Undertaking: The Podcast
576 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 216 ratingsFuneral Directors, Ryan Ballard and Brian Waters discuss life, death and the story of funeral service.
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#550 My Fathers Chair Episode 5
January 24, 2024 11:12 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBRyan walks around a cemetery before a service. The sounds of the cemetery help him relive some memories. He also gets frustrated with the setup. Rock and Roll friends. Sponsors: www.indianadonornetwork.org www.gather.app https://www.lovealwaysproject.org/ https://www.natlmortuaryshipping.com/ https://www.wilbert.com/ www.certifiedsafetytraining.org
#549 John Rabold talks about the Indiana Donor Network
January 17, 2024 12:00 - 42 minutes - 34 MBRobert Falcon sits with John Rabold from the Indiana Donor Network and has a conversation. This is from the Indiana Funeral Direcors Convention from May 2023. Definately some fun twists and turns in this one. Sponsors: https://www.wilbert.com/ www.indianadonornetwork.org https://www.garfieldrefining.com/ https://www.natlmortuaryshipping.com/ https://www.lovealwaysproject.org/ www.gather.app https://matthewsaurora.com/
#548 Care Center Set Up with Duncan Stuart Todd
January 10, 2024 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBNFDA 2023 Las Vegas was a Blurr. Brian has a quick conversation with a company that has been setting up care centers for funeral homes since 1991. As government slowly chokes all of small business between regulation and fines, this company can help us stay current with what we need to be doing in the care center to keep Uncle Sam off our back. Rock and Roll !!! Sponsors: https://www.piercedirect.com/ecommerce/default.aspx www.duncanstuarttodd.com www.myasd.com www.garfieldref...
#547 Mountain Mornings with Jason Duvall "The David Mine Disaster"
January 03, 2024 12:00 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBMountain Mornings with Jason Duvall is a story of Appalachian Funeral service. He talks about the story of the David Mine Disaster of 1967. Jason has his own history within this story, he has been hesitant to put this out until he felt his account was fully accurate. Here we are. Rock and Roll friends!!! We see you!!!!! Sponsors: https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.lovealwaysproject.org www.indianadonornetwork.org www.gather.app www.undertakingthepodcast....
#546 Brian bothers Ron King
December 27, 2023 14:16 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB"Hey Buddy" !!!!! Brian is bored one night and just gives Ron a call and records it. It sure is good to hear his voice. This is what they did for so many years, they would game plan and talk about everything. I have been going through all kinds of content and thought this was fitting to release. Enjoy the Jovial laugh of Ron King. Rest in Peace my friend. Sponsors: www.indianadonornetwork.org https://988lifeline.org/ https://www.piercedirect.com/ecommerce/default.aspx ht...
#545 Glyn Tallon Holds Court!!!
December 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBThis is another one from the vault. This is Glyn Tallon at Vernie Fountains International Conference in Missouri I belive from 2021. We have a live crowd for this and it is in the middle of a hotel lobby. We have the opportunity to ask our questions on restorative art. Glyn also tells his story. Sponsors: https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.indianadonornetwork.org www.butlercoach.com www.matthewsaurora.com www.tallonmortuaryspecialists.com www.und...
Ryans Final Episode
December 15, 2023 00:40 - 22 minutes - 34.1 MBRyan is leaving the Podcast. He wants to say a few words to everyone before he goes. Rock and Roll!!
#544 My Fathers Chair Episode 4
December 13, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBThis episode Ryan talks about how our body senses things and reacts. The sense of smell affected Ryan one evening after sitting and going through his fathers things with his mother. How does the smell of clothes or cologne take you back in time? How can it be so vivd in that moment. We talk about it. Rock and Roll! Sponsors: https://www.piercedirect.com www.indianadonornetwork.com https://gather.app/ www.lovealwaysproject.org https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepod...
Undertaking The Colts
December 09, 2023 22:37 - 59 minutes - 95.4 MBWhat a surprising year it has been. Blake and JB dive into the craziness that is Indiana Football.
#543 Mountain Morning with Jason Duvall
December 06, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBBrother Jason introduces his new show. He talks about what it is like in rural Kentucky and being a funeral director. Jason is down near the Appalachian Mountains close to the West Virginia border, his new series will be stories and the history as to how funeral service has been done in that area. I truly believe we can learn from all people from all walks of life and we can apply it to our everyday. I want to hear other professionals experiences to be the best funeral director poss...
#542 Undertaking The Colts
December 01, 2023 23:10 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBThe 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. Sponsors: https://www.lovealwaysproject.org/ https://www.wilbert.com/ www.gather.app www.certifiedsafetytraining.org www.indianadonornetwork.org https:...
#541 Your New Embalmer with Ben Schmidt
November 29, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBOur 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! https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.undertakingthepodcast.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the...
#540 What a Funeral Director and his Daughter are thankful for
November 23, 2023 01:05 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBRyan 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. Sponsors: https://www.wilbert.com/ https://matthewsaurora.com/https:/ www.natlmortuaryshipping.com https://www.garfieldrefining.com/ www.certifiedsafetytraining.org www.indianadon...
#539 Sharon Mascarello "Embalming: History, Theory, and Practice
November 22, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBRobert 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! https://cphs.wayne.edu/mortuary-science/news/sharon-gee-mascarello-wraps-up-24-year-wayne-state-university-career...
#538 Undertaking The Colts
November 18, 2023 01:56 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBBlake 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. Sponsors: www.indianadonornetwork.org www.lovealwaysproject.org www.garfieldrefining.com www.undertakingthepodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667
#537 My Fathers Chair Episode 3
November 15, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBThis 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! Sponsors: https://indianadonornetwork.org/ https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.gather.app www.wilbert.com
#536 Duane Hills IFDA 2023 "One Block West of the Whitehouse"
November 08, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBDuane Hills Joins the podcast to talk about his book "One Block West of the Whitehouse". He talks about his experiences managing Joseph Gawler's Sons Funeral Home in Washington D.C. In the show notes below is a link to his new book that can be pre-ordered. This man has some great stories for funeral service. I hope he continues to write them down. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.undertakingthepodcast.com https://funeralhistorygroup.com/pr...
#535 Undertaking The Colts: The Return
November 04, 2023 01:25 - 1 hour - 125 MBIts different, lifes different, the seasons are different, the content can be different at times. Sometimes its a good break to listen and just enjoy. I as a funeral director find that I have to listen to football more than watch. Blake and Jordan Talk football, they have been gone for a few weeks and they explain why. Ryan has questions in the opener and closer. Is Ryan a Unicorn? Ryan opens and closes the episode. Sponsors: https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcas...
#534 Leeann Quinn says Hello!
November 03, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBRyan is pulling content he has had for a while, and putting it out there. This is another floor walk epsiode with Brian and Robert Falcon (Observations from a Hearse). They walk the floor at the Indiana convention this last May and run into one of Ryans classmates. She teaches the boys some knowledge too! https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.undertakingthepodcast.com Sponsors: https://indianadonornetwork.org/ www.supernovaintl.com www.hiltonfuneralsupply....
#534 Leann Quinn says Hello!
November 03, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBRyan is pulling content he has had for a while, and putting it out there. This is another floor walk epsiode with Brian and Robert Falcon (Observations from a Hearse). They walk the floor at the Indiana convention this last May and run into one of Ryans classmates. She teaches the boys some knowledge too! https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.undertakingthepodcast.com Sponsors: https://indianadonornetwork.org/ www.supernovaintl.com www.hiltonfuneralsupply....
#533 Tracy Ballard and Hard conversations!
October 29, 2023 18:01 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBTracy Ballard talks with Ryan about what she went through the day that Marty Ballard died Feb 6, 2023. She had some hard conversations that I was not around for. We need to remember that our experiece is ours alone, my wife experienced something completely different than me. Lets hear Tracy tell us a little about herself and her story. I think there are other mothers out there that can relate. It was exciting to have her as a guest. Rock and Roll! Sponsors: www.indianadonorn...
#532 Grant Inman and Brian walk the floor NFDA 2023
October 27, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBRyan opens and closes the episode and explains the chaos. Walking the floor at conventions can be very high energy at times. This is Grants first time at a funeral directors convention and he could feel the vibe in the air. Its just a good back and forth of two people walking and talking. Enjoy! www.undertakingthepodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 Sponsors: www.lovealwaysproject.org https://indianadonornetwork.org www.myasd.com
#531 "My Fathers Chair Episode 2"
October 22, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBRyan is on a drive a few days after his dads birthday. He decides to record his thoughts , its a short episode. Sometimes the conversation can seem very odd but lets remember its real in grief. We see You Movement!!!!!! Ryan talks about the expectation for these episodes in the intro and outro. Sponsors: www.undertakingthepodcast.com https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 www.lovealwaysproject.org https://indianadonornetwork.org/ www.natlmortuaryshippin...
#530 55.com So many questions!
October 21, 2023 20:48 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBWell, this is a short episode, and quite honestly I need more info. Its an interesting concept and I would love to hear more about membership and its privilege. This is a tear down interview on the convention floor (you can hear them tearing down in the background) where Brian talks to 55.com about the membership package. Sponsors: https://www.youtube.com/@undertakingthepodcast1667 https://indianadonornetwork.org/ www.butlercoach.com www.matthewsaurora.com www.undertakingt...
#529 "My Fathers Chair Episode 1"
October 18, 2023 02:16 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBRyan starts his series off with a tough one but probablly a much felt feeling by all. He has a beer with his dad on his dads birthday. RB talks accountability and also plays a recording of feelings in the moment. Rock and Roll and share if you relate. #realtalk Sponsors: https://www.garfieldrefining.com/ https://indianadonornetwork.org www.wilbert.com
#528 Jason Duvall , For the Win!!!!
October 16, 2023 01:54 - 34 minutes - 32 MBJason dives deep into something Ryan is passionate about. Ryan opens and closes the episode but Jason goes on this journey solo. Jason Duvall gets direct into how we treat each other professionally and in general. Ryan talks about we see you and the movement. Rock and Roll Friends!!! Sponors: https://indianadonornetwork.org www.natlmortuaryshipping.com https://gather.app
#527 Observations from a Hearse with Robert Falcon and Jeff Chancellor
October 10, 2023 01:25 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBRyan digs through the vault and finds an episode that was never released. Lets talk embalming, conventions and ICCFA 2023! Robert Falcon and his interview with Observations from a Hearse.
#526 Jeff Grimm, Kachina Funeral Supply
October 10, 2023 00:28 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBLots of laughs with Jeff Grimm from Kachina Funeral Supply at Indiana's funeral convention. Check out KachinaFuneralSupply. Today's show is supported by: Pierce Chemical: www.piercedirect.com/ Garfield Refining: www.garfieldrefining.com/
#525 Undertaking: The Colts versus Titans
October 08, 2023 02:39 - 1 hour - 110 MBWith a Titanic matchup this Sunday in The House That Peyton Built, is the return of Jonathon Taylor enough to end a 5 game losing streak against our AFC South rival? Find out what Blake & JB have to say on this week's preview episode of Undertaking: The Colts. "My favorite thing is trying to convince them that they can win." -Dick Butkus, 1942-2023 Today's show is supported by Indiana Donor Network: https://indianadonornetwork.org/
#524 Undertaking: The Colts Post-Game
October 04, 2023 05:41 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBJB and Blake have post-game coverage of Rams at Colts. As we ponder the loss, the Tennessee Titans loom in the distance. Today's show is supported by: Indiana Donor Network: https://indianadonornetwork.org/
#523 Observations from a Hearse with Robert Falcon
October 03, 2023 19:26 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBWhile grilling, Robert Falcon chats with Brian Waters on their observations from Las Vegas and the NFDA annunal convention. Brian sees Starlink for the first time and thing it's a UFO and Robert talks mentorship. Today's show is supported by: Garfiend Refining: https://www.garfieldrefining.com The Wilbert Group: https://www.wilbert.com/
#522 Brian Visits Pastor Roger
September 30, 2023 23:05 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBBrian learns details of the death of John the Baptist. Not long after, sitting with Pastor Roger Spitler of Eaton Church of God, Brian has questions. Listen in. Today's show is supported by: Indiana Donor Network: https://indianadonornetwork.org/ ASD Answering Service for Directors: https://www.myasd.com/
#521 Undertaking the Colts: Rams at Colts Preview
September 30, 2023 22:31 - 1 hour - 118 MBA mob of restless Rams is approaching the Circle City. As the Colts prepare to defend their home turf, quarterback Anthony Richardson takes another step to clear consussion protocol. His biggest task, to date, looms ahead - avoiding 99 problems for 60 grueling minutes. This show is supported by National Mortuary Shipping and Cremation: https://www.natlmortuaryshipping.com/
#520 Undertaking: The Colts, A Gayme For The Records IND 22 BAL 19
September 28, 2023 04:25 - 1 hour - 111 MBIf you're like us and missed the Colts - Ravens game, tune in to Blake and JB as they break-down the action from Sunday's game in Baltimore. Today's show is supported by the Wilbert Group: https://www.wilbert.com/
#519 Observations from Las Vegas with Robert Falcon
September 26, 2023 01:51 - 43 minutes - 64.3 MBRobert Falcon joins the Undertaking Network with his Observations from a Hearse. Today we look back at NFDA in Las Vegas. Robert kicks off the trade show with Brian Waters, followed by an interview with Salvador Perches. Don't miss this show. Today's show is supported by ASD Answering Service for Directors: https://www.myasd.com/
#518 Undertaking: The Colts: Ep: 6 Colts at Ravens
September 23, 2023 14:49 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBColts at Ravens: An unkindness of #Ravens await the Boys in Blue - and so does a tropical storm. Blake and JB take flight to give you every key matchup, injury, and expectation for this Sunday's matchup in Charm City. Saddle up boys n girls! #ForTheShoe #Colts Today's show is supported by Express Funeral Funding: https://www.expressfuneralfunding.com/
#517 John Henderson, Embalming, Mentorship, Leadership
September 22, 2023 20:21 - 53 minutes - 76 MBMentor, friend, and employer of Ryan Ballard, John Henderson of Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle, Indiana visit with the show about his upcoming speaking tour with the Indiana Funeral Directors Association. Today's show is supported by our friends at: Gather, The Future of Funeral Home Software: https://gather.app/ MemoryShare: Professional Funeral Home Support for LiveStreaming & Delayed Broadcast: https://www.memoryshare.com/ Learn more about Ryan, Brian and the entire ...
#516 Undertaking: The Colts Ep:5 Colts Win! 31-20
September 19, 2023 16:28 - 1 hour - 110 MBBlake and JB react to the Colts' impressive AFC South road victory. From Minshew Mania takeover to Head Coach Shane Steichen channeling his inner Bill Belichick, hear why all signs are pointing upward to a bright future in Indianapolis Colts Nation, with a couple MASSIVE head nods to AR5 and Ryan Kelly for setting the example looking out for their own health - both mentally and physically.
#515 Undertaking: The Colts Ep: 4: vs Texans
September 16, 2023 04:11 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBIndianapolis Colts travel to Houston and Blake Waters with Jordan Brock have the scoop.
#514 Undertaking: The Colts Ep: 3
September 16, 2023 03:54 - 1 hour - 165 MBDid you miss opening day? Catch up on the Indianapolis Colts with Blake Waters of the Undertaking Network.
#513 NFDA Day 2: Here Come The Dreamers
September 14, 2023 18:03 - 29 minutes - 42.6 MBPlaying amateur reporter, funeral director and embalmer, Brian Waters chases down the scoops on the NFDA trade show floor in Las Vegas. Celebrating the Network's first "International Day", Brian talks with National Mortuary Shipping and Cremation, Funeral One and SOKNA, while discussing the hot topics and announcements of the day. In the end, Brian get's invited into funeral services Skunk Works. Don't miss this show from one of the creators of the Undertaking Network.
#512 NFDA Day 1: ASD News From Las Vegas
September 12, 2023 03:35 - 12 minutes - 19.7 MBBrian walks the trade show floor to visit some friends including James Fletcher of Matthews Aurora, our friends at Pierce Chemical (with Formula 496) and Craig from ASD updates us on the news of the week. Each day, over 10,000 funeral homes are supported by Answering Service for Directors and today we let them know, we've got their back when they need us.
#511 Undertaking the Colts Ep:2
September 10, 2023 16:27 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBComing in hot from Las Vegas, Brian drops his nephew's show, Undertaking the Colts with Blake Waters.
#510 Are you death curious? Featuring Alexandra Jo
September 08, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBAlexandra Jo of the Death Curious Podcast, joins Brian on Undertaking: The Podcast as they go down the rabbit hole to consider how we communicate and how death care professionals can listen with intention to understand. You can hear their first conversaton over at Death Curious https://deathcurious.com/
#509 Shadows? Big News?
September 06, 2023 04:21 - 12 minutes - 13.7 MBSomeone has been listening! Who could it be? Finally, from the shadows, not seen in 40 years...... Maybe 30, but a long time. Just listen.
#508 Tea & Mourning Wear on Labour Day with Vegas Announcements
September 04, 2023 22:05 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBRight, after a bit of announcements by Brian, the show is returned to its previous host, Mr. Benjamin Whitworth CFSP, MBIE and best of all, a proper chap and embalmer. Allow us the opportunity to be redirected by another undertaker who cares. This is a show worth sharing. Learn more about the British Institute of Embalmers here: https://www.bioe.co.uk/ They're sorry for Brian, it's in the minutes. Hear more TVB stories here: https://www.toddvanbeck.com/ Donate to the Todd Van Beck...
#507 Calahan Funeral Home of Chicago, Illinois
August 30, 2023 23:10 - 27 minutes - 62.8 MBAlmost 30 years ago, back in 1983, Edward Calahan CFSP opened his own funeral service company. He started small – in fact, Calahan Funeral Service was based out of an existing funeral home in Chicago. When the owner of that firm suggested that Edward take his passion for excellence in service out into the wider world –he took the suggestion to heart. Join Brian on the road in Springfield, Illinois where he meets Edward and Shirley Calahan. Brian trys to examine the differences between rura...
#506 Undertaking the Colts by Kicking the Stigma
August 25, 2023 13:46 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBEveryone take a breath; the Undertakers are here, and football season kicks off in September. Sport is intended to be fun and exciting but when our people are not seen, valued, or appreciated, things get rough. As we step away from the heaviness of death care for one little show, Brian introduces his nephew, Blake Waters, an Air Force Veteran, and fan of the Indianapolis Colts. Together, the two Undertake what is going on with our home team. Check it out! Follow Undertaking: The Podc...
#505 Malaysian Embalmers Dominic and Damien Jude
August 24, 2023 04:52 - 1 hour - 101 MBRecording from the sandy beaches of Cancun, Mexico at this year's Frigid Embalm Better International Conference, Brian Waters meets Dominic and his brother Damien Jude, undertakers and embalmers from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Embalmers often feel isolated for their trade too. It's not that we love it, it's because people ask for it. Let's learn from our brothers from Malaysia. This episode is sponsored by the Kellerman Family of Vehicles Group and Butler Coach Company. Learn more about...
#504 The First Contact After Death with Coroner Gavin Greene
August 19, 2023 02:26 - 2 hours - 184 MBIn the first minutes after you die, your family is extremely vulnerable. First impressions matter and can set the tone for the next few days, two years down the road. When people feel vulnerable, they are sensitive and resistant to pressure, influence, and sometimes even action. Often the bereaved simply need to be seen to be understood. Undertakers talk amongst themselves about how to connect with our neighbors and most often we learn from our mentors that the best thing we can do is ...