Funeral punks
A new wave of end of life rituals is emerging across northern England
The Documentary Podcast · BBC World Service
March 17, 202027m 33s
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Show Notes
A new wave of end of life rituals is emerging across northern England. As funeral costs increase, the influence of the traditional undertaker is declining. Communities are building pyramids containing their dead loved one's ashes and a growing number of people are choosing to organise their own bespoke events.