On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we welcome Jennie Chin Hansen, the immediate past CEO of the American Geriatrics Society, former President of AARP, previous Executive Director of On Lok, and a longtime community advocate. In this forward-looking conversation, Jennie draws from her lifelong career in the field of aging as well as her own personal aging journey. She discusses the strength that comes with older age — why living with agency while experiencing the normal changes of aging is essential to our wellbeing. Jennie challenges us to rethink interdependence: how can we nourish our connections across generations and build "new muscles" by working alongside younger people, acknowledging our differences rather than avoiding them? She speaks to the responsibility that comes with being an older adult — to share our resources and take care of those who come behind us, to be soldiers of caretaking and the collective good, keeping the flow going for generations to come. This is a conversation that will shift how you see your own aging journey — and inspire you to build the intergenerational connections our world desperately needs. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air — a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/DM4dSR03y5F Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

This episode of the At Home, On Air podcast, is an archived conversation from May 2020. In honor of Disability Pride Month, we're bringing you this engaging conversation: "Moving Toward Pride: What an Anti-Ageism Movement Can Learn from Disability Pride." Our guest speakers are two amazing women, each a thought leader and movement builder — Ashton Applewhite is a writer, anti-ageism expert, and author known for using compelling statistics to challenge ageist assumptions; and Tiffany Yu is a social impact entrepreneur, diversity and inclusion community builder, and disability advocate recognized for her work rebranding disability through storytelling and community building. In this powerful conversation, Ashton and Tiffany explore the parallels between anti-ageism and disability pride movements through personal stories and professional insights, examining how both communities can learn from each other's advocacy strategies. They discuss the importance of moving beyond fear-based narratives, the challenge of "passing" in both communities, and how intersectionality shapes their experiences. The dialogue covers everything from reframing language around aging and disability to reimagining community spaces, offering insights into building more inclusive movements that celebrate rather than hide these identities. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air — a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. Help us continue bringing you meaningful conversations like this one! Subscribe to never miss an episode, share with someone who'd love this discussion, or make a donation to keep these important dialogues free and accessible. Ready to join our next LIVE episode? Learn more and register at: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/FbbOkm2RMdk

On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In the fifth installment of the series, we welcome Betty Reid Soskin’s granddaughter Alyana Reid and filmmaker Bryan Gibel to discuss what they learned from listening to Betty’s stories for their nearly-completed documentary, “Sign My Name to Freedom,” which uncovers Betty’s early career as a musician. Through this film and her memoir of the same name, Betty has revived compositions hidden for decades, demonstrating the value of continuing to explore and revive long-held passions in later life, not just for one’s own benefit but also for the benefit of younger generations to help them shape their journeys. At 103 years old, Betty Charbonnet Reid Soskin’s remarkable life spans the defining American fault lines of the 20th and 21st centuries. From breaking racial barriers as the first African American family settling in Walnut Creek to becoming the oldest National Park Service Ranger at 85 at the Rosie the Riveter National Historic Park in Richmond, California, her stories illuminate crucial experiences that might otherwise be lost to time. Betty didn’t just sign her name to freedom — she signed it to every part of herself that deserved to be known, offering us all a powerful example of how sharing our complete stories across generations creates a more empathetic world. Alyana and Bryan's insights will leave you thinking differently about the stories waiting to be told in your own life and community. Don't just listen — let this episode of At Home, On Air spark something new in your own story! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air — a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RqrWNxUX6FX Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

"Stay curious. That is a longevity strategy. Stay curious about your surroundings, about the world, about yourself. Stay curious." - Patrick Roden On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In the fourth installment of the series, we're joined by Patrick Roden, RN, Ph.D., a passionate advocate for aging-in-place whose unique journey spans over 40 years as a nurse, gerontologist, and creative aging champion. The conversation, hosted by Susanne Stadler, contrasts Historical Gerontology's decline-focused perspective with Critical Gerontology's view of lifelong development. Patrick shares his concept of 'Possibility Aging,' highlighting how divergent thinking and creativity enhance the aging process. He discusses insights from his dissertation research, where he interviewed older artists who adapted their creative processes to overcome physical limitations, documenting the remarkable physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits of sustained creative practice. Patrick presents his evidence-informed 'formula' for healthy aging that places creativity at its core and explains how beauty and artistic expression become powerful tools for wellbeing in later years. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of environmental delight and strategies like volunteering and staying curious to maintain purpose in later life. Audience questions address applying these principles across different arts and finding meaning in aging, even without an artistic background. This episode offers an inspiring perspective on aging not as decline but as an opportunity for continued growth, meaning, and joy through creative engagement. We hope Patrick's insights will encourage you to embrace creativity as a pathway to vibrant aging in your own home, life, and community! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/p15edwSOJOy Takeaway Resources: https://athomewithgrowingold.com/2025/01/31/at-home-on-air-a-conversation-with-patrick-roden/ (Including the handout mentioned by Patrick). Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In this third installment of the series, we welcome author and climate activist, Harry “Rick” Moody. We discuss his latest book, Climate Change in an Aging Society, and explore the concept of “Eco Elders,” why hope is essential for meaningful action, and practical steps older adults can take from home. Moody challenges the paralyzing effects of pessimism and encourages everyone to “think globally, act locally” through simple but significant changes. This discussion highlights how older adults, while more vulnerable to climate impacts, can still be powerful agents of change in addressing one of our greatest global challenges. Join us as we explore the intersection of climate change and aging, emphasizing both individual and collective action. Calling us all to action, Moody urges, "I encourage everybody to find that one thing that you can do, and do it!" We hope Rick’s personal stories and insights will inspire you to make positive changes in your own home, life, and community. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RP0doJVqPmR Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In this second installment of the series, we welcome Valerie Fletcher, the Executive Director of the Institute for Human Centered Design and a true leader in the field of inclusive design. She inspires us as well as the next generation of changemakers by sharing insights from her years of expertise working with people to design with intention. Join us as we dive into a powerful discussion on the challenges to creating an inclusive world, one where everyone has the opportunity to thrive — regardless of ability, age, race, gender, or income. Valerie’s energy and conviction are matched only by her deep belief in the power of design to change lives. We explore thought-provoking topics, including the value of interdependence and how people living with functional variations — whether related to mobility, neurodiversity, or aging — offer us important lessons about living with ambiguity and resilience. We also discuss how the shared experiences of the aging body and mind could motivate us all in the pursuit of an inclusive world — one that not only accommodates but empowers everyone. We hope Valerie’s personal stories and insights will inspire you to make positive changes in your own home, life, and community! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/eIj7IrYaAmj Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Welcome to 'At Home, On Air' and our new mini-series, Changemaker Interviews – where we spotlight individuals who make a difference in our lives by telling untold stories, thinking differently, and caring deeply for others. In this special edition, we bring you highlights from conversations with three exceptional women: Katy Butler, whose work empowers us to consider alternatives to medicalized end-of-life care; Mistinguette Smith, who reveals the profound connections between Black communities and their land; and Jennie Chin Hansen, whose advocacy has transformed elder care at home. Their personal stories and insights offer valuable perspectives on aging, community, and the power of storytelling – wisdom that continues to inspire and guide us through these transformative times. Join us as we launch this series celebrating those who challenge systems, introduce new ways of thinking, and share previously untold stories. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this special edition of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/vskYDDqeS3Y Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Join us as we discuss, Designing Across the Lifespan: 30 Years of Teaching and Enhancing Inclusive Design Values and Benefits, with Ricardo Gomes, a professor in the School of Design at San Francisco State University. In this episode, we delve into Professor Ricardo Gomes’ 30+ year journey in teaching design empathy to students. Discover how his pioneering work in educating designers in inclusive and age-friendly design is responding to the needs of an increasingly diverse society. We discuss practical ways to foster empathy for aging in the next generation of leaders, from designers to medical professionals, who will shape our world. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Professor Gomes; then, please continue the conversation with others! View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/I1DExyRYs6a Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Join us as we discuss, The Surprising Power of Everyday Spaces for Our Health and Wellbeing, with Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani, a photographer, urbanist, author, and the co-founder of Buscada, an interdisciplinary studio to promote more just cities. In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked impact of everyday places on our health and wellbeing. Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani’s recent book, The Cities We Need: Essential Stories of Everyday Places, highlights the crucial role that familiar spaces—ranging from supermarkets to donut shops to neighborhood parks—play in fostering connections and enhancing community health. Discover how recognizing and revitalizing these unassuming spaces can combat social isolation and cultivate stronger, healthier communities with a shared sense of purpose. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/APbDqm7ZtKo Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss breaking down aging and dementia stereotypes in everyday life through creative engagement with Rowena Richie, an interdisciplinary artist working with people living with neurodiversity and dementia and the co-founder of the performance and social practice group, For You. Rowena Richie’s interactive projects engage people through art making, body dynamics and celebratory events, designing collaborations between artists and elders. This discussion explores her artistic endeavors aimed at tackling prevalent health challenges among older adults living in urban settings: social isolation and dementia. It also delves into the potential expansion of her initiatives, making us all stakeholders in mutual support and envision cities and communities that embrace this contemporary urban lifestyle. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air - a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Rowena Richie. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss “Renewment” with Helen Dennis, co-founder of Project Renewment, a best-selling author, columnist, lecturer on aging and retirement. Renewment is a made-up word; a combination of retirement and renewal. Established in 1999, Renewment is a movement of mid- to later-life career women, who are using their drive, energy and talent used in the workplace to create their next life chapters to be equal to or more fulfilling than the previous ones. The women typically meet monthly for a structured conversation, on topics such as “Who am I Without my Business Card?” and “What is Productivity Anyhow?” As women belong to the same group for anywhere from 2 to 20 years, Renewment has moved beyond the transition from work to retirement. It now supports career women through transition and change for a lifetime. The pandemic has prevented women from meeting face to face. As a result, we have launched virtual Renewment roundtables which are growing virally with waiting lists. See the LA Times best seller: Project Renewment: The First Retirement Model for Career Women and Renewment.org. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air featuring our archived conversation with Helen Dennis from 2020 alongside our exclusive interview update from 2024. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/hQ6pYeqRvwp Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

This episode of At Home, On Air features an archived conversation with Louis Tenenbaum from April of 2020, our first-ever online forum. Louis is a leading advocate for aging in place and the founder of HomesRenewed. Hosted by Marcie Rogo, the discussion dives into Louis' journey from carpenter to a prominent figure on aging-friendly home design. They explore the evolution of the aging in place concept, the importance of making homes safer and more accessible, and the challenges of getting people to proactively modify their homes. Louis shares his insights on the need for incentives, the impact of COVID-19 on senior care, and practical advice for homeowners. Audience questions touch on related safety features in home design and the importance of good aesthetics in accessible designs. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this archived episode of At Home, On Air with Louis Tenenbaum. Please subscribe and share with those you know! Explore our resources and support our work today: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, At Home in the Kitchen: A Spice Box for Healthy Aging with Dr. Linda Shiue, MD, physician, chef, author, professor, founder of Thrive Kitchen, and the Director of Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco. In this episode, Dr. Shiue discusses her work at the nexus of food and medicine and offers suggestions for establishing a conscientious diet that can enhance health, longevity, and the basic pleasure to be found in nourishing ourselves. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Dr. Linda Shiue. View Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/CEExT0FOvoE Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Healthy Cities: How our homes and neighborhoods support individual and community health across generations, with Dr. Mindy Fullilove, a renowned social psychiatrist, author, and a professor at The New School in New York. Dr. Fullilove has dedicated her long academic career to the intricate human relationship to place and the health effects on individuals and communities resulting from displacement or uprooting. Soon to retire, Dr. Fullilove is set to stay in her long-term home and about to embark on a one-year project, excavating, cataloging and clearing collections and memorabilia accumulated by six generations. During this podcast episode, we discuss: ~ The psychology of place ~ The role of neighborhoods in our individual health ~ Generational knowledge ~ The power of individuals to improve public places ~ Dr. Fullilove’s books, Urban Alchemy and Root Shock ~ And, being at home with growing older At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Dr. Mindy Fullilove. Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, At Home in the City: Inviting Connections and Community in Public Space, with Walter Hood, an Oakland-based, internationally renowned landscape designer, artist, educator and MacArthur Fellow. In this conversation with Walter Hood, we delve into the design of urban environments and opportunities for intergenerational connections. The focus of Hood’s work is the public realm and urban environments; much of his work empowers and serves marginalized communities across the country. His studio, research and a number of his projects are based in West Oakland, a neighborhood with great racial diversity and a rich history of Black culture. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/c91IklTm9rM At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Walter Hood. If you know someone who may enjoy our conversations, please share & encourage them to join our learning community! Learn more about our work, donate today, and register for the next LIVE At Home, On Air forum: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss ‘Artists in Residence: Connecting Generations through Street Stories’ with Laura Nova, a visionary artist, activist and creative force based in NYC. In this thought-provoking conversation with Laura Nova, we explore how Laura’s artistic vision goes beyond aesthetics – boosting health and spreading delight throughout her city and neighborhood. Delve into the extraordinary world of Laura’s inventive urban art and discover how we can all become Artists in Residence - contributing to the creation, connection and problem-solving that connects generations. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Laura Nova. If you know someone who may enjoy our conversations, please share & encourage them to join our learning community! Learn more about our work, donate today, and register for the next LIVE At Home, On Air forum: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss ‘The Body as Home: Exploring the Experience of Aging’ with Joe Goode, a globally acclaimed choreographer, writer and the artistic director of the Joe Goode Performance Group. In this conversation with Joe Goode, we discuss how, through his work, Joe is challenging the predominant narratives of aging and the fearfulness that accompanies the inevitable demise of the physical body. Joe shares insights about his latest performance, As We Go, as well as his approach to movement as we age. Listen & explore along with us as we delve further into the topic of our own personal & universal aging experiences. "It’s about teaching people to be deeply present in what’s going on at the moment, however imperfect." - Joe Goode At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Joe Goode. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/7hLCmWk2Jqp

Join us as we discuss ‘We Are All Neighbors In One Big Community: The effect of the affordable housing crisis on living and aging in the Bay Area’ with Karen Nemsick, the Director of the Housing Justice Initiative with United Way Bay Area. Karen Nemsick has led several housing initiatives in the Bay Area to support low-income households. In this conversation, she draws from her more than 10-year tenure as Executive Director of Rebuilding Together where she successfully grew its home repair programs in underserved neighborhoods, her fellowship with Fuse Corp where she led the establishment of a community land trust to create environmentally sustainable housing for people living with serious mental health challenges in Alameda County, and her current role as Director of the Housing Justice Initiative at UWBA, which in 2023 distributed $750,000 housing justice grants to 23 grassroots organizations. Listen and learn about what is happening now to address the affordable housing crisis, how you can advocate for affordable housing in your neighborhood, and what innovative solutions are on the horizon to tackle this community-wide issue. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/jP0OKJQtlfn At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Karen Nemsick. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, ‘Wildness’ in Healthy Aging: The significance of the relationship to land/place for healthy aging in the Black community, with Mistinguette Smith, writer and founder of the Black/Land Project. She shares, “For Black people, resourcefulness, resilience and regeneration are rooted in their relationships to urban land, and place.” In this conversation with Mistinguette Smith, we further explore how these relationships nurture and sustain older Black Americans’ lives and offer a legacy of well-being to Black people of all ages. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Mistinguette Smith. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us for a special edition of At Home, On Air from At Home With Growing Older's fourth annual agein on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 on the topic of, Creature Comforts: The Human-Animal Bond in Healthy Aging. Together, we’ll explore different modes of animal-human relations and how our society, our homes and cities can support them. In our complicated modern world, animals have always come to our rescue both emotionally and physically. This is especially true in older age when staying socially connected becomes challenging. The human-animal friendship has proven health benefits in older age, from staving off depression to supporting daily exercise to guiding us when our eyesight diminishes. Our support of aging animals has become part of our aging experiences… Part one of this episode features Alice Wingwall, a photographer and film editor whose unique work is influenced through her creative engagement with her declining vision. She has continued to evolve her artwork with the help of her guide dogs. Her images tell the story of this relationship. Alice introduces our day of exploration. Part two of this episode features our panel discussion. The panel moderator is Chris McCarthy, a change rebel and healthcare innovator. Panelists include: Sherri Franklin, the Founder and CEO of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue; Evan Johnson, a theater maker, teaching artist and the Prana Director at Elder Ashram; Maddie Krasno, the Grants and Foundation Specialist for Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, who also shares insights about living with her emotional support animal, her dog, Millie; and Annelie Nilsson, a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, who is incorporating robotic cats and dogs into the care of patients with dementia with the Acute Care for the Elderly team. During this hour of exploration & learning you will hear personal journeys, practical insights and an array of knowledge from our guests’ years of experience with the health benefits of the human-animal bond. Now, we invite you to listen and learn from this special edition of At Home, On Air and hope this topic inspires you and invokes action towards re‑envisioning and improving the experiences of later life. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. To support our work or for more information about our programs & resources, visit us at: athomewithgrowingolder.org.