Imagine Heaven Podcast with John Burke
From the author of the New York Times Bestseller Imagine Heaven—with over 1 million copies sold—comes a thought-provoking podcast by John Burke exploring one of life’s biggest questions: What happens after we die? The Gallop poll found that 1 in 25 Americans has experienced a Near-Death Experience (NDE). Join us as we unpack real-life NDE stories and examine how they align with the Heaven described in the Bible. This podcast dives into the intersection of faith, science, and the profound mystery of the afterlife. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and awakened to new possibilities. Tune in and discover: Are NDEs glimpses of Heaven?
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September 10, 2026 • 97 mins
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of kidnapping, severe trauma, abuse, and horrific treatment that may be disturbing or triggering for some viewers. Please use discretion when listening.
How can a loving God allow unimaginable evil? It’s a question that can shake our faith to its core. When we hear stories of innocent people suffering at the hands of others, it can make us question God’s goodness,...
How can a loving God allow unimaginable evil? It’s a question that can shake our faith to its core. When we hear stories of innocent people suffering at the hands of others, it can make us question God’s goodness,...
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August 27, 2026 • 83 mins
Near Death Experience Story | NDE | Heaven | God | Imagine Heaven | John Burke
When Dr. Colin Perry suffered a massive heart attack, he died—and encountered Jesus. But what Jesus showed him raised one of the biggest questions Christians have wrestled with for centuries: If God already knows the future, do we actually have free will?
During his near-death experience, Colin says he was shown the future—but a...
When Dr. Colin Perry suffered a massive heart attack, he died—and encountered Jesus. But what Jesus showed him raised one of the biggest questions Christians have wrestled with for centuries: If God already knows the future, do we actually have free will?
During his near-death experience, Colin says he was shown the future—but a...
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August 6, 2026 • 58 mins
Near Death Experience Story | NDE | Heaven | God | Imagine Heaven | John Burke
Dr. Ron Smothermon welcomed a house guest into his home during the aftermath of the man’s painful divorce. Then, without warning, his guest experienced a psychotic break—and Ron found himself fighting for his life.
As Ron was stabbed repeatedly, something extraordinary happened:--time appeared to stand still. In this episode of ...
Dr. Ron Smothermon welcomed a house guest into his home during the aftermath of the man’s painful divorce. Then, without warning, his guest experienced a psychotic break—and Ron found himself fighting for his life.
As Ron was stabbed repeatedly, something extraordinary happened:--time appeared to stand still. In this episode of ...
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July 9, 2026 • 76 mins
Jim Woodford was agnostic yet had a surprising, detailed near death experience and saw the book of his life.
He was a successful Canadian businessman and airline pilot. He had built a comfortable life, never prayed, and saw no reason to believe in God.
Then an opioid overdose changed everything.
In this unforgettable conversation with John Burke, Jim shares the near-death experience that shattered everything he...
He was a successful Canadian businessman and airline pilot. He had built a comfortable life, never prayed, and saw no reason to believe in God.
Then an opioid overdose changed everything.
In this unforgettable conversation with John Burke, Jim shares the near-death experience that shattered everything he...
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June 18, 2026 • 98 mins
Born into the chaos of the Rwandan genocide, Swidiq's childhood was marked by unimaginable loss, division, and survival.
As violence tore through his country and fractured his family, he found himself living on the streets, searching for purpose amid tragedy.
Determined to find truth, Swidiq devoted himself to Islam, eventually becoming a respected Imam and passionate defender of his faith. He was confident in what he...
As violence tore through his country and fractured his family, he found himself living on the streets, searching for purpose amid tragedy.
Determined to find truth, Swidiq devoted himself to Islam, eventually becoming a respected Imam and passionate defender of his faith. He was confident in what he...
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June 4, 2026 • 78 mins
A Hindu manufacturing engineer clinically dies — and what he experiences completely challenges what he expected about the afterlife.
Santosh grew up believing in reincarnation. But during his near-death experience, he says he encountered something else entirely: a radiant city unlike anything he had ever seen before… matching descriptions found in Revelation 21 of the Bible.
What he describes about God, h...
Santosh grew up believing in reincarnation. But during his near-death experience, he says he encountered something else entirely: a radiant city unlike anything he had ever seen before… matching descriptions found in Revelation 21 of the Bible.
What he describes about God, h...
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May 19, 2026 • 63 mins
Blind from birth, Brad Barrows stopped breathing for 4 minutes during a near death experience at just 8 years old. During his NDE, he described heaven with details shockingly similar to what sighted people around the world report seeing — despite never having seen anything on earth himself.
But there was one experience in heaven that stayed with him more than anything else. Brad encountered something so beautiful, powe...
But there was one experience in heaven that stayed with him more than anything else. Brad encountered something so beautiful, powe...
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April 23, 2026 • 51 mins
In this episode of Imagine Heaven, John Burke sits down with investigative journalist Billy Hallowell to explore the evidence behind supernatural encounters, spiritual warfare, and the unseen realm.
From documented cases to personal investigations, Billy shares what he’s uncovered about how angels and demons may be interacting with people today - and what that could mean for your life.
Are these beings real? And...
From documented cases to personal investigations, Billy shares what he’s uncovered about how angels and demons may be interacting with people today - and what that could mean for your life.
Are these beings real? And...
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April 2, 2026 • 70 mins
What if non-speaking autistic individuals aren’t “trapped”… but experiencing something far beyond what we can see?
Pastor Joe Infranco joins John Burke to reveal stunning parallels between Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and what autistic non-speakers are now communicating through spelling.
These individuals—once thought unable to express themselves—are describing encounters with the...
Pastor Joe Infranco joins John Burke to reveal stunning parallels between Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and what autistic non-speakers are now communicating through spelling.
These individuals—once thought unable to express themselves—are describing encounters with the...
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March 20, 2026 • 74 mins
At just 20 years old, Gabe Poirot thought he understood God. He had been to Bible college. He believed in Jesus. Millions were already watching him teach about faith online.
But everything changed in an instant.
After a 30 mph crash on a motorized skateboard, Gabe suffered a traumatic brain injury that cracked open his skull - and led to a life-altering near-death experience.
What he encountere...
But everything changed in an instant.
After a 30 mph crash on a motorized skateboard, Gabe suffered a traumatic brain injury that cracked open his skull - and led to a life-altering near-death experience.
What he encountere...
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March 11, 2026 • 86 mins
Joe Joe Morris grew up in an extremely strict religious environment that gave him a harsh and fearful view of God. Raised within Mennonite and Hutterite communities, his faith was built on rules, judgment, and shame.
But everything changed the day he nearly died.
During a powerful near-death experience, Joe Joe says he encountered God in the throne room of heaven - and the God he met was nothing like the one he though...
But everything changed the day he nearly died.
During a powerful near-death experience, Joe Joe says he encountered God in the throne room of heaven - and the God he met was nothing like the one he though...
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February 19, 2026 • 76 mins
What would you do if a doctor told you that you only had two years to live?
In this episode, John Burke interviews Mike Olsen, who faced that exact reality.
After receiving what felt like a two-year notice, Mike began living with new urgency and clarity - only to later actually die, experience a profound near-death encounter, and return with life-altering insight.
In this powerful conversation, Mike share...
In this episode, John Burke interviews Mike Olsen, who faced that exact reality.
After receiving what felt like a two-year notice, Mike began living with new urgency and clarity - only to later actually die, experience a profound near-death encounter, and return with life-altering insight.
In this powerful conversation, Mike share...
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January 28, 2026 • 76 mins
Mike Lewis lived for years under the weight of horrific things that had been done to him - and what he had done to others. Shaped by childhood trauma, buried shame, and a constant sense of condemnation, he believed God could only be disappointed, if not disgusted, by who he had become.
Then, in a near-death experience, he met Jesus face to face and everything changed.
Then, in a near-death experience, he met Jesus face to face and everything changed.
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January 8, 2026 • 80 mins
Brian Dickinson is the only person in history to solo summit Mount Everest and make it back alive after going completely blind.
During his descent from the top of the world, Brian lost his sight, faced certain death, and encountered a Presence that changed the course of his descent.
This is not just a survival story - it’s a powerful testimony of faith, surrender, and the Presence of God in our helplessness.
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During his descent from the top of the world, Brian lost his sight, faced certain death, and encountered a Presence that changed the course of his descent.
This is not just a survival story - it’s a powerful testimony of faith, surrender, and the Presence of God in our helplessness.
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December 17, 2025 • 16 mins
Do you have a guardian angel? What are angels really like - and what role do they play in our lives?
In this special audio-only episode, John Burke shares four powerful angelic encounters told by near-death experiencers he has interviewed over the years.
These firsthand stories reveal the many ways God uses His angels to guide, protect, and comfort us - often in moments we never even realize. From announcing and watch...
In this special audio-only episode, John Burke shares four powerful angelic encounters told by near-death experiencers he has interviewed over the years.
These firsthand stories reveal the many ways God uses His angels to guide, protect, and comfort us - often in moments we never even realize. From announcing and watch...
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November 20, 2025 • 83 mins
What if you died… met God… saw Heaven… and then woke up believing it was 1969? That’s exactly what happened to Doug Knake.
One moment, Doug was slipping into darkness, chased by terrifying beings that looked like silhouettes made of fire. The next, a presence filled everything around him — powerful, peaceful, unmistakably God — saying, “Do not be afraid. I am with you.”
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One moment, Doug was slipping into darkness, chased by terrifying beings that looked like silhouettes made of fire. The next, a presence filled everything around him — powerful, peaceful, unmistakably God — saying, “Do not be afraid. I am with you.”
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November 4, 2025 • 76 mins
When Mike McKenzie, a construction superintendent, nearly dies from a burst appendix, God answers a prayer he made as a little boy - to see Heaven. In this incredible near-death experience, Mike is shown how deeply God cares about every detail of our lives.
From the biggest life-and-death moments to the smallest tasks on the jobsite, he learns that nothing is too insignificant for God’s attention. Even something as ord...
From the biggest life-and-death moments to the smallest tasks on the jobsite, he learns that nothing is too insignificant for God’s attention. Even something as ord...
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October 24, 2025 • 42 mins
In this special episode, John and Kathy Burke explore how the way you imagine God--His heart, character, and attributes--shapes every part of your life. The thoughts you hold about God are the most important ones you have, because they influence how you see yourself, others, and the world around you. How can near-death experiences help us better understand what Scripture reveals about God’s true nature?
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October 14, 2025 • 83 mins
In one of the most mind-blowing near-death experience stories ever shared, software engineer Steve Boyls reveals what he saw while in a coma from COVID. His journey through Heaven is unforgettable - from walking through his father’s woodshop in his Heavenly home to witnessing the warhorses of Heaven and discovering a personal gift God had waiting for him when he returned.
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September 26, 2025 • 103 mins
Can modern neuroscience point us toward the reality of the soul? In this compelling conversation, neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren joins pastor and author John Burke to explore the intersection of near-death experiences, brain science, and faith.
From his time as a brain surgeon in the Iraqi war -- where he faced trauma and later endured the devastating loss of his 19-year-old son -- Dr. Warren has sought both scientific and spir...
From his time as a brain surgeon in the Iraqi war -- where he faced trauma and later endured the devastating loss of his 19-year-old son -- Dr. Warren has sought both scientific and spir...
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