Episode 158: Driving a Hearse Through Life with Jon Goddi

In this fascinating and unforgettable episode of Randomness with Heath and Josh, the guys sit down with Jon Goddi to explore a life spent embracing the unusual, the historical, and the deeply meaningful. Jon shares what it was like growing up in a family that owned a funeral home and mortuary business, and how being surrounded by death care from an early age helped shape his outlook on life and career.

The conversation follows Jon's journey into photography, from family portraits, shadow cast photography, and artistic implied nudes to his current passion for drone photography. Heath and Josh then dive into Jon's unique oddities business, where he and his wife buy and sell an incredible assortment of items including animal skeletons, antique human bones, vintage caskets, preserved insects, and other rare curiosities. Jon also discusses his dedication to cemetery preservation, the importance of protecting historic burial sites, and his work as a certified death doula, helping individuals and families navigate the end-of-life process with compassion and dignity. To top it all off, Jon shares stories from the road about his hearse enthusiast group, where he and fellow hearse owners travel together and celebrate their shared appreciation for these iconic vehicles. It's a captivating conversation full of history, art, mystery, and a unique perspective on life and death.

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