Best Brad Mines Podcasts (2025)

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The Hidden Costs of Passion: How It Can Lead to Burnout and What to Do About It with Jennifer Gray, Ep 153 45:27

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Ever feel like your passion is actually… burning you out? This week, we're diving deep into the often-unseen downsides of passion-driven work with licensed mental health therapist and entrepreneurial wellness specialist, Jennifer Gray. We explore how that fiery drive can unknowingly fuel overwork, blur your personal identity, and even make you blin…

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Appalachian Ghosts and Erased Histories with Raymond Thompson Jr. 56:07

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Today we’re joined by Raymond Thompson Jr., an assistant professor in the College of Communications at the University of Texas and a photographer whose work defies easy categorization. Originally from Virginia, Raymond has spent years documenting stories that others have forgotten or even worse, deliberately erased. His approach blends documentary …

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280 Mysteries Ep 13 – The Case of the Foot Warmers 16:10

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Check out our Patreon to be the first to find out our next book and to hear the entire 280 Mysteries archives, including the episodes we just released with Bridget and Lauren! patreon.com/372pages In this ep, Conor attempts once again to unravel the many strange threads of Donald J. Sobel. This one involves Melvin Pugh, Idaville’s genius boy invent…

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I'll Make You Quit Your Job - Pt. 3: The How, Ep 152 29:54

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Ever dreamed of quitting your job but wondered, "How the heck do I actually do it?" This episode is for you! In the final episode of our “I’ll Make You Quit Your Job” series, we’re diving deep into the mechanics, finances, and structure needed to make that leap when you've decided it's time for a change. Bri and Dr. Jay discuss how much money you n…

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THE TECH EXEC REDESIGNING THE SYSTEM–Inside the War for Your Attention at YouTube, Snapchat & TikTok, the Science of Visualization, Hacking Anxiety, What's Coming with AI 1:07:01

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What if anxiety isn’t the enemy – we’ve just been using it wrong? Sometimes the tools we build for others are the ones we needed to invent for ourselves. — I’ve always struggled with anxiety. My brain can turn an unresolved text message into a full-blown crisis. But what I never realized is that if our minds can rehearse disaster, we can also train…

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Around the World with Virginia Hines 1:00:38

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This week we’re joined by our friend Virginia Hines. She’s a photographer and former publishing industry professional who has traveled extensively to document street life around the world and learn from masters of the genre. She wrote the foreword to Street Photography Magazine’s book “Where the Streets Lead” and has been featured multiple times in…

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372 Pages #191 – Night of the Crabs Ep 3 – Limpet Mines, Potholers, Mills Bombs and Constitutionals! 2:18:37

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Join the Jackals and support the podcast on Patreon! Find out the next book before everyone else and hear the 280 Mysteries we recorded with Bridget Nelson! patreon.com/372pages Yes, all the things we in America know so well and love so much come together (much like dodgems) in one final episode! This episode has it all: horrible, ghoulish holiday-…

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Quitting Amazon: Stephanie Ramos’ Inspiring Story on Designing a Life You Love, Ep 151 34:18

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Ever wondered what it's like to quit a big tech job without a Plan B and actually thrive? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Stephanie Ramos, who went from "LinkedIn famous" to living her best childfree life! Stephanie shares her candid experience leaving Amazon, and how having "F.U. money" allowed her to prioritize her well-being over a pa…

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280 Mysteries Ep 12 – The Case of the Five Clues 17:24

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It’s Conor’s turn to solve the mystery, and Mike has picked out a fiendish one. There are five clues this time, and in a series where even the sole clue a mystery hinges on likely doesn’t make a lot of sense, this means we’re in for a wild ride! Support the podcast on Patreon to gain access to the entire back catalog of 280 Mysteries including some…

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I'll Make You Quit Your Job - Pt. 2: The Why, Ep 150 27:37

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What if the biggest thing standing between you and a better life… is your job? In this episode, Bri and Dr. Jay get real about why so many Childfree people stay in jobs they hate—and what it would take to finally walk away. From financial fears to cultural expectations to the ever-persistent voice in your head saying, “but it’s good money,” we unpa…

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The Light Between Gigi Stoll & Flo Fox 52:01

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What happens when two artists choose to show up for each other—week after week, year after year—for over three decades? In this episode, Ashley Riffo talked to photographer Gigi Stoll about her extraordinary friendship with the late Flo Fox: a street photographer, advocate, and firecracker of a human being who never let MS (and the blindness and pa…

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372 Pages #190 – Night of the Crabs Ep 2 – If You’re Gonna Do That Anywhere, Do it in the Spiky Grass! 2:05:29

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Support the podcast on Patreon and hear stuff you can’t get anywhere else like Mike & Conor’s read thru of the CLASSIC 80s Choose Your Own Adventure book “You Are A Shark” patreon.com/372pages Read along with us, get the book here If you’re even vaguely considering listening to this particular episode, please consider this: a severely hung-over Col…

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HACKING HUMAN NATURE [June/July Recap]—How Hope Rewires Your Brain, the Myth of Rationality, the Secret to Motivation (It's Not Willpower), the Joke That Disarmed a Nation 54:15

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I’ve spent the last two months talking with innovators who’ve done wild things—from surviving homelessness to becoming a world-renowned hope researcher, to convincing a sitting President to get roasted on a comedy show to save a landmark policy. This week, I’ve pulled the most powerful strategies from our recent episodes into one mixtape. The commo…

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REPLAY: I'll Make You Quit Your Job - Pt. 1, Ep 149 22:16

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What happens when your financial planner keeps telling clients to quit their jobs? Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP® and Bri Conn, CFP® unpack the now-infamous tagline: "I'll Make You Quit Your Job." From sabbaticals to soul-searching, this conversation is full of real talk, tough love, and a refreshing challenge to the status quo—especially for the Childfree …

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280 Mysteries We’ll Never Get Back Ep 37 – The Case of the Carousel Horse – W/ Ken Jennings 54:34

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Get access to the complete 280 Mysteries archive on our Patreon: patreon.com/372pages Yes, the smartest man we’ve ever met – and we’ve met dozens of men – joins us in an attempt to outwit Idaville’s greatest boy detective. See if Jeopardy host Ken Jennings can assist Mike with The Case of the Carousel Horse! Pre-order Ken’s new book, The Complete K…

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The between series: The rescue operation I didn’t know was mine—a story about cosmic humiliation, climbing, tinder ghosts, and the surprising way humor saves us 14:25

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In this episode, I answer the question: What’s the most dramatic way to ruin your own life for 24 hours? This is the story about becoming the world's most expensive inconvenience. Welcome to The Between Series—a series where I take you into moments from my life that shaped the themes we explore in the main episodes. For anyone who’s ever: Hit "repl…

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Luxury Aging: What Long-Term Care Looks Like When Money’s Not the Problem, Ep 148 30:05

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What if aging didn’t have to feel like a downgrade? In this episode, Jay and Bri explore what long-term care can look like when you’ve got the financial resources to design it your way. From high-end independent living communities to cruise ships and even Golden Girls-style co-living, this conversation is packed with creative (and practical!) ways …

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The Art of Getting Lost with Mark Seymour 1:14:08

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#Mark Seymour IntroductionI’m pleased to have Mark Seymour back on the podcast. It’s been too long since we last connected, because Mark’s been busier than ever. He’s based in the UK, and when we spoke, he mentioned watching foxes playing in his garden. But don’t let that peaceful scene fool you—Mark’s constantly traveling, teaching workshops aroun…

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BRAD JENKINS—The Man Who Convinced Obama Into Getting Roasted: Inside the Viral Stunt That Saved Healthcare in America, Why Comedy is the Ultimate Weapon 1:31:19

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I remember the day at the Obama White House when healthcare.gov crashed—and millions of Americans were locked out of coverage that could literally save their lives. This is the inside story of how, in a moment of sheer desperation, the Obama White House turned to a viral comedy sketch to save the Affordable Care Act—and how Brad Jenkins made it hap…

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Who Takes Care of You When You Can't? Long-Term Care Planning with Scott Barnes, CFP®, CLTC®, Ep. 147 31:35

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Long-term care is one of the most complicated and overlooked parts of financial planning, especially when you're Childfree. Without kids to step in, who actually takes care of you when you can’t? In this episode, Dr. Jay sits down with Scott Barnes, CFP® and CLTC®, to explore what care really costs, what insurance does (and doesn’t) cover, and how …

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372 Pages #189 – Night of the Crabs Ep 1 – Grandpa NO! 2:53:38

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Support the podcast on Patreon and get every episode early, plus exclusive episodes like our 280 Mysteries episode with Jeopardy host Ken Jennings! https://patreon.com/372pages Get the book here Rejoice with Conor and Mike as they read through a new book that was not written by Colleen Hoover!! This one features a pipe-smoking botanist, bathing cos…

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The between series: when I couldn't find the black between stars—a story about Yosemite, awe, and what happens when you hand someone a feeling they might not catch 12:14

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"Awe doesn’t always translate. But what do we lose when we stop trying to share it?" Welcome to The Between Series —a series where I take you into moments from my life that shaped the themes we explore in the main episodes. These are the in-between chapters that echo through everything you hear on the show. The landscape of the High Sierra has rear…

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Values, Not Just Profits: Rethinking ESG with Pete Krull, Ep. 146 29:04

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In this episode, Dr. Jay sits down with Pete Krull, a pioneer in sustainable investing, to unpack what it really means to align your money with your values. They explore how ESG has become politicized, what the media gets wrong about ethical investing, and why ‘green hushing’ might be the most honest thing happening in finance right now. Whether yo…

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The Canary in the Coal Mine – JM Simpson’s Call to Document History Today 36:47

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Today we’re joined by John M Simpson, a photographer whose unique background brings a perspective to documentary work that deserves our attention. John’s journey spans multiple careers that have shaped his approach to visual storytelling. As a former military officer he later transistion to academia as a history professor. This foundation in histor…

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280 Mysteries – Ep 11 – The Case of the Stolen Pigs 16:00

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We just announced our next 372 Pages book on our Patreon! Find out what it is, and get access to the complete 280 Mysteries archive, by supporting the podcast! patreon.com/372pages Two prize winning pigs have gone missing in Idaville, and our intrepid Boy Detective suspects a brand new gang. How many gangs are operating in Idaville and how do thing…

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Living Abroad: Andy & Libbi’s Journey to a Simpler, Happier Life in Europe, Ep. 145 32:05

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What does it really take to leave everything behind and start a new life abroad? In this episode, Dr. Jay reconnects with Andy and Libbi to talk about their move from Hawaii to the French countryside—and how financial independence made it possible. From navigating long-stay visas and currency conversions to learning a new pace of life, they share t…

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DR. KIM NOLAN—“The Moment I Chose to Stay” (A Buddhist Chaplain’s Journey Through the Veil), the Biological Power of Awe, How to Hack “Timelessness” 1:25:22

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We think of awe as rare. A sunset. A mountain peak. A fleeting high. But what if we’ve got it backwards? Awe isn’t just something that happens to you—it’s a biological lever hiding in plain sight. One that can decrease stress hormones, stretch time, and rewire attention. In this conversation, Dr. Kim Nolan—Buddhist chaplain, psychologist, and one o…

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The between series: the 3am White House epiphany - a story about climate, burnout, and the uncomfortable truth that fear might not be what moves us after all 12:41

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"Because really—why would anyone fight for a future they believe is already lost?” Welcome to The Between Series—a series where I take you into moments from my life that shaped the themes we explore in the main episodes, and share the meaning I’m still trying to make from them. These are the in-between chapters that echo through everything you hear…

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Celebrating the Curious Life: Childfree Living, Community, and Conversations That Matter with Emily Paulsen, Ep 144 41:30

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What if the life you're living was always enough, no kids required, no apologies necessary? In this episode, Bri sits down with Emily Paulsen, the founder of Curious Life of a Childfree Woman, to explore what it means to build a joyful, curious, and unapologetically Childfree life. From starting her podcast and navigating judgment to building commu…

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THE SILENT CLIMATE MAJORITY—How Behavioral Science Is Activating Millions, The NBA Pattern No One Can Explain, How to Hack Human Nature for Good 1:12:03

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There’s a version of the story we’ve been told about climate: that it’s too late, that people don’t care, that politics will never catch up. But there’s another version. One where the real problem isn’t apathy—it’s activation. In this episode, I talk with Nathaniel Stinnett, the founder of the Environmental Voter Project—a behavioral science powerh…

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Alon Goldsmith – iPhone Street Photographer Who Shoots from a Bicycle 53:31

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Alon Goldsmith is a Los Angeles-based street photographer and copywriter whose mobile photography has earned him recognition in numerous international contests. A longtime member of Julia Dean’s photography collective, he has become known for his creative approach to iPhone photography and his documentation of Venice Beach’s vibrant street life. Hi…

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The between series: laughing on the way to the ER–a story about denial, Bipolar highs, and the cost of feeling invincible 14:04

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A story about that moment of reckoning: when you finally ask yourself if the thing keeping you afloat is also the thing pulling you under. Welcome to The Between Series—a series where I take you into moments from my life that shaped the themes we explore in the main episodes, and share the meaning I’m still trying to make from them. These are the i…

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Childfree, Retired (Almost), and Figuring It Out: Travel, Money, and Boundaries with Robert and Pamela, Ep. 143 57:11

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How do you plan your finances when there’s no one but the two of you to consider? For Childfree couples, that question changes everything. It shapes how much is enough, and what role family plays in your future. In this episode, Bri sits down with Pamela and Robert, a Childfree couple who’ve spent nearly three decades as Team Us. Robert is already …

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HOPE SCIENCE Pt 2—WHEN IT ALL FEELS HOPELESS: How to Flip Fear-Based Goals, the Obama Effect, How Hope Saved $61M—and Could Save Us All 43:34

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I used to hate uncertainty. Whenever things felt hard, I’d assume they’d always be this hard. Like something in my brain just decided: this is how it is now. Forever. But one therapist, one sentence, one metaphor about tenuousness changed how I see it. This episode is about that shift—and how we can train ourselves to make it. Because hope isn’t ab…

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THE HOPE SCIENTIST Pt 1—Surviving Homelessness to Becoming the World’s Leading Hope Researcher: Dr. Chan Hellman on the Flaw in Optimism, Destroying Toxic Positivity, & the 3-Part Formula to Predict Success ... 1:01:06

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I used to think the idea of hope was kind of cringe. Like, “Don’t worry, it’ll all work out”? Please. I couldn’t see past next week, let alone some imaginary better future. But through a series of events, I realized that hope had been the theme of my life all along. And the science of hope, which is backed by decades of research, changed everything…

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280 Mysteries We’ll Never Get Back Ep 10 – The Case of the Bird Watcher 15:20

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Get access to the complete 280 Mysteries archive, including the episode we just recorded with Jeopardy host Ken Jennings, on the 372 Patreon: patreon.com/372pages Sally is once again pounding Bugs’ face into oblivion, Encyclopedia is still sucking in the gasoline fumes from his makeshift cash register, and people in Idaville are still doin’ some cr…

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Managing Money as a Couple: Yours, Mine, Ours, or Something Else Entirely? Ep 142 30:05

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How should couples manage money when marriage isn’t a given and independence still matters? In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri break down what it really means to combine (or not combine) finances as a couple, especially when you’re Childfree. Whether you’re all in on joint accounts or prefer a roommate-style setup, they cover the legal, emotional, an…

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Brad Jones on Simplicity in Street Photography 56:30

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Brad Jones, the featured photographer in the June 2025 issue of Street Photography Magazine, is a Brooklyn-based forensic photographer. Originally trained as a painter and illustrator, Brad discovered photography in college and spent 15 years building a successful commercial career shooting for magazines and advertising clients. However, his transi…

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372 Pages #188 – Ugly Love Ep 5 – This is Brad’s World Now 2:33:05

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Be the first to find out what our next book is going to be, join the 372 Patreon and get access to every episode a week early, and a ton of other exclusive stuff you’ll only find there! patreon.com/372pages All good things must come to an end. Also, Ugly Love must come to an end, and it does, in our final episode. Does Miles end up with Ian? Does D…

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Meet the People Powering Childfree Wealth®, Ep. 141 42:08

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You hear from Bri and Dr. Jay all the time. But who else is behind the scenes helping make Childfree Wealth® what it is? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and introducing you to Fiona Waller, CFP® and Scott Barnes, CFP® and CLTC — two of our incredible Childfree Wealth Specialists®. You'll hear how Fiona moved from a career in therapy…

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280 Mysteries We’ll Never Get Back #9 – The Case of the Missing Penny 19:29

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Get access to the complete 280 Mysteries archive by supporting us on Patreon! patreon.com/372pages We’re back to Idaville, the boy detective, Leroy Brown, replete with gangs of roving toughs, girls breaking boys jaws: you know, the usual stuff. But can Mike crack this very, very tough case?By 372 Pages We'll Never Get Back

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Caregiving Basics: Talking Boundaries and Family with Drs. Julia Mayer and Barry Jacobs, Ep. 140 29:09

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In this episode, Dr. Jay talks with Drs. Barry Jacobs and Julia Mayer — co-authors of The AARP Caregiver Answer Book — about what it really takes to be a caregiver, why setting boundaries matters, and how to make caregiving more manageable for everyone involved. Together, they share real-life stories, cultural tensions, and practical strategies for…

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Who's Looking Out for You? Elder Abuse, End-of-Life Planning, and Protecting Your Future, Ep. 139 32:05

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Elder abuse is more common than you think. And if you’re Childfree or aging solo, you might be more vulnerable to it unless you have a plan in place. In this episode, Dr. Jay and Bri talk through the financial and emotional realities of elder abuse, how it shows up in real life, and what it means to protect yourself or your loved ones as you age. F…