The Aging Well Podcast

What if our health and longevity are inseparable from the health of the planet? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Tim Christophersen, author of Generation Restoration: How to Fix Our Relationship Crisis with Mother Nature. Together they explore how our individual pursuit of health reflects our collective relationship with the Earth. Drawing from Indigeno...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with filmmaker Hideyuki Tokigawa, director and producer of the documentary 'Memories for Life: Reversing Alzheimer’s'. Rather than focusing only on science, the film centers on people—those living with cognitive decline, the families who love them, and the clinicians who walk alongside them. Hideyuki shares why he chose t...

After healing her own multiple sclerosis naturally, Christine Ruch has spent two decades guiding others toward a deeper, more authentic relationship with health and wholeness. Her work bridges science and soul—helping people move beyond symptom management and into the body’s innate capacity for restoration and healing. In this episode, we explore how nervous system restoration offers a new paradig...

Is “age-appropriate” just another way of saying “lower your expectations”? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton challenge one of the most misleading and limiting phrases in the language of aging. They explore how so-called “normative data” can normalize decline, why labeling activities or ambitions as “age-appropriate” often discourages growth, a...

Why do so many men over 50 resist the very habits that could make them healthier, happier, and even improve their relationships? Our guest, Louis Bezich, healthcare executive, author, and men’s health advocate, believes the problem isn’t a lack of information—it’s a lack of motivation built on connection and purpose. Louis joins us to explore his new book, Saving Men from Themselves: 20 Proven Tac...

What if the key to living longer and more vibrantly isn’t just about physical health, but about unlocking deeper layers of consciousness and healing? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Dr. Tracy Kim Townsend — a UVA, Harbor-UCLA, and Harvard-trained physician specializing in preventive health and human vitality. Dr. Townsend helps patients rediscover what s...

When we talk about aging well, we often focus on movement, nutrition, sleep, and mindset. But there’s another essential piece of the puzzle that too often gets ignored: oral health. The condition of your mouth can profoundly affect your overall well-being, from chronic disease risk to cognitive function to daily quality of life. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcom...

What does it mean to keep chasing intensity as we age — not in denial of getting older, but in celebration of it? Kenneth Posner has spent decades pushing boundaries as an ultrarunner, barefoot adventurer, and mountain peak-bagger. At 62, he’s still logging thousands of miles a year and setting new goals, including climbing 1,000 mountains barefoot. In this episode, Kenneth joins Dr. Jeff Armstron...

As the longevity industry grows louder—with promises of longer lives through biohacks, pills, and cutting-edge tech—something vital is being overlooked. In this Season 5 premiere, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton take a hard look at what the “longevity experts” are getting wrong. From overhyping supplements and lab tests to neglecting the power of spiritual and social wellness, we expl...

As another season comes to a close, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton look back at the year’s most powerful conversations — and the people, science, and stories that shaped them. From movement and metabolic health to purpose and connection, they revisit the SPIES model and the Six Pillars of Aging Well that anchor every episode. Jeff also shares the wellness tools, practices, and product...

What if the key to aging well isn’t found in general advice—but in your genes? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Kendal Stewart, a renowned neurotologist and genomic medicine expert, to discuss how genetics, neuroplasticity, and targeted nutrition are reshaping how we understand health, longevity, and cognitive performance. With more than 40 years of...

In Part II of this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes back Patrick Sullivan, Jr., CEO of Jigsaw Health and filmmaker behind the documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten… and How It Is Being Revived . Returning after his hit Episode 214 on nighttime leg cramps, Patrick now dives deeper into the systemic forces shaping America’s health cris...

In Part 1 of this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes back Patrick Sullivan, Jr., CEO of Jigsaw Health and filmmaker behind the documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten… and How It Is Being Revived . Returning after his hit Episode 214 on nighttime leg cramps, Patrick now dives deeper into the systemic forces shaping America’s health crisi...

When T he Aging Well Podcast launched, it began with a simple mission: translate science into practical wisdom for living longer, healthier, and more purposeful lives. But along the way, something deeper emerged. Patterns in physical health, emotional resilience, and social well-being kept pointing to something beneath the surface — a Spiritual problem. In this episode, Corbin turns the mic on Dr....

Retirement is often sold to us as “the golden years,” but what happens when the financial plan is in place and the emotional crash still comes? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with bestselling author Tom Marks, whose book Coming of Age in Retirement: An Advertising Executive’s Story of Enlightenment and Revelation has topped charts in memoir, mental health,...

Balancing the needs of children and aging parents at the same time is one of the most stressful challenges facing today’s families. Known as the “sandwich generation,” millions of adults are being stretched thin by competing demands at home and at work. In this episode of T he Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong’s guest is Barbara Stratte, founder of The Sandwiched Gen and author of When Roles...

Your brain is capable of more change than you think—even as you age. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong talks with physical therapist and neuroplasticity expert Mike Studer about how the brain adapts, recovers, and stays healthy throughout life. You’ll learn: • What neuroplasticity is—and how it differs from neurogenesis • How sleep, timing, and stimulus affect brain re...

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)—the brain condition often associated with athletes and military veterans—remains largely invisible until it’s too late. But for those living with CTE-like symptoms, the impact is devastating: memory loss, confusion, mood swings, and the slow erosion of quality of life. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with William Perso...

Is it ever too late to pursue a dream? Bestselling author Patricia Crisafulli proves the answer is a resounding no. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton welcome Patricia back to discuss her third novel, The Secrets of the Old Post Cemetery, part of the Ohnita Harbor Mystery Series. Patricia shares her journey of earning a Master of Fine Arts degre...

Back pain and degenerative scoliosis can rob older adults of mobility, independence, and quality of life—but it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong talks with Dr. Terence Verla, neurosurgeon at the Orlando Health Spine Center, about the critical yet often overlooked role of spine health in aging well. Together, they explore what causes degene...

Retirement isn’t just about numbers on a spreadsheet—it’s about living well today while preparing wisely for tomorrow. On this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Jeff Panik, MSFS, CFP®, founder of Balanced Wealth Partners, U.S. Army veteran, and author of Your Future Is Now , joins us to help simplify the complex world of retirement planning. With 25 years of experience, Jeff shares practical wis...

What if the key to youthful, healthy skin lies in understanding the science of aging at the cellular level? In this conversation, Jeff Armstrong and Nayan Patel delve into the intricate relationship between skin health, aging, and the role of antioxidants, particularly glutathione and copper. They discuss how oxidative stress and free radicals contribute to skin aging, the importance of maintainin...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Corbin and Jeff dive into the concept of transformative aging — moving beyond the transactional, performance-based model of health and fitness, into a more holistic, meaning-centered paradigm. Building on their prior discussion of “The Fitness Myth We Teach Kids,” they explore how aging, movement, and wellness must integrate biomechanical, psychological,...

Living with a chronic illness can feel overwhelming, isolating, and often misunderstood. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Allysa Mortell, author of Invisible Warrior, a powerful guide to understanding the hidden realities of chronic illness. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Allysa offers insight into what it’s like to live with condit...

In this follow-up to Episode 79, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton reconnect with David Cravit—co-authors of SuperAging: Get Older Without Getting Old (April 25, 2023)—to dive deeper into the “SuperAging Revolution.” In this episode, the conversation explores how resilience and reinvention are shaping a new paradigm for aging, taking a fresh look at the “7 A’s of Aging,” how Boomers are redefining w...