We always talk honestly about the realities of aging, and today's episode is on a topic most people avoid: planning a funeral. 

Our guest, Sara Williams of the Funeral Consumers Alliance, discusses the difficult emotions but financially important decisions that should be made before the crisis moment. 


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Retirement can be a great journey as you achieve your postponed dreams, push your limits and rewire your brain for your next adventure.

Life coach, Cyn Meyer, author of The Rewire Retirement Method, talks with us about unlocking a fulfilling retirement style while overcoming the "shoulds" of past retirements and beginning the next  exciting chapter of your life.

Even if you are already retired, you may find yourself rethinking the coming years. 


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As longevity becomes the hottest topic in aging, we can now access research that will help us live a happier and longer life.

Our guest, Maddy Dychtwald, has written Ageless Aging, an action plan for accessing measures that enhance the aging process. Her advice on exercise, sleep, food and wearables is that longevity is under your control, so tune in and use all the tools available as we grow older.

 



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Today we are talking with older women who are reacting to the climate crisis. Called 1000 Grandmothers for Future Generations, they support the rights and communities dealing with climate justice today with action and community building.

Nancy and Pat will inspire listeners with their devotion and commitment to lead us into the future. Whatever your personal cause may be, these guests will remind you that anyone, or any age, can make a difference. 


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Change is hard, so today we talk about the emotional impact of the many political changes the new administration has imposed. Whether you support or reject the current president's programs and  enforcement, these issues influence feelings of safety, community, connection and identity. Children and adults of all ages are reporting higher levels of anxiety than ever before.

Our guest expert, therapist Ariella Cook Shonkoff, says many of her patients are reporting increased stress and offers advice on how we can all deal with it.


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Today we are taking a break from the challenges of aging and looking at the cultural changes of our lifetime, specifically through the movies. Do you remember the first movie you watched in a theater? Was it life changing? 

Grab some popcorn, listen to Professor Larry Eilenberg, and consider how we have been influenced by the movies.


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We often think of crying as something for babies and only for sadness in adults, but tears reflect much more. Today we learn about the emotions and psychological effects of crying, especially for older adults.

Dr. Judith Kay Nelson tells us what our tears mean and how they affect our emotional health. 

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As we get older, the chance that we have vision problems increases. You may have noticed small changes, like needing more light to read, or glare when driving at night. All of these are signs of aging, but too often, we ignore our eyes when it comes to health.

Today we talk about what the major changes might be, and how to protect our eyesight. Our guest, Dr. Ravi Goel, believes we can monitor our eyesight and hold on to our vision.
 
We also want you to know that there are programs offering free eye exams nationwide. Visit
aao.org/eyecare-america for more information.


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Every day more and more Boomers are retiring and moving to a new  community. For those listeners who missed this the first time, we are bringing this episode to you again, because where you live has so much to do with how happy you are in your later years.
 
Place matters. If you're aging in the right place you'll be inspired to engage with your community, stay active and be ready for new adventures. Our guest, Ryan Frederick, examines "place" as the key to successful aging. 

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If you think your morning walk or water aerobics are enough physical work to keep you strong and healthy as you age, stay tuned. According to our guest, Dr. Robert Nied, older adults need strength, balance and flexibility training to maintain our health and independence. And that means working with weights.

Listen and learn how strength training is a must and then just do it!

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