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The hardest part of losing someone is not only saying goodbye. It’s waking up the next day to passwords you don’t have, bills in the wrong name, banks that won’t talk to you, and an estate process that can stretch for months while you’re running on grief brain.

We sit down with Serlina Chu, co-founder of Herekind, to talk about the real work that starts after the funeral: estate administration, probate timelines, asset and liability searches, account closures across banks, insurers, super funds, telcos, and utilities, plus the modern mess of digital legacy and online subscriptions. Serlina explains why Herekind begins with a human bereavement concierge, then moves families into a secure online platform built to reduce legal fees, share progress with relatives, and lighten the emotional load that comes with being an executor.

Listen now, then subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find practical grief support when they need it most.

Have questions about death, dying or the funeral industry? Email ask@ladyofdeath.com.au to have them answered in a future episode.

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Death stops us; conversation moves us. We sat with Irene Montefiore, a founding member of the Albany Death Cafe, to explore how a simple table, a pot of tea, and the courage to speak out loud can turn fear into clarity and isolation into connection.

We walk through what a Death Cafe truly is: a confidential, not‑for‑profit space where ordinary people share stories, questions, and practical knowledge about dying, grief, funerals, and the choices that come before and after a last breath.

If you’re curious about the logistics, we get practical: how to start your own Death Cafe, why venue privacy matters, using Dying to Talk cards, and how to promote without hype.

By the end, you’ll see how naming death out loud expands life: fewer taboos, better planning, kinder support, and room for both tears and laughter. If you value honest conversation and want your final farewell to reflect who you really are, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more people find thoughtful, stigma‑free talk about death—and about living well until the end.

If you want more information about Albany Death Cafe, please go to their Facebook page and you can contact Irene through that.

Have questions about death, dying or the funeral industry? Email ask@ladyofdeath.com.au to have them answered in a future episode.

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Most people never think about the environmental cost of a funeral until they have to plan one. I sat down with Tamsin and Alyssa, the founders of Heaven and Earth Eco Burial Products, to explore how shrouded burial can be safer for the planet, clearer for families, and gentler on budgets—without sacrificing dignity or ritual.

Their story is as human as it is practical. As young mums, they built and tested products during lockdown, leaned on a mortician’s expertise, and engineered their carrier for safety. They share early missteps, why their supplies are certified vegan. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s honest, local, biodegradable design that gives families real choice.

We also dive into what it takes to keep a purpose-driven business alive: allies in the funeral industry, months of patience after launch, and a commitment to learning. Tamsin and Alyssa open up about time pressures, storage challenges, and raising death-literate kids who can talk about grief with clarity and care.

If you’ve wondered how eco burial, shrouds, and conservation cemeteries really work, or you simply want to plan a farewell that matches your values, this conversation offers a grounded, compassionate roadmap.

If this resonated, follow the show, share it with someone planning ahead, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Your support helps more families discover greener, clearer end-of-life choices.

Have questions about death, dying or the funeral industry? Email ask@ladyofdeath.com.au to have them answered in a future episode.