Stuck in the Middle Podcast

Welcome to the Stuck in the Middle Podcast, your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of being sandwiched between raising children and caring for aging parents. Host Brian Sacks shares personal stories, insights, and practical advice drawn from decades of experience balancing these "middle" responsibilities. Each episode, tune in for inspiring interviews with industry leaders, insiders, and guests who share relatable stories and expert tips. Whether you're feeling the financial, emotional, or physical strain of being stuck in the middle, this podcast offers support, community, and practical solutions to help you thrive.

Stuck in the Middle Podcast is a kids podcast hosted by Brian Sacks, with 38 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Brian Sacks hosts Stuck in the Middle Podcast, a kids show with 38 episodes published.

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  Episode #37

  Mariam Parineh: Redefining Aging with Confidence and Concierge Support

  Dec 16, 202532 minS1

  <p>About Mariam Parineh: Mariam Parineh is the co-founder of Viva Valet, a concierge support service designed to help older adults live independently at home with dignity, confidence, and control. Drawing from decades of personal experience caring for her grandparents, her 94-year-old husband, and her aging parents spread across Iran, Malaysia, and the San Francisco Bay Area, Mariam created the “confidence aging” framework, which focuses on preserving nine types of confidence in older adults rather than just prioritizing safety and longevity.</p><p><br></p><p>Through Viva Valet, Mariam and her team provide confidence-informed concierge support—coordinating vetted local servic...

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  Episode #36

  Resilience in the Middle: Michelle Walters on Caregiving, Loss, and Reinventing Your Path

  Dec 2, 202516 minS1

  <p>About Michelle Walters: Michelle Walters is a digital marketing professional turned hypnotherapist whose life has been shaped by profound caregiving experiences, personal loss, and remarkable resilience. After earning her MBA and building a 20-year career working with major brands in the advertising and corporate marketing world, Michelle found herself repeatedly “stuck in the middle” — caring for partners with severe medical conditions while raising her son and maintaining her career.</p><p><br></p><p>Her first husband lived with cystic fibrosis and later suffered a devastating stroke. Years later, the partner she fell in love with was diagnosed with a rare...

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  Episode #35

  From Grief to Giving Back: Julie Barth’s Story of Hope and Outreach

  Nov 18, 202521 minS1

  <p>About Julie Barth: Julie Barth, author of Notes from A BlackBerry, From Blackberries to Thorns, and upcoming from Thorns to Blossoms, is a mother to six children and a professional writer whose life experiences transcend the boundaries of fiction. Her journey, marked by love, loss, and an unwavering spirit, lends authenticity to her writing. Julie's narrative style is deeply rooted in her belief that life's true essence is discovered in its most challenging moments. Her work reflects a dedication to finding joy and meaning in every experience, inspiring readers to embrace their own journeys with courage and gratitude.</p><...

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  Episode #34

  Guiding Young Adults Through Emotional Struggles and Family Transitions with Joanna Lilley

  Nov 4, 202526 minS1

  <p>About Joanna Lilley: Joanna Lilley holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from West Virginia University and is a Nationally Certified Counselor. Before entering the consulting field, she spent more than a decade working with struggling adolescents and young adults through both state-run and private wilderness therapy programs. She also served as a coach for students on academic probation and worked on a university treatment team supporting students in recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>After years of helping young adults find stability and direction, Joanna transitioned to consulting, where she now serves as an independent matchmaker between families an...

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  Episode #33

  Reducing Chaos and Confusion in the Journey to Assisted Living with Shari Ross

  Oct 21, 202522 minS1

  <p>About Shari Ross: Shari Ross is a senior living consultant, author, and aging and caregiving resource expert who has spent over a decade guiding families through the emotional and logistical complexities of elder care. A former corporate travel director and marketing executive, she brings both professional insight from senior living communities and a personal connection to dementia care through her own family experience. Shari is the author of Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E.: A Real World Guide for Navigating Senior Care for Your Loved One, a practical and compassionate roadmap designed to replace confusion with...

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