Does This Make My Ash Look Big?
"Does This Make My Ash Look Big?" is a lighthearted and comical podcast where hosts explore all things cremation and post-mortem wishes with a twist. Occasionally special guests join in on the fun to share their unique and often funny thoughts on where they'd like their ashes spread, while diving into random topics from body and organ donation to dating, outdoor activities, and favorite travel destinations. With plenty of humor, personal stories, and a weekly unanswerable question, this podcast is a quirky and fun way to rethink how we approach life... and death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Episodes
Taxider-Me Maybe
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, Bailey and Chelsea dive into the delightfully dark and oddly relatable. The two uncover why human taxidermy is off-limits (no matter how artistic your vision), brainstorm how to turn crema…
Mile High Cremation Club
It’s episode 13, and things are getting spooky... and slightly unhinged. We kick things off with the logistics (and potential mishaps) of scattering ashes from a plane; what could go wrong? Then it's Frame It or Flame It, where we deliver o…
Running on Ash and Sass (feat. Morgan)
This week, Bailey’s not riding solo, Morgan jumps in as guest co-host while Chelsea takes a well earned vacation! Things get steamy as the duo talks about sending ashes on one last wild ride; straight through a steam train’s firebox and out…
Cremains and Cozy Sweaters
In this week’s episode, we get arty with ashes; diving into the world of cremation art, from glass blown memorials to paintings that literally contain your loved one. Then we play a fiery round of “Frame It or Flame It,” deciding which crea…
Stars, Ash, and Dating Trash
In this episode, we kick things off with a fiery discussion, literally, about celebrity cremation wishes. From the outrageous to the oddly sentimental, we break down some of the most unexpected last requests from the stars. Then, things tak…
Ashes Not Included
In this episode, we kick things off with a dive into the bizarre and unsettling world of cremation crimes; yep, it's a thing. From shady funeral homes to stolen teeth, we unpack some of the strangest true stories from the ashes. Then we piv…
Ashholes In The Wild
In this week’s chaotic-but-charming adventure, your unhinged hosts, Bailey and Chelsea, leave the studio and hit the coast! We head to Islesford to interview the delightful Richard about sea burials, maritime traditions, and the history beh…
Shoot It All To Hell
Your unhinged hosts are back and fully off the rails. We start with a wild dive into the world of cremation and ammunition—yes, you can turn ashes into bullets—and then abruptly pivot to more pressing matters: the logistics of being on the …
One Small Step for Man, One Giant Yeet for My Urn
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we blast off into the world of space burial; yep, launching your ashes into orbit like a final mic drop. We talk about the companies that’ll shoot your remains into the stars, the cost of …
Heavenly Birthdays and Fiery Goodbyes
It’s America’s birthday week, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how; with a brief history of cremation, a deep dive into the strange world of Facebook birthday wishes, and maybe a hot dog or two…or not? Do you still post on walls l…
He Scattered Grandma's Ashes at Coachella.....Major Irk, Part 2
In this continuation of last week’s episode, we dive back into the world of icks and red flags; the little things people do that make us run away. We discuss oddly specific turn-offs and unpack the things that either give us life or send us…
He Scattered Grandma's Ashes at Coachella.....Major Ick
We kick things off with ashes and authority, diving into where you definitely shouldn’t scatter cremains (no matter how good the view is). From Disney rides to protected lands, we talk about the strange, strict, and sometimes surprising rul…
Ashholes with Poles
In this reel-y special episode, we welcome Chelsea’s brother James to the pod! We dive into the bizarre world of turning cremains into fish food and bait—because why not haunt the lake and the bass? We swap fish stories, talk about the ethi…
Gushers, Tamagotchis, and Tattooing Cremains
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we’re diving deep into two things that leave a lasting impression—90s nostalgia and permanent body art made from cremains. We talk about the rising trend of tattooing a loved one’s ashes i…
Slapshots and Sudsy Send-Offs
In this episode, we bring Mom and Dad in to lace up our skates and slide into a conversation about hockey husbands, water cremation, and the oddly specific logistics of post-mortem wishes. What happens when you want your ashes spread on a m…
We're Harvesting Brains and Cutting Our Arms Off
This week on Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we chat about the harrowing brain harvesting operation in Bucksport, Maine, and why did it stop at brains?Then, things take a dramatic turn as we discuss the very real possibility of losing our …
Shamrocks, Shenanigans, and Sprouting from the Dead
In this episode we explore the green side of going out — from turning ashes into trees to getting shamrocked on St. Patrick's Day. Ever wondered if becoming a tree is the ultimate "going green"? Or if drunk leprechauns would even notice a t…
Put Us in a Glass Coffin so The World Can See Us Holding Hands
This week, we’re joined by Chelsea’s brother for a wild ride through post-mortem possibilities—because why just settle for cremation when you can be displayed in a glass coffin or frozen for future generations? We debate the pros and cons o…
Cosmos and Cremation: A Winning Combination
In the sixth episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, Bailey and Chelsea are joined by their friends Holly and Morgan for a laugh-out-loud conversation about post-mortem wishes that’s equal parts hilarious and oddly heartwarming. The cre…
Cremation Fireworks and the Gravestone Hustle: Death but Make it Chaotic, with Sara and Matthew
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we’re joined by not one, but TWO special guests for a hilariously morbid deep dive into all things death and beyond. One of our guests owns a monument shop, so naturally, we grill them on…
Cremation Fireworks and the Gravestone Hustle: Death but Make it Chaotic, with Sara and Matthew
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we’re joined by TWO special guests for a hilariously morbid deep dive into all things death and beyond. One guest owns a monument sop, so we get the inside scoop on the weirdest headstone …
Cremate Me, Bury Me, But Don't Make Me Relive My Teen Years with Morgan and Sean
In this episode of Does This Make My Ash Look Big?, we dive into the age-old debate: burial or cremation? We break down the options (without breaking the bank) and chat with special guests about their post-mortem wishes—because planning you…
Cremation Station: Next Stop, Anywhere but Here
In this thought-provoking (and maybe slightly morbid) episode, we dive into what happens to the body after death—beyond just the traditional burial. From the fiery finale of cremation to the scientific legacy of body donation and the eerie …
Take My Kidney, Toast My Body, and Toss Me Off a Mountain
In this episode, we explore cremation, organ donation, and the outdoor activities we all pretend to enjoy. We break down facts about organ donation, ask a burning question about cremation, and dive into all the so-called "fun" outdoor activ…
Dating While Dealing with Ashes
****Please bear with us as we navigate the first few episodes of our podcast; we are still learning!**** A mix of personal storytelling and deep, sometimes uncomfortable topics like cremation creates a unique dynamic. A way of discussing li…