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What really happens behind the scenes in funeral service—and what does the next generation of professionals want you to understand?

In this powerful episode of As The Hearse Turns, hosts Chris Boggs and Katharine Wagner-Elfner sit down with Brelan Holston, a rising voice in the funeral profession, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it means to serve families today.

From navigating the realities of grief to breaking down misconceptions about the funeral industry, Brelean brings a fresh perspective that challenges outdated narratives while reinforcing the core values that define this profession—compassion, integrity, and purpose.

Together, we dive into:

• What led Brelean into funeral service and the passion behind the calling
• The emotional and mental realities of caring for families at their most vulnerable
• Misconceptions about funeral directors—and the truth the public deserves to hear
• How the next generation is shaping the future of death care
• Why transparency matters now more than ever

This episode is raw, real, and exactly the kind of conversation the public needs—not just the version they’re used to hearing.

🎧 Whether you're in the profession, have experienced loss, or simply want to better understand what happens behind closed doors… this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Just a Friday night conversation with Katharine and Chris your friendly neighborhood funeral directors!

🎙️ As The Hearse Turns – March 12 Episode

What really happens inside the funeral profession?

In this episode of As The Hearse Turns, Chris Boggs and Katharine Wagner-Elfner sit down with three funeral directors from across Pennsylvania for a raw, honest conversation about death care.

From behind-the-scenes realities of funeral service to the myths and misconceptions people have about the profession, nothing is off limits.

No scripts. No filters. Just real talk from the people who serve families every single day.

If you've ever wondered what funeral directors actually experience, this episode pulls back the curtain.

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