Thriving Together

Ep 10 What Keeps Us Connected? Love, Learning, and Line Dancing


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Remember when computers filled entire rooms yet had less memory than today's smartphones? Two pioneers of the computing revolution take us on a fascinating journey through technological history that spans from the late 1960s to today.

This captivating conversation reveals what it was like to program with punch cards, transition from manual typewriters to early word processors, and adapt to constantly evolving technology while raising a family. "Every time there was a new step, the learning curve just got bigger and bigger," our guests explain, highlighting how they navigated professional challenges that many of us can't even imagine.

What makes their story truly remarkable isn't just their front-row seat to technological revolution, but how they've applied that same adaptability to create vibrant, fulfilling lives in retirement. From reviving an old passion for photography and learning digital editing techniques to coaching barbershop singers and joining community activities like line dancing, they demonstrate that continuous learning doesn't stop with retirement—it expands.

Their nearly 50-year marriage serves as a testament to supporting each other through life's transitions, including the evolution from room-sized computers to smartphones. The conversation culminates with powerful advice about maintaining cognitive health: "You have to keep the brain going, because once that slows down, then the rest just follows." Their journey offers valuable wisdom for listeners of any age about embracing change, pursuing passions, and maintaining meaningful connections.

Listen now to discover how two technological pioneers have transformed their experiences into a blueprint for thriving at any stage of life. And don't forget to join us for our next episode, where we'll continue to share the stories that make our community special.

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Thriving TogetherBy Batten Media House