Working Caregivers: The Invisible Employees
Episodes
The Hidden Cost of Putting Yourself Last as a Caregiver
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As working caregivers, we often focus so much on caring for others that we forget one critical truth: caring for ourselves is not optional. In this ep...
Breaking the Silence on Caregiver Isolation with Dr. Florence Johnson
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Florence Johnson joins us for a powerful conversation about the hidden realities of caregiving, the emotional toll so many families carry in silen...
Bonnie Wattles of Hilarity for Charity: What Caregivers Are Still Missing
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with Bonnie Wattles to unpack what it really looks like to support working caregivers—without the fluff and without the one-size-fits-al...
Why Caregivers Are Often Overlooked at Work
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Karen Kavanaugh to unpack the real challenges facing working caregivers—and why so many of them still feel invisib...
Navigating the Legal and Practical Challenges After a Cancer Diagnosis
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Monica Bryant, co-founder of Triage Cancer, to talk about the often-overlooked legal and practical challenges that f...
Supporting Working Caregivers with Real Empathy
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and heart-expanding conversation, we sit down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia and author of Be Yourself at Wor...
How Pets May Slow Cognitive Decline: What Caregivers and Employers Need to Know
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with two brilliant researchers from Switzerland to explore a topic that instantly resonated with us—the powerful connec...
What Every Working Caregiver Needs to Know About Home Care
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with longtime industry expert and caregiver Scott Greenberg for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had about wh...
Veteran Caregiver Benefits That You Most Likely Do Not Know About With Erika Jacobson
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Working Caregivers: The Invisible Employees, we’re joined by Erika Jacobson, a VA social worker, lifelong caregiver, and member o...
Growing Up Caregiving: The Invisible Journey of Youth Caregivers
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Working Caregivers: The Invisible Employees, we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Feylyn Lewis, whose caregiving journey be...
The Future of Caregiving at Work with Wellthy’s Lindsay Jurist-Rosner
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsay Jurist-Rosner is the Co-Founder and CEO of Wellthy, the market-leading care concierge company transforming how families navigate care for them...
Aging, Workforce & Caregiving with Expert Robert Espinoza
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Robert Espinoza, a national leader in caregiving, equity, and aging, for a powerful conversation that every HR profe...
Why Employers are Missing the Caregiving Crisis with Joseph B. Fuller
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Joseph B. Fuller—Harvard Business School professor and co-lead of the Managing the Future of Work initiative—to ...
Patient Advocacy Leader, Caregiving Advocate, & Author Paul Wynn
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Wynn, an incredible caregiver advocate, author, and storyteller, to unpack the complex reality of being in the ...
Navigating Millennial Caregiving with Dr. Rachael Piltch-Loeb
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Dr. Rachael Piltch-Loeb, author of The Millennial Caregiver, to explore the complex intersection of c...
Caregiving, WOOP, and the Emotional Load: A Conversation with Dr. Joan Monin
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the amazing Dr. Joan Monin from Yale University to talk about the real, raw, and often overlooked emotional weight o...
How AI Can Revolutionize Caregiving & Empower Families – With Breana Patel
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we (Selma and Zack) sit down with the brilliant Breana Patel to unpack one of the most pressing challenges facing our society today: ...
Grief, Caregiving, and the Power of Connection – with Leslie Weirich
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with our friend and grief advocate, Leslie Weirich, whose decades-long journey through caregiving and loss has ...
Care with Dignity: Fighting for Change with Filmmaker Susie Singer Carter
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with our brilliant friend and caregiving champion, Susie Singer Carter. Susie doesn’t just tell stories—she lives the...
Caring Out Loud: Rosanne Corcoran on Dementia, Daughterhood & Making Caregivers Visible
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey folks, Selma and Zack here! In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Rosanne Corcoran—a powerhouse advocate, seasoned dementia caregiver...
Self-Preservation and the Power of the Small Moment with Charlotte Bayala
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we sit down with the incredible Charlotte Bayala, host of the Cancer Caregivers Podcast and a nominee for the International Women's Po...
The Caregiver Identity Crisis: Why Naming It Matters with Dr. Barry J. Jacobs
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Dr. Barry J. Jacobs, clinical psychologist, author, and former journalist, to explore the essential ...
The Beautiful Side of Caregiving: Living with Meaning as a Working Caregiver
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly inspiring Ebony Travis Tichenor, a powerhouse advocate for working caregivers and someone who truly l...
How Harry & David Champions Their Working Caregivers
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Rhonda Klug from Harry & David to talk about the often invisible and deeply personal journey of working...
Elder Law, Medicaid Planning & Caregiver Chaos – with Eric Goldberg & Clelia Pergola
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a working caregiver—or if you support them—you need to hear this one. In this episode, we sit down with elder law experts (and long...
Being a Caregiver Spouse: The Power of Community with the Well Spouse Association and Bob Mastrogiovanni
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode, we sit down with Bob Mastrogiovanni, a devoted husband, retired IRS professional, and co-president of...
Global Caregiver Advocates Bonus Series: Spotlight On Canadian Caregiver Advocates
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off our Global Caregiver Advocate Series by heading north to spotlight the amazing work being done in Canada. We sat down with three i...
Balancing Work and Caregiving: A Conversation with Dr. Donna Benton
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caregiving doesn’t just happen at home—it happens at work, too. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Donna Benton, the Director of the Family Car...
Navigating Caregiving, Work, and Mental Health—Expert Insights with Dr. Madhavi Vemireddy
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Madhavi Vemireddy, a powerhouse advocate for working caregivers and the Chief Executive Officer at Cleo. Dr. Vem...
From Caregiver to Advocate: Dahlia Sizer’s Workplace Solutions
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dahlia Sizer, an HR leader and passionate advocate for caregivers, to unpack how companies can create a more support...
How Compassionate Policies Transform Workplaces and Lives with Dr. Gina Anderson
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gina Anderson, a learning scientist and advocate for working caregivers. Join us as we explore her personal care...
Jason Resendez on Caregiver Advocacy and Workplace Culture
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome Jason Resendez, a leading advocate in the caregiving and Alzheimer's space, to the podcast. Together, we discuss the c...
How to Create a Caregiver-Friendly Workplace with Amy Goyer
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Amy Goyer, a nationally renowned caregiving advocate, author, and consultant. Amy shares her journey from music therapy to...
Empathy at Work: Supporting Caregivers and Building Trust in the Workplace with Lee Hafner
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Working Caregivers, we have an insightful conversation into the challenges faced by working caregivers and explore how employers ca...
The Silent Struggles of Working Caregivers: Insights and Solutions with Julian Hayes
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Working Caregivers: The Invisible Employees, we welcome Julian Hayes, a writer and advocate for working caregivers, to discuss the ...
Why Every Workplace Should Host a Senior Shower for Caregivers with Jenn Chan
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Jenn Chan, an inspiring caregiver advocate and entrepreneur. Jenn shares her personal journey of becoming a family caregiv...
Breaking the Caregiver Stigma with Aisha Adkins
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Aisha Adkins, a powerhouse advocate for caregivers. Aisha shares her personal journey as a caregiver...
Caregiver Burnout: Lessons and Insights from Kate Washington
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the brilliant author Kate Washington, who takes us through her incredible journey of caregiving and the profound insights she gained ...
Supporting Working Caregivers: Insights from CareSprint’s Sarah Johal
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome special guest Sarah Johal, the founder of CareSprint, a nonprofit organization focused on transforming workforce systems to...
Building Caregiver-Friendly Workplaces with Donna Thomson
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inaugural episode of Working Caregivers, The Invisible Employees, we are thrilled to welcome an incredible guest, Donna Thomson. Donna is a ca...
Welcome to Working Caregivers: The Invisible Employees
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that in 2020 there were 53 million caregivers in the United States? By 2025, this number is expected to significantly expand to 62.5 mill...