A Life's Story

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A Life's Story

A 99-year-old WW2 veteran turned transgendered widow fights discrimination from the very government for which she fought. A 103-year-old goes to work as she has every day for decades. an 86-year-old woman waves her Senior Olympics medals at the medical community who wrote her off. A Holocaust survivor of 4 Nazi death camps endures unimaginable horrors yet rebuilds his life from being a walking skeleton to a life of happiness and love. These are just a few of the complex, moving and powerful stories profiled in A Life’s Story.  A Life’s Story shines a light on the lives of special octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians who have done, and are still doing astonishing things. Many have been participants in important chapters of history. Every episode is an intimate and remarkable profile, concluding with the insight that can only come from those who have seen it all.   Produced and narrated by veteran NYC radio host and master storyteller Leslie Gold “The Radiochick”, in partnership with Jam Street Media/Matty Staudt.

  1. OCT 9

    Still Healing at 102: A Conversation with Dr. Gladys McGarey

    In this inspiring episode of A Life’s Story, host Leslie Gold sits down with Dr. Gladys McGarey, the 102-year-old trailblazer and pioneer of holistic medicine. Dr. McGarey shares her remarkable journey—from her idyllic childhood in the jungles of North India, where she decided at the age of two that she wanted to be a doctor, to becoming a groundbreaking physician who helped shape the way modern healthcare incorporates holistic principles. At 102 and a half, Dr. McGarey continues to inspire with her energy, wisdom, and enduring commitment to helping others live well. She walks over 4,000 steps daily, lives independently, and has recently authored The Well-Lived Life: Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age. In this candid conversation, Dr. McGarey shares her thoughts on aging with purpose, overcoming personal and professional challenges, and her vision for a Village of Living Medicine that fosters wellness for all. Joined by fellow doctors and admirers Dr. Rachel Abrams and Dr. Mimi Guarneri, the episode delves into Dr. McGarey’s contributions to holistic medicine and her mission to integrate mind, body, spirit, and emotions into the medical world. Tune in to be inspired by a woman who has lived a life dedicated to healing and continues to offer invaluable lessons on how to thrive at any age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    52 min

  2. SEP 24

    Marty Cooper - The Father of the Cell Phone

    In this captivating episode of A Life's Story, host Leslie Gold sits down with Marty Cooper, the visionary engineer behind the invention that transformed modern communication: the cell phone. From the early days at Motorola to the momentous first call made from a mobile device, Marty shares his incredible journey of innovation, perseverance, and ambition. With anecdotes from his early life as a curious boy, his time in the Navy, and his career as a groundbreaking engineer, Marty offers listeners a glimpse into the mind of a dreamer who changed the world. Join us as we explore the untold stories behind the creation of the cell phone, the challenges Marty faced in bringing his idea to life, and how his invention forever altered the way humanity connects. Whether it's his humorous rivalry with Bell Labs or the philosophical implications of our dependence on technology, this episode is a thoughtful dive into the life and legacy of one of the most influential inventors of our time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m

  3. 10/13/2021 · BONUS

    The World's Oldest Supermodel - A Life’s Story "Fable"

    In this special bonus episode of A Life's Story, we follow the story of Daphne Selfe. Born 1928 in London, she became a model after winning a magazine contest shortly after her 21st birthday. In this episode, we chronicle her journey, what ultimately led to her returning to the industry in her 70's, and how she became and remains a professional model to this day. Follow Us on Social Media: Leslie Gold (@twitter)  A Life’s Story (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Jam Street Media (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  4. 08/10/2021

    Defrauded Grandma Strikes Back - Part 2

    This week on the final episode of the two-part season finale of A Life’s Story, we hear the gripping conclusion to the story of Beverley Schottenstein's, a 94-year-old woman who was defrauded by her two grandsons. We get deeper into how her family betrayed her, stole everything from her, and pushed her to her absolute limits until she finally found justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  5. 08/03/2021

    Defrauded Grandma Strikes Back - Part 1

    Lies, fraud and just plain ripped off. This week on the first episode of the two-part season finale of A Life’s Story, our host Leslie Gold sits down with Beverley Schottenstein, a 94 year old woman who was defrauded by her two grandsons. From stealing property, to using her wealth to establish careers, they eventually began siphoning off large amounts of cash to increase their own wealth, unknown to Beverly at the time. When they were finally confronted, they accused their grandmother of having dementia, telling her that she was mistaken and essentially didn’t know what she was talking about. Even her son, the boy's father, piled on and was critical of Beverly. But that didn’t dissuade her from putting up a fight and standing up for herself. Hear the remarkable story of resilience, wealth, family dysfunction and doing what you believe is right versus what you believe is wrong. With the help of her caregiver and granddaughters, Beverly is able to make a stand and fight back against her grandson's blatant theft and put a stop to the betrayal. Leslie leaves no stone unturned as we also get to hear about Beverly’s childhood, what it was like growing up and how she came to meet her husband, Alvin. From being a teenager to becoming an adult, get a first hand look of how she was able to become successful and when she first started to notice red flags with her finances. We get to listen to the story of a kind old lady pushed to her limit, and despite not always understanding all of the legal technicalities of her grandson’s fraud, she knew it was wrong, and that didn’t sit well. Find out how she was able to put an end to the dishonesty and uncover familial betrayal of the highest order.  00:00 - Intro 02:51 - Interview with Beverly Schottenstein Follow Us on Social Media: Leslie Gold (@twitter)  A Life’s Story (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Jam Street Media (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min

  6. 07/27/2021

    The Joyful Inventor

    This week on A Life’s Story we speak with Eddy Goldfarb, the 99 year-old toy inventor! From being a part of WWII in the US Navy to inventing the much beloved Yakity Yak Talking Teeth more than 60 years ago, Eddy has lived life to the fullest. Even as a child he knew he wanted to be an inventor, tinkering in high school and sending off ideas to different companies. Despite facing adversity, hear how Eddy has handled his troubles with grace and hopefully we can learn something from his positive outlook along the way.   To learn more about Eddy, go to: eddysworld.net  00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Interview with Eddy Goldfarb Follow Us on Social Media: Leslie Gold (@twitter)  A Life’s Story (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Jam Street Media (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min

  7. 07/20/2021

    Surviving the Holocaust - Part 3

    This week we hear the end to the inspiring story of how Ben Lesser survived the Holocaust. After 7 years of persecution and torture, Ben is finally liberated. Now an orphan, having lost everything he knew and loved, Ben tells us about his journey back to life and how he found something he thought was gone forever.  00:00 - Intro 02:30 - Interview with Ben Lesser  Follow Us on Social Media: Leslie Gold (@twitter)  A Life’s Story (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Jam Street Media (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min

  8. 07/13/2021

    Surviving the Holocaust - Part 2

    This week is the second installment of a special three-part series about Ben Lesser, a survivor of the Holocaust. From Poland to Czechoslovakia to Hungary, Ben and his family were able to evade Nazi persecution for nearly five years. Listen as he recalls the experience of being captured and getting sent to Auschwitz, becoming a prisoner and laborer, at the age of only 15.  00:00 - Intro 02:26 - Interview with Ben Lesser Follow Us on Social Media: Leslie Gold (@twitter)  A Life’s Story (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Jam Street Media (@twitter) (@instagram) (@facebook) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
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A 99-year-old WW2 veteran turned transgendered widow fights discrimination from the very government for which she fought. A 103-year-old goes to work as she has every day for decades. an 86-year-old woman waves her Senior Olympics medals at the medical community who wrote her off. A Holocaust survivor of 4 Nazi death camps endures unimaginable horrors yet rebuilds his life from being a walking skeleton to a life of happiness and love. These are just a few of the complex, moving and powerful stories profiled in A Life’s Story.  A Life’s Story shines a light on the lives of special octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians who have done, and are still doing astonishing things. Many have been participants in important chapters of history. Every episode is an intimate and remarkable profile, concluding with the insight that can only come from those who have seen it all.   Produced and narrated by veteran NYC radio host and master storyteller Leslie Gold “The Radiochick”, in partnership with Jam Street Media/Matty Staudt.

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  • Channel
    Jam Street Media
  • Creator
    Leslie Gold, Jam Street Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved

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