Don't Be Caught Dead

Jan 29 2025 51 ep. 61 mins 5

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Welcome to Don’t Be Caught Dead - a podcast encouraging open conversations about dying and the death of a loved one. I’m your host, Catherine Ashton - Founder of Critical Info - and I’m helping to bring your stories of death back to life.

Because while you may not be ready to die, at least you can be prepared.

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ENCORE: NAIDOC 2024: Celebrating Indigenous Stories and Heritage with Aunty Jill West

Jan 29 2025 78 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)In honour of NAIDOC week 2024, the theme: Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud honours the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Also, because I simp

ENCORE: Eco-Friendly Farewells: Water Cremation's Splash in the Death Care Industry

Jan 22 2025 70 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)Ever wondered if there's a kinder way to say goodbye to your loved ones? Most of us are aware of burials and cremations, but have you heard of water cremation? Luke Cripps is a Director at Alluvium Water Cremations, established in 2023 with Director Brendan Cooper to bring a gentle, affordable, and eco-friendly method of final dispositi

ENCORE: The Future of Funerals: Insights from Kelly Scott, President of Australian Funeral Directors Association

Jan 19 2025 83 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-) Ever wondered what it’s like to grow up in a family of funeral directors? Join me as I chat with Kelly Scott, the General Manager of T.J. Scott and Son Funeral Directors in the Macedon Ranges. Kelly shares her unique journey, insights on dealing with death, and the profound importance of family and community in the funeral industry.

ENCORE: Reclaiming death back into our own hands and hearts with Deathwalker Zenith Virago

Jan 08 2025 63 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-) In this episode, I speak with a pioneer in the death care industry, Zenith Virago. Zenith is the founder and executive officer of the Natural Death Care Centre Charity Australia. She is a death walker, a celebrant, and an educator. Zenith has been empowering people to have healthier, healing bereavement with few or no regrets for over

ENCORE: Cheating Death: The Cryonics Revolution in Australia

Jan 01 2025 58 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)Ever wondered what it would be like to wake up 200 years in the future, in a young, healthy body with all your memories intact? This isn't science fiction - it's the ambitious goal of cryonics, and it's happening right here in Australia.In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Peter Solapides, founder, director, and chairman of Sout

ENCORE: Navigating Life After Loss: A Daughter's Tale with Libby Neesham

Dec 25 2024 49 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-) In this episode, I'm bringing you a conversation that's both emotional and enlightening. I had the pleasure of reuniting with an old high school friend Libby Neesham, who shared her incredibly personal experiences with the death of her parents, her unique approach to motherhood, and her valuable insights on dealing with grief as someon

Death, DNA, and Family Secrets: How Trauma Lives in Our Genes

Dec 18 2024 63 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)What if the unexplained feelings of grief, anxiety, or disconnection you carry aren't entirely your own? In this compelling episode, I sit down with Michelle Scheibner, author of 'Hush', to explore how the secrets and trauma of our family history can echo through generations, impacting our lives in ways we never imagined.Michelle's jour

Death, Diversity, and Inclusion in Care with Tonina Gucciardo-Masci and Nikolaus Rittinghausen

Dec 11 2024 63 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)How do we ensure that every individual, regardless of their cultural or spiritual background, receives dignified and inclusive care at the end of their life? Today, we tackle this vital question with two incredible guests who are championing change in aged and palliative care.In this episode, I sit down with Tonina Gucciardo-Masci, Comm

200 Hours of Death Admin: Why Executors Deserve More Support with Danielle Phillips

Dec 04 2024 49 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)Did you know it can take over 200 hours to manage the responsibilities of an executor? For Danielle Phillips, losing both parents during COVID wasn’t just heartbreaking—it became a crash course in navigating the overwhelming task of estate administration. This week, we uncover how she turned personal tragedy into Sage Executor Solut

Facing Life’s Toughest Moments: Can Social Support Make the Difference?

Nov 27 2024 66 mins

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a text :-)Are you feeling disconnected in our modern world? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the heart of social health with Joe Sehee, Executive Director of Social Health Australia. Joe shares his Joeurney from green burial advocate to champion of human connection, revealing how we can combat loneliness and transf