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Club Sandwich

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Caregiving
Aging
Grief
Aged Care
Aging Parents
Death
Health Care System
Loss and Grief
Sandwich Generation
Family Care
Gentle Death Advocacy
Parkinson's Disease
Australia
Palliative Care
End-Of-Life Care
Dementia Care
Dementia
Family Dynamics
Death and Dying
Hospital Care

The Sandwich Generation finally gets the conversation we deserve.

Club Sandwich is the community for those caring for ageing parents while juggling work, kids, relationships, and sanity. This is your tribe when family doesn't get it - or just isn't enough.

Hosted by veteran broadcaster Sarah Macdonald, Club Sandwich features clinical psychologists instead of life coaches, GPs instead of gratitud... more

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Latest Episodes

Worried about an ageing parent ending up in hospital? Caring from another city or another country? In this episode, Sarah Macdonald and Matt Preston talk about dementia, sibling guilt, hospital overwhelm, aged care delays, and why the smartest move i... more

If your parent is ageing and still saying “I’m fine”, this episode is your nudge to stop waiting for crisis. Sarah Macdonald and Gogglebox's Kerry Milligan talk about the conversations families avoid until it is too late: downsizing, wills, advanced ... more

Feeling guilty all the time? Guilty you are not doing enough for your parent. Guilty you are not present enough for your kids, your partner or your job. Guilty for wanting a break. Guilty for even thinking this is all too much.

In this episode, Sar... more

When your mum or dad insists everything is fine, but you can see the fall risk, the spoiled food, the missed cues and the slow slide, it can make you feel like you’re losing your mind. This episode is for the daughter who’s being called bossy when wh... more

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Recent Guests

Jo Lamble
Clinical psychologist specializing in guilt, family dynamics, and the impossible decisions when every option has a cost
Episode: Caregiving guilt is crushing you? Jo Lamble on how to stop carrying it | Club Sandwich
Melissa Reader
CEO of Vera
Vera
Episode: Staying at home longer: they want to stay. But can they? | Melissa Reader | Club Sandwich
Dr Ginny Mansberg
GP and women's health advocate who discusses burnout and sleep health for midlife women
General Practice
Episode: What about you? Caregiver burnout | Dr Ginni Mansberg | Club Sandwich
Stephanie Ward
Geriatrician and consulting expert for ABC's Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds
ABC (appearance)
Episode: Ageing is not for sissies | Dr. Stephanie Ward | Club Sandwich
Dr. Stephanie Ward
Geriatrician featured as first episode guest
Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds
Episode: Ageing Parents. You’ve got them. We’ve got you.
Dr. Ira Byock
Palliative care physician and author
Episode: Dr Ira Byock: On The Four Things That Matter Most
Steve Robson
Professor, former president of the Australian Medical Association
Australian Medical Association
Episode: Fear and Love: What Medicine Can’t Teach with Steve Robson
Casey Beros
Health journalist, presenter, author of Next of Kin
Author of Next of Kin
Episode: Next of Kin: Casey Beros on Caring for Her Dad While Raising a Young Family
Kate Carnell
Chair of Violet; former pharmacist and public health/policy leader
Violet
Episode: Kate Carnell: On what families need to know before it’s too late

Hosts

Sarah Macdonald
Host of Club Sandwich; veteran broadcaster.
Melissa Reader
Host of Agehood; Commissioning Editor and Executive Producer; Vera/Midlife caregiving advocate.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Powerful Conversations on Ageing

    Agehood is a beautifully produced, honest, and deeply moving podcast about ageing, caregiving, and everything in between. The stories are real, the insights are powerful, and the tone is warm and comforting. A must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of caring for loved ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lucy catherine j
    Netherlands9 months ago
  • Needed this

    Thank god for this show! I’ve been needing something like this in my life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carole38392
    Australia9 months ago
  • Brilliant pod, highly recommend

    An incredibly important, timely conversation. Beautifully produced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Armine_N
    Australia9 months ago

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A timely, important podcast with expert guests and real-world insights.
Powerful conversations on ageing and caregiving with a warm, practical voice.
Content is beautifully produced and deeply helpful for carers.

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Carenting: Alex Lollback on raising her children & caring for her mother
Q: When did you realize you were part of this reality and how did things unfold for you on the ground?
She explains the rapid escalation—from late-night anxious texts and memory fears to a six-month hospital stay, and how she learned to advocate and coordinate care.
Carenting: Alex Lollback on raising her children & caring for her mother
Q: Alex, welcome to Agehood. Today, I am really hoping to talk to you about the reality of the sandwich generation. Can you tell me a little bit about what this has looked like for you?
Alex describes becoming the sole caregiver for her mother while managing two young children, a full-time job, and a national podcast, highlighting the strain, the guilt, and the need for external support.
Caregiving guilt is crushing you? Jo Lamble on how to stop carrying it | Club Sandwich
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to manage guilt in daily life?
Use CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts, practice self-talk as if advising a friend, set boundaries with family, and prioritize self-care to prevent guilt from spiraling into resentment.
Caregiving guilt is crushing you? Jo Lamble on how to stop carrying it | Club Sandwich
Q: Why are caregivers in the Sandwich Generation especially susceptible to guilt?
Because they carry multiple roles and pressures—work, caregiving, family expectations—leading to a persistent sense of not doing enough and feeling responsible for everyone's outcomes.
Caregiving guilt is crushing you? Jo Lamble on how to stop carrying it | Club Sandwich
Q: Let's define guilt to start with. What is guilt?
Guilt is a self-focused feeling that arises when we think we have done something wrong, regardless of whether that is true, whereas remorse is more other-focused and involves empathy and actions to repair."

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Frequently Asked Questions About Club Sandwich

What is Club Sandwich about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the realities of caring for aging parents while managing career, kids, and personal well-being. Episodes thread together practical planning for ageing at home, navigating care systems, caregiver burnout, and end-of-life conversations, anchored by clinicians and policy experts who bring clear, evidence-based guidance. Real-life stories, tools, and community-focused resources are highlighted, with a strong emphasis on communicating with family, planning ahead, and leveraging social and support networks. A notable edge is the consistent pairing of healthcare professionals with practical guidance and structured resources (like care compasses and planning checklists) to empower listeners to act, rather than feel overwhelmed. ... more

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1. Jo Lamble
2. Melissa Reader
3. Dr Ginny Mansberg
4. Stephanie Ward
5. Dr. Stephanie Ward
6. Dr. Ira Byock
7. Steve Robson
8. Casey Beros

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