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4 Women and a Funeral
Sponsored by Funeral Women Lead -
4 Women and a Funeral is a bold new podcast exploring the real experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women in the funeral and deathcare profession. Each episode invites listeners into candid conversations about leadership, purpose, gender dynamics, grief, and the evolving future of the profession.
Hosted by four trailblazing women with deep roots in funeral service Lisa Baue, Ellen Wynn McBrayer, Melissa Posey Loose, and Alicia Carr, this podcast brings a powerful mix of experience, insight, and heart to the table. Together, they have led businesses, trained professionals, challenged industry norms, and mentored the next generation, all while staying grounded in their shared commitment to serve families and support each other.
This is not another industry podcast focused on business as usual. It is a space for truth telling, connection, and empowerment. From navigating bias and burnout to building legacy and leading with compassion, 4 Women and a Funeral offers honest insights and a fresh perspective for professionals who care deeply about the work they do.
If you are ready to hear what others are not saying, this podcast is for you.
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4 Women and a Funeral
A Legacy of Leadership with Christine Pepper
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In this Women’s History Month episode of 4 Women and a Funeral, the hosts sit down with Christine Pepper, CEO of the National Funeral Directors Association, to reflect on an extraordinary 40-year career in funeral service leadership.
Christine shares what it was like stepping into the profession when women’s leadership was nearly invisible, how she navigated early challenges, and why confidence, mentorship, and resilience still matter so much for the next generation of women entering funeral service today.
The conversation explores how the profession has changed, where progress still needs to happen, and why women must stop waiting until they feel “ready” to step into leadership.
It is an honest and insightful discussion about growth, legacy, and the responsibility all funeral professionals carry in shaping the future of this profession.
Have a topic or question for the show? Email us at info@funeralwomenlead.org!
