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    The Mortuary Show

    A podcast where we talk about death, embalming, funerals and anything else that pops up in the ole cranium. We have guests come on to tell their most morbid stories. Listen or you’re dead to us…. ☠️

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    Latest Episodes:
    Nathan Morris: A Conversation 🎵 Jun 04, 2024
    Show notes

    This one has got it all today folks. Renowned musician & mortician, Nathan Morris, gets real with Michael. They go deep on the role of mindset in funeral life, growing as a human, the struggles of the mortuary, & the role music has on life.

    Nathan’s new song comes out THIS WEEK: June 7th “Villain”. Listen to it 100 times & support this great funeral director!

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    Mortuary Marketing

    Elevate your funeral home’s online presence.

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    Want to start today?

    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (01:45) – Pursuing your passion in life.

    (26:32) – The art of showing up every day.

    (33:06) – Facing resistance in funeral service.

    (37:08) – Growth in life & in business.

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    Takeaways

    • The importance of being authentic and true to oneself, even in the face of criticism or judgment.
    • The impact of social media on personal and professional growth, and the challenges and rewards of pursuing creative passions.
    • The demands and challenges of the funeral profession, including the need for self-care and the struggle to find a balance between work and personal life.
    • The significance of perseverance and self-awareness in navigating life's challenges and pursuing one's passions. The importance of showing up and being consistent in pursuing one's passion.
    • Dealing with criticism and the impact of constructive feedback.
    • The challenges and resistance to change in the funeral profession.
    • The growth and expansion of funeral homes and the value of pre-need planning.
    • The release of a new song titled 'Villain' and the marketing strategy behind it.

    What Happens When You Die Away From Home? ✈️ May 28, 2024
    Show notes

    What happens with a preneed case that dies outside the location of the funeral home? Are you driving cross country for that removal? Asking the family to kindly use someone else? Hoping that they’ll cover the cost of an additional flight/shipping? Chris from SepioGuard & Michael get into all of this and so much more on how you can help your FH & its families.


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    Mortuary Marketing

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    Show Notes:

    (04:45) – How a retail background flows nicely into funeral service.

    (08:32) – The key to preneed sales.

    (23:06) – Decedent travel protection.

    (34:08) – White glove service for the family is the way to go.

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    Takeaways

    • Genuine connection with client families is crucial in the funeral service industry.
    • Understanding and addressing the emotional needs of families is more important than pushing sales.
    • Transitioning from retail to healthcare and then to death care requires adaptability and a willingness to learn.
    • Introducing new products or services in a large organization can be challenging, but persistence and teamwork can lead to success. Identify the problems in your industry and take action to address them.
    • Focus on providing a positive experience for funeral home counselors and client families.
    • Use technology and partnerships to improve processes and provide better service.
    • Have a long-term vision focused on continuous progress and supporting your industry.

    American Idol Mortician Kennedy Reid! 🎤 May 21, 2024
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    It’s the 100th episode of The Mortuary Show!! And we’ve got an extra special guest for you... It’s the one & only Kennedy Reid. Kennedy just finished Top 20 in American Idol: She can sing, she can embalm, she can get the crowd going, and a special edition of Ave Maria may or (definitely won’t) make an appearance. Yay Kennedy!

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    Mortuary Marketing

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    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (02:07) – Auditioning for American Idol.

    (08:14) – Embalming room on National TV.

    (21:40) – LA life vs funeral home life.

    (28:07) – Always keep that license!

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    Takeaways

    • Kennedy Reed, a top 20 contestant on American Idol, is also a licensed funeral director and embalmer.
    • She balanced her work at a funeral home with her time on American Idol, with the support of her funeral home family.
    • Kennedy's passion for her work as an embalmer is evident, and she finds fulfillment in caring for the deceased.
    • She discusses the challenges of dealing with cases involving children and gun violence, which can be emotionally difficult.
    • Kennedy had plans to dedicate a performance on American Idol to children who have lost their lives to gun violence. Being a contestant on American Idol is physically and emotionally challenging, especially for young contestants.
    • The filming schedule for the show is demanding, with long days and constant travel.
    • Kennedy plans to pursue a career in music and hopes to make original music and go on tour.
    • She will also keep her mortuary license as a backup plan.
    • Kennedy received support from fellow contestants and enjoyed sharing her background as a mortician.

    Funeral Home Goes Green 🌱 May 14, 2024
    Show notes

    How can we control that special odor we all so love to hate- DeCoMp??? Michael & Stephanie (@thegreendirector) discuss the changing shift towards green options for families. They also get into Parting Stones, opening a alkaline hydrolysis facility, and a lot more fun knowledge.

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    Mortuary Marketing

    Elevate your funeral home’s online presence.

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    Want to start today?

    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (00:36) – Running a Green Facility.

    (05:43) – A unique way to control special odors.

    (21:28) – Embalming for everyone.

    (30:24) – Parting Stone.

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    Takeaways

    • Running a green funeral facility requires creativity and problem-solving skills to accommodate families' wishes without embalming.
    • Creative solutions for odor control in natural burials include using natural antibacterial products, baby powder, and cedar blocks.
    • Distinguishing the funeral home from competitors is essential, and offering unique services and eco-friendly options can attract families.
    • Trying new products, such as green embalming fluids, can benefit both the funeral home and the embalmer's health. There are different levels of green funeral options, and families want more choices.
    • Embalming can be a beautiful last gift to preserve the memory of a loved one, but there are also more eco-friendly embalming options available.
    • The process of opening an alkaline hydrolysis facility can be challenging due to regulations and approvals from various authorities.
    • Funeral service can be emotionally draining and time-consuming, leading some professionals to seek alternative roles or support funeral directors in other ways.
    • Parting Stone offers a service that solidifies cremated remains into stones, providing families with an alternative option.
    • Supporting funeral directors and funeral homes is crucial for the industry's growth and longevity.
    • There is a need for an in-between role that educates families about their funeral options and helps them make informed decisions.

    What Happens if you Embalm While Pregnant? 🤱 May 07, 2024
    Show notes

    Go Jacqueline! A mommy to be still toughing it out in the prep room & at the funeral home. Find out what that's like, border "wars", & a suicide case wrongly identified...


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    Mortuary Marketing

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    Want to start today?

    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (03:21) – Being pregnant as a funeral director.

    (08:19) – From hospice to funeral home.

    (13:18) – How to hand over the bill.

    (28:00) – Misreported suicide case.

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    Takeaways

    • Being pregnant as a funeral director can present unique challenges and limitations.
    • There is a variety of opinions on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the funeral industry.
    • Working in hospice care can provide valuable experience and a different perspective on death and dying.
    • Licensing requirements can vary between states, creating challenges for funeral directors working on border areas.
    • Being present for families and providing hands-on care can have a positive impact on the funeral director's relationship with the family.

    Smelling Salts on a Funeral 😤 Apr 30, 2024
    Show notes

    Katie tells some crazy stories in funeral service: Baby's choking during a service, medical emergencies on the job, smelling salts to get those passer-outers perked up & family fist fights.


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    Mortuary Marketing

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    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (03:02) – Why did you do this???

    (07:54) – Corporate to family-owned.

    (22:04) – Medical emergencies during visitations.

    (25:59) – Family fist fights.

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    Takeaways

    • Consistency in funeral service is important for building trust with families.
    • Finding a creative outlet, such as crocheting, can help relieve stress in the funeral industry.
    • Funeral directors may encounter unexpected medical emergencies at the funeral home and need to be prepared to handle them.
    • Family drama and conflicts can arise during funerals, and funeral directors must navigate these situations with professionalism and empathy.

    How to Restore a Flattened Nose 👃 Apr 23, 2024
    Show notes

    Kelley’s got some good tips for us embalmers out there! Repairing cot damaged facial features, neck lines, using mouth formers in some unique ways, and why do funeral directors ALWAYS need a back up pair of paints... Great stuff from our teaching specialist out of the University of Minnesota.

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    Mortuary Marketing

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    Show Notes:

    (04:11) – My pants ripped.

    (10:14) – Mouth formers for a damaged nose.

    (21:35) – Reducing swelling & edema.

    (35:23) – The importance of tissue donation (yes, FD’s, I know)

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    Takeaways

    · Collaboration among professors is crucial in improving mortuary education and finding effective teaching methods.

    · Embarrassing moments are common in the funeral industry, and professionals should be prepared to handle unexpected situations with grace.

    · Comfortable clothing is essential for funeral directors, as they often need to move and perform physical tasks throughout the day.

    · Innovative teaching techniques, such as using mouth formers for nose restoration, can enhance students' learning experience.

    · Learning from other funeral directors and continuously seeking knowledge from various sources is essential for professional growth in the funeral industry. Collaboration and education between funeral directors and donation centers are crucial for successful organ, tissue, and eye donation processes.

    · Funeral directors play a vital role in honoring families' wishes and providing support during the donation process.

    · Sharing knowledge and skills with funeral directors can improve their ability to handle donation cases and communicate effectively with families.

    · Engaging teaching techniques can enhance learning experiences for funeral directors and help them stay informed and adaptable in their profession.


    Mortician VS. Playboy Bunny ☠️🐇 w/ Bridget Marquardt! Apr 16, 2024
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    Bridget is a playboy bunny... Ed & Michael are funeral directors... Where do you think this conversation goes??? The conversation might just SHOCK YOU! 👻👻


    Listen to this exclusive interview with The Girls Next Door icon, Bridget Marquardt @bridgetmarquardt & her brother Ed the Mortician! We talk Playboy Mansion hauntings, seeing ghosts as a mortician, reality television for real, and Hugh Hefner.


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    Mortuary Marketing

    Increase your funeral home’s business! Guaranteed to get you more death calls.

    ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠

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    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction of Bridget and Ed

    02:59 Bridget's Career in the Playboy Mansion and Ed's Career as a Mortician

    07:09 Bridget's Experiences at the Haunted Myrtles Plantation

    13:44 Ed's Spooky Encounter in New Orleans After Hurricane Katrina

    21:07 More Ghostly Encounters at the Myrtles Plantation

    24:02 The Intense Night at the Myrtles Plantation

    25:27 The Influence of Inviting Spirits

    25:56 Haunted Hotels and Paranormal Fascination

    27:19 Mortuary School and Haunted Buildings

    32:57 From Playboy Playmate to Podcast Host

    37:07 Halloween Parties at the Playboy Mansion


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    Takeaways

    • Bridget and Ed have different career paths but share an interest in the paranormal.
    • Bridget shares her experiences at the haunted Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana.
    • Ed recounts a spooky encounter during his time in the army in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.
    • The conversation highlights the connection between death and the supernatural. Bridget shares her fascination with the paranormal and her experience staying at a haunted hotel.
    • Ed discusses his career as a mortician and the strange occurrences he has witnessed.
    • Bridget talks about her journey to becoming a Playboy Playmate and her time at the Playboy Mansion.
    • They discuss their podcast and their love for Halloween parties.



    I Found Gold Grillz in the Crematory 👑 Apr 09, 2024
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    Rank these from difficult to most difficult: Raising a family, being a funeral director, going to Mortuary School. Well, Sam is doing all of these. AT ONCE. Michael & Sam recap life, Catholic funeral services, Military Honors, and too much more.


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    Mortuary Marketing

    Increase your funeral home’s business! Guaranteed to get you more death calls.

    ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠

    Want to start today?

    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (08:56) – Learning from the vets.

    (19:20) – My brand is a little different than yours.

    (26:16) – Catholic services explained.

    (35:44) – You want to see my what?!

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    Takeaways

    • Working as a funeral director apprentice requires a combination of technical skills and customer service abilities.
    • Learning from experienced funeral directors is valuable in understanding the industry and its traditions.
    • The funeral service industry is evolving, and there is a need to balance tradition with modernization.
    • The impact of women in funeral services is significant and brings new perspectives and approaches to the field. Renovations should be true to the brand and cultural identity of the funeral home.
    • Balancing tradition and modernization is important in funeral services.
    • Funeral directors play a central role in Catholic funeral rites.
    • The role of a funeral director involves both being in the spotlight and stepping back to allow families to grieve.
    • Finding balance between work and personal life is crucial for funeral directors.
    • Self-care and personal time are essential for the well-being of funeral directors.

    Gettin' Stiff Stiff 🦾 Apr 02, 2024
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    Give Alexis & Shannan a big mortuary HELLO. They've gotten trapped in morgue coolers, helped on some infamous funeral services, and just know how to rock the house. They've got their own pod too called "Gettin' Stiff" (Hey! That's the name of this week's episode.) ENJOY!


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    Mortuary Marketing

    Increase your funeral home’s business! Guaranteed to get you more death calls.

    ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠

    Want to start today?

    Email: conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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    Show Notes:

    (04:23) – How do we get families to understand FS?

    (08:27) – Being direct(or)

    (19:18) – Alexis... go.

    (24:06) – Shannan....go.

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    Takeaways

    • Clear communication and using simple terms are essential in helping families understand funeral arrangements.
    • Transparency and directness are important in the funeral industry to build trust with families.
    • Funeral directors play a crucial role in supporting families during difficult times and providing them with the information they need.
    • Sharing knowledge and stories in the funeral industry can empower families and provide valuable insights.
    • The podcast aims to bridge the gap between funeral professionals and the general public, providing education and understanding about funeral service.

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