33 - MORBID: A World Tour of Funerary Practices

Episode Summary

In this episode of Beyond the Unknown, Joli and Quinn explore fascinating funeral and burial customs from around the world. Starting with the familiar traditions of Canadian funerals, they take listeners on a journey to discover unique practices such as Madagascar's lively "Turning of the Bones" festival, the ancient hanging coffins of Sagada in the Philippines, Tibetan sky burials, and the intricate skull burial rituals of Kiribati. They also touch on Papua New Guinea's endocannibalism and the vibrant fantasy caskets of Ghana. Join them as they uncover the diversity and universal themes in how different cultures honor their dead.

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