Let's Not Be Kidding with Gavin Crawford
CBCIf laughter really was the best medicine, Gavin Crawford would have cured his mother of Alzheimer’s disease. As a son, his mother’s dementia has been devastating. As a comedian though… it’s been sort of funny. Honestly, how do you respond when your mom confuses you with her teenage crush and wants you to take her to the high-school dance? Well, you laugh. Because it’s the only thing you can do. In... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 11 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Category | Comedy | ||||
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Let’s Not Be Kidding is a raw and darkly funny exploration of a painful time in Gavin Crawford’s family life. In this live conversation on stage at the Hot Docs festival, Gavin chats with Aurora Browne about how and why they decided to bring such emo... more
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Gavin shares what it was like to come to the realisation his mom, Donna, was losing her memory and sense of her place in the world. And how being able to find the funny moments is vital to surviving the slow tragedy of Alzheimer's disease. Hear all 7... more
Gavin’s mom, Donna, was his protector and champion growing up. This episode zooms in on the experiences of gay kids and their fiercely protective moms. Featuring Scott Thompson, Aurora Browne, and surprising entries from Donna Crawford's journal. Hea... more
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- Exceptional
I really loved getting to know Donna through this podcast, as well as her family. This helped me understand so much more about the experience of accompanying someone through their life with dementia and in old age in general, as well as that long grief that begins when the signs first arrive. I will remember the stories told here for a long time.
Apple Podcasts5Sheep tracks
United States9 months ago - Listening was chicken soup for my soul
I, too, am losing a mom to Alzheimers. Listening to this podcast made me realize that sharing our stories is probably our best form of healing and therapy. Hearing of the similar challenges on this path makes my journey seem a little lighter now. And reminding us we can still remember to laugh, makes this podcast a gem.
Apple Podcasts5ccm&coUnited States9 months ago - I Want to Recommend this to Everyone
So well done and such a good understanding (and depiction) of who people are. Even though I’ve never experienced a situation like this, I greatly appreciated the deep and honest insight to what it is like. I can only imagine that that is extremely powerful for someone who is, in fact, going through this and finally feels understood.
Apple Podcasts5HanHaf8United States9 months ago - Heartwarming
This podcast is funny and sad, but above all, heartwarming. They paint such a beautiful picture of their fabulous mom, Donna, that I feel like I knew her and even find myself mourning her loss. The expression, “Let’s not be kidding” is perfect and I can’t wait to find a situation in which to use it!
Apple Podcasts5Cupcake3111
Canada9 months ago - Listened twice back to back
This is the single most important podcast I have ever listened to. I don’t have a family history with Alzheimer’s but Donna’s story is a must listen for every one of us because it’s essentially a story about losing a loved one, and we will all experience that degree of loss over and over.
Apple Podcasts5Jillybean76United States9 months ago
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