Advertise on podcast: You Forgot That I Existed

Send us Fan Mail We have a supersized episode for you today!    Al Isaacs , author of Finding Mary Smith, shares his extraordinary journey of discovering his adoption and reconnecting with his birth family through DNA testing, old documents, and relentless research. We're talking about identity, family secrets,  & the power of technology to connect with the past. It's a really fun conversation about perseverance, human connection, and alot of serendipity! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail It's our 3 Year annivrsary this week.  Can you believe?!? This week we are updating you on GAGA,  promoting the Dallas Dementia Symposium in Dallas SEPT 18,  & introducing you to GUIDE, a federal program that can help provide cargiving help. This episode starts off strong with Joanna throwing a fit.  Lots of menopause talk this week :) Also discussing The Pastor's Wife and Earle Meets World on Netflix. Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This Week!  Sue, her friend Michelle,  and Tina from Ruby Care Senior Advisors set out on a search for memory care for Michelle's awesome dad!   Sue explains what Ruby Care does and how beneficial this service is when looking for senior living. Sue & Joanna discuss MAID,  University Of Alabama chapter of Sigma Kappa and their support of The Alz Assoc.,   and for fun  they are both watching Sterling Point on Amazon Prime.  YAY!  Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail We're all over the place today!   Our Bff gets married. Katie Couric gets amnesia. The UK continues to make breakthroughs in Alzheimer's research. Hearing loss contributes to dementia. Robot wheelchairs at LAX. Booty padded undies. Enjoy! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This Week!  Listener's Questions! More crafty scams are targeting you.  Recognize the signs of a scam and protect yourself and loved ones. Dying with Dignity...Where do you stand and is this even considerable for Alzheimer's  or Dementia patients? Father's day !  Gift ideas and when do you let the kids handle dad's day. Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail We're celebrating 2 graduations this week!  Joanna graduated from Flight Attendant training (again) and Sue's son graduates college! Also!  We have and update on Gaga,  talk GLP-1 for Alzheimers, and preventative health screenings and vaccines. Things we are loving this week:  Famesick by Lena Dunham,  Margo's Got Money Troubles on Apple, and The Testaments on hulu. Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This Week!  Special Guest Suzanne McElhaney shares her journey through caregiving for her mother, navigating emotional and physical challenges, and finding support and coping strategies. Discover practical advice, community insights, and mindfulness techniques to support caregivers in similar situations. Joanna shares her new career move (again). and shares What's Up With Gaga! Sue gets her 2nd colonoscopy!  yay! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joey Shewee, a seasoned Enneagram expert and author of When Working Together Doesn't Work, shares her deep understanding of this personality system and how it can transform personal and professional relationships. Whether you're new to the Enneagram or looking to deepen your knowledge, Joey offers practical insights for everyday life.     We discuss how the enneagram and Joey's book can help with family and workplace environments! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This week Sue chats with author Glenna Hecht who shares her inspiring journey of caring for her mother with dementia, introducing her transformative game that rekindled their relationship and offers practical insights for caregivers. This episode explores emotional resilience, innovative caregiving strategies, and the power of love and presence. What started as a personal experience has become a movement. Glenna's goal is to get this book into 200,000 hands and donate $2 million to Alzheimer's dementia research. She is donating 30 % of this book's profits to that cause.  https://glennahecht.com/ amazon link   https://a.co/d/0dEpA5xQ Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This Week!   We discuss a recent study out of CU Boulder ,  The other 'Alzheimer's protein': The quest to prevent toxic tau buildup in the brain.   CU Boulder Today | University of Colorado Boulder   We're always looking for hope in Alzheimer's treatment and want to share latest breakthroughs  in neurodegenerative disease treatment. We also recap the oscars and share some favorite things!   Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This week we chat about television shows and the comfort or escapism it provides. Do you escape into Reality TV?  competition shows?  Medical dramas?  We love it all! We also preview what's coming up on the pod!  Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail We love answering listener's questions!   This week we answer a question that comes up a lot!   Is Joanna always so cheery? The answer is of course,  no, and trigger warning, we play an audio of her in the depths of sadness after a rough visit with Gaga.   When do you look into rehoming pets if your loved one is starting to neglect? How do you feel about therapy? How important is finding a therapist you vibe with? Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail Are you putting off any health or cancer screenings?   Please make that call.  What are you waiting for?  This week we discuss our disappointment in finding out a revered longevity Dr.  is in the E Files  & You don't truly understand challenges until you experience them yourself.Caregiving involves learning from mistakes and adapting to new situations.Health awareness is crucial, especially regarding preventative care like colonoscopies.Media representations can influence our understanding of aging and illness.Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This Week!   We reached out to members of our facebook group and asked what advice they would share with someone starting a caregiving journey.    The information and advise is really great!!   Things we had never thought of before.  Good Stuff! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram

Send us Fan Mail This week!   We reflect on recent violent events, & discuss the implications of current events on personal lives.  -navigate the complexities of power of attorney and guardianship.   - define the role of ombudsman in care facilities. What's Up With Gaga & Tales from the Bus Barn! Thanks For Listening! Joanna Anderson & Sue Nicolaidis https://www.instagram.com/youforgotpod/?next=%2F https://thenokbox.sjv.io/POkLyN    Order Your Nok Box here! https://getjubileetv.com        YOUFORGOT25. for $25.00 off https://checkout.memorygram.com?sca_ref=7997060.CiKNpANqX8  Memorygram