Podcasts about osher lifelong learning institute

“When anchors fail, people die.” This line has many meanings for author, motivational speaker and expert mountain climber Manley Feinberg. In this Osher Author Talk interview, Feinberg describes a harrowing climb of Yosemite's El Capitan in 2022, where he and his son saved the life of their companion while suspended on the face of the mountain. He incorporates his experience climbing mountains into his books and presentations to help people reach their fullest potential while supporting those around them. The interview is hosted by Henry DeVries as part of UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 40432]

“When anchors fail, people die.” This line has many meanings for author, motivational speaker and expert mountain climber Manley Feinberg. In this Osher Author Talk interview, Feinberg describes a harrowing climb of Yosemite's El Capitan in 2022, where he and his son saved the life of their companion while suspended on the face of the mountain. He incorporates his experience climbing mountains into his books and presentations to help people reach their fullest potential while supporting those around them. The interview is hosted by Henry DeVries as part of UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 40432]

“When anchors fail, people die.” This line has many meanings for author, motivational speaker and expert mountain climber Manley Feinberg. In this Osher Author Talk interview, Feinberg describes a harrowing climb of Yosemite's El Capitan in 2022, where he and his son saved the life of their companion while suspended on the face of the mountain. He incorporates his experience climbing mountains into his books and presentations to help people reach their fullest potential while supporting those around them. The interview is hosted by Henry DeVries as part of UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 40432]

“When anchors fail, people die.” This line has many meanings for author, motivational speaker and expert mountain climber Manley Feinberg. In this Osher Author Talk interview, Feinberg describes a harrowing climb of Yosemite's El Capitan in 2022, where he and his son saved the life of their companion while suspended on the face of the mountain. He incorporates his experience climbing mountains into his books and presentations to help people reach their fullest potential while supporting those around them. The interview is hosted by Henry DeVries as part of UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 40432]

“When anchors fail, people die.” This line has many meanings for author, motivational speaker and expert mountain climber Manley Feinberg. In this Osher Author Talk interview, Feinberg describes a harrowing climb of Yosemite's El Capitan in 2022, where he and his son saved the life of their companion while suspended on the face of the mountain. He incorporates his experience climbing mountains into his books and presentations to help people reach their fullest potential while supporting those around them. The interview is hosted by Henry DeVries as part of UC San Diego's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 40432]

Capitol Notes explores what's next for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Folk artist Ani DiFranco joins us as she kicks off her tour here in Milwaukee. We learn about the mission of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Plus, we talk to the filmmakers behind “Hundreds of Beavers."

In July 1925, Clarence Darrow, William Jennings Bryan, and a supporting cast of fascinating characters converged upon Dayton, Tennessee for what became known as "The Scopes Monkey Trial.""The Scopes Monkey Trial 100 Years Later: What Happened Then and Why Should We Care Now?" Is a 6-part course from Doug Mishkin starting April 1st at OLLI: the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College.

Award-winning photographer Jeri Love and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members Kris Locke and Jim Bennink joined host Sandra Borden, the Ethics Center's director, on March 10, 2025, to talk about an exhibit created by participants in an OLLI Photovoice workshop as part of the A Life Well Lived – Kalamazoo event series. Produced and edited by Jayla Bryan.

Mike Switzer interviews Andrea Sisino, the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the Beaufort campus of the University of South Carolina.

Tuesday's program featured the upcoming session for OLLI at UNH. OLLI is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute which presents classes for older adults who want to explore learning and social opportunities throughout the state of New Hampshire. Program Manager Tori Berube joined us as well as OLLI at UNH Presenter, author and radio broadcaster Mike Morin.

Many aspects of society and culture can lead us to negative feelings about aging—but there's a lot to celebrate. In this episode, we connect with Lisa Sharfstein, director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Pittsburgh, to discuss many of the wonderful aspects of getting older, and the opportunities that arise as we reach new age milestones throughout our lifetimes. Find show notes and additional information at upmchp.us/ghbw-s4ep10

By listener request, Steven welcomes the double bill of Dr. Earl Showerman and Tom Woosnam, who both return to the series to discuss their involvement with teaching classes for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Earl and Tom share insights into how to create and teach a class at your local OLLI location, fun stories about their experiences, reactions to the Shakespeare Authorship Mystery in education, and much more. Support the show by picking up official Don't Quill the Messenger merchandise at www.dontquillthepodcast.com and becoming a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/dontquillthemessenger  Made possible by Patrons: Brent Evans & Patty Henson, Clare Jaget, David Neufer, Earl Showerman, Edward Henke, Ellen Swanson, Frank Lawler, James Warren, Jaymie, Jen Swan, John Creider, John Eddings, John Guarnaccia, Kara Elizabeth Martin, Richard Wood, Romola, Sandi Boney, Sandi Paulus, Sara Gerard, Sheila Kethley, Stephen Hopkins, Teacher Mallory, Tim Norman, Tim Price, Vanessa Lops, Yvonne Don't Quill the Messenger is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. For more great podcasts visit www.dragonwagonradio.com  

Today's show is for people interested in the current election but sick of the usual political noise. The guests are two highly experienced political analysts, Dan Schnur and Richard Zeiger, who will teach an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute class at the University of California Davis this fall called “An Election Like No Other.” On Davisville today we talk about why this presidential election is both different and traditional, why many elected offices are uncontested, cynicism as a turnoff and as a way to cope, and young Americans who opt to get involved in their community outside of politics. "Volunteering is noble," Schnur says, "but you can only clean up so many parks. Participating by voting or running for office or getting involved in other ways is equally important." “One of the most important lessons about politics … It leads to a democracy [and] you have to be willing to lose,” says Zeiger, who lives in Davis. "That's what the whole business is about, somebody's going to win and somebody's going to lose. And when you lose, you pull your pants back on and you go back into the fray.” In the class, Schnur says, “we come at this as analysts, not advocates … and so the way that we believe to keep these conversations productive, is not simply for people to scream and yell at each other and talk about who's right and who's wrong, but rather to analyze why the candidates are doing and saying the things that they're saying and doing, and trying to make broader sense of it."  

When it comes to learning, there is no age limit. Which is why the programs designed by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute are so important.

This morning, Greg and Dan had Deb Clay & Catherine Lawless from Bradley's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) on the show.   OLLI to celebrate their 30th year anniversary is hosting a Luncheon on Wednesday, September 18th. The luncheon will be hosted at Bradley University in the Michel Student Center's Ballroom from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. It will feature keynote speaker Janet Lange, the Executive Director Emerita of Continuing Education, as well as lunch and a cash bar.   Registration for OLLI opened on August 9th, and is still accepting students. In order to become a member of OLLI, either call (309)677-3900, email olli@bradley.edu, or visit bradley.edu/olli. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental and Tori Berube, program manager, OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) discuss the benefits of lifelong learning for older adults, focusing on the social, cognitive, and health benefits of lifelong learning, as well as the impact on longevity. They also highlight the upcoming fall term for OLLI, offering about 170 courses statewide.  

Thursday's program featured a look at the upcoming session at OLLI at UNH with Program Manager Tori Berube. OLLI is the acronym for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Their next session, which begins in August, will feature more than 170 classes that are available to their members.Registration begins on August 5. For more information its: www.unh.edu/OLLI or (603) 255-3553

David Rensin is the author of more than a dozen books, five of them New York Times bestsellers. I was lucky enough to meet David through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and he joins me here for a conversation about his long, strange trip as a journalist and author, from writing for Rolling Stone and Playboy in the 1960s and 70s to co-authoring massively popular books with Tim Allen and Jeff Foxworthy (!) in the 1990s. Rensin's 2013 book  All for a Few Perfect Waves: The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora is one of the most compelling visions of mid-century California I've encountered, and we talk here about Rensin's decades-long odyssey to capture Dora's significance as a surfer and cultural figure.   Check out my daily NEWS TRAP updates: https://www.patreon.com/collection/520366?view=expanded

This week, the ladies welcome very special guest Tracy Jacobs, Director of the Osher Institute at Towson University in Maryland. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Towson University provides learning opportunities to expand knowledge, gain insights into current events, and access social and cultural activities in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. There are no entrance requirements, just bring your curiosity and love of learning.If you or a Senior you love are interested in this program please see additional information here: https://www.towson.edu/campus/partnerships-research/osher/

We learn about one Wisconsin hospital being recognized for its work improving maternal care for Black pregnant people. Our Books and Beyond series visits the Rare Books Room at Central Library. We learn about the programs offered through Milwaukee's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Plus, tell you about a car education blog called Mechanic Shop Femme.

About 40 percent of workers over age 40 say they've experienced ageism at work, according to a recent AARP survey.That means sometimes getting passed up on opportunities for promotions. Or not getting hired at all.But unemployment is so low, many hiring managers are having a hard time finding workers. And that's good news for older workers facing bias and stigma in the hiring process.MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests talked about what ageism looks like in 2024, and how to reframe our ideas about aging and older workers. Guests:  Kate Schaefers, Ph.D., is director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Minnesota and volunteer state president for AARP-MN.Rajean Moone, Ph.D., is associate director of education for the Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation in the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health, and a member of the Governor's Council on an Age-Friendly Minnesota.

The world is on fire both figuratively and literally. How do we deal? In this episode, delivered as a live talk for UCONN chapter of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Ben draws on poetry, science, history, and philosophy to explore how we all might live in a world where we have no idea what is going on.

Episode 349 - Kerry Kriseman - Accidental First Lady - On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local PoliticsHello, and thank you for visiting. I'm a St. Petersburg native, and a graduate of University of South Florida (Go Bulls!) with a B.A. in Mass Communications/Broadcasting. I'm also a former political spouse.After years of being asked, “How do you do this?” I decided to tell my story of political spouse life with Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines (and Behind the Scenes) of Local Politics.Since publishing my book, I've had the honor of helping others start their author journeys. I've taught memoir writing with Keep St. Pete Lit, and next year, I'll teach a 4-part memoir class at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Eckerd College. To reach aspiring writers everywhere, I'm designing an online class: Memoir Magic: Crafting, Publishing, and Promoting Your Life Story. I'd love to add you to my Founders Group of students.  About the authorKerry Kriseman is a St. Petersburg native. She is a graduate of the University of South Florida with a B.A. in Mass Communications/Broadcasting. Kerry worked in print media for the St. Petersburg Times (now Tampa Bay Times) in various positions in the Newsroom and Marketing Department from 1988 to 1998. She has been the Public Relations Manager for Creative Clay, a St. Petersburg, Fla., non-profit since 2008.Kerry is the author of Accidental First Lady: On the Front Lines and Behind the Scenes of Local Politics, published by St. Petersburg Press. The memoir recounts her 22 years as a political spouse to her lawyer-turned-politician husband, Rick Kriseman, St. Petersburg Mayor from 2014-2022. Political life afforded Kerry remarkable travel experiences, such as travel to Morocco, Scotland, and Qatar. However, she also finds her hometown of St. Pete engaging, with its world-class museums, local arts districts, diversity, and vibrant neighborhoods. Equally as enjoyable as travel are Kerry's passions: dogs (her own Labradors and the guide dog puppies they raise), volunteering in several capacities, enjoying wine, trying new recipes, and challenging her baking skills with her new Kitchen Aid stand mixer. https://www.kerrykriseman.com/Finally a podcast app just for kids! KidsPod is founded on a simple idea:Every kid should have access to the power of audio.https://kidspod.app/Support the showhttps://livingthenextchapter.com/Want to support the show and get bonus content?https://www.buzzsprout.com/1927756/subscribe

Intellectual wellness is a key component to what we refer to as well-centered fitness and… aging well. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Duke University and the other 125 institutions founded by the Bernard Osher Foundation seek to “engage the minds, elevate the spirits and foster the well-being of its members through numerous educational programs and opportunities for volunteer service and social activity.”In this episode, Dr. Armstrong is joined by Chris McLeod, director of OLLI at Duke University, to discuss OLLI, lifelong learning, and the role they play in… aging well.Links:Osher National Resource CenterOLLI at Duke UniversitySupport the showHave questions you want answered and topics you want discussed on the Aging Well Podcast? Send us an email at agingwell.podcast@gmail.com or record your question for us to use in an upcoming episode:https://www.speakpipe.com/AgingWellPodcast

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute provides a short course for seniors this spring on "Estate Planning in Oregon," laying out the options for everything from medical care in our final days to the disposition of our Earthly goods.

Guest Spotlight: Victor Poleshuck, a retired obstetrician and gynecologist, shares his extensive experience in the medical field, his active retirement life, and his commitment to lifelong learning and community involvement. Polshuk discusses the challenges and rewards of his career, the transition to retirement, and his current pursuits, including teaching at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, traveling the world, and his involvement in the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Key Highlights: Career Reflections: Victor looks back on his fulfilling career in obstetrics and gynecology, highlighting the evolution of medical practices and his passion for teaching. Retirement Activities: A deep dive into Victor's retirement life, showcasing his active involvement in education, music, travel, and community service. Travel Adventures: Victor shares fascinating stories from his travels, including a recent trip along the Silk Route and his plans for future adventures. Community Engagement: Insights into Victor's contributions to the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and his efforts to bring classical music to new audiences. Family and Legacy: A touching discussion on the importance of family, particularly Victor's involvement in his grandchildren's lives and how this shapes his retirement experience. Advice for Retirees: Victor offers valuable advice for professionals approaching retirement, emphasizing the importance of finding purpose and staying active. Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: https://www.rit.edu/osher/Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: https://rpo.org/ This podcast is sponsored by Good Morning Freedom, my retirement coaching firm. I help executives and professionals plan the non-financial part of their retirement, like how to discover new purpose and how you want to spend your time. I offer a 1:1 coaching retirement blueprint package where we work together to discover some new avenues of exploration for your Act Three. This coaching is completely custom and will provide you with a ton of resources and support as you transition to this new stage of life. For all the details, please go to goodmorningfreedom.com/services. Our new Retirement SWAG Collection - stylish hoodies, sleek t-shirts, and classic baseball caps, each crafted to embody the spirit of retirement. It's not just about kicking back and relaxing; it's about embracing Freedom, stepping into a new phase of being Rewired, and thriving in your Act Three. Our collection celebrates these moments with designs that are minimal yet chic, modern yet timeless - perfect for you or as thoughtful gifts for your retired friends and family. https://goodmorningfreedom.myshopify.com/   Connect with Cara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caraliveslife/ or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caraliveslife/ or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cara.a.gray/  

After leaving school it can be hard to find a place where you can learn about new and interesting topics, especially in our later years. That's what the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is for: it's continuing education designed for those 50 and older who are “‘intellectually curious” and still want to learn new things while making new friends.

Our friends from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute stopped by to share a preview of this spring's programs and how you can join! ConcordTV will also be offering an OLLI class this March so keep an eye out for that and visit www.unh.edu/olli for more information.

Thursday's program featured the many and diverse courses being offered starting next month by OLLI at UNH. OLLI is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and program manager Tori Berube joined us in studio to discuss what's on their schedule for the coming semester. For more information it's www.uhh.edu/olli or call (603) 255-3553.

Beth Brunk Ph.D. is Dean of Extended University at the University of Texas at El Paso. Extended University supports Professional and Public Programs; the Center for Instructional Design; The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute; UTEP Connect, UTEP's suite of fully online degree programs; and the Office of Youth Program Development and Support. Dr. Brunk is professor of Rhetoric and Writing Studies and has served in several other administrative roles at UTEP including Director of First-Year Composition and Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. A member of the inaugural class of University of Texas System Academy of Distinguished Teachers, Dr. Brunk is also a recipient of the University of Texas Academy Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award. Dr. Brunk has served on several national boards, task forces, and committees and has published in the areas of online teaching and learning, online collaboration, student retention and persistence, serving diverse student populations, and academic administration. She has served on nearly 40 dissertation committees and chaired 24 of them. She is PI, co-PI, or supporting staff on several awarded grants and gifts from the Department of Education, American Public and Land-Grant Universities, the University of Texas System, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and HCA. Dr. Brunk holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at Arlington, A Master of Arts in English from the University of Texas at El Paso, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications/Advertising from New Mexico State University. She previously taught at James Madison University.

With Thanksgiving behind us, we are officially in the holiday season. For many, the holidays and the New Year mean a time of reflection and maybe some change. That could even mean looking at a new career or job. For younger people, it's general easier to prepare for a career change. But it may seem daunting for those who are decades into their current career. U.S. government research suggests that a “job for life” is now a rarity, with college graduates between 18 and 46 likely to have around 12 jobs during their careers. What's more, the survey showed that, of the jobs started by 40 to 46 year olds, 33% ended in less than a year. Kate Schaefers is the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Minnesota. She joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about how to navigate later-life career transitions.

A year after Eliza Kiser took over the helm as director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at North Carolina State University, the ship remains steady with a clear course ahead. OLLI is a superlative program in many settings across the United States. At NC State, there is a rich array of stimulating educational and socially engaging courses for folks age 50 and older. Join us as we hear more from Eliza about her vision for the OLLI program and community. Support the showHave comments or questions for us? Interested in sharing your story on Aging Well? Please send your information and questions to Hugh via email at willowwaycreations@gmail.com or through any of our social media links on our website, findingbeautyinthegray.com. We'd love to hear from you and appreciate your feedback. Leaving feedback on your podcast host site (Apple, Spotify, etc.) is the single most important and effective way for us to stay viable and to continue to bring you great stories and helpful resources. And if you are enjoying the show and getting value from our topics and guests, we would most welcome your financial support. Producing a quality resource does require appreciable financial investment. Thank you!

There is no age limit to when a person can learn a new skill. It's never too late, and you're never too old.  Trying something new, like painting or learning a new musical instrument, can expand your social circle and possibly unearth a talent you never knew you had. It can also build new neural pathways and hopefully spark curiosity and joy.  MPR News guest host Chris Farrell and his guests explore the benefits of trying new things in the second half of life.  Guests:  Kate Schaefers is the director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Minnesota. She also serves on the AARP executive council in Minnesota. Schaefers holds a Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Iowa State University.    Andrea Leap is a voice instructor at MacPhail Center for Music and teaches in MacPhail Music for Life department, a music education and creative arts program for people ages 55 and older. Leap recently co-led the first musical theater camp for older adults offered on Madeleine Island through MacPhail. She is also an adjunct faculty member at the University of St. Thomas.  Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

Today, I'm talking to Richard “Jet” Vertz. He's a retired aviation business executive who spent 40 years in the aerospace business, a U.S. Navy service officer who served in Vietnam, and a teacher at the University of Rhode Island's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. His latest book is Purpose Driven Retirement, in which he shares a process designed to help readers create their Purpose Driven Retirement Bucket List–goals based on hobbies, passions, strengths, limitations, and aspirations to achieve in this far-reaching phase of life.  In our conversation, Jet shares life lessons from growing up in an orphanage in war-torn Korea before being adopted by an American GI at the age of 11, why a life of leisure in retirement isn't always as fulfilling as we think it's going to be, and how to chart a new course for the decades to come–no matter what life stage you're in right now.  GET A FREE COPY OF JET'S BOOK, PURPOSE DRIVEN RETIREMENT: GENERATING A PURPOSE DRIVEN BUCKET LIST Here's all you have to do... Step 1.) Subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review over on iTunes. Step 2.) Text BOOK, that's BOOK to 866-482-9559 for a link to our book request page, complete the form and we will ship you the book for free. It's that simple! In this podcast interview, you'll learn: Why it's easy to start feeling like a “taker” after the honeymoon of early retirement wears off.  How Jet started his first purpose-driven retirement group–and how finding and defining purpose in this stage of life gave him the structure and support he needed. How to do a “purpose checkup” to make sure your life is moving in alignment with what you want–and want to give.  The difference between dreams and goals–and how to make the big things you want from life specific and achievable.  How (and why) to create a lifeline to tell the story of your life on a graph–and find your passion (and so much more) along the way.  Show Notes: RetireWithPurpose.com/390 Rate & Review the Podcast: RetireWithPurpose.com/review Sign Up to Casey's Weekend Reading Email! Sifting through the copious amount of conflicting financial advice and retirement information can be daunting - but it doesn't have to be! Each week, Casey makes it super easy. He hand-picks 4 of the most important articles you need to read, that are beneficial to you whether you're at, near, or in retirement! If you want them sent straight to your inbox, sign up by visiting RetireWithPurpose.com/weekend-reading

Episode 39 We have a real treasure here in Lexington. It's the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kentucky. This conversation is with Lee Edgerton. Lee is serving as the Chair for the OLLI Lexington Advisory Board for the 2023 through 2024 term. We talk about its history and then the programming it offers such as the Donovan Scholarship Series, the Donovan Forum Series, and how the teachers are selected. We also talk a little about Toastmasters and Storytelling. There are links to the things and places we talk about on the website at https://www.bluegrassregionvoicesandviews.com/olli

From astronomy to Ice Age mammals, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute brings learning and fellowship together.

On this episode of Community Conversations we get an exclusive preview of the upcoming fall season of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes. This is an amazing program in which volunteer instructors share their expertise with OLLI members on topics ranging from math to history, culture, and technology. Listen to the full episode for more information and a great discussion.

Diane Friar was a CPA and worked with a local firm for 37 years, where she became a partner. She worked for many years in litigation support and business valuation, work she greatly enjoyed. She retired in 2014 and has been attending Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes since then. An alumna of Aquinas College, she has two grown children and two grandchildren. Ashley Snyder is a junior at Aquinas College. She is majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She also plays for the Aquinas softball team. Her plans for the future have undergone recent revisions. She no longer wants to pursue a career in genetic counseling, but instead has discovered an interest in careers in the field of therapy. As part of an Aquinas College class on preparing for life after college, students were paired with mentors from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) across the street from the College. The course capstone project was a Generation Swap podcast interview exploring how generational differences can be a source of strength and growth. 

Cindy Ritter grew up in Detroit and became a dental hygienist at University of Detroit Dental School.  She has lived and worked in the Grand Rapids area for 55 years and during this time began her second career as an elementary school teacher after graduating from Aquinas.  She in now retired, but stays busy with her 5 sons' families (including 16 grandchildren), with her church (St. Robert), as a Kent County CASA and refugee resettlement volunteer, and with scrapbooking, softball, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes. Jenna Daschke is an Aquinas College junior from Novi, Michigan majoring in Political Science and International Studies. She enjoys being an active member of the Aquinas community as both a Student Ambassador and Women's Basketball player.   As part of an Aquinas College class on preparing for life after college, students were paired with mentors from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) across the street from the College. The course capstone project was a Generation Swap podcast interview exploring how generational differences can be a source of strength and growth. 

GUEST: Anastasia Edel - writer and social historian. ---------- Until February 2022, the war in Ukraine could be dismissed by some as a “quarrel in a faraway country, between people of whom we know nothing”, especially if they had been influenced by aggressive Russian propaganda and the techniques of hybrid information warfare. But in 2022 the war became full scale, and the propagandistic subterfuge far less effective. The West had believed that mutually beneficial commercial activity created a guarantee against a full-scale war in Europe, that would see hundreds of thousands of dead and wounded; that a Russian elite with financial, property and commercial interests in Europe would not risk it all for an imperial adventure or fall in behind the desperate acts of a genocidal autocrat. But once again, we entirely failed to predict or understand Russia's actions. The trauma and misfortune Russia has wrought on its peaceful, democratic neighbour is reminiscent of WWII - but will the leaders that unleashed this barbarism go the same way as the Nazi elite in 1945? ---------- SPEAKER: Anastasia Edel is a Russian-born American writer and social historian. She is the author of Russia: Putin's Playground, a concise guide to Russian history, politics, and culture. Her writing has appeared in the New York Review of Books, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Project Syndicate, Quartz, and World Literature Today. She teaches history at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of California, Berkeley. ---------- LINKS: Twitter: @AEdelWriter Staring Down the Black Hole of Russia's Future https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/03/10/russia-ukraine-putin-war-future/ ----------

We explore the rise in dating app usage and learn about the downfalls and benefits of being on them. Then, we learn about Milwaukee's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute as it celebrates 40 years. We tell you about some of the Wisconsin restaurants nominated for this year's James Beard Awards. Bubbler Talk looks into the history of Milwaukee's Reservoir Park.

Dave Kampfschulte is a retired teacher who currently teaches at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Aquinas College as well as serving as Director of Amazing Circles Workshops. Olivia Sebright is a sophomore at Aquinas College, dual majoring in Business and Communications. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing sports, and meeting new people. As part of an Aquinas College class on preparing for life after college, students were paired with mentors from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) across the street from the College. The course capstone project was a Generation Swap podcast interview exploring how generational differences can be a source of strength and growth.

What Do We Know About the Moon? July 20, 2019 is the 50th anniversary of humanity's first steps on the surface of the moon. In that time, the Apollo missions, a fleet of robotic probes and observations from Earth have taught us a lot about Earth's surprising satellite. In this nontechnical talk, Andrew Fraknoi, who is sometimes called the Bay Area's public astronomer, will look at the past, present and future of the moon, including its violent origins, the mystery of the frozen water we have found at its poles and its long-term future as it moves farther and farther away from us. Illustrated with beautiful images taken from orbit and on the surface, his talk will make the moon come alive as an eerie world next door, as a changing object in our skies, and as a possible future destination for humanity and its ambitions. Come find out how the achievements of the Apollo program fit into the bigger picture of our involvement with our only natural satellite. Fraknoi recently retired as the chair of the astronomy department at Foothill College and now teaches noncredit astronomy courses for seniors at the Fromm Institute at the University of San Francisco and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at San Francisco State. He also served as the executive director of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific for 14 years and was named the California professor of the year in 2007. Fraknoi appears regularly on local and national radio, explaining astronomical developments in everyday language. The International Astronomical Union has named Asteroid 4859 after Fraknoi in honor of his contributions to the public understanding of science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill welcomes novelist, violinist, and arts lecturer Erica Miner back to the show. Former Metropolitan Opera Orchestra violinist Erica is an award-winning author, lecturer, screenwriter, and arts journalist. Erica's debut novel, Travels with my Lovers, won the Fiction Prize in the Direct from the Author Book Awards. Her screenplays have won awards in the Santa Fe, WinFemme and Writer's Digest competitions. Erica's 3-part Julia Kogan “Opera Mystery” novel series, released by Level Best Books starting on Oct. 28, 2022, with Aria for Murder, in which young violinist Julia Kogan investigates murder and mayhem behind the Met's “Golden Curtain.” Erica's real-life experiences working with operatic superstars such as Luciano Pavarotti lend authenticity to the ale. Sequels take place at the Santa Fe and San Francisco Operas. A resident of the Pacific Northwest, Erica is a top speaker and lecturer on opera and writing. In addition to pre-concert lectures for the Seattle Symphony, Erica regularly presents for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of California San Diego and University of Washington; Creative Retirement Institute at Edmonds College; Wagner Societies in Boston, New York, the Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego, North Carolina and New South Wales (Sydney, Australia). As a lecturer in writing, she has presented for the WOTS, Fields End, and Los Angeles Writer Conferences.

The Sponsors Thank you to Underground Printing for making this all possible. UGP makes custom apparel such as t-shirts and sweatshirts and was founded by 2 Michigan alums over 20 years ago. They have 3 retail locations in Ann Arbor and offer thousands of University of Michigan athletic products for sale, ranging from clothing to accessories and memorabilia. Check them out at ugpmichiganapparel.com or check out our selection of shirts on the MGoBlogStore.com! And let's not forget our associate sponsors: Peak Wealth Management, HomeSure Lending, Ann Arbor Elder Law, Michigan Law Grad, Human Element, The Phil Klein Insurance Group, Venue by 4M, and we are recording this on SignalWire. The Broadcast: [After THE JUMP: What was said] --------------------- 1. Title IX and the 50th Anniversary of our Co-Ed Band, wsg Carl Grapentine Starts at 0:05 Carl joins us from the press box, announces to all of Ann Arbor what he's up to, then walks us through how Title IX came to the Michigan Marching Band, and 12 women finally broke the gender barrier at Michigan Stadium. 2. Hawai'i Preview starts at 17:57 We torture Alex Drain with the memories. 3. Colorado State after Review starts at 38:48 Brian's take on McNamara, Seth's take on the defensive ends, nobody else was really gradable from that. 4. Gimmicky Top Five Things You Remember from Games Nobody Remembers starts at 1:02:57 Not as much Maryland as you might think. Featured Musicians: Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective I've been waiting for this week so we can feature Ann Arbor's own Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective, which is an open community of local musicians aged 35 to Still Younger Than Craig Ross who play like 30 different instruments. These songs are all off an album, Strum Into Cognition, but as you might imagine it's only a tiny sample of what they put out and the real kick is seeing them perform live, though I just missed promoting their Fall Kickoff show at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Song choices: "Turned Out Nice Again" (instrumental) "Caveman" "72nd Time" Also because Across 110th Street will get our Youtubes taken now now, the opener and outro: “The Employee is Not Afraid”—Bear vs. Shark “Ruska Vodka”—Motorboat

Nancy Wehrkamp is the Director of Programming at Active Generations. She has spent most of her career in education. Before Active Generations, she was the director at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for 7 years. She was also an education consultant at Avera McKennan, and a school counselor at Our Savior's Lutheran Church.Nancy is married with 3 adult children and 1 grandchild.

Samantha Tripp returns to the show to discuss part 2 of The Battle of Yavin (A New Hope minutes 111-115). Discussion Guide: 00:00 - Hello there! 10:54 - A poignant fanfare. 18:43 - Star Wars metal music. 21:10 - Mic'ing and editing orchestras. 31:39 - Concert rituals. 37:08 - Pet peeve with lightsaber bows. 45:38 - Awkward flute writing. 52:53 - John Williams's history as a piano player and orchestral musician. 1:01:21 - How John Williams plays with building tension during the trench run. Overarching ascending trajectory. 1:06:53 - Brighter orchestral tone in the original trilogy. 1:08:58 - SWMM Questionnaire - Goodbyes Things Mentioned: Galactic Empire - "The Battle of Yavin/Launch from the Fourth Moon" - https://youtu.be/Eu0P7GydVRw Recording the Star Wars Saga -- Analysis by Chris Malone (2005-2012) - https://www.malonedigital.com/starwars.pdf Do You Know How Much Classical Music Is Edited? (Sound Field) - https://youtu.be/o2P_dRbYn_4 Score: A Film Music Documentary - https://www.score-movie.com/ Giulio Briccialdi (19th century Italian flautist/composer) Soundtrack: "The Battle Of Yavin (Launch From The Fourth Moon/X-Wings Draw Fire/Use The Force") STAR WARS MUSIC MINUTE QUESTIONNAIRE (this is Samantha's second time answering it): 1. In exactly 3 words, what does Star Wars sound like? Powerful, evocative, grandiose 2. What's something related to Star Wars music or sound that you want to learn more about? Solo season answer: Musician stories from recording the sequel films, particularly The Rise of Skywalker. What is it like sitting in the orchestra, hearing those themes, and trying to make connections in the film ahead of time? New answer: What was it like for the musicians recording the original trilogy, particularly the first film? Did they realize that they were playing something so iconic? Did they realize the impact that the music would have as they were playing it? 3. What's a score or soundtrack you're fond of besides anything Star Wars? Solo season answer: The Shape of Water (composed by Alexandre Desplat) New answer: Spider-Man: No Way Home (composed by Michael Giacchino) Samantha Tripp: YouTube channel and website are almost done! Check out Samantha's other episode on SWMM: Solo 3: Imperial March Diegesis - https://youtu.be/Kj9EAuzCY68 Samantha will be teaching a course on Star Wars music through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Tufts University soon. -------- If you enjoyed this episode and want to show extra appreciation, feel free to buy me a coffee and shout out the guest! https://buymeacoffee.com/starwarsmusmin If you want to support the show, consider becoming a patron!  https://patreon.com/chrysanthetan Leave a voice message, and I might play it on the show...   https://starwarsmusicminute.com/comlink Where else to find SWMM: Spotify: https://smarturl.it/swmm-spotify Apple Podcasts: https://smarturl.it/swmm-apple YouTube: https://youtube.com/starwarsmusicminute TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@starwarsmusicminute? Twitter: https://twitter.com/StarWarsMusMin Instagram: https://instagram.com/starwarsmusicminute Email: podcast@starwarsmusicminute.com

Richard Plotzker is an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute student at the University of Delaware. In "Anger in Perspective," Richard offers a historical and biological perspective on anger in America. Since 2017, the Voices of UD initiative has been giving students a platform to tell their stories. The 2021 contest invites students to consider "Why is everyone so angry?" The views and opinions expressed by the contest participants do not necessarily reflect the views of the University, its administration, or faculty. Learn more about the CPC's programs and initiatives at www.cpc.udel.edu. Learn more about the contest at www.cpc.udel.edu/voices.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, or “OLLI" is a program available at OU for adults 50 years and older. From The Evolution of the Arab-Israeli Conflict to Hip Hop for Baby Boomers, the program offers more than 50 options and has something for just about everyone. Senior news reporter Ari Fife tells stories of lifelong learning at OU's OLLI in our season finale episode.

Jen goes on a nostalgic journey with Stanley Darer. Even after all these years, Stanley's memories and recollections of his time in the Borscht Belt inspired him to teach a class at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at NC State University.For more information on the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: osherfoundation.orgToday's Sponsors:True Freedom – Find out how a True Freedom plan can bring piece of mind and security for you and your loved ones at onendone.us or 1-844-WANTINFO.Yesteryear Wear – Get 15% on your order with "borschtbelt15" at  www.yesteryearwear.com/Check out these other amazing Borscht Belt resources:The Catskills Institute: web.northeastern.edu/philbrown/centers-and-institutes/catskills-institute/Office of the County Historian: sullivanny.us/Departments/CountyHistorianClassic Catskills: www.classiccatskills.comBorscht Belt Interviews at The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library: ebcpl.org/interviews2**************************SHOW INFORMATION:**************************Instagram | Facebook | TwitterSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/borschtbeltpod)