Zestful Aging

By Nicole ChristinaSociety & Culture Health & Fitness Mental Health

Zestful Aging episodes

May 25, 2020 Annie Gaudreault -- Women, Food and COVID
More than ever, many women are experiencing struggles in their relationship with food. They may be spending more time at home, feeling increased stress and off of their exercise routine. Annie Gaudrealt is a holistic nutritionist and wellness coach and offers guidance on how we can take care of our mind and bodies during COVID. Annie is an anti-diet practitioner, and states "healthy is not a shape". Learn more about Annie and what she offers: www.veev.ca. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr
May 23, 2020 DJ Lee -- Women and the Wilderness
When DJ Lee's dear friend vanishes in the wilderness of the Selway-Bitteroot, she decides to try to find her. Her journey answers some of the questions she had always had about her troubled family and their own history in this remote place. In her book, "Remote: Finding Home in the Bitterroots", Lee learns how to embrace the land and her past. It's an intimate look at one woman's relationship with the wilderness and the ghosts from her past. Find out more at http://debbiejlee.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr 5 min
May 16, 2020 Dan Blackwell -- Making Music to Heal the World
Dan Blackwell is a composer and filmmaker from the UK who travels the world making independent documentaries. He collaborates with musicians, many who are victims of human rights violations, to create original pieces of music. Dan's mission is to bring people together through music and, ultimately, humanize the demonized and give the unheard a voice. Find out more about his mission worldwide: https://www.facebook.com/4barCollective/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
52 min
May 10, 2020 Delia Folk and Alison Bruhn -- Mother and Daughter Fashionistas
"The Style That Binds Us" is a fashion consulting company founded by mother and daughter team, Alison Bruhn and Delia Folk. Alison is a national wardrobe consultant and stylist and Delia consults with emerging brands. Delia started her career interning at Versace and working on the buying team at Barneys New York before co-founding "The Style That Binds Us". Alison and Delia talk about the meaning of style and fashion, and how to develop one's own signature style, regardless of age. Find out more about their many offerings at TheStyleThatBindsUs.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr 5 min
May 09, 2020 Maureen Towey -- "Using Storytelling As a Weapon Against Ageism"
Maureen Towey is a multi-talented director and producer working across artistic mediums. She has worked as a Creative Director for Grammy award-winning musicians, and as the Senior Producer for "The Daily 360" at the "New York Times". Towey has also worked as a contributing photo editor at "The New York Times Magazine" where she produced ten short films for their Great Performers series, starring Melissa McCarthy, and Lily Tomlin. Maureen came onto my radar when another Zestful Aging guest, Carol Bradley Bursack, circulated Maureen's short film "The 8th Year of the Emergency", in which a family reckons with their mother's cognitive decline. She's also been involved in initiatives to improve elder care. Find out more about Maureen on MaureenTowey.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
39 min
May 02, 2020 Jane Asher -- 89 Year Old Master Swimmer Can't Wait Until She's 90
Jane Asher is an 89-year old competitive swimmer. After a career as a swimming teacher and coach, Jane began to train seriously and to compete in Masters events in her 50s. She holds world records in numerous events, in the 5-year age bands up to her present age - she is looking forward to turning 90 next year, when she will have another batch of records to break. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and she proves that age is just a number. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
43 min
April 25, 2020 Suzette Mullen: "I Blew Up My Life to Be True To Myself"
Suzette Mullen had the perfect life; a loving husband, two kids in Ivy League colleges, and a house on the ocean. But something felt wrong. Her writing revealed that she was living with a secret she didn't want to acknowledge, but she could not ignore. After 18 agonizing months, she finally leapt, and she talks about the joy she feels on the other side. Find out more at yourstoryfinder.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr 24 min
April 22, 2020 Adam Minter -- Where does your discarded stuff go?
Adam Minter is a columnist for Bloomberg and has been covering the waste and recycling industries for nearly two decades. He's the author of the new book "Secondhand: Travels In The New Global Garage Sale." Publisher's Weekly called it "a fascinating, eye-opening look at a dynamic, largely unseen world that only starts when one drops off something at a thrift store." Adam is active on Facebook and Twitter, just search his name to find out more. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr 6 min
April 18, 2020 Stephanie Raffelock -- How Old is Old?
Stephanie Raffelock grew up learning about nature from her dad, a National Park Ranger. She embraces an active and positive mindset, and offers wisdom about aging in her podcast, "Coffee Table Wisdom". We talk about grieving and love, and the transformational qualities of both. We also talk about the healing power of nature walks, especially accompanied by our dogs. Stephanie's new book, "A Delightful Little Book on Aging" is a lovely and inspiring read. Find out more about Stephanie at StephanieRaffelock.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
42 min
April 11, 2020 Udo Erasmus -- How to "Make Life Your Friend"
Udo Erasmus is a culture changer in the field of wellness. His educational background includes biochemistry, genetics, biology, and nutrition, as well as counseling psychology. Udo found his passion in the early 80's after being poisoned by pesticides, which led him to pioneer the healthy fats/oils industry. He presents at Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra's events where he speaks about oils and peace. Find out more about Udo here: Udoschoice.com and theUdo.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.
1 hr

About Zestful Aging

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How can we age with zest, courage and vibrance? How can we tackle the challenges of aging--including ageism-- with awareness and skill? Nicole Christina, a psychotherapist of more than 30 years,…