News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club podcast
Stay informed with “News for the Ages,” where we explore the latest developments in aging, longevity, and caregiving. Hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard, our show features insights from a diverse group of industry experts.
Each week, we delve into journalistic articles from respected publications, bringing you the most current and informative stories. Join our lively discussions as we cover wellness, neuroscience, aging in place, senior fitness and caregiver support.
Our April 14, 2026 News for Ages episode reviewed an article on innovative devices for dementia patients, including a new NFC tag system in England. We discussed the challenges of setting up smart home devices and the potential still evolving role of AI in simplifying this process. We also discussed a study on aging anxiety…
Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club April 7, 2026 episode falls in the week of World Parkinson’s Day on April 11 and a Rethinking Aging Club Podcast episode on April 9th focused on Parkinson’s solutions. We began with Ray Gordon’s article and study about a potential blood test for early Parkinson’s detection.…
Our News for the Ages March 31, 2026 episode focused on the importance of muscle strength in predicting longevity, citing a study published by JAMA Network that found stronger grip and chair stand performance significantly reduced the risk of death in older women. Ellen Khalifa and Ray Gordon provided insights into how maintaining muscle strength…
Our March 24, 2026 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode began with the importance of hydration, discussing a Today Show article quoting Emily Johnston PhD, who recommends drinking a full glass of water first thing in the morning. Dehydration can lead to serious health issues, including kidney problems and seizures. Ellen: “It’s…
On our March 17, 2026 News for the Ages episode, we discussed a new Yale study by Becca Levy that found nearly half of adults aged 65 and older actually improved in cognitive or physical function over 12 years. As in Levy’s previous work, the study did highlight the importance of positive age beliefs. We…
This episode of News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club was recorded on March 10, 2026. Today we had three articles from the NY Times, two on sexual health. One reported on by Linda, was specifically on things men should know about their own sexual health. Ellen reported on Sex Span, in this article…
Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club March 3, 2026 podcast episode. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared an article by author Ken Stern highlighting the outdated notion of old age at 65, given the increasing life expectancy and physical capabilities of older adults. Benjamin Surmi presented a report on community service projects by Koelsch…
Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club, February 24, 2026 episode. Ellen Khalifa discussed the potential of GLP-1 drugs as longevity drugs. Benjamin Surmi addressed the shift of 401(k) investments into private equity, emphasizing the complexities and regulatory changes involved. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared practical aging-in-place modifications, such as better lighting, staircase rails,…
In our 2-17-26 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode we discussed the benefits of sports for older adults, emphasizing the importance of gradual participation and touched on updating equipment. The conversation also covered the use of AI in healthcare, with examples of AI outperforming human doctors in diagnoses and the potential of…
Our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club, Feb 10, 2026 episode discussed the FDA’s approval of a study on reprogramming genes to reverse eye damage in glaucoma patients using viruses carrying three reprogramming genes. The study aims to regenerate blood flow to the optic nerve. Concerns were raised about muscle loss and functional…
