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EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 27 MIN

Planning Meaningful Farewells: A Conversation with Jennifer Muldowney

from Friends from Wild Places · host Shireen Botha/Tanya Scotece ft Jennifer Muldowney

Jennifer Muldowney shares her fascinating journey from party planner in Ireland to funeral celebrant and author dividing her time between New York and Florida. Her innovative approach bridges celebration and mourning, helping families create meaningful memorials while acknowledging grief.Jennifer MuldowneyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermuldowney/• Born and raised in Ireland before moving to Washington DC then returning home to establish her funeral planning business• Faced challenges as a young woman entering the traditionally male-dominated funeral industry• Balances celebration of life with necessary acknowledgment of grief in her memorial services• Works collaboratively with funeral directors rather than competing with them• Expanded from New York to Florida to serve clients with connections to both locations• Published her first book in just two months, writing between 10pm and 4am• Delivered a TEDx talk about her unique perspective on grief and memorials• Primarily grows her business through word-of-mouth referrals after clients witness her approach• Creates ceremonies ranging from intimate 14-person gatherings to events with 700 attendees• Emphasizes that everyone grieves differently: "Twins don't grieve the same"Join us as we support Rescue Life this month!Send us Fan MailBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEShireen's Bookkeeping Services LLCOutsourcing your bookkeeping to Shireen’s Bookkeeping Services can save you time and money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showStay Wild!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@friendsfromwildplacesWebsite: https://friendsfromwildplaces.buzzsprout.com/Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-from-wild-places/id1619076023Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFWP_podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/friendsfromwildplacespodcastLeave a review!

Jennifer Muldowney shares her fascinating journey from party planner in Ireland to funeral celebrant and author dividing her time between New York and Florida. Her innovative approach bridges celebration and mourning, helping families create meaningful memorials while acknowledging grief. Jennifer Muldowney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennif...

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