PodCasket

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PodCasket

A Funeral Podcast. Meet the legends who shaped deathcare.

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Buddy Phaneuf, President and Funeral Director at Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium

In this episode of PodCasket, Curtis Funk sits down with Buddy Phaneuf, a funeral industry leader known for pushing boundaries in deathcare. From revolutionizing online cremation arrangements to integrating AI and chatbots, Buddy shares his insights on how technology and business strategy have transformed funeral service. He discusses his journey from Deloitte Consulting to funeral home ownership, his unique approach to staffing and scaling, and how his nonprofit, the Phaneuf Family Fou...

1h 12m
MAR 4

Kris Seale, Funeral Directors Life CEO

In this episode, Curtis Funk sits down with Kris Seale, a leader in the funeral profession with nearly 40 years of experience. Kris shares his journey from growing up in a funeral home to transforming Funeral Directors Life Insurance Company (FDLIC) into an industry powerhouse. He opens up about the challenges of leading through the COVID-19 pandemic, the evolution of death care, and how funeral homes can adapt to changing consumer expectations. Plus, hear how his passion for leadership and y...

1h 20m
11/01/2024

Ryan Thogmartin, Disrupt Media

In this episode, Ryan Thogmartin and Curtis Funk dive into the fascinating, unexpected paths that led them into the world of death care. From Curtis's random encounter at a family birthday party that turned into a nostalgic small-world moment to Ryan's entrepreneurial journey rooted in early life lessons, listeners will gain a unique perspective on how personal experiences and passions can shape a career. Ryan reflects on pivotal moments in his life, from accepting his faith as a child to dis...

1h 41m
10/03/2024

Thomas Anderson, Sports Entrepreneur, Funeral Director, and Industry Journalist

Tune into this PodCakset episode, where Curtis Funk interviews Thomas Anderson, a fourth-generation funeral director and entrepreneur with a remarkable background in both the funeral and sports industries. Thomas shares his journey from growing up in rural Minnesota, where he unexpectedly took over the family funeral home, to later founding a professional basketball league and sports business. His insights reflect a deep understanding of the funeral profession, and his experience in running F...

1h 3m
07/30/2024

Kenn Peterson, Vice President at NGL

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Kenn Peterson, a true legend in the death care industry, to explore his fascinating journey. Starting as a fitness specialist at Hillenbrand Industries, Kenn's career took a transformative turn into the world of pre-need sales and leadership. He shares heartfelt stories, from memorable conversations with industry icons to personal challenges, like his wife's battle with a severe health condition. Kenn discusses the critical role of compassionate se...

1h 13m
06/07/2024

Ellery Bowker, Aftercare.com CEO and Founder

In this insightful episode, Curtis Funk sits down with Ellery Bowker, a seasoned entrepreneur with deep roots in the funeral industry. Ellery shares his fascinating journey from his early days growing up on a dairy farm to his diverse career in sales and technology. He provides a detailed account of how he ventured into website design, eventually founding multiple companies in the death care industry, including Directors Advantage and aftercare.com. Ellery discusses his early experiences with...

1h 2m
05/21/2024

Jake Johnson, President and CEO of Johnson Consulting Group

In this episode of PodCasket, host Curtis Funk sits down with Jake Johnson, an influential figure in the funeral service industry. Jake shares his unique insights into how advancements in AI and robotics are poised to revolutionize the industry. The conversation delves into the history of funeral services, highlighting the pivotal roles played by Jake's father and other industry icons. Jake discusses the importance of relationships in business, his experiences in mergers and acquisitions, and...

56 min
05/13/2024

The Founder of Foresight, Dan Isard

In this episode of PodCasket, host Curtis Funk sits down with Dan Isard, a financial expert and consultant who has significantly shaped the funeral service industry. Dan shares his fascinating journey from aspiring stand-up comedian to managing bands like Hall & Oates, and eventually becoming a renowned figure in funeral service consultancy. Dan discusses his beginnings in Philadelphia, his transition to Houston and Phoenix, and the pivotal moments that led him to focus on the funeral ind...

53 min
04/18/2024

Meet "Turk" The Father of Funeral Websites

In this inaugural episode of PodCasket, host Curtis Funk welcomes Michael "Turk" Turkiewicz, a pioneering force in funeral home technology. Known as the father of funeral home websites, Turk shares his incredible journey from a Midwestern upbringing to transforming the funeral service industry with his innovative company, FuneralNet. Turk recounts his early years in Buffalo, New York, and Youngstown, Ohio, his football career at the University of Memphis, and his initial foray into the funera...

1h 13m
04/10/2024

PodCasket Trailer

Introducing PodCasket, the go to podcast for anyone in deathcare. Here we will be interviewing the legends of the funeral industry, learning their stories, their challenges, their accomplishments, and what brought them to funeral service. Whether you work in a funeral home, you're a vendor, you're new to the space, or you are just death curious, this is the podcast for you.

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PodCasket Trailer

Introducing PodCasket, the go to podcast for anyone in deathcare. Here we will be interviewing the legends of the funeral industry, learning their stories, their challenges, their accomplishments, and what brought them to funeral service. Whether you work in a funeral home, you're a vendor, you're new to the space, or you are just death curious, this is the podcast for you.

04/10/2024

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2 Ratings

Very insightful podcast

06/25/2024

Golfing kolt

Great podcast! The host and guests have all been very informative. It has been awesome learning about the industry greats.

A Funeral Podcast. Meet the legends who shaped deathcare.

Creator

Tukios
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

10
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© 2025 PodCasket
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