The Final Curtain Never Closes
By Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez
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The National Museum of Funeral History presents The Final Curtain Never Closes, a podcast that tells the stories about the people behind our final rite of passage.
This series is part of the museum's larger mission to build and maintain a love of history and enriched understanding of our industry.
Virtual tours are available 24/7, but we'd love to see you in person. Plan your visit at www.nmfh.org.
And remember, any day above ground is a good one!
| Episode | Date |
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A Tribute to NMFH Founder Robert L. Waltrip
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May 19, 2026 |
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How Our Smallest Coin Shaped American History
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May 05, 2026 |
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Born Without Arms, He Outlived Doctors' Expectations
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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The Many Faces of Grief and a New Tool for Healing
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Making CENTS of Funerary Customs
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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What Happens to Implants After Cremation: The Truth About Metal Recycling
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Haunting Stories of the Museum's Hometown
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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When a QR Code Tells a Life Story
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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The Role of Crematoriums in Metal Recycling and Conservation
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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Gathering, Grief, and the Life Box: How to Have Hard Conversations at the Table
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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Unlocking the Secrets of Egyptian Mummification
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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How Grief Transforms Us: Exploring Global Funeral Traditions
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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Beyond Fame: What Dead Celebrities Teach Us About Living Well
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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Remembering the Dead: Family, Rituals, and the Importance of Talking About Death
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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A Tragic Loss That Sparked a Seatbelt Safety Movement: The Story of Kailee Mills
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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Beyond the Veil: Death, Grief, and Meaning
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Hearses, Heels, and Heart: Adventures of a Third-Generation Funeral Woman
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Exploring Bonds Beyond the Grave
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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How Horror Stories Help Us Understand Death
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Echoes of Loss: The Impact of a Friend's Death
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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A Veterinarian’s Guide to Pet Loss and Healing
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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He has One of the Largest Urn Collections in the World
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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The Art of Cemetery Landscaping
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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Navigating Grief in the Digital Age
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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Understanding Digital Legacy: How to Prepare for the Inevitable
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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This Episode will Change the Way You View Cremation
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May 20, 2025 |
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Transforming Cremation Containers with Eco-Friendly Designs
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May 06, 2025 |
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The Most Famous Burial of All-Time
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Modern Technology Meets Ancient Artifact: The Shroud of Turin
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Educating the Next Generation of Funeral Directors
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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The Evolution of Funeral Services: From Cemeteries to Comprehensive Care
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Mar 04, 2025 |
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A History of Funeral Traditions for U.S. Presidents
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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The Role of Crematoriums in Metal Recycling and Conservation
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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The Art of Caring for the Departed: Insights from Hayley Campbell
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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Breaking the Silence: A Conversation on Death and Crime
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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Honoring Our Fallen Veterans This Holiday Season
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Haunted Highways and Sacred Grounds: Exploring Texas's Eerie Landscapes
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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The Importance of Wills and Estate Planning
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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How Near-Death Experiences Shape Our Purpose and Empathy
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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Whispers of Butterflies: Messages from Heaven
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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Historical Perspectives on Final Rites
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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Born Without Arms, He Outlived Doctors' Expectations
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Jul 02, 2024 |
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Unlocking the Secrets of Egyptian Mummification
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Jun 04, 2024 |
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Navigating Grief in the Digital Age
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May 07, 2024 |
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Exploring Bonds Beyond the Grave
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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Making CENTS of Funerary Customs
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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A History of Funeral Traditions for U.S. Presidents
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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Echoes of Loss: The Impact of a Friend's Death
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Jan 02, 2024 |
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Honoring Our Fallen Veterans This Holiday Season
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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How NMFH Celebrates Dia de los Muertos Every Day
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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Haunting Stories of the Museum's Hometown
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Oct 03, 2023 |
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Mourning Those Lost on 9/11
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Sep 05, 2023 |
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Your Final Days aren't Just About You
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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What it Takes to Become a Funeral Director
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Jul 04, 2023 |
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All the Living and the Dead, a Conversation with Author Hayley Campbell
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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BONUS EPISODE: A Tribute to Robert L. Waltrip
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May 16, 2023 |
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The Most Famous Burial of All-Time
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May 02, 2023 |
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He has One of the Largest Urn Collections in the World
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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This Episode will Change the Way You View Cremation
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Mar 07, 2023 |
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The Final Curtain Never Closes, an Introduction to The National Museum of Funeral History
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Feb 07, 2023 |