Living With Alzheimer's

Living With Alzheimer’s is a podcast about living with dementia from the perspective of Ginger, an octogenarian with early-stage Alzheimer’s, and Christoph, her son and full-time caregiver.

Their conversations with each other and with a variety of subject matter experts provide listeners with heartfelt stories of Ginger’s journey as well as best practices for other caregivers who are providing support for friends or family members living with the impacts of dementia.

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How to Reduce Overstimulation - Decreasing agitation and improving outcomes for dementia patients
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July 22, 2026

How to Reduce Overstimulation - Decreasing agitation and improving outcomes for dementia patients

In this episode of Living With Alzheimer’s, Christoph interviews Jonathan Trieber, Chief Executive Officer of Skil-Care Corporation, a manufacturer of safety and comfort healthcare products for patients in both facility and home-care settings. Jonathan shares his professional journey and how he is continuing the legacy of his father-in-law by leading Skil-Care in providing medical products that help patients stay engaged, comfortable and safe. Christoph and Jonathan discuss common sources of p
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Friends With Medical Benefits: How two friends are helping each other on their medical journeys
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June 21, 2026

Friends With Medical Benefits: How two friends are helping each other on their medical journeys

In this episode of Living With Alzheimer’s, Christoph interviews Bill Reznak and Dr. John McGuire who host the Friends with Medical Benefits podcast. They discuss how two high school buddies reunite to support each other through their medical journeys. Bill, a colon cancer survivor, and Dr John, recently diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, describe how their reunion led to their podcast about the ups and downs of aging and illness. Dr John describes the difference between “early-onset” Alz
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Elvis Has Left the Building (but the show goes on)
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May 5, 2026

Elvis Has Left the Building (but the show goes on)

In this episode on the Living with Alzheimer's podcast, Christoph describes how Ginger’s dementia journey unfolded from her Alzheimer’s diagnoses until her final days. Along the way, he also shares how his role as caregiver evolved as Ginger’s needs changed over those seven years. Christoph hopes that this overview of Ginger’s journey helps other families navigate their own journeys with loved ones who are living with dementia. To ask questions or provide topic suggestions for future episodes,
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Navigating Memory Loss: Essential Questions and Answers on Alzheimer's and Dementia
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Feb. 2, 2026

Navigating Memory Loss: Essential Questions and Answers on Alzheimer's and Dementia

In this episode of the Living with Alzheimer's podcast, Christoph interviews Dr. Catherine Madison, a Bay Area neurologist who founded the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center and recently authored Navigating Memory Loss: Essential Questions and Answers on Alzheimer's and Dementia. As Christoph and Catherine discuss the book, Catherine shares several insights about dementia diagnosis and care. Catherine provides an overview of different dementia types and their common symptoms. They discuss the phenom
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A New Approach to Dementia - Research Insights to Develop Individualized Care Strategies
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Oct. 23, 2025

A New Approach to Dementia - Research Insights to Develop Individualized Care Strategies

In this episode on the Living with Alzheimer's podcast, Christoph interviews Andrea Tales, Professor of Dementia Research at Swansea University in Wales of the United Kingdom. They discuss the book A New Approach to Dementia: Examining Sensory and Perceptual Impairment, written by Andrea and fellow researchers Jan Kremláček and Emma Richards. The book focuses on the shifting perceptions with vision, smell, taste, and hearing that can accompany changes in the brain related to dementia. Andrea
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My Two Elaines: A resource for healthier and more joyful caregiving
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May 27, 2025

My Two Elaines: A resource for healthier and more joyful caregiving

In this episode of Living with Alzheimer's, Christoph interviews Martin Schreiber, former governor of Wisconsin, about his book My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver . Marty and Christoph discuss the caregiving insights in Marty’s book and how his mindset had to shift as he transitioned from his role as a husband to that of a caregiver. They also talk about the real health risks for caregivers , and what Marty wished he had known early on in the
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