The "Focus on Olli" podcast discusses the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNLV, which offers health-related classes for retired or semi-retired individuals. Dr. Carolyn Yucha, a retired nurse with a PhD in physiology, teaches anatomy and physiology, emphasizing aging effects on the body. Dan Mysliborski, an OLLI instructor and student, shares his experiences with meditation and Alzheimer's classes. Selene Pulido, a doctoral student, will lead a movement class series during the OLLI break, focusing on fall prevention, joint health, and nutrition. The program highlights the benefits of teaching and learning at OLLI, including social engagement and personal growth.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNLV, funded by the Bernard Osher Foundation, offers a variety of music-focused courses, including jazz appreciation, guitar, and ukulele. Sonia Feldberg, a jazz appreciation instructor, and Chadwick Johnson, a guest speaker, discussed the program's emphasis on improvisation and the integration of diverse music styles. Diane Haworth, a ukulele workshop participant, highlighted the instrument's cognitive benefits and the progression from beginner to advanced classes. The program also includes special events like performances by Clint Holmes and a focus on brain health through music. OLLI aims to engage retired individuals in lifelong learning and community activities.

The OLLI program at UNLV, supported by the Bernard Osher Foundation, offers lifelong learning opportunities for retired and semi-retired individuals. The program features a variety of classes, including a popular speaker series called Soapbox, which will be offered both live and online for the first time this spring. Soapbox hosts prominent community figures and covers topics like media integrity and mass deportations. The program also collaborates with organizations on brain health initiatives, offering screenings and discussions. Additionally, OLLI offers social engagement activities, such as book clubs and hiking groups, and plans to expand its online offerings to enhance accessibility.