Recently singer Tony Bennett, whom the New York Times labelled as “Jazzy Crooner of the American Songbook”, succumbed to the ravages of Alzheimer’s. Despite being diagnosed with the disease in 2016 he could amazingly still remember song lyrics even as the disease ravaged his mind. Including winning another Grammy Award in 2021 with Lady Gaga for their album Love for Sale. Kim Baker, President, and CEO of Kentucky Performing Arts, discusses this amazing feat of Tony remembering lyrics despite fading memories. Pensions have become a thing of the past. Getting a gold watch at retirement is long gone as employees are now responsible for their retirement plans. Willie Jones, from DPL Financial Partners, returns to discuss how annuities and other products can help protect while providing income for life. Episode concludes with the evolutionary funk of primitive to modern men and women. Anthropologists suggest reeking may have saved them from being eaten by predators as strong odors clung to humans.  Various remedies were created by the Egyptians, Ancient Greeks, Romans, and through the Middle Ages of Europe.  All in vain until 1888 when Edna Murphey, a U.S. inventor created an amazing product in Philadelphia, PA.  While effectively combating the Dog Days of Summer it eventually began growing into a multi-billion-dollar industry with the introduction of an aerosol brand in the mid-1950s. 

In the event you missed it enjoy  the origins of two essential skincare products for the summer sun. One of which was created inside a coffee pot and the other brand,  despite its idylic tropical name, actually came from a small town in Kenucky!

From the conclusion of S3 / E8: "Understanding Income vs. Assets in Retirement and Kids Cancer Alliance"

Ron Bridges reflects on his stellar 27-year career with AARP.  He first joined AARP in 1997 and was promoted to AARP Kentucky State Director in September 2012. This special retirement, or as we like to say “repurposed”, edition also includes John B. Caine, II, South Region Vice President, for AARP.  Shelby Russell, Executive Director of  the Kids Cancer Alliance, discusses how volunteering your skill, time, and resources, SOME place, ANY place, is one of the most potent ways to make a difference. Enjoy another fun factoid, this one  about the origins of two essential products for protecting your skin from the sun. 

Make sure your retirement can generate income for life. Willie Jones from DPL Financial Partners discusses common risks associated with retirement planning today including income versus assets.  Regardless of your age or life situation, volunteering can help take your mind off your worries, keep you mentally stimulated, and add more zest to your life. Shelby Russell, Executive Director of  the Kids Cancer Alliance, discusses how volunteering your skills, time, and resources, SOME place, ANY place, is one of the most potent ways to make a difference.  Fun Factoid:  this one  about the origins of two essential products for protecting your skin from the sun. 

Volunteer and retiring Board Chair Charlotte Whittaker reflects on her leadership of AARP Kentucky. Including comments from Scott Wegenast, Associate State Director for Communications & Outreach. Then enjoy the story about an American inventor who after 10,000 attempts truly changed the world.

Aging With Grace 55+ podcast series is an attack by host A. Dale Josey on rampant Ageism for the upbeat, mature adult embracing life 55+. Lifestyle podcast series provides useful tips for taking care of aging self, family, and friends.  And also enjoying life more abundantly than many even thought possible. Some of our guests doing what other seniors only dream about or never thought possible. Rotating magazine style interviews are designed as an encouragement to live well and remain engaged in society. Episodes include fun factoids, and popular "Did You Know..."  in addition to topics, intriguing guests and vetted professionals in health and wellness, life changes, living options, money, law, and more!

The conclusion of my interview with delightful sisters JJ Elliott Hill and sister Natalie Handy who share the complex realities of caring for an aging loved one.  Their podcast series "Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver" is advertised as a judgement free zone where caregivers can be their most authentic selves, confessing their truths without shame or fear of rejection. David Lau, founder, and CEO of DPL Financial Partners, returns to discuss the benefits of MYGAs which is a Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity product gaining popularity especially following recent bank collapses. More information about MYGAs can be found at dplfp.com. LaDonna Koebel, Executive Director of the Office of Senior Protection and Mediation in the Kentucky Office of the Attorney General, discusses types of scams that pop up following natural disasters. She also shares prevention tips like how seniors can protect themselves from more popular scams focused on grandchildren.

Aging With Grace 55+ podcast series is an attack by host A. Dale Josey on rampant Ageism for the upbeat, mature adult embracing life 55+.    Lifestyle podcast series provides useful tips for taking care of aging self, family, and friends.  And also enjoying life more abundantly than many even thought possible. Some of our guests are doing what other seniors only dream about or never thought possible. Rotating magazine style interviews are designed to encourage us to live well and remain engaged in society. Each episode features topics, intriguing guests and vetted professionals in health and wellness, life changes, living options, money, law, and more!

Part 1 of a two-part interview with delightful sisters JJ and Natalie who share the complex realities of role reversal with their mom from their podcast series "Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver." Given recent bad news of a bank collapse David Lau from dpl financial partners discusses alternative strategies for retirement planning. Tech writer Vanessa Hutchinson shares how to embrace technology.   E5 concludes with names of several famous people who were  labelled "failures".

Aging With Grace 55+™ is a 45-minute interview magazine format featuring guests providing useful tips for taking care of self, aging family members and those who priovide care for elders. The podccast series is produced as an attack on rampant Ageism. Featured topics have included caregiving for aging parents, protecting finances in retirement and many more!

This is the fourth podcast series produced by host Dale Josey who has been blessed with renewed energy in his retirement with a purpose.  For more information visit  AWG55.com.