Who Cares? with Lulu Goad

About Who Cares? with Lulu Goad

How much do you know about care? Maybe you know someone who has a carer, or maybe your friend cares for a family member. Maybe you know a little, maybe you know a lot. Well this podcast is about opening up conversations around care to give people a better understanding of what it can look like for different people. Subscribe now to learn more about the people who care!

Publisher

Lulu Goad

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Mar 2026

Latest episode

25 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Oct 2026

   Rory Grant: On parent caregiving guilt, grief & going to therapy

   This week I'm talking to my cousin, Rory Grant. I'd grown up with Rory and her family in my life, but I'd never spoken to her about her experience caregiving for her wonderful mum, Edna, who passed away in 2014. Knowing, as eloquent as Rory is, that she would speak so movingly on care and grief, I knew I had to have her join me on the podcast. We talked about caregiving guilt, grief and how going to therapy has helped Rory work through it all. Unsurprisingly, I am just as taken aback by her wisdom editing this episode, as I was when we first spoke. I hope you find as much value in Rory’s words as I do. Who Cares: Instagram: @whocarespod_ Email: hello@whocarespod.uk Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Associate Producer: Saphie Goad Music by Rory Cogavin

2. 

   10 Oct 2026

   Justin Webb: On caring for his son, diabetes advocacy & compassion

   This week on Who Cares? we're joined by BBC Radio 4's Justin Webb. Everyone will know Justin for his role as co-host of the Today programme, or the popular podcast Americast; broadly speaking you'll likely know this journalist for his daily interviewing and reporting. But you may not know that he has a complex history as a caregiver, whether in his youth, for his mother, who lived with undiagnosed psychological challenges, or more recently, from 2008, after his eight-year-old son, Sam, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Even as the well-travelled, learned journalist that he is, Justin still felt out of his depth as his family took on new everyday challenges, from medical appointments, to insulin pumps, and constant worry. Even so, just months after the diagnosis, Justin began advocating for better diabetes awareness and research and has done so ever since, even befriending another advocate in the field, the former Prime Minister, Theresa May. Although my guest’s life changed abruptly in 2008, he had learnt very early on the importance of compassion, which he writes about in his memoir, The Gift of a Radio. There is no doubt that compassion has shaped his approach to caregiving, and we both agree, that we could all do with a bit more of it. I hope you enjoy this episode. Who Cares: Instagram: @whocarespod_ Email: hello@whocarespod.uk Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Music by Rory Cogavin

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Juana Libedinsky: On her new memoir 'Downhill' & the power of writing

   To kick off season 3, I’m speaking to the writer and journalist, Juana Libedinsky. Juana is the author of the very moving memoir, ‘Downhill’ which recounts her husband’s horrifying skiing accident, in which he sustained severe traumatic brain injury and fell into a coma. As the self-described 'nerd' that she is, Juana leant on books during that time (as she would normally) to better cope with and understand what she was experiencing. As a result, the author's new book unpacks the story through musings on the writing of the likes of Joan Didion, Agatha Christie and even Nigella Lawson. For some of Juana's much-needed optimism, I couldn’t recommend her new book enough, but for now.. I hope you enjoy this episode! Juana Libedinsky: Instagram: @jlibedinsky Who Cares: Instagram: @whocarespod_ Email: hello@whocarespod.uk Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Associate Producer: Saphie Goad Music by Rory Cogavin

4. 

   5 Sept 2026

   Dearbhla Sacoman: On caring for her twin & living for two

   For the final episode of season 2, I'm speaking to Dearbhla Sacoman, a friend of our Associate Producer, a student, and listener of the pod. Dearbhla has been a secondary caregiver for most of her life to her twin sister who lives with autism, epilepsy and intellectual disabilities. Over her 21 years, Dearbhla has had to learn how someone so similar to her lives such a different life, and how to communicate that to others without 'bumming them out'. Now she's moved away from home, my guest has a new perspective on things, and shares with me what she's learnt from being a caregiver over the years. What she emphasised throughout: you never know what’s going on in other people's lives. Who Cares: Instagram: @whocarespod_ Email: hello@whocarespod.uk Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Associate Producer: Saphie Goad Music by Rory Cogavin

5. 

   22 Aug 2026

   Sophie Cobden: On SEN parenting & sharing her story online

   This week I'm speaking to Sophie Cobden, social media advocate, co-host of Not Your Typical Podcast, and SEN parent to her two children Callie and Marley. Sophie is unlike so many others in bringing her story to our screens, and has amassed a huge following; her audience seeing her day-to-day life learning and living with a neurodivergent family. In this episode, we unpack a lot of what has changed in Sophie's life and the stigmas she continues to tackle today. Find Sophie: On Instagram: @sophiecobden_ (https://www.instagram.com/sophiecobden_/?hl=en) On her podcast: Not Your Typical Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/10lViwJqv36FfdhS6swb51?si=90f4714646034096) Who Cares: Instagram: @whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/?hl=en) Email: hello@whocarespod.uk Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Music by Rory Cogavin

6. 

   8 Aug 2026

   Johnny Hanbury: On being a male nurse from Eton & founding a dementia care group

   This week I'm speaking to former NHS nurse and now founder of the dementia organisation, The Ness Care Group, Johnny Hanbury. Growing up, it wasn't expected by any stretch for a person of Johnny's upbringing to qualify as a nurse, and particularly not someone of his gender. And to this day, after more than 20 years in the NHS, Johnny is still tackling the stereotypes. In this episode, Johnny shares his thoughts on how religion has shaped his perception of care, why we should focus less on diagnosis and more on humanity, and how he hopes to inspire the next generation of male nurses. To find out more about Johnny Hanbury and his work with The Ness Care Group, visit nesscaregroup.co.uk (https://nesscaregroup.co.uk/) Instagram: @whocarespod_ Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Music: Rory Cogavin

7. 

   4 Jul 2026

   Molly Case: On palliative care, poetry and leaving a legacy

   This week's guest is Molly Case, who I discovered online telling a really moving story about her work as a palliative care nurse. When I discovered she was an acclaimed poet and writer, I was even more determined to have her on the podcast to talk about her wide-ranging interests and areas of expertise. We talk about caregiving (of course), mortality (we could've talked more on this) and leaving a legacy. We also mention her change-making recitation of her poem 'Nursing the Nation' (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOCda6OiYpg) for the Royal College of Nursing. There's almost nothing Molly hasn't done - even bachata! To find out more about Molly and her work, visit mollycasespeaks.com (mollycasespeaks.com) or find her on Instagram @mollycasespeaks (https://www.instagram.com/mollycasespeaks/) Who Cares? Executive Producer: Lulu Goad Music by Rory Cogavin Instagram: @whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/)

8. 

   20 Jun 2026

   Simon Mundy: On caring for his wife of 28 years & why we shouldn't waste time

   My second guest of S2 is Simon Mundy, a great and always entertaining friend of the family. Simon’s wife Ali was diagnosed with a brain tumour around five years ago and Simon, also facing a cancer diagnosis of his own, became a caregiver for his partner of 28 years. Being a husband and a carer is not a unique experience, but it's incredibly difficult and not something that is often discussed at the "dinner table". Although this is not an easy listen, he is very glass half full and I can’t help feeling the same when we speak. Who Cares? with Lulu Goad is Executive Produced by Lulu Goad Music by Rory Cogavin Instagram: @whocarespod_

9. 

   6 Jun 2026

   Dean Perryman: On dealing with grief by supporting others

   You will probably have heard of Empty Chairs or even Chicken Rush, but you may not know their creator, Dean Perryman. Dean didn't grow up talking about his emotions but after the loss of his best friend Rob to suicide at the end of 2025, Dean established Empty Chairs, a grassroots movement tackling loneliness by encouraging people to meet in public spaces for informal and open conversation. This episode comes at 'caring' from a new angle; how can we care for each other in our day-to-day even if we don't have "traditional" caregiving responsibilities.. Helplines & suicide support services: Call Samaritans on 116 123 (available 24/7) Call Mind on 0300 102 1234 (9am-6pm Monday-Friday) For young people: Call Papyrus 0300 102 2470 (available 24/7) or text HOPE to 88247 Links: Empty Chairs website: emptychairs.org.uk (https://www.instagram.com/emptychairsuk/?hl=en) Empty Chairs Instagram: @emptychairsuk (https://www.instagram.com/emptychairsuk/?hl=en) Chicken Rush website: chickenru.sh (https://chickenru.sh/) Chicken Rush Instagram: @thechickenrush (https://www.instagram.com/thechickenrush/) Who Cares Instagram: @whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/)

10. 

    4 Apr 2026

    Oscar Lacey-Solymar: On Parkinson's caregiving & the significance of a support network

    For our third and final episode of season one, I’m speaking to Oscar Lacey-Solymar, the son of Gillian Lacey-Solymar, the renowned Parkinson's activist (and Parky herself). Oscar's mum was diagnosed almost 15 years ago, when he was just 11. He can't imagine life without caregiving, but, to his great credit, only has positive takeaways from his experience. I hope you enjoy this episode. This podcast was hosted and produced by Lulu Goad Music by Rory Cogavin (https://www.rorycogavin.co.uk/) Who Cares? Instagram: whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/) Movers & Shakers Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/4dipKcMG0IocnGsdRmB2nJ?si=c1c7125ba8c244a6) Instagram: moversandshakerspod (https://www.instagram.com/moversandshakerspod/)

11. 

    21 Mar 2026

    Cicely Creswell: On superhero mums & being part of something bigger

    My second guest on Who Cares? is my good friend Cicely Creswell. She's an enormously talented fine line artist. Her siblings are very creative too, no doubt a passion sparked by their dad, the renowned watercolour painter, Alexander Creswell. Cicely’s dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's when she was 17. Two years into her degree at Edinburgh, Ciecly dropped out to care for her dad full time. She’s now back at university a few years on and joins me to reflect on her care experience. I hope you enjoy this episode. Cicely Creswell links: Website: cicelycreswell.com (https://cicelycreswell.com/) Instagram: @cicelycreswell (https://www.instagram.com/cicelycreswell/) Who Cares? links: Instagram: @whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/)

12. 

    7 Mar 2026

    Josh Brown: On being a young carer, guilt & the manosphere

    My first guest is documentary filmmaker Josh Brown. We met at the end of last year and got talking about care when I expressed my desire to start this show. Josh has a fascinating story about growing up as a young carer. When he was four, his great-grandmother Mary Power was diagnosed with dementia, and until the age of 13, Josh took on a range of care responsibilities. He seems only to have the greatest pearls of wisdom to share, whether as takeaways from his caring experience, or as reflections on society as a whole. Enjoy this episode with Josh. Josh: Instagram: @joshbrown._ (https://www.instagram.com/joshbrown._/) Who Cares? Instagram: @whocarespod_ (https://www.instagram.com/whocarespod_/)

13. 

    6 Mar 2026

    Introduction

    Welcome to Who Cares?, the podcast all about care. Find out more about why this show has come about in this introduction. As I mention, I'm really interested in speaking to a wide range of people to help inform others of differing care experiences (and the prominence of it in our world!). Please send me any thoughts and feedback by getting in touch via our Instagram page @whocarespod_

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