Friends from Wild Places

Shireen Botha

Business Owner Professionals and entrepreneurs from all over the world come to speak to me and tell me why they do what they do and their vision. I feature a Non-profit Org to spread awareness. I share bookkeeping tips and stories from my life as a business owner. Inspiring other business owners by showing the wild hearts of entrepreneurs and how they cannot be tamed. And just to chat, laugh, and enjoy one another. Shireen approaches business and life, in general, through the lens of wanting to multiply the light in the world. Whether client, colleague, or friend, she has a special understanding of people. Separate from bookkeeping, her Friends From Wild Places podcast serves as a platform for connection where business owners can share their work and life experiences and even their wild hearts and passions in a safe space.  The podcast also allows entrepreneurs to share about nonprofits that have special meaning for them. 

  1. 3D AGO

    Grief With Gentle Hands

    A shocking grave robbery case collides with a tender, transformative conversation about grief and the ways we honor the dead and protect the living. We open with hard questions about the oddities market, consent, and the law, then move into the steady ground of compassion as grief companion and educator Terri Chaplin joins us to share how devastating loss reshaped her life’s work. Terri Chaplin Website: https://www.myhealingheartscommunity.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terri.chaplin/Email: tchaplin@livingingratitudewtlc.comTel: +1 301-481-1291LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-terri-chaplin-54043352/ Terri’s story spans years of caregiving, the death of her first husband, and the sudden loss of her son—a moment that shattered what she thought healing looked like. From that breaking came a brave reimagining: leaving a decades-long corporate role, relocating for renewal, and building a heart-centered grief practice rooted in presence instead of platitudes. She walks us through the simple, powerful tools that help mourners feel safe enough to feel—grounding the nervous system, making space for emotion without timelines, and honoring continuing bonds through small, meaningful rituals. Join us as we support Kitchen Table Conversations this month! If this resonated, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs gentle company, and leave a quick review so others can find the show. Your words help more people feel less alone. Send a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    31 min

  2. JAN 24

    Wild at Heart: Embracing Life's Untamed Journey

    Jennifer Muldowney shares her entrepreneurial journey from Ireland to America, building a business with no local resources, and finding success through resilience and community. She offers candid insights about the reality behind social media success stories and emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who lift you up. Jennifer Muldowney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: glamreaperpodcast@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermuldowney/ • Finding mentors can be challenging but valuable for entrepreneurs facing uncertainty • Creating your own networking opportunities when existing ones don't meet your needs • The importance of reciprocity - asking "how can I help you?" before seeking help • Social media only shows success highlights, not the struggles behind them • Surrounding yourself with supportive people is crucial for entrepreneurial resilience • Business evolution is natural - your starting point rarely matches where you end up • Kindness matters regardless of differences in beliefs or backgrounds • Rescue Life Animal Assisted Enrichment Program helps both animals and children Join us as we support Rescue Life this month! Subscribe to Friends from Wild Places for just $5 a month to support our podcast, or help us grow with a like, share, or comment. Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    25 min

  3. JAN 17

    Planning Meaningful Farewells: A Conversation with Jennifer Muldowney

    Jennifer Muldowney shares her fascinating journey from party planner in Ireland to funeral celebrant and author dividing her time between New York and Florida. Her innovative approach bridges celebration and mourning, helping families create meaningful memorials while acknowledging grief. Jennifer Muldowney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: glamreaperpodcast@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermuldowney/ • Born and raised in Ireland before moving to Washington DC then returning home to establish her funeral planning business • Faced challenges as a young woman entering the traditionally male-dominated funeral industry • Balances celebration of life with necessary acknowledgment of grief in her memorial services • Works collaboratively with funeral directors rather than competing with them • Expanded from New York to Florida to serve clients with connections to both locations • Published her first book in just two months, writing between 10pm and 4am • Delivered a TEDx talk about her unique perspective on grief and memorials • Primarily grows her business through word-of-mouth referrals after clients witness her approach • Creates ceremonies ranging from intimate 14-person gatherings to events with 700 attendees • Emphasizes that everyone grieves differently: "Twins don't grieve the same" Join us as we support Rescue Life this month! Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    27 min

  4. JAN 10

    What Happens When a Wedding Planner Enters the Funeral Industry?

    Jennifer Muldowney, internationally recognized as "The Glam Reaper," brings a fresh perspective to modern memorial planning through deeply personal, culturally inclusive, and environmentally conscious end-of-life experiences. Her journey from wedding planner to funeral celebrant began after losing two young friends, inspiring her to reimagine how we commemorate lives. Jennifer Muldowney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: glamreaperpodcast@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermuldowney/ • Founder of Muldowney Memorials, working in the funeral space for over 16 years • Describes herself as "a wedding planner but for funerals" and "the best friend you never wanted to need" • Nicknamed "The Glam Reaper" by British media, embraces the moniker for public speaking while maintaining a more gentle approach with grieving families • TEDx speaker known for her talk "Grief as unique as your heartbeat" • Transitioned from wedding planning after questioning traditional funeral practices when an atheist friend received a standard church service • Balances a compassionate, space-holding approach with families alongside her more dynamic public persona • Featured by major media outlets including the BBC, Fox News, and The Guardian • Bridges generational and cultural gaps in funeral services through empathy, innovation, and design Join us as we support Rescue Life this month! Check out https://www.shireensbookkeeping.com for personalized bookkeeping solutions that keep your finances organized while you focus on what matters most. Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    23 min

  5. 12/20/2025

    Cuddle a Sheep, Call the Dead: A Mortician's Unusual Life

    Elizabeth Fournier, known as "The Green Reaper," shares her unique approach to maintaining emotional balance while working in the funeral industry through unconventional methods like tending to Disney-named sheep and creating a "Wind Phone" where people can connect with deceased loved ones. She provides insight into the funeral profession while emphasizing the importance of self-care and compassion when dealing with grief and loss. Elizabeth Fournier LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-fournier-32211b5/Website: http://www.cornerstonefuneral.com/Email: elizabeth@cornerstonefuneral.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethgreenreaper/ • Caring for sheep named after Disney princesses helps Elizabeth "fill her love tank"  • The Wind Phone concept originated in Japan after a tsunami and provides a healing outlet for grief • Elizabeth's funeral home in Boring, Oregon is also near the North American Bigfoot Center • No One Dies Alone connects volunteers with people who would otherwise face death without companionship • Personal stories of grief highlighted the universal fear of dying alone • Elizabeth offers herself as a resource for those with questions about death, funerals, and green burial options Join us as we support No One Dies Alone this month! We need to be gentle with ourselves when dealing with death and grief. It's never a perfect scenario, and there's always going to be "would have, could have, should have" thoughts. But ultimately, the person who's passed is at peace—they're doing better than those of us left behind. We need to love ourselves through the process. Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    29 min

  6. 12/13/2025

    77 Blind Dates and a Funeral

    Elizabeth, known as "The Green Reaper," shares her journey as the first woman in Oregon to independently own a funeral home and discusses how she's transforming funeral services with eco-friendly options. She reveals how the pandemic changed death care by empowering families with knowledge about their rights and choices beyond traditional cremation or burial. Elizabeth Fournier LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-fournier-32211b5/Website: http://www.cornerstonefuneral.com/Email: elizabeth@cornerstonefuneral.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethgreenreaper/ • Families have more rights in funeral arrangements than most realize, including keeping loved ones at home longer after death • Consumers can purchase caskets from retailers like Walmart and Costco • Elizabeth became interested in funeral service after experiencing multiple family deaths as a child • She conducted neighborhood pet funerals and processed her grief by creating funeral processions with toys • Being both funeral director and daughter when her father died was especially challenging • Despite stereotypes, many funeral directors are motivated by a desire to serve rather than profit • Elizabeth wrote three books, including "All Men Are Cremated Equal: My 77 Blind Dates" and "The Green Burial Guidebook" • She met her husband (the cremator at her funeral home) after completing her 77 blind dates • Her guidebook provides practical information on alternative burial options and home funerals Join us as we support No One Dies Alone this month! Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    26 min

  7. 12/06/2025

    Burial Reimagined: The Green Reaper's Advocacy

    Elizabeth Fournier, known as "The Green Reaper," runs a one-woman funeral service from a repurposed goat barn in Boring, Oregon, specializing in environmentally friendly burial options and natural death care. Elizabeth Fournier LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-fournier-32211b5/Website: http://www.cornerstonefuneral.com/Email: elizabeth@cornerstonefuneral.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethgreenreaper/ • Operating out of a 40-acre property where nature and wildlife are part of the funeral experience • Provides traditional services alongside green burial options across Portland and surrounding areas • Green burial means no embalming, using biodegradable containers, and burial without concrete liners • Advocates for "shades of green" - small sustainable choices like potted plants instead of cut flowers • Newer eco-options include human composting, aquamation (water cremation), and ocean burials • Personal philosophy influenced by being an introvert who finds peace in quiet spaces • Originally from California but appreciates Oregon's leadership in sustainability initiatives • Author of The Green Burial Guidebook focused on affordable, environmentally friendly burial options Join us as we support No One Dies Alone this month! If you enjoyed this episode, please share our podcast and consider supporting us with a $5 monthly subscription for bonus unedited content where we dive deeper into these topics. Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    27 min

  8. 11/22/2025

    Quantum Healing: Breaking Free from Repeated Pain

    Dive deep into the world of emotional healing as hypnotherapist Joseph reveals how confronting pain patterns leads to spiritual growth and transformation. Learn how addressing emotions stored in the body can create immediate shifts without revisiting traumatic experiences. Joseph Drumheller YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@josephdrumhellerWebsite: https://jdhacademy.org/Email: jdh@jdhacademy.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephdrumheller/ • Repeated emotional patterns continue until we face them directly • Emotions manifest physically in specific areas of the body • Effective healing can occur without reliving past traumas • Joseph's spiritual journey includes profound connections with animals • A chance encounter with a crayfish inspired his children's book • Soul evolution requires tapping into higher vibrational energies • Technology both connects and isolates us in our spiritual journey • Spirit animals serve as powerful guides (Joseph's are Canadian geese and grizzly bears) Join us as we support the RE Sources this month! Support our featured nonprofit RE-Sources (re-sources.org), a construction recycling facility in Bellingham, Washington that salvages building materials and provides environmental education. Send us a text Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Stay Wild! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplaces Website: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/ Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023 Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcast Leave a review!

    23 min
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Business Owner Professionals and entrepreneurs from all over the world come to speak to me and tell me why they do what they do and their vision. I feature a Non-profit Org to spread awareness. I share bookkeeping tips and stories from my life as a business owner. Inspiring other business owners by showing the wild hearts of entrepreneurs and how they cannot be tamed. And just to chat, laugh, and enjoy one another. Shireen approaches business and life, in general, through the lens of wanting to multiply the light in the world. Whether client, colleague, or friend, she has a special understanding of people. Separate from bookkeeping, her Friends From Wild Places podcast serves as a platform for connection where business owners can share their work and life experiences and even their wild hearts and passions in a safe space.  The podcast also allows entrepreneurs to share about nonprofits that have special meaning for them. 

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  • Creator
    Shireen Botha
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Friends from Wild Places
  • Show Website
    Friends from Wild Places