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Let's Not Be Kidding with Gavin Crawford

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If 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

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Craig Avery
A worker in the Newfoundland oil industry and a central figure in the story
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Tracy Avery
A cleaner who works alongside Craig and plays a pivotal role in uncovering the connections between their families
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Clarence Hines
Welding supervisor who shares a birthday and hospital with Craig, sparking the investigation into their familial ties
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 897 ratings
  • Delightful, poignant and helpful

    Thank you for sharing these stories. I definitely recommend this podcast to anyone with a dark sense of humour dealing with dementia in their family. It really is helping while we are going through something similar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarafima
    Canada2 months ago
  • I’m glad I met Donna

    Wow Gavin. Wow you did a great job of this. I’m glad I met Donna by listening to this. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elephantintheroom22
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Tearfully beautiful

    Let’s not be kidding… this is such a touching human story. Thank you for your honesty and heart work. So beautiful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dennylou7
    Canadaa year ago
  • So good

    This is such a touching tribute to Mr Crawford’s mother and family in general. It is done with care, humor, and love. I am so glad it was made and that I got to find it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RachelMC!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Touching!

    Thank you for the insight into your lives! This was beautifully and respectfully done. I really enjoyed listening to it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Real Elf
    Canadaa year ago

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Let’s Not Be Kidding Introduces: Personal Best Season 3
Q: Why does someone do ultra marathons?
It's a battle against yourself, convincing yourself to stick to something even when it feels impossible.
Let’s Not Be Kidding Introduces: Personal Best Season 3
Q: Why is commitment so scary?
It's permanent, and permanent somehow breeds anxiety.

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