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bOLDer People is a production of the University of Southern Indiana exploring the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana and highlighting initiatives of the USI Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program. So, let’s listen, learn, and be inspired by their stories of triumph, love, uncertainty, perseverance and much more. Welcome to the bOLDer People podcast.
This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of an award totaling $3,691,706 million with zero percentage financed with nongovernmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

bOLDer People The USI GWEP

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bOLDer People is a production of the University of Southern Indiana exploring the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana and highlighting initiatives of the USI Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program. So, let’s listen, learn, and be inspired by their stories of triumph, love, uncertainty, perseverance and much more. Welcome to the bOLDer People podcast.
This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of an award totaling $3,691,706 million with zero percentage financed with nongovernmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.

    Mr. Todd Reller & Finding the Next Project

    Mr. Todd Reller & Finding the Next Project

    In this episode of bOLDer People, our host Dr. Katie Ehlman invites guest speaker Mr. Todd Reller to the studio. Mr. Reller serves as the vice president of the Board of Directors for the Indiana State Games. Mr. Reller is no stranger to athletics and has ranged from being a student athlete here at USI, to running a marathon at 50 years old, to even competing in the National Senior Games himself! Mr. Reller says that he enjoys being busy and is always searching for the next project in his life. 
    In today’s episode, Dr. Ehlman and Mr. Reller explore various topics such as:
    ·         The importance of athletics in older adults
    ·         Mr. Reller’s past in track and cross country at USI
    ·         Learning new skills at any age
    ·         And more!


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    • 19 min
    Mr. Charles Goldman & Planning for Longevity

    Mr. Charles Goldman & Planning for Longevity

    In this episode of bOLDer People, Dr. Katie Ehlman invites Mr. Charles Goldman into the studio. Mr. Goldman is an established board member at Solarbron Senior Living who spent 45 years in banking at Old National Bank and National City Bank in Evansville. In his life, he has learned much about planning, goal-setting, and seeing the bigger picture.
    Mr. Goldman grew up at a time when Southwestern Indiana was majority rural. He remembers Model T Fords, dirt roads, and extended families living together in the same neighborhood.
     Mr. Goldman has a wealth of interesting experiences to draw from. The two explore many topics during their conversation, including:  
    How unique stories from Mr. Goldman's past shape his outlook on lifeHow to make sound choices in the present How the future will always be unpredictable We hope you enjoy this conversation we much as we do. Click here to get connected with bOLDer People!

    • 36 min
    Ms. Sheila Huff & Finishing the Race

    Ms. Sheila Huff & Finishing the Race

    In this episode, our host, Dr. Katie Ehlman, invites guest speaker, Ms. Sheila Huff, to the bOLDer People studio. Ms. Huff has been with the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) for over 46 years and has worn many hats as a health teacher, coach, assistant principal, and principal. Ms. Huff currently serves as the Director of Strategic Engagement at EVSC.  In this role, she is an advocate for both students and staff to create positive change in local schools. Ms. Huff says she has loved every minute of her journey and if asked to put her sweatsuit and tennis shoes back on for coaching, she would. Dr. Ehlman explores several topics with Ms. Huff such as:  
    Building perseverance in young people and Ms. Huff’s mantra of finishing the race  Creating a level playing field in education with equitable and inclusive practices Women’s Equality Day and helping women recognize their expertise and potential in leadership positions  And lots more!  Click here to get connected with bOLDer People!  

    • 22 min
    Janeane Vickers & the Patchwork of Life

    Janeane Vickers & the Patchwork of Life

    If this is your first time tuning in, welcome to the Third episode of bOLDer People, a podcast where we explore the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana so we can listen, learn, and be inspired. 

    In this episode, our host, Katie Ehlman, invites guest speaker, Janeane Vickers, to the bOLDer People studio. Janeane Vickers is an avid quilter, a former Portuguese Water Dog breeder, a mountain dulcimer player, and a southwestern Indiana transplant, among other things. One might even call her a jack-of-all-trades. Dr. Ehlman explores several topics with Janeane such as:
    Janeane’s volunteer work that ranges from helping meet the spiritual needs of Afghan refugees through her church to working with the Vanderburgh Humane Society to care for and rehome abandoned petsResiliency through breast cancer treatment and Janeane’s decision to “leave the girls gone” Advice for caregivers and how Janeane unexpectedly became an informal caregiver for her acquaintance, FrankAnd lots more!Click here to get connected with bOLDer People!

    • 36 min
    Sandy Lasher & the Art of Retirement

    Sandy Lasher & the Art of Retirement

    If this is your first time tuning in, welcome to the second episode of bOLDer People, a podcast where we explore the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana so we can listen, learn, and be inspired. 
     
    In this episode, we interview Mrs. Sandy Lasher, an active community member in Evansville, IN. Mrs. Lasher is a board member of SWIRCA & More, a former teacher and administrator for the Diocese of Evansville, and an advocate for older adults in the area.
     
    In this episode, we cover several key topics including:
    Stigmas around retirement [6:06]Forming new friendships as an older adult [16:29]Advice for future retirees [26:39]And lots more! 
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    • 35 min
    Dr. Coudret & the Spirit of Innovation

    Dr. Coudret & the Spirit of Innovation

    Welcome to the first episode of bOLDer People, a podcast where we explore the dynamic lives of older adults in southwestern Indiana so we can listen, learn, and be inspired. 
    In this episode, we interview Dr. Nadine Coudret, Dean Emerita of the College of Nursing and Health Professions and the Nursing Program at the University of Southern Indiana.
    In this episode, we cover several key topics including:
    The development and growth of the USI Nursing Program [9:38]USI initiatives in the community [13:38]Advice for students [18:01] and faculty [19:25] involved in health professions or nursing programsAnd lots more!Connect with Dr. Coudret
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    • 33 min

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