Apparently last week I ruffled some feathers when I mentioned the struggles we have as women in the funeral industry.

Lynn asks the question: “What is it like to be a woman working in what seems to be a man’s field, and what advice do you have for other women who might be interested in working in the funeral industry?”

This week, we have the pleasure of hosting Amanda James Shropshire from Kermit Funeral Home as our first guest interview. Her insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by women in the funeral industry will undoubtedly be enlightening.

This week's episode is a question from Tim!

Tim asks what all goes into a first call and what should families expect?

If you've never been present when a funeral home arrives to bring someone into our care, this episode is sure to help you understand the process and everything it entails.

What's the fuss about Green Burials? Ever been interested in a Tibetan Sky Burial? You might change your mind after listening to this episode.

Janie asks “Mark and I go back and forth about our final wishes...Buried with family at a local cemetery or buried/ cremated with family at Veteran’s Cemetery. And then my daughter comes up with “natural burial”. What exactly is it and do any cemeteries around here allow it?

Learn about green burials and more on this week's episode.

We need questions! Send us your best or worst at finaltouchpodcast@gmail.com

Warning: this episode talks about decomposition and dismemberment. Discretion is advised.