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Funeral Service Insider: The Podcast

Kates-Boylston Publications has been covering death care for more than a century. Funeral Service Insider brings that institutional knowledge to bear on current events with the aim of helping funeral service professionals better understand the present and plan for the future.

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11:49

Brief Introduction: Kim Zavrotny, Funeral...

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2025/02/19

Funeral director Kim Zavrotny, Funeral Professionals Peer Support Program Director (USA), discusses her work with that organization and looks to the future.

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18:31

SCI Earnings, Outdated Funeral Laws, and Celebrating...

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2025/02/14

In this episode we discuss takeaways from the latest earnings report from SCI and their strategies for pre-need sales growth, kick off what it likely to be a long conversation about outdated state funeral laws, highlight an iconic Black funeral director, and celebrate a heroic act by a Rhode Island funeral director. Click here for complete show notes.

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12:06

A Brief Introduction: Madeline Lyles of After Life...

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2025/02/12

Madeline Lyles of After Life Mortuary Services talks about her program encouraging teend to go into mortuary science and her hope for funeral directors struggling with the stresses of the job.

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32:38

Professional Development: How to Love Your Cemetery...

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2025/02/10

Tom Nondorf, editor of American Cemetery & Cremation joined us on “Funeral Service Insider: The Podcast” this week to discuss some of the stories and the magazine’s continuing coverage of what cemeteries can be and how they can continue to thrive. The Future of Cemeteries: "Cemeteries are not anathema to cremation and there's a way in which they walk hand in hand through memorialization and that's a big part of the puzzle." Revitalizing Cemeteries through Creative Engagement: "You have to start with

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20:24

Lightning at Matthews, a Funeral Board Shakeup and a...

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2025/02/07

In this episode we explore the ongoing arbitration saga between Matthews and Tesla over the dry cell technology, alongside the intricate proxy fight involving Barington Capital. In addition, we shed light on a burgeoning scandal at Heaven Bound Cremation Service and discuss pivotal industry updates, including new roles on the Maryland State Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors. From the contrasting hearse stories in Cuba to a cemetery auction in North Carolina, we bring you the news shaping the

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13:02

Brief Introduction: Lacyn Barton, Manager of Funeral...

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2025/02/05

In this bonus episode, Manager of Funeral Revenue and Merchandising at Service Corporation International Lacyn Barton talks about how she found her place in fuenral service and ways she lives her passions.

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24:18

Carriage’s Wins, M&A Prognosticating, Bad AI, and...

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2025/02/02

In this episode of Funeral Service Insider, we look at Carriage’s quarterly earnings report and the AI reporting on it. We also dive into how memorialization boosts cremation revenue, strategic succession insights, H.E. Turner’s recognition, a quick SGK Brand Solutions update and the question of funeral industry inclusivity challenges. Click here for complete show notes.

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17:40

Cremation Troubles, Corrections, and a New Preneed...

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2025/01/31

In this episode, we tease a new column by Steve Lang set to debut in the Feb. 6 FSI, and address the recent reporting on Indiana’s state issues. We also talk about a recent crematory approval in Illinois over NIMBY concerns and look at a scandal in Maryland that is being very, very, very well covered.

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16:21

Brief Introduction: Tanya Scotece, Program...

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2025/01/29

Tanya Scotece, Program Coordinator of Funeral Service Education at Miami Dade College, discusses some of her challenges as a death care educator and her reasons for accepting a position on the KB Advisory board.

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37:08

Financial Advice: Navigating Credit Card Fees with...

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2025/01/27

In this episode of Funeral Service Insider, we speak with Jim Luff from Aurora Payments about the complexities of the Credit Card Competition Act and its implications for the funeral industry. Empowering Merchants: "This gives merchants a choice in the fees that they pay, something that's never been offered in the past … every time a merchant accepts a Visa or Mastercard for payment, approximately 2% to 3-and-a-half percent is charged to the merchant and effectively erodes their profitability."

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18:45

Tariff Worries, NOR in Utah, and the Matthews...

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2025/01/24

In this episode, we consider proposed tariffs on caskets from China, Mexico, and Canada, a critical legal battle in the 7th Circuit Court over regulations in Indiana. We’ll also explore Utah’s move toward natural organic reduction and those implications and discuss the latest in the proxy fight between Matthews and Barington. There’s also a ton going on at Kates-Boylston, including a Jan. 30 webinar and a number of events you would do well to catch. Click here for complete show notes.

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13:19

Brief Introduction: Katie Hill of Mortuary Lift Company

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2025/01/22

Katie Hill of Mortuary Lift Company, an inaugural Kates-Boylston advisory board member, shares her company origin story and her hope for the future of death care. Click here for complete show notes.

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16:49

Fraud in South Carolina, Fights in Indiana, and a...

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2025/01/17

In this episode, we consider accusations of fraud and misconduct in South Carolina, Indiana's two front battle against the future, a restructuring in Pennsylvania and some positive listener feedback. Show Notes: https://www.kates-boylston.com/fraud-in-south-carolina-fights-in-indiana-and-a-restructuring-in-pennsylvania/article_ed2a463e-d47a-11ef-be30-8f21708dd4bf.html

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13:26

Brief Introduction: Kahlen Knapik of National...

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2025/01/15

In this bonus episode Kahlen Knapik of National Mortuary Shipping and Cremation discussed the Kates-Boylston Advisory Board and shares his take on the future of funeral service.

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34:52

2025 Year in Review Part Two

Funeral Service Insider: The Podcast ·

2025/01/13

In this episode, we continue our conversation between American Cemetery & Cremation editor Tom Nondorf and Funeral Service Insider editor Tony Russo. In part one we concentrated on the ins and outs of cemetery news. Click here for complete show notes.

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22:56

Matthews, SCI, Thacker, and a big week for M&A

Funeral Service Insider: The Podcast ·

2025/01/10

In this episode, we dive into some significant shifts in the industry, including Matthews International's $350 million transaction and a potential board shakeup. We'll also discuss SCI's recent acquisitions in Arizona and a growing trend of consolidation. We'll also touch on Thacker's acquisition of Southern Legacy Casket, the Hart Island Project, Toledo's first black-owned funeral home in decades, and a controversial license restoration case in Utah. Click here for complete show notes.

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12:48

Next Steps in Death-Care Journalism: KB Publisher...

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2025/01/08

Publisher Sofia Goller talks about her advosory board initiative as Kates-Boylston looks to the future of death care. Click here for complete show notes.

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40:09

2025 Year in Review Part One

Funeral Service Insider: The Podcast ·

2025/01/06

This week, Tom Nondorf, editor of American Cremation & Cemetery magazine co-hosts the first of a two-part year-in-review episode. The Unique Cemetery Overlooking Sanford Stadium: “They sell plots because the University of Georgia plays pretty good brand of college football. People want to see it. And so, you know, they have that crazy brand of a Southern football fan. So, some people buy plots where they can be kind of overlooking a slight view of the stadium.” On Contributing Writer Tui

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16:48

Ways to Remember Carter, 90-Year-Old Collects...

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2025/01/03

ICYMI provides commentary on the week’s funeral service news. This Episode Is Sponsored by Passages International Click here for complete show notes.

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20:13

Event Centers, Barington Announcement, and More on FTC

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2024/12/20

In this episode we have update on Barington Capital, commentary on the FTC's revived report, continued success in celebrations of life, and more. Kates-Boylston Holiday Subscription Offers Barington Announces Board Picks FTC Still Naming and Shaming a Year Later Recent ‘SendOff’ Funerals Make News Ohio Funeral Directors Expand Event Offerings with Alcohol

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