Aging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes Scroggs

Cathy Dawes Scroggs

Embracing the journey. Grateful for every step.  A podcast featuring award winning broadcaster and journalist, Cathy Dawes Scroggs.

  1. 2D AGO

    Aging Gratefully S2 EP 2 with Susan Keller

    "Keep active, if not physically, mentally," are words of advice from retired K-State accountant Susan Keller. Susan shares how she survived a horrific accident, leaving her badly injured the year of her retirement, and how she continues to keep active with her husband, 4 dogs, and the many activities she participates in--she also talks about how much Manhattan has changed in the nearly 60 years she's lived here.

    44 min

  2. JAN 9

    Aging Gratefully S2 EP 1 with Mike Shepherd

    Putting "one foot in front of the other" are just a few words of advice from this widower of more than 3 years. Mike Shepherd's barbershop music and many leadership roles with the group, as well as travel, time with children and grandchildren, and gardening, have kept him moving and in good spirits as he ages gratefully.

    31 min

  3. JAN 2

    Aging Gratefully EP 50 with Robbin Cole and Dave Lewis

    Inaugural guest Robbin Cole, a retired mental health professional, rejoins producer Dave Lewis and Cathy on the first anniversary of this Aging Gratefully Podcast. We reminisce about a dear centenarian friend, C. Clyde Jones, who recently passed away, and explore how grief impacts us all, especially during the holiday season. Join us for a thought-provoking, very open discussion on shifting our focus during down times in our lives.

    50 min

  4. 12/26/2025

    Aging Gratefully EP 49 with Steven Graham

    "Do not just sit in a chair," but "get out there, get engaged, and do something," are thoughts from Steven Graham, who recently retired from an active career in agriculture. Steven shares how he continues to keep busy with a variety of boards and groups, but most importantly with numerous friends and the loving support of his wife.

    46 min

  5. 12/19/2025

    Aging Gratefully EP 48 with Bill Felber

    From his early days in Chicago to 40-plus years at the Manhattan Mercury as Executive Editor for many of those years, Bill Felber obviously enjoys being able to set his own agenda in retirement. Bill has a wonderful perspective on striving not to worry, even though he was in a very high-stress occupation for so many years, and he shares other thoughts during this transitional period of his life.

    43 min

  6. 12/12/2025

    Aging Gratefully EP 47 with Santa & Mrs. Claus ft. Lynda & Stephen Bachelor

    Enjoy this whimsical and touching episode beginning with a very special chat including Santa and Mrs. Claus, followed by a talk with Lynda and Stephen Bachelor, who share what transitioning to retirement has meant for them. This retired military couple shares what has kept their marriage of 50-plus years going, and they offer solid words of wisdom on how to age gratefully.

    50 min

  7. 12/05/2025

    Aging Gratefully EP 46 with Jim and Sally Lindquist

    Jim and Sally Lindquist share information about their busy careers in extension service, providing practical and research-based education on agriculture, food safety, health and nutrition, youth development and community development, and even specialized programs for seniors. This delightful couple, who started out in locales far apart in Kansas and Louisiana, found each other later in life, and talk about the importance of appreciating each other and making health a priority in their later years.

    55 min

  8. 11/29/2025

    Aging Gratefully EP 45 with Peg Janssen

    Stay positive and keep on keeping on are just some words of advice from Peg Jansen, who has been a teacher, a Mary Kay business entrepreneur, and a health and wellness businesswoman. This wife, mother of 2, and grandmother of 6 talks about how God has a plan for each one of us--which has helped her through many ups and downs in her life.

    57 min
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