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The Mortuary Show

The Mortuary Show

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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  • 97 - Smelling Salts on a Funeral 😤

    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

    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:

    (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.
    Tue, 30 Apr 2024 - 28min
  • 96 - How to Restore a Flattened Nose 👃

    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

    Elevate your funeral home’s online presence.

    ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠

    Want to start today?

    Email:  conor@mortuary-marketing.com

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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.

    Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 45min
  • 95 - Mortician VS. Playboy Bunny ☠️🐇 w/ Bridget Marquardt!

    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.

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    Want to start today?

    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.


    Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 46min
  • 94 - I Found Gold Grillz in the Crematory 👑

    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.
    Tue, 09 Apr 2024 - 38min
  • 93 - Gettin' Stiff Stiff 🦾

    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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    Want more of the Mortuary Show? Follow our social medias:

    ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠

    ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠

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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.
    Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 32min
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