The Unmade Podcast 168: Funerals for Dead Podcasts
Sep 21, 2025
Brady shares his challenging experience climbing Ben Nevis for charity, battling weather woes and personal doubts. He explains the quirky items in his personal preference kit, collected for auction. The duo also dives into the idea of celebrating naps, comparing their childhood nap habits and cultural practices. A unique spoon from Katoomba is showcased, leading to a lighter discussion. Finally, a whimsical concept emerges about holding funerals for defunct podcasts, exploring how to honor their memory.
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Ben Nevis Charity Climb
- Brady described climbing Ben Nevis as a tough charity hike that felt harder because he was unprepared.
- He emphasized it was non-technical walking but a steady uphill effort of about four hours up and three down.
Personal Preference Kit On A Mountain
- Brady borrowed the astronaut idea of a Personal Preference Kit and carried trinkets to Ben Nevis to auction for charity.
- He signed a baseball on the summit and sold items with certificates to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy UK.
Motivation During The Struggle
- Brady hit a low point early in the climb but kept going after motivational messages from his wife and son.
- The charity and the kit-to-summit goals also compelled him to finish despite physical struggles.
