"Death is a great adventure!" Joyce and Barry Vissell Host Mark Turnbull welcomes back Joyce and Barry Vissell, authors of the book "A Mother's Final Gift." The Vissells share the story of Joyce's mother's dying process and how it transformed their perspective on death and dying. They discuss the importance of including hospice in the dying process…

'That Librarian: The Fight Against Book-Banning in America' tells the story of Louisiana school librarian Amanda Jones, who sued harassers for defamation when they attacked her on social media. Jones has led the fight against efforts to censor books in school and public libraries.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Maritza Perez joins us on Aging Today to discuss non-melanoma skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma are two of the most common types of cancer in the U.S. People over the age of 65 are at a greater risk for non-melanoma skin cancer, which can be removed when it’s caught early, but becomes more difficult to trea…

Author Helen Phillips says plot points in her latest novel, "Hum," are just slightly exaggerated versions of recent facts or statistics. And that's precisely what makes it so terrifying.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Mariah Mendez joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss the new app she is creating. The app is called LEAH and it can be used to make sure medications are taken on time. LEAH sends you real-time notifications when your loved one takes their pill, providing you with peace of mind and decreasing your stress.…

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Miranda July's new novel, "All Fours," is a mid-life-crisis story that's part artistic discovery, part bizarre sexcapades — with a whole lot of kinky and sometimes grotesque episodes that are not for the faint-hearted.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Michael Williams from Cura Hospitality joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss The Role of Food in Healthy Aging. At Cura, they understand the constant challenges in dining operations to provide a safe and hospitable experience that leaves everyone satisfied. When done right, a dining program will serve up delicious meals that result in …

At about 600 pages, Chris Whitaker's new novel, "All the Colors of the Dark," takes its time to paint detailed characters and a complex story over 25 years. But its dramatic plot and micro-chapters move the story along at a lightning pace.By Suzanne Perez

The Amazon Originals 'Creature Feature' collection includes six short stories from some of today's best horror novelists, including Grady Hendrix, Josh Malerman and Paul Tremblay.By Suzanne Perez

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says J. Courtney Sullivan's new novel, "The Cliffs," isn’t a ghost story, per se, but the characters dig up and deal with the ghosts of their past.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Greg Kelly joins us on the Aging Today Podcast as we discuss a shift in the way we look at our weight. His latest book, Shape Shift: The Shape Intelligence Solution, challenges the way we look at our body weight. In our culture, we tend to overemphasize weight loss and underemphasize the more important changes. The goal is to help you become li…

"Pearce Oysters," a new novel by Jocelyn Takacs, offers a better understanding of the interdependence of nature and man, and readers come away with a deeper respect for those who make their livings on the coast.By Suzanne Perez

Author Liz Moore weaves so much into her new 500-page novel, "The God of the Woods," including class struggles and family secrets. But it never feels confusing or overplotted.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Greg Kelly joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss his new book, Shape Shift: The Shape Intelligence Solution. This book focuses on how to get healthy while creating your ideal shape and it is a must-read for all of you. This book will change the way you look at your weight and help you focus more on your shape.…

Sager is known for fast-paced thrillers with titles like Lock Every Door and Home Before Dark, and this one stays true to the formula. But it’s a formula that works.By Suzanne Perez

Suzanne Ferree, MD, FAARM, and ABAARM joins us on the Aging Today Podcast and shares her life's work on bioidentical hormones, peptide therapy, aneural therapy, and regenerative medicine to treat patients with endocrine, mitochondrial, infectious, autoimmune, and neurodegenerative diseases. We discuss her new book, Counterclockwise, and how regener…

"Margot's Got Money Troubles" by Rufi Thorpe tells the story of 20-year-old Margot Millet, the child of a Hooters waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, who gets knocked up by her community college English professor and decides to keep the baby.By Suzanne Perez

For some middle-aged people, the amount of fat in the pancreas, liver, and belly is related to the brain’s volume and cognitive function, one Rutgers Health study published in the journal, Obesity, finds. The impact of abdominal fat on brain health and cognition is generally more pronounced in middle-aged men with a family history of Alzheimer’s di…

KMUW book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon is a fast-paced thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end.By Suzanne Perez

This week on the Aging Today Podcast, I interviewed Patricia Crisafulli, Communications Consultant and Mystery Novelist at FaithHopeandFiction.com. We discussed Unearthing Your Buried Treasure - It’s Time to Start Digging In.Author Patricia Crisafulli joins us on the Aging Today Podcast eager to guide us down a path of taking a look into ourselves.…

Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri joins us on Aging Today to discuss, understand, prevent, and treat the symptoms of perimenopause, menopause, osteoporosis, low bone density, and fractures. Every woman will reach menopause and every woman will have their own unique menopause journey. Every 3 seconds, an osteoporosis-related fracture occurs, and 1 in 5 women…

Some books are just perfect for summer, like “Love & Saffron” by Kim Fey, or a food memoir like “Taste” by Stanley Tucci. Anything by Kevin Wilson works great, as do psychological thrillers like “The Push” or “The Whispers” by Ashley Audrain.By Suzanne Perez

It's time to envision a different future! As Founders of Third Half Advisors, Caroline Brecker and Campbell Gerrish lead a unique initiative focused on guiding individuals through life transitions beyond their primary careers. Unlike traditional financial advisors, Third Half specializes in supporting individuals as they transition from their "warr…

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says author Holly Gramazio scores with her debut novel, "The Husbands."By Suzanne Perez

The month of May is ALS Awareness Month, and Aging Today is celebrating all the volunteers who make a difference in the lives of people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Annie Teer, Volunteer Coordinator from ALS Northwest leads the volunteer program. Along with all the many people who provide personal assistance, many types of assistive t…

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says she used to avoid contemporary romance novels. But the latest book by rom-com queen Emily Henry proves what all the fuss is about.By Suzanne Perez

May is ALS Awareness Month, and joining us on the Aging Today Podcast are three incredible people who coordinate the care for anyone diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis here in Oregon. Mary Rebar, Christina Riddock, and Laura Geilenfeldt are all Care Services Coordinators who provide expert advice and assistance for anyone diagnosed and li…

Chef Steve Toll joins us on Aging Today to discuss Cooking with Kindness. As Americans, we certainly consume more than our fair share of sugar every day. In fact, we ingest 17 teaspoons of added sugar to our diet every single day. This adds up to around 60 pounds of additional sugar consumed annually. Tune in to the Aging Today Podcast to see what …

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Sloane Crosley's "Grief is for People" is a poignant and smartly written memoir that will resonate with anyone who has experienced a personal loss.By Suzanne Perez

Nikki Jardin joins the Aging Today Podcast and shares her personal story of how her aunt's dementia led to the creation of Mirador Magazine. Nikki says, “‘Mirador’ is a Spanish word that means a vantage point, a balcony, or a lookout, which is what we would like to provide. I would like our pages to be places where readers can take in a vast landsc…

Adam Rapp's newest novel, "Wolf at the Table," promises to be an eerie, serial killer novel but turns out to be a wandering family tale.By Suzanne Perez

Dr. Deborah Maragopoulos, FNP joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss how the hypothalamus is our command and control center. Known as the 'Hormone Queen," Deborah has made it her mission to help people balance their hormones and live optimally, regardless of their age.By Mark Turnbull: Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Radio Host

In the audio version of her memoir, comedian and former "Saturday Night Live" cast member Leslie Jones speaks with honesty and emotion about her life and career.By Suzanne Perez

Our guest, Liz Cloete, understands that helping someone living with dementia is hard enough, but doing so without constant stress or feeling overwhelmed can be even harder. It requires a whole new way of thinking about your dementia caregiving journey. This doesn’t come naturally to people because it goes against our natural inclinations. Like any …

KMUW book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Anne Lamott's newest book of essays, "Somehow: Thoughts on Love," is just as warm and witty as her past collections.By Suzanne Perez

Larry Nissenson, CGO of Assured Allies is on a mission to make successful aging accessible to all. Even though everyone ages differently, it's still possible to have a great outcome in aging successfully. Combining data science, personalized technology, and human touch, it's possible to age well. Successful aging requires creative collaboration and…

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "Monstrilio," a debut novel by Mexican author Gerardo Samano Cordova, is perfect for fans of "Shark Heart," "Nightbitch," or the disturbingly fantastical movie, "Poor Things."By Suzanne Perez

In Part 4 of our series finale focusing on Elder Rights & Quality of Life, we re-join with Kim Best, owner of Best Conflict Solutions, LLC. Kim leads us in a lively discussion on elders and their right to a standard of living. We also address participation in community and institutionalization. During our time together, we explore the balance betwe…

Kim Best, owner of Best Conflict Solutions, LLC continues our 4-part discussion of Elder Rights and Quality of Life. Today, we discuss freedom from discrimination and control of property and how important both of these topics are as we age. Click AgingToday.us & listen today!By Mark Turnbull: Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Radio Host

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "Headshot" by Rita Bullwinkel is a one-of-a-kind reading experience — crisp, lyrical, almost poetic.By Suzanne Perez

Our discussion with Kim Best, RN, MA, and Owner of Best Conflict Solultions, LLC continues with a lively and important conversation on elder safety and elder rights. Today, we’re discussing the role mediation and conflict management play in helping families and individuals promote safety and freedom from many forms of elder torture.Click AgingToday…

Our great friend Kim Best, Best Conflict Solutions joins us for a 4 part series on Elder Rights. Utilizing the backdrop of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Kim and i have a robust discussion about protecting our elders. In Part 1, we take a deep dive into Elder Dignity. Kim's role as a professional mediator plays a significant role assist…

Rusty Rosman joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss her book, Two Envelopes. Rusty offers a wealth of knowledge and wisdom in guiding people through the process of pre-planning for death. Her book, Two Envelopes, is filled with guidance for loved ones as they navigate the loss of a family member. Listen to discover what goes into Envelope #…

Our good friend, Chris Burres rejoins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss his new book, Live Longer and Better. Your journey to living longer and better has never been more achievable. If someone asked you, “do you want to live longer?” what would your response be? What if we rephrased that question and asked, “Would you want to live longer if…

Joyce and Barry Vissell, Founders and Directors of The Shared Heart Foundation, join us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss their latest labor of love, a book entitled, A Couple Of Miracles: One Couple, More Than A Few Miracles. Their lives have all the pieces of a great love story, and it’s complete with love, drama, adventure, betrayal, forgive…

Cindy Jordan, CEO and Co-Founder of Pyx Health joins us on Aging Today as we discuss how loneliness impacts our aging population and their caregivers. Research shows that loneliness is as detrimental as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Cindy and Pyx Health have created a scalable solution for loneliness. Click AgingToday.us & listen today!…

Dr. Deborah Maragopoulos, FNP joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss how the hypothalamus is our command and control center. Known as the 'Hormone Queen," Deborah has made it her mission to help people balance their hormones and live optimally, regardless of their age. Click AgingToday.us & listen today!…

Dr. Katherine Esty returns for an important discussion on sex after 80. She describes in great detail how our views on sexual attraction change as we age. Most people are happier in their 80s, and along with that, most are also very happy and comfortable with their sexuality as they age. #PortlandBy Mark Turnbull: Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Radio Host

Dr. Logan DuBose joins us on the Aging Today Podcast as we discuss utilizing AI technology as a matching tool to assist people living with dementia and their families. AI can help caregivers find care services, aid programs, and provide them with valuable information about caregiving.Click AgingToday.us & listen today!…

Kathleen Cameron, Senior Director of the Center for Healthy Aging joins us on the Aging Today Podcast to discuss the truths and myths of falls among seniors. We all know someone who has had a fall, and you may think it won’t happen to you. But falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults.…