In this episode of Six Feet Chat, we're joined by the incredible Shannon Smith Hodge, a licensed funeral director and owner of Grace Memorial Chapel and Funeral Home in Inglewood, California. Known online as @MrsMortuary, Shannon shares her inspiring journey into the funeral profession, what it’s like running her own funeral home, and the truths behind life—and death—in the business.

We talk about:

- How she got started in the industry

- Mortuary schools in California like American River College and Cypress College

- What it takes to truly serve grieving families

- The deep love she has for this calling

- Plus - we dive into the shocking Houston Embalmer scandal, where a licensed embalmer is accused of mutilating a deceased registered sex offender.

Whether you’re curious about a career in death care or just want a peek behind the scenes, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Host Shantá Woods introduces the podcast and what listeners can expect.