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The Senior Journal

The Senior Journal is a radio show located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Hosted by Robin Gunn, founder of The Senior Journal, as she navigates life and makes life easier for the 50+ community.

  1. 1D AGO

    7 12 25 - VILLAGES OKC - GIFT - LARRY HILLMAN

    OKSJ SHOW 7 12 25 - VILLAGES OKC - GIFT - LARRY HILLMAN Learn More at: https://okseniorjournal.com/latest-radio-shows/

    47 min

  2. JUL 5

    7-5-25: ABLE Tech and Oklahoma Human Services

    The OSJ Radio Hour as in The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour … Has a “back by popular demand” OSJ radio hour… in studio is originally aired 12/14/24 and due to emails, a phone calls and texts… we knew we had to bring this show back to our listening audience! It is a world  of information (especially after the holidays) where adult children, friends and those concerned with the well being of their parents or loved one. Most of what you will hear is FREE or very low cost! Interactive Companion Pet – Realistic & Lifelike… What is this ? We will answer that and more on tools for families or professional caregivers. This show is dedicated to those the care for others. Either you will be a caregiver or you will be cared for. Pictured left to right in the above photo is Loyd Lightfoot, Shelley Gladden, and Donnie Lewis. These are experts in their field and their expertise is your reward! These are helping hands that can make difficult situations better for you or your loved one. Donnie Lewis, Program Manager III at Oklahoma Human Services Community Living, Aging and Protective (CAP) Services since 2024, manages the US Department of Health and Human Services Lifespan Respite Grants that partners with agencies across Oklahoma to support for caregivers. Community Engagement & Coalitions | Community Living, Aging and Protective Services (CAP)   Loyd Lightfoot is an LRG Specialist with Oklahoma Human Services. A skilled professional with diverse experience in healthcare, tribal water/wastewater management, youth leadership, and community partnerships. Proven ability to organize conferences, recognize industry excellence, and collaborate with tribal housing authorities. Experienced in working with the Lifespan Respite Grant and Caregiving Resources. Community Living, Aging and Protective Services (CAP) | Oklahoma Human Servicesp. 405-521-2281 | c. 918-948-0810 | Apply for benefits SNAP, child care, TANF or other benefits.Need help applying? Call (405) 522-5050. https://oklahoma.gov/okdhs/services/cap.html Shelley Gladden, Assistant Director at Oklahoma ABLE Tech since 2012, oversees the core programs of the AT Act, and plays a role in securing financial support at the state and federal level to better serve Oklahomans. An advocate for people with disabilities and a person with hearing loss, she serves on several state organizations and is passionate about serving Oklahomans. Shelley is Assistant Director – Assistive Technology Programs Oklahoma ABLE Tech, Oklahoma State University • Dept. of Wellness.

    48 min

  3. JUN 28

    6-28-25: TRIAD – SSgt Tara Hardin

    What is TRAID and what does the Oklahoma County Sheriff Office have to do with this program? SSgt Tara Hardin Is in the OSJ Radio Studio giving us vital information on how to prevent fraud in your life and those lives of your loved ones. We will give a i depth explanation to triad through the Oklahoma County sheriffs department and we will also go on over frauds and scams that are currently out in the public, but of course is ever changing so the show is on prevention prevention prevention. Stop it before it happens to you or a loved one. Sgt Tara Hardin began her career with the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s office in 2011 and became the TRIAD Coordinator in July 2021.  The goal of Triad is to “prevent and reduce crimes against seniors” and as such she focuses much of her time and attention to prevention methods for the growing problem of scams and frauds targeting seniors.  She presents a new, in-person, monthly lesson at 22 locations around Oklahoma County including online and phone-in classes, offers guest speaking/teaching by request, and participants in as well as hosts events including an Annual Fraud Prevention Conference each summer in conjunction with the FBI and Oklahoma Insurance Department.  You can view her weekly “Senior Moments” crime prevention tips each Friday on the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Facebook page at OCSO911. TRIAD Coordinator, Tara HardinOklahoma County Sheriff’s Office0: 405-713-1086 Tara.Hardin@oklahomacounty.org 2101 NE 36th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73111

    48 min

  4. JUN 21

    6 21 25 - MORE OF FAMILY CAREGIVING wi Bobbie Diffee Gunn from 1 18 25

    OKSJ SHOW 6 21 25 - MORE OF FAMILY CAREGIVING wi Bobbie Diffee Gunn from 1 18 25 Find more shows and info at: https://okseniorjournal.com/latest-radio-shows/

    46 min

  5. JUN 14

    6-15-25: HARRISON ASSISTED LIVING

    6-15-25: HARRISON ASSISTED LIVING - https://okseniorjournal.com/6-15-25/

    48 min

  6. JUN 7

    6-7-25 PROPERTY TAX FOR SENIORS-Julie Ackerman

    We are still having inquiries about THE PROPERTY TAX FREEZE FOR SENIORS! We decided the run the OSJ Radio Hour again to help continue to educate on this very wonderful program that seniors can claim and benefit from at age 65-Plus! Want to freeze your property tax once you are 65+? You certainly can in this program! This is not a marketed program… that’s why we did a OSJ Radio show on it. We also have a flyer on our newsletter every Friday. To join the Oklahoma Senior Journal newsletter along with our 10,000 other members, please go to OKSeniorjournal.com. To my left is Julie Ackerman, who has become an expert in her field on the property tax freeze for seniors. She discusses all about it. We do need to get our representatives and senators involved, and we will give you that information in this newsletter and on the OSJ radio show. We also have an encore of the OSJ radio show on Sunday at 1 o’clock on Freedom 97.9 FM. There are over 400,000 65+ who own their own home in the state of Oklahoma. Each of these owners is able to freeze property taxes once they are 65 or better. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Don’t miss the show! And read the flyer – scan the flyer’s QR code on it for more information. Julie Ackerman is passionate about getting this word out on property freezing for seniors and so is the Oklahoma Senior Journal. Listen in this Saturday @ 9:05am on FREEDOM 96.9FM Oklahoma’s Talk Radio. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Julie Ackerman Julie Ackerman, a resident of Oklahoma since 2000, was born in Montana and lived in Texas before settling permanently in Oklahoma. She has lived in Shawnee Twin Lakes, Pottawatomie County, Shawnee, and now Oklahoma County where she plans to retire at the age of 67. Julie is available to speak at churches, retirement communities, or organizations of any kind. Email her for more information at seniortaxfreeze@yahoo.com. Facebook: facebook.com/seniorpropertytax Email: seniortaxfreeze@yahoo.com oksenate.gov/senators okhouse.gov/representatives

    47 min

  7. MAY 31

    5-31-25: SHERRI COALE – Coach and Author

    What a HUGE positive response The OSJ Radio Hour got when we first ran the “Sherri Coale” Show … originally aired 4/19/25. Due to all the positive responses we were asked to run the show again so we are this Saturday, May 31st on The Rise & Thrive OSJ Radio Hour at 9:05am on 96.9FM The Freedom Channel. Coach for 25 years and holds the record for the Winning’s Coach (OU Coach), and she brags on all the hard work of the winningest players with the OU basketball girls and Sherri along with the OU basketball girls put them on the map. She is now an author, a speaker and consultant and can be found at: sherricoale.com for speaking engagements, consulting, or to order one of her books. She sold out on her first book (Rooted to Rise, more have been printed) that was released last year on Amazon. You can also pick up both her books (new; The Compost File ) on Amazon as well as some brick and mortar Oklahoma bookstores or on her website at sherricoale.com. Our very first question out of the shoot is what have you been doing since your retirement from girls basketball ? Well, Sherri‘s not just sitting around. She is out there making a difference still in other people‘s lives including her own. This is a tremendous interview and Sherri doesn’t hold back at all. Sherri Coale cover You will Love this interview! Sherri Coale is a native Oklahoman who grew up about thirty miles to the right side of the Red River in Healdton, Oklahoma. In 1987 after a highly successful collegiate career at Oklahoma Christian, she hung up her high tops, moving from the court to the sideline as she began what would become a Hall of Fame career as a Women’s Basketball Coach. For 25 years, Sherri Coale served as the head women’s basketball coach at the University of Oklahoma where she is the winningest women’s basketball coach in OU history. Sherri is an author, a master motivator, an engaging speaker, a gifted writer, and a keen observer of everyday life. www.sherricoale.com Facebook: @sherricoale Linked in: linkedin.com/in/sherri-coale/

    47 min

  8. MAY 24

    5-24-25: Stem Cells and Stem Cell Patches – Q&A with Kris Hapgood, RN

    What exactly are stem cells, and why are they considered so powerful in modern medicine? This the first question I asked Kris Hapgood, RN of 32 years as our guest on Saturday morning at 9:05am on the Rise and Thrive OSJ Radio Hour on FREEDOM 96.9FM. Also, what is a Stem Cell Patch …? We will give you all that information on the OSJ Radio Show this Saturday. Kris is a researcher and boy has she researched the stem cell patch called: X98 by LifeWaves a patented patch that wakes up your dormant stem cells. After the age of 30 you lose more than half at age 60 you can only imagine how many more stem cells go dormant and this stem cell patch wakes them up! To do miraculous things for you in your health and gives you clarity… including your pets from dogs to cats, horses, and yes, even chickens. 🐔 Kris Hapgood Kris Hapgood Kris Hapgood, RN – A Wellness Educator & Regenerative Health Advocate, has been a nurse for over 30 years and is passionate about the body’s power to heal. Through stem cells and tools like the X39 patch, she helps others find hope and natural solutions—sharing how anyone can activate their body’s potential for renewal and vibrant health. No bigger than a quarter you wear for 12 hours then you re-patch after the 12 hours and your leftover patches can be used for your animals. Contact Kris at: Phone: 405-369-8277 Email: krishapgood@gmail.com krisrn.com

    48 min
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The Senior Journal is a radio show located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Hosted by Robin Gunn, founder of The Senior Journal, as she navigates life and makes life easier for the 50+ community.

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    The Senior Journal
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    227
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