Boomers Today

Boomers Today
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Boomers Today Podcast

Boomers Today is a talk show where experts are interviewed on many of the issues facing boomers and an aging population.

  1. Normal Cognitive Aging or Dementia?

    2 DAYS AGO

    Normal Cognitive Aging or Dementia?

    Dr. Edward G. Shaw, MD, MA, is dually trained as a physician and mental health counselor. He was the primary care partner for his late wife Rebecca, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2007 at age 53 and died in 2016 after a 9-year journey. Ed was a practicing academic radiation oncologist for 23 years, specializing in the treatment of adults and children with brain cancer. In 2010, inspired by Rebecca’s journey, his medical interest shifted to dementia diagnosis and treatment, and with his additional training in mental health counseling, he founded the Memory Counseling Program in 2011, part of the Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine and the Sticht Center on Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Prevention at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Program serves individuals, couples, and families affected by Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia. Dr. Shaw has also authored four books on Dementia which we will discuss shortly. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    31 min
  2. Hearing from the Federal Government on Scams

    SEP 6

    Hearing from the Federal Government on Scams

    Lisa Weintraub Schifferle is a Senior Policy Analyst in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Office for Older Americans. The CFPB is a United States Government Agency. She leads the Managing Someone Else’s Money financial caregiving program as well as the Money Smart for Older Adults scam awareness program. She also supports the Office’s work to combat elder financial exploitation through network collaboration and age-friendly banking. Lisa’s career in consumer protection spans more than 25 years. Before coming to the CFPB, she worked at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), where she trained consumers, business and advocates on scams, identity theft, and cybersecurity. She also served as the FTC’s Identity Theft Coordinator and litigated fraud and data security cases. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    32 min
  3. Capturing Family Legacies via Virtual Reality

    AUG 23

    Capturing Family Legacies via Virtual Reality

    Trent Spivey is the founder of Living Memory, where he works with families to preserve their elders' stories and legacies with the power of immersive media. By combining cutting-edge technology and a thoughtful series of personal interviews, Trent helps people tell their story in their own words while creating priceless records that families and communities will cherish for years to come. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    29 min
  4. Preventative Memory Issues

    AUG 17

    Preventative Memory Issues

    James Siberski, MS, CMC, is a retired assistant professor, coordinator of Gerontological Education and Director of Geriatric Care Management at Misericordia University, in Pennsylvania. He is an affiliate member of the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, is certified in Gerontology by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers. He is an editorial advisory board member of Today’s Geriatric Medicine, a prior member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, and a prior member of the Board of Directors of the Greater PA Alzheimer’s Association. He has multiple publications, lectures and consults in geriatric/psychiatric/intellectual disability populations. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    38 min
  5. Music as Medicine

    AUG 13

    Music as Medicine

    With over 15 years experience building startups, Rachel Francine has led teams and strategy for recognized leaders in technology and media including, CitySearch, Ticketmaster, and Current TV. Rachel earned her Masters degree in Long Term Strategic Planning in order to build profitable businesses that also does immense good. In 2012, Rachel co-founded Musical Health Technologies, whose debut product SingFit PRIME, mass distributes music as medicine for the first time in history. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    31 min
  6. Benefits of an End-of_Life Doula

    JUL 26

    Benefits of an End-of_Life Doula

    Sarah Hill is with East Bay Doula for the Dying and as an end-of-life doula, Sarah provides support to those who are dying, and their constellation of caregivers. Linda Suhr is with Autumn of Life Planning and after caring for her partner on his journey with Alzheimer's Disease and peaceful death at home, Linda discovered her calling as an End-of-Life Doula. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    29 min
  7. A Doctor’s Guide for Navigating the Hospital

    JUL 19

    A Doctor’s Guide for Navigating the Hospital

    Monique S. Nugent, MD, MPH, is a practicing hospitalist and physician leader. She completed her medical school and residency training at Loma Linda School of Medicine and her MPH from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Nugent has built her medical career around hospital-based care to include leadership and advocacy work, advocating for every patient by working to make health care equitable, safe, and high quality. She has also written the book, “Prescription for Admission,” a Doctor’s Guide for Navigating the Hospital, Advocating for Yourself and Having a Better Hospitalization. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    31 min
  8. Improve Memory by Learning to Play an Instrument

    JUN 26

    Improve Memory by Learning to Play an Instrument

    From his early days, John Tesh’s path to success was anything but certain. After overcoming challenges such as being suspended from college and homelessness, he began a career in journalism, including hosting CBS News and co-hosting Entertainment Tonight. John transitioned into music, creating the successful television special "John Tesh: Live at Red Rocks" and earning six Emmys, four Gold albums, and an induction into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. He also composed the iconic NBC Sports basketball theme "Roundball Rock." In 1999, Tesh launched the self-syndicated "The John Tesh Radio Show-Intelligence For Your Life," which became internationally successful. Shortly after, he published his memoir, "Relentless" details his triumph over terminal cancer, highlighting his determination and grit. https://tesh.com/ https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

    32 min
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Boomers Today is a talk show where experts are interviewed on many of the issues facing boomers and an aging population.

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  • Creator
    Boomers Today
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2024
  • Episodes
    415
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Boomers Today
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