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Life's Undertaking

Religion EN ↓ 84 episodes

Life's Undertaking is a podcast dedicated to life’s undertaking. Finding meaning and joy in mid-life can be eclipsed by loss, grief and disappointment. Is there anything from what breaks our heart, especially the biggest heartbreak of them all: our mortality. Ridley Funeral Home funeral director Brad Jones shares what life can mean when we embrace the power of loving goodbyes.

Author

TMDS

Category

Religion

Podcast website

ridleyfuneralhome.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Happy Birthday Mary! 18.07.2024

Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss the recent power outage, the floods, and Brad's mother-in-law Mary who turns 91 today.

Highs and Lows 04.07.2024

Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss the highs and lows of a day in late June.

Cemetaries and Graduations 20.06.2024

Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss rules around cemeteries, Ridley Funeral Home's dominance in the Grilled Cheese Challenge, and the end of an era with Brad's youngest graduating from primary school.

Fatherhood 06.06.2024

Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss Father's Day, fatherhood and what Brad learned in Saskatoon.

Life is a Cigar 24.05.2024

Brad Jones and Toronto Mike discuss Brad's trip to Alberta, opening day of Toronto Maple Leafs baseball at Christie Pits, and why life is like a cigar.

Bury the Competition 08.05.2024

Brad and Mike discuss Ridley Funeral Home's partnership with Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball, as well as Brad's recent European adventure and appearance on Toronto Mike'd.

Russ is Dead 02.05.2024

Brad and Mike discuss Banjo Dunc's comments and Brad answers questions about funerals before sharing some thrilling life updates.

Most Popular Funeral Songs Part 2: 2000-2009 28.03.2024

Brad and Mike play and discuss the most frequently requested funeral songs from 2000-2009.

Priorities 01.03.2024

Brad and Mike discuss the importance of prioritizing time spent with loved ones while you can, right after Mike asks Brad some listener questions regarding Ridley Funeral Home's old hearse.

The Benefits of Being A Part of the Funeral Services Community 23.02.2024

Brad and Mike discuss Brad's recent trip to Florida to attend an independent funeral services conference and his brand new hearse.

Support for the Funeral Professionals 01.02.2024

Join Brad and Mike with their special guest Michael Dixon from Funeral Professional Peer Support discussing what is available in Canada and worldwide.

Orient Your Life - Rest in Peace 18.01.2024

Special guest Karla Combres joins Brad and Mike as they discuss her work helping people to tap into their stories, values and beliefs as a legacy guide and celebrant. She does this through custom ceremonies, one-on-one guidance, and signature workshops, such as 'Orient Your Life, Rest In Peace' and 'Write Your Living Legacy'. Learn more at www.karlacombres.com.

Celebrities We Lost in 2023 04.01.2024

Special guest Jessica BunBun joins Brad and Mike as they remember celebrities who passed away in 2023.

Brad's Favourite Christmas Movies 21.12.2023

Brad and Mike discuss Brad's 15 favourite Christmas movies and specials of all-time.

Holidays and Hope 07.12.2023

Brad and Mike chat about the Lake Shore Santa Claus Parade, why it's in jeopardy, and the annual Holidays and Hope Candlelight Service.

Spamalot 23.11.2023

Mike asks Brad a great question about pre-paid funeral services before Brad shares memories of Monty Python sparked by Spamalot in Stratford.

Lest We Forget 09.11.2023

Brad and Mike catch up, discuss the jarring news regarding Brad's daughter, remember those who gave all and wonder what it will be like at Brad's funeral.

Tricks and Treats 26.10.2023

Brad and Mike discuss the neighbourhood at Halloween, Halloweens of yesteryear and Brad's daughter's college basketball debut.

Be Careful Out There 12.10.2023

Brad and Mike discuss a terrible night in the neighbourhood.

45 Minutes 04.10.2023

Join Brad and Mike with our special guest Tammy McIntosh from F45 as we discuss health and fitness and how it affects mental and physical health.

Preserved Memories 14.09.2023

Join Brad and Mike as they discuss preservation, from fruits and vegetables to the memory of a loved one.

Dog Days of Summer 31.08.2023

Join Brad and Mike as they discuss the dog day's of summer and the joy of dogs.

Legacy 17.08.2023

Join Brad and Mike as they discuss the legacy one leaves behind when they shuffle off their mortal coil.

Brad the Firefighter 04.08.2023

Join Brad and Mike as they discuss Brad's new career as a firefighter and his escapes to the cottage.

First and Last 13.07.2023

Join Brad and Mike as they introduce you to Tammy Hepditch, Ridley Funeral Home's Preneed, Director, aftercare specialist and community liaison. Often Tammy is your first contact and your last contact at Ridley's. Plus you meet her at almost every community event we attend.

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