ProAging Podcast

What do you actually do with a lifetime of belongings — the collections nobody else wants, the boxes of photos, the furniture too big for a new place? In this live recording from the North Laurel Community Center, Steve Gurney of the Positive Aging Com...

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When we think about discrimination in America, we often focus on racism, sexism, and other "-isms" that dominate public discourse. Yet one form of bias remains remarkably invisible—so normalized that most of us don't recognize it even when we perpetrat...

For many people, the thought of leaving a longtime family home can feel overwhelming. The memories embedded in its walls, the routines built around its spaces, the very identity tied to homeownership—these things run deep. But for Kathy Finigan, a reti...

After 41 years in their Centreville home, Phil and Maggie Massey made a decision that many of us put off until we have to: they chose to move to independent living—on their own terms, with professional support, and with a plan. In this episode, Steve G...

After retiring from the daily show in 2021, Kojo Nnamdi thought he would finally write his memoir in peace. Instead, station management offered him a part-time role hosting the weekly Politics Hour. That semi-retired structure turned out to be a gift. ...

After retiring from the daily show in 2021, Kojo Nnamdi thought he would finally write his memoir in peace. Instead, station management offered him a part-time role hosting the weekly  Politics Hour . That semi-retired structure turned out to be a gift. “I now describe myself as semi-retired,” he said. “It gave me a place to go every day… and that helps a lot.” He contrasted his experience with hi...

Ever feel overwhelmed by bills, paperwork, and financial records? In this eye-opening discussion, host Steve Gurney of Positive Aging sits down with three experienced Daily Money Managers (DMMs) — Sharon Zissman, Paul Orsinger, and Ed Jackson — to expl...

Ever feel overwhelmed by bills, paperwork, and financial records? In this eye-opening discussion, host Steve Gurney of Positive Aging sits down with three experienced Daily Money Managers (DMMs) — Sharon Zissman, Paul Orsinger, and Ed Jackson — to explain exactly what this profession is, who it serves, and why it's becoming an essential part of smart aging planning. In this conversation, you&#...

In a candid and deeply moving webinar hosted by the Positive Aging Community, Daniel Zimberoff shared the intimate story behind his memoir Wingman. A former U.S. Navy Top Gun pilot, Zimberoff never expected to write a book—until his father, facing the ...

In a candid and deeply moving webinar hosted by the Positive Aging Community, Daniel Zimberoff shared the intimate story behind his memoir  Wingman . A former U.S. Navy Top Gun pilot, Zimberoff never expected to write a book—until his father, facing the relentless progression of Parkinson’s disease, turned to him on the eve of his medically assisted death in Switzerland and said, “Danny, tell the...

In this inspiring episode of the Positive Aging Community podcast, co-hosts Steve Gurney and Margaret Foster, editor of The Beacon Newspapers, sit down with author Marilyn Raichle to discuss her book "Don't Walk Away: A Care Partner's Journey". They di...

In this inspiring episode of the Positive Aging Community podcast, co-hosts Steve Gurney and Margaret Foster, editor of The Beacon Newspapers, sit down with author Marilyn Raichle to discuss her book "Don't Walk Away: A Care Partner's Journey". They dive into Marilyn's heartfelt story of transforming from a reluctant caregiver to a joyful care partner for her mother, Jean, wh...

In a world where nearly 28% of older adults in the U.S. identify as solo agers—those aging independently by choice or circumstance—a groundbreaking program is helping participants redefine their futures. Hosted by Steve Gurney of the Positive Aging Com...

In a world where nearly 28% of older adults in the U.S. identify as solo agers—those aging independently by choice or circumstance—a groundbreaking program is helping participants redefine their futures. Hosted by Steve Gurney of the Positive Aging Community, a recent online panel featured Claire Solomon Nisen, a social worker and program manager at DOROT, and Pat Estess, a facilitator and solo ag...

In 2025, the Positive Aging Community platform hosted over 50 live and interactive discussions, attracting over 10,000 attendees and thousands of additional viewers and listeners through on-demand recordings and podcasts. As we reflect back from early ...

In 2025, the Positive Aging Community platform hosted  over 50 live and interactive discussions , attracting  over 10,000 attendees  and  thousands of additional viewers and listeners  through on-demand recordings and podcasts. As we reflect back from early 2026, these sessions—spanning caregiving, policy, solo aging, health, end-of-life planning, and more—provided practical tools, expert insights...

Join Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community as he chats with experts Lisa Limper, Joy Cochran, and Elexa Waugh about urban poling – the game-changing walking tool that's like cross-country skiing without skis! Discover how these specialized poles t...

Join Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community as he chats with experts Lisa Limper, Joy Cochran, and Elexa Waugh about urban poling – the game-changing walking tool that's like cross-country skiing without skis! Discover how these specialized poles turn regular walks into full-body workouts, engaging 90% of your muscles. Perfect for rehab, balance, and fitness – from Parkinson's patients...

In this inspiring episode, join Susan Zimmer (co-founder and administrator) and Karyn Walsh (LCSW with 20+ years specializing in older adults) from NOVA Older Adult Counseling (OAC) in Fairfax, VA, as they share the story of their pioneering practice. ...

In this inspiring episode, join Susan Zimmer (co-founder and administrator) and Karyn Walsh (LCSW with 20+ years specializing in older adults) from NOVA Older Adult Counseling (OAC) in Fairfax, VA, as they share the story of their pioneering practice. Founded in 2016 as a mother-daughter collaboration, OAC was created to address the unique mental health needs of seniors—tackling grief, isolation,...

In the quiet suburbs of Pasadena, California, Jermaine Ee found himself at a crossroads—not his own, but his parents'. As the oldest of four siblings, Jermaine had always admired the grit of his immigrant parents, who in their twenties packed their bag...

In the quiet suburbs of Pasadena, California, Jermaine Ee found himself at a crossroads—not his own, but his parents'. As the oldest of four siblings, Jermaine had always admired the grit of his immigrant parents, who in their twenties packed their bags and left their homelands for a new life in Oklahoma of all places. "I don't think I fully appreciated how big of a decision that was...

In an era where the global population is aging faster than ever—projected to have more people over 65 than under 18 within the next decade—staying in your own home shouldn't feel like an impossible dream. Yet for many, the transition from independent l...

In an era where the global population is aging faster than ever—projected to have more people over 65 than under 18 within the next decade—staying in your own home shouldn't feel like an impossible dream. Yet for many, the transition from independent living to "aging in place" is fraught with hidden costs, safety pitfalls, and unspoken taboos. Enter Carol Chiang, an occupational ther...