Funeral Stories

By Funeral Stories

What's Funeral Stories about?

Everyone always talks about their wedding story or childbirth story, but no one ever says, "Hey... What happened at that funeral you went to?" and there's always a story there. Lifelong friends Laura Brooker and Casey Carter ask that question in Funeral Stories, a podcast about the crazy, cringeworthy, hilarious & heartfelt stories that come with saying goodbye.

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Funeral Stories episodes:

04.05.2020
Episode 17 Geology Rocks, Pt. 2
This week, we wrap up our episode on Stonehenge... Also, Laura and Casey start a cult. Who wants to join? Sources: https://funeralstories.com/2020/04/05/geology-rocks-part-2/ Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: facebook.com/funeralstories AND join our "Funeral Stories Family" group on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/funeralstoriesfamily/
03.27.2020
S3 E16: Geology Rocks, Pt. 1
This week, Laura begins her research on a topic that is near-and-dear to Casey's heart. We hope you all find it humorous and comforting during these uncertain times. If you don't enjoy it, blame Casey for her full on nerd...
03.06.2020
S3 E15: Scott's Story - A Poet That Knows It
**TW: Brief mention of suicide in this episode** This week, we're joined by one of Casey and Sethen's close friends, Scott, who shares his experience with grief, which started at a young age. His personal story of the life and death...
02.21.2020
S3 E14: Edinburgh Body Snatching
This week, Laura shares her research on the history of body snatching in Edinburgh. Everything culminates with the story of Burke & Hare-- who took the career of body snatching a little too far.
02.13.2020
S3 E13: Too Many Shoes in the Kitchen
This week, we're mixing it up a bit with a research topic from Casey! If you've listened to any episodes so far, you know that Casey cannot get a phrase right (Useless as a submarine door?) to save her life....
02.07.2020
S3 E12: The Story of Leche GaGa - "Break Some Stuff", Pt. 2
This week, we continue Stephanie's story... Until next time. Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: facebook.com/funeralstories AND join our "Funeral Stories Family" group on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/funeralstoriesfamily/
01.31.2020
S3 E11: The Story of Leche GaGa - "Break Some Stuff", Pt. 1
This week we are joined by Ginny and her friend, Stephanie, for an episode from a completely different perspective. Stephanie is currently fighting cancer (or in her words: Cancer is fighting her). It's fair to say that she has one...
01.25.2020
S3 E10: We Apologize to Cats
On this week's episode, we apologize to cats... We know some of you were a little bummed by our episode on death omens, so we're here this week presenting evidence that cats are pretty dope. Hope you enjoy this heartwarming...
01.10.2020
S3 E9: Stephanie's Story
We're back after a short holiday break. In this episode, Casey's friend and badass aesthetician, Stephanie Weaver King, discusses the ambiguous grief many women experience associated when struggling with infertility. Thanks for sharing your story, Stephanie! And stay tuned for...
12.24.2019
S3 E8: Anthony Bourdain
On this week’s episode, Laura shares her research on the late, great, Anthony Bourdain. We discuss his rise to fame, his global impact, and how the way he lived inspired us personally. Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: facebook.com/funeralstories AND...
12.19.2019
S3 E7: Jesse's Story
On this week’s episode, we sit down with our talented friend (and creator of our podcast art), Jesse, to finally discuss his death curse. How did an episode about so many deaths turns out so funny? It’s all thanks to...
12.12.2019
S3 E6: Listener Stories
Laura and Casey are back to share some amazing listener stories sent in by you! Send your listener stories to [email protected]. Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: facebook.com/funeralstories AND join our "Funeral Stories Family" group on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/funeralstoriesfamily/
11.21.2019
S3 E5: The Story of Laura's Uncle Mike
On this week’s episode, Laura tells the story of her beloved Uncle Mike who died from Hodgkin’s Disease as a result of “Agent Orange”. We also discuss Laura’s research on “Operation Ranch Hand” and what it was like to be...
11.14.2019
S3 E4: The Story of Boudicca
Who is Boudicca? How did she die? Where was she buried? Does she still haunt parts of Britain? How do elephants cross the Thames? Laura & Casey ponder these questions on this week’s episode with a research topic on an...
11.07.2019
S3 E3: Ashley's Story
This week, we share an episode we recorded back in season two when we sat down with Casey's college friend, Ashley, to discuss the wide array of grief associated with watching her father die of early onset Alzheimer's.
11.01.2019
S3 E2: Death Omens
In honor of this spooky time of year, Laura shares her research on omens of death. Meanwhile, Casey develops some new superstitions of her own. Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: https;//www.instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: https://twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: https://facebook.com/funeralstories Contribute to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funeralstories AND join our "Funeral Stories...
11.01.2019
S3 E1: Catching Up with Laura and Casey
Casey and Laura are back for Season 3 of Funeral Stories! They are happy to catch you all up on the live event at the 40 Watt and some of the happy, exciting, and even some not-so-exciting going-ons in their...
08.30.2019
S2 E31: TV Deaths
This week, we are joined again by sister Ginny to discuss some of Casey's most influential TV deaths. Follow us on all the socials: Instagram: instagram.com/funeral_stories Twitter: twitter.com/funeralstories Facebook: facebook.com/funeralstories AND join our "Funeral Stories Family" group on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/funeralstoriesfamily/
08.23.2019
S2 E30: Jace's Story, Pt. 2
In this episode, Jace tells us about an incredibly impactful death of a close friend. This episode is shocking and heart-breaking on so many levels, and makes mention of domestic violence and murder.
08.16.2019
S2 E29: Jace's Story
This week we’re joined by our friend, Jace, to discuss the death of his father and the untimely death of a close friend. Jace and his father's relationship may have been complicated, but Jace managed to find a resolution in...
08.09.2019
S2 - Minisode: Cam's Back & He Wants You To Come Party With Us!
We're so excited to announce that we are giving away a free trip for 2 to Athens for our live podcast event at the historic 40 Watt on 9/27! Listen as Casey tells listener favorite, Cameron, all about the giveaway...
08.09.2019
S2 E28: The Deaths of Harry Potter
This week, Ginny's back with us to dive deep into the world of Harry Potter! Laura has been polling HP-devotees to find out the Top 10 most impactful deaths from the series and the results are in! Join us as...
08.02.2019
S2 E27: Let's Catch Up
Who needs a palate cleanser? Consider this episode a nice sorbet between entrees. There's not much talk about grief, but we do take the time to catch one another up on what we've been up to. Laura talks about her...
07.25.2019
S2 E26: Crystal's Story - "So This Is What Grief Feels Like?"
One day, Laura received a message from Crystal that said, “I was just listening to your podcast and I realized something: What I’m experiencing with my divorce is grief.” Ambiguous grief is just as real as any other grief, but...
07.19.2019
S2 E25: Deaths From Literature
This week we go full on book nerd with a couple of very special guests to discuss impactful deaths from literature! Most books on our list are well over 20 years old, but if you haven't read them-- SPOILER ALERT....
07.10.2019
S2 E24: “The Accidental Episode with Eli”
During a break in recording, Laura & Eli discover they were connected by a mutual person. While investigating this connection, we get to chatting about other things and it led to this unplanned conversation. We hope you enjoy this accidental...
07.06.2019
S2 E23: The Story of Chenobyl, Pt. 2
Laura and Casey wrap up their research on the story of Chernobyl.
07.04.2019
S2 E22: The Story of Chernobyl
Science, history and drunk friends come together for a very interesting chemical reaction (too on the nose?)in this episode of Funeral Stories where Casey shares her research on Chernobyl. She discusses the terrible disaster and how victims that perished due...
06.27.2019
S2 E21: Misty's Story - "Death Is Gonna Happen"
We’re back (again)! On this week’s episode, we introduce Casey’s dear friend Misty! Her friendship helped Casey through some of her darkest days while she was in the depths of her postpartum depression and has continued to help her through...
05.03.2019
S2 E20: Glass Caskets
This week we’re back with Casey's sister, Ginny to discuss the mystery of the glass casket. Why does one desire a glass casket? What’s wrong with wood? Get ready to laugh at the lunacy of pre-depression America and the lengths...
04.19.2019
S2 E19: Casey's Story - "Nothing Gold Can Stay"
In this episode, Casey finally shares her funeral story about one of her most impactful deaths. There are many twists and turns, and grief abounds with this story of how her and her closest friends' lives were turned upside down...
04.12.2019
S2 E18: A Cautionary Tale...
Casey & Laura FINALLY talk Ginny (Casey’s sister) into guesting on an en episode! The hook was that it’s related to true crime... Laura relates a cautionary tale of true crime to a story of her own grief in this...
04.05.2019
S2 E17: Wild West Funerals
This week Casey gets inspired by a documentary about the Wild West (also a dream about Matt Damon and Ben Affleck). Her research includes burial practices of the Wild West and funerals of celebrity outlaws.
03.21.2019
S2 E16: Alaskan Funerals
On this week's episode of Funeral Stories, Laura researches how they bury the dead in Alaska while Casey follows up with the important questions like, "What kind of trees grow in Alaska?". First we go back in time to talk...
03.05.2019
S2 E15: Finding Purpose in Death with Rae
On this week’s episode, we introduce a new guest (and friend), Rae. Though technically new to the funeral industry, her relationship with death goes way back. Rae is definitely an inspiration to anyone out there struggling with a crossroads in...
02.26.2019
S2 E14: Listener Stories
After a short break, we're back with another listener stories episode that will have you laughing, crying and scratching your head. If you'd like to submit your funeral stories, e-mail [email protected] or call 706-431-7009. Follow us on Instagram -- https://instagram.com/funeral_stories Like us...
02.05.2019
S2 E13: Killer Funerals
In this week's episode, Casey takes another crack at a research topic and she dives into the funerals of some of the world's most notorious murderers. Feel free to send any corrections to [email protected] because let's be honest... We're pretty...
01.28.2019
S2 E12: Jennie's Story, Pt. 2
In part 2 of Jennie's story, she tells us a little more about her amazing uncle and the chaos that surrounded his funeral, and she wraps it all up with some pretty profound insight into living and loving yourself. We...
01.21.2019
S2 E11: Jennie's Story, Pt. 1
On this week's episode, we sit down to talk to Jennie Cain! She discusses growing up Cuban-American in Miami, being raised by her amazing grandparents, and a quirky uncle that will steal your heart. Her story is in stark contrast...
01.14.2019
S2 E10: #Khanstration
This week on Funeral Stories, Casey and Laura sit down to record for the first time in 2019. They check in how the holidays went, how the year is going, and Laura surprises Casey with her research on Genghis Khan.
01.07.2019
S2 E9: Dying with Dignity
On this week's episode, we bring back Bob Yohnka to discuss the story of his friend Aaron McQ, an aid-in-dying patient, who bravely shared his story in his last days. Read more here: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/no-one-ever-really-ready-aid-dying-patient-chooses-his-n898941
12.31.2018
S2 E8: Sarcophajuice... It'll f*cking kill you!
This week our husbands are back, and it's not nearly as depressing this time! After the heaviness of Episodes 12 & 13 in Season 1, we wanted to give the men we married a chance to show their funny side....
12.17.2018
S2 E7: Carol's Story, Pt. 2 - "This Story Gets Crazier"
Carol continues her incredible story in part 2.
12.06.2018
S2 E6 Carol's Story, Pt. 1 - "How My Mother Taught Me To Die"
On this very special episode, Laura and Casey are joined by Casey's first family member to share their funeral story. Casey's cousin (or her aunt for all you Southerners out there) shares her incredibly personal, inspiring, colorful and hilarious story...
11.12.2018
S2 E5: Bill & Bob's Excellent Funeral Adventure
The Brothers Yhonka discuss their most Impactful loss -- the death of their father, Dennis Yohnka, and their unique funeral story where they dug their dad's grave... literally.
11.05.2018
S2 E4: Bob's Story: Brought to you BUY Milk Jeans
On this week's episode, we introduce Bob Yohnka, and learn a little bit about his experiences with death and grief. He tells us about his time in Africa and leads us into his story about his dad. We know this...
10.29.2018
S2 E3: Samhain
In this week's episode, we lighten the mood a bit as Laura shares her research on Samhain and some ideas for incorporating ancient customs into your modern Halloween. Correction: Fruit of the Loom... NOT Hanes.
10.24.2018
S2 E2: We're Back! - Pt. 2
The story continues as Casey and Laura continues to catch up in Part 2.
10.23.2018
S2 E1: We're Back! - Pt. 1
In the Season 2 premiere episode, Casey and Laura catch up on what's been going on with them since they last recorded. Who knew so much could happen in three months?
10.19.2018
Season 2 Trailer
Laura and Casey share a little bit about what's coming in season 2, starting October 21st.

What's Funeral Stories about?

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Funeral Stories episodes:

Episode 17 Geology Rocks, Pt. 2

S3 E16: Geology Rocks, Pt. 1

S3 E15: Scott's Story - A Poet That Knows It

S3 E14: Edinburgh Body Snatching

S3 E13: Too Many Shoes in the Kitchen

S3 E12: The Story of Leche GaGa - "Break Some Stuff", Pt. 2

S3 E11: The Story of Leche GaGa - "Break Some Stuff", Pt. 1

S3 E10: We Apologize to Cats

S3 E9: Stephanie's Story

S3 E8: Anthony Bourdain

S3 E7: Jesse's Story

S3 E6: Listener Stories

S3 E5: The Story of Laura's Uncle Mike

S3 E4: The Story of Boudicca

S3 E3: Ashley's Story

S3 E2: Death Omens

S3 E1: Catching Up with Laura and Casey

S2 E31: TV Deaths

S2 E30: Jace's Story, Pt. 2

S2 E29: Jace's Story

S2 - Minisode: Cam's Back & He Wants You To Come Party With Us!

S2 E28: The Deaths of Harry Potter

S2 E27: Let's Catch Up

S2 E26: Crystal's Story - "So This Is What Grief Feels Like?"

S2 E25: Deaths From Literature

S2 E24: “The Accidental Episode with Eli”

S2 E23: The Story of Chenobyl, Pt. 2

S2 E22: The Story of Chernobyl

S2 E21: Misty's Story - "Death Is Gonna Happen"

S2 E20: Glass Caskets

S2 E19: Casey's Story - "Nothing Gold Can Stay"

S2 E18: A Cautionary Tale...

S2 E17: Wild West Funerals

S2 E16: Alaskan Funerals

S2 E15: Finding Purpose in Death with Rae

S2 E14: Listener Stories

S2 E13: Killer Funerals

S2 E12: Jennie's Story, Pt. 2

S2 E11: Jennie's Story, Pt. 1

S2 E10: #Khanstration

S2 E9: Dying with Dignity

S2 E8: Sarcophajuice... It'll f*cking kill you!

S2 E7: Carol's Story, Pt. 2 - "This Story Gets Crazier"

S2 E6 Carol's Story, Pt. 1 - "How My Mother Taught Me To Die"

S2 E5: Bill & Bob's Excellent Funeral Adventure

S2 E4: Bob's Story: Brought to you BUY Milk Jeans

S2 E3: Samhain

S2 E2: We're Back! - Pt. 2

S2 E1: We're Back! - Pt. 1

Season 2 Trailer