A vida no fim da vida : um podcast sobre o convívio com a doença de Alzheimer

Abstract

This study presents the development of a narrative podcast that examines the impact of Alzheimer’s disease on patients, family members, and caregivers. The project aims to raise awareness, demystify the condition, and emphasize the importance of humanized care. Grounded in literary journalism (Traquina, 2005; Martinez, 2017) and audio storytelling theory (Silva, 2020; Bonini & Monclús, 2015; Lindgren, 2013), the research adopts journalistic methods such as in-depth interviews with healthcare professionals, caregivers, and specialists, as well as editing techniques tailored to podcast production. The podcast is structured into three episodes addressing the diagnosis, the caregiving process, and end-of-life experiences, also reflecting on the lives of those who remain. Dissemination takes place via the Instagram account @podcast_avidanofimdavida, which serves as a visual and informational extension of the audio content. The findings suggest that narrative podcasts are effective tools for communicating sensitive topics, promoting empathy, and broadening public access to information about Alzheimer’s disease in a more accessible and humancentered manner.