Passare Podcasts

Shift #32: Hamburgers, blog writing, and Tom Anderson

Written by Passare | May 14, 2026 12:00:04 PM

 

Tom Anderson joins the podcast🎙️

What happens when one of the most trusted voices in funeral service joins the crew?

Tom Anderson shares his journey in the profession and the inspiration behind starting a daily publication.

The guys cover everything from economic realities and permanent memorialization options to changing family expectations.

Expect a few hard truths, some hot takes, and plenty of reasons to be excited about where funeral service is headed next.

 

About Tom Anderson:

Tom Anderson is the CEO and Editor of Funeral Director Daily, a widely read news source dedicated to straightforward reporting on the funeral care profession. Drawing on more than 35 years as a successful funeral director, Tom provides clear, practical insights into the business of death care. Read more at https://funeraldirectordaily.com/.

 

 

About the podcast:

The Graveyard Shift is a podcast by Passare and features:

  • Todd Carlson, Chief Sales Officer at Directors Investment Group
  • Matt Bailey from Bailey Family Funeral Homes in Connecticut 
  • Gary Freytag from Spring Grove in Ohio 
  • Jimmy Lucas from Lucas Funerals and Cremations in Texas 

Have feedback? Share it with us at TheGraveyardShift@passare.com.

 

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