Next Realm: Afterlife Experiences & Signs from Beyond
Afterlife experiences and signs from the other side are explored in NEXT REALM, a grief-informed storytelling podcast focusing on connecting with deceased loved ones. Each episode features intimate stories of spirit communication, dream messages, visitation experiences, and powerful moments of connection with our loved ones who have passed —including parents, partners, children, soulmates, and pets. Listeners will hear firsthand accounts of after-death communication, signs and synchronicities after loss, pet afterlife stories, and meaningful experiences that offer comfort, healing, and reassurance during grief. These stories highlight the reality of connecting with deceased loved ones and the enduring bond that continues beyond death. ...
17. The Most Powerful Afterlife Experiences on Next Realm (8 Stories)
In this special Best Of episode, Amber Rasmussen shares eight of the most powerful moments from Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond—featuring real afterlife experiences and undeniable signs from beyond.
These stories include dream visitations, near-death experiences, messages from loved ones after death, and deeply personal moments of after-death communication that brought comfort, clarity, and healing.
Each experience offers a glimpse into the possibility of connecting with deceased loved ones—and the ways those connections may continue beyond death.
Whether you’re new to Next Realm or revisiting your favorite episodes, this collectio...
16. Do Pets Visit Us After Death? One Story That Says Yes
What if our pets don’t just leave us—but continue to guide us?
In this short 'Signs in a Snap' episode, we explore animal visitation dreams and the powerful signs that can come from pets after death.
Through a moving personal story—including hearing a dog’s bark after passing—this episode examines what may be after-death communication from animals and how pets may continue connecting with us from the other side.
It also explores the idea that pets may guide each other home, offering comfort, protection, and reassurance through signs from beyond.
15. The Red LEGO — A Mother’s Afterlife Experience From Her Son
In this powerful afterlife experience, Tara Stilwell shares how she received a specific and undeniable sign from her six-year-old son, Wilder.
After losing Wilder, Tara asked for a highly specific sign: a red LEGO in a place it didn’t belong. What happened mere hours later, in a ballet studio waiting room, became an unforgettable afterlife experience—a moment of connection so precise and meaningful that it quickly went viral on TikTok and was featured in People magazine.
This deeply moving story is a powerful example of how afterlife experiences can bring comfort, validation, and a continue...
14. From Shark Tank to Solving Crimes—When Spirit Took Over
In this deeply moving episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Amber welcomes Kiersten Hathcock — entrepreneur, author of Little Voices, and co-founder of the National Institute for Law and Justice (NILJ).
Once celebrated for her appearance on Shark Tank, Kiersten’s life took an unexpected and extraordinary turn in her mid-30s when she began hearing the voices of children who had passed on. What began as confusion and disbelief soon unfolded into a powerful spiritual awakening — one that guided her toward using her intuitive gifts to help uncover truths behind missing and murdered children’s cases.<...
13. She Kept Finding Pennies… Until She Understood the Message
In this powerful afterlife experience, Fern Ronay shares how she began receiving undeniable signs from deceased loved ones—including a series of meaningful pennies that felt impossible to ignore.
Fern, author and host of Signs From the Other Side, shares how these afterlife experiences shaped her spiritual journey and inspired her podcast and books centered around connection beyond death.
We dive into:
How her afterlife experiences and spiritual awakenings opened her mind to connecting with loved ones beyond the physical worldBalancing Catholic faith with spiritual beliefs, rooted in love and acceptanceA touching afterlife experience involvin...12. He Came to Me Before He Died—Dream Visitation & Astral Projection
The night before she received the call, he came to her in a dream.
It wasn’t like any dream she had experienced before—it felt real, intentional… like a goodbye.
But that wasn’t the end of their connection.
Years later, Edwina experienced something even more extraordinary: an astral projection that allowed her to reconnect with him—and led her to an unexpected reunion with her deceased grandmother in the Netherlands.
In this powerful episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Edwina shares her story of love, loss, and the moments...
11. Messages From Beyond: Signs From a Pet After Death (Part 2)
After saying goodbye to her beloved dog Landshark, Crystal believed their story had come to an end.
But it didn’t.
In the days and months that followed, she began experiencing signs she couldn’t explain—moments that felt like clear messages from beyond, reminding her that their bond was still intact.
In this powerful continuation of Part 1, Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond explores Crystal’s journey through pet loss, grief, and what she believes is a profound pet afterlife connection.
From vivid dreams to unmistakable signs from the other side, Crys...
10. Over the Rainbow Bridge—Signs From Beyond After Pet Loss (Part 1)
When Ashleigh lost her beloved dog Bodhi, the grief was overwhelming. He had been more than a pet—he was a source of comfort through infertility, a protector, and a constant companion to her son.
But after Bodhi crossed the Rainbow Bridge, something unexpected began to happen.
Ashleigh started noticing signs she couldn’t explain—moments that felt like messages from beyond, suggesting their connection hadn’t ended.
In this emotional episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Ashleigh returns to share her story of pet loss, grief, and what she believes is a powe...
LoveLustFear: Exploring Spirituality, Karma & Connection
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In this captivating episode of LoveLustFear, hosts Jake Deptula and Michele Locke welcome special guest Amber Rasmussen, host of Next Realm and Ex-Wives Undercover.
Together, they dive deep into the intersections of love, spirituality, and karma—exploring personal experiences, mysterious signs from beyond, and the role of intuition in relationships.
Amber shares her journey into spirituality, how personal loss led to profound experiences, and how she helps others navigate toxic relationships and emotional healing. The conversation also unpacks the concepts of twin flames, soulmates, and the use (and mi...
9. She Left Signs in His Coffee—Then He Learned Astral Projection
After losing his wife of 27 years, William refused to believe their connection was over.
At first, the signs were subtle—beautiful, unexplainable patterns appearing in the coffee he made for her each morning. Moments that felt intentional… like messages from beyond.
But what happened next changed everything.
Through meditation and learning how to raise his vibration, William taught himself astral projection—allowing him to reconnect with his wife in the afterlife. What he experienced during those encounters challenged everything he thought he knew about life, death, and love.
In this powerful episod...
8. My Grandma’s Final Visit—Dream Signs From Beyond After Death
When Jake Deptula lost his grandmother, their bond didn’t feel broken—it felt transformed.
Soon after her passing, he experienced a vivid dream visitation that felt more like a final goodbye than a dream. What happened in that moment left him questioning everything he thought he knew about the afterlife.
Was it a dream—or a sign from beyond?
In this emotional episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Amber Rasmussen speaks with Jake, host of Strictly Stalking and Love, Lust, Fear, about his experience with after-death communication, dream messages, and connecting...
7. Angel Numbers After Death—Signs From Beyond I Couldn’t Ignore
After her mother’s sudden decline, Emily began noticing something she couldn’t explain—angel numbers appearing again and again, especially during her time in the ICU.
At first, they felt like coincidence. But after her mother’s death, the patterns became impossible to ignore.
Were they signs from beyond?
In this emotional episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Emily shares her experience with grief, loss, and the moments she believes were after-death communication from her mother. From angel numbers to deeply personal signs, her story explores connecting with a deceased loved one...
6. Was It Murder or Suicide? Signs From Beyond Reveal the Truth
When Athena’s sister Jessica died, the official story didn’t sit right.
Born just a year apart, the two shared an unbreakable bond—and a promise: if one of them passed, she would send signs from beyond.
After Jessica’s death, Athena began experiencing moments she couldn’t ignore—powerful signs she believes were after-death communication from her sister. But these experiences didn’t just bring comfort… they raised new questions.
Was it really suicide—or something more?
In this gripping episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Athena shares her journey...
5. He Died From Addiction—Then Sent Rainbows From Beyond
When my nephew passed away from addiction in 2016, our family was left navigating overwhelming grief, loss, and unanswered questions.
Then the signs began.
From rainbows appearing at just the right moments to other deeply personal experiences, we began to witness what felt like undeniable signs from beyond—moments of after-death communication that brought comfort, healing, and a renewed sense of connection.
In this emotional episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, I’m joined by my sister as we share our story of loss, grief, and the afterlife experiences that followed. Together, we re...
4. Dream Visitations From Loved Ones: Signs From Beyond & Healing
After years of distance caused by alcohol addiction, Brian never got the chance to say goodbye to his father. When his father passed, he was left with unresolved pain, grief, and unanswered questions.
Then came a dream he can’t explain.
In what he believes was a dream visitation from his father, Brian experienced a powerful moment of after-death communication—one that felt real, intentional, and deeply healing. The message he received became a turning point in his journey through grief and reconciliation.
In this episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Brian...
3. “I Was Drowning in Grief”—Signs From Beyond & After Death Communication
When Ashleigh lost her father, their relationship was left fractured by unresolved conflict. The last time they spoke, politics had driven a wedge between them—leaving her with guilt, grief, and unanswered questions after his death.
In the midst of that grief, Ashleigh began experiencing clear and undeniable signs from beyond—moments she believes were after-death communication from her father, reaching her from the other side.
What happened next changed everything.
In this episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Ashleigh shares her journey through grief, healing after loss, and the afterlife exper...
2. She Almost Died—Then Saw Her Father Waiting for Her (NDE)
After a devastating miscarriage, Amaia nearly lost her life—and in that moment, she experienced what she describes as a near-death experience.
During this NDE, she found herself face-to-face with her father, who had already passed. He told her it wasn’t her time… and that she needed to go back.
What she saw—and what she felt in that space between life and death—changed everything.
In this powerful episode of Next Realm: Beautiful Stories from Beyond, Amaia shares her near death experience after miscarriage, her encounter in the afterlife, and what it revealed...
1.“He Opened the Sky”—A Widow’s Afterlife Experience & Signs From Beyond
One night, Sue left the house for just 15 minutes—and when she returned, her husband Jon had suddenly passed.
In the days and weeks after his death, she began experiencing subtle but undeniable signs—from a feather that appeared for her mother to moments that made her question the afterlife and what happens after we die. As her grief deepened, so did her awareness of what she believes were signs from beyond.
Then came the moment she can’t explain.
In a vivid dream visitation, Jon appeared to her. He told her he couldn...
Signs from Beyond: Are Your Loved Ones Trying to Communicate?
Have you ever experienced signs from beyond—such as a familiar voice, a comforting presence, or meaningful synchronicities—that made you wonder if your deceased loved ones are trying to communicate? In this premiere trailer episode of NEXT REALM, we explore the powerful phenomenon of spirit communication, after death communication, and afterlife experiences that provide hope and comfort.
Join host Amber Rasmussen as she introduces heartfelt stories from individuals who have witnessed clear signs from the other side, offering reassurance in times of grief. This podcast delves into connecting with deceased loved ones and how afterlife encounters help...