Good Grief

Alex-Michael Alleva and Bart Hibner
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The funeral business... guys with black suits and casper colored skin waiting in the depths of funeral home basements for the phone to ring; another soul has departed and is ready for their accompaniment to the afterlife. Actually, they're pretty normal people who just want to help guide people through these odd decisions and processes that, hopefully, they're not too familiar with, and hopefully, make it a little easier.

Episodes

  1. Aug 11

    Good Grief Episode 4: The Non-Stop Tour

    Vacation is a time to rejuvenate from work, responsibilities, stress or anything that you need a reprieve from. Unfortunately, those who are grieving don't get to take a vacation from their grief and their feelings. They carry their thoughts and emotions with them like a carry-on bag wherever they go. Grief weighs us down and trying to shed the weight quickly with 'quick fixes' only makes things worse later. In episode 4 of Good Grief, Bart and Alex-Michael dive deep into grief's timeframe and how the best way to deal with grief is to go through it.

  2. Jul 14

    Episode 3 - Good Grief: The Seasons of Goodbye

    In this month's episode of Good Grief, Bart and Alex-Michael explore the affects of season changes in the funeral industry. The conversation dives into the mysteries around funeral homes and the fluctuations they experience with busy times throughout a year. Beyond changes of season, the duo discuss life transitions and seasons of grief and life.

  3. Jul 1

    Episode 2 with VIDEO - The Family Rubik's Cube: Aligning All the Sides

    In Episode 2 of Good Grief, we explore the often unseen role funeral directors play when families come together after a death—especially when relationships are strained, communication has broken down, or loved ones have been estranged for years.As funeral directors, we are often called upon to guide families through some of the most emotionally charged decisions they will ever make. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of arranging funerals when family dynamics are complicated, how we help navigate disagreements with compassion and professionalism, and why creating space for understanding can be just as important as planning the service itself.We also talk about a reality we see every day in our profession: many people avoid conversations about death and their final wishes. When those discussions don't happen in advance, families are often left trying to make difficult decisions while grieving. From our perspective behind the scenes, we share why pre-planning and open communication can make an enormous difference for the people left behind.This episode offers an honest look at funeral service, the emotional work of supporting families through loss, and the importance of having conversations about death before a crisis occurs.Subscribe to Good Grief for candid conversations from funeral professionals about death, grief, funeral service, and the experiences that shape how we care for families every day.

  4. Jun 9

    Episode 2 - The Family Rubik's Cube: Aligning All the Sides

    In Episode 2 of Good Grief, we explore the often unseen role funeral directors play when families come together after a death—especially when relationships are strained, communication has broken down, or loved ones have been estranged for years.As funeral directors, we are often called upon to guide families through some of the most emotionally charged decisions they will ever make. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of arranging funerals when family dynamics are complicated, how we help navigate disagreements with compassion and professionalism, and why creating space for understanding can be just as important as planning the service itself.We also talk about a reality we see every day in our profession: many people avoid conversations about death and their final wishes. When those discussions don't happen in advance, families are often left trying to make difficult decisions while grieving. From our perspective behind the scenes, we share why pre-planning and open communication can make an enormous difference for the people left behind.This episode offers an honest look at funeral service, the emotional work of supporting families through loss, and the importance of having conversations about death before a crisis occurs.Subscribe to Good Grief for candid conversations from funeral professionals about death, grief, funeral service, and the experiences that shape how we care for families every day.

  5. May 12

    Before the Grief: Our Path into the Funeral Profession

    Welcome to the first episode of the Good Grief Podcast! Hosts’ Alex-Michael Alleva and Bart Hibner talk about how they began their careers in the funeral business and the efforts behind providing ‘Good Grief’ to the families that they serve.  Tune in every month to hear stories about the funeral business and how funeral professionals guide families through the process of planning a funeral.

  6. Trailer

    Good Grief: Intro

    The Good Grief Podcast is coming soon! Check back to hear host's Bart Hibner and Alex-Michael Alleva talk about the funeral business and how they provide 'Good Grief' to families during their toughest moments.

Trailer

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About

The funeral business... guys with black suits and casper colored skin waiting in the depths of funeral home basements for the phone to ring; another soul has departed and is ready for their accompaniment to the afterlife. Actually, they're pretty normal people who just want to help guide people through these odd decisions and processes that, hopefully, they're not too familiar with, and hopefully, make it a little easier.

Information

  • Creator
    Alex-Michael Alleva and Bart Hibner
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Alex-Michael Alleva and Bart Hibner
  • Show Website
    Good Grief