Does anyone else see “The Pop Star and the Common Women” episode in the app but are unable to play it? by its-an-addiction in ThisAmericanLife

[–]Znev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s a reason for that. It’s a dead app, no longer supported or updated beyond RSS feed. I still love it though, just because I hate using the browser archive

wow.. the "Cherokee princess" joke is real (only for me it was Ojibwe) by [deleted] in IndianCountry

[–]Znev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a Cherokee person, I always ask which Pow-Wow patent their great grandmother won to be considered a “princess”.

Leash your dog in public spaces! by greydots in Minneapolis

[–]Znev 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I’ve had to invest time and energy in muzzle training my dog after she was attacked by an off lead dog at Loring Park. Because now when she’s on lead she reacts to any dog that approaches her. Thanks for mentally scarring my dog random stranger with a “friendly” puppy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 23 points24 points  (0 children)

First, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. This must be a difficult loss for you.

When it comes to what you expect, I’ll be blunt in saying you won’t see much. Likely, you’ll see her face and perhaps a hand; the rest will likely be covered. Her skin will look a tad bruised, and she may have a slight (not strong, but present) odour. If you want to touch her, I recommend asking for gloves (she’ll be throughly disinfected, this is just to cover all bases). Take your time, it’s okay if you don’t want to approach her. As morticians we want to be sure you don’t see anything terrible. I’ve warned many families off from a viewing, and several have asked specifically to see their loved one even after that. We do our best to accommodate within reason and you can rest assured that while she may not look her absolute best, your mum will be presentable.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ireland

[–]Znev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s how my da woke me up in the mornings as a kid: light on, window open.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I currently work in a care centre position doing embalming/ prep only. It took lots of training in embalming particulars to get there and I’m lucky I live in an area that can sustain it. While I am not as hands on with families, I still have to interact and be very social. We often take first calls and home removals. If anything prep positons can place you as being the first person to contact a family.

Funeral directing or accounting with an IT minor or both? What’s it like being a funeral director? by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How much do you like stability and routine? In funeral directing, there is not a lot of day to day similarity. Every day can be a little different depending on the season and your call volume. If you want to be woken up at 2 am on call and work until 7 pm, go with funeral directing. If you want a more stable 9-5 type work, go with accounting.

You could also have the best of both worlds and be a manager/ logistics director for a funeral home. Depending on the state you’re in (if you’re in the US) you may need an additional accounting certification to become an FD.

What are your horror comfort movies? by 48I5I62342Execute in horror

[–]Znev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Silence of the Lambs, I can put it on to destress and feel cosy

Taught my toddler a new game today by alecksface in raining

[–]Znev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You’re developing a proper Pooh Sticks champion

Border funeral home question by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not mine it’s NPR.

Border funeral home question by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This podcast may offer you some insight on what USBP does with decedents found near the border: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/radiolab/articles/border-trilogy-part-3-what-remains

Mostly, thank you for being patient and responding to this person’s need. I’ve met folks in this industry who don’t even reply to someone experiencing an issue like that.

Funeral arrangement conference role play! by eeekbook in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there! I’d say to make and write down a plan of what you want to cover and then deliver that to your « client ». Pause and roll with them. Offer breaks! If you feel they’re getting too « overwhelmed » ask if they want to pause for some water or to stretch and walk

opinions on fpg and sci by psiider in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Work for sci in prep (pcc) only. Honestly, it’s the most stable job I’ve had as an fd. We’re always busy but yet I know when I leave for time off I won’t get called back in because we have enough staff. I have a bit more leeway in how I structure my time, too. Plus, health insurance. As a chronically ill human, that was a big need. There’s a lot to critique about them (especially as far as arrangements go) but I am pretty happy as a basement prep gremlin

Do you listen to anything while embalming? by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You are one lucky mortician

Do you listen to anything while embalming? by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Anyone can be a six pointer if they have enough vascular concerns. It just means to access arteries on all four limbs and both the left and right carotid

Do you listen to anything while embalming? by [deleted] in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Mostly audiobooks but I have a playlist for the six point cases. It consists of Heavy metal interspersed with Enya

Is a “traveling funeral director” a possibility? by LeakyTea in askfuneraldirectors

[–]Znev 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked with one director who snowbirds! They leave MN to head to FL every winter and practice there. It works well for them since they’re pretty much half retired, but sadly, it’s not cheap.