News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club
Stay informed with "News for the Ages," where we explore the latest developments in aging, longevity, and caregiving. Hosted by Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon with regular co-hosting support from 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, caregiver support and more.
Our sister podcast is Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.
Episodes
128 episodes
Banks Helping Vulnerable Seniors, New Osteoporosis Drug, Hospital Senior Care Training 5-12-26
We covered financial exploitation of seniors, with Elizabeth highlighting a New York Times article on banks training staff to spot scams, noting annual losses of $28 billion. Ellen shared a study on a receptor crucial for bone strength, which c...
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Aging Companion Robotics, Urban Design and Traveling with Disabilities 5-5-26
Benjamin Surmi presented a Stanford report on robots for aging and disabilities, highlighting projects like Rosie, an outdoor guide dog, and an exoskeleton for better walking. Co-host Linda Sherman went deep on companion robotics by country. El...
AI Healthcare Training, Ending Well 4-21-26
In our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode recorded on April 21, 2026, Benjamin Surmi highlighted focus in the UK on training caregivers in dementia care, emphasizing the need for effective training evaluation. Benjamin also cove...
NFC Device for Dementia Safety, Smart Home AI Reboot, Age Worry Study 4-14-26
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 r...
Early Parkinson’s Predictor, Avoiding My Parents Mistakes, Regenerative Community Co-living 4-7-26
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 ar...
Longevity Tests for Older Women, Work and Housing in the New Longevity Economy 3-31-26
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 d...
Hydration Tips, Chris Hemsworth Dementia Documentary, Why Improv Skills Help Dementia Care, When Your Parents Should Stop Driving 3-24-26
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. ...
Becca Levy New Study, Oscar Nominee Retirement Plan, Smart Home by Rick Robinson, Older Actor Oscars 2026 Representation 3-17-26
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 s...
Sex Health | Five Conversations to Have with Your Parents 3-10-26
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 the...
Outdated 65 Demarcation, Senior Living Community Outreach by Residents, Older Employees Can Provide Competitive Edge 3-3-26
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 c...
GLP-1s as Longevity Drugs, Private Equity in 401Ks, Age in Place for 1500 Dollars 2-24-26
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 ...
Older Athletes Sports Health, Lonely Seniors Turning to AI Bots for Companionship, AI Diagnoses 2-17-26
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...
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First Human Cellular Reprogramming Trial Cleared by FDA, GLP-1 Muscle Mass Loss, Older Americans Quitting Weight Loss Drugs 2-10-26
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 r...
How to Live to 100 Dick Van Dyke, US Withdrawal from WHO, NIC Report 2-3-26
In this News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club podcast episode recorded with a live audience on February 3rd, 2026, Elizabeth shared an article on Dick Van Dyke's secrets to living to 100, emphasizing physical activity, playfulness, and mai...
ASHA Living Winter 2026 Report, Rendever VR for Social Connections 1-27-26
Benjamin Surmi reported on the American Seniors Housing Association's report, "Surviving to Thriving" for our discussion. The report outlines key principles for senior living: value, inclusion, trust, agency, longevity, and systems (VI-LTS), em...
Three Best of Wellness, Mobility and Healthtech CES 2026 Articles Discussed 1-20-26
In this episode we discussed three Best of CES 2026 articles in the wellness, mobility and healthtech categories. Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and W...
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Elder Millennials, Smart Home Products for Aging in Place 12-30-25
In this 12-30-25 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode, Ellen Khalifa presented an article from New York Magazine on elder millennials, highlighting the concept of "the cliff" at ages 44 and 60, and the importance of self-acceptanc...
UK Longevity Medicine, How Exercise Slows Cancer, Smart Home Devices for Aging in Place 12-23-25
In our December 23, 2025 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode Dr. Zalan Alam explained the British approach to longevity, emphasizing lifestyle interventions and social prescribing over supplements. Ray Gordon presente...
Caregiving Crisis, Questions to Ask Your Elders, Memory Care Marketing, Resistance to Disability Self Identifying 12-16-25
Debbie Howard presented two articles: one on the caregiving crisis, highlighting increasing stress and financial strain on caregivers, with average caregiving duration at 4.5 years. Her second article focuses on questions to ask elders ov...
Health Span, Fun Retirement Communities 12-9-25
In this episode we discussed health span and intrinsic capacity, with Ellen Khalifa highlighting a New Scientist article. The article noted that by 2029, 1.4 billion people will be aged 60 or over, but health expectancy hasn't kept pace with li...
Unlicensed Small Care Homes Issue, Arthritis Treatment 12-2-25
In this News for the Ages episode we discussed the issue of older adults being lured into unlicensed adult family homes also known as small group care homes in Maryland, where they are charged significantly less but receive substandard care. De...
Transportation for Japan Aging Rural Population; 70 is the New 50 in the USA 11-25-25
Live from Japan, Ginger Griggs presented the critical challenge of maintaining adequate transportation services due to the convergence of the aging and declining population, along with depopulation in rural areas (which can leave residents stuc...
Colleges Offering Over 65 Housing, Hidden Costs of Downsizing, Language Learning Brain Health Benefits Study, Impact of Medicaid Cuts 11-18-25
In this News for the Ages episode Benjamin Surmi highlighted the trend of senior living communities on college campuses, noting the financial benefits to colleges but warned of the challenges of integrating seniors into campus life. Buyer bewar...
McKinsey Health Institute White Paper on Investing in Healthy Aging in USA; America’s Caregiving Crisis is Getting Worse 11-11-25
November is National Family Caregiver Month. November 11 is Veteran’s Day.We discussed the McKinsey Health Institute's report on investing in healthy aging in the USA, which projects that $1 invested in healthy aging interventions could ...
Election Day Aging-related News, GetSetUp Active Aging Report, Retirement Relocation 11-4-25
Benjamin Surmi highlighted three election day ballot items: a $3 billion dementia research center in Texas, a proposal to invest Washington's payroll taxes into the stock market, and a change in Maine regarding absentee voting for older adults....
