Morning, good afternoon, or good evening, wherever you are in the world. This is episode 1450 of Blind Magic, hosted by Murray Stewart from Alice Springs. In this personal check-in, Murray apologizes for his recent absence, shares updates about his health and everyday life, and reflects candidly on aging and adapting to change.

The episode covers Murray’s recent decision to get hearing aids from Hearing Australia after experiencing hearing difficulties linked to past strokes and sensory damage to the brain. He describes the initial challenges — learning to wear them, charging them nightly, and the current hurdles integrating them with his phone — and emphasizes that practice will be essential to make them work reliably.

Murray also touches on the practical impact of improved hearing for his roles in the community, especially chairing and running meetings, and why getting this right matters to his productivity and independence. He shares a personal moment of panic at being without his phone, underscoring the importance of accessible communication for safety and confidence.

Along the way Murray finds inspiration in the example of public figures who remain active later in life, mentioning President Trump’s recent medical report as a motivational reminder that age need not preclude energy, purpose, or contribution. He encourages fellow seniors to stay motivated, exercise, and keep contributing to family and community life.

Episode 1450 closes with Murray’s upbeat resolve to keep practicing with his hearing aids, maintain daily exercise, and return to full-strength podcasting and community work. This episode is a short, honest, and encouraging life update from Murray Stewart and Blind Magic Communications.