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450. How to Be Better at Death

Freakonomics Radio

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Breaking Barriers in the Cremation Industry

This chapter explores the challenges faced by women in the cremation industry and highlights one individual's journey breaking through gender barriers. The narrator shares personal experiences, reflections on mortality, and the societal fears surrounding death while contrasting their approach with critiques of the industry. The discussion also delves into the cultural influences shaping American perceptions of death and the psychological implications of funeral practices.

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