Best Adam Angst Podcasts (2024)

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62. 21,000 Cups of Water (Nadine's Story) 31:20

6d ago31:20

31:20

Nadine will be long remembered as a faithful volunteer and servant. She was a true friend of Veranda Ministries and a true treasure to everyone who knew her. The best part of this story is listening to Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly share her bond with Nadine as her advocate, EOLD/Dementia Doula. Relationship-based care was in full operation, and there…

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61. The Fifth Sparrow (Advocacy for the Forgotten) 27:10

26d ago27:10

27:10

Research tells us how people think about aging, the elderly, and abuse - finds that people very quickly and unconsciously draw a line between older people and the “rest of us.” This mindset isn’t restricted to how we think about the elderly and the problems it creates; it contributes to a range of social issues, including racial and economic discri…

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60. It’s Not All Bad 31:31

1M ago31:31

31:31

The Veranda Ministries truly knows that every caregiver is desperate for any single sign of hope and joy regarding their loved one’s dismal future of a dementia diagnosis. Telling their stories is one way to ensure a message of optimism and encouragement is paramount to everyone. For a loved one whose world is collapsing, this is the best therapy —…

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59. The Coat of Love 29:03

2M ago29:03

29:03

Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer, Sue Duffield revisit the amazing and healing story of one of Mary Anne's exceptional clients, Martha. It was Martha's dignity that was challenged with incontinence, but to the quick thinking of those around her, she was spared the horror of the embarrassment of losing bodily functions in a public place.…

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Ep. 10 - Inbox Beset, Festival Regret 1:09:52

2M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Send us a text How many work-related emails are too many in a calendar year? 1,000? 5,000? How about 17,000? That's the number that triggered Adam's rage in this episode. Keith then shares his woes after attending a festival for the first time ... and the reasons why he won't be booking tickets to another one. Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson a…

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58. Carrot Cake, Chaos & Compassion 32:59

2M ago32:59

32:59

This episode starts out chaotic, fun, frivolous and hilarious - talking carrot cake and nudist camps - all in the same breath! Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer Sue Duffield, take the rabbit trail down that crazy path of spilled medicine caplets, Mark Lowry's giant custom pill box container, to even talking (as friends do) about the dile…

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57. Navigating the Maze of Medication 38:56

3M ago38:56

38:56

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and her sidekick-producer Sue Duffield, take this episode down a memory lane right from the start. The one thing that stands out the most is not only their reminiscent ways reliving the corner drug store experience, but also the difficulty of navigating the larger box store pharmacies, especially for the elderly. With an …

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Ep. 9 - Nannying Pain, BBQ Strain 1:16:59

3M ago1:16:59

1:16:59

Send us a text Everyone loves being invited to a BBQ - there's nothing better than sipping a cold beer in the sunshine whilst someone serves you food. However, hosting a BBQ is no one's idea of fun. In fact, every element of hosting a BBQ is a valid reason to rage. And once we're suitably enraged by BBQ hosting, we get on to the subject of age veri…

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56. Question Everything: Part Two with Mary Gail and Caregiving For Parents 31:42

4M ago31:42

31:42

Episode 56 is a continuation from previous episode 55 (Unmerited Favor: A Daughter's Love Caring for Both Parents with Dementia) with Mary Gail Anderson, an adult child of two parents suffering with dementia and Parkinson's. This is caregiving to the absolute ultimate. Her exact words, when dealing with the medical professionals are, "question ever…

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55. Unmerited Favor: A Daughter's Love Caring for Both Parents with Dementia 40:38

4M ago40:38

40:38

People with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are usually cared for by family members or friends. The majority of people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias receive care in their homes. Each year, more than 16 million Americans provide more than 17 billion hours of unpaid care for family and friends with Alzheimer’s disease and r…

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54. End-of-Life Care & Compassion with Anna Marie Adams 29:04

4M ago29:04

29:04

An exceptional and informative episode with guest, Anna Marie Adams (Certified End-of-Life Doula and founder of the International Doula Life Movement) will encourage all caregivers to realize the value of the extensive care a doula can bring to every member of a family. Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Anna understand the impact of helping thous…

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Ep. 8 - Only Morning Fools and Courses 1:12:58

5M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Send us a text Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre once argued that “Hell is other people.” but we reckon Satra was misquoted - it's more likely he said, "Hell is morning people." Our rage is also aimed at the proliferation of online courses, particularly those that claim you can achieve great things without any God-given talent. Join Adam Eccles and Keit…

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53. A Delightful Derby Day for Dementia 30:45

5M ago30:45

30:45

Sue Duffield, producer of the Aging Angst and Alleuias Podcast as well as newly appointed board member of the Veranda Ministries, takes her frivolity on-location broadcasting to one of the biggest days on the Veranda Calendar - Derby Day! Imagine staff and volunteers using wheeled walkers with inflated horses' heads attached, racing on the parking …

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52. The Keeper of Their Stories 34:52

5M ago34:52

34:52

Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly is definitely “The Keeper of Their Stories”. This realm and reality of her clients and the family of caregivers with dementia, enhances the dignity of physical hygiene and bathing to the understanding of routine. Dementia care is never an excuse for mistreatment or disrespect. Mary Anne is also a clinician on the roa…

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Ep. 7 - Sock Sizing Strain, Recycling Pain 1:10:00

5M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Send us a text Feet come in all shapes and sizes, so why do sock manufacturers only give us two sizes to choose from - too bloody big or too bloody small? And, with Ireland launching one of the most convoluted recycling schemes in Europe, are some ideas on saving the planet more likely to make us red with rage, rather than green? Join Adam Eccles a…

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51. Personhood, Perspective & Hospice Care with Helen Bauer 36:03

6M ago36:03

36:03

Sometimes dealing with dementia and the end-of-life process can be as clear as mud. But today’s guest, Helen Bauer, comes as an expert in hospice care with exceptional detail that every care-partner needs. You’ll hear phrases like “senile degeneration of the brain” and “the difficulty in assessing someone with dementia at end-of-life with only a sn…

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50. A Family's New Diagnosis (with Josh Singletary) 36:24

7M ago36:24

36:24

It’s not unusual to have difficulty finding the right word or remembering where you put things. But persistent problems with memory or the ability to perform everyday tasks might be signs of something more serious. An "Early Onset of Dementia" or "Mild Cognitive Impairment" diagnosis can be a sudden blow to any family. In this case and on this epis…

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49. Geriatric Psych: We Need Change - The Right Kind of Change" (Part 2) 31:29

7M ago31:29

31:29

This episode with guest, Gay Gingrich, RN, BSN, and host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, shares how both women met through their studies with Teepa Snow's “Positive Approach to Care.” The discussion begins with two new friends with shared interests and passion for those with dementia as well as Gay’s obvious love of her work as a Geriatric Psych Nurse.…

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48. The Bereavement of Leap Year 31:49

8M ago31:49

31:49

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's mother's homegoing happened on a Leap Year. As with any family losing a loved one, the anniversary of that loved one's death comes in a tsunami-like wave of great proportion each year. But February 29th only happens every four years, and obviously, it can make the intensity of the weight of grief even more difficult. Ta…

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Ep. 6 - Algorithmic Gripe, Valentine Tripe 1:03:00

8M ago1:03:00

1:03:00

Send us a text "We thought you'd be interested in tartan dungarees." No. Just no. Why are the algorithms that dictate the adverts and content we see online so utterly flawed? And how has the commercial creep of Valentine's Day culminated in heart-shaped quiches? Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the trivial triggers of midlife …

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47. Geriatric Care, Behaviors, Unmet Needs and Dementia (Part 1) 28:39

8M ago28:39

28:39

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's guest is Brenda Powers, a registered nurse specializing in geriatric care, with a strong focus on supporting the aging population, especially those with dementia. Brenda has actively contributed enhancing geriatric care through workforce development panels, aiding in devloping dementia education programs like the Vander…

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Ep. 5 - Bottling Blues, Spammy News 58:10

8M ago58:10

58:10

Send us a text Whether it's shower gel, shampoo, or anti-bac spray, why are modern bottles designed to prevent you from extracting every ounce of the product you've paid for? And why are local news websites littered with clickbait junk, relentless pop-ups, and news that isn't actually news? Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the…

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46. Teepa Snow Knows Dementia and Hospice 25:58

8M ago25:58

25:58

Episode 46 from the #agingangstandalleluiaspodcast, featuring host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Teepa Snow, is a candid and vulnerably honest dialogue about hospice and dementia. The hunger for knowledge to help others began with Mary Anne's desire to experience Teepa and The Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Team, bringing it to fruition, for with…

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45. The Living Disease - Dementia 30:49

9M ago30:49

30:49

With relationship-based approach for individuals with dementia, human touch plays an important role in promoting overall well-being. There's nothing quite like a hug or holding hands to promote a physical relaxation response. It's known to reduce levels of cortisol, a hormone released during times of stress. And there's no difference between those …

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Ep. 4 - Feigning Delight, Gigging Blight 55:26

9M ago55:26

55:26

Send us a text They say there's no 'I' in 'Team' but there's definitely an 'I' in 'Take your fake workplace enthusiasm and p*ss off!' Also in this episode, we discuss remortgaging your home in order to cover the eye-watering cost of seeing a gig at a major music venue. Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the trivial triggers of m…

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44. Dreaming, Dementia and the Holidays 29:25

10M ago29:25

29:25

Even in congnitive decline, the neural processes of dreaming bring important benefits for regulating the emotions and creativity. One certain client named Martha of the Veranda in Gallatin, TN, is mentioned both in this episode and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's book. Depicting a story in grandiose detail, Martha describes her loved one coming home o…

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Ep. 3 - Terms Unread, Marketplace Dread 52:31

10M ago52:31

52:31

Send us a text No, we haven't read your 'Terms & Conditions' because we don't have the time or legal expertise to decipher a ninety page contract - stop asking! And, if you've ever tried to sell an item on Facebook Marketplace, you'll understand why it's boiled our blood this week. Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the trivial …

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43. A Proactive Perspective in Dementia Care 30:19

10M ago30:19

30:19

Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, the visionary Founder and Executive Director of Veranda Ministries, has added a new dimension to her impactful work in senior care with the release of her latest book, A Proactive Perspective in Dementia Care: A Relationship-Based Approach, on November 2, 2023. The book is now available in paperback and ebook version on …

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Ep. 2 - Feedback Stress, Grammatical Mess 54:25

10M ago54:25

54:25

Send us a text Every interaction with every company now results in a request for feedback. Why? And, is it really too much for some people to use the occasional period or comma when posting on social media? Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the trivial triggers of midlife angst. Contains occasional humour, moderate rage, and th…

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Ep. 1 - Pharmacy Waiting, Garage Door Hating 49:34

11M ago49:34

49:34

Send us a text If you've ever lost the will to live while waiting in a pharmacy or seethed over the ridiculous design of the up-and-over garage door, you're not alone. Join Adam Eccles and Keith A Pearson as they highlight the trivial triggers of midlife angst. Contains occasional humour, moderate rage, and the odd sweary word. For more info, visit…

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42. Scams, Lies and Truth of Dealing with Dementia Eldercare 41:51

11M ago41:51

41:51

Being prepared is one thing, but not having the correct knowledge and fortitude to make sure your loved one is getting the care they need, is another. Featured in this episode is Jeff Duffield and his sister, Susan Kuff, along with host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, as they converse quite candidly the near disaster of caregiving and a NJ nursing hom…

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Intro Trailer - Let's Get Ready to Rage 6:00

11M ago6:00

6:00

Send us a text Welcome to this brief, and ultimately unrewarding intro to The Middle Raged Podcast.By Adam Eccles & Keith A Pearson

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41. From Dancing to Dying 29:38

11M ago29:38

29:38

A very difficult episode, but one that surely needs to be told. This situation is one family's struggle with when their loved ones need care in a community setting. It's a hard decision. The word placement strikes fear in their hearts for many reasons. Since the recording of this episode, the Colonel, as you’ll hear about, passed away within a few …

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40. The Truth of Dementia and Abuse 39:14

12M ago39:14

39:14

This is part two of Anthony Facello's difficult story. The value of having a POA (power of attorney) is of utmost in any family with a loved one. And if that loved one is suffering from dementia and is a mother of an only child, it's even more imperative. What makes Anthony's story even more tragic is the abuse his mother received from her second h…

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39. Hospice and Dementia 29:20

1y ago29:20

29:20

Medicare’s hospice regulations are not working as intended for many people with dementia, says many experts of end-of-life care. The "long goodbye", the phrase Barbara Karnes describes about hospice patients with dementia, is, for the medical profession, a difficult diagnosis. About 5 percent are pulled from hospice when their condition seems to ha…

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Ep 21, Star Wars: Rough Day Part Two—The Roughening 44:45

1y ago44:45

44:45

In this episode we catch up with five new chapters of the iconic Mandalorian/reader insert fic Rough Day. In these chapters Mando hunts you for sport. And it's hot. And Mando finally explores your inner rim! And it's...fine?!? Story link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/21651097/chapters/51629176By ShipRecs Podcast

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38. Care Partnering Memories with the Talley Family 29:46

1y ago29:46

29:46

The Talley family's love and compassion for their parents and grandparents will bring sincere joy, levity and hope for families who take on this great calling called "care partnering." Gospel singer/songwriter, Lauren Talley, along with her Uncle Kirk Talley (also a singer/songwriter), shares on this episode that through thick and thin, family alwa…

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37. Gospel Music's Influence on the Aging 32:08

1y ago32:08

32:08

It’s a known fact that the elderly and especially those with dementia or Alzheimers respond positively to the music that was part of their world for most of their lives. Today’s episode features two friends of host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, who have a long and productive history in southern gospel music. Danny Jones is vice president of The Singi…

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36. A Basement Full of Redemption 32:40

1y ago32:40

32:40

This episode shows the extraordinary love of a son for his mother with dementia. Host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's part of this story was in previous episode 25. This is a heart-felt perspective and cry from that son, Anthony Facello Being a caregiver for a parent is never easy, especially if you are younger and thrown into a broken system that mak…

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35. The Wrong Drug at The Wrong Time 30:59

1y ago30:59

30:59

Maybe one day, the medical profession will understand and improve the quality of the pieces of the puzzle of dementia. For now, though, the research and emphasis are more about dealing with the symptoms than addressing the cause and management of dementia. Why can we not do more training and improvements with the medical communities' skillset? Many…

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34. Advocate For Yourself 28:47

1y ago28:47

28:47

Host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and producer, Sue Duffield come right out of the starting gate discussing the hilarity of being hacked and cloned on Facebook! Plus an update on Mary Anne's client whose charges were dropped after being arrested - is a great story with a compassionate ending. There's still the on-going struggle with those who have d…

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33. Caring For Aging Parents (with Danny Jones) 33:31

1+ y ago33:31

33:31

There’s a lot we can learn from the palliative care movement: it considers death as meaningful and dying as a stage of life to be valued, supported and lived. Welcoming mortality might actually help us live better lives and support communities — rather than relying on medical systems — to care for people at the end of their lives. And if you're new…

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32. Don't Take My Keys Away! 36:33

1+ y ago36:33

36:33

God has positioned Himself strategically in the hearts of three friends: One from Arkansas; one from East Tennessee, and one Jersey transplant to Middle Tennessee. And God's the ONLY one who knows the plans for these three! Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, Debra Talley and Sue Duffield take the discussion and interaction to a new place, discussing the d…

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31. When Agitation Has No Voice 31:04

1+ y ago31:04

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When the FDA gives approval for the first drug to be used for agitation (brexpiparazole) in Alzheimer's and dementia patients, there's also fair warning for the hidden side effects along with mortality risk. Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield have an honest and informative discussion about the pros and cons of using this type of drug in a …

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30. Fulfilling Her Calling: Crystal Yokley 38:58

1+ y ago38:58

38:58

With twenty-six years experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner, Crystal Yokley received her BSN at Cumberland University in Lebanon, TN and her MSN at Western Kentucky University. She worked in hospitals and clinics with a wide range from Med-Surg Cardiology, Pediatrics, women's health, family health occupational med and acute care. She has rec…

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29. Don't Turn A Blind Eye 32:31

1+ y ago32:31

32:31

On previous episode number 28, "Markers of the Heart" touched on the truth about advocating for ourselves. This week's episode number 29 continues with that topic as Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Sue Duffield discuss how to support and advocate for those living with dementia and the aging population. As usual, something always sparks Mary Anne's d…

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28. Beyond the Business of Caregiving 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

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Today's guest, Richard Patterson, is a husband and father of two children and also the owner and administrator of Preferred Care at Home of North Nashville, Sumner, and East Wilson Counties in Middle Tennessee. Richard's first opportunity to work with seniors was at the age of 14 when he worked through high school at an assisted living facility. Ri…

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27. Markers of My Heart 35:33

1+ y ago35:33

35:33

This week's episode is honestly one that Mary Anne never dreamed she would record on the “Aging, Angst & Alleluias Podcast.” As an advocate for those living with dementia and their families, Mary Anne suddenly experienced a heart attack and immediately became an advocate for herself and for her own brain. This was a tough job especially when there …

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26. The Heart of Mary House 29:24

1+ y ago29:24

29:24

This week's episode is part two of episode 25 of the Aging, Angst & Alleluias Podcast “A Dementia Doula’s Blessing from the Basement.” Experience the “alleluias" from that nine-day stay in the basement for host, Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly's special friend, Diane. This is a resource of magnitude for those living with dementia and those at the end of…

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25. A Dementia Doula's Blessing from the Basement 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

30:37

This compassionate episode is about a woman who Mary Anne grew to love and yet never heard speak her name. It’s about a broken medical system that truly left this woman completely desperate and at death's door. Yet, when all options were completely exhausted, a simple basement full of love in Nashville Tennessee was sent via a special friend in Okl…

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