Feisty Side Of Fifty

What is positive aging and how can we can we promote more of this in our own lives?  Our guest, David Lereah, is the founder and Executive Director of United We Age. Over the years, David has enjoyed a highly successful career as a recognized economic expert in the financial services and real estate industries. But a major challenge in his own life brought about a shift in his focus. Now his passion lies in supporting senior citizens and helping them to live active, fulfilling and personally rewarding lives.  To these ends, David has just come out with a book that every boomer should have on their nightstand. It’s called The Power of Positive Aging and David joins us to share all about it. If you hope to live a life that is both fulfilling and feisty, you will want to be certain to hear what David has to say!

At this time in our lives, few things can give us boomers greater pleasure than a spirited walk down memory lane. For the first TV generation, the memories of those early shows and the stars who created them hold a special place in our hearts. And that’s why you will want to be sure to hear what our guest has to share.  Mary Owen is the real life daughter of one of our all-time favorite TV moms, Donna Reed. Donna initially made her name and her career starring in some of the most important films of the 1940s and ‘50s, most notably It’s a Wonderful Life and From Here to Eternity. But Donna’s life and legacy went far beyond her roles on both the big and the small screens. She was an inspiration, an activist and a role model for the decency, compassion and values of America’s heartland.  Mary joins us to share all about the lesser known, but truly memorable aspects of the life of her mom, Donna Reed. You won’t want to miss this conversation about a beloved icon of our time!

Everyone loves getting lost in a great read. This is especially true if the book both informs and captivates the reader with a tale that’s so fascinating it’s guaranteed to keep you eagerly turning pages until the end. Our guest, James Bostwick, has written just such a book.   James is best known as one of the most respected medical malpractice and personal injury lawyers in the nation. But somehow he’s found the time to produce a debut novel that not only gives you an insider’s look into the life of a lawyer but also delivers a twist-filled tale complete with intrigue, romance and one man’s heroic fight for justice. The book is called Acts of Omission and James joins us to share all about it.  If you are a fan of a great story, you won’t want to miss hearing what this author has to say!

If you’re a grandma, no doubt you know there’s no greater fun than sharing a lively, colorful and action-packedbook with your grandchildren. Geronimo Stilton and the Sewer Rat Stink! is just that! Author/artist Tom Angleberger has created this highly entertaining, wonderful romp through the sewers of New Mouse City that your grandchildren will love.  He joins us to share all about this stinky tale of how Geronimo and his best friend Hercule, the private detective, save the city from a smelly fate.  So, if you’re in the mood for a bit of fun and mischief, gather your grandchildren and be sure to tune in for this one!

I always begin my show referring to the program as “a celebration of baby boomers who are embracing life, as we grow older.” But celebrating life has certainly proven challenging as of late. That’s why this broadcast is especially important.  Our guest, Dr. Michael Greger, is a physician, author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. He oversees the popular website Nutritionfacts.org, and has written numerous bestselling books—How Not to Die, The How Not to Die Cookbook, and How Not to Diet.  Dr. Greger joins us today to share all about his latest, must read and incredibly timely book, How to Survive a Pandemic. Although his previous books have each provided us with critical life-saving information, there are none more important than this latest work by the good doctor. If you care about your health, the health of your loved ones and the health of the planet as a whole, you won’t want to miss this one!

Those of us over fifty know only too well that age brings challenges. And some of them, in fact, are so big they can seem insurmountable. Yet we can find comfort and solace when people of real grace share their own struggles with openness and honesty. Eugenia Zukerman is just such a person.  You know Eugenia from her 25-year career as the arts correspondent for the much loved and long running show, CBS Sunday Morning. Eugenia is also an internationally renowned flutist, an artistic director of numerous major musical events, and the author of several books (both fiction and non fiction), screenplays, articles and book reviews. Without a doubt, this woman has led a life of real accomplishment.  Now, in her latest book—a work of poetry—Eugenia shares intimate thoughts and personal reflections about one of the biggest challenges she has faced to date. Her book is entitled, Like Falling Through a Cloud and she joins us to share all about it. If you are looking for inspiration to face some of the challenges that

If you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a lively, information-packed adventure book with your grandchildren. And that brings us to our guest, Crispin Boyer. Crispin has written more than 20 books for National Geographic Kids, wherein he’s covered numerous topics that young readers find fascinating. His non-fiction books have run the gamut from bugs to sharks and from ninjas to knights in shining armor.  But Crispin joins us now to share all about the second book in his fictional Zeus the Mighty series. It’s called Zeus the Mighty: The Maze of the Menacing Minotaur. His story is set in pet shop named Mt. Olympus Pet Center, which is located on none other than a high hilltop in Athens Georgia. This book is packed with references to ancient Greece and Greek mythology—a treat for the readers and their grandparents alike. So gather your grandchildren and be sure to tune in for this one… it promises to be both entertaining and informative!

If you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing fun and fascinating information with your grandchildren.  And, to those ends, you are going to want to hear what our guest, Becky Baines, has to say. Becky co-hosts the “Weird But True Show” on Sirius XM radio’s Kids Place Live, but she is also the Editorial Director of National Geographic Kids Books. In that capacity, Becky is joining us to share all about a fabulous resource you are sure to want to share with your grandchildren. It’s called National Geographic Kids Almanac 2021 and it’s packed with fun facts, colorful visuals and amazing information that is guaranteed to keep both you and you grandchildren well entertained and well informed. So, if you’re in the mood for a bit of fun and a lot of learning at the same time, gather your grandchildren and be sure to tune in for this one!

Joel Sartore is a photographer, speaker, author, teacher and a 25-year contributor to National Geographic magazine as well as numerous other prominent publications. Moreover Joel is on a personal mission as “Animal Ambassador, a voice for the voiceless.” His lifetime goal is to document the varied species and present them in such breathtaking photographs that we can appreciate the contribution of each one to the health of our planet. Joel is also the creator of one of the most beautiful books I’ve ever seen. It’s published by National Geographic and is called: The Photo Ark: One Man’s Quest to Document the World’s Animals. The book is a treasure trove of fascinating information and the most stunning photos you’ll ever encounter. I know each of you is going to want to have this one on your coffee table.  So take 10 minutes, listen to what Joel has to say. We’ve already experienced the havoc a virus can create. And this has gone a long way to demonstrate there’s nothing more important than the health of the p

Despite the many upsides of age, a long life means that we have witnessed a number of horrendous events. However, one of the most horrendous events in all of mankind’s history was experienced by our parents’ generation. And that, of course was the holocaust and the tragic events of World War II.  Our guest, Bernice Lerner, has written a riveting, real life account of two people who experienced the horrors of Bergen-Belsen. The account she writes is of her own mother,  Rachel Genuth, and Brigadier H. L. Glyn Hughes, a British doctor sent to liberate the camp and save as many lives as he could. Benice’s book, ALL THE HORRORS OF WAR: A Jewish Girl, a British Doctor, and the Liberation of Bergen-Belsen is an important work with an incredibly profound message. It’s also a labor of love by the author and I am both honored and thrilled to have her join us. Please plan to tune in for this incredibly moving conversation.

Margaret Mead coined the famous term, “menopausal zest” but she may have actually been thinking of “creative zest.” As hormonal changes, family obligations, careers and other life circumstances transform with age, our creative urges can grow by leaps and bounds. And that’s where our guest comes in. Katherine Lerner has a Masters Degree in Social Work and has enjoyed a longstanding career working with geriatric patients and their families. But, after years of being on call 24/7 for client emergencies, Katherine began shifting her focus to doing volunteer work with children. It was this work (and a few hormonal shifts along the way) that led her to her recently discovered passion as the author of children’s books.  Now Katherine has written and published a delightful book entitled, The Tale of Noodle the Uncurly Poodle that’s guaranteed to capture the imagination of both children and adults alike. And, currently, she’s busily working on two more children’s books to add to her growing repertoire.  Therefore,

If you’re a grandma, no doubt you know there’s no greater fun than sharing both food and fun with your grandchildren. That is where our guest comes in… Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA, RDN, CDN is the award-winning author of, Read It Before You Eat It – Taking You from Label to Table, and creator of the website and blog called, BetterThanDieting.com. She’s a media personality, motivational speaker and journalist whose messages focus on food, health and wellness. Bonnie is a recipient of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics prestigious Media Excellence Award. But her all-time favorite award and happiest pastime is cooking in the kitchen with her family. Bonnie joins us to share all about how we can make cooking with the kiddies fun and nutritious. So gather your grandchildren and be sure to tune in for this one!

Are you a childfree adult who is considering retirement and concerned about your financial security, physical health and general wellbeing? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. has to say. Sara is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. Her book, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults, was selected as a “best book on aging well” by the Wall Street Journal. Sara also received the distinction of being named as one of the “2018 Influencers in Aging” by the PBS website, Next Avenue. Sara joins us to share tips, strategies and more for navigating later life as a Solo Ager. If you are concerned about making the most of your Golden Years, you will want to make sure you catch this show!

If you’re suffering from the quarantine blues, a great read can really help to chase away the boredom and remind you that there’s plenty to life beyond the confines of “shelter in place.” Our guest, Judith Marshall, has penned just such a book. Judith has been writing fiction for more than fifteen years. Her debut, award-winning novel, Husbands May Come and Go but Friends are Forever, was optioned by a Hollywood producer. Now Judith has followed up on that success with her latest book, Staying Afloat.  This page-turner is aimed at women of maturity and is a story of marriage and lust set against the responsibility of family. With unexpected twists and turns, Judith explores the key life question: Can a woman ever really know her heart until she faces tragedy? So give yourself a break from the monotonies of  “shelter in place,” let your thoughts turn to love, lust and the fullness of life by listening to what our feisty guest has to say!

In this era of shelter in place, connecting with friends via Zoom, FaceTime and other digital means has become our go-to way of interacting. Moreover, virtual job interviews, work meetings and other professional connections are mainly taking place via the webcam on your computer. No matter the reason behind the interaction, we want to present ourselves at our very best… and that’s where our guest comes in. Dr. Paul Bailo is a renowned digital strategy specialist who is an adjunct professor at Columbia University as well as the founder and CEO of Phone Interview Pro. He is also the author of an extremely helpful guide called, The Essential Digital Interview Handbook. This important resource is filled with tips to ensure we present ourselves at our best when that webcam light goes on.  So, if you care about ensuring you are appearing at your “digital best,” you will want to make sure to tune in for this informative discussion!

Few writers can claim to keep millions of readers eagerly turning pages like bestselling author, David Baldacci. His novels have been heralded as “gripping,” “spellbinding” and “thrill producing.” Now David has added another soon-to-be bestseller to his already impressive list.  In Walk the Wire readers get to spend time with one of David’s most popular heroes, Amos Decker. Decker and his FBI colleague, Alex Jamison, investigate the death of a young woman whose corpse is discovered having already been expertly autopsied. The mysteries and the murders go on from there… If you love a great tale told by a master storyteller, you won’t want to miss hearing what this famous author has to share!

Have you been plagued with more than your share of aches and pains as of late? Do you have trouble falling asleep and/or sleeping through the night? Are you looking for an effective product that will address your health problems? If so, you might be ready to explore the wonders of what CBD can do for you. Our guest today is Ed Donnelly. Ed is a recognized CBD expert and the founder of AmourCBD. He’s joining us today to share all about the numerous benefits of cannabis as both a topical agent and one we can take orally. If you suffer from aches and pains, insomnia, or a whole host of maladies that strike us on the Feisty Side of Fifty, you won’t want to miss this one!

Many of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty are blessed to be grandmas and know the special joy of spending time with our grandchildren. And one of the very best ways to do that is by sharing a wonderful story together. Join Joy Cho, author of Be Curious, as she shares all about her very special book that is sure to inspire young children to celebrate each of their senses as they explore the world around them. If you’re lucky enough to be a granny yourself, you’re going to want to be sure to catch this show!

If you’re looking for a great read to share with your grandchildren (especially your granddaughters), look no further!  Roshani Chokshi, creator of the much-loved Pandava series, has just published her latest book. It’s called Aru Shah and the Tree of Wishes, and this one is guaranteed to keep both you and your granddaughter happily entertained and turning pages with great anticipation. Roshani joins us to share all about this latest addition to her series and how her Hindu-based books celebrate fantasy, adventure and girl power! 

Join best-selling author, world renowned researcher and founder of the Blue Zones, Dan Buettner, as he shares all about his new book, The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100. You know Dan from his groundbreaking work on longevity. As an explorer/researcher for National Geographic, he traveled to places around the globe to find where “people forget to die.” Dan termed these places “Blue Zones” and they boast the world’s longest-living, healthiest people—many who live way past their hundredth birthday. Dan’s latest book, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is a visually stunning, treasure trove of recipes that are not only delicious, they will help you stick around to blow out 100 candles on your own birthday cake. So, if you care about aging well and spending many more years with your grandchildren, you won’t want to miss this one!