Lemonada Media
Hosted by Julia Louis-
Actor Yvette Nicole Brown explores the universal, multifaceted experience of caregiving, drawing from her own journey caring for her father with Alzheimer's.
This is an interview show where the host's own profound experience as a caregiver for a parent with dementia is the emotional and narrative core. Yvette Nicole Brown talks with other public figures, experts, and everyday people about being 'squeezed' between career, family, and the intense demands of care. The conversations are deeply personal, often covering the specific challenges of navigating Alzheimer's, balancing a public career with private duties, and the complex grief involved.
“Unlike many interview shows, the host is not a detached moderator but an active participant who shares her own parallel struggles in real-time. The direct, vulnerable bond between Yvette Nicole Brown and her guests, who often have similar stories, creates a uniquely supportive and unflinchingly honest conversation.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Emmy-nominated actress Yvette Nicole Brown, "Squeezed" is a frank and empathetic look into the realities of caregiving. Brown, known for her roles in "Community" and "A Black Lady Sketch Show," stepped back from her acting career to become the full-time caregiver for her father, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This Lemonada Media podcast, created in partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, uses that personal experience as a lens to explore the isolation, guilt, financial strain, and love inherent in caring for others.
Credentials & credits
- Actress ("Community", "A Black Lady Sketch Show", "Drake & Josh")
- Producer and Writer ("Always a Bridesmaid")
- Host and Moderator
- B.A. in Communication, University of Akron
- Primetime Emmy Award Nominee
- Serves on national board of SAG-AFTRA
Other ventures
- Voice acting ("Pound Puppies", "Elena of Avalor", "Inside Out 2")
- Advocate for the Alzheimer's Association
- Board member for DonorsChoose, EMILY's List, and MPTF Next Gen
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?Jun 10, 2026 · 45 min
- 02Raising Kids, Fighting CancerMay 22, 2026 · 30 min
- 03Caring for a Parent Who Didn’t Care for YouMay 22, 2026 · 31 min
- 04Caring for 80 Million AmericansMay 22, 2026 · 33 min
- 05Caregiver First, Actor SecondMay 22, 2026 · 36 min
- 06The Heavy Case of Caregiving and Alzheimer’s, from The Second OpinionMay 22, 2026 · 34 min
Notable episodes
- 01Caregiver First, Actor Second
This episode with actor Brandi Evans perfectly encapsulates the show's core theme: the intense conflict between a demanding, successful career and the all-consuming role of a caregiver.
- 02Caring for a Parent Who Didn’t Care for You
With guest Jonathan Hirsch, this episode tackles a uniquely complex and painful aspect of caregiving that is rarely discussed, showcasing the show's depth and willingness to explore difficult emotional territory.
- 03The Heavy Case of Caregiving and Alzheimer’s, from The Second Opinion
In this crossover episode, host Yvette Nicole Brown is the guest, allowing for a deep dive into her own personal story and the foundational experiences that led to the creation of 'Squeezed'.
What you'll be asked on this show
The format is a one-on-one interview, though some special episodes feature roundtables. Yvette Nicole Brown's hosting style is warm, empathetic, and deeply personal; she frequently shares her own caregiving stories to connect with her guests. The tone is frank and emotional, directly addressing difficult topics like caregiver rage, guilt, and the pain of a loved one's memory loss.
Questions Julia Louis- keeps coming back to
- “How did you get here?”
- “When did you first realize that maybe something was amiss?”
- “What were you most unprepared for when you entered your caregiving situation?”
- “What advice would you give families who are preparing for this?”
- “What are you doing to take care of yourself?”
- “What brings you joy? What fills your cup?”
- “What was your relationship like with your mom/dad growing up?”
- “What does it mean to you to say 'caregiver first'?”
Signature segments
- · Host sharing her own parallel caregiving experiences
- · Exploring the central theme of being 'squeezed'
- · Deep dives into the specifics of Alzheimer's and dementia care
- · Focus on the intersection of professional ambition and personal duty
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically actors, authors, and advocates who have personal caregiving stories (like Brandee Evans) or experts in fields related to care, such as neuroscientists and policy leaders (like Ai-jen Poo). The common thread is a direct, lived connection to the challenges of care.
- Brandi Evanson Caregiver First, Actor Second
- Ai-jen Pooon Caring for 80 Million Americans
- Jonathan Hirschon Caring for a Parent Who Didn’t Care for You
- Tara Kovachon Raising Kids, Fighting Cancer
- Gretchen Rubinon How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?
- Courtney Martinon How Do We Embrace Elder Care Without Losing Ourselves?
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Estimated: The audience likely consists of adults aged 40-65+, a demographic making significant health and financial decisions for themselves and their parents. This makes the show a strong fit for healthcare providers, financial services, senior living facilities, and direct-to-consumer brands focused on wellness and home life. Evidence shows sponsorships from health companies like Alloy Health and premium brands like Rivian.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch Julia Louis-
People also ask
- What is Squeezed about?
- It's a podcast hosted by actress Yvette Nicole Brown that explores the challenges, emotions, and logistics of being a caregiver, based on her own experience caring for her father with Alzheimer's.
- Who is the host?
- The host is Yvette Nicole Brown, an Emmy-nominated actress known for roles on TV shows like 'Community' and 'A Black Lady Sketch Show'.
- Why did Yvette Nicole Brown start a podcast about caregiving?
- She left the show 'Community' in 2014 to become the full-time caregiver for her father after his Alzheimer's diagnosis, and the podcast is drawn from her decade-plus of personal experience in that role.
- What is the show's format?
- It is primarily an interview-based show where Yvette Nicole Brown has frank, empathetic conversations with guests who have their own caregiving stories or expertise in the field.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, based on episode release dates from May and June 2026, the podcast is currently active.
- Where can I listen to Squeezed?
- The podcast is produced by Lemonada Media and is available on platforms like Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
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- [01]Squeezed with Yvette Nicole Brown on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [02]Yvette Nicole Brown - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]Lemonada Media - Official Sitelemonadamedia.com
- [04]Squeezed Podcast - Robert Wood Johnson Foundationrwjf.org
- [05]Salon Talks: “People didn’t understand”: Why Yvette Nicole Brown left “Community”salon.com
- [06]Parade: Yvette Nicole Brown Shares the Secret to Her Positivity and Joyparade.com
- [07]Lemonada Media - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
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