People in the Squeeze with Heather and Jayne brings humor, honesty, and humanity to challenges of supporting aging parents, raising kids, managing a career and keeping it all together
In each episode there are real stories, practical advice, candid conversations, moments to reflect and sometimes a surprise guest that will connect, reassure and uplift anyone navigating this uniquely demanding phase of life.
Join us as we redefine what it means to thrive as people in the squeeze, one story, one laugh, and one connection at a time. New episodes every other Tuesday. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Tornado warnings, Costco tears, adult diapers, and box breathing. Jayne and Heather ride out the chaos when the storm hits — literally and emotionally — as they put their own book’s wisdom to the test. It’s curiosity over panic, boundaries over burnout, and grace in the middle of the gale. Grab a breath (in 4, hold 4, out 4, hold 4) and come weather this one with us.
Welcome to People in the Squeeze.
🎙️New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
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12 Aug 2025
Balancing Acts & Breaking Points
It’s where careers crash headfirst into the reality of caring for aging parents—and wow, is it a doozy. We rip the lid off the hidden toll on workplace performance and retention, and shine a light on the unspoken stigma of bringing it up with your boss.
From FMLA fine print to MacGyver-level team-building at home and at work, we’re serving up practical ways to survive the squeeze without sacrificing your job, your relationships, or your sanity. Part vent session, part battle plan, part rally cry.
Welcome to People in the Squeeze.
🎙️New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
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29 Apr 2025
Fatigue, Fraud, and Fractures
Scams, slings, and a dead phone in the ER. In this episode, Jayne and Heather unpack the exhaustion that creeps in when you're the go-to for everything—and everyone.
We’re talking fake Netflix texts, emotional landmines, surprise orthopedic crises, and what it really means to "pace yourself" when the chaos doesn’t quit. Plus, a new mantra: breathe first, blame later.
Welcome to People in the Squeeze.
🎙️New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
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15 Apr 2025
Ice Cream for Dinner & Other Good Ideas with Carey Lindeman (Part II)
Purpose, independence, and a second helping of perspective. In Part 2 of our conversation with Carey Lindeman, we talk about aging with intention, asking for help before it’s a crisis, and why “I just don’t want to do it anymore” might be the most liberating sentence in the world.
Also: neighbors as team members, walking sticks as freedom, and why ice cream absolutely counts as dinner.
Welcome to People in the Squeeze.
🎙️New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
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1 Apr 2025
Hotdog Buns & Hard Conversations with Carey Lindeman (Part I)
Launch parties, iPad troubleshooting, and a fridge full of hotdog buns. In this episode, Jayne and Heather sit down with special guest Carey Lindeman, CEO of PromiseCare, a custom in-home care boutique, to explore what happens when small signs become big turning points. From "just a favor" to full-blown crisis, they unpack the adolescence of aging, the art of starting before it’s too late, and why sometimes you need a third party to say what you can’t.
If you’ve ever felt the squeeze between loving fiercely and not knowing what to do next—this one’s for you.
Welcome to People in the Squeeze!
🎙️New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
A special thank you to JHilburn Stylist Studio (https://jennifershinners.jhilburn.com/) in Edina for our hosting the launch event for our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents available now on Amazon. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
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18 Mar 2025
It’s Dangerous...and Do It Anyway
Driving debates, stubborn streaks, and the fine line between independence and chaos. 🚗💨 What happens when aging parents start making choices that feel like a one-way ticket to disaster? Jayne and Heather break down the Adolescence of Aging, why "you're not the boss of me" is still a thing, and how to navigate defiance without losing your mind.
Plus, the art of preparing anyway, finding peace in the storm, and why sometimes, the hardest move is just… waiting. Buckle up. Welcome to People in the Squeeze. 🎙️
New episodes every other Tuesday. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us atpeopleinthesqueeze.com (http://atpeopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze onInstagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) orTikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
4 Mar 2025
The Chaos, The Calm, and The Garden Plot
Life’s coming at you like a flood—messy, overwhelming, and leaving debris everywhere. 🌊 What do you do? You can resist, you can fight… or you can embrace radical acceptance.
Jayne and Heather break down the unexpected twists of supporting aging parents, from ER chaos to the garden plot theory (yes, someone’s always dumping in your garden). Plus, why shifting from resistance to calm isn’t just good for you—it’s a ripple effect for everyone.
Fists clenched or hands open? You decide. Welcome to People in the Squeeze. 🎙️
New episodes every other Tuesday. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, "Thriving in Chaos: Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents (https://a.co/d/4gtS5KH)," a #1 Best-selling New Release in Aging Parents on Amazon, is available now. Get your copy there or wherever you buy books.
Visit us at peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) orTikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
18 Feb 2025
It's Totally Taboo?!?!
A networking event, a family crisis, and a room full of power women—all proof that no one is talking about this. Why is one of life’s biggest transitions still whispered about like a dirty little secret? Jayne and Heather break open the conversation on the Adolescence of Aging, the invisible load of supporting aging parents, and why this stage of life deserves a seat at the table (with a strong cup of coffee).
Breathwork, real talk, and a few “oh crap” moments—this one’s for you. Welcome to People in the Squeeze. 🎙️
New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and follow.
Our new book, “Thriving in Chaos; Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents” is available TODAY, February 18, 2025, on Amazon.
Visit us at peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/peopleinthesqueeze/) or TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@peopleinthesqueeze).
4 Feb 2025
The Messy Middle✨🎙️
Concert chaos, snow globes, and the magic of saying, “I know this sucks.” 🎶 We dive into the messy, hilarious, excuse-my-French, oh-so-relatable moments of supporting our aging parent when the plan explodes.
Cognitive clutter, mentor moms, role fatigue, roadkill friends and why scheduling fun is non-negotiable. Plus, the invisible load you didn’t know had a name. Bring your messy middle—we’re here for it.
New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and subscribe.
Our new book, “Thriving in Chaos; Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents” is available February 18, 2025 on Amazon.
Visit us at peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://atpeopleinthesqueeze.com) or @peopleinthesqueeze on Instagram or TikTok.
21 Jan 2025
Smacked by a Fish?!?
We’ve got new superpowers, ocean metaphors, a balloon that refuses to stay underwater, and a CEO confessing life’s biggest blind spot. Plus, why you need a team, a plan, and occasionally, a sense of humor to survive this chaos.
Catch Smacked by a Fish?! now on People in the Squeeze.
New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what you hear, please like and subscribe.
Website: peopleinthesqueeze.com (http://www.peopleinthesqueeze.com)
IG & TT: @peopleinthesqueeze
7 Jan 2025
Feeling Pinched?! Welcome to People in the Squeeze!
In this very first episode of 'People in the Squeeze' we reflect on the tumultuous year of 2024 and discuss our mission to be a voice in the movement to change the way we collectively talk about and experience the life stage of caring for aging parents.
We also share the personal story about a transformative lunch that inspired the creation of People in the Squeeze. We emphasize the importance of mindfulness, breathwork, and finding levity in difficult times and introduce our upcoming book 'Thriving in Chaos: A Guide to the Challenges of Aging Parents,' set to release in February 2025.
Discover how these conversations aim to create a space of light and levity, humor and humanity for those navigating the complexities of caring for aging parents.
Join us at PeopleInTheSqueeze.com. Please like and subscribe. New episodes every other Tuesday. Be well!
00:00 Welcome to People in the Squeeze
00:16 Reflecting on the Past Year
01:03 Finding Calm After Chaos
01:53 Mindfulness and Breathing
03:06 A Personal Story of Struggle
04:35 Creating a Supportive Community
06:26 Navigating the Challenges of Aging Parents
09:08 Introducing Our Podcast and Resources
13:10 Exciting Announcements and Future Plans
15:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
4 Jan 2025
It's The PITS! (People in the Squeeze)
In this heartfelt preview of the People in the Squeeze podcast, Heather and Jayne share an emotional conversation about the difficulties of caring for aging parents. As they dive deep into their personal experiences and the intense moments they've faced, they discuss how to make this challenging journey better for everyone. Join us every other week as we explore important topics, share learnings, and provide a safe space to share stories. Whether you're currently in the squeeze, anticipating it, or know someone who is, this podcast is for you. First full episode airs Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
00:00 Welcome to People in the Squeeze!
00:16 A Heartfelt Conversation
00:44 Sharing the Journey
01:28 Commitment to Improvement
01:35 Podcast Plans and Topics
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