The Glam Reaper Podcast

What does a death doula actually do, and why are more families turning to them during some of life’s most difficult moments? In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with death doula Nicole to explore the growing role of death doulas in end-of-life care. Nicole shares her journey from a career in human resources to supporting individuals and families through the dying process after experienci...

In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Lauren Carroll to explore the growing world of psilocybin and its role in healing, grief work, and end-of-life care. Lauren shares how an unexpected health diagnosis led her to try psilocybin for the first time and how that experience became a turning point in both her personal life and professional path. Lauren opens up about the emotional journe...

In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with André Archimbaud to talk about losing both of his parents just hours apart during the early days of the pandemic. Andre shares the story of moving to Austin with the hope of caring for his mother and father, only to realize within days that their time was much shorter than anyone expected. What followed was a painful and deeply human goodbye. Andr...

What happens when losing a pet feels like losing part of yourself? In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Adam Greenbaum, founder of Love Baxter, to talk about the kind of grief people often struggle to explain out loud. Adam shares the story of Baxter, the dog who stayed beside him through the hardest years of his life, from building a company to the quiet moments most people never se...

In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Jill Greenbaum to explore a different approach to one of life’s hardest conversations, death, loss, and everything we struggle to put into words. Jill introduces the idea that drawing, even in its simplest form, can help people communicate what they feel when language falls short. Because here’s the truth most people overlook. Words disappear. Con...

What if the healing you’ve been chasing for years… could happen in a single moment? In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Dr. Irene to explore something deeply human, the need for closure, connection, and peace after loss. Irene shares her work around the psychomanteum, a quiet, sensory-deprived space designed to help people feel close to loved ones who have passed. But what unfolds i...

What happens when the people who stand beside grief every day are expected to carry it quietly? In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Dwight, a former funeral director turned therapist, for a deeply honest conversation about the emotional toll of working in death care. Having lived both roles, Dwight speaks with real understanding about what funeral professionals hold day after day, t...

In this season six premiere, Jennifer Muldowney welcomes viral sensation and dear friend Vivienne Sayers for a St. Patrick’s Day conversation that goes beyond surface-level celebration. Together, they explore the bittersweet soul of Ireland, from red carpets like the Oscars to the sacred traditions of the Irish wake. They unpack why Irish culture has long been a masterclass in holding both joy and...

What if talking about death openly is what actually helps people feel less afraid? In this episode, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Eileen Hollis to explore how conversations, community, and education are reshaping death care. Eileen shares her journey from working quietly behind the scenes to becoming a trusted voice online, helping people understand what happens after death and how families ca...

What if the way we fear death is actually what makes it harder? In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Hospice Nurse Penny to talk about what really happens at the end of life, the moments most people never see, and the truths that change how we think about dying. Penny shares her journey into hospice later in life, how her own fear of death led her to this work, and why caring for dying people...

What if the way we talk about death is the reason so many people feel lost when it finally happens?  In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Symon, a thanatologist working at the intersection of end of life care and technology, to unpack why death education is outdated, why the funeral industry feels confusing to so many families, and how better knowledge can resto...

Have you ever wished there was a place where you could speak about loss without feeling judged or rushed? In this episode, Melanie Wilson shares how the sudden death of her father led her to create Death of the Party, a gathering where people can show up exactly as they are and feel understood in their grief. What began as a small idea in New York has grown into meaningful events that help strange...

This episode takes you behind the scenes of the NFDA 2025 International Convention & Expo and the Future of Deathcare Summit , held in Chicago this October. Despite a few uninvited audio gremlins (yes, apologies in advance for the glitches!), this conversation captures the energy, innovation, and sense of community that defined the week. Host Jennifer Muldowney – The Glam Reaper – shares perso...

Why do we wait until someone dies to learn how to deal with death? In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer Muldowney sits down with Jennifer Lares, a licensed funeral director, educator, and former U.S. Army mortuary officer who managed repatriations across Europe and Africa. Together, they open a side of the funeral world that most people never see — where compassion, ethics, and res...

How do you heal when the one who gave you unconditional love is gone? In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer Muldowney goes beyond grief to uncover the new ways people are reshaping how we say goodbye to our pets — from compassion, creativity, to community. Adam Greenbaum, founder of Love Baxter, shares the raw story of losing his dog Baxter and realizing how unprepared the world is...

In this special episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, Jennifer Muldowney takes us inside the CANA Convention to uncover bold ideas, inspiring stories, and the future of funeral service. Jennifer sits down with powerhouse women and industry innovators making waves in the profession. Lisa Bowie shares how Funeral Women Lead is breaking barriers with the first-ever Wellness Summit and Women’s Leadershi...

Sometimes the stories we carry are heavier than what the world ever sees. Sarah Cunningham McWilliams sits down with us to share a life marked by loss, resilience, and unexpected hope. From 14 miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies to surviving cancer in the middle of a global pandemic, she shows what it means to keep standing when life consistently knocks you on your ass. Sarah opens her heart abou...

What if the moment that shaped your life happened when you were only twelve years old? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Tanya Scotece shares her journey from the medical world to becoming a funeral director and embalmer, and now a professor leading the mortuary program at Miami Dade College. She opens up about how a single childhood experience at a wake sparked a fire that stayed with her for l...

What if we stopped judging grief and started honoring it instead? In this powerful episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, we sit down with Michaelene Dowers, a licensed funeral director, thanatologist, and founder of Pollen Care—a one-of-a-kind resource for children facing grief, from the loss of a parent to the pain of divorce or even the death of a pet. We open up about the hard conversations many...

What if grief had no rules and love had no limits? In this deeply moving episode, We sit down with Lauren Seeley, a death educator and community death doula, to talk about the raw, real, and often misunderstood world of grief, loss, and end-of-life care. We talk about what it means to support people through the death of a beloved pet, how intuitive moments show up in the funeral space, and why hon...

What Really Happens Behind the Scenes in the Funeral Industry? Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to work in death care? In this episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, I take you inside the Independent Funeral Directors of Florida Convention where I met the changemakers shaping the future of funerals. From AI-powered tribute videos to autopsy cases that reveal shocking truths, this episode...

What If We’ve Been Grieving All Wrong? How do we truly honor the people we love after they’re gone? In this deeply moving episode, Jen sits down with Lauren from La Mort to talk about what most people don’t know about death, grief, and connection. From the lost art of caring for our loved ones' bodies to the power of pen pals and handwritten letters, this conversation is full of stories that will...

What If Talking About Death Could Actually Bring Us Closer to Life? In this powerful and unexpectedly uplifting episode, we sit down with Gabrielle Gatto—death doula, cemetery educator, and creator of Grim Reaper Gossip—to talk about what it really means to face mortality with heart, humor, and humanity. Gabrielle opens up about working at Greenwood Cemetery during the pandemic, how she turned per...

What if the most powerful way to process grief... wasn't with words, but with music? In this emotional and eye-opening episode, Jennifer sits down with violinist and music-for-healing expert Concetta, who shares her journey from wedding performer to creating personalized music ceremonies for funerals, memorials, and even hospice homes. From honoring lost loved ones to comforting families during th...

What if one small act of kindness could save a life? In this deeply moving episode of The Glam Reaper Podcast, We sit down with Brent Pope—a former Rugby and TV pundit turned mental health advocate/super hero to many. Brent opens his heart about his own struggles with anxiety, depression, and grief, and how those battles inspired a global movement rooted in empathy. Through his “Elephant in the Ro...