The Miraculous Journey from Body Bag to Heaven and Back with Vincent Todd Tolman
Wed Jan 14 2026
Journey Beyond: Vinney Todd Tolman's Near-Death Experience,
“The Miraculous Journey from Body Bag to Heaven and Back”In this extraordinary episode of "How I Made It Through," host Bernadette Thompson sits down with Vinney Todd Tolman, who shares his profound near-death experience and the life-altering insights he gained from it. At the age of 25, Vinney was pronounced dead and placed in a body bag, only to miraculously return to life nearly an hour later. His journey, as detailed in his book "The Light After Death," unveils the incredible encounters and lessons he learned during his time beyond the veil. From meeting his spiritual guide, Drake, to experiencing the interconnectedness of all things, Vinney's story is a testament to the power of love, authenticity, and the eternal nature of the soul. This episode is a deep dive into the mysteries of life and death, and the transformative power of spiritual awakening.
- Vinney Todd Tolman's book: The Light After Death, Vincent Todd Tolman with Lynn Taylor (available at Amazon)- Learn more about near-death experiences: International Association of Near Death Studies - IANDS.org- Connect with Vinney at
Living God's Light : www. livinggodslight.org
Connect with Bernadette Thompson
Tell Me Our Story, Ancestral Healing : www.tellmeourstory.com
Also at Ancestral Healing Center:
YouTube@Ancestralhealingcenter
www.AncestralHealingCenter.com **Chapter Markers:**- **[00:00] Introduction**- Bernadette Thompson introduces the episode and guest, Vinney Todd Tolman.- **[03:00] The Fateful Day in 2003**- Vinney recounts the events leading up to his near-death experience.- **[06:00] The Overdose and Out-of-Body Experience**- Vinney describes the overdose incident and his initial out-of-body experience.- **[09:00] The Journey Begins**- Vinney watches events unfold from above and hears the thoughts of those around him.- **[12:00] The Rookie Medic's Intuition**- A rookie medic's intuition saves Vinney's life, leading to his miraculous revival.- **[15:00] Meeting the Guide, Drake**- Vinney meets his spiritual guide, Drake, and begins to learn profound lessons.- **[18:00] Lessons in Authenticity and Love**- Drake teaches Vinney about the importance of authenticity and love.- **[21:00] The Nature of Earth School**- Vinney learns about the purpose of life on Earth and the illusion of time.- **[24:00] The Power of Prejudice and Unity**- Vinney confronts his own prejudices and learns about the interconnectedness of all life.- **[27:00] The Vision of Heaven**- Vinney describes his experience of heaven and the overwhelming love he felt there.- **[30:00] The Retu:rn to Earth**- Vinney's brother's prayer brings him back to life, and he reflects on his journey.- **[33:00] A Miraculous Confirmation**- Vinney discovers the identity of his guide, Drake, and finds validation in his experience.- **[36:00] Embracing the Experience**- Vinney discusses the impact of his experience on his life and mental health.**Resources:****Call-to-Action:**If Vinney's story resonated with you, please consider sharing this episode with friends and family who might find inspiration in his journey. Don't forget to subscribe to "How I Made It Through" for more incredible stories of resilience and transformation. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to let us know what you think!
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Journey Beyond: Vinney Todd Tolman's Near-Death Experience, “The Miraculous Journey from Body Bag to Heaven and Back”In this extraordinary episode of "How I Made It Through," host Bernadette Thompson sits down with Vinney Todd Tolman, who shares his profound near-death experience and the life-altering insights he gained from it. At the age of 25, Vinney was pronounced dead and placed in a body bag, only to miraculously return to life nearly an hour later. His journey, as detailed in his book "The Light After Death," unveils the incredible encounters and lessons he learned during his time beyond the veil. From meeting his spiritual guide, Drake, to experiencing the interconnectedness of all things, Vinney's story is a testament to the power of love, authenticity, and the eternal nature of the soul. This episode is a deep dive into the mysteries of life and death, and the transformative power of spiritual awakening. - Vinney Todd Tolman's book: The Light After Death, Vincent Todd Tolman with Lynn Taylor (available at Amazon)- Learn more about near-death experiences: International Association of Near Death Studies - IANDS.org- Connect with Vinney at Living God's Light : www. livinggodslight.org Connect with Bernadette Thompson Tell Me Our Story, Ancestral Healing : www.tellmeourstory.com Also at Ancestral Healing Center: YouTube@Ancestralhealingcenter www.AncestralHealingCenter.com **Chapter Markers:**- **[00:00] Introduction**- Bernadette Thompson introduces the episode and guest, Vinney Todd Tolman.- **[03:00] The Fateful Day in 2003**- Vinney recounts the events leading up to his near-death experience.- **[06:00] The Overdose and Out-of-Body Experience**- Vinney describes the overdose incident and his initial out-of-body experience.- **[09:00] The Journey Begins**- Vinney watches events unfold from above and hears the thoughts of those around him.- **[12:00] The Rookie Medic's Intuition**- A rookie medic's intuition saves Vinney's life, leading to his miraculous revival.- **[15:00] Meeting the Guide, Drake**- Vinney meets his spiritual guide, Drake, and begins to learn profound lessons.- **[18:00] Lessons in Authenticity and Love**- Drake teaches Vinney about the importance of authenticity and love.- **[21:00] The Nature of Earth School**- Vinney learns about the purpose of life on Earth and the illusion of time.- **[24:00] The Power of Prejudice and Unity**- Vinney confronts his own prejudices and learns about the interconnectedness of all life.- **[27:00] The Vision of Heaven**- Vinney describes his experience of heaven and the overwhelming love he felt there.- **[30:00] The Retu:rn to Earth**- Vinney's brother's prayer brings him back to life, and he reflects on his journey.- **[33:00] A Miraculous Confirmation**- Vinney discovers the identity of his guide, Drake, and finds validation in his experience.- **[36:00] Embracing the Experience**- Vinney discusses the impact of his experience on his life and mental health.**Resources:****Call-to-Action:**If Vinney's story resonated with you, please consider sharing this episode with friends and family who might find inspiration in his journey. Don't forget to subscribe to "How I Made It Through" for more incredible stories of resilience and transformation. Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform to let us know what you think!