Amanda Kelly (AWAKE Ashes) - The Hidden Harm of Human Ashes

from Story Behind the Stone · host Memory Anchor

Traditional cremation leaves behind more than memories — it leaves behind toxic, fossil-like remains.This week we sit down with Amanda Kelly, co-founder of AWAKE, to talk about the quiet revolution in cremation — one rooted in science, soil, and sustainability.🌱 Learn about:The rise of cremation: 60%+ in the U.S. (up from 3% in 1960!)Why traditional ashes don’t biodegradeThe why behind AWAKE’s soil scienceWhat veterans and families are asking for in green burials

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