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EPISODE · Jan 10, 2026 · 22 MIN

What Happens When a Wedding Planner Enters the Funeral Industry?

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

Jennifer Muldowney, internationally recognized as "The Glam Reaper," brings a fresh perspective to modern memorial planning through deeply personal, culturally inclusive, and environmentally conscious end-of-life experiences. Her journey from wedding planner to funeral celebrant began after losing two young friends, inspiring her to reimagine how we commemorate lives.Jennifer MuldowneyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemorialsEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermuldowney/• Founder of Muldowney Memorials, working in the funeral space for over 16 years• Describes herself as "a wedding planner but for funerals" and "the best friend you never wanted to need"• Nicknamed "The Glam Reaper" by British media, embraces the moniker for public speaking while maintaining a more gentle approach with grieving families• TEDx speaker known for her talk "Grief as unique as your heartbeat"• Transitioned from wedding planning after questioning traditional funeral practices when an atheist friend received a standard church service• Balances a compassionate, space-holding approach with families alongside her more dynamic public persona• Featured by major media outlets including the BBC, Fox News, and The Guardian• Bridges generational and cultural gaps in funeral services through empathy, innovation, and designJoin us as we support Rescue Life this month!Check out https://www.shireensbookkeeping.com for personalized bookkeeping solutions that keep your finances organized while you focus on what matters most.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, internationally recognized as "The Glam Reaper," brings a fresh perspective to modern memorial planning through deeply personal, culturally inclusive, and environmentally conscious end-of-life experiences. Her journey from wedding planner to funeral celebrant began after losing two young friends, inspiring her to reimagine how we commemorate lives. Jennifer Muldowney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGlamReaperMuldowneyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/muldowneymemori...

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