The Aging Well Podcast

What does it take to walk over 2 million steps in just 30 days—and why would someone do it? In this powerful episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Kwame Terra, the record-breaker behind that feat and the visionary founder of bEHR Health. With a mission to close health gaps in underserved communities, Kwame has launched a bold national movement that blends personal a...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , hosts Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton discuss their personal journeys and strategies for aging well. They explore various dimensions of well-being, including spiritual practices, physical health, dietary changes, emotional well-being, social connections, and intellectual growth. The conversation emphasizes the importance of making small, progressive cha...

Allison McCune Davis spent the first chapter of her career in the fast-paced world of television, earning an Emmy in LA before returning to the Midwest to raise five children and eventually launch a thriving business in natural health. Now, she’s on a mission to help women reimagine what’s possible after sixty. In this inspiring conversation, Allison shares the personal health struggles that led h...

Vegan? Carnivore? Keto? Mediterranean? What role does protein play in longevity? Is plant-based protein just a trend, or does it hold real benefits for healthy aging? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Tiffany Garcia, PhD— a clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner — to unpack what adults over 50 really need when it comes to protein....

What if your best years of strength and vitality weren’t behind you—but still ahead? In this inspiring episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Dr. Michael Guadagnino, a longtime health and wellness professional and author of Fitness Over 50, 60, 70 and Beyond. With decades of experience as a chiropractic physician and a deep passion for helping Gen X and Baby Boomers reclaim their physical potent...

'What if growing older didn’t mean slowing down—but leveling up? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, we sit down with Dr. James Thompson, internal medicine physician and author, to explore how everyday choices can fuel a fearless and fulfilling aging journey. Dr. Thompson shares holistic strategies that go beyond prescriptions—empowering adults over 60 to reclaim agency in their health,...

What does Olympic-level athleticism have to do with how we age? A lot more than you might think. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton explore the insights of legendary exercise physiologist Per-Olof Åstrand—especially his famous line: “Choose your parents wisely.” While Åstrand emphasized the genetic foundations of athletic potential, he also pointed to something far more encourag...

What if the path to healing chronic illness and aging better didn’t involve more medication—but more oxygen? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Brad Pitzele, creator of One Thousand Roads, who shares his powerful story of overcoming autoimmune disease, cancer, and Lyme with the help of Exercise with Oxygen Therapy (EWOT) and red-light therapy. Brad explains...

A diagnosis of dementia can feel like a closing door—but what if it's also an invitation to deeper healing? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Robb Kelly—addiction recovery expert and neuroscience-based coach—shares how he works with patients diagnosed with dementia using tools grounded in brain science, trauma resolution, and purpose-centered living. Dr. Kelly, a PhD in psycholog...

What if better balance could mean a sharper brain? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , we’re joined by Sheila Thelen—President and Patent Holder of Vestibular Training Services, Master Figure Skating Coach, and global presenter—who has dedicated her career to unlocking the secrets of the vestibular system. Sheila explains why movement—especially rotation and spinning—isn’t just for athlete...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton explore why one of the most critical windows for building a strong, resilient body occurs before puberty. The truth is, by the time most people start thinking about bone health—it's already late in the game. Dr. Armstrong breaks down how bone density, muscular strength, and foundational movement patterns ar...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Arthur Corvin Powells, a visionary creator who has spent years in what he calls “basement mode,” building something radically different from the tech we’ve grown used to. Arthur’s mission isn’t to fight technology—it’s to transform it. His work, including the creation of Anti Grey, challenges our culture of instant gratifi...

September is Healthy Aging Month. The theme is "never too late to reinvent yourself." Start with a SPIES Check-In of your well-centered fitness (Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social wellness). In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton introduce the SPIES Check-In—a simple yet powerful weekly self-audit designed to support...

Why has exercise science ignored half the population? For decades, most exercise research has been based on male physiology — leaving women and girls underserved by one-size-fits-all fitness advice. Today, that’s beginning to change, thanks to researchers like Dr. Emma Cowley. Dr. Cowley is a mixed-methods researcher and postdoctoral fellow at the SHE Research Centre in Ireland, leading groundbrea...

Is your diet speeding up the aging process? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton explore the top 5 foods that may be aging you faster—and what to eat instead. Inspired by a prompt to ChatGPT, the conversation goes beyond typical food fear to unpack why certain patterns of eating accelerate biological aging by promoting inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysfunct...

In this episode of 'The Aging Well Podcast', Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Richard Wexler, co-founder and CEO of the newly launched nonprofit APlan2Age.org, a free resource hub for families navigating the complexities of aging and caregiving. With 14 years of firsthand experience caring for four aging parents, Richard brings both personal insight and practical tools for what he calls “a...

What role does nitric oxide play in how we age—and why does it matter more than most people realize? In this special sponsored episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Cathy Eason, certified nutritionist and Chief Science Officer at Berkeley Life, to discuss the essential role of nitric oxide in healthy aging. From cardiovascular function and cellular energy to brain h...

What if your knee pain could be managed—not with drugs or surgery—but with intelligent vibration timed to your movement? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks Dr. Tom Andriacchi, Emeritus Professor at Stanford University and Jenny Erhart-Hledik, co-inventors of KneeMo®. Backed by decades of research, KneeMo® is a wearable smart device that uses motion-sensing techno...

Many assume screen time is something older adults should reduce—but new evidence suggests otherwise. In fact, regular online engagement may help slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Donna Epps, Chief Responsible Business Officer at Verizon, to explore how digital inclusion and tech training can help ol...

As conversations around plant-based wellness evolve, many older adults are asking a simple but powerful question: Can cannabis help me age better? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Dr. Dana Lillestol, PhD—retired nurse practitioner and Senior Education Advisor at Life Is Chill. With decades of clinical wisdom and a passion for science-backed education, Dr. Lil...

In this episode of T he Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Dr. Therese Huston, author of Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life With Brain Science.’ Drs. Armstrong and Huston explore the neuroscience of aging, focusing on cognitive health and the common myths surrounding cognitive decline. They discuss the importance of early engagement in health topics, the role of key brain...

Is aging just a problem to be solved—or a process to be embraced? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton explore Bryan Johnson’s headline-grabbing Blueprint—a rigorous anti-aging protocol developed by the tech entrepreneur in an attempt to rewind his biological age. We break down what the Blueprint involves (spoiler: it’s intense), why Johnson is pu...

What if schizophrenia and dementia weren’t inevitable? What if we could intervene—before symptoms ever appear? In this episode of 'The Aging Well Podcast', we welcome Dr. Leonard Lado—psychiatrist, researcher, and author of a bold new unified model of schizophrenia. Drawing from decades of personal and professional experience, Dr. Lado outlines how our understanding of brain development, i...

Welcome to The Aging Well Podcast , where we explore the science, stories, and strategies behind living a longer, healthier, and more purposeful life. In this episode, we sit down with Kristina Morros—Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, health coach, competitive paddle board racer, and author of the bold and transformational book Get Healthy or Get Dead . With over 20 years of clinical experie...

Tinnitus and hearing loss aren’t just annoying—they’re deeply connected to brain health, stress, and aging. In this episode of 'The Aging Well Podcast', Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with audiologist Dr. Ben Thompson, founder of Treble Health, to explore the science behind tinnitus and how to treat it. They discuss:• What tinnitus actually is and why it happens• The connection between stres...