The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners to stimulate dialogue on trends with great momentum to advance gerontology. The Momentum Discussions podcasts delve into various aging-related topics and features conversations with experts in the field. The podcasts explore the latest research, trends, and practical applications in gerontology, covering themes such as the impacts of aging on health, social systems, and policy. Its goal is t ...
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A geriatrics and palliative care podcast for every health care professional. We invite the brightest minds in geriatrics, hospice, and palliative care to talk about the topics that you care most about, ranging from recently published research in the field to controversies that keep us up at night. You'll laugh, learn and maybe sing along. Hosted by Eric Widera and Alex Smith. CME available!
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Hi, I’m Ilana Landsberg-Lewis, your host of WISDOM AT WORK: : Older Women, Elderwomen, Grandmothers on the Move!, the podcast that kicks old stereotypes to the curb! Come meet these creative, outrageous, authentic, adventurous, irreverent and powerful Disrupters and Influencers. Older Women, Elderwomen, Grandmothers – from the living room to the courtroom – making powerful contributions in every walk of life. We know them most intimately as loving caregivers, the older women in our lives wit ...
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The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) brings together educators, clinicians, administrators, researchers, and students who share their experiences, expertise, and innovations in aging. The GSA On Aging Podcast series covers a wide range of topics related to aging and gerontology. It features interviews with experts and discussions on research papers published in various GSA journals. The series explores various aspects of aging, including dementia, technology, ageism, age-friendly comm ...
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bOLDer People is a production of the University of Southern Indiana exploring the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana and highlighting initiatives of the USI Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program. So, let’s listen, learn, and be inspired by their stories of triumph, love, uncertainty, perseverance and much more. Welcome to the bOLDer People podcast. This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Se ...
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Vital Views is a weekly podcast created by UNLV School of Nursing to discuss health care from a Rebel Nursing perspective. We share stories and expert information on both nursing-specific and broader healthcare topics to bring attention to the health trends and issues that affect us. New episodes every Tuesday. Feedback? Questions? Episode Ideas? Email vital.views@unlv.edu.
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Are you or a loved one hoping to live independently at home for as long as possible? The Aging In Place Directory podcast explores all aspects of aging in place - from home modifications and safety products, to caregiving tips and resources for older adults. Host Esther C. Kane, CAPS, C.D.S. shares insights from her training and experience as well as by interviewing experts on creating an environment that supports independent living as we age. Each episode will discuss key topics like fall p ...
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Learn about the fitness and wellness modalities offered at Ageless Fitness and Vitality Booth Wellness Center including: Cryotherapy, Halotherapy, Red Light Therapy, Infrared Sauna, Compression Therapy, and Fitness.
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The Called to Flourish Podcast covers mental health topics through a Catholic Christian perspective to highlight human dignity and help achieve an integrated healing process of the heart, mind, and soul. It is hosted by Fr. Charles Sikorsky, LC, JD, JCL, President of Divine Mercy University (DMU), and Thomas Cronquist, Director of Institutional Advancement at DMU. Divine Mercy University is a graduate school of mental health and spiritual development that integrates Catholic Christian anthro ...
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How can you as a professional therapist be challenged, grow personally and professionally, and find resources and knowledgeable experts that are relevant and enlightening? We think that you will find this and more in our podcast, The Therapist’s Chair. The Therapist’s Chair, with your host Andrew B, attempts to answer the important questions that are relevant to you, the practicing therapist. There are almost unlimited ways in which social services attempts to provide appropriate treatment t ...
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How The Environment Affects Aging and the Concept Of Environmental Gerontology
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In this episode, Esther Kane discusses the concept of environmental gerontology, which focuses on the physical and social environment's impact on the aging process. She explains the importance of person-environment fit and how it can enhance well-being and independence. Esther explores three categories within environmental gerontology: physical env…
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“Wherever you are on this journey… you are welcome!"
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Three powerful voices: Rosalind Pollack Petchesky, Esther Farmer, and Pam Sporn. For decades they fought Israel's Occupation of the West Bank and Gaza, defying dismissal and disrespect from the mainstream community. Now these elderwomen are chaining themselves to the White House fence and taking to the streets to protest the genocide. Their insight…
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What is Death? Winston Chiong and Sean Aas
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We’ve talked about Brain Death before with Robert (Bob) Troug and guest-host Liz Dzeng, and in many ways today’s podcast is a follow up to that episode (apologies Bob for mispronouncing your last name on today’s podcast!). Why does this issue keep coming up? Why is it unresolved? Today we put these questions to Winston Chiong, a neurologist and bio…
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Anti-Asian Hate: Russell Jeung, Lingsheng Li, & Jessica Eng
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Anti-Asian hate incidents rose dramatically during COVID, likely fueled by prominent statements about the “Chinese virus.” VIewed through the wider lens of history, this was just the latest in a long experience of Anti-Asian hate, including the murder of Vincent Chin, the Chinese Exclusion Act, and the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII. …
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Strategies to Grow Your Aging in Place Client Base
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Ever wondered how to effectively market to an aging demographic and make your brand unforgettable? Learn the secrets to successful branding and marketing tailored specifically for Aging in Place specialists, especially in light of Google's game-changing algorithm update in September 2023. We'll discuss why creating a memorable logo and choosing a c…
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Addressing Brain Health In Asian American Communities
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In this Momentum Discussion Podcast episode, our guest shares key insights into the diversity of the Asian American population and why classifying Asian Americans as a single group is problematic for health data, research, and reporting. She discusses Asian Americans’ risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and identifies barrie…
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Between Two Urns: Undertaker Thomas Lynch
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(We couldn’t resist when Miguel Paniagua proposed this podcast idea and title. And no, you’ll be relieved to hear Eric and I did not imitate the interview style of Zach Galifiniakis). We’ve talked a good deal on this podcast about what happens before death, today we talk about what happens after. Our guest today is Thomas Lynch, a poet and undertak…
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The impact of stigmas in health care with LGBTQIA patients
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How can we avoid implicit bias as a health care provider? Recorded during Pride Month, Drs. Janice Enriquez and Samuel Hickson explore the minute behaviors in primary care providers that stigmatize LGBTQIA patients. The topic was the subject of Dr. Hickson’s dissertation, and recognizes the importance of asking inclusive questions. This episode fea…
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Optimizing Nutrition in Aging: A Podcast with Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston
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What is a healthy diet and how much does it really matter that we try to eat one as we age? That’s the topic of this week's podcast with three amazing guests: Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston. Emily Johnston is a registered dietitian, nutrition researcher, and Assistant professor at NYU. Anna Pleet is an internal medicine resident…
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What Do Aging In Place Specialists Do And How Can They Help You?
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In this episode, Esther Kane discusses the role and importance of aging in place professionals. She explains that aging in place specialists are trained to help seniors and individuals with disabilities modify their homes to make them safer and more accessible. She emphasizes the importance of utilizing the services of an aging in place specialist …
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What LGBTQ+ patients wish health providers knew (With Dr. Janice Enriquez, Dr. Rocky Rockstraw, Kalvin Byrd, and Brie Starks)
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Creating safe spaces for patients is an element of patient-centered care healthcare professionals should provide. Recorded during Pride Month, UNLV School of Nursing faculty, Drs. Janice Enriquez and Rocky Rockstraw speak with community leaders Kalvin Byrd and Brie about their experiences with providers and how to create safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ …
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Prognosis Superspecial: A Podcast with Kara Bischoff, James Deardorff, and Elizabeth Lilley
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We are dusting off our crystal balls today with three amazing guests who have all recently published an article on prognosis over the last couple months: Kara Bischoff, James Deardorff, and Elizabeth Lilley. To start us off we talk with Kara Bischoff about the article she just published in JAMA Network on a re-validation of the Palliative Performan…
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#11 - Kitchen Modifications For Aging In Place
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In this episode, Esther Kane discusses kitchen modifications for aging in place. She emphasizes that these modifications are not just for aging individuals but for anyone who wants a more accessible and safe kitchen. Kane highlights the importance of the kitchen as the heart of the home and the challenges that can arise as physical abilities change…
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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson
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The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. Are there, though, populations that it may be helpful in, or should that change with the advent of the new amyloid antibodies? Should it? If so, how do we screen and wh…
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#10 - Explore How Alexa Devices Improve Independence For Older Adults
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Link to all my articles about Alexa Devices Summary In this episode, Esther Kane discusses how Alexa devices can help older adults stay independent and safe. She explores various skills and features of Alexa, such as the Echo Show's screen for visual assistance, the Buddy Scale for emergency contacts, checking symptoms, finding products on sale, an…
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Ageism and Elections: Louise Aronson and Ken Covinsky
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Emergency podcast! We’ve been asked by many people, mostly junior/mid career faculty, to quickly record a podcast on ageism and the elections. People are feeling conflicted. On the one hand, they have concerns about cognitive fitness of candidates for office. On the other hand, they worry about ageism. There’s something happening here, and what it …
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#9 - Smart home technology to support independent living
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This episode discusses the benefits of smart home technology for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Link to article on Alexa skills for older adults Keywords smart home technology, independent living, seniors, disabilities, safety, security, health monitoring, convenience, comfort, social connectivity, ease of use Takeaways Smart home techn…
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Palliative Care in Liver Disease: A Podcast with Kirsten Engel, Sarah Gillespie-Heyman, Brittany Waterman, & Amy Johnson
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In May we did a podcast on KidneyPal (the integration of palliative care in renal disease), which made us think, hmmm… one organ right next door is the liver. Maybe we should do a podcast on LiverPal? (or should we call it HepatoPal?) On today’s podcast, we do that by inviting four palliative care leaders who are integrating palliative care into th…
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#8 - Enhancing Home Mobility: From Stair Lifts to Smart Solutions
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Whether you're dealing with temporary mobility issues, caring for a loved one, or planning for the future, this episode will provide valuable insights into creating a more accessible living space. 1. Stair Lifts Stair lifts are excellent for those who struggle with stairs in a multi-level home. - Types: Straight, curved, and outdoor models - Instal…
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Anxiety in Late Life and Serious Illness: A Podcast with Alex Gamble and Brianna Williamson
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“Anxiety is a lot like a toddler. It never stops talking, tells you you’re wrong about everything, and wakes you up at 3 a.m.” I’m not sure who wrote this quote, but it feels right to me. We’ve all had anxiety, and probably all recognize that anxiety can be a force of action or growth but can also spiral to quickly take over our lives and our sleep…
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#7 - The Importance Of Lighting and Aging In Place
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Improving lighting and reducing fall risks at home Why Lighting Is Important To help reduce falling and injuries. Falls are a major safety concern, especially for older adults. They are a leading cause of injury among older people. Fall prevention involves a multifaceted approach, including assessing and improving lighting, removing hazards, instal…
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#6 - Interview With Evangeline Bates of Evangeline Interiors
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Evangeline Bates has been an interior designer for decades but has added to her extensive repertoire the skills of an Aging In Place Specialist and Universal Design specialist as well. In this interview she gleefully talks about how integrating both skill sets has helped her to help so many of her clients to enjoy their living environments and to c…
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Urinary Incontinence Revisited: George Kuchel & Alison Huang
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I have to start with the song. On our last podcast about urinary incontinence the song request was, “Let it go.” This time around several suggestions were raised. Eric suggested, “Even Flow,” by Pearl Jam. Someone else suggested, “Under Pressure,” but we’ve done it already. We settled on, “Oops…I did it again,” by Britney Spears. In some ways the s…
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History, Ethics, and Public Health: An Interview with Dr. Laura Bothwell
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With its unique history filled with both triumphs and dark chapters, public health researchers and professionals have an ethical responsibility to examine the past as they aspire to shape the future of public health by conducting effective and ethical health-related research and work today.In this episode, Shivani interviews the esteemed ethicist a…
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There are 10 areas to focus on to make the kitchen a safe place for seniors: Fire Safety is first and foremost the very first thing that should be addressed. Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors are necessary tools in your kitchen. Just be sure to check / test them on a regular basis. Modifications to organize the kitchen to decrease clutter,…
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Cachexia and Anorexia in Serious Illness: A Podcast with Eduardo Bruera
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I always find cachexia in serious illness puzzling. I feel like I recognize it when I see it, but I struggle to give a clear definition or provide effective ways to address it. In today's podcast, we had the opportunity to learn from a renowned expert in palliative care, Eduardo Bruera, about cachexia and anorexia in serious illness. Eduardo establ…
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#4 - Decluttering - Step #1 In The Aging In Place Process
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When discussing the first steps in the decluttering process on your podcast for Aging In Place Directory, you can draw from several expert recommendations to provide a comprehensive and practical guide. There's more information here Here are some key points and tips you can include: Key First Steps in Decluttering 1. Start Small: Choose a Small Are…
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