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Episode 1: Tears of the people, like rain from the heavensJan 13, 2018 · 23m
Francis and Kaiora Tipene are the passionate proprietors of Tipene Funerals. Go behind the scenes of their business, where our culture's last taboo is addressed with dignity and aroha. He maimai aroha tēnei ki a Kiritokia ete Tomairangi Paki.
Episode 2: Although it is small, it is preciousJan 20, 2018 · 23m
A beloved composer and teacher returns from Australia for burial at home in Aotearoa, and Francis struggles to let go of the reins when his newest Funeral Director leads a funeral on her own. He maimai aroha tēnei ki a Sonny Abraham rāua ko Charlotte Ruka.
Episode 3: People pass away, but the land remains foreverJan 27, 2018 · 23m
While Francis' right hand woman Fiona is busy with an emotional Tongan funeral, Francis fumes over missing biscuits and upsets his wife Kaiora with an unwise business decision. He maimai aroha tēnei ki a Tevita Kilogram rāua ko Isobelle Ihaka.
Episode 4: My young tōtara has been brokenFeb 3, 2018 · 23m
A close member of the Tipene whanau passes away and Francis is tasked with organising the tangi. Elsewhere a young mother is tragically taken, and her grieving family want to spend one last night with her. He maimai aroha tēnei ki a Aunty Kataraina Kanara rāua ko Chozyn Koroheke.
Episode 5: Farewell oh son, the morning tide is yours, the evening tide is mineFeb 10, 2018 · 23m
The team prepare to send a Niuean fisherman back to his homeland, while struggling with a very busy day at the office. Elsewhere, Francis attempts to get his health back on track. He maimai aroha tēnei ki a Zion Harris-Davis rāua ko Sisikefu Fusiika Sisikefu
Episode 6: Be it small, it is an act of generosityFeb 17, 2018 · 23m
Funeral directory Fiona oversees a Samoan burial, and the Tipene family prepares a funeral for a young extended family member. As advertising for their funeral home, Francis wants the staff to put on a show for the local rest home. He maimai aroha tenei ki a Eden Tipene rāua ko Lili Ilo Puletua.