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Funeral Directors, Ryan Ballard and Brian Waters discuss life, death and the story of funeral service.

Undertaking: The Podcast Brian Waters and Ryan Ballard: Indiana Funeral Directors

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Funeral Directors, Ryan Ballard and Brian Waters discuss life, death and the story of funeral service.

    #542 Undertaking The Colts

    #542 Undertaking The Colts

    The guys are back with their thoughts on this weeks game.  There have been alot of headines this week for the colts and quite honestly I personally think every week we are rolling the dice in hope of good news.  Blake and JB go deep with a guest and explain some of the happenings from the week and the future for the weekend.
     
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    • 1 hr 30 min
    #541 Your New Embalmer with Ben Schmidt

    #541 Your New Embalmer with Ben Schmidt

    Our good friend Ben Schmidt talks about what the new embalmer looks like this day and age.  Its an interesting take that I am glad is recorded.  We all may not think the same way but the goal is to serve the families.  The new gereation of funeral service does look different, that is because funeral service is changing. We see you friends.  Rock and Roll! 
     
     
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    • 21 min
    #540 What a Funeral Director and his Daughter are thankful for

    #540 What a Funeral Director and his Daughter are thankful for

     
    Ryan and Kennedy sit down for the first few minutes and talk about what they are thankful for.  The last 15 min Ryan talks about mental health with funeral directors.  We See You! Peace comes in many forms and sometimes witnessing it can be a moment that is beneficial.  Enjoy your Holiday.
     
     
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    • 30 min
    #539 Sharon Mascarello "Embalming: History, Theory, and Practice

    #539 Sharon Mascarello "Embalming: History, Theory, and Practice

    Robert Falcon corners Sharon at the Indiana Funeral Directors convention this last May.  She had recently done some work on the book that is linked below. Embalming: History, Theory, Practice is a book that will mold young funeral directors for the future. Robert has a chance to talk with her and gets the story of her walk within funeral service. Rock and Roll!
     
     
     
     
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    • 1 hr 12 min
    #538 Undertaking The Colts

    #538 Undertaking The Colts

    Blake and JB are back to explain things that I dont understand about the Indianapolis Colts they also have a guest they introduce. Ryan opens and closes the episode with some sponsors then rants for a bit.  Ryan gets emotional in the closer. 
     
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    • 1 hr 30 min
    #537 My Fathers Chair Episode 3

    #537 My Fathers Chair Episode 3

    This Episode I talk about the phrase "one more time" and the importance of it.  I talk about my friends disappearing and dealing with mental health. "The We See You" movement is referenced. Its ok to not feel ok, get a mentor. Be better to yourself so you can be better in the profession. Rock and Roll!
     
     
     
     
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    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
217 Ratings

217 Ratings

tasmia6 ,

Loyal Fan !

Hi Brian and Ryan ! I love this podcast so I
Am excited for what is to come. You all are such a special group of people that do what you do . You guys have had a tough time for your own reasons the past year and I wish you peace and endless blessings for you two personally and professionally ! I have special place in my heart for folks that care for the deceased .. I lost both of my parents (it’s been some years now) and called on a family owned Mortuary here in San Diego and I felt how much they cared for my parents and my family . It is something one never forgets . Just wanted you to know you guys are awesome 😊

gg197381 ,

The Artist and Mortician

Thanks for sharing this story! Outstanding! Being from Eastern IA I can picture exactly where these spectacular funeral homes are located and The Turner name. Had no idea of the connection with Grant Wood and Turner Funeral Family.

krrb1135 ,

Undertaking the Podcast

I loved this podcast, especially Todd Van Beck. What has happened to it? Different podcasters and no Mr. Van Beck.

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