July 17, 2025

Episode 241 - Death and Dying 101 with Ryan Seidemann - Round 3

Join the dynamic trio—Jennie, Dianne, and Ryan Seidemann—for the third chapter of the “Death and Dying 101” series! This episode dives into global memorials, uncovering cultural quirks and mysteries. Are catacombs serene sanctuaries or lively public spaces? Unravel the Victorian dread of premature burial and the coffin bells that chimed in the night. Explore the collision of burial and cremation in our global village. Delve into the Ordinary Extraordinary Tibetan tradition of letting nature reclaim the body. Learn how enslavement shaped African burial customs across the Americas. All this and more on this latest episode of The Ordinary Extraordinary Cemetery podcast!

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To learn more about the 19 who were returned to be honored by their descendants, check out the following links: 

1. https://www.dillard.edu/about/honoring-the-nineteen/

2. https://vimeo.com/event/5154230 

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