About this episode
The episode discusses modern mummification practices with members of the Summum religious philosophy.
Modern mummification is very rare but very possible. The members of the Summum religious philosophy have a plan and procedure in place for members of their group who have already signed up for it. Ben talks with two licensed funeral directors, Bernie Aua and Ron Temu who have been members of of Summum since its beginnings. Please remember to rate and review the show! Email me with your questions bschmidt@frigidfluid.com Visit Summum's website Follow Ben @TheFuneralcast Shop our selection of embalming fluids and prep room equipment
People in this episode
Host: Ben Schmidt
Guests: Bernie Aua, Ron Temu
Topics covered
- modern mummification
- Summum
- funeral practices
- religious philosophy
- funeral directors
Keywords
- mummification
- funeral directors
- Summum
- funeral practices
- religion
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Summum
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