Sep 21, 202630 minS2
Most people will work with a funeral director at some point in their lives, but few of us know what the job is really like.In this episode, we chat with Allyse Worland, a first-generation funeral director, embalmer...
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Dying to Know More
Hosted by Ashley Haugen · society · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Let's start at the end. No one talks about death, and yet it's something we're all going to do at some point. I'm dying to know more about all facets of death , so that's why I launched the podcast. From death doulas to casket companies to grief experts to industry disruptors and so much more, we're talking about it all!And tune in for the new DTKM Minis, bite-sized episodes that dive into various related topics and give a high-level yet meaningful view in five minutes or less.
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What is Dying to Know More about?
Let's start at the end. No one talks about death, and yet it's something we're all going to do at some point. I'm dying to know more about all facets of death, so that's why I launched the podcast. From death doulas to casket companies to grief experts to industry disruptors and so much more, we're talking about it all!
Who hosts Dying to Know More?
Dying to Know More is hosted by Ashley Haugen. The show has published 29 episodes to date.
What has Dying to Know More covered recently?
Recent episodes include "What Funeral Directors Wish You Knew About Death, Grief, and Their Work" (21 September 2026, 30 minutes), "Author Mindy Merrell Dishes on the The Dark Side of Biscuit and Cornbread Culture" (9 September 2026, 30 minutes), and "Dan the Funeral Man on Going Viral, Funeral Myths, and Putting the Fun in Funeral" (18 July 2026, 23 minutes).
How often does Dying to Know More publish?
Dying to Know More publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 29 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Dying to Know More?
Booking probability for Dying to Know More is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Dying to Know More requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Dying to Know More's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Dying to Know More?
The strongest fits for Dying to Know More are Funeral Services. Dying to Know More has a society audience.
About the host
Ashley Haugen hosts Dying to Know More, a society podcast with 29 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 9, 202630 minS2
In this episode of Dying to Know More, I welcome cookbook author, "Chopped" winner and culinary historian Mindy Merrell to explore the surprising, forgotten links between Southern staples, public health, and...
- Jul 18, 202623 minS2
If you've spent any time on TikTok or Instagram lately, there's a good chance you've come across Dan the Funeral Man strutting down a short red carpet with an urn in hand. What started as a creative way to talk about...
- Jun 29, 202634 minS2
What if the most environmentally friendly thing you ever do happens after you die?In this episode of Dying to Know More, we talk with HK Lee, founder of Aeon Woods Conservation Cemetery, about her mission to create the...
- Jun 14, 202630 minS2
Seventy percent of Americans have no estate plan at all, but according to estate planning attorney Jill Mastroianni, the biggest mistake isn't having the wrong documents. It's assuming everyone needs the same plan.In...
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Episode #11
What the Dying Teach Us About Living
Apr 25, 202638 minS2<p>What can people facing the end of life teach the rest of us about living right now? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Dying to Know More, palliative care chaplain Cody Hufstedler shares what he’s learned from...
- Apr 12, 202636 minS2
<p>What happens when grief hits all at once, and how do you survive it? In this episode of Dying to Know More, author Samantha Rose shares the raw, disorienting reality of losing her mother to suicide and the unexpected...
- Feb 21, 202632 minS2
<p>Growing up in a funeral home is more than just a "fun fact," it can provide a life-altering perspective on how to live. Growing up in her family's third-generation funeral home taught Katie Radel so many beautiful...
Episode #3
A Guide to Caregiving, End-of-Life Planning and Navigating the "Sunset Stage" with Ebony Leary
Feb 11, 202629 minS2<p>In this episode of Dying to Know More, we welcome Ebony Leary, founder of My Sunset Doula. As a former hospice nurse and current death doula and end-of-life planning professional, Ebony demystifies the caregiving...
- Feb 2, 202621 minS2
<p>Death is universal, but the way we are treated in death isn't always equal. On this episode of Dying to Know More, death and grief doula Lauren Seeley explains death literacy, specifically for the LGBTQ+, trans, and...
- Jan 26, 202635 minS2
<p>"He was the meanest man on earth." Alice Sullivan doesn't hold back in this episode as she recounts the moment she found out her abusive father had passed away—and why she and her siblings toasted with margaritas.But...
Dec 2, 202540 minS1<p>In this deeply moving conversation, Melanie Ezell shares her experience living with stage 4 ovarian cancer since 2022 while raising her 5-year-old son Velzy. </p><p>A former yoga instructor, surfer, and athlete with...
- Nov 26, 202527 minS0
<p>Captain Steve Ferdinando never imagined he'd be scattering ashes at sea for a living. But after 20 years in the fleet lease business, a simple request from a friend changed everything and led him to found...
Episode #14
The Funeral Registry That's Changing How We Support Grieving Families | GiveWillow.com Founders
Nov 24, 202535 minS1<p>When Janet Turkula lost her father at 21, she and her siblings faced an impossible situation: planning a funeral they couldn't afford while trying to grieve. Years later, when a friend's family faced the same...
- Nov 12, 202532 minS1
<p>When Becky Robinson lost both her parents within three years, she discovered the overwhelming chaos of settling an estate, even when her parents had planned ahead. From death certificates to "ghost cars" titled to...
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What No One Tells You About Wills, Trusts, and What Happens to Your Stuff When You Die
Nov 4, 202536 minS0<p>In this episode, we talk with estate planning attorney Will Ha of William Ha Law. He shares his keen insights on what a trust is and does, the hassles of probate, determining guardianship, advanced directives and so...
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What Being a Deputy Coroner is Really Like: Clair Valeriano Tells All
Nov 4, 202536 minS0<p>On this episode of Dying to Know More, Deputy Coroner Clair Valeriano shares what it's really like to work the scene of a death, her favorite part of her job, and details you may be surprised to find out. Find out...
Episode #1
Kristin Scaglione on Anticipatory Grief
Oct 30, 202526 minS1<p>We are launching our podcast with our first episode focused on anticipatory grief. We talked with Kristin Scaglione, whose husband Mike passed away on March 1, 2025, after an 18-month battle with lung cancer. She...
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Lisa Pahl, Founder & CEO of The Death Deck
Oct 30, 202533 minS0<p>Lisa Pahl is a hospice and emergency medicine social worker. It is through her work that she also became the co-founder and CEO of The Death Deck, a lively game that sparks conversation around death and dying as well...
- Oct 30, 202526 minS1
<p>In this episode, Gwen Taylor, a mom and therapist, shares her personal journey of experiencing fear of death after the tragic and traumatic loss of her mother. Her insights into psychology and mental health offer...
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