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The Funeral Fix Podcast

The Funeral Fix Podcast

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The Funeral Fix Podcast is where modern funeral professionals come to grow, learn, and rethink what it means to work in death care today.


Hosted by Yaz Trollope and Oliver Thomson - Funeral Directors, Celebrants, and educators - this podcast pulls back the curtain on the world of funerals.


From crafting meaningful ceremonies to leading families through complex logistics, from business and marketing insights to self-care in emotionally demanding work, we cover the real tools and conversations that shape today’s death care industry.


Season 1 focused on the art and impact of Funeral Celebrancy.


In Season 2, we’re expanding into the world of Funeral Directing; exploring how these roles overlap, where they differ, and why compassionate, future-focused leadership is needed in every corner of the profession.


Whether you’re a current or future celebrant, a Funeral Director in training, or simply someone curious about how we can create more human, inclusive, and sustainable farewells, this podcast will give you both the inspiration and the practical know-how to step forward with confidence.


Because at The Funeral Fix, we believe the future of funerals belongs to professionals who can lead with skill, heart, and integrity.


Website: www.funeralfix.com.au

Instagram: @thefuneralfix

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Episodes
  • The Future of Funeral Directing: Trends and Opportunities
    Nov 26 2025

    Episode 10: The Future of Funeral Directing: Trends and Opportunities

    Can you believe it's the last episode of Season 2? We can't, but today, we're talking all about the future of Funeral Directing.

    The funeral industry is changing… fast.

    In this episode, hosts Yaz and Oliver look ahead to the future of Funeral Directing and explore how sustainability, technology, and shifting consumer values are reshaping modern death care.

    From the rise of green funerals and natural burials to the landmark legalisation of shrouded cremation in NSW, this conversation dives into what it really means to create environmentally responsible and emotionally authentic farewells.

    Yaz and Oliver also unpack how technology; from livestreaming and digital memorials to AI tools for grief and storytelling, can enhance connection when used thoughtfully, without losing the human heart of the work.

    Together, they reflect on what it means to be a future-ready Funeral Director: one who balances innovation with empathy, and tradition with curiosity.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • What’s driving the shift toward low-impact and sustainable funerals
    • How shrouded cremation is changing the landscape of Australian death care
    • Ways to integrate technology compassionately into funeral practice
    • How to reframe embalming, waste, and ritual with environmental awareness
    • Key consumer trends shaping the future of farewells
    • Why inclusivity, transparency, and emotional intelligence will define the next era of Funeral Directors

    Whether you’re an established Funeral Director or just beginning your journey, this episode offers grounded insight, inspiration, and practical guidance for building a more conscious and compassionate future in death care.


    Hosted by: Yasemin Trollope & Oliver Thomson

    Produced by: Oscar McCann

    Ready to step into this work as a Funeral Director? Use code PODCAST10 to receive 10% off The Funeral Fix Online Funeral Director Training

    Want to go deeper into what we do? Explore more at www.funeralfix.com.au
    and stay connected with us on socials for updates, insights, and behind-the-scenes conversations:

    Instagram: @thefuneralfix
    Facebook: @thefuneralfix

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    21 mins
  • Building a Heart-Led Funeral Business
    Nov 19 2025

    Episode 9: Building a Heart-Led Funeral Business

    Starting a funeral business isn’t just about logistics, paperwork, or financial systems — it’s about creating something meaningful, ethical, and sustainable from the ground up.

    In this episode of The Funeral Fix Podcast, Oliver Thomson and Yaz Trollope explore what it truly means to run a heart-led funeral business that balances professionalism with compassion. Drawing from Modules 9 and 10 of The Funeral Fix Funeral Director Course, they unpack how to build a strong business foundation, price with transparency, and connect with your community through authentic, ethical marketing.

    Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practice, this conversation will help you align your business with your values and serve families with integrity.

    In this episode, we cover:

    • Setting up your business legally and ethically
    • Pricing with transparency and meeting new disclosure laws
    • Working with prepaid funeral partners safely and professionally
    • Building a values-led brand that attracts the right families
    • Marketing ethically and communicating with sensitivity
    • Maintaining balance and sustainability as you grow

    If you’re ready to create a business that’s not just profitable but purposeful, this episode is your guide to building something that lasts — with heart at the centre.

    Produced by: Oscar McCrann
    Hosts: Oliver Thomson & Yaz Trollope
    Podcast: The Funeral Fix

    🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Funeral Fix Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
    Ready to learn more? Visit www.funeralfix.com.au and explore our Funeral Director training courses.

    Follow us on:
    Instagram: @thefuneralfix
    Facebook: @thefuneralfix

    Want to go deeper into what we do? Explore more at www.funeralfix.com.au
    and stay connected with us on socials for updates, insights, and behind-the-scenes conversations:

    Instagram: @thefuneralfix
    Facebook: @thefuneralfix

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    27 mins
  • The Funeral Fix In-Person: What's It All About?
    Nov 16 2025

    Episode 8: The Funeral Fix In Person – What’s It All About?

    What happens when online learning steps off the screen and into real life?

    In this episode of The Funeral Fix Podcast, Oliver Thomson and Yaz Trollope take you behind the scenes of The Funeral Fix In Person — an immersive, hands-on event designed to bring their celebrated online training to life.

    From powerful workshops and creative exercises to deep connection and community, they explore why in-person learning hits differently — and how it’s changing the way funeral professionals grow, lead, and support families.

    Featuring real testimonial audio from past attendees, this episode shines a light on the energy, transformation, and confidence that come from being in the room at QT Sydney.

    In this conversation, we cover:

    • Why experiential learning accelerates confidence and skill
    • The power of connection and shared wisdom in the room
    • How in-person events deepen emotional intelligence and presence
    • The transformation that happens when knowledge becomes lived experience
    • What to expect from The Funeral Fix In Person 2026 at QT Sydney

    If you’ve ever wondered what really happens at a Funeral Fix event — or why being there in person makes all the difference — this episode will give you an inspiring glimpse of what’s possible.

    🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Funeral Fix Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

    Produced by: Oscar McCrann
    Hosts: Oliver Thomson & Yaz Trollope

    Learn more at www.funeralfix.com.au

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @thefuneralfix

    Facebook: @thefuneralfix

    Want to go deeper into what we do? Explore more at www.funeralfix.com.au
    and stay connected with us on socials for updates, insights, and behind-the-scenes conversations:

    Instagram: @thefuneralfix
    Facebook: @thefuneralfix

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    29 mins
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