The Funeral Fix Podcast
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
The Funeral Fix Podcast
Behind the Curtain: Operational Logistics & Professional Partnerships
Episode 6: Behind the Curtain – Operational Logistics & Professional Partnerships
What families see at a funeral is only half the story. Behind every calm, seamless service is a world of quiet coordination, strong relationships, and quick thinking.
In this episode of The Funeral Fix Podcast, Oliver Thomson and Yaz Trollope pull back the curtain on what really makes a funeral run smoothly. They explore the logistics, teamwork, and behind-the-scenes professionalism that turn chaos into calm — and why being “great to work with” matters as much as compassion itself.
In this conversation, we cover:
• Building trust and respect with celebrants, clergy, and suppliers
• How great communication prevents last-minute disasters
• The art of being invisible on the day — and why that’s powerful
• Coordinating venues, timing, and transport with precision
• What strong professional networks mean for families and your sanity
Whether you’re new to funeral work or a seasoned professional, this episode is packed with stories, insights, and practical wisdom to help you lead every farewell with calm and confidence.
🎧 Listen now and subscribe to The Funeral Fix Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
Produced by: Oscar McCrann
Hosts: Oliver Thomson & Yaz Trollope
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