Best Elder Geek Podcasts (2024)

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M03: Mallory and the Ghost Cat! 1:07:14

18d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

We're wrapping up our season with our third mystery, this time focused on a mysterious white cat that might be a ghost or might not be a ghost or may be a reincarnated version of a cat referenced in the letters of a previous occupant. It's another mystery that might not be much of a mystery after all! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbs…

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Episode 051: Stacey's Ex-Best Friend! 1:24:02

1M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

Stacey is dealing with the realization that she and Laine have grown apart and what that means for their friendship after Laine comes to visit Stoneybrook. It's a difficult situation all around and our girls (including Laine) could've handled it better. And it all ends with a pretty brutal letter from Stacey to Laine, essentially calling it quits o…

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Episode 050: Dawn's Big Date! 1:12:03

2M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

Dawn's focused on Logan's cousin Lewis coming to visit because she needs to get a boyfriend (out of nowhere), but despite Lewis seemingly knowing and liking the real Dawn, she decides to change everything about herself, only to realize by the end of the book that she should just be herself. And in the B-plot this book, we have a huge content warnin…

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Episode 32- Losing a loved one to Dementia 35:24

2M ago35:24

35:24

Impatience, stress, sadness and grieving are just some of the feelings you may be feeling when your parent or loved one is ill with Dementia. The realization that they cannot communicate with you the same way as before and that you have lost that person or losing him slowly day by day, is hard to come to terms with. Join Rachel and I as we discuss …

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Episode 31- Second Marriage and Estate Planning- Interview at the Aaron Katzman Show 20:19

2M ago20:19

20:19

Why do I need an estate plan? Join me as I break it down - from wills to navigating complex situations like second marriages. I discuss this with Aaron Katzman on his podcast, and share my expertise on navigating these tricky situations to help avoid potential pitfalls and family conflicts down the road. To learn more about protecting your legacy a…

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SS07: Snowbound! 1:45:54

2M ago1:45:54

1:45:54

We're joined by artist extraordinaire, Rosie Shaw, to discuss the various adventures and misadventures of our girls when a snowstorm of the century hits Stoneybrook with tons of warning that no-one heeds. The parents make a lot of dubious choices when it comes to the girls and their predicaments, but it wouldn't be a BSC super special without some …

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Episode 30- Aliya and Financial planning for 55+ 30:51

3M ago30:51

30:51

Today we are talking to Aaron Frolich, about Aliya and Financial Planning for 55+. Aaron is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a Licensed Investment Advisor AND the Founder of Green Peak Advisors Some of the questions we will address are: What are some of the challenges ppl face when making Aliyah, from a financial perspective? If someone’s retir…

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Episode 29- What’s really behind Pain and Anxiety 28:59

3M ago28:59

28:59

Rachel and I are excited to share with you our new 5 episode series called- "Caring for an Aging Parent"! Our fourth episode is called- What’s really behind Pain and Anxiety? Hi, my name is Mirit Hoffman, I am an attorney and my main focus is estate planning and elder law and that means preparing wills, enduring power of attorney’s, trusts and advi…

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M02: Beware, Dawn!! 1:10:52

3M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

We're back with our new season and second mystery! The kids in Stoneybrook decide to elect Sitter of the Month, which goes about as well as usual when our girls compete, but this time there's someone playing pranks on all of them... except Kristy. There are many mysteries throughout that we discuss and unpack, but it's no mystery how excited we are…

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EM026: Emergency Meeting - Announcing our next season! 2:12

3M ago2:12

2:12

Kate and Lauryn check in to provide an update on when our next season returns! We'll be back with new episodes starting Tuesday, July 2, with more episodes to follow every two weeks through July and August. We're so happy to be back and to share more books with all of you! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Contact us! E-mail: generat…

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Episode 28- How and When to Advocate for Your Parents 23:31

4M ago23:31

23:31

Rachel and I are excited to share with you our new 5 episode series called- "Caring for an Aging Parent"! Our third episode is called- " How and When to Advocate for Your Parents”. Hi, my name is Mirit Hoffman, I am an attorney and my main focus is estate planning and elder law and that means preparing wills, enduring power of attorney’s, trusts an…

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Episode 27- Is it a Privilege, Burden, or Mitzvah to care for a Parent 31:19

4M ago31:19

31:19

Rachel and I are excited to share with you our new 5 episode series called- "Caring for an Aging Parent"! Our second episode is called- " Is it a privilege, burden, or mitzvah to care for a parent; The beauty, the heartache, and their limits”. Hi, my name is Mirit Hoffman, I am an attorney and my main focus is estate planning and elder law and that…

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Episode 26- My interview at Gratitude Geek Podcast 49:35

4M ago49:35

49:35

Come join me as Kandas Rodarte interviews me about my firm and how it all started. Mirit Hoffman drops by to chat gerontology, elder law and estate planning. Against the backdrop of ongoing conflicts, Mirit shares her journey from marriage and divorce to rebuilding her career, emphasizing the importance of understanding client motivations for craft…

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Episode 25- I Want To Go Home- what does that mean 38:04

4M ago38:04

38:04

Golden Topics together with Rachel Weinstein (a clinical social worker) is excited to open our new podcast series called “Caring for an Aging Parent”! Today the topic is- "I want to go home!- What that means and how to meet that need. For more information you are welcome to visit my website at www.lawmirit.com…

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EM025: Emergency Meeting - It's no April fool! 19:57

6M ago19:57

19:57

Hello, friends!! Kate and Lauryn are checking in with you all after a long and unexpected break. We're here with an update on what's been going on, what we've been doing, and what we're planning for the future of Generation BSC. Long story short, we're in it for the long haul and will be back soon with our next season. We've missed you all and can'…

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Episode 24- Financing in your 50+ 22:20

10M ago22:20

22:20

Join me as Natan Nagar walks us through these topics: What is so special about age 50+ that mortgages become an issue? What are the needs and the concerns of taking a mortgage as you grow older? What are the different mortgage options? Especially reverse mortgage…. and more.. in addition, I invite you to visit my website at www.lawmirit.com…

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Re-Read 017: Mary Anne and the Bad Luck Mystery! 1:11:19

11M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

In honor of Halloween, we're doing a re-read episode where we revisit our discussion of Mary Anne and the Bad Luck Mystery - one of our first spooky books! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Follow Kelly and It's a Clue! Instagram: @stitchykelly and @itsacluepodcast Contact us! E-mail: generationbsc@gmail.com Generation BSC logo creat…

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Episode 23- Calming Techniques- Part 2 20:15

11M ago20:15

20:15

One of the things that characterize these days is uncertainty, and dealing with uncertainty is one of the most challenging aspects. Lack of certainty increases stress and anxiety. Uncertainty is beyond our control, so it's essential to reduce the levels of anxiety, especially so we can continue to be strong for those who need our support. The more …

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Episode 22- Calming Techniques- Part 1 23:29

11M ago23:29

23:29

One of the things that characterize these days is uncertainty, and dealing with uncertainty is one of the most challenging aspects. Lack of certainty increases stress and anxiety. Uncertainty is beyond our control, so it's essential to reduce the levels of anxiety, especially so we can continue to be strong for those who need our support. The more …

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Episode 21- Dementia and Wartime 31:39

11M ago31:39

31:39

Days of war are terrible days, and we are all in distress. The tense security situation affects all of us somewhat differently, as well as people living with Dementia. It's important to choose how to handle the situation. That is why Dr. Dana Peer, a specialist in this field, discusses the "do's" and "dont's" on how to handle this issue with people…

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Re-Watch 11: Emergency Meeting - Netflix Season Two, Episode Four: Jessi and the Superbrat! 44:32

11M ago44:32

44:32

As promised after our discussion last week, we're revisiting our discussion of the Netflix series episode, Jessi and the Superbrat. We'll be back next week, on Halloween, with a Halloween-themed re-read episode and then our season finale will be on November 14 with more details about when we'll be back and about our Patreon. Follow us! Instagram an…

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Episode 049: Claudia and the Genius of Elm Street! 1:07:48

12M ago1:07:48

1:07:48

Claudia gets a regular babysitting job with a genius child star named Rosie Wilder. Rosie's parents have done a real number on her and she spends all her time taking lessons, practicing, and working (and regurgitating lines from her parents about said career and her life generally). It's a real contrast with the home life of our Superbrat Derek Mas…

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Episode 048: Jessi's Wish! 1:00:44

12M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

It's the volunteering book! Jessi gets interested in volunteering at Stoneybrook Elementary to keep a club where the kids do good deeds in the community and brings the rest of the BSC along. The SES school club included a girl named Danielle who is recovering from leukemia and who connects with Becca, Charlotte, and Jessi and ends up with a BSC uni…

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Episode 047: Mallory on Strike! 1:07:31

1y ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Mallory is all about winning a writing competition at Stoneybrook Middle School for Young Authors' Day (that inexplicably has nothing to do with the 8th grade author projects from Mary Anne Misses Logan). Her inability to find time to work on her submission without constant interruption reveals just how far her parentification goes and she finally …

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M01: Stacey and the Missing Ring! 52:00

1y ago52:00

52:00

It's our first mystery! And the biggest mystery for us going in was what our mystery episodes might look like and how they might be different from our regular series or super special episodes. Join us to find out just how different this might be as we discuss a so-called "mystery" that maybe isn't so much? Stacey's babysitting when a ring goes miss…

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Re-Read! 038 - Kristy's Mystery Admirer!! 1:33:19

1y ago1:33:19

1:33:19

In honor of Kate's original Hodges Solieau artwork from this book, we're doing a re-read episode where we revisit our discussion of the book with our very special guest, Kelly Biscopink, co-host of It's a Clue (which returns with a new season this month)! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Follow Kelly and It's a Clue! Instagram: @sti…

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Episode 046: Mary Anne Misses Logan! 1:03:29

1y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

We were dreading the return of the Mary Anne and Logan ship, but it turns out Logan was kind of a non-entity considering his name is in the title, and Mary Anne is much more level headed and reasonable about missing him on their road to reconciliation. But what we missed in melodrama from Mary Anne, we made up for in spades with Cokie Mason antics,…

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Re-Watch 10: Emergency Meeting - Netflix Season Two, Episode Eight: Kristy and the Baby Parade!! 1:00:39

1y ago1:00:39

1:00:39

As promised in our last episode, we're revisiting our discussion of the series ( :( ) finale of the Netflix Baby-Sitters Club series to compare and contrast with the book, as we hadn't read the book before that episode aired and we discussed it. We'll see you in two weeks for our next regularly-scheduled episode! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @…

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Episode 045: Kristy and the Baby Parade! 1:03:11

1y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

It's the book where everyone's obsessed with babies! Our girls take an infant care class and are immediately inundated with jobs sitting for babies, which coincides with the bi-annual baby parade in Stoneybrook. The Baby-Sitters Club decides to enter a float and it goes disastrously, but they ultimately learn that communication is key to success. T…

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Episode 20 - Discussing the Israeli Enduring (or Durable) Power of Attorney 33:30

1+ y ago33:30

33:30

"I don't want to live in a facility, I would like to stay at home." "Please make sure that I always look neat and tidy and that I get my hair styled regularly.." "I would like to make sure that my diet restrictions are met.." How can we make sure that our requests are being taken care of when we no longer have the mental capability to take care of …

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Episode 19 - Dressing Your Age- is looking young always the most appropriate? 30:49

1+ y ago30:49

30:49

An interesting discussion with Wendy Lehmann who is a fashion stylist and a personal shopper, about how to shop as we get older. Stay tuned until the end to hear her tips! Please visit my website for more information: https://www.lawmirit.com/By Mirit Hofman

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Episode 18 - Capture Your Story 24:49

1+ y ago24:49

24:49

A beautiful discussion with Ilana Sinclair who is the founder of Capture Your Story, about writing your story for the generations to follow as a legacy to them... Please visit my website for more information: https://www.lawmirit.com/By Mirit Hofman

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SS06: New York, New York! 1:22:36

1+ y ago1:22:36

1:22:36

Summer Semester has arrived and we're back with a new super special! We're joined by YA librarian, Crissy Varnell of the Chattanooga Public Library, to discuss another two-week vacation from school for our babysitters, this time with a trip for all of them to New York City, inspired by Claudia's desire to attend a specific art school during the bre…

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What Happened? Where Were We? What Will Happen? 17:34

1+ y ago17:34

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EM024: Emergency Meeting - Good Riddance, Cokie Mason! 37:16

1+ y ago37:16

37:16

Hello, fellow members of Generation BSC!! Kate and Lauryn are back after their extended fall and winter break and are so happy to be back to reading and discussing the Baby-Sitters Club! We discuss where we've been and our plans for the near and distant future when it comes to the podcast. We're back for our summer semester season and can't wait to…

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Episode 17 - Protecting yourself from internet fraud 41:42

1+ y ago41:42

41:42

As many seniors plan for retirement and actively manage their savings after retirement, a number of investment scams have been targeting them in particular. And so today we are going to talk about Elderly Fraud basics, what to look out for, and how to protect ourselves from internet fraud. My speakers- Alex Gaft, is a Certified Fraud Examiner and C…

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Episode 16 - the world of the geriatrician 31:08

1+ y ago31:08

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https://www.lawmirit.com/By Mirit Hofman

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Episode 15 -The Sandwich Generation- Caught in the Middle 37:00

1+ y ago37:00

37:00

How many of us feel that being in the sandwich generation is hard. You feel that you are caught between a rock and a hard place and juggling all the balls hoping they won't fall... You are not alone... Join my talk with Rachel Weinstein who is a clinical social worker about this topic, and let's find out what can be done to make it easier. For more…

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Episode 14 - Speech Therapy for the Elderly 21:08

1+ y ago21:08

21:08

Come join my conversation with Esther Garfinkel who has an M. A. degree in speech language pathology as we talk about speech therapy for the Elderly population. Esther will tell us all about the issues that may arise as we get older, how speach therapy can help and how do you deal with someone who does not want to cooperate. For more information on…

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Episode 13 - Naturopathy Tips to Improve Your Health 34:20

1+ y ago34:20

34:20

Join me as I discuss with Sima Hertzfeld Navon a Naturopath with over 20 years of experience in her field, about how Naturopathycan benefit seniors. Sima gives loads of tips, trust me, it is worth listening to this. For more information on estate planning please visit my website- www.lawmirit.comBy Mirit Hofman

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Episode 12 - Memory Loss and How to Improve it (part 2) 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

28:01

How often have you walked into a room and suddenly completely forgot why you are there? How many times have you opened your fridge and forgot what you wanted to take out? Tonight we are talking to Rena Yudkowsky, a professional memory coach and geriatric social worker, is the founder of Memory Matters on Memory loss and how to improve our memory. T…

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Episode 11 - Memory Loss and How to Improve it (Part 1) 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

27:44

How often have you walked into a room and suddenly completely forgot why you are there? How many times have you opened your fridge and forgot what you wanted to take out? Tonight we are talking to Rena Yudkowsky, a professional memory coach and geriatric social worker, is the founder of Memory Matters on Memory loss and how to improve our memory. T…

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Episode 10 - Investing Smartly as We Get Older 36:16

1+ y ago36:16

36:16

In this episode I am talking with Aaron Katsman, President and CEO of Lighthouse Capital, a boutique wealth management firm on how to invest smartly as we get older. Aaron and I will discuss about how to allocate our money as we get older, and ways to generate income if we are short on a monthly basis, and should we be more conservative with our in…

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Episode 9 - Navigating the Medical System in Israel 33:54

1+ y ago33:54

33:54

Come join my talk with Aviva Yoselis, a Certified Patient Advocate, where we discuss navigating the Israeli medical system! For more information on estate planning please visit my website- www.lawmirit.comBy Mirit

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Episode 8 - Insurance Pensions and Investments 35:08

1+ y ago35:08

35:08

What is the best way to manage assets abroad when living in Israel Should one keep his overseas assets or bring them to Israel? Come listen to my talk with Gadi Last, CEO of IAL Group, a Specialist in investment, insurance, pension services for English-speakers in Israel. For more information on estate planning please visit my website- www.lawmirit…

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Episode 7 - Ethical and Halachic Questions Concerning End of Life Issues 34:34

1+ y ago34:34

34:34

Tonight we are discussing Halachic and ethical questions that arise regarding medical decisions towards the end of life and during dementia, with Rabbi Cherlow who leads Tzohar’s Center for Jewish Ethics, and is one of the organization’s founders. Tune in to this important episode.. For more information about estate planning please visit my website…

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Episode 6 - Curating your Legacy and Peace of Mind 26:44

1+ y ago26:44

26:44

Join my talk with Adina Cooper who is the founder of Living That Works as we discuss How to Gain Peace of Mind by Curating our Life and Legacy. We will discuss this interesting connection together with stories from the field, you aint wanna miss this one! For more information about estate planning please visit my website at www.lawmirit.com…

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Episode 5 - Using touch as a way to connect with people diagnosed with Dementia 30:24

1+ y ago30:24

30:24

Today we will be talking to Oran Aviv who is a reflexologist for over 25 years and has worked with people living with dementia for over 15 years. Oran is also a Certified Validation Teacher. Oran developed Hands-on Dementia to allow caregivers, staff and/or family members to connect deeper with people who have been diagnosed with dementia. We will …

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Episode 4 - Complicated Relationships during Complicated Times 37:30

1+ y ago37:30

37:30

How is a family supposed to make sure their loved one gets care even if there’s “bad blood” or conflict? Join Rachel and myself as we tackle this complicated issue. For more information about estate planning please visit my website at www.lawmirit.comBy Miritq

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Episode 3 - Chagim and Elderly Parents 42:49

1+ y ago42:49

42:49

Today we will discuss the topic of Chagim with Elderly Parents with Rachel Weinstein who is a clinical social worker. The holidays can be tricky at the best of times, now add to it an elderly parents who may be going through some hard times themselves and you may be in for a challenge.. Come join as Rachel and I discuss this... For more information…

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