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The Senior Zone
The Senior Zone is the DMV’s #1 weekly radio program dedicated to empowering adults 50+ to live fuller, healthier, and more informed lives — now available on demand as a podcast.
Hosted by Shawn Perry since 2012, The Senior Zone features thoughtful conversations with trusted experts, community leaders, advocates, and everyday people doing extraordinary work in aging, health, finance, caregiving, and purposeful living. From timely resources and consumer protections to inspiration, wisdom, and real talk — this is where experience meets opportunity.
Whether you’re planning your next chapter, supporting a loved one, or simply committed to thriving beyond expectations, The Senior Zone delivers insight, clarity, and encouragement — one meaningful conversation at a time.
🎙️ New episodes weekly
📍 Originally broadcast on WYCB 1340AM (Washington, DC)
Episodes
29 episodes
Ep. 715 | Healthy Mouths, Caring Hearts: Dental Wellness and Meaningful Caregiving
Healthy aging involves more than treating problems after they arise. It also means paying attention to the quieter signals our bodies and emotions may be sending us.On this edition of The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry begins with ...
Ep. 714 | Advocacy in Action: Maryland, DC & What Older Adults Need to Know
On this episode of The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry leads an all-AARP conversation focused on advocacy, aging, and the real-life issues affecting older adults across the DMV.In Segment One, Sara Westrick, State Advocacy Dire...
Ep. 713 | Living With Grace: Betty Entzminger & RamDev Dale Borglum
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry welcomes Ms. District of Columbia Senior America 2026, Betty Entzminger, for a conversation about grace, purpose, confidence, and representation after 50. Then, Dale Borglum, author of How to Liv...
Ep. 712 | Protecting Choice, Memory & Peace of Mind After 50
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry leads two important conversations for older adults, caregivers, and families. First, attorney Lisa Brown of Legal Counsel for the Elderly explains adult guardianships in Wash...
Ep. 711 | Longevity Ready Maryland: Aging with Dignity, Direction & Support
This week on The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry welcomes Carmel Roques, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Aging, for a conversation about Longevity Ready Maryland and what it means for older adults, famili...
Ep. 710 | Aging With Protection, Planning, and Purpose
On this episode of The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry leads a senior-centered conversation about protection, planning, and dignity in later life.In Segment One, Shawn is joined Edwin Walker for a timely discussion on the Older Amer...
Ep. 709 | Care, Courage & the Work of Aging Well
This week on The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry brings listeners two meaningful conversations centered on advocacy, caregiving, dignity, and what it means to age with purpose.In Segment One, Shawn welcomes Bob Blancato, on...
Ep. 708 | Brain Health, Aging Strong & Living Well at Home
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry welcomes two nationally respected voices for conversations centered on healthier aging, independence, and quality of life after 50.First, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, Dr. Juan ...
Ep. 707 | Protecting Your Home, Your Money & Your Future
This week on The Senior Zone with Shawn Perry, we focus on protecting what matters most as we age. In Segment One, Shawn welcomes Bryony Coiner and Willow Hasson from Legal Counsel for the Elderly for an import...
Ep. 706 | Veterans, Money & Moving Forward
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry brings together two meaningful conversations centered around veteran care, financial freedom, and thriving after 50.First, Shawn welcomes Vamsee Potluri, Medical Center Director of the W...
Ep. 705 | Power, Purpose & Aging Forward
What does it mean to age with purpose—not just gracefully, but powerfully?This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry leads a compelling conversation on leadership, legacy, and the importance of staying visible and valued after 50...
Ep. 704 | Grow Through It. Honor the Journey. Celebrate the Impact.
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry brings you a powerful blend of insight, inspiration, and celebration.We kick things off with The Beacon Newspapers’ May 2026 edition—helping you stay informed and ahead of the curve....
Ep. 703 | Plan It Now. Live It Fully: Taking Control of Your Future
What does it truly mean to stay in control of your life—especially when it comes to your healthcare and housing decisions? This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry brings you a powerful and practical conversation focused on planning w...
Ep. 702 | Protect Week 2026: Safeguard Your Future
Fraud is evolving—but so are the tools to stop it. This week on The Senior Zone, we bring together top experts on the front lines of protection to help you stay one step ahead. 🎙️ Overview (What This Episode Is About)
Ep. 701 | Plan With Purpose. Live With Power. | Housing & Healthcare Decisions
What happens when you stop delaying—and start deciding? Overview: This week on The Senior Zone, we’re tackling two critical areas that directly impact your quality of life after 50: housing stability and he...
Ep. 700 | 700 Strong — Protecting Your Future in a Digital World
🎯 Hook 700 episodes strong—and still moving with purpose. This milestone edition of The Senior Zone is all about protecting what you’ve built and preparing for what’s ahead.🧭 Overview Host Shawn Perry celeb...
Ep. 699 | Stay Ready, Live Empowered
Scams are evolving—and so must we. This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry breaks down housing scams targeting older adults with Legal Counsel for the Elderly’s Derrick Dy...
Ep. 698 | Real Talk, Real Support, Real Living
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry opens up two powerful conversations that impact how we live, age, and thrive. First, we break the silence around urinary incontinence—what causes it, why it’s mo...
Ep. 697 | Protect Week 2026: Staying One Step Ahead of Scammers
Fraud and scams targeting older adults are evolving—and staying informed is one of the best defenses we have.On this episode of The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry begins a special series leading up to Protect Week 2026 (Ap...
Ep. 696 | Momentum: Staying in Motion After 50
This week on The Senior Zone, host Shawn Perry explores the power of momentum in life after 50.In recognition of National Kidney Month, Shawn speaks with Mike Spigler of the American Kidney Fund about why kidney disease oft...
Ep. 695 | Awareness, Agency & The Power to Move Forward
March brings longer days—and deeper conversations. This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry explores awareness and action in later life.We begin with The...
Ep. 694 | Your Voice. Your Time. Your Move.
This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry explores the power of participation and the cost of waiting.First, Rhonda Cunningham Holmes and Peter Rankin of Legal Counsel for the Elderly break down how DC residents can influence real decisi...
Ep. 693 | Clarity, Courage & Aging Forward
What does strength really look like as we age?This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry guides listeners through two powerful conversations about truth, resilience, and redefining independence after 50. Dementia care expert Lisa...
Ep. 692 | Connection, Purpose & Aging Forward
This episode of The Senior Zone centers on connection, purpose, and what it truly means to age forward with intention.This week on The Senior Zone, Shawn Perry opens the hour with a moment of reflection and encouragemen...
