Join us for an engaging discussion with Lily Iona MacKenzie, author of the hybrid memoir Dreaming Myself into Old Age. In this Living to 100 Club episode, Lily shares her personal journey of aging. We discuss Jungian insights, and the role of dreams in self-discovery. We'll delve into how aging influences relationships, personal growth, and creativity. We explore the importance of embracing the present moment. Lily also reflects on her experiences as a published author later in life, the themes of her memoir, and the mysteries of aging that shape our outlook and resilience. Whether you're navigating your own aging journey or supporting others, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom for living a rich, meaningful life.

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Lily Iona MacKenzie is an accomplished author, poet, and educator. Her creative journey began on a Canadian farm under Alberta's expansive skies. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, her work is infused with elements of magical realism and celebrates the boundless imagination. A high school dropout turned scholar, Lily earned two master’s degrees in Creative Writing and Humanities. She has published widely across genres in over 165 American and Canadian venues.

Her novels include Fling!, Curva Peligrosa, Freefall: A Divine Comedy, and The Ripening: A Canadian Girl Grows Up! Her poetry collections, All This and California Dreaming, alongside her hybrid memoir Dreaming Myself into Old Age: One Woman’s Search for Meaning, showcase her profound storytelling.

A dedicated educator, Lily taught rhetoric and creative writing at the University of San Francisco for over 30 years. She continues to coach aspiring writers in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. She lives in California, where she remains guided by the transformative power of stories and the ever-changing skies that inspire her.

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Lily's Website: Lily Iona Mackenzie

Aging brings challenges, but the mindset we bring to it can make all the difference. In this episode, Dr. Joe Casciani welcomes David Lereah. David is the founder of United We Age, to explore the power of positive aging, resilience, and community engagement. David shares his remarkable journey surviving stage 3 esophageal cancer and how it transformed his perspective on aging. And how this led him to champion support programs for seniors.

Together, they discuss:

How mindset and resilience impact aging outcomes

The importance of engaging seniors in meaningful activities

Support systems for residents in long-term care

How volunteers and youth programs can help bridge the generational gap

The role of storytelling and shared experiences in positive aging

Join us as we explore ways to help seniors find purpose and cope with challenges. And hear more about embracing a mindset of growth and optimism.

🎧 Tune in to discover how a shift in perspective can transform the aging experience!

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David Lereah, founder and Executive Director of United We Age, is dedicated to supporting senior citizens in need. He gained valuable experience during his three-year volunteer work for the Meals on Wheels program of the Senior Resource Association in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Lereah is a renowned economic expert in the financial services and real estate sectors. He served as the Chief Economist for both the National Association of Realtors and the Mortgage Bankers Association. He has made appearances on major national media outlets. Thes einclude CNN, CNBC, The Today Show, NPR, NY Times, Washington Post, and Wall St Journal. Dr. Lereah has also delivered speeches on financial and real estate markets worldwide. He started his career as a faculty member at Rutgers University and the University of Virginia. He holds a BA in Economics from American University and a PhD in Economics from the University of Virginia.

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David's website: United We Age

In this episode of The Living to 100 Club Podcast, host Dr. Joe Casciani welcomes Lynn Smargis, an expert in senior home care and transitions. We discuss the challenges families face when making decisions about aging loved ones. Recognizing when an older adult needs additional care is not always easy—many families delay important conversations, struggle with guilt and uncertainty, or don’t fully understand the different types of senior living options available.

Lynn shares her insights on key warning signs that indicate a move may be necessary and strategies for having productive and compassionate conversations. Also explored is the topic of how families can navigate the complex world of senior care. Our guest also offers practical advice on finding quality senior living communities, understanding costs, and ensuring that aging parents remain engaged and connected—no matter where they live.

If you’re caring for an aging parent or want to plan ahead for senior care decisions, this episode will provide valuable insights to help you make informed choices with confidence.

Tune in for expert guidance on navigating the senior care journey with clarity and compassion.

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Lynn works to assist her clients in facing the many strenuous care decisions. Whether it be exploring senior living options, finding resources to pay for care, directing you to appropriate community services, or assisting your family about the available care choices; she is a wealth of information and resources she is ready to share, including her network of senior care professionals, making your experience more manageable and less stressful.

She had the experience of taking care of both of her parents, having been diagnosed with cancer in the same year. With two children 10 and under, Lynn worked to care for her parents for six years successfully - only with enlisting the helping hands of her wonderful group of friends. Without them, her experience would have been unbearable. Lynn is ready to walk with your family down this transitional journey! She understands and is empathetic to your individual family’s preferences and needs.

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Our Guest's Website: Pacific Northwest Seniorcare

Lynn's Podcast: Caring for Your Aging Parents

Lynn's New Book: Sensible Senior Solutions

In this episode, Dr. Joe Casciani is joined by Jennifer Morrison, an expert in vehicle safety at Mazda. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of automotive safety, with a focus on how advanced car technologies can help prolong senior independence. They discuss critical safety features, the importance of behavioral safety, and recommendations for selecting the safest vehicles for older adults. The conversation also touches on car safety ratings, electronic system familiarity, and the potential future of driverless vehicles. Jennifer shares insights on the latest crash avoidance and crash-worthiness features. They also discuss their perspectives on maintaining confidence in driving as we age. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of autonomous vehicle technology and driverless taxi programs. What are their implications for senior mobility?

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Jennifer Morrison oversees vehicle safety strategy and communications for Mazda North American Operations. She is responsible for compliance with federal safety regulations, crash testing and consumer rating programs, and the thoughtful deployment of advanced driver assistance technologies for all US vehicles.

Jennifer started her career in transportation safety in the Office of Defect Investigations at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). She then spent 15 years as a Vehicle Factors Investigator and Investigator-in-Charge at the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) where she investigated over 70 major crashes involving trucks, buses, cars, and trains. The experience turned her into a dedicated safety advocate, focusing on collision avoidance, vehicle crashworthiness, and data-driven improvements to transportation safety.

Jennifer has degrees in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania and Applied Automotive Technology from Montgomery College. She has held various leadership positions within Washington, DC based automotive industry groups, including the Alliance for Automotive Innovation and the SAE Washington DC Section, where she mentors and connects automotive engineers.

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Insurance Institue for Highway Safety: IIHS.org

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: NHTSA.gov

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In this episode of The Living to 100 Club Podcast, host Dr. Joe Casciani welcomes Jeannine Bryant, downsizing expert and founder of Easy Right Sizing and Changing Spaces SRS. Together, they explore the challenges and emotional complexities of downsizing, right-sizing, and managing possessions in later life. We explore explores why seniors struggle to let go of possessions, how families can support the transition, and strategies to make downsizing less overwhelming and more empowering.

Why do some older adults cling to their belongings, even when they know they need to move? How can families help facilitate a smooth transition while respecting autonomy and choice? Jeannine and Joe dive into the psychological and emotional barriers that make downsizing difficult, the importance of proactive decision-making, and strategies to make the process less overwhelming and more empowering.

From the difference between "happy moves" to independent living and more difficult transitions to assisted care, to helping seniors feel in control rather than forced into change, this conversation is full of insights for seniors, families, and professionals working in aging services. Tune in for practical advice about "rightsizing," inspiring stories, and a fresh perspective on embracing change with resilience and positivity.

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Jeannine Bryant is an expert at helping seniors and their families through times of transition. As the owner of Changing Spaces SRS, a senior move management company in Lincoln, Nebraska, she and her team are proud to provide a valuable service that helps take away the stress when clients are rightsizing, moving, or clearing out an estate.

For the last 15 years, Jeannine has found her passion helping seniors rightsize their belongings and their lives.  Visit her company’s website at www.ChangingSpacesSRS.com.

Originally from a farm in North Dakota, Jeannine now calls Lincoln, Nebraska her home, where she lives with her husband and two children.

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Jeannine's websites: Easyrightsizing.com and ChangingspacesSRS.com

Recommended resource: National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers

In this episode of the Living to 100 Club podcast, Dr. Joseph Casciani welcomes Dr. Cory S. Goldberg, a dual board-certified Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon with a mission to align aesthetics and healthy longevity. We discuss the theme of redefining beauty. Drawing from his 17 years of experience in plastic surgery and craniofacial reconstruction, Dr. Goldberg shares his insights into the transformative power of aesthetic surgery. This is not as a pursuit of vanity, but as a means to restore self-esteem, self-image, and vitality.

We’ll explore his holistic approach to aging and his groundbreaking work with AI and data analytics through BeautySpan. We explore how vibrant, healthy skin can contribute to both psychological and physical longevity. Dr. Goldberg also shares a moving case study of a patient whose surgery revitalized their love for life. Join us in our conversation about redefining beauty, embracing a holistic view of aging, and learning how science and compassion converge to improve lives.

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Dr. Cory Goldberg completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Toronto. This included the Surgeon Scientist Program, earning him a Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering with a thesis on stem cells and tissue engineering. He subsequently completed a Pediatric Craniofacial Fellowship at the University of Southern California. Dr. Goldberg is Dual Board Certified in Plastic Surgery in both Canada and the United States.

His private plastic surgery practice is in Toronto, Canada and he volunteers with Operation Smile doing cleft lip and palate surgery around the world including missions to Cambodia, Egypt, Honduras. and Bolivia. Cory earned an Executive MBA in International Business from Cornell and Queen’s schools of business and Co-founded HealthSpan Digital in 2023. He has carried out clinical research on reactive oxygen species for 15 years. The mission of our guest is to align aesthetics and healthy longevity through BeautySpan by leveraging AI data analytics with lifestyle and evidence-driven therapeutic interventions.

Dr. Goldberg's website: BeautySpan.com

Here at Senior Living Straight Talk hosted by Vi Living, we are thrilled to share our 19th episode as we discuss the topic of embracing aging.On this podcast, we speak with industry experts about some of the most frequently discussed topics on the minds of seniors today. I invite you to listen to our February segment, featuring Joseph M. Casciani, PhD, founder of the Living to 100 Club. He talks with me about "Embracing Aging and Learning How to Continue to Lead a Fulfilling and Active Life". We discuss how older adults can celebrate and share the wisdom they have gained in their lives. Other topics include the importance of exploring new hobbies and interests. In addition, we explore how we can be grateful for the time for personal reflection and emotional growth.

Concluding comments touch on the theme that aging is not a phase of decline but a time of growth, reinvention, and discovery. Be sure to tune in and hear our guest's closing notes that aging well is about mindset, and by embracing positivity, resilience, and curiosity, our senior years become some of the most fulfilling and impactful.

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Joe Casciani, PhD, is a psychologist, speaker, and founder of the Living to 100 Club. With decades of experience in aging and senior wellness, he empowers older adults to embrace longevity with purpose and resilience. Through his Better, Longer & Happier series, he offers insights on mindset, wellness, and thriving in later life.

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Joe's websites: Living to 100 Club and Living to 100 Solutions

In this inspiring episode of the Living to 100 Club podcast, host Joe Casciani welcomes Graham Ellis, founder of the Renewed After 50 program. Our guest discusses redefining fitness and how people over 50 can stay active, healthy, and purpose-driven in their later years. Graham shares his personal journey from the corporate world to fitness coaching, his unique exercise programs tailored for older adults, and the mindset shifts necessary to keep thriving as we age. Together, they explore the importance of staying mentally and physically engaged. Also, explored are the benefits of high-intensity training, and the value of reinvesting in life after retirement. Tune in for practical insights and motivational takeaways to help you or your loved ones maintain wellness and fulfillment.

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Health & Fitness have been a lifetime passion for Graham, leading him to found South Australia’s first Health Resort. After over 30 years in leadership, he’s now dedicated to helping others achieve their health goals through Renewed After 50. As a Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, and Functional Ageing Specialist, Graham supports clients needing intensive guidance to improve their quality of life. This is without the intimidation of a gym setting.

The latest science reveals we have more control over ageing and fitness than ever before. At Renewed After 50, you’ll explore how brain and body activities can help you stay active for another 30-50+ years. Programs target all six areas of physical function: balance, mobility, coordination, cognitive and emotional responses, muscle strength, and cardio fitness. Improvements in these six areas empower you to live healthier for longer.

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Graham's website: Renewedafter50.com.au

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In this insightful episode of The Living to 100 Club podcast, Dr. Joseph Casciani welcomes Dr. Joel Brind, a distinguished biochemist, researcher, and author of The Glycine Miracle. Together, they discuss the remarkable potential of glycine in medical science. Also discussed are the far-reaching implications for chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and disease prevention. Drawing from his background in biochemistry, our guest shares the science behind glycine, explores the differences between meat-eaters and vegans, and considers the broader health implications of chronic inflammation and metabolic syndromes.

Dr. Brind also shares personal experiences with glycine supplementation. He describes the development of the Sweetamine product, and intriguing research linking glycine to brain health and autism. Packed with cutting-edge insights and practical advice, this episode highlights the powerful role of glycine in improving health and longevity.

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Dr. Joel Brind is a biochemist with a Ph.D. in biochemistry, physiology, and immunology. He is a recognized expert in amino acid metabolism and its impact on health. Over his distinguished career, he has focused on the critical role of glycine in regulating inflammation and preventing chronic diseases. His groundbreaking research highlights glycine's potential to address conditions like metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disorders.

In 2010, Dr. Brind founded Natural Food Science, LLC, where he developed Sweetamine, a unique supplement leveraging glycine's anti-inflammatory properties to promote better health and wellness. Through his innovative work and dedication to scientific discovery, Dr. Brind continues to provide actionable insights into the connections between diet, biochemistry, and long-term health.

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Dr. Brind's book: The Glycine Miracle

Dr. Brind's website: Sweetamine.com

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Join us for an enlightening discussion on the realities of normal aging and brain health. You will hear insights from Dr. Roy Hamilton, from the McKnight Brain Research Foundation. Dr. Casciani and our guest explore what it truly means to age normally. How do we differentiate typical aging processes from early signs of non-normal conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s. What is the role of lifestyle in maintaining optimal brain health. Our guest, a distinguished neurologist from the McKnight Brain Research Foundation, shares the latest findings on how factors like diabetes, depression, obesity, and hearing loss impact cognitive health. Tune in to discover actionable tips and lifestyle changes that can support a healthier brain as we age. Learn how to recognize the signs that might indicate a shift from normal aging. Perfect for seniors, caregivers, and anyone invested in aging well and preserving mental clarity.

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Roy Hamilton is professor in the departments of Neurology, Psychiatry, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at University of Pennsylvania. He is the Director of Penn's Laboratory for Cognition and Neural Stimulation. Our guest launched the Brain Stimulation, Translation, Innovation, and Modulation Center (brainSTIM) at the University of Pennsylvania in 2020.

Hamilton obtained his bachelor's degree in psychology from Harvard University in 1995, and obtained his MD and a master's degree in Health Sciences Technology from Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2001. He completed residency training in Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania in 2005. Dr. Hamilton then pursued a fellowship in Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology at the same institution. He was appointed to the faculty of Penn's Department of Neurology in 2009.

Hamilton is a board-certified neurologist and practicing clinician at the Penn Memory Center.

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McKnight Brain Research Foundation Resources

McKnightBrain.org/BrainWorks

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