Villages Vitality: Senior Life Unscripted

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Become a Supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/support Meet Margaret Barton, a spirited resident of The Villages, Florida, whose zest for life is infectious! In our chat with her, we unravel a tapestry of her vibrant experiences, from her involvement in numerous clubs to how she benefits from a free gym membership through Medicare. You&...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Imagine stepping into the world of a seasoned performer who's career has danced on stages across the world - from a nightclub in Barbados to the heart of New York City's theatre district. Join us as we uncover the captivating journey of Alex Santoriello, a leading figure in the performing arts scene in Florida’s The Villages. His stor...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Unveil the world of rural veterinary practice with Dr. Pam Pierceall, a seasoned vet with 37 years of experience in Iowa. With a lion named Buford and a private zoo in her repertoire, Pam walks us through the thrill and satisfaction of her career, right down to her decision to settle in a rural community. Her stories, ranging from performing an...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Want to protect your hard-earned money from the clutches of fraudsters? We've got banking veteran Dr. Kathleen Gowin spilling the beans on how to guard your financial health. With over four decades of banking experience, she uncovers the latest scams and frauds plaguing the industry and why seniors, especially those in the Villages, are of...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Have you ever pondered the mysteries of femininity and what makes it so irresistible? Join us as we explore this intricate topic with Morgan Wonderly, author of Simply Feminine - Surprising Insights for Men. Drawing from a wellspring of interviews conducted with hundreds of men, Morgan unveils a treasure trove of attributes men find appealing i...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Ready for a road trip? Buckle up and join me, your host, as we journey into the world of Mercedes Benz enthusiasts in central Florida and the villages areas. This episode is a deep dive into the lively M Benz Club's activities, exciting trips, and exclusive member perks, featuring Mercedes aficionado, Bill Goldberg. From guided tours to th...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Imagine unraveling the deep-rooted cause of your weight struggles and addressing it with the same love and compassion you would a child in need. Well, Vicki Griffith, the founder of At Breakthrough and author of 'Stucked Up' and 'You Can Be Right About Everything and Still Have Nothing' shows us how to do just that. Vicki sh...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Picture this: you've spent your whole life working hard, and now retirement is on the horizon. But, the financial challenges seem overwhelming and you worry about running out of money. This is where Greg Panjian, an investment advisor with Edward Jones, steps in. Drawing on his experience as a small business owner, Greg has crafted unique...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Ready to improve your golf game and explore the world of podcasting? We're thrilled to have Chuck Formica join us in this episode as we discuss the journey of creating a golf-focused podcast. Chuck, a new resident of The Villages, shares his passion for the sport and the exciting components that he may cover, from physical and mental aspec...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Can you imagine going from a biochemistry major to a successful salesperson and then diving into the world of improv? Join us this week as we chat with the incredible Norma Robinson, who shares her fascinating career journey and how it led her to the Villages. Discover how she transitioned from teaching to sales, faced her mother's fears,...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Imagine mastering the ancient art of Tai Chi and reaping its many health benefits, all within the comfort of your own community. Join me as I have an enlightening conversation with martial arts expert and health enthusiast Bob Martin, who shares his 50-year journey practicing, teaching, and living the martial arts lifestyle. From learning Taekw...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Mike Roth’s guest on Open Forum in The Villages is City Commissioner Joe Elliott.  Joe is from a military family and served in Vietnam. Joe gave us an overview of Wildw ood’s growth from 2016  - a city of 8,000 to 2023 with more than 27,000 people. We talked about the improvements to US 301 in the Wildwood area, and the physical size of Wildwoo...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Welcome to the Open Forum in The Villages, Florida! In today's episode, we have a special guest, George Von Thaden, who has led quite an extraordinary life before settling down in The Villages. George is not only known for his unusual careers but also for his hilarious personality. As one of the top performers in The Villages Improv Club,...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply  Welcome to "Open Forum in The Villages, Florida" with Mike Roth and Bob Baker! In this engaging podcast, Bob Baker takes us on an inspiring journey through his YouTube channel and shares how he built a remarkably influential platform centered around positive self-talk. Join us as we delve into Bob's experiences, including encoun...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Join us on this episode of Open Forum in The Villages podcast as we sit down with the legendary Bob Baker, renowned improviser and musician, to delve into the fascinating world of improv and music. Bob shares some incredible stories and insights, starting with his first encounter with the immensely talented Laura Hall, the Musical Director of t...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Welcome to today's episode of "Open Forum in The Villages, Florida". In this exciting edition, your host, Mike Roth, sits down with the multi-talented Bob Baker, who is an improviser, musician, author of 16 books, and YouTube star. Bob has made a significant impact on the online world with his uplifting content and positive affir...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Become a Supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/support As of March 2023, the real estate market in The Villages, Florida remains highly active and vibrant. The Villages has experienced a robust market with strong demand for properties. The community's reputation as a desirable retirement destination, coupled with its extensive amen...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply In today's show we talk about Hypnosis.  You will learn about what is can do an what it can not do.  We also talk about how it can help cure cancer and other conditions. Dr. Feldman is acutely aware that changing behavior patterns can happen more quickly when an individual’s conscious and sub-conscious personalities are aligned and working...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Welcome to today’s podcast on “Food, Fluid and Supplements for Optimal Health”. Our guest is Dr. Jamie Noll, a former clinical dietitian and hospital pharmacist, who has spent many years in drug research, development, and marketing with major companies such as Eli Lilly, Boehringer-Ingelheim and Bayer.  Dr. Noll has also authored 3 books on pla...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply In today's episode, Dan Kapellen of Pacific Lending enlightens us on the NEW types of Reverse Mortgages In this show, we will explore the exciting world of Reverse Mortgages and how they can offer more flexibility and safety for borrowers. Dan Kapellen, a seasoned mortgage professional with years of experience in the industry, will guide u...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply  In this podcast episode, I interview Debbie Wiley, an improv player and proud mother of David Wiley, about David's impressive work in the field of improv. We dive into the essential ingredients for good improv and discuss the unique skills and techniques that David has developed throughout his career. Debbie shares insights into the impor...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply In this podcast, Mike Roth interviews Dr. Craig Curtis, a researcher with over 25 years of experience in Alzheimer's disease. The focus of the conversation is on Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment, and Dr. Curtis shares his knowledge on these topics. The podcast delves into the current diagnostic process and the available treatments...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply This episode of Open Forum in The Villages features Mike Roth's interview with ten Mercedes enthusiasts who displayed their cars at The Villages Mercedes Benz Car Show at Lake Sumter Square. With over 40 cars on display, the show featured a variety of vehicles including four new electric cars, namely a 2022 EQS 450+ and three 2023 EQE 350+...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Carl Baker has written a book named "Broken Sunshine" about his problems that he had when his older brother got Alzheimer's.  Carl a former law enforcement offer for 40 year ran into trouble in getting help for his brother. In today's show we do not cover the case, which you can read about in the book.  Instead we talk about...

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a reply Become a Supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/support In this podcast episode, the host interviews Peg Harvey, a 13-year survivor of terminal cancer. Peg shares her experience of receiving a devastating diagnosis of Stage IV lung cancer that had spread and being given just months to live by her doctors. She describes the negative impac...