Best Jennifer Muldowney Podcasts (2024)

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Death Glitch: How Tech is Changing Mourning Forever 25:57

8d ago25:57

25:57

In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Tamara Kneese, Author, and Leader of the Data & Society Research Institute’s Algorithmic Impact Methods Lab. They explore the intersection of death, and technology. Tamara, an academic and writer, shares her unique insights into how technology is rapidly changing the landscape of digital legacy and…

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Six Feet Under Pressure: A Legacy's Burden in the Funeral Industry Finale 22:28

2M ago22:28

22:28

In this third and final part with Caleb Wilde on The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer Muldowney will discuss the evolving landscape of the funeral industry and nurturing diversity and adapting to different cultures. They delve into the necessity of adapting funeral homes to cater to individual preferences, moving away from rigid scripts and traditions…

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Six Feet Under Pressure: A Legacy's Burden in the Funeral Industry Part 2 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

In part 2 of this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer Muldowney continues her conversation with Caleb Wilde and delves into how the funeral industry is evolving due to generational shifts and technological advancements. Caleb talks about the challenges funeral directors face with rapid changes and resistance to new ideas. He highlights the…

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Six Feet Under Pressure: A Legacy's Burden in the Funeral Industry 25:01

3M ago25:01

25:01

In this part 1 episode of the Glam Reaper podcast, Jennifer Muldowney welcomes Caleb Wilde, a prominent funeral director, author and early adopter on social media and as a 'death-influencer’. Caleb is a sixth-generation funeral director and the conversation delves into cultural sensitivity in America, funeral planning and he discusses his upbringin…

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The Rise of Virtual Funerals: Navigating Loss in the Digital Age 31:55

3M ago31:55

31:55

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Mandy Benoualid, co-founder of TalkDeath and Keeper. Mandy shares her journey of recognizing a need for educational content in the death care industry, which led to the creation of TalkDeath and their online memorial provider company Keeper. Jennifer and Mandy conversed about the i…

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Breaking the Silence: Understanding Modern Loss 25:44

4M ago25:44

25:44

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Rebecca Soffer, Co-founder and CEO of Modern Loss. Rebecca opens up about her personal journey as a grief coach and author, sharing how Modern Loss has become a beacon of solace for countless individuals navigating the tumultuous seas of bereavement. Rebecca also emphasizes the sig…

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Navigating Parenthood and Funeral Directing: The Modern Funeral Director's Dilemma, the story of Little Miss Funeral 35:59

4M ago35:59

35:59

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer welcomes Lauren Leroy, a Licensed Funeral Director and the creative mind behind the blog and YouTube channel "Little Miss Funeral." Lauren opens up about the inspiration behind her online platform and how it became a safe space for sharing her journey in the funeral industry. Lauren talked about …

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The Art of Ritual: Finding Solace and Connection in Personal Ceremonies 28:32

5M ago28:32

28:32

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, our host Jennifer sits down with Megan Sheldon, the CEO and founder of Be Ceremonial to talk about Megan’s journey with recurrent pregnancy loss and grief, which ultimately inspired her to create the Be Ceremonial app. As the conversation unfolds, Megan highlights the significance of marking life's signif…

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The Death Deck Chronicles: Stories of Openness, Reflection, and Growth 23:15

5M ago23:15

23:15

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, your host Jennifer engages in conversation with Lisa, co-creator of the “Death Deck.” Lisa unveils the inspiration behind her creation, the Death Deck, a tool designed to foster open conversations about the often-taboo topic of death. Jennifer and Lisa openly discuss the challenges associated with enterin…

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Eyes Included: Myths and Realities of Organ Donation 32:27

6M ago32:27

32:27

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, our host Jennifer sits down with Heather Taylor, a mortician with a wealth of experience in the funeral business. Heather shares her journey from Pittsburgh to Seattle and eventually settling in Michigan, recounting the pivotal moment that led her to make these life-changing moves. She also spills the tea…

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Candles in the Dark Shedding Light on Mental Health in the Funeral Community 19:01

6M ago19:01

19:01

In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Kim Zavrotny of Funeral Peer Support to explore the world of global (peer) support for funeral professionals. The conversation kicks off with Jennifer expressing her admiration for their podcast "Stronger Together" and delving into her personal journey of discovering and connecting with the tight-knit funera…

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Aqua Transformation: The Metamorphosis of Bones in Water Cremation 23:37

7M ago23:37

23:37

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, our host Jennifer sits down with Emily Nelson, Founder & CEO at Be a Tree Cremation, to delve into a unique and eco-friendly approach to end-of-life disposition – also known as water cremation, resomation or alkaline hydrolysis. Take a listen as Jennifer and Emily explore the emotional and sometimes perpl…

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Breaking the Silence: Insights Into Preventing Self-Harm 38:35

7M ago38:35

38:35

In this first episode for Season 4 of The Glam Reaper podcast, Jennifer sits down with Dr. Sara Murphy—a death educator, certified thanatologist, bereavement consultant, and expert in suicide and disenfranchised grief with an unconventional journey into the field. During the discussion, Jennifer and Dr. Murphy touch on their convention sessions, in…

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Kelly Fabiano: Life Lessons from the Death Doula 14:35

12M ago14:35

14:35

Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a "Death Doula"? Stream this week's episode and discover the incredible journey of Kelly Fabiano, aka "The Death Doula,” and get ready to dive into her unique life story that led her to this remarkable path. Join your host, Jennifer, as she chats with Kelly about her mission to empower women to embrace lif…

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Return Home: Honoring Life's Journey Beyond with Brienna Smith 21:06

12M ago21:06

21:06

In this episode of The Glam Reaper podcast, your host Jennifer sits down with Brienna Smith, the Chief Operating Officer of Return Home—a full-service green funeral home offering Terramation (human composting services). They dive into important topics that might sound unfamiliar but are essential for understanding the cycle of life. Return Home was…

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Dying, Dining: Amber the Mortician’s Kitchen Tales 39:13

1y ago39:13

39:13

Welcome to another episode of the Glam Reaper Podcast! This time, Jennifer sits down with Amber Carvaly, who you probably know as the 'Mortician in the Kitchen'. Curious how she got that name? Tune in as Amber shares her life story and everything that led her to this special title. But there is more to this conversation than just Amber’s story, as …

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Breaking Taboos on Death, Grief, and Loss: The Jennifer Stritch Interview 29:04

1y ago29:04

29:04

Welcome to another episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast! This week, your host, Jennifer, welcomes an exceptional guest who shares not only her name but also a deep interest in understanding the complexities of loss, grief, and death. Meet Jennifer Moran Stritch, a leading light in the field of grief research at the Technological University of the Sha…

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Hope, Resilience, and Death: A Candid Conversation with Dr. Kathryn Mannix 57:35

1y ago57:35

57:35

In this heartwarming episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, your host Jennifer Muldowney sits down with the amazing Dr. Kathryn Mannix, author of the insightful and thought-provoking book 'With The End In Mind.' Together, they delve into the profound wisdom of dying and death that the book captures. Dr. Mannix's contributions to the realm of palliativ…

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Healing Tails: Louise Griffey's Approach to Pet Loss 15:19

1y ago15:19

15:19

Welcome to another soul-stirring episode of The Glam Reaper podcast! This time, our host, Jennifer, invites us into a heart-to-heart conversation with Louise Griffey, the founder of Light After Loss. Louise isn't just your typical guest - she's an Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist specializing in helping individuals grieving the loss of a p…

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S3E10: Linda Bonnar, Checking In 1:02:03

1y ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Linda Bonnar is a successful life coach and entrepreneur. She's also a former educator, and has built her services around both her experiences in the teaching profession, and her teenager years with mental health struggles in her hometown of Ballinasloe in County Galway in Ireland. During those fragile, formative years of her childhood she had the …

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The Radical Reaper: Sandra’s Green Vision 14:52

1y ago14:52

14:52

What if the final stage of your human journey could support the circle of life in the most natural and earth-friendly way? Welcome to an inspiring discussion that pushes the boundaries of tradition and catalyzes a much-needed conversation about eco-consciousness, even after life. In today's episode, Jennifer dives into that which is not just shakin…

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From 'Anti-Hero' to Icon: Taylor Swift's Titan Casket 23:34

1y ago23:34

23:34

In this eye-opening episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer delves into the unique journey and insightful experiences of Scott Ginsberg and Joshua Siegel—the brains behind the breakthrough brand, Titan Casket. We kick off with a captivating exploration of how Titan Casket began. Uncover how two people transformed an unorthodox idea into a thri…

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Culinary Crypts: Rosie’s Recipe Revelations 22:57

1y ago22:57

22:57

Welcome to another episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, where we explore the fascinating world of funerals, death, and all things morbidly captivating. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Rosie Grant join our host Jennifer for an intriguing and delicious conversation. Rosie interestingly gained her internet fame all because of a homework assignm…

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S3E9: Jennifer Muldowney, a Heart Grows Bigger 1:08:51

1y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Jennifer Muldowney, from Dublin’s fair city, in Ireland, is an author, a podcaster, and a member of that exclusive set of people who has given a TED Talk. But for this vivacious young woman, all these glamorous activities are in support of her unique, creative, small-ish, and growing business, which, not to put too fine a point on it, services the …

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Kari The Mortician: Her Journey to Funeral Fame 37:18

1+ y ago37:18

37:18

Welcome to The Glam Reaper Podcast! In this informative episode, Jennifer is joined by the lovely Kari the Mortician. Prepare to be captivated as she shares her incredible journey to becoming a household name in the funeral industry. Get a glimpse into the surprising world of funeral directors as Kari reveals the unique ways they cope with their ow…

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S3E8: Denis Maguire, Life on the Peninsula 56:54

1+ y ago56:54

56:54

When it comes to experiences, life is an embarrassment of riches. Even more so, if you're an adventurous, wandering type, which might be another way of saying 'if you're Irish'. Certainly Denis Maguire is, although he has gone about it in his own quiet way. As a thoughtful playwright, flimmaker and artist, boisterousness is not for him. Raised in G…

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From Mourning to Trending: Funeral Innovation with Ryan Thogmartin 31:54

1+ y ago31:54

31:54

Welcome to this week’s episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, where we sit down with the Owner/CEO of DISRUPT Media, Ryan Thogmartin, to discuss the tremendous impact of social media on the funeral industry. Prepare to discover how social media has reshaped the way we perceive and engage with this traditionally solemn business, and learn how you can h…

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Modern Mortician: Opening the First Not-for-Profit Funeral Home in the U.S. 15:28

1+ y ago15:28

15:28

They say everything is better the second time around, which is why Jennifer is back on the Glam Reaper podcast for another episode with the Modern Mortician, Melissa Meadow. This time, we’re in for another treat as Melissa lets us in on her current project: the very first not-for-profit funeral home and conservation burial park in the United States…

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S3E7: Corina Galvin, Quiet Influencing 1:05:56

1+ y ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Corina Galvin calls County Mayo in Ireland her home. She's also been a New Yorker for almost three decades. And she has accumulated a lot of frequent flyer miles along the way. That's because her job in event planning and management puts her constantly up in the air, traveling all over the globe, meeting some significant influencers in the process.…

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Barbara Kemmis: All Things Mental Health 53:01

1+ y ago53:01

53:01

Losing someone and mourning that loss can take a toll on the mental health of the people who are left behind. This is especially true during the pandemic, when cremation disposal is on the rise. Relatives gathering for the celebration of life gathering was very limited. Even now when the effects of the pandemic have waned, cremation is still on the…

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Jack Mitchell: Exceptional Learning and Networking with the President of NFDA 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

31:28

In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer has an interesting conversation with the new President-elect of the NFDA (National Funeral Directors Association), Jack Mitchell. Jack is a sixth-generation funeral director with Mitchell-Wiedefeld Funeral Home in Baltimore, Maryland. Even at a young age and after being exposed to the family busi…

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S3E6: Jane McCooey and her Band of Sisters. 58:31

1+ y ago58:31

58:31

Jane McCooey thrives when she’s bringing people together to solve a problem, to the benefit of all. When Jane, from County Armagh in Ireland, is confronted with obstacles, she’s not afraid to reach out for help, and her first port of call is often to tap into the familiar power of sisterhood. Before you know it, she’s fallen in with a band of siste…

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The Grave Woman: Discussing Racism and “Good" Death 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

20:00

It might seem surprising, but racism remains an issue within the funeral industry despite all the talks on gender equality in this modern society. Today’s episode on the Glam Reaper Podcast with the “Grave Woman”, Joél Simone Maldonado unveils the struggles that take place behind the scenes, and how the issue of racism has been a pushback for women…

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John Adams: Helping Children Grieve Better through Bereavement Education 29:33

1+ y ago29:33

29:33

The current national curriculum teaches children how life begins. Sadly, however, they are not taught how to comprehend and cope with the reality of how life ends. In this conversation with John Adams, president of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) in the UK, he talks about a petition he has spearheaded, pushing for bereavement a…

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S3E5: Niall O'Leary–A Life By, And Of, Design. 57:39

1+ y ago57:39

57:39

Niall O'Leary is best known as a performer of Irish dance in the New York area, and further afield. A lesser known fact about Niall is that he also has his own Manhattan-based architecture practice. The amazing thing about Niall is how he has managed to satisfy his innate need to create and design in these two very disparate disciplines. To him the…

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S3E4: A Sort of Christmas Carol 39:39

1+ y ago39:39

39:39

'Tis the festive season, and as yet another year ends, a time for self-reflection. So we thought we'd take a moment this Christmas to have a closer look at this podcast, delivered in the words of creator, producer and host Paul Finnegan, to explain why he does it, and to give you a walk-through on how he goes about doing it. We hope you'll find it …

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S3E3: Ray O'Hanlon, Stringer of Pearls 1:06:11

1+ y ago1:06:11

1:06:11

Ray O'Hanlon is a long-standing journalist, author and editor of the weekly Irish Echo news service, which has been a pillar of the Irish American identity since 1928. That's a stretch coming up on 95 years, and Ray has been with the Echo for more than one third of that time! Ray sees his work as stringing together elements, pearls he calls them, o…

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S3E2: Helen McNamara O'Shea, Healer at Heart. 1:03:10

2y ago1:03:10

1:03:10

In this episode, Helen McNamara O'Shea tells us of the brave leap she made from a career as an accomplished doctor to that of a singer/songwriter. Given that Helen describes herself as 'ancient', which she is not by any means, it seemed, on the face of things, a switch that didn't make a whole lot of sense. But that's on the face of things, because…

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Cake: A Symbol of Celebrating Life's Moments with Suelin Chen 26:39

2y ago26:39

26:39

Have you thought of planning your funeral? Funeral preplanning is important because it guarantees that when your time comes, your family can have a fitting and personal farewell. This means giving yourself and your loved ones the best chance of moving forward in a healthy way from the loss of a loved one. In this episode of the Glam Reaper Podcast,…

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Life and Death in the Funeral World: An Interview with the Hosts of Undertaking the Podcast - Part 2 23:20

2y ago23:20

23:20

Part 1 of this podcast had these three fabulous hosts discussing the idea of a celebrant. If you missed the episode, catch it first before you tune into the more light-hearted part 2. It does get serious a little in this episode where we discuss how funeral directors get alot of backlash from every side. Is it a business, is it an industry? Should …

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Life and Death in the Funeral World: An Interview with the Hosts of Undertaking the Podcast - Part 1 24:25

2y ago24:25

24:25

Welcome to Part I of Jennifer’s chat with the hosts of Undertaking the Podcast! Brian Waters and Ryan Ballard join The Glam Reaper, Jennifer Muldowney in this epic two-part (and maybe more!) episode talking all things funeral. Being podcast hosts themselves, there’s been plenty of role reversals all throughout. Join in for some fun as Jennifer asks…

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S3E1: Donie Carroll, A Song of Freedom. 54:17

2y ago54:17

54:17

County Cork, on Ireland's southern shore, is its biggest county, bigger than all the rest, all thirty one of them. Corkonians, as the people of Cork are known, are intensely proud of their heritage. They often claim, in all sincerity, that Cork City, not Dublin, is the true capital of Ireland. And they might be right. One need only ask the British …

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Season Three Introduction: A Conversation with John Lee. 21:19

2y ago21:19

21:19

Season Three kicks off with a short conversation between CenterPieceNY host, Paul Finnegan, and fellow New York Irish podcaster, John Lee, to preview what's ahead. Check out Irish Stew, the podcast for the Global Irish Nation, co-hosted by John and Martin Nutty. ========================================== Thanks to Purple-Planet for Intro/Outro musi…

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S2E10: Eamon Harkin-This Is The Only Time We Live In. 1:03:38

2y ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Here in the tenth and final episode of Season Two, we get to know Eamon Harkin, originally from Derry in Ireland, who has achieved celebrity in the world of DJs, and is taking dance culture and its community to a whole other level in Queens, the biggest borough in the city, and one that is not so outer-borough anymore. Eamon’s story takes us from t…

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Crystal Webster: Sharing Solace in Times of Grief 49:48

2y ago49:48

49:48

Sometimes your grief is aggravated by people who, in spite of coming from a sincere place of wanting to support, are not really helping. They say things that are not supposed to be told to a grieving person, when really they are just trying to help in their wrong, awkward way. When we are supporting someone who is grieving, we just need to understa…

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Elizabeth Fournier: A Celebration of Life, the Green Way 27:05

2y ago27:05

27:05

Notice how many people are into renewable energy, protecting the environment, eco-friendly options, and so on? It is therefore not surprising that people can also embrace the green lifestyle even when handling the end-of-life phase through the so-called ‘green burial’ options. This is the episode where the Glam Reaper, Jennifer, meets the Green Rea…

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Emma Payne: Mobile Technology for People who Are Grieving 27:12

2y ago27:12

27:12

Have you ever struggled on what to say to people who are grieving the death of a loved one? Worried that what you plan to say can trigger more emotional stress instead of alleviating the hurt and unintentionally cause a loved one pain? Grieving is hard, but a strong support system in the form of family and friends can dramatically alter everything …

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Erica Hill: Planning Your Own Funeral 16:52

2y ago16:52

16:52

They say that you can't always get what we want in life. But sometimes, what’s even worse than that is we can’t always get what we want afterlife, as well. How many funerals have you been at where you have questioned the lack of ‘personality of the deceased’ in the service? It is a serious thing. And a serious problem in the funeral business. So sh…

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S2E9: Amy Brett-The More Things Change... 1:05:07

2y ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Amy Brett is a passionate and skilled event planner, an avid Gaelic footballer and a powerful fundraiser for great causes. And she's all 'Mayo for Sam', red and green, through and through. Based in Sunnyside, Queens, she's having the craic in New York. For many from previous generations, that's a familiar tale. The more things change, the more they…

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Chris Farmer: How to Not Get Sued (In the Funeral World) 33:10

2y ago33:10

33:10

During the final disposition of the deceased, there are a variety of legal considerations that arise from some interesting, outrageous or even very intimate stories that you won’t believe actually happens for families and relations. For this reason, to avoid any disputes among the family members, it is critical to have some instructions written cle…

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