Aging with Grace and Purpose

How can dance change the lives of people living with Parkinson's disease? In this episode of Aging with Grace and Purpose , I talk with David Leventhal, Program Director of Dance for PD®, about the remarkable intersection of dance, neuroscience, healthcare, and human connection. David explains how movement, music, and imagination help people rediscover confidence and joy while living with Parkinso...

AKO, Actress and Producer: In this episode, we are joined by the versatile AKO, a celebrated New York-based actress, director, playwright, and founder of the theater company Amaterasu Za. AKO continues to make a significant impact as a key figure in both the local and national theater scenes. While preparing for the upcoming Off-Broadway premiere of Izumo no Okuni this November, she shares her art...

Keiichiro Hirano is one of Japan's most celebrated contemporary novelists. In this conversation, we discuss his journey from Japan to New York, his philosophy of "dividualism" (分人主義), the role of literature in modern society, and how living abroad has influenced his writing and perspective. His deeply psychological fiction explores profound and universal themes such as self-love,...

Welcome back to the full episode of Ms. Bircan Ünver, a Turkish-American author, activist, producer, and founder of Light Millennium, a charitable organization dedicated to global human advancement. Please visit her multimedia platform below. (If you read their "Contact" section, you will find something really refreshing.)www.lmglobal.org (Current and activewww.lightmillennium.org (Archi...

Today's episode features Ms. Bircan Ünver, a Turkish-American author, activist, producer, and founder of Light Millennium, a charitable organization dedicated to global human advancement. Please visit her multimedia platform below. (If you read their "Contact" section, you will find something really refreshing.)www.lmglobal.org (Current and activewww.lightmillennium.org (Archive webs...

In this episode, we are honored to welcome AKO , a distinguished New York-based actress, director, playwright, and founder of the theater company Amaterasu-Za. AKO ’s influence spans local and national theater, where she continues to leave an impact on audiences and fellow artists through her dynamic contributions. As she prepares for the upcoming Off-Broadway premiere of OKUNI (Izumo no Okuni) th...

Featuring AKO , Renowned Actress, Playwright, Producer, and Founder of Amaterasu-Za Theater. The 2024 Disney series " Shogun " has won Emmy Awards and Grammy Awards. She played a key role in depicting the "Iyo no kata" the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. In this episode, we are honored to welcome AKO, a distinguished New York-based actress, director, playwright, and founder of the theater company Amat...

Ms. Sheila Massey, inspired by a stray kitten named Sadie, began her journey in animal welfare in 2008 by doing Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) work across New York City. Her TNR efforts took her to diverse locations, including a prison, an evangelical church, a landmark mansion, a community garden, and a parking garage, where she honed her community relations skills. Sheila co-taught "Neighborhood Relat...

Nancy is an elegant and intelligent lady. She loves the Sunday New York Times puzzle and lives by the Christian standard. She is also very cheerful and personable. She came to the studio taking a taxi from the port authority, thinking she would be late for the recording. Extremely considerate and professional. She had her very successful art dealer business in her late 50s. Her love for nature, sh...

This episode is Part 2 of Ms. Wandalynn's interview at Studio 40. After experiencing her powerful performance at the Showcase, we asked her to join us again at studio 40 and tell us her life stories. Her candid words had a lasting impression on us. We hope you enjoy it and get something out of it as we did.

Ms. Wandalynn is a gentle-mannered petite lady who presented a powerful one-person act at Studio 40's Showcase*. Throughout the interview, she was open and exuded a warmth that only experienced and concurred human beings have. Despite her busy schedule, she engages in activities such as Mothership Six, the Harlem Dance Club event, and sleepover night at the Covenant House New York. She is a gi...

Peter is a scholastic protege from Hong Kong who came to study Philosophy and Mathematics in the 1970s. After completing his studies at some of the most prestigious schools in the United States, his talent was kept in America for the next 50 years. After his retirement in 2018, he traveled internationally and energetically engaged in cultural activities. AMC-A-list membership allows him to see thr...

Ms. Alice Slater, a powerful peace activist, spent time with us again at Studio 40 to discuss AI, Nuclear power and weapons, and her Peace activism. To learn more about Ms. Slater and her current activism, please visit www.worldbeyondwar.org (She currently serves on the Board.) A list of her other activism includes: * on the Advisory Board of Nuclear Ban - US, supporting the mission of the ICAN, I...

This is a compilation highlight of our Podcast's episodes from April to July 2024. ABOUT THIS PODCAST Welcome to our podcast! We are two hosts in our 60s, each with unique backgrounds. Our host, who has lived in the NY Metropolitan area for the past 36 years but has limited experience in New York City, teams up with our co-host, a native New Yorker. We met this winter at Senior Planet, a wonde...

Ms. Slater, a powerful peace activist, spent time with us at Studio 40 to discuss aging amongst other topics, including but not limited to her parents' episode with President Roosevelt, her childhood memories, her experience being a teacher after graduating from the Queens College at 19, the U.S. Politics, Medicare, long covid, and more.

TODAY'S GUEST: MS. JEAN DUBLIN Jean is our meditation teacher. She teaches at Senior Planet and is a respected leader in her organization. Her voice is also heard in our podcast teaser, saying "There are misconceptions of aging. Aging is not a burden, it is a joy." She came to Studio 40 to tell us more about herself, her devotion to god, and the spirituality that she was given. ABOUT...

Mr. Howard Meltzer of "Howie Time" is a retired executive from a blue-chip company. The transition from the corporate environment to his adventures looks seamless for him. He is a multi-faceted person with a great intention to help people. His marriage of 34 years was filled with love despite his wife's health challenges. Her tenacious and positive attitude seems to mirror him. Thank...

Today's guest is Aida. La Buena Mujer, Aida. A New Yorker who has been taking care of her Mom with Alzheimer's for 20 years. Her sincere and honest story would touch your heart. Her advice to the younger self is a gem she gained through life. She shared with us the challenges she faced while taking care of her mother with Alzheimer's disease for twenty years. But that's only half o...

DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The opinions expressed or views expressed do not necessarily reflect or represent those of the host/cohost; such views are merely opinions expressed. Today's guest is a young holistic geriatric nurse, Katie. Her stories are fascinating; we can see how much she truly cares. She talks about how listening and observing patients helps resol...

Ms. Nancy Clarke came to Studio 40 to sit down with us sharing some invaluable insight into aging years and the wisdom she learned through her life experience and a German proverb from her uncle. This is part 2 of Nancy's interview. Her previous interview will be available soon.

Rita is a gorgeous 88-year-old, who is not invisible. She candidly told us about her parents, her wonderful late husband, and her beloved daughters and granddaughters. When asked about the challenges seniors face, she tells us "Acceptance" is the key. She says, "Let Go!" Although physical challenges and the loss of close friends and family are difficult, she is still active and...

Jeanne comes to Studio 40 to speak with us, Aging with Grace and Purpose, on a beautiful day in June. She and Yuko met at the Phoenix Club, a gathering conference of aging women who share each other's passions and interests. "Everyone has something to give," Jeanne says. "I know! I know! I know!" Older people are sometimes too comfortable thinking they are right. She shared...