The Casketeers: Life and Death Around the Globe

The Tīpene’s experience the beauty and diversity of Tongan culture, discover family connections and Francis is excited by a visit to the local morgue.

G Francis is surprised by the unique preparation and strength of local kava while Kaiora is anxious about the live volcano perched on the edge of the village they’re visiting.

Francis and Kaiora revel in the opportunity to take part in a long house ceremony, Francis tries his hand at traditional canoeing.

Francis is amazed by the cutting edge technology that exists in the burial industry; Kaiora is challenged by the preparation of her favourite food.

Francis and Kaiora take on the sensory overload of India, braving the streets of Delhi in a tuktuk, experience new ways to use a vibrator and receive the spiritual blessings of the Ganges in Haridwar.

In Varanasi, Francis and Kaiora confront Hindu death practices on the banks of the Ganges, view the wonder of the Taj Mahal and get up close and personal with some rescue elephants.