Feisty Side of Fifty
543 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsCelebrating baby boomers fifty and better who are on the move and transforming the spirit and style of aging!
Give me just fifteen minutes of your time and I’ll give you interviews with authors, actors, and experts who will inspire you to make significant and positive change in your own life.
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National Geographic Kids—Weird But True: World 2024
August 29, 2023 16:00 - 11 minutes - 4.99 MBIf you’re a grandparent, you already know there’s no greater joy than sharing a colorful, information-packed book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Kathryn Williams. Kathryn has been editing, as well as writing and illustrating, children's books at National Geographic Kids for 8 years. She loves getting to learn about all the weird and wonderful animals who inhabit our planet, so I’m guessing she was awfully excited about editing the book we’ll be discussing today. It...
Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo: Claim Your Swagger
August 25, 2023 16:00 - 25 minutes - 11.2 MBWho among us wouldn’t want to live a long, healthy, and meaningful life that’s filled with joy and fulfillment? Our guest, Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo, is an expert on helping us do just that! Jennifer joins us to share how we engage our minds to look forward each day with positivity and anticipation. Her book is entitled: Claim Your Swagger, and the subtitle reads: Stop Surviving and Start Thriving. And, believe me, this book is a step-by-step guide to creating a life that’s truly filled with ...
National Geographic Kids: Can’t Get Enough Horse Stuff, Christina Sauer
August 21, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes - 5.26 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a lively, colorful, and information-packed book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Christina Sauer. Christina is an associate editor for National Geographic Kids Books. She’s edited numerous titles including the Go Wild! series and National Geographic Readers. As an avid supporter of STEAM education, Christina has had the privilege of creating children’s media for Disney Junior and NASA. Ch...
Maybe It’s Your Medications: Dr. Hedva Barenholtz LevyThe feisty side of fifty i
August 16, 2023 15:30 - 26 minutes - 11.6 MBThe feisty side of fifty is just the time to focus on making improvements to your health and wellbeing. Each of us wants to remain strong and fit for as long as possible and that’s where Dr. Hedva Barenholtz Levy can really help. Join this highly regarded pharmacist as she shares the latest information on medical prescriptions, over the counter drugs, supplements and their possible issues and interactions. An estimated 19-million adults who are 65 and older are taking 5 or more medications d...
Dr. Stephanie Faubion: The New Rules of Menopause
August 02, 2023 15:30 - 15 minutes - 6.5 MBAre you a boomer who is concerned about maintaining your youth and vitality for years to come? If so… you will want to be sure to take a listen to what Dr. Stephanie Faubion has to say. Dr. Faubion is the Director of Mayo Clinic’s Center for Women’s Health and is chair of the Department of Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. She has practiced at the Mayo Clinic’s Women’s Health Clinic at for over 18 years and also serves as the medical director for The North American Menopa...
Maia Toll: Letting Magic In
June 30, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 9.12 MBAre you a boomer who hopes to celebrate your true and authentic self and find the magic in life no matter how many years roll by? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Maia Toll, has to say. Maia is the best-selling author of The Wild Wisdom series, including The Illustrated Herbiary, and The Night School. Her insights into magic took off in Ireland where she spent time with a traditional healer, studying the growing cycles of plants, the alchemy of medicine makin...
Kris Ashley: Change Your Mind to Change Your Reality
May 31, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 9.81 MBWho among us wouldn’t want to create a healthy, fulfilling reality for ourselves that’s filled with meaning and joy? Our guest, Kris Ashley, is an expert on helping us do just that. She is a coach, author, yoga teacher, and motivational speaker who has spent the past two decades immersing herself in the research, spiritual teachings, and practices she shares. Kris joins us to share all about her soon-to-be released book entitled: Change Your Mind to Change Your Reality. I’ve had the great pl...
Fritz Coleman: Unassisted Living
May 23, 2023 16:30 - 22 minutes - 9.82 MBWe Baby Boomers have always been a revolutionary generation and I like to say that we’re now revolutionizing the spirit and style of aging. Yet we can’t deny that we do face a number of challenges when it comes to life in our golden years. Nevertheless, these problems can be greatly diminished if we maintain our zest for life, curiosity and, most of all, our sense of humor. And that’s where our guest is a true expert! Veteran weatherman for the NBC TV channel in Los Angeles, Fritz Coleman, ...
Robert Wilson, From Strawberry Fields to Abbey Road: The Billy Shears Story
May 21, 2023 19:00 - 27 minutes - 11.9 MBEvery boomer out there remembers the famous British invasion of the 1960s and how those four mop tops stole the hearts of American teens everywhere. But then, in 1969, those hearts were crushed by the news that the “cute Beatle,” Paul, had been killed in an automobile accident back in 1966. Moreover, it was rumored that, to avoid worldwide shock and grief, the real Paul had been replaced by look-alike Billy Shears. How well we recall that devastating news. That is, until we found out later th...
Carlton Ward Jr., National Geographic: Path of the Panther
May 18, 2023 16:30 - 12 minutes - 5.43 MBCarlton Ward Jr. is a conservation photographer and National Geographic Explorer whose passion for nature was inspired by the Florida landscape. His mission is to protect Florida’s endangered wilderness and engage others through his passion and expertise on the topic as well as his photography. Carlton founded Florida Wild, which is a media and production company aimed at protecting wild Florida by way of communicating and illustrating its natural wonders for all to enjoy. Carlton is also th...
National Geographic Kids—Weird But True: Sharks
May 11, 2023 15:30 - 11 minutes - 4.81 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a colorful, information-packed book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Kathryn Williams. Kathryn has been editing, as well as writing and illustrating, children's books at National Geographic Kids for 8 years. She loves getting to learn about weird and wonderful animals and confesses to a special fondness for creepy crawly critters. So I’m guessing that she was pretty excited about the oppor...
Angela D. Coleman: The Art of Chilling Out for Women
May 10, 2023 19:30 - 19 minutes - 8.67 MBWho among us wouldn’t want to live a long, healthy, and relatively stress-free life? Our guest, Angela D. Coleman, is joining us to share all about her just released book entitled: The Art of Chilling Out for Women. The subtitle of her book reads: Transform Burned Out to Chilled Out and the book is a step-by-step guide to doing just that. Angela is a holistic health expert with training in clinical psychology, trauma, and natural well-being. She’s also the founder of Sisterhood Agenda and th...
I Kick and I Fly: Ruchira Gupta
April 19, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 5.5 MBDespite the many upsides of age, a long life means that we have witnessed a number of horrendous events. And one of the most horrendous of all is still going on and affecting countless young women today… and that is human trafficking. Our guest, Ruchira Gupta, is a writer, feminist campaigner, professor at New York University and founder of the anti-sex-trafficking organization, Apne Aap Women Worldwide. She won the Clinton Global Citizen award in 2009, the Sera Bangali Award in 2012 and an ...
Money Isn’t Everything, Everything is Money: Tom Shepard
April 17, 2023 15:30 - 18 minutes - 7.94 MBAre you a boomer who is either considering or already in retirement and concerned about your finances? Do you ever ponder the relationship between money and your general wellbeing? If relate to either of the questions above, you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Tom Shepard, has to say. Tom is a Certified Financial Planner who specializes in helping his clients understand their personal financial nature and how this impacts their decisions when it comes to money, investm...
The Plant Love Kitchen: Marisa Moore
April 04, 2023 16:00 - 16 minutes - 7.13 MBHave you decided to start eating healthier as you age? Do you want to incorporate more nutritious foods into your diet without spending hours in the kitchen and tons of money at the grocery store? Have you considered adding more plant-based options to your menu but aren’t yet sure how to do it? If so, you won’t want to miss this show! Our guest,Marisa Moore, is a registered dietitian nutritionist with a background in chronic disease prevention and culinary nutrition. She’s now added to her a...
National Geographic Kids, Weird But True: Middle Ages
March 21, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 4.71 MBAs a grandparent, you know there are few things better than sharing a book with your grandchildren… especially one that’s lively, entertaining and educational. Today’s show is my third in a series from National Geographic Kids books and this one is truly exceptional. The book is called, WEIRD BUT TRUE! KNOW IT ALL: THE MIDDLE AGES and I’m thrilled that the author, Michael Burgan, is joining us to share more about this amazing read. Michael specializes in writing books about history, current ...
National Geographic Kids: Zeus the Mighty: The Voyage on the Oddest Sea
March 17, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes - 5.33 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a lively, adventure-packed book with your grandchildren that both entertains and educates them at the same time. And that brings us to our guest, Crispin Boyer. Crispin has written more than 20 books for National Geographic Kids, wherein he’s covered numerous topics that young readers find fascinating. His non-fiction books have run the gamut from bugs to sharks and from ninjas to knights in shining armor. Crispi...
National Geographic Kids: That's Fact-tastic!, Emily Fego
March 16, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 5.02 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a lively, colorful and information-packed book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Emily Fego. Emily is an assistant editor for the National Geographic Kids Books team and boy does she have a real goody to share! She joins us today to share all about the latest book published by National Geographic Kids. It’s called., That's Fact-tastic!: Mind-blowing, Eye-popping, Jaw-dropping Stuff About O...
Cynthia Marks: And Now Love
March 10, 2023 17:00 - 18 minutes - 7.88 MBAre you a boomer who hopes to maintain an upbeat, fulfilling look at life no matter how many years roll by? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Cynthia Marks, has to say. Cynthia was married to Dr. Bernard Bail, a highly decorated WWII Veteran and world-renowned psychoanalyst who pioneered an innovative psychoanalytic theory that advocates for the equality of women and pinpoints the origins of mental illness. His work is so revered that a movie has been created ...
You Are Here: Connecting Flights, Ellen Oh
March 08, 2023 16:30 - 12 minutes - 5.29 MBIf you’re looking for a great read to share with your middle-grade grandchildren look no further! Our guest,Ellen Oh, is the author/editor of multiple books for middle graders and young adults and was named winner of the Asia/Pacific American Award for Literature for her book, Finding Junie Kim. She has also been honored with the ALAN Award, which is presented to those authors who’ve made outstanding contributions to the field of adolescent literature. And, in addition to writing these and...
Florence Ann Romano, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community
March 06, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes - 7.59 MBAre you a boomer who wants to live a life that’s fulfilling, inspiring and packed with opportunities for joy and happiness? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Florence Ann Romano, has to say. Florence Ann is a personal growth strategist and author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life. This wonderful resource was just released in February andprovides strategies for building healthy, supportive friendship networks (al...
Andrea Dunlop: Women Are the Fiercest Creatures
March 02, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 5.65 MBEveryone loves getting lost in the pages of a great read—especially one that both entertains us with a captivating story as well as explores the ongoing challenges women face in society today. Our guest, Andrea Dunlop, has written just such a book. You might recognize Andrea’s name as a well-known novelist who has authored several books featuring strong women who find themselves in challenging circumstances. Her latest book, WOMEN ARE THE FIERCEST CREATURES, is no exception. The novel featu...
Never Forget Eleanor: Helping Kids Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
February 27, 2023 16:00 - 16 minutes - 7.05 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a story with your grandchildren that’s delightfully entertaining while it delivers an important, life-affirming message. That’s where our guests today come in. Their message holds particular significance for us baby boomers and, of course, our grandchildren. Jason June is a New York Times bestselling children’s book author who loves writing memorable and moving stories that children and their adult caregivers can ...
Senior Gut Health: Dr. Thomas Wnorowski
February 21, 2023 16:30 - 19 minutes - 8.7 MBThe feisty side of fifty is just the time to focus on making improvements to your health and wellbeing. Each of us wants to remain strong and fit for as long as possible and that’s where Dr. Thomas Wnorowski can really help. Join this highly regarded physician as he shares the latest information on gut health and how to keep your microbiome happy and thriving as you age. If you care about aging well and spending many more happy years with your children and grandchildren, you won’t want to mi...
Mountain Girl: Marilyn Moss Rockefeller
February 20, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 10.4 MBAre you a boomer who hopes to maintain your youthful outlook and zest for life for years to come? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Marilyn Moss Rockefeller has to say. Marilyn has written an incredible memoir that shares her journey from humble beginnings on an Appalachian farm to heading up a multi-million-dollar company. She’s one of us (a woman of a certain age), and her story of grit, determination and a positive outlook will help to motivate each of us as we face t...
Courtiers: Intrigue, Ambition and the Power Players Behind the House of Windsor,
January 25, 2023 18:00 - 12 minutes - 5.07 MBAre you fascinated with stories about the British Royal family? Do current revelations by Prince Harry and his wife whet your appetite for more? Does the topic of palace intrigue and the people and power behind the throne pique your interest? Well, if any of the above statements are true, this show is for you! Our guest, veteran journalist at The Times, Valentine Low, has been writing about the royal family for over a quarter of a century. Valentine is known for his insight as well as his me...
Stories & Heart: Sharon Price John
January 18, 2023 16:00 - 13 minutes - 5.85 MBAre you a boomer who hopes to maintain your youthful outlook and zest for life for years to come? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Sharon Price John has to say. Sharon has served as president and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop since 2013. She was born in a small town in Tennessee, far from the trappings of wealth and fame, yet she has created a life of achievement and success. And, all the while, Sharon had to face and overcome great odds as an executive in the competitiv...
National Geographic Kids: 1000 Facts About Space, Dean Regas
January 13, 2023 16:00 - 12 minutes - 5.2 MBIf you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a lively, colorful and information-packed book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Dean Regas. Dean is the former host of PBS’s Star Gazers and is currently an astronomer at the Cincinnati Observatory. He’s also authored an incredible six books and numerous articles on space and observational astronomy. In fact, Dean was named the winner of the 2008 “Out-of-this-World” Award for astronomy edu...
The Mayo Clinic Diet—Resolve to Get Healthy in 2023!
January 04, 2023 17:30 - 15 minutes - 6.58 MBWe boomers know that nothing supports a healthy life more than giving our bodies the nutrition we need—especially as we age. That’s where our guest, Dr. Donald Hensrud, can really help. Dr. Hensrud is a specialist in nutrition and weight management at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. His resume includes serving as the medical director of the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program as well as being the medical director of the Mayo Clinic Executive Health Program. Dr. Hensrud has also has autho...
The Noom Mindset: Learn the Science, Lose the Weight, Andreas Michaelides, Ph.D.
January 03, 2023 16:30 - 12 minutes - 5.1 MBWouldn’t it be great to truly master your issues around weight management once and for all? For the first time, The Noom Mindset offers a deeper look at the proven strategies and tools for navigating personal health in a world where it is increasingly difficult to make healthy choices. Noom has helped millions of users using the mindset tactics that this book teaches. The Noom Mindset provides the tools to help you reach your goals, your way. Join Dr. Andreas Michaelides, Chief of Psychology...
Noah Strycker: National Geographic’s BIRDING BASICS: TIPS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES
December 19, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 5.2 MBOur guest, Noah Strycker, is an author, photographer and a birding guide whose books include, among others, National Geographic’s BACKYARD GUIDE TO THE BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA and BIRDS OF THE PHOTO ARK. Noah is also a penguin researcher, and an associate editor of BIRDING magazine so this guy knows his birds for sure. Noah joins us to share all about his latest work. It’s published by National Geographic and is called: BIRDING BASICS: TIPS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR GREAT BIRD WATCHING. The b...
Robert Bathurst: A World of Curiosities
December 15, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 5.27 MBEveryone loves a tale of intrigue and suspense, especially when it’s richly populated with the fascinating characters penned by Louise Penny. Today’s guest has brought Penny’s much beloved detective, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache to life with his critically acclaimed performances for Macmillan Audio. You know Robert Bathurst as Sir Anthony Strallan on Downton Abbey, but we’ll forgive him for so rudely leaving Lady Edith at the altar now that he’s moved on to portraying a much more thoughtfu...
Can We Trust AI? Rama Chellappa, Ph.D.
December 09, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 7.57 MBThe baby boomer generation has encountered some major shifts that have greatly impacted our lives. Many of these monumental changes were totally unexpected back in our younger years, especially those around technology and Artificial Intelligence. Thankfully, there’s no one better to speak with about this topic than our guest today, Rama Chellappa, Ph.D. Dr. Chellappa is a pioneering researcher and inventor in the fields of computer vision, artificial intelligence and machine learning. In add...
APOLLO REMASTERED: Andy Saunders
December 06, 2022 16:00 - 14 minutes - 6.07 MBOur guest, Andy Saunders, is one of the world's foremost experts of NASA digital restoration. His work has been exhibited in numerous museums, and has also appeared on BBC News, The Daily Telegraph, Smithsonian's Air & Space Magazine, The Washington Post, as well as in NASA's own archives. And, true to his reputation, Andy has created a masterwork that belongs in the library of every boomer out there. We well remember the amazing feats of the Apollo Space Program and Andy’s book, APOLLO REMA...
Heartwood: Barbara Becker
December 01, 2022 16:30 - 16 minutes - 7.26 MBMany of us boomers have learned to put life into perspective and live more fully and consciously. After all, those wrinkles staring back in the mirror are a great reminder that life doesn’t go on forever. On that note, we were blessed to have a very special guest join us on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Barbara Becker. Barbara is an interfaith minister who has written an award-winning book that is both a meaningful and an inspiring roadmap for life. Her focus is on guiding us to use our own de...
Reconnecting After Isolation: Dr. Susan Noonan
November 29, 2022 16:30 - 15 minutes - 6.7 MBAre you a boomer who has been feeling the weight and loneliness of isolation brought on by the pandemic? Are you feeling anxious about reconnecting with friends and family for the holidays after being alone for so long? If so, you are not alone. Our guest, Dr. Susan Noonan, is a physician, Certified Peer Specialist and mental health and wellness coachwho specializes in helping people manage anxiety and depression. She joins us to share all about her latest book, Reconnecting After Isolation,...
Age Isn’t What It Used To Be: Dr. Frieda Birnbaum
November 18, 2022 22:30 - 18 minutes - 8.19 MBJoin acclaimed research psychologist, psychoanalytic therapist, highly regarded author and frequent guest expert on national media,Dr. Frieda Birnbaum, as she shares why aging isn’t what it used to be. In fact, Dr. Birnbaum is an expert on redefining age in today’s society. Her award-winning book is entitled, Life Begins at 60 and she joins us today to share her thoughts on why growing older has been totally transformed by the social norms of today. If you hope to reenergize your outlook and...
NakedPoppy, Clean, Healthy, Personalized, Skin Care/Makeup: Jaleh Bisharat
November 17, 2022 17:30 - 19 minutes - 8.48 MBAre you a boomer who cares about living a healthy, beautiful and productive life? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Jaleh Bisharat has to say. Jaleh is the co-founder and CEO of NakedPoppy, a clean beauty e-tailer and winner of the 2022 Beacon Award from the trade publication, Beauty Independent. Before Jaleh startedNakedPoppy, she served as VP of marketing at Amazon, OpenTable, Upwork and Eventbrite. At most of these companies, Jaleh arrived at their early s...
Nava Atlas: Vegetariana
November 14, 2022 16:30 - 26 minutes - 11.5 MBHave you decided to start eating healthier by choosing more plant-based foods? Do you want to incorporate these wholesome foods into your diet without spending hours in the kitchen, yet still enjoying meals that are as delicious as they are nutritious? Have you considered adding more vegan options to your menu but aren’t yet sure how to do it? If so, you won’t want to miss this show! Nava Atlas, celebrated vegan and vegetarian cookbook author has just come out with an update to her very firs...
National Geographic’s 100 Cities, 5000 Ideas: Joe Yogerst
November 10, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 5.17 MBJoe Yogerst is an editor, writer, and photographer who has lived and worked on four continents: Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. His writing has appeared in numerous major publications including, among others, Conde Nast Traveler, CNN Travel, and National Geographic Traveler as well as in more than40 National Geographic books. Joe joins us to share all about his latest must-have book, National Geographic’s 100 Cities, 5000 Ideas. I know each of you is going to want to have this one i...
Jill Demby Guest: AND NOW, LOVE
November 08, 2022 18:00 - 18 minutes - 7.98 MBEveryone loves a great documentary that not only entertains but also enlightens us as to the intricacies of the human condition. Our guest, Jill Demby Guest, has written, directed and produced just such a film. Jill is an Emmy nominated, multi-Award-winning producer, writer, and director. Most recently, Jill has written, directed and produced a documentary that each of you is going to want to check out. It’s called AND NOW, LOVE, and explores love, loss, resilience and spirituality in the ...
Media Path Podcast: Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker
November 02, 2022 17:00 - 22 minutes - 9.67 MBWe boomers can’t deny that we face a number of challenges when it comes to life in our golden years. In addition to health issues, these include maintaining our curiosity and zest for life. That’s why this show promises to be especially uplifting, informative and fun. Veteran weatherman for the NBC-TV channel in Los Angeles, Fritz Coleman, and Louise Palanker, longtime radio producer and documentarian, have joined forces to create a lively, informative and fun-filled podcast aimed at those ...
National Geographic: Treasures of Egypt
October 20, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 7.06 MBOur guest, Ann Williams, is a National Geographic writer/editor who specializes in cultural heritage preservation and writing about the ancient world. In her role, Ann has been lucky enough to witness many incredible and awe-inspiring discoveries. And, in turn, these amazing discoveries are to be found in the book she shares with us today. It’s called Treasures of Egypt and literally is a true treasure trove of photographs and fascinating facts that features magnificent architecture, gilded ...
National Geographic: Food Journeys of a Lifetime
October 19, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes - 4.86 MBWe feisty boomers know that one of life’s greatest pleasures is enjoying the culinary delights of new and delicious foods. That’s why this show promised to be especially informative and fun. Our guest, Glen Mutel, is a renowned food and travel journalist, based in London. He is the editor of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK), which he launched in 2019. Prior to this, Glen also worked as deputy editor on National Geographic Traveller (UK) and as editor of ABTA Magazine. His passions ...
National Geographic: Complete National Parks of the United States
October 18, 2022 17:00 - 13 minutes - 5.87 MBOur guest, Allyson Johnson, is a senior editor for National Geographic books, where she publishes travel, photography, and cookbooks. Over her career, Allyson has no doubt been lucky enough to witness many incredible and awe-inspiring sights. But none are more impressive than those to be found in the book she shares with us today. The book is called America The Beautiful: Complete National Parks of the United States. And this beautiful work of art contains a treasure trove of fascinating inf...
Howard Yaruss: Understandable Economics
September 13, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 6.44 MBAre you a boomer who wants to live a life that’s fulfilling, financially stable and with enough money to provide opportunities for happiness and comfort? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Howard Yaruss, has to say. Howard is an economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and activist who enjoys explaining complex issues in a clear, interesting and easily accessible way. To these ends, he’s just come out with a book that is both enlightening and certainly time...
Kim and Mike Barnes: Parenting Aging Parents
September 01, 2022 16:00 - 17 minutes - 7.68 MBThose of us over fifty know only too well that age brings challenges. And some of them, in fact, are so big they can seem insurmountable. Caring for an aging parent, especially one with a debilitating disease, can be difficult. But… when that aging parent is one of us, it adds a whole new dimension to the equation. Our guests, Kim and Mike Barns, are addressing that very challenge. They’ve created an online community, Parenting Aging Parents, to reach adult children struggling to provide sup...
B.B. Alston: Amari and the Great Game
August 31, 2022 16:30 - 12 minutes - 5.07 MBIf you’re looking for a great read to share with your middle-grade grandchildren… look no further! Our guest, B.B. Alston, hails from South Carolina and confesses to being a big fan of sugary delights. However, in addition to his sweet tooth, B.B. is one heckuva writer. In fact, with his very first novel, he became both a New York Times and an international bestselling author. His debut novel, Amari and the Night Brothers, was also named the Overall Winner of the Barnes & Noble Children’s a...
Manhattan Cult Story: Spencer Schneider
August 19, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 6.64 MBIn many ways, aging can truly bring on “the good life of our golden years.” Yet, no matter our age, educational level or accomplishments, we can still fall victim to scams, various fraudulent schemes and, believe it or not, the lures of a cult. Our guest, Spencer Schneider, knows first hand what it feels like to live under the fear of physical and sexual abuse, forced labor and the sheer terror of suffering long-term, broad-ranging exploitation. He has just come out with a fascinating and co...
Is Cancer Inevitable? DR. ASHANI WEERARATNA
May 24, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 6.65 MBThe feisty side of fifty is just the time to focus on making improvements to your health and wellbeing. Each of us wants to remain strong and healthy for as long as possible. That’s where Dr. Ashani Weeraratna, author ofIs Cancer Inevitable? can really help. Join this highly regarded physician as she shares the latest information on cancer research and treatment. If you care about aging well and spending many more happy years with your children and grandchildren, you won’t want to miss this ...