Aging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes Scroggs
Embracing the journey. Grateful for every step. A podcast featuring award winning broadcaster and journalist, Cathy Dawes Scroggs.
Episodes
76 episodes
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 25 with Lyle Butler
Who knew this prominent Chamber of Commerce leader had a life-changing experience at the age of 19? Lyle Butler shares that and much more about the love of his family and grandchildren, telling us to "Never take life for granted." He also talks...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 24 with Brian McNulty
While emphasizing he's barely in his 60s, Brian McNulty shares his story of retiring from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers after many years and now owning two businesses. McNulty stresses staying active both physically and mentally. He al...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 23 with Trooper Ben Gardner
Although still well under the typical retirement age, Trooper Ben Gardner recently retired from the Kansas Highway Patrol and continues to build his vast social media following and give motivational talks throughout and outside of Kansas. His #...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 22 with Kathy and Tom Neill
Kathy and Tom Neill met on a blind date--with Kathy knowing from the first date that Tom was the man she was going to marry. They have been married for 56 years and have much to share about their careers in education and the pharmaceutical busi...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 21 with Tom and Diane DeNoon Hawk
"Love to live" is one piece of advice from Diane DeNoon Hawk, who has found joy again in her later-in-life marriage to State Senator and Dr. Tom Hawk. Both tragically lost spouses they loved dearly, but began attending events together as friend...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 20 with Lindy and Jack Lindquist
Lindy and Jack Lindquist spent most of their careers in extension and 4-H and met while working together--they became friends, then married, and have celebrated 42 years of marriage since. Both suggest taking advantage of new opportunitie...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 19 with Larie Shoap
Being a good volunteer, a good leader, and especially a good friend are ways Larie Shoap hopes to be remembered. Working in the banking industry for 43 years, Larie has a lot to share from her experiences, including specific suggestions regardi...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 18 with Jim Reed
Making a difference in people's lives has always been important to Jim Reed, who knew as a junior in high school that he wanted to be in the ministry. Since being ordained as a Methodist minister in 1965, Jim has served as a "faithful servant,"...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 17 with Kevin Larson
This amazing man of faith, lover of history, and educator, Kevin Larson, shares his life journey. Getting out, staying active, and truly caring about people are just a few thoughts from this learned historian and minister, who also shares the t...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 16 with Gerald Schmidt
While Gerald Schmidt—a former Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Deputy, Army brat, and Vietnam veteran—travelled the world, he is quite content with his retirement years. While admitting to a few regrets over the years, he suggests making the best ...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 15 with Kay and Larry Weigel
Larry and Kay Weigel went from being 16-year-old high school sweethearts to over 60 years of marriage, and have so much to say. With Larry's time on Tex Winter's basketball team and Kay as a K-stepper twirler. They lead us through their delight...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 14 with Don Stubbings
Although he is relatively young, in his 50's, Don Stubbings shares his work as Director of Associates for the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. This group, which has a rich history, includes many older adults in its mission. Stubbings gave up ...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 13 with Judy Regehr
This dynamic woman in her 80s has travelled the world, working in Morocco and the Congo. She managed to raise two sons, earn her Master's Degree in Computer Science for a second career, and then worked many years in that field at Farm Bureau. J...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 12 with Judy Lundberg
"Become involved" and "Be social" are just a few thoughts on how to age gratefully from Judy Lundberg, who has lived in Manhattan, KS, most of her life, with fond memories of her late husband and their Tuttle Creek Lake home. While working many...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 11 with Ron Trewyn
Ron Trewyn, a Vietnam veteran and Vice President for Research Emeritus at Kansas State University, truly has a story to tell. He not only wrote the book "Vietnam's War of Hate—Proud Military Veterans Vilified at Home," but he also shares his di...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 10 with Mary Stamey
As one of the very first women's basketball players for Kansas State University in the '60's, retired educator Mary Stamey has an inspiring story to tell. Losing her childhood home to the Tuttle Creek Dam construction, Mary shares her love of c...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 9 with Emily Nichols
Many of us in our later years deal with dizziness or balance issues, and Emily Nichols, who has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Level 2 Certification in Vestibular Rehabilitation, tells us about the work she does. She also serves clients wi...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 8 with Gayle Doll
This unique interview with Gayle Doll, former Director of Gerontology at Kansas State University, gets into the history of nursing homes and also her study of sexuality in older adults. Gayle also shares her personal story of aging after workin...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 7 Leslie and Bruce Snead
Leslie and Bruce Snead have been married for 52 years--both retired now from the educational field, with Bruce also spending many years in city commission and mayoral service, share how they are coping during their later years in life. Listenin...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 6 with Diana and Preston Chapel
'Don't go to bed angry' are words of advice from this special Valentine's Day couple, Diana and Preston Chapel. Staying connected and needing to listen are other thoughts from this retired military couple. Diana also shares her transition to a ...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 5 with Karen and Tom Roberts
"Living forward" and "not counting my days" are just some words of wisdom from Karen and Tom Roberts, retired from the education and engineering fields. These high school sweethearts continue to keep busy, with the sometimes challenging role of...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 4 with Travis Nichols
Sitting all day is not the answer, according to Physical Therapist Travis Nichols. Travis shares his passion for working with older clients with a variety of techniques such as Functional Dry Needling, individualized personal training, and othe...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 3 with Paul Schliffke
Retired Wamego Police Chief Paul Schliffke may be a "newbie" at being retired (retiring at the end of 2025), but his hope for a legacy is that his children continue positively and do good things. Paul tells us he learned from his own parents to...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 2 with Susan Keller
"Keep active, if not physically, mentally," are words of advice from retired K-State accountant Susan Keller. Susan shares how she survived a horrific accident, leaving her badly injured the year of her retirement, and how she continues to keep...
Aging Gratefully S2 EP 1 with Mike Shepherd
Putting "one foot in front of the other" are just a few words of advice from this widower of more than 3 years. Mike Shepherd's barbershop music and many leadership roles with the group, as well as travel, time with children and grandchildren, ...