Rethinking Aging Club Podcast

In this episode, we heard about upscale, adaptive pajamas that enhance comfort and emotional satisfaction for the care receiver with limited mobility, as well as functionality and usability for the caregiver (whether professional or family level). We also discussed a private digital platform on which you can preserve your life story and legacy (via audio, video, photos, text, etc.) - literally “pe...

In this episode, we discussed an intergenerational communications platform that creates lasting connections by being a simple, safe, and effective way to connect aging adults with family, friends and care teams. In addition to video chat and photo sharing, through the touchscreen users can access a wide range of health and wellness tools, helping you to get ahead of the curve with preventative fit...

This episode’s discussion features innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including holographic beaming anywhere in the world, a medical records organization platform that improves health outcomes, and an easier way for older loved ones to tell their stories. This show was recorded on March 7, 2024, and included the following guests in the order they presented:   David...

This episode focused on sleep health, with Richard Hanbury from Sana Health and Jean-Francois Destexhe from myWaves discussing their innovative products. Richard highlighted Sana Health's pulsed light and sound therapy for pain and sleep, emphasizing its potential to improve chronic pain and mental health. He mentioned ongoing FDA trials for neuropathic pain and PTSD. Jean-Francois introduced...

In this episode, we feature more innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES): a new alternative to ease the sleep apnea diagnostics journey, a VR solution for improving vision with macular degeneration, a stadium-style sports experience for the vision-impaired, and a care platform that helps both care receivers AND their caregivers.   Recorded on February 22, 2024, this show...

This episode highlights innovations from this year’s 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including a revolutionary way of monitoring heart health, a robot that can read and react to human facial expressions, and a possible remote patient monitoring ecosystem that can help address medical professional shortages in rural areas. This show (recorded on February 15, 2024) included the following guest...

This episode features exhibitors under the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) including a newly approved hearing aid, a real-time AI support speech aid for those with compromised voice quality, fall detection via high-frequency radar, and secure digital storage for safekeeping of valuables. Recorded on February 8, 2024, this show included the following gues...

In this episode, join us to hear about innovations from the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) through the eyes of a startup accelerator leader, along with specific product offerings that support improved toileting practices and a transformed view of how habits can be utilized to extend independent living options and support caregivers. This show (recorded on February 1, 2024) included the follo...

This episode features products that were exhibited at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show. These innovations support personalized communications from a huge library of choices, provide an alternative for those with visual impairments, offer solace through music therapy to those with cognitive decline, and help older adults organize their treasured objects giving meaning to their importance. This sh...

This episode highlights innovations from the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) that support vision, hearing, and speech comprehension for older adults, as well as digital communications for telehealth and avoidance of social isolation. Recorded January 18, 2024, the following guests presented in this order: Taylor Speeg le, Co-Founder of VisionAid - an eye disease simulator adding to vision sol...

Joseph Castonguay discussed automated sliding doors for improved accessibility and fall prevention.  Casey Levy-Tulloch highlighted Josh AI's role in consolidating smart home devices into a single, easy-to-use interface.  Jeremy Barker emphasized Murphy Door's innovative hidden beds and storage solutions for enhancing space utilization and privacy.  Ryan Herd from Caregiver Smart Solutio...

Studies have shown that laughter has medicinal benefits and film (streaming, theatre,  broadcast TV or the LaughMD app) is a great way to deliver that. We heard the inside story on The War with Grandpa. And a wise perspective on how TV series longevity has changed over time. Recorded on December 7, 2023, this episode is part of the Streaming Film Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appea...

How innovators and communities are building caregiver-friendly offerings as we wrap up November - the month for recognizing both National Family Caregivers and Alzheimer’s Awareness. Nearly half of U.S. caregivers support someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia; that’s nearly 25M+. Employers can lead: caregiving affects 73% of workers; ~24% report impact on work; ~20% productivity drag equate...

Susan Golden Sc. D. discussed her book "Stage, Not Age," emphasizing the $28 trillion global market for older adults by 2050. She highlighted the importance of design with, not for, older adults, citing Best Buy's VR training for sales staff and Nike's continuous athlete strategy. Susan also talked about the need for a caregiver connector and the potential of NORCs (Naturally O...

This Rethinking Aging Club Podcast episode featured discussions on Alzheimer's awareness, care, and support. James Lee from Bella Groves emphasized the importance of family-centric dementia care, sharing success stories like a resident volunteering at a fire station. Kathryn Speer Shoaf RN from Elite Cruises and Vacations highlighted her company's cruises for Alzheimer's and dementi...

Kicking off our recognition of November as National Family Caregivers Month, we focused on the scale and urgency of caregiving in the U.S. and why product innovation matters amidst the context of family caregivers providing hundreds of billions in unpaid support while juggling work and complex conditions—making practical, affordable tools essential. Mary Furlong previewed her upcoming Washington I...

Our Part 2 AgeTech in Japan episode recorded live in Japan features leaders discussing prevention-focused design, startup support, market-entry pathways, fall-prevention innovation, and frontline perspectives on aging, caregiving, and technology adoption. Stephen Johnston introduced “primordial prevention” - designing environments (parks, walkable shops, neighborhood networks) so that healthy agin...

Recorded live from Japan, this “Part 1” AgeTech in Japan episode highlights global Agetech insights - from Japan’s dementia-supportive communities and startup innovation to funeral industry shifts and home design ideas that enhance safety, dignity, and independence. Janice Chia shared Japan’s dementia-supportive community models, especially Fukuoka’s accessible design and public-housing day center...

This Project Updates episode focused on updates from several age-friendly product and technology initiatives, with Kithwood and Rubato leveraging AI. Michael Phillips discussed the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s), emphasizing the importance of digital inclusion for older adults.  The Secretary General laid out an ambitious goal to ensure that every man, woman and child on the pl...

We had an unusual and useful format for this Marketing Tips for Founders episode. We found a volunteer product founder in the longevity marketplace to get advice from our experts. Natasha Williams , CEO and Founder, Phoenix Hipwear .  Thank you to Mary Furlong for the suggestion. Recorded on September 28, 2023, this episode is part of the Marketing Series.  Our panel: Josef Katz , At time of show:...

We discussed leveraging conferences in this Marketing episode. Key points included the importance of personalized follow-ups, staying at conference hotels, and using QR codes for contact information. Claire Brooks emphasized segmenting older adults into distinct groups and co-designing with stakeholders. Lori Miller highlighted the value of authenticity and personal connections in marketing. Betsy...

This episode focused on alternative senior living options, featuring Benjamin Surmi, Elisa Riotica, Susan O'Connell, and James Short (standing in for Orla Concannon). Benjamin Surmi outlined the continuum of senior living, from independent living to hospice, highlighting innovative models like the village movement and dementia villages. This is a very robust summary you won’t want to miss. El...

Danielle Palli , Author and Coach, Birdland Media “Yoga involves dual tasking, doing cognitive and physical activity together, such as synchronized mindful breathing with movement, which we know enhances balance and cognitive function and creativity and cognitive flexibility.” “Study linking physical activity with a 25% reduction in depression when people exercised for 2.5 hours per week.” “Medita...

This episode focused on the interconnectedness of nutrition and sleep for wellness.  David Bernstein MD emphasized his "Power of Five" formula: exercise, sleep, intimacy, socialization, and managing sweets, highlighting the role of inflammation in chronic diseases. Susie Spell NP discussed lifestyle medicine, stressing the importance of nutrition, movement, restorative sleep, stress mana...

This episode focused on combating social isolation and promoting intergenerational connections. Ted Fischer from Ageless Innovation discussed reimagining classic board games like Scrabble and Trivial Pursuit for older adults, emphasizing intergenerational play. Eben Pingree introduced Kinsome, an AI-driven social journal for grandkids and grandparents to foster bonds. Madison Daminato highlighted...