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Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a master podcast interviewer? Join me as I chat with Nicole Christina, author, psychotherapist, and creator/host of the Zestful Agent podcast, who shares her journey into podcasting, her book Not Just Chatting: How to Become a Master Podcast Interviewer, and the power of Listening to others' stories. We'll explore the challenges she faced in growing her audience and finding the right balance between staying true to her passions and catering to the interests of her audience.Together, we'll discuss the idea of 'dumbing down' information to appeal to larger audiences and how to choose guests and topics that reflect your values. Nicole also shares her experience writing her book and how it has opened doors for her in the podcasting world. From finding inspiration to navigating the long game of podcasting, we dive into what it takes to succeed in this competitive landscape.Finally, we'll discuss the importance of allowing space for others to share their stories and the significance of listening and staying open to the experiences of those around us. Get ready for an insightful and inspiring conversation that will teach you the art of mastering podcast interviews and remind you of the power of connection and understanding in our ever-evolving world.For more on Nicole Christina and the Zestful Aging Podcast, Click the links below.https://youtube.com/@zestfulaging132https://www.nicolechristina.com/podcasts.htmlhttps://zestfulaging.com/http://www.wcny.org/zestful-aging-tennis-great-gigi-fernandez/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zestful-aging/id1344320689https://www.facebook.com/ZestfulAging/

Nicole Christina is the host of the multi-award winning Zestful Aging Podcast, an interview show heard in 106 countries. Nicole's guests are change makers from a variety of disciplines; filmmakers, writers, advocates, poets, musicians, scientists, athletes and entrepreneurs, many of whom are top experts in their fields. She calls herself “the Terry Gross of aging well.” After more than 30 years as a psychotherapist, she's created Zestful Aging Coaching. Nicole has also authored the book Not Just Chatting: How to Become a Master Podcast Interviewer. Nicole also is an avid tennis player. Nicole cannot live without nature. She has a spiritual connection with trees and fauna. She lives in a small town outside Syracuse, New York. Nicole cited the scientific studies that bolster her sense that nature helps improve her well-being. She feels joy, freedom and gratitude when she has had an opportunity to be in nature. She tries to absorb the goodness of the moment. She soon will embarking on a trip to the Netherlands to visit the Anne Frank museum. While visiting, she will interview two people connected with the museum and the World War II resistance. Find out more at ZestfulAging.com and at the links below: ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolechristinalcsw/ ● http://ZestfulAging.com ● http://Facebook.com/ZestfulAgingPodcast ● https://instagram.com/zestfulaging/ ● https://www.pinterest.com/ZestfulAging/ ● https://www.youtube.com/@zestfulaging132 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maria-leonard-olsen/support

Angela Mitchell Hill is an entrepreneur and the owner of Nashville Nails By Na'Sah's, a full service nail salon located in the Nashville International Airport. She actively seeks out products that support marginalized populations and favors environmentally sound beauty products. As a business leader, she values being a force for good. Find out more about her here: https://angelamitchellhill.com Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Some of you may have heard of a little show called HGTV. Traci Schubert Barrett was one of the founding team members, but after thirty years of experience in corporate America, she began to wonder “what if there's more to our lives than job success?” In a huge leap of faith, she quit her executive job and went on a soul-searching journey. Today, Traci is an entrepreneur, podcast host, speaker, author and executive coach who helps others in their search for meaning beyond job success. Her new book, “WHAT IF THERE'S MORE? FINDING SIGNIFICANCE BEYOND SUCCESS” shares the details of her soul-searching journey that led her to where she is today and helps readers to do the same. Find out more at Traci Schubert Barrett.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

One of the challenges of older adults is getting enough stimulation. To make things worse, we're all aware that COVID increased isolation, loneliness and depression. Christ Brickler has co founded a company that ‘s mission is to keep older adults engaged and active in new experiences. Enter Virtual Reality. This new technology is being embraced all over the globe. Find out more: digital therapy now.org. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Janet Reilly loves pickleball so much that she became a Pickleball Ambassador for Central New York. She sings its praises wherever she can. When she brought me to the local college gym to play for my first time, she quipped, “Welcome to your new addiction!” The pure fun of it is a welcome salve to the world's challenges. Find out more at USAPickleball.org. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Dr. Joshua Coleman is the foremost expert on parent/child estrangement. He's been on every media outlet you can think of--including Sesame Street! I think he's the first of over 300 guests who have had that honor. Dr. Coleman talked to me about why parent/child estrangement is on the rise. Some even call it a national epidemic. And he went into detail on some of the surprising reasons why. Find out more at: https://www.drjoshuacoleman.com/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Having odd health symptoms? This episode could help. Dr. Bruce Dorr is a leading expert in menopause and hormonal balancing. He helps women with their hormone issues which can look like heart problems, anxiety and various other maladies. Often women wind up going to all kinds of specialists before they end up in his office. Dr. Dorr talks in laypersons' terms about what hormones do and how they change as we age. Find out more about his work: https://biote.com/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

William B. Miller, Jr. M.D., is an internationally known evolutionary biologist, medical doctor, and author of seven acclaimed books. After a career practicing medicine, Dr. Miller became fascinated in evolution upon seeing Sue, a T-Rex skeleton housed in the Chicago Field Museum. Since then, Dr. Miller has become a leading expert in the field of evolutionary biology as the developer of Cognition-Based Evolution, publishing scores of peer-reviewed papers, hundreds of online articles, and books including the acclaimed, “The Microcosm Within”. More recently, a docuseries based on his forthcoming popular science book for general readers, “Bioverse”, is in development. Find out more at https://www.ourbioverse.com/ . Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

As we age, we often have more time and energy for creativity. And there's even a theory that after we're done having babies we need to do something with all of that creative energy. But where to start? What if you can't even draw a stick figure? Faigie Kobre helps women who may be intimidated by art but who want to reignite their creativity. She talks to us about the magic of alcohol inks, which she says are sure to fill your days with color and joy & bring calmness to your life. Find out more at https://creativityreignited.com/ or https://eduart4kids.com/ . Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Keri Gans is the author of “The Small Change Diet”, and a blogger for US News & World Report. “The Keri Report”, her own bi-monthly podcast and newsletter, helps to convey her no-nonsense, sometimes controversial, and fun approach to living a healthy lifestyle. Today we're going to get her true confessions–including that she doesn't like kale or sweet potato–and hear about what actually works for long term health. She gives us some simple, easy to follow guidelines to follow for optimal health as we age. Find out more here: KeriGansny.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

It's no secret that in our culture most older people experience ageism– discrimination that's based on a person's age. In fact, in a recent study reported this year in the Journal of the American Medical Association 93% of people ages 50 to 80 reported experiencing one or more forms of ageism in their everyday lives. While it follows that we would want to do something to abolish ageism, we may feel that we don't have much power to do so as individuals. But according to social gerontologist Jeanette Leardi, there's quite a lot that we can -- and should -- do. Find out more: JeanetteLeardi.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Have you tried the sport that is literally sweeping the nation? Pickleball is appealing to all kinds of people, at every age. Mike Branon talks to us about why it is the perfect activity for us as we age. And why it checks so many boxes–movement, social engagement, and brain strategy. Mike Branon is the author of “THE JOY of Pickleball”, the definitive instructional guide for the senior player. Find out more: https://www.mikebranon.com/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Did you know that over 80% of patients lie to their doctors, and women lie more than men do? Why is that so? When the possible consequences are quite serious…like inaccurate diagnosis and inaccurate treatment. Susan Salenger, author and researcher, looks at women and their complicated relationship with their doctors and the healthcare system. She shines a light on the cultural history and gender bias in the medical community and how that affects our care and the care of our loved ones. Salenger offers us practical advice to help us recognize these biases and better navigate the patient-doctor relationship. Find out more here: SusanSalenger.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Dr. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell is an award-winning fashion historian, curator, and journalist based in Los Angeles. As well as writing books and articles, she does writing, lecturing, curating, and consulting for museums, universities, and the entertainment industry. She has written about fashion, art, and culture for “The Atlantic”, “Politico”, “Slate”, “The Wall Street Journal” and “The Washington Post” and has appeared on NPR, the Biography Channel, and Reelz. Find out more at KimberlyChrisman-Campell.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Are you a podcast host who wants to make your interviews more engaging and interesting? If so, you're in luck. In this episode, our special guest Nicole Christina shares some tips on how to conduct your podcast interviews like a pro. So, whether you are just starting out or have been podcasting for a while, read on for some tips that will help you take your show to the next level. Nicole Christina is the host of the multi-award-winning Zestful Aging Podcast, an interview show heard in 103 countries. She is also the author of “Not Just Chatting; How to Become a Master Podcast Interviewer”. Nicole's guests are change makers from a variety of disciplines; filmmakers, writers, advocates, poets, musicians, scientists, athletes and entrepreneurs, many of whom are top experts in their fields. The Show has a humanitarian focus, and looks at the importance of leaving your own legacy. Leaving a legacy is a way of contributing to the common good, which has shown to have a significant impact on aging well. Find out more at ZestfulAging.com   Read the show notes for this episode here >> www.toobusytopodcast.co.uk/66  —-------------------------- Connect with Rosemarie on Instagram: @toobusytopodcast   Connect with Rosemarie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarie-callender/

Kip Clarke has been a multi-sport elite athlete who now, as she turns 60, uses her experiences to coach women in their middle and later years. Some of her accomplishments include championship titles in rowing, basketball, badminton, and field hockey, but most of her success in sports has come through playing competitive tennis. She currently holds three National Tennis Championship titles and has competed in six World Championships over the past two decades. Kip uses her experience as an elite athlete to help women as a transformational coach. See more at KipClarke.com Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

For over 30 years as a 4th-generation physician, Dr. Bill Rawls has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis in his early forties abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to research the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Today, Dr. Rawls shares the revelations that helped him and thousands of others reclaim their lives and find their own paths to wellness. He is the bestselling author of “Unlocking Lyme”, “The Cellular Wellness Solution”, and is the Medical Director and Co-Founder of Vital Plan, Inc., a holistic health company. Learn more at VitalPlan.com. Use the code zestful15 to get 15% off of your first order at VitalPlan.com. I use them myself! Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Alice Tym played at Wimbledon 5 times--limo and strawberries included. She began her tennis career before Title IX was enacted, when women athletes were not supported by their universities and had to organize their matches and transportation on their own. At 79, Alice is a gold medal winning pickleball player who says pickleball is a way to keep active and avoid loneliness.To say she is sassy is like saying the sun is hot. Funny, baudy and a straight shooter, Alice says that at this age you can either talk about your bowels or hit a ball. I had the great privilege of joining her for dinner at the National Senior Games this past spring. Enjoy Alice's irreverent humor and zest for life. Find out more about the National Senior Games at: https://nsga.com/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Meet Donna Kalil. She calls herself and her volunteers "Everglades Avengers". She's an environmentalist/herpetologist whose mission in life is to rid her beloved Everglades of the Burmese Python, an invasive and destructive creature. This invasive snake preys on almost anything--rabbit, deer, fox, otters....and there is a desperate attempt to control their numbers so the ecosystem can get back into some balance. Donna Kalalil is a true "zesty". She's in her 60s, and doing what she loves--even if it's not everyone's cup of tea. Her purpose is clear and it motivates her to go out night after night. She's also profiled on almost every story and documentary on the Everglades ecology. A Japanese crew came over recently to film her! Thank you Donna. It was a real thrill. You can find Donna on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donna.kalil.7 Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Angela White, aka The Running Granny, started running at the age of 53 as part of a series of ‘small steps' she took to improve her health and quality of life. A friend then introduced her to the world of ultra running and she became fascinated with what the human body can achieve when asked. Since then she has completed events of increasing distance including a number of 24 hour races, a 100 mile race and the 190 mile Northern Traverse. A former surgeon, Angela has a lifelong passion to inspire others to take their own ‘small steps' to adopt healthy lifestyle choices throughout life and has set up a social enterprise to encourage and motivate people to improve their future health. FInd out more here: https://therunninggranny.co.uk/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

What if you could live another ten, twenty, or thirty years beyond your current life expectancy? What if science could make it possible to engineer your body to slow down aging and continue to live your best life beyond 100? Imagine being able to print a new organ in a 3D printer or engineer genes to revert to their youngest and healthiest condition? This is not science fiction, it's happening right now. In this episode, Dr. Michael Roizen talks about his brand new book: “The Great Age Reboot” and how we can take advantage of these very real discoveries. He is the Emeritus Chief Wellness Officer at the Cleveland Clinic and author of four #1 New York Times best-selling books. Check out his podcast here: https://radiomd.com/show/you-the-owners-manual-radio-show Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX. For those who are unfamiliar, TITLE IX is a Federal law that prohibits discrimination based on sex or gender in any educational institution that receives federal funding. Previous to this law, universities had club sports for women, but they did not receive funding or support. Deborah Slaner Larkin is the former CEO of the Women's Sports Foundation, Founded by Billie Jean King in 1974. Their mission is to strengthen and expand participation and leadership opportunities through research, advocacy, community programming and a wide variety of collaborative partnerships. Deborah also served on the President's Council of Physical Fitness and Sports. During her tenure at the President's Council, she co-managed the critically acclaimed President's Council Report: Physical Activity & Sport in the Lives of Girls: Physical & Mental Health Dimensions from an Interdisciplinary approach. I met her at the National Senior Games last month, where she went on to win the Doubles championship. Find out more at: https://nwlc.org/demand-ix/ Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

When Verla's dear friend died from a heart attack–even though she was smart and fit–Verla put her clinical research hat on and investigated what went wrong. In her book “Optimize Your Heart Rate”, she does a deep dive into how to prevent heart attacks and how to be sure you are taken seriously by emergency personnel if you think you are having one. Find out more about Verla and her “outdoor mindset” at https://treesmendus.com/. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

What do you get when you mix two celebrated photographer artists who each love the environment and the beauty of the Everglades? Who have lived on a sailboat, mourned the death of their teenaged son, and faced the challenges and joys of aging together? Celebrated photographer Clyde Butcher and his wife Nikki are both committed to saving the Everglades by demonstrating its beauty and uniqueness through their art. Enjoy his beautiful work at: ClydeButcher.com. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Jeannette Encinias is an author whose work has also been published in places like Mindbodygreen, Annapurna Living, The Bitter Oleander Press, and Sivana Spirit. Her poetry has been featured in books, plays, one-woman shows, and an opera! She identifies as a poet first and foremost. You can find her new collection of poetry “Queen Owl Wings” on Amazon. Find out more here: https://www.jeannetteencinias.com/. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Bill Rawls is an OB-GYN and leading expert in Lyme disease, integrative health, and herbal medicine. In the middle of his successful medical career, Dr. Rawls' life was interrupted by Lyme disease. As he struggled to overcome it, he explored nearly every treatment possible – from conventional medicine to a range of alternative therapies. In the process, Dr. Rawls discovered a shocking amount of controversy and confusion around causes, diagnosis, and treatment that left thousands of patients confused, unsupported, and chronically ill. Find out more here: https://rawlsmd.com/ Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

How can we support our health, and the health of a loved one, especially if that person has cognitive limitations like dementia? Erica Hornthal is a dance therapist who talks about how dance can increase our quality of life and decrease depression and anxiety. Dance therapy can also have a positive effect on well-being, mood and body image. A body-centered approach to psychotherapy can also help validate and support an individual who is nonverbal, due to sensory processing issues, dementia or other difficulties with language. Find out more at https://www.chicagodancetherapy.com/. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Diane Hullet had been an English teacher, but once her children launched she decided to become certified by The Conscious Dying Institute as a Sacred Passage Doula and Conscious Dying Educator and Coach. She talks about what a death doula's role is, and why it's so different from the traditional ways we deal with death. It's a profound conversation. Find out more: bestlifebestdeath.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Alice Patterson was going along the conventional college path when she discovered that she wanted to be a photographer. So she pivoted in a big way, and adventures followed. She created a whole new way to make a living as a photographer. And she is flourishing and teaching other photographers to approach the business in a whole new way. Hers is a story of resilience and courage. Find out more at https://www.lovingmycompany.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Jonatha Brooke is an internationally renowned singer, songwriter and producer. She wrote the theme to "Buffy the Vampire Slayer", and has collaborated with the likes of Katy Perry. Brooke also created and performed the critically acclaimed, one-woman, Off Broadway musical called “My Mother Has 4 Noses” which is about her relationship with her mother, whom she cared for before she succumbed to Alzheimers. Find out more at https://jonathabrooke.com Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Are you an empty nester, and wonder what to cook for yourself? It doesn't make sense to roast a turkey or make a pan of lasagne anymore, so do you settle for toast, a yogurt, with a spoon of nutella thrown in? Chef Littley is a classically trained chef who has worked at white tablecloth restaurants, executive dining and finally at the end of his career at an all-girls Catholic high school, where he took school food to an entirely new level. Check out his website which is chock full of great recipes: askchefdennis.com. Check out this FREE Virtual Masterclass series WILD AND WISE with super zestful ager, Kip Clarke: https://masterclass.wildandwise50.com/Nicole_Christina She's put together a group of women who talk about all things aging well. I'm one of her guests speaking on how to age zestfully. Hope you will check it out. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Have you ever made a little joke about being old? Something seemingly harmless: Something like “I'm too old to wear that”, “I'm over the hill?” One of my tennis buddies says “I'm too old to get that shot.” Our guest today is a gerontology researcher who investigates the real cost (emotional, physical, societal) of our widespread, unchecked discrimination of being old–of course the irony is that the discrimination is about us, or our future selves. Where does this ageism come from? Who benefits? Why is it so important to dismantle? Dr. Tracey Gendron is the author of the new book “Ageism Unmasked” and I guarantee you her insights will have a profound effect on how you see aging. Find out more at TraceyGendron.com. Here's the link for the Grow My Podcast Summit–a free gathering of over 30 experts in the podcasting space: https://www.growmypodcastsummit.com/gmps?affiliate_id=3828334 Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

By now we've all heard the term “self-love”. But what is it really? Is it treating yourself to a mani-peni? Buying an expensive handbag? It turns out that true self love is more akin to self compassion, which has been proven to help heal depression, anxiety and trauma. As a psychotherapist, I have found that cultivating self love is a truly powerful way to create inner peace and freedom. Katie Phillips is the founder of The School of Self Love. She is a Women's Empowerment Master Coach, Love & Dating Mentor and author of ‘The Self Love Affair - A Woman's Guide To A Daring & Mighty Life'. Find out more at https://theschoolofself.love/ Added bonus, check out the YouTube I did with Katie. https://youtu.be/BSl2O4rCN88 Katie has a promotion going on now: https://katiephillips661.lpages.co/meet-your-soul-mate/ Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Dr. Laura Reeder is an artist, a teacher, and a human who encourages young people and adults to use creativity as a form of activism to make meaningful change in the world. Her recent installation at the Everson Museum of Art titled "Now More Than Ever" re-shaped a gallery with thousands of cell phone photos taken from her walks through everyday life. Her miles-long "Cultivators", labyrinths that she creates by walking in snow, sand, and leaves invite us to pay closer attention to the natural environment. Find out more here: https://laurakreeder.com/ Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Improvisation is having a moment. People are finding it has tons of benefits for social and mental health. They are stepping out of their comfort zone, which is a key element to aging zestfully. Pam Victor is a professional improviser and the founder of Head of Happiness, of Happier Valley Comedy. Pam is the co-author of "Improvisation at the Speed of Life: The TJ & Dave Book" and was awarded the New England Public Radio Arts & Humanities Award. She also is a TEDx speaker “Meet Your Inner Critic (and tell it to pipe down).” Find out more at https://www.happiervalley.com/ Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Carl Honore is a Canadian journalist who is a best selling author and two time TED speaker. He's known as “the godfather of the slow movement”. His latest book, “Bolder–Making the Most of Our Longer Lives”–challenges ageism by dismantling the myths surrounding growing older. He argues that aging can be a bonus rather than a burden. Find out more about Carl's work: CarlHonore.info. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Many of us are aware that the over 60 demographic is the fastest growing demographic here in the US and all over the world. We have tremendous power and influence. ThirdAct.org organizes people over the age of 60 to work on climate and racial justice. Akaya Windwood and Bill McKibben talk about their work mustering political and economic power to move Washington and Wall Street in the name of a fairer, more sustainable society and planet. Find out more: ThirdAct.org. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Aging has its joys and challenges. One of the big challenges is the changes in our bodies–particularly if you are a woman. Most of us mourn the loss of our younger bodies. But are there ways we can think about our aging bodies differently? Meet Dr. Susan Sands, a clinical psychologist known for her trailblazing work in female development. Her new book “The Inside Story” is a radical new look at aging as a woman. Find out more here: https://www.sandsinsidestory.com/ Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Susan Tweit is an award winning writer and botanist on a mission “to restore our home planet and help us be our best and kindest selves.” She volunteers at Yellowstone National Park removing invasive plant species by hand so the native plants can thrive and feed the animals that call the Park home. Her award winning books are personal and tender stories about her own challenges, including the loss of her beloved husband ten years ago to brain cancer and her own chronic disease. Find out more at SusanJTweit.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

At 61, writer and editor Linda Lowen has fulfilled a lifelong dream–-- she's written her first book, a travel guidebook promoting her hometown of Syracuse, NY. Even though she's been published in the New York Times and earned national recognition as a former TV and radio producer -- hosting award-winning programs on PBS and NPR stations --she says that since she's turned 50, life has become downright magical. With every year, it's only gotten better. Find out more about Linda: LindaLowen.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Many of us know how painful it can be to watch a once vibrant person lose function in their mind and body. Denise Medved knows this story all too well. She lost her mother to Alzheimer's Disease. On top of the grief she suffered, she was left wondering what the future had in store for her as she aged. Through extensive research, Denise discovered that the number one concern of people of all ages is losing cognitive function and mobility as we age. She spent years researching the relationship between physical movement and cognitive function and became an expert on aging and the brain. This led to the development of her science-informed program “Ageless Grace” which targets all parts of the brain and is actually fun to do! Find out more at AgelessGrace.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

We all know that being part of a community is good for our health. We deeply crave a sense of belonging, especially these days. After all, we're mammals, and we're designed to be with others. But what if your community also helped cut down on waste and challenged the values of our consumer culture? That would be an amazing community! Welcome to the Buy Nothing Project. The Buy Nothing Project was founded in 2013 with the mission to build community by connecting people through hyperlocal gifting, and reducing our impact on the environment. You'd be surprised to find out what you can have for free–including chicken poop and pickle juice! Find out more at BuyNothingProject.org. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Having grown up in a multigenerational home, aging expert Isabel Tom wants us to consider how our attitudes toward aging affect our elders. She's passionate about helping us develop better relationships with elders, both for their sake and ours. She believes it's a great loss for both young and old to experience life separately. A writer, speaker and educator, Isabel Tom wants to teach us the value of elders and elder care. Find out more about her at IsabelTom.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Unless you are a devout minimalist you have a lot of stuff. We're surprised how much stuff we have. Where does it all come from? But have we thought about our relationship to our things? How does it change over our life span? Why is it more complicated than just figuring out something in our closet “sparks joy”? Professor David Ekerdt has researched questions like these over his academic career. His acclaimed book, “Downsizing: Confronting Our Possessions in Later Life”, is not a how-to, but a deep dive into our relationship with our stuff, how it changes, and how it's much harder to part with stuff than the how-to guides would have us believe. Here's his article from the Wall Street Journal: https://www.wsj.com/articles/44-years-studying-retirement-11634913113 Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

The mother of extreme climber Alex Honnold, star of the Oscar winning documentary “Free Solo”, decided to take up extreme sports in her sixties. At age 66, Deirdre Wolownick set a record of her own on El Capitan – becoming the oldest woman ever to climb that sheer rock face. A multi talented woman in her own right, she proves that determination and grit can bring you to places that you've never imagined and even help heal a life that was full of emotional challenges. Find out more at DiedreW.us. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Carrie Luteran is a professional organizer. She talks to us about the importance of having a place for all of your important papers and instructions for when you “kick the bucket”. It's an easy task to put off. Who wants to be reminded of their own mortality? But it's the loving thing to do for the person who is going to be in charge of dealing with your stuff when you are no longer here. It may seem daunting at first, but doing it brings a feeling of tremendous relief. Find out more about Carrie here: PrettyNeatSolutions.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

Jane Adams, Ph.D., is a social psychologist who is an expert on family estrangement. Her book “When Our Grown Kids Disappoint Us” gets to the heart of the dilemma of having an adult child who has significant problems in life. Her work has been featured on Today, Good Morning America, the Oprah Winfrey Show and PBS. FInd out about Jane at JaneAdams.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.

“Duty Free” is a documentary about a son who witnesses his mom get pushed out of her job due only to her age. As a filmmaker, he uses the opportunity to document not only her struggle, but the bucket list adventure he takes her on to reclaim her life. As she struggles to find work, he documents some of the painful realities from her past and the economic insecurity soon to shape not only her future, but that of an entire generation. Find out more about Sian-Pierre Regis and his award winning film and the policy he and his mom are influencing here: DutyFreeFilm.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com

Deborah Voll has been an Airbnb “super host” for nine years. She's the author of the book “The Tell-All Guide To Airbnb Hosting, Tips, and Tricks for Successful Hosting”. Deborah shares some of the lessons she has learned about herself, and tips for you to not only be a successful host but a great guest. Check out her website: DeborahVoll.com. Check out https://copenotes.com/zestful for an innovative app that supports mental health. Find out more about the Zestful Aging Podcast at ZestfulAging.com.