The Repast Podcast
Welcome to The Repast Podcast — where tradition meets transparency. Hosted by the Cole family of James H. Cole Home for Funerals in Detroit, we take you behind the scenes of one of the oldest Black-owned funeral homes in the country. With stories full of heart, heritage, and humor, we explore what it really means to care for a community in its most vulnerable moments. From wild funeral requests to honest conversations about grief, legacy, and love, no topic is off-limits. Subscribe for weekly episodes, and join us as we honor 100+ years of family, culture, and life after loss. About the Legacy James H. Cole has been serving families in Detroit for over 100 years. Follow Us: Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole Website: www.jameshcole.com Disclaimer The Repast Podcast may include detailed discussions about death, the human body after death, and medical processes that may be sensitive or disturbing to some listeners/viewers. Our goal is to educate and inform with respect and care. We encourage listener/viewer discretion, especially for younger audiences or those who may find these topics emotionally challenging. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0eLSg5t1FCdRWafUu_12voyD-_0N65sB
Episodes
Laughter is healing—and in this unforgettable episode, the Cole family cracks open the vault of wild, weird, and downright hilarious stories from behind the scenes of the funeral home. From song selections to spooky tales, Undertaker Outtakes reveals what happens when life and death collide in the most unexpected ways.
Featuring Rev. Jake Gaines and Will Crawley, this one is full of surprises, chuckles, and “did-that-really-happen?...
Funeral directors carry more than caskets—they carry emotional weight. In Part 1 of Ashes & Empathy, the Cole family shares how they manage grief while supporting others, and the real-life coping strategies behind the scenes.
Hosts/Guests: Karla Cole Green, Brice Green, Antonio Green, Dr. Rose Moten
Contact: Dr. Rose Moten – www.drrosemoten.com
Part 2 dives into the chaos of the COVID era and how it affected emotional support efforts and the impact of high-profile deaths. It’s a look at grief, leadership, and humanity in the funeral profession.
Hosts/Guests: Karla Cole Green, Brice Green, Antonio Green, Dr. Rose Moten
Contact: Dr. Rose Moten – www.drrosemoten.com
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From unexpected costs to long-term planning, this two-part episode explores the financial realities of funerals. In Part 1, the Cole family breaks down what really goes into the price tag—including surprise expenses, pre-planning strategies, and the myths around funeral costs. In Part 2, we go deeper into estate planning, wills, and how money matters shape a family’s legacy long after the service ends.
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From unexpected costs to long-term planning, this two-part episode explores the financial realities of funerals. In Part 1, the Cole family breaks down what really goes into the price tag—including surprise expenses, pre-planning strategies, and the myths around funeral costs. In Part 2, we go deeper into estate planning, wills, and how money matters shape a family’s legacy long after the service ends
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A special two-part series that takes a deep dive into one
of the most fascinating—and often misunderstood—aspects of death care: What
actually happens to the body after someone dies from the funeral director and medical examiner perspectives.
Hosts/Guests: Brice Green, India Ramsey-Scott, LaTasha Davidson, Wallace Williams
Follow Us:
Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole
Website: www.jameshcole.com
Disclaimer
The Repast Podca...
A special two-part series that takes a deep dive into one
of the most fascinating—and often misunderstood—aspects of death care: What
actually happens to the body after someone dies from the funeral director and medical examiner perspectives.
Hosts/Guests: Brice Green, India Ramsey-Scott, LaTasha Davidson, Wallace Williams
Follow Us:
Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole
Website: www.jameshcole.com
Disclaimer
The Repast ...
Welcome to The Repast Podcast — where tradition meets transparency. Hosted by the Cole family of James H. Cole Home for Funerals in Detroit, we take you behind the scenes of one of the oldest Black-owned funeral homes in the country.
With stories full of heart, heritage, and humor, we explore what it really means to care for a community in its most vulnerable moments. From wild funeral requests to honest conversations about grief, ...
Go behind the scenes with the Cole family as they reflect on growing up in a funeral home, the business passed down through generations, and day to day life inside the funeral home.
Hosts/Guests: Karla Cole Green, Brice Green, Antonio Green, India Ramsey-Scott
Follow Us:
Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole
Website: www.jameshcole.com
Disclaimer
The Repast Podcast may include detailed discussions about death, the human body...
Go behind the scenes with the Cole family as they reflect on growing up in a funeral home, the business passed down through generations, and day to day life inside the funeral home.
Hosts/Guests: Karla Cole Green, Brice Green, Antonio Green, India Ramsey-Scott
Follow Us:
Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole
Website: www.jameshcole.com
Disclaimer
The Repast Podcast may include detailed discussions about death, the human body ...
This episode dives into the unique and sometimes interesting ways families personalize homegoing celebrations to reflect the spirit, style, and stories of their loved ones.
Hosts/Guests: Brice Green, India Ramsey-Scott, William Crawley, Terrell “Bubz” Payne
Contact: Terrell “Bubz” Payne – Instagram: @bubz_ragz2richez
Follow Us:
Instagram: @repastpodcast @jameshcole
Website: www.jameshcole.com
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