60+ Podcast

It's Janet's birthday, so in keeping with tradition, it's Real Talk with Janet! Joe asks her 10 questions. Like, share, subscribe!

Janet & Joe talk about scams that target the 60+ crowd. How they work and how to avoid them. Like, share, subscribe, but don't provide any personal information in the comments! Show Notes “The Top 5 Financial Scams Targeting Older Adults” - National Council on Aging https://www.ncoa.org/article/top-5-financial-scams-targeting-older-adults “Beware of Scams Targeting Older Adults” National I...

Janet & Joe reminisce about how we played when we were kids, and the benefits of it. Show Notes “Things Baby Boomers Did As Kids That Gen Z’ers Can’t Relate To” https://stemeducationguide.com/things-baby-boomers-did-as-kids/#:~:text=Playing%20Outside%20Until%20Dark,-Image%20Credit%3A%20Deposit&text=Before%20the%20era%20of%20smartphones,the%20order%20of%20the%20day “16 Changes in Childhood...

Janet & Joe talk about knee and hip health, how to extend the life of your knees and hips, and touch on topics around knee and hip surgery. Remember, we're only podcast hosts, not medical professionals. Show Notes: “Top 5 Tips to Age-Proof your Hips” https://www.svph.org.au/services/orthopaedics/knowledge-hub/tips-to-age-proof-your-hips “6 Ways to Save Your Knees” https://www.aarp.org/health/c...

Janet and Joe discuss New Year's Resolutions. Their history, who makes and keeps them, and their own resolutions for 2025. Happy New Year to all of our listeners! Show Notes: “The History of New Year’s Resolutions” https://www.history.com/news/the-history-of-new-years-resolutions “How Did the Tradition of New Year's Resolutions Start?” https://www.almanac.com/history-of-new-years-resolutions “How...

Janet & Joe chat about the past year of the 60+ Podcast. Like, subscribe, share, and Happy Holidays!

Janet & Joe talk about the art of gift giving (and receiving). Some tips of what to do, and what not to do. Like, share, subscribe, and enjoy your holidays! Show Notes: The Art of Gift Giving: How Different Cultures Show Appreciation and Hospitality https://www.momentslog.com/culture/the-art-of-gift-giving-how-different-cultures-show-appreciation-and-hospitality   The Psychology of Gift Giving...

Janet & Joe talk about downsizing. Why 60+ downsize, benefits, and tips. And ... cheesegraters! Show Notes: https://www.pressconnects.com/story/news/2018/08/22/downsizing-common-strategy-older-homeowners/673084002/ https://www.seniorliving.org/housing/downsizing/ https://www.actsretirement.org/resources-advice/finance-saving-money/should-i-downsize-my-house-in-retirement/ https://concordiaseni...

Is memory loss due to age a given? Janet & Joe bust that myth wide open. It's not, and they discuss what you can do to better ensure avoiding it. Show Notes: How Exercise Boosts the Brain and Improves Mental Health https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/how-exercise-boosts-the-brain-and-improves-mental-health-180979511/   How Exercise Protects Your Brain’s Health https://health.clevelan...

Janet & Joe talk about the physical, mental, and social benefits of practicing gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving! Show Notes: 7 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Gratitude https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201504/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-of-gratitude   Practicing Gratitude: Ways to Improve Positivity https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2019/03/practicing-...

Janet & Joe talk about allergies for the 60+ crowd. Acquiring them, how they may change, or even go away completely. Lots of information, including alternative uses for honey. Show Notes: Can You Develop Allergies as an Adult? ⁠https://health.clevelandclinic.org/can-develop-allergies-later-in-life⁠   Is It Possible to Suddenly Develop Allergies? ⁠https://share.upmc.com/2019/01/seasonal-allergi...

Janet & Joe chat with Deb about being 60+. Some great answers to our "Real Talk" questions ... what do you think? Like, share, subscribe.

Janet & Joe talk with Kathy Grant, SHINE Program Assistant Director, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs. We're in the Medicare open enrollment period, so there's a refresher, and a discussion of some of the major, important changes coming in 2025. There's also info about the unbiased advice you can get in every US state and territory. Like, subscribe, share. Show Notes: L...

Janet & Joe talk about what it was like to date back in the day. They also share some humorous stories about their early dating lives. Like, share, subscribe!

Following up on last week's episode, Janet & Joe talk about the good and bad of caffeine and alcohol consumption. Show Notes: Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, "Caffeine Consumption and the Risk of Dementia" https://www.j-alz.com/content/caffeine-consumption-and-cognitive-performance   American Academy of Neurology (AAN), "Caffeine May Reduce Risk of Parkinson’s Disease" https://www.aan.com/Pres...

Janet & Joe talk about a recent study that busts that myth that we age gradually. And Joe talks too much about blueberries. Like, share, subscribe. Show Notes: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2024/08/massive-biomolecular-shifts-occur-in-our-40s-and-60s--stanford-m.html   https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2020/01/_ageotypes_-provide-window-into-how-individuals-age--stanford-st.html...

Janet & Joe talk about the benefits of pickleball. It's not only fun, but there are health and cognitive benefits too! Show Notes: www.aarp.org/home-family/personal-technology/info-2020/pickleball.html www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4278182/   www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/lifestyle/blog/7656/pickleball-for-everyone/   https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/979814?form=fpf   h...

Janet & Joe talk about what's different about being a grandparent today, as opposed to 25 years ago. Oh, and how much Janet wants to be a grandmother. Show Notes: https://babyboomer.org/contributors/marianne-bailey/the-role-of-grandparents-today-exploring-the-changing-dynamics-and-joys-of-grandparenting/   https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/explorations-of-the-mind/202210/the-lasting-impa...

Janet & Joe chat with Keith Linsey from Physical Therapy North about the benefits of physical therapy and how staying active helps the 60+ crowd stay healthy. Like, subscribe, and share with someone.

Janet & Joe reminisce about TV shows that they watched as kids and teenagers. Lancelot Link, Secret Chimp, anyone? New York Times article (gift link): https://www.nytimes.com/1970/12/27/archives/whats-wrong-with-childrens-television-.html?unlocked_article_code=1.LE4.JA8a. C5JJlV8pPs7d&smid=url-share  The Monkees opening sequence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrErp4OMwSM  Lancelot Link, Secret C...

Janet & Joe bust the myth that people that are 60+ should be "put out to pasture." There's lots of info about how 60+ people are productive and innovative. Like, share, subscribe. Show Notes: The growth of the older workforce - https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/12/14/the-growth-of-the-older-workforce/   The Advantages of Older Workers - https://www.publichealth.colum...

Janet & Joe discuss the benefits of meditation, and how to get started. Like, subscribe, and tell a friend (or two). You might be surprised about some of the benefits! Show Notes: 10 Healthy Benefits of Meditation for Seniors: ⁠ https://www.seniorlifestyle.com/resources/blog/healthy-benefits-of-meditation-for-seniors/⁠ Meditation and Mindfulness: Effectiveness and Safety: ⁠https://www.nccih.ni...

Janet & Joe answer some questions about Social Security retirement benefits. Please consult your own financial advisor, and while you're at it, share the 60+ Podcast with her or him. Show Notes: The Social Security Adminstration's Web site (login and estimate your benefit with the calculator discussed in this episode): ssa.gov More information about how your social security retirement...

Janet & Joe continue their discussion with the inspirational Tim & Judy from the band Crow Follow. If you didn't listen to last week's episode, you may want to listen to that before listening to this episode. Like, share, follow ... and be inspired by these 60+ rockers!

Janet & Joe talk with Tim and Judy, the founders of the band Crow Follow. They're still rockin' at 60+ and they're an inspiration to us. Listen to the end for a clip of their song "Indiana Line" ... we bet it will surprise you! Like, share, follow!