexpensive over quality-based products, convenience over efficiency and isolation over connection. It is rather startling how distancing has … Read more
A new documentary presents an intimate look at the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients who are struggling to recover. The film features Sigrid Straub and Peggy Graehn, two women whose lives were forever impacted by the virus. Following a severe case that left her requiring a tracheotomy and on a ventilator, Sigrid … Read more
Cholesterol has long been linked to various forms of heart disease, and this connection is something that millions of people are all too aware of. Nearly 40 million people in the United States alone currently take cholesterol-lowering medications, known as statins, while others have adopted a lifestyle that avoids foods with high amounts of saturated … Read more
Five-year-old Juliana is an inspiring example of courage and determination. She was born with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of the craniofacial structure. Her condition has meant she has endured over 30 operations throughout her short life to mediate its severity. Juliana was born with one eye sealed shut, … Read more
this special episode of The HEAL Podcast, Kelly sits down with renowned author and teacher Danielle LaPorte. She is one of Oprah’s Super Soul100 and the creator of the Desire Map that has had a deep impact on Kelly’s life. Forbes listed Danielle’s website as one of the top 100 websites for women, receiving over … Read more
In a world where blood has become a lucrative commodity, one documentary reveals the shocking truth behind the billion-dollar blood trade.Pharmaceutical companies are using plasma, one of the most sought-after components of blood, to create expensive medications. But at what cost? The documentary investigates one of the largest corporations in this burgeoning market, revealing the … Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused untold disruption around the world, leaving us facing a future that feels uncertain and unfamiliar. But even during unprecedented times such as these, we can still learn from history. In 1918, an epidemic of Spanish Flu spread across the globe, infecting 500 million people and claiming 20 to 100 million … Read more
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist, has revealed her secrets to short-circuit emotional reactivity, helping us find our way to peace in her groundbreaking documentary. In this film, Dr. Taylor explores the four characters that live inside our mind and how they impact our lives. Back in 1996, Dr. Taylor experienced a severe hemorrhage … Read more