Rethinking Aging Club Podcast
We support the creation of products, education, advocacy and services that better the lives of people aged 50 plus, including older adults and their caregivers.
We feature a different theme and live panel twice monthly with founders and leaders of global AgeTech and wellness products and services. Topics include Longevity, Smart Home, Marketing, Fitness, Caregiver Support, Robotics, Social Isolation and Ending Well.
Our lively discussions, including comments and questions from our audience, are always full of valuable content.
Our discussion today included three companies that exhibited at the Ageing Asia 2024 Innovation Forum in Singapore: Living Best agetech accelerator (from Japan), Techno Gym – an at-home or in-fitness-center workout solution for optimal fitness, and Ekso Bionics – which is redefining the fit and function of exoskeletons used for mobility and rehabilitation. Carol Chiang,…
In this episode, we heard from Janice Chia, head of the Ageing Asia Innovation Forum annual event where the theme for 2024 was “Redefining Care – Activating Communities of the Future.” Some of the real solutions exhibiting at the show are McLean (providing ways through which aging adults can receive the care they need even…
This episode is a continuation of our April 11th episode focused on products and advocacy for Parkinson’s disease in honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Parkinson’s Day. Desiree Mearns discussed the American Parkinson’s Disease Association’s (APDA) efforts, including a live well symposium in Boca Raton. Raleigh Dewan introduced SteadySpoon, a mechanical utensil stabilizer with 95%…
This episode honoring Parkinson’s Awareness Month focused on Parkinson’s products and advocacy, featuring discussions on various technologies and support systems. Emile Maamary introduced the Steadiwear glove, designed to reduce hand tremors in both Parkinson’s and essential tremor, with the Steadi-3 version* set for April 2025 delivery. Bruce McIntyre highlighted the Oklahoma Parkinson’s Alliance’s support groups,…
Valuable marketing tips for anyone seeking to sell products and services supporting 50 plus and older adults. Learn about analytic marketing tools, intent data and fractional CMO possibilities. Effective languaging for speaking about older adults. User Experience tips. AI use in marketing discussion. Recorded on April 4, 2024, this episode is part of our Marketing…
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…
In this episode, we heard about upscale, adaptive pajamas that enhance comfort and emotional satisfaction for the care receiver with limited mobility, as well as functionality and usability for the caregiver (whether professional or family level). We also discussed a private digital platform on which you can preserve your life story and legacy (via audio,…
In this episode, we discussed an intergenerational communications platform that creates lasting connections by being a simple, safe, and effective way to connect aging adults with family, friends and care teams. In addition to video chat and photo sharing, through the touchscreen users can access a wide range of health and wellness tools, helping you…
This episode’s discussion features innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including holographic beaming anywhere in the world, a medical records organization platform that improves health outcomes, and an easier way for older loved ones to tell their stories. This show (recorded on March 7, 2024) is part of the CES Highlights Series and…
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…
