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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 48 MIN

Reconstruction and horrific trauma in the mortuary

from Are You Dying To Know? · host Are you dying to know?

In this podcast mortician/embalmer Tracy describes some of the most horrific cases she has seen during her 15-year long career in the mortuary, explaining the measures she went to in order to make the deceased viewable for the family wherever possible and alternative ways to give the family a final goodbye when viewing is not advised.She also talks about her own traumatic experience when, following the sudden accidental death of her mother, she was denied the chance to say her own goodbyes. It's the reason she does what she does and while not every family of every deceased person will want or need a viewing, Tracy believes that those who do, should be given every chance at making a final connection with their person - even if they are unable to see the body because the trauma and injuries are too great.This episode is confronting and not for everyone so please exercise your own listening discretion.Thanks for joining us. Don't forget to check out our YouTube channel and send any questions to us via email.Til next time, stay safe,T&T xxWatch us:YouTube: (48) Are you dying to know? - YouTubeContact us:insta: @are_you_dying_to_knowemail: [email protected]:This video contains graphic material that may disturb some viewers. It is not suitable for children. Viewer discretion is advised.The views, thoughts, explanations and opinions expressed in this video belong solely to the presenters Tracy & Trish and not necessarily to their employers, organisation,  or other groups or individuals.

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In this podcast mortician/embalmer Tracy describes some of the most horrific cases she has seen during her 15-year long career in the mortuary, explaining the measures she went to in order to make the deceased viewable for the family wherever possible and alternative ways to give the family a final goodbye when viewing is not advised. She also talks about her own traumatic experience when, following the sudden accidental death of her mother, she was denied the chance to say her own goodbyes. ...

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