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title: "Episode 8: Technology in the funeral profession with Josh McQueen and Kyle Swearingen"
description: Join Paul Lovelace, Josh McQueen, and Kyle Swearingen to hear about technology's place and impact in the funeral profession.
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# [Episode 8: Technology in the funeral profession with Josh McQueen and Kyle Swearingen](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/episode-8-technologys-place-in-the-funeral-profession)

 Written by [Hillary Brooks](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/author/hillary-brooksfuneraldirectorslife-com) | Sep 15, 2025 3:44:31 PM

#### Technology is changing the way funeral homes operate. But for many funeral professionals, that shift can bring uncertainty.

 

Will technology replace funeral professionals?

 

Is it possible to utilize technology without losing

human connection?

 

Host Paul Lovelace sits down with FDL’s very own Josh McQueen, VP of Marketing and Product, and Kyle Swearingen, VP of Development, to tackle those questions head-on.

 

They explore how funeral homes can embrace innovation as a tool to better serve families.

 

From overcoming resistance to change to using technology as a competitive advantage, this episode provides valuable insights every funeral home can use.

 

[View full post](https://www.fdl.co/podcasts/episode-8-technologys-place-in-the-funeral-profession)

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