Rest Assured: The Funeral Profession Podcast

Rest Assured: Chris Miller Returns

On this episode, Chris Miller from Thomas Miller Mortuary & Crematory in Corona, California, returns to the show for a conversation about media depictions of funeral directors. From movies to TV and beyond, Justin and Chris explore what the media gets right about the profession, where depictions become misleading, and how funeral directors can shape the narrative around their work. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Kim Hunter

On the latest episode of Rest Assured, Justin is joined by OGR President Kim Hunter from Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles-Newbigging Chapel in Toronto, Canada. Kim and Justin discuss a variety of topics related to independent funeral service, including cremation trends, networking, working with high-notoriety clientele, the value of independence, and much more. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Theresa Thielen

On another new episode of Rest Assured, Justin is joined by Theresa Thielen from Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory in Dubuque, Iowa for a conversation about community involvement, professional development, and how funeral directors can position themselves as leaders in their community. Theresa also talks about her career in the funeral profession, what funeral directors can learn from customer service experts, and more. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Adam Guthrie

In the 2026 season premiere of Rest Assured, Justin is joined by Adam Guthrie from Huff-Guthrie Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Adam and Justin talk about how funeral homes can organize community events and how events have changed Adam's strategy as a funeral home owner. The conversation also covers the value of networking and much more. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Aiyanna Rivera

In the season finale episode of Rest Assured, Justin is joined by Aiyanna Rivera from Pollock-Randall Funeral Home in Port Huron, Michigan. In a wide-ranging conversation, Aiyanna discusses the humanization of funeral service, working in a funeral home as a young professional, her passion for organ/tissue donation, and much more! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Chris Miller

In the latest episode of Rest Assured, OGR Past President Chris Miller from Thomas Miller Mortuary & Crematory in Corona, CA, joins Justin for a deep dive into funeral home marketing. Justin and Chris discuss how marketing for funeral homes has changed, how to make your funeral home stand out, and the importance of engaging with your community both inside and out of the funeral home. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

Rest Assured: Bettina Jose

On a special international episode of Rest Assured, Justin is joined by Bettina Jose, a licensed funeral director from Arlington Memorial Chapels & Crematory in Quezon City, Manila, Philippines. In a wide-ranging conversation, Bettina talks about the next generation of funeral directors, the funeral culture in the Philippines, mental health in the funeral profession, and much more! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Peter Urban, Jr.

In this week's episode of Rest Assured, Peter Urban, Jr. from Urban Funeral Home in Ambler, PA joins the show. Peter is a licensed funeral director and embalmer, and his conversation with Justin covers his embalming experience, his passion for Future Leader development and much more! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Evan J. Strong

In the latest episode of Rest Assured, OGR Past President Evan J. Strong from Evan J. Strong Funeral Services in Calgary, Alberta joins the show to talk about all things independent funeral service. Evan and Justin discuss the value of staying independent, the latest trends they are noticing in the profession, Evan's cremation services, and much more! Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 

Rest Assured: Jamie Wieting Part 2

In part 2 of our conversation with Jamie Wieting, Justin and Jamie discuss the question of whether "To Crematory or Not to Crematory?" They dive into Jamie's experience of offering cremations in her funeral home and share their opinions on the opportunities and costs associated with making that investment.