

The Casketeers: Life and Death Around the Globe
2025 · TVNZ 1 · 50 min · 1 season
S01E06 · India Part 2
Wed, 16 July, 5:30 pm
In Varanasi, Frances 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.
About
Beloved funeral directors, husband-and-wife team Francis and Kaiora Tipene embark on a new travel odyssey, witnessing life and death traditions from Tonga, Japan, India and more.
Episodes
- E01
Tonga
Wed, 11 June· 50 minThe Tīpene's experience the beauty and diversity of Tongan culture, discover family connections and Francis is excited by a visit to the local morgue.
- E02
Vanuatu
Wed, 18 June· 50 minFrancis 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.
- E03
Canada
Wed, 25 June· 50 minFrancis and Kaiora revel in the opportunity to take part in a long house ceremony, Francis tries his hand at traditional canoeing.
- E04
Japan
Wed, 2 July· 50 minFrancis is amazed by the cutting edge technology that exists in the burial industry; Kaiora is challenged by the preparation of her favourite food.
- E05
India Part 1
Wed, 9 July· 50 minFrancis 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.
- E06
India Part 2
Wed, 16 July· 44 minIn Varanasi, Frances 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.
Cast

Kaiora Tipene
Kaiora Tipene

Francis Tipene
Francis Tipene




