6 Feet Ahead Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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6 Feet Ahead Podcast

Oscar Guerrero

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/29d. Total Eps: 9

6 Feet Ahead is a podcast for funeral home owners and directors who want to grow their business and stay ahead of the curve. Each episode features real conversations with experts in funeral service, marketing, and technology. We cover what’s working right now from getting more calls to making better use of digital tools. If you run a funeral home and want practical tips to serve more families and grow your business, this channel is for you. ＞ New episodes every month ＞ Easy-to-follow advice ＞ Real stories from real professionals Subscribe to stay one step (or six feet) ahead!

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Episode 9: Why Mental Health Needs to Be a Funeral Industry Priority with Michael Dixon

Episode 9

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 • Duration 27:41

In this powerful episode of Six Feet Ahead, host Oscar Guerrero welcomes Michael Dixon, founder of Funeral Professionals Peer Support. With over 30 years in the funeral profession, Michael opens up about his personal battles with trauma, anxiety, addiction, and burnout—experiences that led him to build a global peer support network for funeral service professionals.

Together, they explore:

Why burnout and emotional isolation are so common in funeral homes
How peer support can serve as the first line of mental health care
The stigma that still surrounds mental illness in the industry
The role of leadership in creating safer, healthier work environments
How delayed trauma can surface long after the service is over

This is not just a conversation—it is a call for change. If you are involved in funeral service, or care about the people who are, this is an episode you need to hear.

📞 Want to reach Michael? Visit www.funeralspeersupport.com 📩 Email: info@funeralspeersupport.com 📱 Call: 343-961-2470

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Episode 8: From Navy to Noteworthy: Kevin Greisiger on Leadership, Legacy & Innovation in Funeral Service

Episode 8

Monday, July 28, 2025 • Duration 27:35

🎙️In this episode of Six Feet Ahead, Oscar sits down with Kevin Greisiger 🇺🇸⚓ — a seasoned leader with nearly 30 years in the funeral and cemetery industry.

Kevin opens up about his journey from the U.S. Navy to becoming a top performer in pre-need sales and consulting. They dive into the evolving challenges funeral homes face today — from unmemorialized cremains 🏞️ to going digital 💻 — and what it really takes to lead in this space.

🔥 Inside the episode: • Lessons from military service & how they shape leadership 🎖️ • What separates successful pre-need programs from the rest 📈 • How to build and retain a strong team 👥 • Leveraging AI & forward-thinking strategy to stay ahead 🤖 • Why relationships still matter more than ever 🤝

🎧 Ready to grow, lead, and innovate? Tune in now.

🔗 funeralmarketingpros.com/linktree for all episodes + free resources!

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Episode 7: How Antoni Green Is Modernizing Funeral Service with Tech and Insight

Episode 7

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 • Duration 35:00

In this episode of the Six Feet Ahead podcast we sit down with Antonio Green licensed funeral director embalmer and general manager at James H Cole Home for Funerals in Detroit

Antonio is a nationally recognized leader in the funeral profession named one of Diversity MBA’s top 100 under 50 and Funeral Director of the Year by the 100 Black Men of Funeral Service

He shares how he revitalized a century old family funeral home by embracing new technology modernizing communication and helping his team grow both professionally and personally

We discuss how Antonio uses AI tools to improve operations write content and evaluate business performance as well as why texting and transparency are essential for connecting with today’s families

Antonio also opens up about the importance of mental health boundaries and leadership in an industry that demands so much from its professionals

If you are looking to modernize your funeral home lead with impact and better serve your community this episode is a must listen

Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more marketing tips tailored to funeral homes More about us our free resources and our webinars https://funeralmarketingpros.com/linktree

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Episode 6: From Living in a Funeral Home to Leading Texas Funeral Directors with John Goobeck

Episode 6

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 • Duration 46:06

In this episode of the Six Feet Ahead podcast we sit down with John Goobeck President of the Texas Funeral Directors Association and a respected leader in the funeral profession

John shares how his unexpected journey began as a pre dental student working part time at a funeral home and how that experience led to a 38 year career in funeral service including serving as Vice President of Operations at one of Texas largest independent funeral homes

We explore the future of the profession the rising demand for cremation how funeral homes can better educate families and the importance of adapting to changing expectations from modern consumers

John also shares leadership insights community involvement ideas and why he believes funeral professionals must think beyond tradition to truly serve families today

If you are in the funeral profession or supporting the deathcare industry this episode is filled with wisdom real stories and practical takeaways

Listen now and discover what it really means to lead with purpose in today funeral industry

Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more marketing tips tailored to funeral homes

More about us our free resources and our webinars https://funeralmarketingpros.com/linktree

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Episode 5: Jordanna Ibghy – Green Burials and Mycelium in the Funeral Industry

Episode 5

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 • Duration 21:52

In this insightful episode, Oscar talks with Jordanna Ibe, the founder of Urth Ritual, about a revolutionary approach to burial and urn products made from mycelium. Jordanna discusses the journey from architecture to creating a sustainable solution for end-of-life care. She shares how a green burial system can help reduce environmental impact while offering families a meaningful way to return to the earth.

Topics covered in this episode:

The importance of reconnecting with nature and the green burial movement
The role of rituals in the grieving process and burial practices
Challenges in changing the way people think about death and burial
How the funeral industry can support sustainability and eco-friendly options

Tune in to hear how Urth Ritual is working to bring a poetic, natural way of life to the death care industry.

🌿 Learn More: www.urthritual.com 📩 Contact: info@urthritual.com

#GreenFuneral #MyceliumCoffins #EcoBurial #FuneralIndustryRevolution #SustainableEndOfLifeCare

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Episode 4: Reimagining Funeral Service - How Lanae Strovers Is Making the Industry More Human

Episode 4

Friday, June 6, 2025 • Duration 37:43

In this episode of Six Feet Ahead, Oscar Guerrero speaks with Lanae Strovers, funeral director, lead NFDA Arranger Training instructor, and founder of The Final Salute. A first-generation funeral professional with a bold vision, Lanae shares how a deeply personal loss led her into the profession—and how she's been transforming it ever since.

From turning funeral homes into baseball fields to organizing services for unclaimed veterans, Lanae brings innovation, empathy, and creativity into every part of her work. We explore how she handles burnout, inspires the next generation of funeral directors, and why every family deserves a service that truly honors their loved one.

This one is packed with insight, heart, and a fresh perspective on what funeral service can and should look like.

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Episode 3: How Joe Pray Is Redefining Funerals With Imagination, Community, and Legacy

Episode 3

Thursday, May 22, 2025 • Duration 30:11

In this episode, we sit down with Joseph “Joe” Pray, a fifth-generation funeral director from Charlotte, Michigan, who has been leading Pray Funeral Home with a powerful blend of tradition and creativity.

With over 40 years in the profession, Joe shares how he became a self-described “creationeer,” helping families celebrate life in personal and unforgettable ways—from theatrical funerals and purple caskets to Star Trek-themed services and flyovers. He also discusses the role of grief, the importance of community involvement, how technology (including AI) is changing funeral service, and what it means to carry forward a 100-year family legacy.

Whether you are in the funeral industry, navigating grief, or just curious about how end-of-life experiences are evolving—this conversation will give you fresh perspective.

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Episode 2: Jennifer Lares on Military Service, Funeral Education & the Future of Deathcare

Episode 2

Friday, April 25, 2025 • Duration 41:05

In this episode of Six Feet Ahead, Oscar Guerrero sits down with Jennifer Lares—licensed funeral director, U.S. Navy veteran, and founder of Mulling Mortician. From her service in mortuary affairs to starting a consulting firm dedicated to training the next generation of funeral professionals, Jennifer brings unmatched experience and heart to the table.

We dive deep into what funeral homes are getting wrong (and right), how military precision shaped her approach, the staffing crisis, upcoming industry shifts, and why education—not just for funeral directors, but for the public—matters now more than ever.

If you’re ready to hear from someone who’s seen it all and is building what comes next, this one’s for you.

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Episode 1: Digital Strategies & AI Insights for Funeral Homes with Landon Bickley of Tukios

Episode 1

Friday, April 25, 2025 • Duration 59:01

In this episode of 6 Feet Ahead, we’re joined by Landon Bickley, VP of Customer Experience at Tukios, a leading funeral home tech provider. With experience helping over 900 funeral homes modernize their websites, Landon breaks down what it really takes to thrive in today’s digital-first world.

You’ll learn:

How to overcome resistance to tech adoption
The #1 mistake funeral homes make with domain ownership
Creative ways to turn satisfied families into raving fans
Tools to simplify operations, sales, and customer communication
The power of photos, obituaries, and video storytelling
How AI and online arrangers are shaping the future of deathcare

If you're looking to grow your funeral home’s presence, build trust with Gen X families, and future-proof your operations—this one’s for you.

🔗 Learn more at tukios.com

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