{"podcast":{"title":"The Aging Parent Playbook","slug":"the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576","podcast_index_feed_id":7053576,"rss_url":"https://feeds.zencastr.com/f/MkJB5DYZ.rss","website_url":"https://www.theagingparentcoach.com","image_url":"https://media.zencastr.com/image-files/66f9ba80ffd8d373e23267af/2889e7b2-2fcc-48f3-b303-1644098a3b97.png","author":"admin@theagingparentcoach.com","episode_count":67,"summary":"Welcome to The Aging Parent Playbook, the ultimate resource for adult children navigating the complex journey of caring for aging parents. Hosted by Dr. Barbara Sparacino, a triple board-certified psychiatrist, this podcast offers expert insights, practical tips, and compassionate guidance on essential topics like legal issues, caregiver burnout, memory loss, and home safety modifications. Each episode dives deep into the challenges of caregiving, equipping you with the tools to support your aging loved ones while managing your own well-being. Whether you're facing difficult conversations about health and finances or seeking strategies for managing family dynamics, The Aging Parent Playbook is here to help you every step of the way. Join our community of listeners and gain access to invaluable advice and support tailored specifically for adult children of aging parents. Subscribe now and empower yourself to create a positive caregiving experience for you and your family!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-21T10:17:20.739451+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 63: Three Questions to Ask Before You Believe Any Doctor","slug":"episode-63-three-questions-to-ask-before-you-believe-any-doctor","published_at":"2026-06-22T03:04:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576/episode-63-three-questions-to-ask-before-you-believe-any-doctor","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576","url":"https://zencastr.com/z/R1Tq86nr","audio_url":"https://redirect.zencastr.com/r/episode/6a38a63e899af9e537e11296/size/804857059/video-files/66f9ba80ffd8d373e23267af/cadf724d-cdb6-4317-90f9-cd28b9421d09.mp4","summary":"In this episode, I share the three most important questions every adult child should ask during a parent's medical appointment. Too often, families leave the doctor's office with more confusion than clarity, unsure of what was decided, what to watch for, or what happens next. I'll show you how to advocate effectively, understand the bigger picture, and make sure your parent's care aligns with what matters most to them. These simple but powerful questions can transform the way you navigate the healthcare system and help you walk away from appointments feeling informed, confident, and prepared.","meta_description":"In this episode, I share the three most important questions every adult child should ask during a parent's medical appointment. Too often, families leave…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1861,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576/episodes/episode-63-three-questions-to-ask-before-you-believe-any-doctor/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-aging-parent-playbook-7053576/episode-63-three-questions-to-ask-before-you-believe-any-doctor.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}