Health Futures with Host Bob Roth

Host Bob Roth sits down with longevity pioneer and serial entrepreneur Mary Furlong to explore how innovation is reshaping aging. Mary shares the story behind SeniorNet and ThirdAge, the rise of the 8.3 trillion dollar longevity economy, and why boomers are rewriting what it means to grow older. They dig into AI, age tech, caregiver shortages, housing, and how policy, venture capital and nonprofit...

As Health Futures transitions from radio to an all-podcast format, Bob Roth sits down with Dr. Janna Assar of Banner Health to discuss concierge medicine’s personalized, prevention-first model. Dr. Assar shares her path from caring for Phoenix’s homeless community to leading Banner’s concierge and executive health programs, combining advanced testing, health coaching, and year-round access. They e...

Summary: On this episode of Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth welcomes Aaron Marcum, home care pioneer and founder of Home Care Pulse, who helped bring meaningful data and benchmarking to our industry. Marcum shares how positive psychology and his ARC model (Autonomy, Relationships, Capability, Confidence) strengthen caregiver retention and client outcomes. They discuss building inten...

On Health Futures: Taking Stock in You, Bob Roth speaks with advocate and operator Fady Sahhar about what it will take to care for America’s rapidly aging population. They explore why home must be the center of care, the “dignity of risk,” and how families can thrive with the right supports. Topics include the caregiver workforce, value-based care, payer–provider collaboration, ADA/home modificati...

Host Bob Roth welcomes Dr. Ned Stolzberg, Medical Director of Hospice of the Valley, for an eye-opening conversation about what hospice truly means. Far from being just a place, hospice is a philosophy of care that focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, most often delivered at home. Dr. Stolzberg shares his personal journey into hospice medicine, dispels common myths, and explains how e...

Home Instead franchisee Debbie Gross joins Bob Roth to share her family’s dementia journey, from a sudden diagnosis to keeping her father at home with compassionate caregivers. Debbie explains what families don’t know at the start, how to build the right support team, why fall prevention and physical therapy matter, and where to find resources. #HealthFutures #Caregiving #DementiaCare #AgingInPlac...

In this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth sits down with Todd Larson of HonorHealth to explore his remarkable career path from serving as a Scottsdale police officer to leading healthcare innovation. Larson shares how law enforcement shaped his understanding of caregiving, particularly in behavioral health, aging, and dementia care. He discusses the pioneering Family Advoc...

Bob Roth welcomes healthcare defense attorney Paul Sheston to discuss protecting older adults from scams, elder abuse, and preventable harm. From high-stakes trial stories to practical prevention tips, Paul shares how his firm defends care providers, advocates for vulnerable seniors, and leverages technology to reduce risks like falls. Listeners will gain valuable strategies to safeguard loved one...

In this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth speaks with Laura Ellis and Leah Echeverri, co-owners of Eminence Medical Clinic. They share how their mobile primary care practice delivers personalized, in-home medical services for patients of all ages, eliminating barriers to care, preventing hospital visits, and supporting families through a team-based, collaborative approach....

On this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth sits down with Dr. Ganesh Gopalakrishna of Banner Alzheimer’s Institute to explore the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research, including FDA-approved treatments and global clinical trials. They also dive into the emotional toll of caregiving, the power of community support, and how new CMS programs like GUIDE are reshaping de...

Attorney Caleb Lihn and licensed social worker Jenny Krulewich of the Lihn Law Group join host Bob Roth to discuss their holistic, client-centered approach to elder law and life care planning. From estate planning and special needs trusts to navigating Arizona's long-term care system (ALTCS), they highlight the importance of advocacy, community, and proactive support for aging adults and their fam...

Bob Roth sits down with Nathanial Findlay, CEO of Lifeguard Health, to explore how Wi-Fi-powered, non-invasive technology is transforming care for older adults. Inspired by his own mother’s care journey, Findlay developed a discreet, data-driven system to detect wellness changes and prevent crises, empowering families, caregivers, and agencies alike. From remote monitoring to AI-generated alerts a...

Entrepreneur and changemaker Sidnee Peck joins Bob Roth to discuss Heirloom Communities, a new intergenerational housing model designed to tackle isolation among older adults and foster youth. From her work in dementia care to women’s health innovation, Sidnee shares how personal experience and entrepreneurial spirit are shaping a future where human connection is at the core. Tune in for a powerfu...

In this episode of  Health Futures , Bob Roth welcomes Serena Dang, founder of Vali Health, for a powerful conversation on caregiving, purpose, and innovation. Serena shares how her journey from rural China to Wall Street, and a deeply personal loss, led her to launch tech-driven solutions that support caregivers and home care agencies. From founding an audio-based platform to reduce loneliness am...

Dr. Vin Jain of Synergy Health 360 joins Bob Roth to discuss the future of healthcare, where prevention, personalization, and whole-person wellness take center stage. From his training under Dr. Andrew Weil to launching an innovative membership-based model, Jain shares how Synergy Health 360 is reshaping primary care by focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Learn how technology, health coaching, and...

Host Bob Roth is joined by Andrew Dubler of Home to Stay and Gary Skole, CEO of AlzBetter, to explore how tech and training are transforming dementia care. Dubler shares his journey into home care, while Skole recounts the challenging client that led to creating AlzBetter. They dive into the CMS GUIDE program, caregiver respite, and how tools like AI and virtual coaching are improving outcomes for...

In this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , host Bob Roth sits down with health tech entrepreneur and Brightwood Health CEO Josh Komenda. Josh shares his journey from disrupting transportation to revolutionizing home care through technology and heart. Discover how Brightwood is using smart tech and passionate caregivers to help seniors age in place safely, stay active, and live with...

Cole Marvin, Executive Director of Friendship Village of Tempe, joins Bob Roth to share how his community is redefining senior living with rooftop pickleball courts, a public restaurant and nano-brewery, and a culture built on fun and connection. He also opens up about his personal journey as a caregiver during his father’s double lung transplant, offering insight into the heart behind his leaders...

In this inspiring episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , host Bob Roth welcomes back K.C. Kanaan, co-founder and CEO of Envoy America, for his fifth appearance. Together, they explore how purposeful senior transportation is transforming lives, through faith-based partnerships, veteran hiring, and compassionate companionship. K.C. shares powerful stories from Holocaust Remembrance Day, h...

Dr. Anna Burke of Barrow Neurological Institute joins Bob Roth to explore groundbreaking advances in Alzheimer’s care, from monoclonal antibody treatments and AI-powered diagnostics to revolutionary blood tests and prevention-focused clinical trials. Learn how early detection and lifestyle choices are reshaping the future of brain health. #AlzheimersAwareness #BrainHealth #ClinicalTrials #EarlyDet...

In this episode, Bob Roth and Abbie Richie, tech guru at The Smarter Service, explore cutting-edge technologies reshaping senior living. They discuss how innovation addresses isolation, supports independence, and improves health outcomes for older adults. Featuring insights on tech literacy, exoskeletons, and personalized care solutions, this conversation highlights the heart behind the tech, help...

On this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , host Bob Roth is joined by Dave Voepel, CEO of the Arizona Health Care Association, for a dynamic conversation about the future of long-term care. They discuss Arizona’s unique Medicaid model, the critical role of advocacy, and the urgent need to expand services as the state's aging population grows. From innovative fall prevention tech to...

In this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , Bob Roth sits down with Jamie Roberts, CEO of Arizona LeadingAge and founder of The Help Project, for an inspiring conversation on transforming aging in America. They explore cutting-edge caregiving solutions, legislative advocacy, workforce burnout, and the evolving role of employers in supporting family caregivers. Discover how collaborat...

On this episode of  Health Futures: Taking Stock in You , host Bob Roth welcomes Dr. Christopher Rex, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Peak Dermatology, for a timely discussion on skin health. Dr. Rex shares his powerful journey from Nigeria to rural California and Arizona, where he now treats patients across underserved communities. The conversation covers everything from sunscreen my...

In this compelling episode of  Health Futures , host Bob Roth is joined by Dr. Chafeek Tomeh, a head and neck cancer surgeon at Banner MD Anderson. Dr. Tomeh shares his personal journey, demystifies common causes of head and neck cancers—including the rising prevalence of HPV—and offers critical insights on prevention, early detection, and life-saving treatment options like immunotherapy. From the...