What is positive aging and how can we can we promote it in our own lives? Our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, David Lereah, is the founder and Executive Director of United We Age. Over the years, David has enjoyed a highly successful career as a recognized economic expert in the financial services and real estate industries. But a major challenge in his own life brought about a shift in his focus. Now his passion lies in supporting senior citizens and helping them to live active, fulfilling and … [Read more...]
Mary Owen: Donna Reed’s Daughter Shares Memories Of Her Mom
We boomers have reached the age when a big dose of nostalgia and a sentimental walk down memory lane are one of our favorite pastimes. And, for the first TV generation, reminiscing about the shows from the ‘50s and ‘60s is at the top of the list. When it comes to bringing back fond memories, you can’t get much better than early TV. Not only did the family-themed programs supply us with hours of entertainment, they also provided role models and life lessons to guide us through our formative … [Read more...]
Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers
Are you a childfree adult who is considering retirement and concerned about your financial security, physical health and general wellbeing? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. has to say. Sara is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. Her book, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults, was selected as a “best book on aging well” by the Wall Street … [Read more...]
Dr. Michael Greger Shares How You Can Survive a Pandemic
Worried about the coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones? If so, please plan to take 15-minutes to hear what the good doctor has to share... I always begin my podcast, Feisty Side of Fifty, by referring to the program as “a celebration of baby boomers who are embracing life, as we grow older.” But celebrating life has certainly proven challenging as of late. That’s why this broadcast is especially important. Our guest, Dr. Michael Greger, is a physician, author, and … [Read more...]
Eugenia Zukerman: Like Falling Through A Cloud
Those of us over fifty know only too well that age brings challenges. And some of them, in fact, are so big they can seem insurmountable. Yet we can find comfort and solace when people of real grace share their own struggles with openness and honesty. Eugenia Zukerman is just such a person. You know Eugenia from her 25-year career as the arts correspondent for the much loved and long running show, CBS Sunday Morning. Eugenia is also an internationally renowned flutist, an artistic director of numerous … [Read more...]