Best Ingrid Reiger Podcasts (2024)

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30. #TheEndOfTheRoad 12:03

4M ago12:03

12:03

In the final episode of #Hashtag Death I share what people really speak about at funerals, as someone who has been involved in more than 900 funerals. This is the end of the road for the podcast, but not the end of conversations around death and dying. There is a famous poem which is read at a lot of funerals, which goes: When I come to the end of …

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29. #SallyCan: Sally Cant is her name, but she CAN, teach, guide, and be an advocate for deathcare 1:05:32

4M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

Have you ever wondered what sparks someone to work in the field of death? In this episode, we chat to my mentor and family death care advocate Sally Cant about her unplanned journey to work in a career surrounded by death and dying - and why that’s not as morbid as it sounds! She also shares how baby boomers have helped pave the way for more open c…

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28. #BeyondLabels - Redefining Mental Health 51:16

5M ago51:16

51:16

Have you ever wondered how to best approach conversations about mental health? In this episode, we chat to Georgia and Amanda from the Going Loco podcast. The pair take a light-hearted look at people facing mental health challenges to break down stigmas and barriers, through humour. In this chat packed full of banter we talk about deaths of loved o…

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27. #Top10 - Things I’ve Learnt from #Hashtag Death & Being a Funeral Professional 26:10

6M ago26:10

26:10

Curious about the secrets of navigating death, grief, and loss with grace and understanding? I'm sharing the top ten invaluable lessons I've learned from hosting #Hashtag Death and working in the funeral industry. In this episode you’ll discover the importance of talking openly about death and dying, as well as the long-term effects of unresolved g…

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26. #EmbracingLife: Navigating Death and Emotional Intelligence with Amy Jacobson 53:59

6M ago53:59

53:59

If you’re curious about emotional intelligence and want to know how to apply it to your life, then this episode is for you! This week we chat to emotional intelligence expert Amy Jacobson about her early experience with death and how it ended up shaping her life and career before she even worked out the connection. Amy brings a fascinating insight …

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25. #FromGriefToGrowth - Through pain comes purpose 42:28

6M ago42:28

42:28

Where do young widows turn to when they find themselves thrown unexpectedly into grieving their partner? According to the last Australian census, there are more than a million widowed adults in Australia. This is the unfortunate group Michelle Moriarty found herself in after becoming a widow at 38 years old with two young children in tow. This week…

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24. #DVDoesn’tDiscriminate – One woman’s story of DV in any postcode in Australia 53:11

7M ago53:11

53:11

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to leave your whole life behind so you can flee to safety? In this episode we look at the impact of domestic violence on successful career woman Marion Fulker AM. From a young girl suffering at the hands of her former husband, to someone who can now healthily nurture the vulnerable young woman inside her…

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23. #GreifIsLoveWithNowhereToGo - Jo from “Big Love” brings us her love and understanding around Grief and Loss 58:40

7M ago58:40

58:40

Have you ever wondered if your grief needs to be wound up in a certain time frame? In this episode, we chat to grief educator and author Jo Lincolne about the process of grief and how it doesn’t end when the funeral is over. We look at how grief can stay with us for a long time, even returning to grief bomb us decades later. You’re going to learn h…

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22. #FaithInFathersDay – The faith we put in the love we feel after a parent has passed 53:42

8M ago53:42

53:42

If you have been trying to navigate life in a world where your loved one isn’t present anymore, this insightful episode is one not to miss. In this episode, we chat to marriage celebrant Dilhari Gustavino about her experience following the death of her father. Family dynamics, physical distance and grieving together are all touched on in this chat …

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21. #RainbowsAfterRain: A Journey Through Pregnancy Loss and Helping Others Heal Too 50:46

8M ago50:46

50:46

How do you transition through recovery after the loss of a baby, when being a mother is all you've ever wanted? In this episode, pregnancy loss educator Sharna Southan shares with us the moment she was told her baby didn’t have a heartbeat. We look at coping with loss, the rollercoaster of carrying a rainbow baby and turning a passion into a busine…

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20. #WhoAmI – a journey to finding roots, bonds and family connections at all stages of identity 51:59

9M ago51:59

51:59

How do adoptees cope with loss of identity and figuring out who they are? In this episode, we chat to adoptee Lloyd about his experiences with adoption, the rollercoaster of emotions and eventually finding his birth family. Having an understanding of where you come from can change your identity in a split second. We’re chatting with Lloyd about his…

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19. #FromHeartbreakToHope - Rochelle Olsen's Journey Through Baby Loss 49:00

9M ago49:00

49:00

Curious about the journey from heartbreak to inspiration? In this episode, baby loss mentor Rochelle Olsen unveils the answer to the question: how one person’s story of loss can become a lifeline for others navigating the same path. We look at the grief and pain surrounding newborn death and how it is something that is often less understood by othe…

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18. #BuggingOut - Unveiling Forensic Science's Hidden Heroes with Dr. Paola Magni 52:22

9M ago52:22

52:22

Bugs can play an important role in solving crimes! This week we delve into the topic of bug life and more with forensic scientist Dr Paola Magni. She is a world-leading researcher, expert witness, media commentator and corporate speaker, with a huge passion for science. We also chat about a special project to highlight the impact of domestic violen…

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17. #SoulfulConnections - An Intimate Journey into Mediumship with Annmarie Lord 44:53

9M ago44:53

44:53

Imagine being able to contact loved ones who have passed! Today we chat to Annmarie Lord, a psychic medium and life coach who helps people connect with loved ones, as well as guiding other mediums to expand their businesses. We discover what mediums do, how they contact the spirit world and listen to some fascinating stories about contact from the …

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16. #MYWhy - Welcome to 2024 and get to know why I do this 38:27

10M ago38:27

38:27

Presentation expert Paula Smith flips things on their head this week as she interviews me! Paula helps to unravel my ‘why’ and we chat about my first experiences with death as a child, which led me on a path to being a marriage and funeral celebrant. From the family farm to a podcast about dying, tune in to get to know me more. SHOW NOTES: https://…

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15. #HandleWithCare - Carers Need to Be Cared For Too: This holiday season don’t forget those who care, all year round 1:00:06

10M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Today we talk about the unsung heroes of this world – carers. I chat with Adam Birch, a Carer Support Counsellor from Carers WA. He sheds light on the often-overlooked role of carers who put their loved ones first, sacrificing their own lives. We touch on the staggering number of unrecognised carers in the community and discuss the importance of se…

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14. #TheEmptyChair 35:09

10M ago35:09

35:09

How do you cope at Christmas when your special person is no longer alive and there’s an empty chair at the table? As the ‘festive’ season approaches, the hype and advertising can become overwhelming. This episode I fly solo as we look at many of the emotions around Christmas - from sadness and overwhelm to happiness and guilt, and everything in bet…

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13. #Life – Death of a Marriage with Rayne Bryant 48:56

10M ago48:56

48:56

Throughout life we can encounter a number of mini-deaths, such as the ending of a marriage. This week we chat to life success coach Rayne Bryant about navigating Christmas with split families. From following Rayne on Instagram and Facebook for many years, I was so drawn to her positive take on solo parenting, split families and just owning your own…

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12. #TheGiftofConversation: The Bottom Drawer Book will Start Conversations this Xmas 52:04

11M ago52:04

52:04

How can you better plan for death, and truly know how your loved ones want to be celebrated? Lisa Herbert is the author of The Bottom Drawer Book, which is an after-death action plan to help people talk about and plan for death. We chat with Lisa about the book and its humble beginnings, from cemetery wandering to agriculture and how these contribu…

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#WeeklyWonders: A Double Dose of #Death and #Life 3:41

11M ago3:41

3:41

As a token of gratitude for your unwavering support, I'm shaking things up this holiday season. Brace yourselves for a double treat: not only will I be dropping episodes every week in December and January, but I'm also introducing a special series every second or third week called #Life. What is #Life, you ask? It's a dive into those mini-deaths an…

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11. #WhereTheresAWill – Where there’s a will, there’s a way: Your legal questions answered 52:59

11M ago52:59

52:59

Navigating the legal side of death - wills, probate, conflict, and confusion, is tricky business. Grief and loss can stay with you for a long period of time, but legal items can often have a time frame to be completed. We chat with Laura Tatchell, Principal Director of Tatchell Legal about legal items to do with death. Strap yourself in for this in…

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10. #AbetterWay – From lived experience to your door: Help through understanding 54:28

11M ago54:28

54:28

Funerals don’t have to be about choosing options from a flip book at a funeral home anymore, there are so many options available to honour the life of a loved one. Today we chat to Keri Alexander, founder of A Better Way Funerals, who started her business after a pushy funeral director left her reeling. We explore what a day in the life of a funera…

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9. #COMPassion Putting the passion back in Compassion: Community pull together to drive Palliative Care 50:17

12M ago50:17

50:17

Palliative care is often thought of as the care you receive on your deathbed, when nothing else can be done in a person’s final weeks. Professor Samar Aoun is the 2023 Western Australian of the Year and an advocate for palliative care working to change the perception of how beneficial palliative care is. Together we look at the impact of palliative…

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8. #DeathByZoom - Unsaid goodbyes: Grief and loss through COVID, across oceans and unspoken words 59:08

1y ago59:08

59:08

When Tommy landed in Australia to backpack for 12 months, he knew instantly he’d never return to Scotland. The downside to living halfway across the world was leaving his close-knit family behind. We chat with Tommy about his experiences of two parents dying while he was overseas, complex family dynamics and living with decisions made from afar. SH…

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7. #EndofLifeTours: The Death Doula Explained - Interview with Erin Griffin 56:44

1y ago56:44

56:44

Can we use a tour guide in death to help us through the process? Erin Griffin, a passionate Death Doula, and advocate, explains the bridge between clinical support and the family, the dying, and the needs of the community. Join us for this very interesting chat about how practicing yoga led Erin to become a death doula. We delve more into a role wh…

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6. #TechnologyOfDeath - Beyond Rest - Academics Probe Future Cemeteries Transcript 46:45

1y ago46:45

46:45

We’re talking about death technology and future cemeteries with Professor Michael Arnold from the University of Melbourne. With many cemeteries reaching capacity, and some environmental issues emerging around current ways we deal with our loved ones, we look at different burial options and what the future of death may look like. This is an interest…

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5. #WalkingTowardsDeath: Embrace the End: Zenith Verago's Calling 46:43

1y ago46:43

46:43

On this episode we chat with death walker and celebrant Zenith Virago about embracing death, because we are all on a path to death. Zenith has worked in the field of death for more than 30 years, after she organised a service for a friend after their passing. Today we chat about new trends in death and how there is a greater yearning than ever for …

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4. #SiblingsRemembered - Eternal Echoes: A Sister’s Journey Through Loss 51:16

1y ago51:16

51:16

Today on #Hashtag Death, we chat to clinical psychologist Julia who lost her younger brother to a drug overdose. We have a very vulnerable and insightful conversation around unresolved childhood trauma, learning disabilities, addictive personalities, and the path of grief from both a personal and professional perspective. Please note: This episode …

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3. #CSI: CSI Perth - A Day in the Life of a Forensic Police Officer 32:01

1y ago32:01

32:01

Today we chat to Andrea, a forensic police officer in Western Australia who is here to bust some myths about her role. Andrea breaks down what her role looks like, how it’s not exactly what the TV shows portray, and the importance of being able to switch off from the job. SHOW NOTES: https://forevernow.com.au/podcasts/hashtagdeathepisode3/…

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2. #TheRippleEffect: Leah’s Brave Story 34:19

1y ago34:19

34:19

Today on #Hashtag Death we are talking about suicide with someone who lost a loved one in this way. Death by suicide can be hard for family and friends to process, particularly if someone hasn’t previously had a diagnosed mental illness. We chat with Leah, who lost her husband Clinton eight years ago to suicide, who shares her story and drive to ed…

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1. #DeathIsMyBusiness: A Life Amidst Death - Inside the Mortuary 1:04:34

1y ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Welcome to the first episode of #Hashtag Death, a podcast bringing to the forefront one of the two certainties in life. And we’re not here to talk about taxes! Each week, your host and celebrant Ingrid Reiger aims to educate about the lesser-known aspects of the death and dying industry from palliative care, forensics, funeral homes, celebrants, mo…

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Welcome to #Hashtag Death 2:32

1y ago2:32

2:32

Welcome to #Hashtag Death, the captivating podcast that explores the enigmatic world of death and dying industries. Our aim is to educate you about the lesser-known aspects of the industry, covering palliative care, forensics, funeral homes, celebrants, mortuaries, cemetery workers, and grief counsellors. Beyond the mechanics of death, we delve int…

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Ingrid Reiger Podcasts

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#Hashtag Death

Ingrid Reiger

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30. #TheEndOfTheRoad 12:03

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29. #SallyCan: Sally Cant is her name, but she CAN, teach, guide, and be an advocate for deathcare 1:05:32

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28. #BeyondLabels - Redefining Mental Health 51:16

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27. #Top10 - Things I’ve Learnt from #Hashtag Death & Being a Funeral Professional 26:10

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26. #EmbracingLife: Navigating Death and Emotional Intelligence with Amy Jacobson 53:59

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25. #FromGriefToGrowth - Through pain comes purpose 42:28

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24. #DVDoesn’tDiscriminate – One woman’s story of DV in any postcode in Australia 53:11

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23. #GreifIsLoveWithNowhereToGo - Jo from “Big Love” brings us her love and understanding around Grief and Loss 58:40

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22. #FaithInFathersDay – The faith we put in the love we feel after a parent has passed 53:42

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21. #RainbowsAfterRain: A Journey Through Pregnancy Loss and Helping Others Heal Too 50:46

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20. #WhoAmI – a journey to finding roots, bonds and family connections at all stages of identity 51:59

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19. #FromHeartbreakToHope - Rochelle Olsen's Journey Through Baby Loss 49:00

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18. #BuggingOut - Unveiling Forensic Science's Hidden Heroes with Dr. Paola Magni 52:22

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17. #SoulfulConnections - An Intimate Journey into Mediumship with Annmarie Lord 44:53

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16. #MYWhy - Welcome to 2024 and get to know why I do this 38:27

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15. #HandleWithCare - Carers Need to Be Cared For Too: This holiday season don’t forget those who care, all year round 1:00:06

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14. #TheEmptyChair 35:09

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13. #Life – Death of a Marriage with Rayne Bryant 48:56

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12. #TheGiftofConversation: The Bottom Drawer Book will Start Conversations this Xmas 52:04

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#WeeklyWonders: A Double Dose of #Death and #Life 3:41

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11. #WhereTheresAWill – Where there’s a will, there’s a way: Your legal questions answered 52:59

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10. #AbetterWay – From lived experience to your door: Help through understanding 54:28

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9. #COMPassion Putting the passion back in Compassion: Community pull together to drive Palliative Care 50:17

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8. #DeathByZoom - Unsaid goodbyes: Grief and loss through COVID, across oceans and unspoken words 59:08

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7. #EndofLifeTours: The Death Doula Explained - Interview with Erin Griffin 56:44

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6. #TechnologyOfDeath - Beyond Rest - Academics Probe Future Cemeteries Transcript 46:45

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5. #WalkingTowardsDeath: Embrace the End: Zenith Verago's Calling 46:43

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4. #SiblingsRemembered - Eternal Echoes: A Sister’s Journey Through Loss 51:16

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3. #CSI: CSI Perth - A Day in the Life of a Forensic Police Officer 32:01

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2. #TheRippleEffect: Leah’s Brave Story 34:19

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1. #DeathIsMyBusiness: A Life Amidst Death - Inside the Mortuary 1:04:34

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Welcome to #Hashtag Death 2:32

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