Care
Taker Talk
Podcast.
Real conversations for the people caring for the people they love.
01 · About the ShowWhat Care Taker Talk Is
Care Taker Talk covers the conversations most families postpone until they can't anymore. How to know when an aging parent needs more help. When home care makes sense and when it doesn't. How siblings divide caregiving. How to talk about money, driving, independence, end-of-life wishes, and grief.
Each 20-minute episode pairs one expert voice: A doula, hospice clinician, elder-law attorney, geriatric care manager, or home care leader, with the practical, lived reality of the people navigating these decisions.
Education and reflection, not medical, legal, or financial advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals.
02 · The TeamMeet the Hosts
Vicki leads the show's creative direction, editorial voice, and guest curation. Care Taker Talk is her vision.
Founder of Atendi, Mbili produces the show and joins Vicki on air to bring perspective from years working with home care and hospice agencies.
03 · Season OneCare Taker Talk: The First 6 Episodes
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01No One Prepared You for Becoming Your Parent’s Parent.
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02The Guide: Preparing to Care for Our Parents & Aging Loved Ones.Spotlighting 35-Year Social Work Expert Alyssa Goldberg, MSW, CDP author of "When The Botox Fades: A Survival Guide For Adult Children Dealing With Their Aging Parents"
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03What Is Palliative Care?Spotlighting 40+ Year Retired Physician and Author Dr. George J. TaylorAuthor of "A Caregiver's Guide to Palliative Medicine"
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04The S.I.M.P.L.E. Method for Navigating Senior CareSpotlighting Senior Living Professional and Creator of the S.I.M.P.L.E.™ Method, Shari RossAuthor of "Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E.™", creator of the companion workbook and the Senior Living Companion App05The Aftermath of Caregiving: Caring for a Parent With Alzheimer'sSpotlighting 18-Year Family Caregiver, Musician and Author Eric GarciaAuthor of "Uncle Scotchy & The Time Thief", a memoir shaped by eighteen years of caring for his parents06What We've Learned About Caregiving: A Candid Reflection
04 · FAQFrequently Asked Questions
What is Care Taker Talk?
Care Taker Talk is a weekly podcast presented by Atendi, focused on the practical and emotional realities of caring for aging parents. Each episode features a guest: A caregiver, clinician, or industry professional, in a real conversation about what caregiving actually looks like.
When does the podcast launch?
The first episode released Friday, September 25, 2026. New episodes drop weekly on Fridays through mid-December 2026. Season Two begins January 8, 2027.
Who are the hosts?
The show is hosted by Vicki Charles, Executive Producer and Creative Director, with Mbili Findlay, founder of Atendi, as Producer and Co-Host.
Where can I listen?
The podcast is available now on YouTube and Apple Podcasts, with Spotify launching shortly after.
How is the show related to Atendi?
The show is presented by Atendi, the technology platform for home care and hospice agencies. The podcast is an independent editorial project focused on caregivers and families.
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