Death, Grief, and the Woman Behind Funeral Babe

In this episode of WE ROCK, Austin and Tony sit down with Melissa Schmidt, better known as Funeral Babe, for an honest conversation about funeral service, grief, social media, and the changing face of the death-care profession.

Melissa shares her journey into the funeral industry, the story behind Funeral Babe, and how she uses humor, personality, and authenticity to make difficult conversations about death feel more approachable. The discussion also explores public misconceptions about funeral professionals, the emotional demands of the work, and the importance of bringing humanity into an industry that is often misunderstood.

This episode offers a candid look at the person behind the Funeral Babe brand and the future of connecting with families in a more open, relatable way.