The chaos of caring for ageing parents: the best podcasts of the week

Caring for Aging Parents is a Podcast that Hits Too Close to Home.

For many of us, the prospect of caring for an aging parent can be daunting, if not downright terrifying. The show's host, Vanessa Grigoriadis, knows this feeling all too well, having drawn on her own experiences when creating this podcast. In one of its latest episodes, she sits down with US talkshow host Leeza Gibbons, who has set up a centre for carers to help those struggling with the emotional and practical challenges of caring for a loved one.

Leeza's story is unique, having taken part in reality TV shows like Celebrity Apprentice while also building her centre. However, it offers a sense of comfort and practical advice that listeners desperate for support can appreciate. With episodes released weekly, this podcast remains widely available to those seeking solace or guidance during this difficult time.

On a separate note, the Foreign Policy series "The Threshold" tackles pressing global health issues, such as HIV, TB, and malaria, which claim over two million lives each year. Hosted by Henry Bonsu, the show delves into the realities of these diseases, shedding light on the efforts being made to combat them.

Furthermore, fashion aficionado Avery Trufelman explores how military gear has influenced high-end outdoor clothing in "Articles of Interest". Meanwhile, those drawn to horror and memoir-style fiction will enjoy "Conversations With Ghosts", which arrived just in time for Halloween. Another historical mystery is unravelled in "The History Podcast: The House at Number 48", where Antony Easton unravels the tangled tale of the Eisner family's fate during the Holocaust.

All four podcasts offer compelling stories and insightful discussions that listeners can access through various platforms, making them a valuable resource for anyone seeking entertainment or information.
 
I'm not sure I'm on board with this "Caring for Aging Parents" podcast just yet... as much as it's good to have a conversation about something we've all been there, I worry that it might be too relatable? Like, what if the host is getting too caught up in her own emotional experiences and doesn't offer any actual practical solutions? And how will listeners know where to start? It sounds like it could get pretty heavy...
 
🤔 just listened to Caring for Aging Parents podcast with Leeza Gibbons, feels super relatable tbh 🤗 her centre is doing amazing work 💕 but its crazy how quickly our parents can go from independent to needing full-time care 🚨 anyone else have to deal with this? 👵💬
 
I'm so over how everyone's always going on about caring for aging parents being a universal struggle 🙄. Like, have you met the 25-year-old with two kids? They're probably stressing out more than any grandkid is ever going to stress their poor parent out 😂. And let's be real, not everyone has the luxury of having a centre like Leeza Gibbons' set up – some people just have to figure it out on their own 🤷‍♀️.
 
OMG 🤯, I'm like totally on board with this podcast thingy... Caring for Aging Parents is giving me ALL the feels, you know? 🤗 Vanessa Grigoriadis must have gone through some serious struggles to create something so real and relatable. Like, who hasn't worried about taking care of their own parents at some point, right? 😬 But what I love is that she's getting these amazing guests on the show, like Leeza Gibbons, who's literally doing her thing with this centre for carers. It's like, so cool how they're using reality TV fame to make a difference! 💪
 
I'm literally feeling so much love for this podcast "Caring for Aging Parents" 🤗💕 it hits so close to home for me too, you know? I've been there with my own parents and it's just such a huge weight on your shoulders. I think what resonates with me is how Vanessa Grigoriadis shares her own experiences in a super honest way. It's like she's speaking directly to us, you know? And the fact that Leeza Gibbons has this amazing centre for carers... I wish we had something like that where I'm from 🤷‍♀️. Anyway, just wanted to say that if you haven't checked out "Caring for Aging Parents" yet, you totally need to! 💖
 
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