On this Living to 100 Club podcast, our guest is Joel Geiderman, MD. Our guest has served as the co-chair of Emergency Medicine at Cedars-Sainai Medical Center in Los Angeles for thirty years. The focus of this podcast, however, centers on Dr. Geiderman’s concerns about the ethical, social, and economic consequences of stopping the natural aging process. What happens if people no longer get old? In his new medical thriller, The Plasma Cell Report, our guest has taken up the serious societal dilemmas that are posed if and when the aging process is cured – that is, stopped. If the aging clock starts at some point, what will happen when science learns how to stop it? Will there be competition for life-prolonging treatments? Can we run out of resources to provide for everyone on the planet? Will a policy like “death control” become necessary to pare down the elderly population? Alarming questions that are explored in our guest’s new book of fiction, but questions that must be raised as science flirts with prolonging life indefinitely.

Mini Bio

Dr. Joel Geiderman has been practicing medicine for more than forty years. He has been the co-chair of Emergency Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles for thirty years. He is a professor at both Cedars-Sinai and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Geiderman was also formerly the vice chair of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC, appointed by President George W. Bush. He has authored more than one hundred peer-reviewed papers and book chapters. This is his first novel. Dr. Geiderman lives in Beverly Hills with two of his four children and his dog, affectionately named Reagan.

Website for Dr. Geiderman's Book

https://theplasmacellreport.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Living to 100 Club podcast, we introduce our listeners to the Third Half Advisors. Our guests are the founders, Caroline Brecker and Campbell Gerrish. Using a strengths-based approach, Third Half Advisors helps individuals figure out their next chapter. How do people find purpose and meaning when their primary career concludes? What are the best ways to manage our senior years? How do we stay positive, find leisure time, and thrive in new, compelling environments? Our guests, Caroline and Campbell discuss the mission of Third Half Advisors, their strengths assessment tool, the curriculum offered, and what clients learn from their participation in the program. Tune in to learn how to stay inspired and engaged in our third half, and how to bring purpose and meaning post-retirement.

Mini Bios

Caroline and Campbell, the founding partners, have known each other for over fifteen years. Caroline, as a private banker at JPMorgan (JPM) and Campbell, as a principal of Winged Keel Group (WKG), worked together on advising high net worth executives and families on all aspects of their estate and insurance planning. JPM and WKG then formed a joint venture to provide professional advice on life insurance matters that met bank standards. They truly enjoyed collaborating to successfully serve an exacting clientele.

​Once Caroline had moved on from JPM and Campbell began to wind down at WKG, they continued to meet and would discuss the next stages of their lives — and in those conversations, The Third Half was born. Together they have over 70 years of business experience, most of it working with highly capable and demanding client groups. Their tremendous business acumen, shared values, and deep desire to help people bring strength and depth to The Third Half. This is both as a business venture and in shaping their own lives. They themselves are Third Halfers!

For Our Listeners

Our Guests' Website: Third Half Advisors

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Living to 100 Club podcast, our guest is Michael Adams, CEO of SAGE. SAGE is the world’s largest organization dedicated to advocacy, services, and innovations for LGBTQ+ older adults. Michael introduces our audience to the mission of SAGE, its policy advocacy role, and the array of community-based services it offers in New York and Florida. We explore the unique challenges of this cohort group, from social isolation to ageist stereotypes that can exceed the usual hurdles faced by most older adults. Why is there a higher incidence of poverty and chronic health conditions in this group? What are the considerations for the LGBTQ+ older adults whose identity is defined by so much more than sexual activity? And how does the SAGE organization serve the unique needs of the LGBTQ+ elderly through its different roles? Join us for this important and engaging conversation.

Mini Bio

Michael Adams is the Chief Executive Officer of SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders). Founded in 1978 and headquartered in New York City, SAGE is a national organization that offers supportive services and consumer resources to LGBTQ+ older people and their caregivers. It advocates for public policy changes that address the needs of LGBTQ+ elders. Also it provides education and technical assistance for aging providers and LGBTQ+ community organizations through its National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging, and offers cultural competency training through SAGECare.

Prior to joining SAGE, Adams spent a decade leading cutting-edge litigation that established new rights for LGBTQ+ people. First, this was as Associate Director of the ACLU’s LGBTQ+ Project, and then as Deputy Legal Director at Lambda Legal. A graduate of Stanford Law School and Harvard College, Adams has authored numerous publications on an array of LGBTQ+ issues. He has taught law school courses on sexual orientation and gender identity and has served on advisory councils for AARP, Fortune 500 companies, leading universities, and the NYC Department for the Aging among others. Adams is the former Chair of the Board of Directors of the American Society on Aging.

Sage Website: SageUSA

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re 50+ and believe that there is so much more to explore in life, welcome to Age & Attitude. Host Malin Svensson – celebrity trainer to the 50+ crowd such as Jane Fonda, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Maria Shriver – will get you feeling empowered and motivated through conversations with people who embrace their age and have a great attitude towards life. Join her for monthly one-on-one interviews with her clients and friends where you too can hear the secrets to living a fun, healthy, and fulfilling life at any age.

Tune in to Malin’s new podcast, Age & Attitude, HERE to hear other conversations, including her very first program with special guest, Jane Fonda.

In this episode #3, Malin interviews Dr. Joe Casciani, to talk about the subject of the hour, age and attitude. As Malin describes the conversation, “I guarantee you will look at life differently and in a much more positive way as you are aging.”

Mini Bio

Originally from Sweden, Malin Svensson, the Celebrity Trainer to the 50+ crowd, came to Los Angeles in 1989 with a master’s degree in Physical Education. She became certified by NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) in 2000. A former nationally ranked runner with over 35 years of experience in the fitness industry, Malin is the CEO & Founder of Nordic Body. This is a walking and fitness club committed to inspiring the 50+ crowd to live a fun, healthy, and fulfilling life by providing 360-degree support from online to live programs including holistic fitness retreats, private sessions, workshops, and community classes.

Malin is also an International Fitness Coach/Author/Speaker. Her third published book “WAKE UP Your Body + Mind After 50!” launched on November 17, 2020. Whether she works out fitness guru Jane Fonda or people that have never worked out a day in their lives – her mission is the same: to strengthen the body and mind to age with confidence. Malin has been featured as a walking and fitness expert in several media outlets. These include CBS Los Angeles, LA Times, The NY Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fitness Magazine, and The Hollywood Reporter. She brought Nordic Walking to North America in 2002 and is one of the leading authorities in Nordic Walking worldwide. Her passion for making a difference in people’s well-being is further expressed by her organization Adopt-A-Walk. The first 1-mile walking loop opened in Santa Monica on June 29, 2019.

For Our Listeners

Malin’s Website: Nordic Body

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Living to 100 Club podcast, we welcome a designer of a breakthrough product for anyone struggling to open child-proof pill bottles. Our guest is Rocky Batzel, CEO of SnapSlide, a packaging innovations company dedicated to making it easier to access, use, and store pharmaceutical products. We discuss the mounting medical accessibility issue for the millions of Americans with loss of hand dexterity, due to arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and a host of other disabling conditions. Whether prescription medications or over the counter bottles, the patented SnapSlide closure allows for one-handed opening and closing. Is this the future of medical packaging? What should consumers look for when selecting medications? And, how can older adults advocate for themselves when it comes to accessible medical packaging. Join us for this eye-opening program.

Mini Bio

A native of Scranton, Pennsylvania, Rocky Batzel is the inventor of SnapSlide and currently serves as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Marywood University in Pennsylvania and, while enrolled in medical school, he noticed his grandmother struggling with a traditional, "push-and-twist", child-resistant cap on her prescription bottle. That inspirational moment led him to pivot his career into the world of entrepreneurship, and he set out to design the very first prototype of what would eventually become SnapSlide. After securing patent protection, Rocky ultimately formed a company around his groundbreaking innovation. As the company’s CEO, he is dedicated to advancing engineering, diversifying applications, and leading SnapSlide’s mission to bring this adaptive solution to those who need it most.

Website

SnapSlide

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Living to 100 Club podcast, our guests, dubbed the “Golden Dating Doctors,” discuss the art of finding a new relationship after separation or loss of a partner. Both in their 80’s, Dr. Gloria Horsley and Frank Powers met each other online after their marriages ended. Their new book, Open to Love: The Secrets of Senior Dating, chronicles the process of finding love in our senior years. They met on a dating website for seniors, decided to meet in person, and the rest is history.

In this podcast, they share the ins and outs of online dating, the pitfalls, and how to learn from mistakes made. Their goal is to make things a little easier for those entering or re-entering the world of dating. How do we meet people? What can we learn from our mistakes? What risks are there to be on the lookout for? Stay tuned for an entertaining and educational conversation about successfully finding new relationships.

Mini Bios

Dr. Gloria Horsley, Ph.D., is a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical nurse specialist. She is the president and co-founder of the Open to Hope Foundation. She also co-hosts the award-winning “Open to Hope” TV series and podcast. A former faculty member at the University of Rochester School of Nursing and the Academy of Intuition Medicine, she has co-authored 10 books and written numerous articles. She is a member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council and. Gloria also serves on the advisory boards for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) and the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Foundation. Widowed after 60 years of marriage, she has four children, including a deceased son, and 10 grandchildren. She and her partner Dr. Frank Powers mostly split their time between Palo Alto, California, and Scottsdale, Arizona.

Dr. Frank Powers, Ph.D., has been a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the last 30 years. He served as the chairman of the Psychiatric Security Review Board for the State of Arizona. Frank is a past psychology professor at Scottsdale Community College. He studied sexuality under William H. Masters and Virginia E. Johnson and received advanced training in couples therapy with the Imago Institute of Harvel Hendrix. A graduate of George Williams College, he holds master’s degrees from Arizona State University and Columbia University. His doctorate in psychology is from Union Institute. He is an award-winning sculptor, and in his spare time, he enjoys golf, pickleball and tennis. He has two stepdaughters and one step-grandson from a previous marriage.

Guests' Website: Golden Dating Doctors

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Living to 100 Club’s podcast introduces our listeners to Samaritan’s Feet International. This is an organization devoted to giving shoes to seniors around the world. Our guest is Deborah Cox-Roush, Development Officer, and Senior Program Manager for the organization. We discuss the prevalence of foot problems in older adults. How does the lack of proper footwear increase the risk of falls. She explains how it contributes to balance problems, foot pain, and difficulty with mobility and independence. How does the aging process affect the biomechanics, structure, and function of the foot? How does proper footwear contribute to a more comfortable, happy life marked with dignity and hope? And how does Samaritan’s Feet reach the shoeless around the world and distribute footwear to these millions of people? Tune in for this important conversation.

Mini Bio

Deborah is the Senior Program Manager of Samaritan’s Feet for Seniors. She developed this program to serve senior citizens with new shoes while also giving them hope through service to them. Deborah said she’ll never forget the smiles on the recipients’ faces. She can see the feeling of self-worth and dignity that they experienced while serving for the first time with Samaritan’s Feet. She also enjoys reading, watching college sports (especially Ohio State football), and traveling with her husband on day trips.

Website: www.SamaritansFeet.org/Seniors

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Living to 100 Club podcast, we invite Dr. Torkil Faero to discuss the value of monitoring our heart rate variability. Dr. Faero’s latest best-selling book, The Pulse Cure, focuses on the strategies to staying healthy. It explains how to use a smart watch or other wearable device to monitor heart rate variability. We discuss the now well-known strategies for longevity, including nutrition, exercise, reduced alcohol consumption and stress levels, hydration, and cold-water immersion. According to Dr. Faero, 9 out of 10 diseases are associated with and detectable by abnormal heart rate. Therefore, by monitoring our own heart rates, we can take proactive, preventive steps to return to healthy baselines.

How can we use a heart rate monitor to measure our heart rate variability? What are the best smart watches to purchase? We answer these and other questions to help us stay more informed about owning another key to longevity.

Mini Bio

Dr Torkil Færø is a general practitioner and emergency physician, documentary filmmaker, author, and photographer. In 1996 he was one of the first Norwegian medics to work for Doctors Without Borders when he worked in war-torn Angola. Over a 25-year career as a freelance doctor, he has worked all over Norway. He has had tens of thousands of consultations and gained a unique picture of the diseases that plague us. He has learned that the cause is most often found in the stresses our lifestyles place on our bodies.

Dr. Færø is also an award-winning photographer, author of Kamerakuren (The Camera Cure). He has made documentaries about his pilgrimages to Nidaro and Santiago de Compostela. An inveterate traveler, he has made his way by bicycle, motorbike, kayak, boat, and car through over 80 countries, and speaks eight languages. He lives in Oslo with his wife and two children.

The Pulse Cure has spent 58 weeks on the best seller list. It has been sold to five languages: Swedish, Danish, Dutch, Polish and World English. Færø believes that the book’s appeal lies in the fact that many people experience the immediate effects of The Pulse Cure.

For Our Listeners

Dr. Faero's new book: The Pulse Cure

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.