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Stronger Together PodcastEpisode 88 - Orthodox Faith: A Legacy of Tradition and FreedomIn this episode, we delve into the rich tapestry of Orthodox traditions and personal faith journeys. Our guest shares their unique story of growing up in Argentina, navigating the challenges of immigration, and finding a spiritual home in the Orthodox Church. We explore the significance of family, community, and the enduring legacy of faith that transcends borders. Join us as we uncover the profound impact of tradition and freedom in shaping one's spiritual path Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church Link: If this is your first time listening to our podcast and would like more...
2025-10-1337 minStronger Together PodcastEpisode 87 - Faith, Funerals, and Finding Strength: A Journey with Pastor PaulineIn this episode of the Stronger Together podcast, join Anne as she sits down with Pastor Pauline Williams, a dedicated Visitation and Seniors Pastor at Bethel Church in Ottawa. Discover Pastor Pauline's inspiring journey from her roots in Jamaica to her impactful ministry in Canada. Listen as she shares her passion for supporting individuals through life's challenges and triumphs, and her unique approach to integrating seniors into the faith community. Whether you're seeking inspiration or insights into faith and community, this episode offers a heartfelt exploration of life's stages and the strength found in togetherness. Tune in and be...
2025-10-1346 minStronger Together PodcastEpisode 84 - Faith, Funerals, and Community: Insights from Father HolcombJoin us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Father Joseph Holcomb, who shares his remarkable journey from Brooklyn to becoming a guiding force at St. Joseph's Seminary. Discover the profound insights he offers on faith, community, and the evolving traditions of the Catholic Church. Father Holcomb's reflections on his 45 years of service, the importance of creating community, and the role of faith in funerals provide a thoughtful exploration of spirituality and leadership. Tune in to learn how his experiences continue to inspire and unite people across generations. If this is your first time listening...
2025-10-131h 02Stronger Together PodcastEpisode 82 - Faith, Family, and Funerals: A Journey of HealingIn this heartfelt episode, we delve into the profound themes of faith, community, and healing as we explore the role of rituals in navigating life's transitions. Join hosts Anne, Bob, Mike, and Peter as they share personal stories and insights on how faith communities come together to support one another through times of grief and loss. Discover the power of shared experiences and the comforting presence of community in finding hope and healing. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that reminds us of the strength we find in unity and the enduring impact of faith in our lives.
2025-10-131h 14Stronger Together PodcastEpisode 80 - Faith and Funerals: A Journey with Margo WhitakerJoin us in this enlightening episode of the Stronger Together podcast as we sit down with Anglican priest Margo Whitaker. Margo shares her unique journey from studying English literature to embracing her calling in the Anglican Church. We delve into her experiences balancing life, faith, and ministry, and explore the rich traditions of the Anglican faith. Whether you're curious about the path to priesthood or the intricacies of Anglican funerals, Margo's insights offer a thoughtful perspective on faith and community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the strength found in unity and shared beliefs. If...
2025-10-1345 minStronger Together PodcastEpisode 78 - Understanding Jewish Customs: A Conversation with Rabbi PolanskiIn this enlightening episode of the Stronger Together Podcast, hosts Anne and Michael delve into the rich tapestry of Jewish traditions with Rabbi Erin Polanski. From the significance of Shabbat to the rituals surrounding funerals and mourning, Rabbi Polanski shares her insights and experiences, offering a profound understanding of how faith and community play pivotal roles in Jewish life. Join us as we explore the intersection of tradition, spirituality, and modernity in this thought-provoking conversation. Tune in to discover how these timeless practices continue to shape and support Jewish communities today. If this is your first time...
2025-10-121h 21Stronger Together PodcastEpisode 83 - Continuing Vision: Education and Innovation in Funeral Service In this episode of the Stronger Together podcast, hosts Anne and Michael welcome Jeff Holcomb and Allys Warland, two distinguished professionals in the funeral service industry. Jeff shares his journey from aspiring priest to a dedicated funeral director, while Elise discusses her path as a first-generation funeral service professional. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of funeral services, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of maintaining a work-life balance in a demanding profession. Tune in for an insightful conversation about community, compassion, and the future of funeral services. If this is your first time listening to o...
2025-10-121h 10Stronger Together PodcastEpisode 89 - Navigating Life's Challenges: A Personal Journey In this powerful episode, we delve into the transformative journey of overcoming addiction and embracing recovery. Our guest shares their personal story of battling depression, substance abuse, and the pivotal moments that led to a path of healing and self-discovery. Through candid conversations, we explore the challenges faced, the support systems that made a difference, and the newfound purpose that emerged from adversity. Join us as we uncover insights on mental health, resilience, and the courage it takes to rebuild a life filled with hope and meaning. If this is your first time listening to our podcast and would l...
2025-10-121h 30Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 86On This weeks episode we have the pleasure of sittiing down with Nick McCarthy. Nick is the Director of Marketing, Communications and Community Outreach for Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa Ontario. Listen as Nick tells us what lead him to working at the cemetery and the other programs he works with. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professionals peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Beechwood Cemetery Link Hosts: Ann...
2025-08-181h 13Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 85On This weeks Episode we welcome back Todd Reinholt to the show. Todd is a Funeral Celebrant a Grief Recovery Specialist a Licensed Funeral Director and Grief and Funeral Service Educator from Edmonton Alberts. This time around Todd shares two personal updates. More information regarding Todd can be found at www.toddcelebrant.com If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professionals peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Stronger Together with Anne And Michael-Episode 61 ...
2025-08-111h 16Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 81On This weeks episode, Robyn Stillar joins our hosts to share with us her journey that brought her to the decision to pursue a career in funeral service. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professionals peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company Ltd...
2025-05-051h 19Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 79Joél Simone Maldonado, affectionately known as The Grave Woman, brings over a decade of groundbreaking expertise and innovation to the fields of end-of-life, death and grief care. As a sacred grief care practitioner, licensed funeral director and embalmer, award-winning educator and speaker, Joél is dedicated to empowering professionals, organizations and governmental agencies to create and implement culturally sensitive protocols and inclusive practices that honor diverse cultures and traditions. She serves on the Board of Directors for Compassion & Choices, is the co-chair of the organizations DEIB committee and volunteers with the African American Leadership Council and is the host...
2025-04-0758 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 77On this Episode we welcome back Kate McMaster and Darren Denomme from The Ontario Association of Cemetery and Funeral Professionals. Listen as they reminds us what got them in to the Funeral industry and what the OACFP has been doing since their first visit to the show. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Pr...
2025-03-101h 11Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 76On this weeks episode, Anne and Mike have the pleasure of speaking with former CFL player and WWF wrestler Glen Kulka. Listen as he shares his life story of addiction and recovery. If you would like to know more about Glen please feel free to go to his Wikipedia page https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Kulka If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: A...
2025-02-241h 24Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 75If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company LTD. They have been providing Worl Wide coverage in both English and Japanese for the last seven years. Funeral Support Services Company LTD. contains the costs so you cab pas those savings on to your families.
2025-02-101h 06Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 74 On this week's episode, Anne and Michael have the pleasure of speaking with Andrée Leduc, MACP, a former police officer. Listen as Andrée tells her story of healing and transformation from being a police officer to being a trama-informed psychotherapist with The Lighthouse counselling and psychotherapy in Kempville Ontario.A super expensive Iceland Iceland is green and Greenland is ice If this is your first time listening to us and you would like more information about Funeral Professionals Peer Support, or you would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www...
2025-01-271h 15Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 73On this the first Episode of 2025, our hosts sit down and look at this past year and reflect on their memorable past guests. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company LTD. They have been providing Worl Wide coverage in both English and Japanese fo...
2025-01-0855 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 72One the last reguIar show to 2024 Mike and Anne have the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Rick Bilcowski. Rick entered Funeral Service later in life and during his time has made great strides in the industry educating and supporting Funeral program studdents to insure that they succeed from his home base in the Province of Manitoba. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: A...
2024-12-231h 14Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 71On this weeks Episode Our Hosts sit down and speak with Rick Goodwin on the topic of Male sexual abuse. Rick is a Psychotherapist with Men & Healing WWW.menandhealing.ca He has spent his career treating men who have suffered such abuse. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Important: These are the numbers that were mentioned at the end on the recording National Mental Health Hot...
2024-12-101h 00Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 70In this weeks Episode Anne and Michael speak with Ted Rigby a small town Funeral Diretor who moved to the big city and more importantly a good friend of our entire Team. Sit Back an enjoy the humorous interactions. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral S...
2024-11-211h 13Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 69On This weeks episode Anne and Michael speak with Regan Moreland a Funeral Director, Partner & Digital Marketing Manager at Continuing Vision. Regan's story is uplifting and inspiring. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company LTD. They have been providing Worl Wide cov...
2024-10-291h 28Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 68On this Episode our Hosts have the pleasure of speaking with Dwight Thompson A Registered Social Worker, Bereavement Trauma Specialist and former Funeral Director. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company LTD. They have been providing Worl Wide coverage in both Eng...
2024-10-271h 08Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 67On This weeks Episode Annie and Mike get to sit down over Zoom and speak with Andrea Greig from Annapolis Valley Nova Scotia Canada. Andrea has had multiple jobs based around the funeral industry. Most notable she is a Funeral Director Author and most recently she has started a Podcast called Death Talk Canada. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell...
2024-10-071h 20Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 66On this weeks episode Anne speak with our first returning guest, Janet Gwilliam-Wright. Janet and Anne both lost a parent at a young age. Listen as they talk about their personal grief journey. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com For more information on the Motherlove Project please visit www.motherloveproject.com For more information about Bloomwell please visit www.growwithbloomwell.com Here...
2024-09-1853 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 65This week anne and Michael speak with Greg Tokessy who lost his son at early age while playing baseball due to an irregular heart beat. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel Please Consider Contacting Funeral Support Services Company LTD. They have been providing Worl Wide coverage in...
2024-09-0956 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 64This weeks episode our team will be discusing the viral Obituary out of Florida. If are not aware of this Obituary, don't worry Micheal starts the discusion reading the Obituary. We hope you will enjoy the discusion and if you would like to voice your opinion please reach out to us. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon
2024-08-2246 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 63This week we at The Stronger Together Podcast have the pleasure of having Matt Wren The Mayor of Brockville Ontario as our guest. Matt has spent the majority of his working life serving the people of Brockville as a Funeral Director, City Councillor and now as Mayor. If you would like to learn more about the City of Brockville please visit their Website at www.brockville.com If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please c...
2024-08-071h 17Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 61On this weeks episode Michael has the unbelievable pleasure of speaking with Todd Reinholt from Edmonton Alberta. Todd is a Funeral Celebrant a Grief Recovery Specialist a Licensed Funeral Director and Grief and Funeral Service Educator. This episode is full of amazing insight you won't be disappointed. More information regarding Todd can be found at www.toddcelebrant.com If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts:...
2024-07-301h 10Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 62This week we are joined by Funeral Director, co-host of Underetaking the podast and Funeral Profesional Peer Suport Board Member Brian Waters. Our hosts have been looking forward to recording this episode and you will enjoy listening to it. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-07-301h 01Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 60On this episode our team speaks with a Funeral Director an important person in Michael's life more importantly a friend. This week we speak with Joy Bellefontaine. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Joy Bellefontaine is a Canadian woman living in Prague, in the Czech Republic. Currently working as a director of business systems ata large Swiss Pharmaceutical company (Novartis). Joy has a long and varied career, weaving together p...
2024-07-181h 19Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 59This week is a reunion for Michael and Peter. On this episode our team gets to Interview Karen White. Michael and Peter worked with Karen when she was their office support, their office den mother. Karen started out her work life as a hairdresser and then moved into funeral service in a support role, after countlees years in that possition she went back to school and this year graduated as a funeral director herself at the age of 61. you will definitely enjoy this episode, it's full of memories humor and reflection. If this is your first time...
2024-07-0853 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 58On this Episode Michael Speakes Rob Hoey Founder and President of Funeral Support Services. Rob is a funeral director who moved to Japan from Canada and eventually started his company that has turned into what it is today, Japan's leading repatriation service. Funeral Support Services is our proud sponsor. If you would like more information regarding Rob's company their email address is funeralsupport.co.jp If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.fun...
2024-07-021h 04Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 57On this weeks episode Anne and Michael have the pleasure of interviewing Brad Jones. Brad is President of Ridley Funeral Home in Etobicoke Ontario, host of his own podcast called Life's Undertaking Podcast and has served his community in many volunteer roles. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-06-281h 06Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 56On Episode 56 we welcome back our producer Peter and our co-host Anne. For the past several weeks Pete and Anne took the time they needed to reset after the death of Pete's Dad. So this week we honour Ralson Jaekel The Husband, the Father, the Grandfather and Greatgrandfather and lastly role model. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon...
2024-06-1855 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 55This week Michael speakes with Rae Ann White Duck and Charlotte Smith who both work for the Madahoki Farm www.madahoki.ca LIsten as they tell us of their roles and the joy they derive from it. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-05-291h 13Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 54On Episode 54 this week Michael speakes with Margaret Brierley and Marissa Valillancourt our co-facilitators for the Student Peer Support Meeting put on by FPPS. During the interview Michael delves into both Margaret and Maissa early up bringing and what lead them to Funeral Service and the work they do with the support meetings. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dix...
2024-05-201h 02Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together With Anne and Michael - Episode 53On Episode 53 Michael get to speak with Rikki Ash the granddaughter of Rabbi Reuven Bulka and author of Canada's Rabbi. Rabbi Bulka lead an extrodinary life and during this episode Michael and Rikkik discuss the book and the life of a man that meant so much to so many. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon
2024-05-1450 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 52On this weeks episode Micheal gets to speak with a gentlemen that he looks up to for many years. Ryan Forsyth is in radio promotions, an award winning speaker, he suffers from mental health issues ad because of this he is an advocate for mental health. If this is your first time listening to us and would like more information about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: P...
2024-05-091h 19Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 51 This week, Anne and Michael conversation about the headline grabing funeral industry horor stories coming out of the State Colorado from a Canadian perspective.If this is your first time listening to us and would like to know more about funeral professional peer support or would like to financially support the work at FPPS please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-04-0956 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 50 Wow we are at 50 episodes and we are loooking forward to the next 50. On this weeks epesode we have the Jennifer Muldowney better known as the Glam Reaper. we at the podcast have been looking forward to this episode ever since we had word that Jennifer was going to be with us. We were not disappointed and neither will you. After listening to the episode If you would like more information about Jennifer she can be found on all social media platforms or at her website www.theglamreaper.com. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2024-03-1256 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 49 On this episode Mike has the pleasure of interviewing John Heckbert who is the Executive Director for Operation Come Home ( operationcomehome.ca ) an organizaton that provides resources for homeless youth in the CITY OF OTTAW. If you would like information regarding funeral peer support please reach out to us at www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-02-271h 09Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 48 Our two guests for this weeks episode are no strangers to FPPS If you are familiar with our PEER SUPPORT ONLINE MEETINGS you will no doubt remember Dr. Sara Murphy and Tim Mcloone supporters and advocates for the LGBTQ+ members in the funeral service profession. On March 13, 2024 FPPS will be holding a webinar featuring Dr. Sara and Tim where they will be holding a workshop. If you would more information regarding funeral peer support or the upcoming webinar series please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: ...
2024-02-1559 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 47 On This weeks episode Anne and Michael have the pleasure of interviewing a trail blazer for FPPS and this podcast our original host and friend Christina Walton. Christina is the President of Children's Grief Foundation of Canada, She is also a Licensed Funeral Director since 1988 and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2005. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-01-291h 09Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 46 On tonights episode Michael speaks with a long time friend and mentor JIm Perkins. JIm is not only lead Pastor at Almont Baptist Church but founder of the Capital City Condors hockey teams for those who are unable to play on anyother hockey team due to a cognative and/or physical disability.For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer: Peter Jaekel
2024-01-2259 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 45Please join Anne, Michael and Peter for their final episode of 2023, where they talk about the holiday season what it means for and too them. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-12-201h 02Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 44On this episode Michael speaks with Janet Gwilliam-Wright. janet has fifteen years experience leading large organizational change and working on complex policy issues. A leader in the grief and loss space. Janet founded the Motherlove Project, a global platform for motherless daughters. Janet received her Master of Arts and Public Administration from Queen's University. She and her Partner Meghan live in Ottawa with there two daughters. For more information on the Motherlove Project feel free to contact www.motherloveproject.com If you would like to know more about Bloomwell please visit www.growwithbloomwell.com F...
2023-12-111h 08Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 43This weeks episode is part two of our pets loss series. Tonight we are speaking with Audrey Cottle Gardner From Virginia, Audrey has worked in pet medicine and currently now a cremation manager and mortuary student. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-12-071h 08Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 42 The importane of friendship is more important than ever these days. On this weeks episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Randy Simmons who has been friends with our producer for over 12 years, they met while working together for a firm out of Florida. The night of this weeks recording was the first time they have seen each other in close to seven years. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts, Anne Caldwell and Michael Dixon Executive Producer, Peter Jaekel
2023-11-2147 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 41Why is it when a celebrity or someone we have never met dies. why does it affect us the way it does. this week on episode 41 Anne and Mike discuse just that.. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com IN MEMORY OF MATTHEW PERRY 1969-2023
2023-11-0652 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 40On this weeks episode Michael and Pete discuse the topic of pet loss. Both Mike and Pete have experienced pet loss in the last few months this is the start of several planed episodes that will discuss the topics from different angles. Please watch out for these episodes as they are published . For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-10-2446 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 39On this weeks episode (39) Michael and Pete talk about the importance of taking time off from work to relax and unwind.. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer, Peter Jaekel
2023-10-1730 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast With Anne and Michael - Episode 38On this weeks episode Anne interviews our Executive Producer, Peter Jaekel. For 5 years Peter traveled North America as a service technician for the leading manufacture of cremation equipment, Peter will recount his time of the road and how it affected him personally and mentally. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer, Peter Jaekel
2023-10-0324 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 37On weeks episode of our Podcast Anne and Michael talk what FPPS has been up to over the summer, the conventions we have attended and what we as a group got out of them individually and as a whole. Executive Producer - Peter Jaekel Co-Host - Anne Caldwell Co-Host Michael Dixon
2023-09-251h 00Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Anne and Michael - Episode 36This weeks episode of Stronger Together Podcast features an intoductory conversation with our new hosts Anne and Michael. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com Hosts: Anne Caldwell Michael Dixon Executive Producer, Peter Jaekel
2023-09-1845 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 35Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 35 Features and enlightened conversation withour special guest, Chief Coroner for Ontario Dr. Dirk Huyer. For more information regarding funeral peer support our website is www.funeralpeersupport.com Dr. Dirk Huyer MD In March 2014, Dr. Dirk Huyer was appointed Chief Coroner for Ontario. Dr. Huyer received his medical degree from the University of Toronto in 1986. He has served as a coroner in Ontario since 1992 and served as Regional Supervising Coroner for the Regions of Peel and Halton, as well as...
2023-06-3024 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 34Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 34 Features and conversation with. Kate McMaster and Darren Denomme from the Ontario Assoiation of Cemetery & Funeral Professionals. If you would likle more information regarding funeral peer support please contact us at www.funeralpeersupport.com Kate McMaster is a Certified Human Resources Professional with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and a Diploma in Funeral Services Education. She has over 25 years of experience in the bereavement sector, as well as in education and professional development. Kate is currently the EducationCoordinator for the Ontario Association of Cemetery & F...
2023-06-2737 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 33Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 33 Features and conversation with. Kari the Mortian (Kari Northey). If you would like to know more about her she can be found Facebook, You Tube, Instagram and on her own website www.karithemortian.For more information regaurding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-06-1442 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 31Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 31 Features and conversation with. Sam Hodges President of Church Initiative and author of Griefshare. For more information regarding griefshare or for a location near you contact them at griefshare.org. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-05-1615 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast With Christina Walton - Episode 30Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 30 Features and conversation with. Lisa Desjarlais. Lisa is The Communications Platoon Supervisor with Halton Police Service. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-05-0131 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 29Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 29 Features and conversation with Michael Dixon, Born in Winnipeg, raise in Ottawa Michael has been in the Funeral Profession for over 30 years. Michael has dedicated his life to creating awarness abot MentalHealth issues. After being diagnosed with PTSD and depression, he along with other caring people formed Funeral Professionals Peer Support providing mental health peer support to people in our profession. As a victim of childhood sexual abuse and Trauma Michael works tirelessly as a voice for people who don't feel they have one. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact...
2023-04-1754 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 28Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 28 Features and conversation with. Cassandra Holmes, Cassandra is a Funeral Director and grief counselor. For more information regarding funeral peer support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-04-0333 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 27Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 27 features an informative conversation with Bari Tessler, M.A. is a Financial Therapist and Founder of The Art of Money, a year-long money school for lay folkes and a 4-month Mentor program for therapists, coaches and financial professionals. Bari trained as a Somatic Therapist and received her Masters degree from Naropa University in 1998. She then ran a bookkeeping business for therapists and artists. In 2001, she merged all her training and created a Somatic-based Financial Therapy methodology that she has been teaching for 20+ years. Bari is the Author of The Art of Money: A...
2023-03-2135 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 26Stronger Together Podcast with Christinan Walton. Episode 26 features an in depth conversation with Jon Jaekel. John is the enior staff Development Officer with Alberta Health Services EMS. For more information regarding funeral peer support please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-03-1337 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 25Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 25 features a conversation with our guest John Evans. John has been a Funeral Director for 35 years and a crematorium owner for 10 years. John also started the Cremation Operators Facebook group. For more information regarding funeral peer support please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-03-0628 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 24Stronger Together with Christian Walton Episode 24 features a heartfelt interview with Robert Davis out of Edmond Oklahoma. Robert is the owner of Family Trade Services and founder of Nation Wide Removal Techs Facebook page with 3.5 k members at pressent. For more information please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-02-2729 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 23Stronger Together with Christina Walton. Episode 23 features a conversation with Medical Exercise Specialist and Retired pro athlete Ernie Shramayr wwwerniefitnessworld.com. For more information please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-02-1346 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 22Stronger Together with Christina Walton. Episode 22 features a converstaion with Anne Caldwell and Peter Jaekel. A couple who serves the city of Ottawa together doing removal work. For more information please contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2023-02-061h 04Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 21Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 21 features a conversation with guest Elizabeth Manley who is a Canadian Oylmic Silver Medalist; Order of Canada Recipient; Mental Health Leader and Advocate; and Executive Life Coach~ www.lifecoachmanley88.com. for more information regarding funeral Peer Support contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-12-0637 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 20Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 20 features a conversation with Guess Tom Kelly, Certified Peer Mentor, Peer Support Canada. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-11-2830 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 19Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 19 features a conversation with guest Petite Ng'ang'a, Funeral Peer Support in Kenya. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-11-2120 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 18Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 18 features a conversation with guest Lynne Atkinson, Funeral Director with D&B, Ancaster; and Community Theater Actress. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-11-1420 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast With Christina Walton - Episode 17Stronger Together with Christina Walton. Episode 17 features a conversation with guest Lisa Smith. Lis is a Fueral Director, Instructor in the Funeral and Applied Health Services at the Nova Scotia Community College and Education and Wellness Director at FPPS. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-11-0726 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast With Christina Walton - Episode 16Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 16 features a conversation with guest Kim Zavrotney who is program Director with FPPS USA. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-10-2732 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 15Stronger Together with Christina Walton. Episode 15 Features a conversation with guests Kim Ritchie and Andrea Brown who are with McMaster Research for Funeral Professionals. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-10-2719 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 14Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 14 features a conversation with guest Derrick McEachern who is a Registered Therap[ist in Nova Scotia. For more information contact www.funeralpeersupport.com
2022-10-1035 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 13Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 13 features a conversation with guest Steff Doucette - Funeral Director, and 911 Operator. For more information contact funeralpeersupport.com
2022-09-2732 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton- Episode 12Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 12 features a conversation with guest Shyla Stiles on the topic of Mental Health and Funeral School. For mor information contact: funeralpeersupport.com
2022-09-1329 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 11Dylan Black Radio Host with Boom 99.7, & Humanitarian
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Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton - Episode 3Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 3 features a great conversation with special guest: Sandra Sunnucks from Smith's Funeral Homes Hamilton. For more information please visit: funeralpeersupport.com
2022-06-2022 minStronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton Episode 2Stronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 2 features a second part to a great conversation with special guest: Michael Dixon. For more information please visit: funeralpeersupport.com
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Stronger Together PodcastStronger Together Podcast with Christina WaltonStronger Together Podcast with Christina Walton. Episode 1 features special guest: Michael Dixon. For more information please visit: funeralpeersupport.com
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