Episodes 13
Avg. Duration 1h 4m
Activity Highly Active
Since Aug 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

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Weekly
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Before the Crisis is a podcast where honest conversation meets expert insight in the world of senior care and life transitions. Hosted by Liz Keller, founder of Golden Concierge and Senior Transition Specialist, the show explores the real questions, common misconceptions, and meaningful breakthroughs that shape the aging journey. From planning for senior living to reimagining what it means to age well, each episode offers thoughtful guidance for the road ahead. Through candid conversations with industry leaders, caregivers, and families who have lived these experiences firsthand, Before the Crisis brings practical advice and heartfelt stories to the forefront. Whether you are a professional in the field, a family caregiver, or simply thinking ahead for yourself or someone you love, the podcast offers trusted resources, compassionate perspective, and a sense of connection when it matters most.

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Recent Episodes

Before the Crisis: Sex, Aging, Parkinson’s & Dignity with Stephanie Wilson, MS

May 15, 2026 1h 18m

In this relaunch episode of Before the Crisis, Liz sits down with Stephanie Wilson, MS, Manager of Programs and Community Engagement for APDA Iowa, for a candid conversation about a topic many…

Before the Crisis with Angie Sly: What Happens When No One Tells You It’s Dementia

May 01, 2026 1h 8m

What happens when something feels off… but no one tells you what’s really going on?In this episode of Before the Crisis, Angie Sly shares her raw and honest experience caring for her mother through…

Real Senior Advocacy and the Dignity of Risk in Senior Care | The Golden Hour

Nov 19, 2025 39m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz sits down with Golden Concier teammates Tasha Tucker and Jody Jones to talk about what real advocacy looks like in senior care and to officially welcome Jody…

How the Iowa Ombudsman Protects Seniors’ Rights Every Day | The Golden Hour

Oct 17, 2025 53m

In this powerful episode of The Golden Hour, host Liz Keller sits down with Angela Van Pelt, Iowa’s State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and Melanie Kempf, Program Manager for Quality and Process…

Leading with Heart: Ethics and Humanity in Senior Living with Dr. Malinda Shultice | The Golden Hour

Oct 10, 2025 58m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, host Liz Keller sits down with Dr. Malinda Shultice to have a brutally honest conversation about the realities of senior living — from the financial pressures and…

From Medicaid to Memory Care: Tasha Tucker on Guiding Families Through Senior Transitions | The Golden Hour

Oct 03, 2025 53m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz Keller sits down with Tasha Tucker, senior care specialist and Medicaid expert at Golden Concierge. Tasha shares her journey from working in hospitals and…

Aging in Place: Housing Help, Grants, and Safety Programs with Dave Williamson | The Golden Hour

Sep 26, 2025 34m

What does it really take to keep seniors safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes?In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz Keller sits down with Dave Williamson, Housing Services Manager…

Bridging the Gap Between Palliative and Hospice Care with Aimee Spores | The Golden Hour

Sep 19, 2025 34m

When you or a loved one faces a serious illness, navigating the healthcare system can feel overwhelming. That’s where leaders like Aimee Spores, Director of Hospice and Palliative Care at WesleyLife,…

Aging with Dignity with Jeff Raines | The Golden Hour

Sep 12, 2025 54m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz sits down with Jeff Raines, owner of Senior Helpers Des Moines. For more than a decade, Jeff and his team have walked alongside Iowa families, providing…

From Loss to Legacy: Matt Richman on Securing Retirement | The Golden Hour

Sep 05, 2025 1h 36m

What does it take to create a retirement that’s both secure and stress-free? In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz Keller sits down with Matthew Richman (RICP®, CFF®, CAS®, NSSA®), founder of Iron…

Designing for Dignity: Accessibility, Universal Design & Equity with Molly Wuebker

Aug 29, 2025 1h 39m

In this illuminating episode, Liz Keller welcomes Molly Wuebker, occupational therapist, accessibility advocate, and founder of Uncurbed, to explore how universal and inclusive design can break…

Navigating Medicaid with Confidence: Luann Sechrist on Family, Finances & Long-Term Care | The Golden Hour

Aug 22, 2025 1h 34m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, we sit down with Luann Sechrist, founder of Senior Planning Solutions, to unpack the truth about Medicaid planning.Luann explains:Why putting a child’s name on…

Estate Planning, Elder Law & Protecting Your Family’s Future | Golden Hour

Aug 15, 2025 1h 9m

In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz Keller sits down with attorney Matthew Bollman of Pearson Bollman Law to talk about the legal and financial decisions that every family should prepare for as…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Before the Crisis have?

Before the Crisis has published 13 episodes since August 2025, covering topics in Business, Education.

Is Before the Crisis still active?

Before the Crisis is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 4m.

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