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Death: A Changing Industry

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Grief
Bereavement
Australia
Grief Literacy
Breathwork
Direct Cremation
Death
Essex Lorry Tragedy
International Repatriation
Funeral Regulation
End Of Life Doula UK
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Cremation
Heritage Brothers Crematorium
Funeral Experience
Funerals Australia
Grief Education
Four Rs
Dr Lauren Breen
Bereavement Education

Welcome to "Death: A Changing Industry," the podcast that explores the evolving landscape of the funeral industry. In each episode, we delve into the various facets of the industry, from the latest viewpoints from various experts to the emotional and psychological aspects of death and bereavement.

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John Adams sits down again with Ross, a funeral director and recently outgoing president of SAIF, twelve months on from their first conversation. Having spent a year travelling the country meeting independent funeral directors, he reflects on what he... more

John Adams sits down with Sumita Paul, Chair of New Zealand’s Grief Centre, to discuss grief, loss, and the work being done to support bereaved people across New Zealand.

The conversation focuses on how grief and trauma are held within the body, and how simple practices like conscious breathing can support healing and resilience. Our guests, Helen Spencer and Elle Riley from Pathways to Resilience (www.pathway... more

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, John Adams speaks with Olivia, who lost her mum at just 12 and is now campaigning for bereavement education in schools. She shares her experience of navigating grief as a child and the impact of limited ... more

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, John Adams is joined online by Dr Lauren Breen, a researcher from Australia whose work has helped shape conversations around grief literacy, loss, and how society supports people through difficult life e... more

With 43 years in funeral service and a deep commitment to supporting bereaved families, Don Burstow shares the personal journey that led him into the profession and the philosophy that continues to guide his work today.The conversation explores how t... more

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, I sit down with Luke Gregson, funeral director and Junior Vice President of Funerals Australia, at his family funeral home on the Sunshine Coast, Australia.We discuss the future of Australia’s funeral pr... more

In this episode of Death: A Changing Industry, I sit down with Asha Dooley, Funeral Director at Grace Funerals and President of Funerals Australia, at her family funeral home located in Sydney, Australia.⸻🙌 OUR SPONSORSPrincipal SponsorNational Asso... more

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Helen Spencer
Co-founder of Pathways to Resilience, breast cancer survivor
Pathways to Resilience
Episode: One Breathing Exercise Every Child Should Know
Lauren Breen
Grief researcher focused on grief literacy and education; works with LionsHeart Camp for Kids and academic-practice partnerships
LionHeart Camp for Kids; University researcher
Episode: We All Need THESE Life Conversations about Loss (With Dr Lauren Breen)
Don Burstow
Co-director, Burstow's Funeral Services
Burstow's Funeral Services
Episode: What 43 Years in Funeral Service Taught Me About Grief
Asha Dooley
Director/President of Funerals Australia; industry leader
Funerals Australia
Episode: A Five-Star Approach to Farewell with Asha Dooley
Alan José
Crematorium manager at Mercia Forest Crematorium, Westerleigh Group
Mercia Forest Crematorium / Westerleigh Group
Episode: What Really Happens During Cremation?
Nicola Marshall
Therapist and grief expert
Episode: Grief Isn’t a Problem to Solve. It’s a Truth to Feel. (Nicola Marshall)
April Commons
15-year-old interviewee sharing lived experience of grief in a family affected by loss
Family of Lola (grief advocate)
Episode: What Can a 15-Year-Old Teach Us About Grief? (April Commons)
Lisa Hague
Grief and bereavement coach
Self-employed grief coaching practice
Episode: Loving Lola - Parenting After Stillbirth (With Lisa Hague)
Kevin Bonavia
Member of Parliament
UK Parliament
Episode: Why Talking About Death in Schools Could Save Lives (Kevin Bonavia MP)

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The Truth About Life & Death From a Death Doula (Dr Emma Clare)
Q: You mentioned education and schools in preparing people to face death with compassion. What role should education play in changing death narratives?
Education should normalize conversations about death from a young age, empower children with questions and answers, and integrate ritual and talking points into communities so death is understood as a natural part of life rather than a taboo subject.
The Truth About Life & Death From a Death Doula (Dr Emma Clare)
Q: Could you explain please what the end-of-life doula role looks like in the UK and how it differs from hospice or palliative care?
The doula role is flexible and patient-centered, blending practical and emotional support (and often spiritual) across different stages, especially outside formal healthcare encounters, and focusing on community-based care rather than solely clinical settings.
What 43 Years in Funeral Service Taught Me About Grief
Q: What is the Four Rs and how do they influence your practice?
Realize, remember, receive, and release are guiding posts to help families cope with grief at every level, ensuring the experience supports reflection, memory, and a healthy goodbye while accommodating various ceremony preferences.
What 43 Years in Funeral Service Taught Me About Grief
Q: What are the biggest changes you've seen in funeral service, and how do you adapt to them?
Two major shifts stand out: the morning avoidant culture around bereavement and increased family fragmentation; we respond by listening carefully, staying relevant to families' needs, and guiding them through the Four Rs in a flexible, compassionate way.
What 43 Years in Funeral Service Taught Me About Grief
Q: Could you explain your background and how you got involved in funerals?
I entered funeral service 43 years ago to fill a void when family members were unable to work, and over time I embraced the role with a passion to serve bereaved families and to create meaningful, supportive experiences.

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What is Death: A Changing Industry about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show chronicles how funerary practices, bereavement support, and the broader industry are adapting to social change. Conversations span practical industry shifts (direct cremation, regulation, pricing, client experience) and emotional dimensions of loss—grief literacy, education in schools, and community-based healing. Guests range from funeral directors and crematorium managers to grief researchers, therapists, and policymakers, offering both frontline insight and policy perspectives. Notable throughlines include modernizing service standards, increasing transparency and dignity in mourning, and the growing role of education, advocacy, and community programs in shaping how societies respond to death and bereavem... more

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