A Brush with Death
The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has launched A Brush With Death, a podcast to help funeral professionals be more responsive to the evolving needs of families and better respond to the issues shaping their businesses.
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Episode #97: Funeral Rescue: Turning Struggling Funeral Homes into Success Stories
11/11/2025
Episode #97: Funeral Rescue: Turning Struggling Funeral Homes into Success Stories
In this episode of A Brush with Death, host Gabe Schauf sits down with Derrick Husmann, Senior Business Consultant with Johnson Consulting Group, to talk about struggling funeral homes — and what it takes to turn them around. From poor financial management and outdated facilities to toxic workplace cultures and weak leadership, Derrick and Gabe explore the common challenges that can cause funeral homes to fail — and the practical steps firms can take to rebuild. With the right strategy, mindset, and willingness to adapt, even the most challenged funeral homes can find renewed success. Whether your funeral home is thriving or fighting to stay afloat, this episode offers real-world lessons in funeral home management, leadership, and growth that every funeral professional can use. Connect with Derrick or learn more here: 🔗 Learn more: 🎙️ Host: Gabe Schauf 📍 Presented by the National Funeral Directors Association funeral home management • funeral home success • funeral business consulting • Johnson Consulting Group • funeral home leadership • business turnaround • funeral service operations • A Brush with Death • funeral profession podcast • Gabe Schauf • Derrick Husman • improving funeral homes • funeral home strategy
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Episode #96: Spooky Mortuary Stories 2
10/28/2025
Episode #96: Spooky Mortuary Stories 2
The lights are dim, the air’s a little colder, and A Brush with Death is back with Spooky Mortuary Stories: Part 2. Host Gabe Schauf sits down with Amanda King, Faith Haug, Jennifer Heiselman, and Kari Northey to share real stories of strange encounters and things that can’t quite be explained. From ghostly figures and children who see what others can’t, to laughter and other sounds coming from empty rooms, and unexplained touches in the middle of the night—these tales might just have you turning on an extra light before bed. Tune in and enjoy another edition of Spooky Mortuary Stories.
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Episode #95: Funeral Pro Tips - Employer Edition
10/14/2025
Episode #95: Funeral Pro Tips - Employer Edition
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf sits down with four funeral home owners from across the country to explore how they recruit and retain the right people. Each guest shares their unique approach to finding employees who fit their culture, developing them into long-term team members, and building a workplace where people want to stay. Guests in this episode include: Chris Christian - Owner of Christian-Sells Funeral Home in Rogersville, Tennessee (1:38) Jeff Smith - Owner of Smith Family Funeral Homes in Little Rock, Arkansas (13:59) Dr. Camelia Clarke - Owner of Paradise Memorial Funeral Home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (26:07) Randy Anderson - Retired owner of Radney Funeral Home in Alexander City, Alabama (39:42) Whether you’re looking for new hiring ideas or ways to strengthen your team, this conversation offers real-world strategies and insights from those who’ve made it work.
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A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...ASD
09/30/2025
A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...ASD
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this segment, host, Gabe Schauf is joined by Kevin Czachor, Vice President of ASD. Kevin reflects on his own brush with death, the value of life, and the importance of what we do in the funeral profession. Then, Gabe and Kevin discuss the upcoming convention in Chicago and the NFDA Innovation award, which ASD sponsors. The importance of new ideas in this and any profession cannot be overstated. ASD celebrates the creation and fostering of innovations within the funeral profession that continue to help it grow, improve, and serve the public to the highest standards. Kevin Czachor is Vice President of ASD – Answering Service for Directors, a family-run business dedicated exclusively to serving funeral homes nationwide. Since officially joining ASD in 1991 after earning his degree in marketing and sales from Widener University, Kevin has played a key role in shaping the company’s sales, marketing, and innovative solutions that support funeral directors. Under his leadership, ASD has earned multiple NFDA Innovation Awards and developed groundbreaking technologies that enhance communication and care within the funeral profession. Guided by the values instilled by his parents—loyalty, respect, and putting family first—Kevin views himself as a family man with a business, not the other way around. He is passionate about supporting funeral service education, community initiatives, and staff wellness, while also leading ASD’s adaptation to modern challenges such as remote work. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys outdoor adventures with his wife and four children, staying active through athletic events, and tending to his family’s garden and fish pond.
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Episode #94: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 3 - Keynote Speakers
09/23/2025
Episode #94: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 3 - Keynote Speakers
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in Chicago, October 26–29. To help you get ready for the big event, we’ve prepared three convention preview episodes. In these episodes, host Gabe Schauf is joined by Innovation Award Finalists, Workshop Presenters, and, of course, the Keynote Speakers. In this final preview episode, we hear from our keynote speakers. At every convention, attendees can expect to learn from some of the most respected and recognized voices in the world, and Chicago will be no exception. On Monday, Felipe Gomez will kick off the convention with his presentation, Virtuoso: Living the Virtuoso Life. On Wednesday, Crystal Washington will close the four-day event with her presentation, Futureproof Yourself: Innovate and Thrive in Times of Uncertainty. In this episode, Gabe Schauf is joined by Felipe and Crystal to share more about themselves and give a preview of their keynotes. Join us for the International Convention and Expo this October in Chicago and start planning your itinerary today. Visit for more information.
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A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...Ring Ring Marketing
09/16/2025
A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...Ring Ring Marketing
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, sits down with Welton Hong, founder and CEO of Ring Ring Marketing. Welton and Gabe discuss AI’s effect on search engines as well as a few things you can do to keep your website SEO working for you. Ring Ring Marketing specializes in helping funeral homes grow by making their phones ring. With a focus on generating quality leads, improving online presence, and building stronger connections with families in need, Ring Ring Marketing provides proven strategies tailored to the funeral profession. Their goal is simple: bring more at-need and pre-need families to your funeral home so you can focus on what matters most—serving them with care and compassion. Welton is a leading expert in helping funeral homes convert leads from online directly to the phone line. He’s the author of the book Making Your Phone Ring with Internet Marketing for Funeral Homes and a regular contributor to NFDA’s The Director magazine and several other publications. Welton has a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Prior to starting Ring Ring Marketing, he was a senior technologist at R&D facilities for Intel, Sun Microsystems, and Oracle. He regularly speaks at conferences and other events for people in the death care industry. Click here to learn more about .
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Episode #93: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 2 - Workshop Speakers
09/09/2025
Episode #93: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 2 - Workshop Speakers
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in Chicago October 26th to the 29th. To get ready for the big event we have 3 convention preview episodes for you. In those episodes, host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by the Innovation Award Finalists, some of the Workshop Presenters, and of course, the Keynote speakers. In this second episode we will hear from some of our workshop speakers. There will be over 30 workshop presentations for attendees to choose from during the NFDA International Convention and Expo. Topics covered will include embalming, customer service, grief, human resources, marketing and more. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf is joined by four of the workshop presenters, Anna Nesbit, Jeff Smith, Sherrie Dunlevy and Amanda King to learn more about them and get a sneak peak into what they will be discussing in their presentations Join us for the International Convention and Expo this October in Chicago and start planning your itinerary today. Check out for more information. This episode is sponsored by .
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Episode #92: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 1 - Innovation Award
08/12/2025
Episode #92: 2025 International Convention & Expo Preview: Pt 1 - Innovation Award
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in Chicago October 26th to the 29th. To get ready for the big event we have 3 convention preview episodes for you. In those episodes, host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by the Innovation Award Finalists, some of the Workshop Presenters, and of course, the Keynote speakers. In this first episode we will hear from the innovation award finalists. The NFDA Innovation Award is sponsored this year by ASD and gives companies and organizations the opportunity to showcase their new product and service ideas designed to enhance the funeral profession and its function. The finalists this year are Afterword, Healing Path Cemetery, and Passare. Click here to learn more about Click here to learn more about Click here to learn more about Click here to register for the This episode is sponsored by
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...veJov Life
07/29/2025
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...veJov Life
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host Gabe Schauf sits down with Venroy Joseph, CEO of veJov Brands Corporation. Venroy shares veJov Life's unique memorial packages designed for funeral homes and how their innovative approach helps families honor their loved ones. About VeJov Life: VeJov Life is a dedicated design studio specializing in memorializing life’s moments, which prides itself on providing exceptional services that beautifully encapsulate the magic and emotions of every individual. Their work includes comprehensive services for funeral homes and personalized memorialization. They excel in offering heartfelt tribute packages and videos, aiming to honor and celebrate a loved one's legacy by transforming these significant events into timeless keepsakes. VeJov Life also extends its design expertise to other pivotal life events such as rites of passage, birthdays, bundles of joy, graduations, and weddings, providing custom photo/video editing and collages to document the atmosphere and highlights. Their foundation in graphic design showcases their deep commitment to their work and service to their customers. Learn more about veJovLife at their website:
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Episode #91: Funeral Pro Tips - Customer Service Edition
07/22/2025
Episode #91: Funeral Pro Tips - Customer Service Edition
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf chats with 5 funeral professionals from around the country to share practical tips and techniques for elevating how to care for families and improve customer service at your funeral home. These are easy, cost-effective, things you can do to make a big difference right away Guests in this episode include: - Preston McKee – President of Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services based in Johnson City, TN (2:44) - Nic Stevenson – Funeral Director with Stevenson Funeral Home based in Dickinson, ND (11:18) - Thomas Harty – Funeral Director with Day Funeral Home in Randolph, VT (15:05) - Geraldine Oliverie – Owner of Oliverie Funeral Home in Manchester, NJ (22:51) - Doug Gober – Owner and Partner of Foresight (31:44) Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, this episode has something for everyone. This episode is sponsored by Funeral Women Lead. Learn more at
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Episode #90: #FuneralDirector
07/08/2025
Episode #90: #FuneralDirector
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf sits down with Eileen Hollis, a licensed funeral director at Hollis Funeral Home in Syracuse, New York, and a prominent social media influencer. Eileen shares her story and experiences behind building a successful online following by openly discussing the funeral profession and demystifying death. The two explore the unique responsibilities of a funeral director engaging in the digital world, how her social media interactions are shaping the future of the profession, and the impact of public response on removing taboos surrounding death. This episode is sponsored by Funeral Women Lead. Learn more at
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Episode #89: From Comfort to Closure: Linking Funeral Service & Hospice
06/24/2025
Episode #89: From Comfort to Closure: Linking Funeral Service & Hospice
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf speaks with Greg Grabowski, author of "Engaging in the Heart of Hospice" and President of Serviam Hospice. Their conversation centers on the vital connection between funeral directors and hospice organizations and how a stronger partnership leads to more comprehensive care for grieving families. This episode is sponsored by Funeral Women Lead. Learn more at
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Episode #88: Congrats Class of 2025
06/10/2025
Episode #88: Congrats Class of 2025
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 and welcome to the funeral service profession! In this episode, host Gabe Schauf sits down with recent graduates Natasha Jules, William Trotman, Trinity Cornelius, and Cameron Smith. They share what inspired them to pursue funeral service, the lessons they’ve learned through their schooling and apprentice experiences, and what lies ahead as they begin their careers.
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Episode #87: Lest We Forget
05/13/2025
Episode #87: Lest We Forget
We wish you a blessed and peaceful Memorial Day. Never forget their sacrifice. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf is joined by Lanae Strovers, Iowa funeral director and Trainer with the NFDA. to learn about her organization, The Final Salute. Since 2018, The Final Salute has worked to locate and identify the unclaimed cremated remains of Veterans, children and civilians and provide them the proper burial services and honors they deserve. Visit their Facebook page and learn more by clicking .
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Episode #86: The Ripple Effect of Funeral Mentorship
04/08/2025
Episode #86: The Ripple Effect of Funeral Mentorship
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf explores the value of mentorship in the funeral profession. Joined by Lauren Budrow, a licensed funeral director and mortuary science educator, and Calvin Amato, a funeral trainee and soon-to-be graduate, the discussion addresses the true meaning of mentorship, its long-term effects on professionals and families, and how both seasoned and aspiring funeral directors can develop meaningful mentor-mentee relationships. Also, check out the April issue of The Director for a deeper dive into mentorship and more contributions from Lauren and Calvin. This episode is sponsored by
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...FIOH
03/27/2025
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...FIOH
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host Gabe Schauf, is joined by Sabena Nanji, founder of FIOH, to learn how funeral directors can use it to simplify the planning process and include the family every step of the way. About FIOH: Forever In Our Hearts (FIOH), the revolutionary online funeral planner that’s transforming how funeral directors and families navigate the planning process—from the first call to the final service. FIOH isn’t just another digital tool; it’s a comprehensive platform designed to reduce paperwork and give funeral directors more time to focus on what truly matters: supporting families during life’s most delicate moments. The platform features a customized digital storefront where funeral directors showcase their complete range of services and packages, while our intuitive family portal brings everything together in one organized space. Families can effortlessly connect with funeral staff through secure messaging, upload and share documents and images, and keep all the details in one accessible place. FIOH also introduces a game-changing marketplace tailored to the unique challenges of the funeral industry—helping professionals seamlessly swap shifts, locate local licensed embalmers, arrange transportation, and find other essential service providers. FIOH is building a community where every member supports one another, ensuring that every funeral is handled with care, efficiency, and compassion.
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Episode #85: So You Hired an Apprentice - Now What?
03/11/2025
Episode #85: So You Hired an Apprentice - Now What?
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf chats with Kelly Monroe, Funeral Instructor (and Gabe's co-worker) with the Milwaukee Area Technical College Funeral Service Program, and Dr. Damon de la Cruz, Director of Education with the Frigid Fluid Company, about funeral apprenticeships. Topics include the expectations and responsibilities of both the trainer and trainee, as well as how to make the most of the experience. They discuss common challenges, share valuable insights, and offer practical advice to help both mentors and apprentices succeed in the field. Whether you are new to the profession and navigating your apprenticeship or a funeral professional training apprentices, there is something here for you. Are you a funeral director's apprentice with some thoughts to share or suggestions on improvements? Are you a funeral director with some best practices and success stories? We would love to hear from you at .
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...AP Lazer
02/25/2025
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...AP Lazer
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by Tony Miller to discuss how funeral homes are using AP Lazer's products in-house to provide families with more opportunities for personalization. About Tony: Tony Miller is a seasoned sales executive with over seven years at AP Lazer, helping funeral professionals expand their services through personalized laser engraving. With a background in business management and a passion for fostering strong customer relationships, Tony excels at guiding businesses toward new revenue opportunities using AP Lazer’s patented open-architecture technology. Beyond his work in sales, Tony is also the owner of Oak Lore Farm, where he applies his craftsmanship to woodworking and sustainable farming. His hands-on approach—whether in business or on the farm—reflects his dedication to innovation, quality, and meaningful connections. About AP Lazer: AP Lazer is a leading provider of high-powered laser engraving and cutting machines, designed to help businesses unlock new revenue streams through personalized, high-value customization. With its patented open-architecture design, AP Lazer machines remove size and weight restrictions, allowing users to engrave everything from small keepsakes to large memorials with ease. Trusted by funeral professionals, AP Lazer empowers businesses to create deeply personal tributes, adding lasting value to headstones, urns, and commemorative items. Backed by 24/7 lifetime technical support and comprehensive training, AP Lazer ensures its customers have the tools and knowledge to succeed in the evolving funeral industry.
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Episode #84: Funeral Pro Tips: Embalming Edition
02/11/2025
Episode #84: Funeral Pro Tips: Embalming Edition
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf chats with 10 funeral directors and embalmers from around the country to share practical tips and techniques for taking embalming room work to the next level. They’ll cover everything from improving preservation to fine-tuning restoration work, with advice you can use immediately. Guests in this episode include: - Dana Goodell – Iowa Licensed Funeral Director and Sales and Education Director for the Embalmer Supply Company (1:59) - Regan Moreland – Funeral Director with Radney Funeral Home and Langley Funeral Home (6:03) - Lauren Bowser – Funeral Director with Cusick Funeral Home (8:36) - Manda King – Connecticut Licensed Funeral Director and Embalming Specialist with Frigid Fluid (12:37) - Kelley Rowmanowski – Minnesota Licensed Funeral Director and University of Minnesota Program of Mortuary Science Instructor (17:07) - Lincoln Plain – Minnesota Licensed Funeral Director and Sales Representative for Dodge Chemical Company (21:06) - Danielle Wilk – Port Mortuary Branch Chief at Dover Air Force Base (25:25) - Jennifer Heiselman – Retired US Navy Chief Mortician and Cemetery Director at State Veterans Cemetery (32:20) - John Hill – Funeral Director and Embalmer with James Funeral Home, trade embalmer and Instructor with Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service (37:53) - Mel Lyles – Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and Co-Owner of Afterlife Mortuary Services (43:13) Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, this episode has something for everyone. Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions about embalming techniques used by licensed funeral professionals. Some of the content may be sensitive or unsettling to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
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Episode #83: Leili McMurrough
01/14/2025
Episode #83: Leili McMurrough
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf is joined by Leili McMurrough, a licensed funeral director and President of Worsham College of Mortuary Science, to share her experiences and insights from the profession. Leili is the recipient of the 2024 NFDA Inspiration Award, sponsored by NGL, which honors an exceptional woman who has made significant contributions to funeral service.
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Episode #82: The Sky Is the Limit - Just Find Your Why.
12/10/2024
Episode #82: The Sky Is the Limit - Just Find Your Why.
In this episode, host Gabe Schauf is joined by Regan Moreland, Funeral Director & Embalmer with Radney Funeral Home and Langley Funeral Home, to discuss her transformative journey into funeral service. She shares how her personal experiences have shaped her career and passion for lifelong learning while inspiring those around her to always remember their "why."
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Episode #81: The Navy Embalmer
11/12/2024
Episode #81: The Navy Embalmer
Happy Veterans Day to all of our military personnel. We are deeply grateful for your service and sacrifice, and we will forever be thankful for your role in keeping our country free. In this episode, host Gabe Schauf is joined by Jennifer Heiselman, Navy Chief Mortician (Retired), who served our country as a Navy Embalmer and Funeral Director. Jennifer spent 24 years both at home and abroad, caring for soldiers killed while on active duty and in combat, and managing the logistics and processes to ensure these fallen heroes were returned home to their families. In this episode, she shares some of her experiences and insights, reflecting on her remarkable career. This episode is sponsored by
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Episode #80: Spooky Mortuary Stories
10/08/2024
Episode #80: Spooky Mortuary Stories
Have you ever heard something go bump in the night while working at the funeral home? Did you ever have an eerie experience you just couldn’t explain? Do you sometimes wonder if you “not alone”? Regardless of how you may feel about the paranormal, everyone loves a good ghost story. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf sits down with Duane Hills, Todd Harra, Ben Schmidt, and Jason Engler to hear a couple of spooky mortuary tales.
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Ring Ring Marketing
10/01/2024
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Ring Ring Marketing
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Welton Hong, founder of Ring Ring Marketing, about what the future of the profession looks like in terms of overall call volume, and what funeral homes can do to prepare. Welton is a leading expert in helping funeral homes convert leads from online directly to the phone line. He’s the author of the book Making Your Phone Ring with Internet Marketing for Funeral Homes and a regular contributor to NFDA’s The Director magazine and several other publications. Welton has a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Prior to starting Ring Ring Marketing, he was a senior technologist at R&D facilities for Intel, Sun Microsystems, and Oracle. He regularly speaks at conferences and other events for people in the death care industry. Click here to learn more about .
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Episode #79: International Convention and Expo Preview 3 - Keynote Speakers
09/24/2024
Episode #79: International Convention and Expo Preview 3 - Keynote Speakers
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in New Orleans October 20th to the 23rd. To get ready for the event we have 3 convention preview episodes for you to check out. In this final episode before convention, host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by the 2024 International Convention and Expo keynote speakers, Amy Herman and Jason Arday. Amy and Jason will share a little about themselves and their experiences and give an idea of what to expect from their keynote addresses. This episode is sponsored by NGL and Carriage. Learn more about the Learn more about our
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Episode #78: International Convention and Expo Preview 2 - Workshop Presenters
09/10/2024
Episode #78: International Convention and Expo Preview 2 - Workshop Presenters
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in New Orleans October 20th to the 23rd. To get ready for the event we have 3 convention preview episodes for you to check out. In those episodes, host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by the Innovation Award Finalists, some of the Workshop Presenters, and of course, the Keynote speakers. In this second episode we will hear from 3 of our workshop presenters, Cate Collins, Cort Bluford, and Mandy Stafford. Cate Collins’ presentation, “Ignite the Powerhouse in You”, will take place on Monday and Wednesday from 8am to 9am. Cort Bluford’s presentation, “Embracing the Digital Frontier”, will take place on Sunday from 1:15pm to 2:15pm Mandy Stafford’s presentation, “Nurture our Nature”, will take place on Monday from 8am to 9am. To learn more and register for the convention –
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Two Floors Above Grief
09/01/2024
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Two Floors Above Grief
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Kevin O’Connor, author of Two Floors Above Grief. Kevin shares his inspiration for the book he wrote about growing up in his family’s funeral home in Elgin, Illinois. Kevin’s book Two Floors Above Grief has reached Amazon best-seller status in categories such as Teens/Young Adults, Parenting, Family Relationships, Death/Grief, and Biographies/Memoirs. Through his social media presence at thegriefnavigator, Kevin provides invaluable resources to those navigating their grief journeys. Kevin has been a guest on numerous radio broadcasts, podcasts, and videos discussing his experiences with writing, publishing, grief, education, and his unique family time growing up in an apartment above a funeral home in the 1950s through 1970s. Kevin has performed in over 30 theater productions since the 1970s. His educational career spanned from 1973 to 2020, during which he served as an elementary teacher, principal, professor, and curriculum coordinator in California, Illinois, and Florida. Kevin resides in Ft. Lauderdale with his husband, Leon. Their family includes five sons and seven granddaughters. For more insights into his book, ongoing stories, and interests, visit .
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Episode #77: International Convention and Expo Preview 1 - Innovation Award Finalists
08/27/2024
Episode #77: International Convention and Expo Preview 1 - Innovation Award Finalists
The International Convention and Expo is taking place in New Orleans October 20th to the 23rd. To get ready for the event we have 3 convention preview episodes for you to check out. In those episodes, host, Gabe Schauf, is joined by the Innovation Award Finalists, some of the Workshop Presenters, and of course, the Keynote speakers. In this first episode we will hear from the innovation award finalists. The NFDA Innovation Award is sponsored this year by ASD and gives companies and organizations the opportunity to showcase their new product and service ideas designed to enhance the funeral profession its function. The finalists this year are Nemu, Clear View Caskets, and 1Director. To learn more about Nemu – To learn more about Clear View Caskets – To learn more about 1Director – To learn more and register for the convention – This episode is sponsored by
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Episode #76: The Queen's Funeral Director
08/13/2024
Episode #76: The Queen's Funeral Director
In September of 2022, the world watched as Queen Elizabeth was given a final farewell. The world watched as every news station and social media outlet broadcast footage and provided updates on the events of her passing and services as they happened. Meanwhile, funeral director, Tim Purves, and his staff worked on location to provide services and care fit for a monarch. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, speaks with Tim about those services and how the funeral profession operates on his "side of the pond". Tim Purves is the 5th generation owner of William Purves Funeral Directors, the largest, independent funeral business in Scotland, with a team of more than 100 staff across 25 branches in Scotland and northeast England. Sponsored by
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A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Core Scientific
08/05/2024
A Brush with Death: 5 Minutes on...Core Scientific
On "A Brush With Death: 5 Minutes On...," we spend 5 minutes providing listeners with quick insights into various funeral trends, products, events, organizations, and goings-on. In this episode, host, Gabe Schauf, talks with Mike McKenna about Core Scientific, an industry leader and the go-to choice for some of the largest corporations and funeral groups in North America in cremation metal recycling. Mike McKenna is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the funeral and cremation profession. He is dedicated to educating funeral professionals on the latest industry trends and best practices in cremation metal retrieval. Mike ensures clients' interests are protected and their crematory operations are optimized. He also excels in handling total logistics, providing clients with regular updates on the shipping and receiving of materials to provide a seamless and efficient process. to learn more about Core Scientific
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