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A groundbreaking podcast that bridges the gap between the living and the departed

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About

Hosted by Critical Info Founder, Catherine Ashton, Don’t Be Caught Dead gives a voice to the dead through their living loved ones – all the while providing you with some important questions to consider about your own death.

Don’t Be Caught Dead podcast launched on 
22 February 2024. Follow us on your favourite podcast player so you don’t miss an episode.

About

About

Hosted by Critical Info Founder, Catherine Ashton, Don’t Be Caught Dead gives a voice to the dead through their living loved ones – all the while providing you with some important questions to consider about your own death.

Don’t Be Caught Dead podcast launched on 
22 February 2024. Follow us on your favourite podcast player so you don’t miss an episode.

Episodes

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Bringing Life to Death: A candid conversation with end-of-life doula Helen Callanan
Do you crave captivating conversation about the things that REALLY matter? Then you can’t go past listening to a seasoned...
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Funeral Poverty: A Rising Crisis Unveiled with Kieran Worthington & Kevin Hartley
This episode focuses on the escalating issue of funeral poverty and debt. I speak with Kieran Worthington and Kevin Hartley,...
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Reclaiming death back into our own hands & hearts with Deathwalker Zenith Virago
In this episode, I speak with a pioneer in the deathcare industry, Zenith Virago. Zenith is the founder and executive...
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‘Grace’: Death, Dollars, and Deceit: Unravelling a Family’s Feud
What happens when some family members see dollar signs in death? How do you navigate such a fraught situation? In...
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Sorting Through Memories: Decluttering After Death with Arwen Dropmann
I had the pleasure of interviewing Arwen Dropmann, a skilled professional organiser with a background in social work. Arwen is...
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A Brother’s Experience with Suicide and Parental Death with James Robinson
Welcome to another episode of ‘Don’t Be Caught Dead’! This week, we delve into an incredibly raw and honest conversation...
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The Last Dance: Death During COVID Lockdowns with Susan Bollard
Have you ever pondered the experience of facing the end of a loved one’s life? In this episode, we share...
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Navigating the End: A Funeral Director’s Perspective
Have you ever pondered over what it’s like to confront death each day? Today we offer a captivating chat with...
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Rebecca Lyons: Advocating for Home Funerals and Family-Centric Death Care
You’ve probably heard of the term ‘doula’ before, often used in the context of those who support birthing mothers. But...
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Navigating Life After Loss: A Daughter’s Tale with Libby Neesham
Episode 2 In this episode, I’m bringing you a conversation that’s both emotional and enlightening. I had the pleasure of...
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Caring Beyond COVID: Untold Stories of Doctors with Dr. Renee Stamation
Episode 1 Today’s conversation is one that’s close to my heart, and I believe it will touch yours too. I...

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“The prototype truly does reflect Catherine's vision and the problems at hand. Upon further validation, through focus groups, the prototype has been refined to get as close to that product market fit as possible.”
Otto Tatton, Commercial Director, Hyper HQ
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“As someone who has seen the behind-the-scenes development of "Critical Info," I am genuinely excited about its potential impact. This app isn’t just a tool; it’s a testament to thoughtful, user-centric design and development. I eagerly anticipate its launch and am confident that it will offer a truly enriching user experience.”

Vicky Solopotias
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“Good on you and keep doing what you're doing. Catherine It's a great initiative”.
Dr Renee Stamation Emergency Doctor
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“There's a heap of decisions to make. So I think what you're trying to create is a really fantastic space for people. Particularly if I do get to plan before someone passes via an illness or whatever. If they've got time; an absolutely wonderful resource for someone to delve into to prepare.” 
James Robinson
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“I think we can't talk about this enough. So I'm really want to say Be proud of yourself for having the initiative. Because if I had had access to something like this in the past, it would have been a really powerful support for me, I think so I'm grateful that you're doing it and I am grateful for the opportunity to share my story.”
Libby Neesham
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