Posts by Linda Sherman
Marketing Tips for Founders with Tricia Norton of Discover Live, Lori Beth Irvin of LBIngenuity, Ross Gray of Cloud Campaign and Bernie Borges of Life Fulfilled Podcast
In this episode of the Rethinking Aging Club Podcast, we explore how innovators are reshaping engagement, marketing, and fulfillment in the AgeTech space. From live travel experiences and emotional marketing to platform-specific content strategies and early-stage startup advice, our panel of marketing experts shares practical insights for connecting with older adults in meaningful ways. Whether…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Vaccine, Calcium Supplements Precaution, Japanese Toilets 10-15-24
Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, and Ray Gordon. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed. Presented by Dr. Zalan Alam, MBBS, FRCGP GP Partner and Clinical Director IMC March 12, 2024 Calcium Supplements Precaution https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-calcium-vitamin-d-supplements-can-lower-postmenopausal-womens-risk-of-cancer-but-raise-risk-of-heart-disease 2023 Calcium Precautions Article https://abc7.com/calcium-supplements-research-study/13443273/ 2018 Calcium Precautions Study Catherine Johnson MD Comments: “Great conversation regarding bone…
Read MoreSleep Health with Sana Health and myWaves
This episode focused on sleep health, with Richard Hanbury from Sana Health and Jean-Francois Destexhe from myWaves discussing their innovative products. Richard highlighted Sana Health’s pulsed light and sound therapy for pain and sleep, emphasizing its potential to improve chronic pain and mental health. He mentioned ongoing FDA trials for neuropathic pain and PTSD. Jean-Francois…
Read MoreCES 2024 Highlights Part 2: Personalized Digital Storytelling, Haptic Visual Guidance, Music Therapy, Legacy Documentation
This episode’s discussion features products that were exhibited at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show. These innovations support personalized communications through storytelling from a huge library of choices, provide a practical alternative for those with visual impairments, offer solace through music therapy to those with cognitive decline, and help older adults organize their treasured objects in…
Read MoreRapamycin, Aging in Place Financial Planning, Nursing Home Hurricane Evacuation Plans, Caregiver Demographics 10-8-24
Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed, followed by Debbie’s summary of this show. Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan NY Times Well 9-24-24 Rapamycin for Longevity Benefits and Risks by Dana G Smith https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/24/well/live/rapamycin-aging-longevity-benefits-risks.html The Study Mentioned during article discussion…
Read MoreSmart Home with Autoslide, Josh, Murphy Door, Caregiver Smart Solutions, Evolving Homes
Joseph Castonguay discussed automated sliding doors for improved accessibility and fall prevention. Casey Levy-Tulloch highlighted Josh AI’s role in consolidating smart home devices into a single, easy-to-use interface. Jeremy Barker emphasized Murphy Door’s innovative hidden beds and storage solutions for enhancing space utilization and privacy. Ryan Herd from Caregiver Smart Solutions underscored the importance of…
Read MoreLaughter as Medicine Streaming Film TV and LaughMD App
Studies have shown that laughter has medicinal benefits and film (streaming, theatre, broadcast TV or the LaughMD app) is a great way to deliver that. We heard the inside story on The War with Grandpa. And a wise perspective on how TV series longevity has changed over time. Recorded on December 7, 2023, this episode…
Read MoreRethinking Aging Club Interview with Susan Golden Author Stage Not Age
Susan Golden Sc.D. discussed her book “Stage, Not Age,” emphasizing the $28 trillion global market for older adults by 2050. She highlighted the importance of design with, not for, older adults, citing Best Buy’s VR training for sales staff and Nike’s continuous athlete strategy. Susan also talked about the need for a caregiver connector and…
Read MoreDementia Caregiver Friendly Products with James Lee; Kathryn Speer Shoaf RN; Julius Bruch MD, PhD; Melissa Bernstein
This Rethinking Aging Club Podcast episode featured discussions on Alzheimer’s awareness, care, and support. James Lee from Bella Groves emphasized the importance of family-centric dementia care, sharing success stories like a resident volunteering at a fire station. Kathryn Speer Shoaf RN from Elite Cruises and Vacations highlighted her company’s cruises for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients,…
Read MoreCapturing Family Stories, Age Wave Dychtwald, Australia Aged Care 10-1-24
Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed, followed by Debbie’s summary of this show. Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International Forbes 9-19-24 Age Wave Crashing Around Us by Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarazeffgeber/2024/09/19/the-age-wave-is-crashing-around-us/ Contains the John Hartford report Presented by…
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