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EPISODE · May 14, 2025 · 20 MIN

A Slice of Life Special: “I lived off beans so my son could eat” says Carer James

from A Slice of Bread and Butter · host The Bread and Butter Thing

As part of our Slice of Life campaign and our mission to make life more affordable for working families, this week’s episode focuses on James. James is a support worker and devoted young dad doing everything he can to make sure his little boy is well fed, “I’ve lived off beans for two days to make sure my son eats properly”. Even with two incomes and careful budgeting, James and his partner still find themselves struggling to cover the basics. A situation common for so many of our members at the moment.  Join Mark and Vic as they chat about what poverty looks like today, being under constant financial pressure, the juggle of work, expensive childcare and trying to stay afloat. 

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As part of our Slice of Life campaign and our mission to make life more affordable for working families, this week’s episode focuses on James. James is a support worker and devoted young dad doing everything he can to make sure his little boy is well fed, “I’ve lived off beans for two days to make sure my son eats properly”. Even with two incomes and careful budgeting, James and his partner still find themselves struggling to cover the basics. A situation common for so many of our members at ...

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