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NYT Best Selling Author, Mark Greaney - Relentless The Not Old Better Show, Author Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang and this is episode #517. Today's show is sponsored by Amazon Pharmacy. As part of our Art Of Living, Author Interview Series, our guest today is Mark Greaney. The Not Old Better Show audience will know Mark Greaney from his work in Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan universe or his bestselling Gray Man series, and this week, a brand new Gray Man book, titled 'Relentless' is on sale, and Relentless is a HUGE hit already! "Relentless" features The Gray Man, and it's great to see Court Gentry, The Gray Man, back in action! This book has many twists and turns, and the plot is complex but rewarding. All this is to say this is a readable thriller, and you'll be on the edge of your seat, just as I was. I love The Gray Man Series by Mark Greaney. Our guest today is Mark Greaney, New York Times bestselling author, first published THE GRAY MAN, in 2009 and it became a national bestseller and a highly sought-after Hollywood property. Now there are 10 novels in the NYT Bestselling Gray Man series, including 'Relentless.' Netflix is developing the film adaptation for the series debut, The Gray Man. Mark Greaney is also the #1 New York Times bestselling author or co-author of seven Tom Clancy novels, including his most recent TOM CLANCY TRUE FAITH AND ALLEGIANCE. He collaborated with Tom Clancy on three Jack Ryan novels before Tom's death in 2013. RED METAL, a military thriller written by Mark Greaney and Lt Col Hunter R. Rawlings, USMC, became a New York Times bestseller in 2009. Mark's books are published in several languages and are also available as audiobooks. In research for his novels, Mark Greaney travels to dozens of countries, visited the Pentagon, military bases, and embassies, and trained alongside military and law enforcement. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show, author interview series, NYT Best Selling author of The Gray Man, and his latest in the Gray Man series, 'Relentless' author Mark Greaney. My thanks to Amazon Pharmacy for sponsoring today's show. Please check out Amazon.com/NOTOLDBET Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Successful Aging- A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of our Lives - Dr. Daniel Levitan The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Author Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is episode #516. Today's show is brought to you by Amazon Pill Pack. As part of our Art of Living author interview series, our guest today is Dr. Daniel Levitan. Dr. Levitan is author of the book, Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of our Lives. Daniel J. Levitin is an award-winning neuroscientist, musician, and best-selling author. His research encompasses music, the brain, health, productivity, and creativity. As a musician, Dr. Levitan (tenor saxophone, guitar, vocals, and bass), has performed with Mel Tormé, David Byrne, Rosanne Cash, Sting, Bobby McFerrin, Victor Wooten, and Tom Scott. Levitin has produced and consulted on albums by artists including Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, and on the films Good Will Hunting and Pulp Fiction, and has been awarded 17 gold and platinum records. Dr. Daniel Levitan will share with us all about successful aging, the purpose approach to aging, and some simple strategies for aging well. That of course is our guest today, Dr. Daniel Levitan, reading from his NYT Best Selling book, Successful Aging. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show via internet phone, Dr. Daniel Levitan. My thanks to Dr. Daniel Levitan. My thanks to Amazon Pill Pack for sponsoring the show today, and please check out our show notes for great offers from Amazon Pill Pack to support our sponsors. My thanks, of course, to you, my wonderful Not Old Better Show audience. I hope you're in line for the vaccine, practicing smart social distancing, staying safe and healthy, and talking about better. The Not Old Better Show. Thanks, everybody. Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

BRIEFING: Social Security-Changes, Payments, Biden Administration plans BRIEFING: The Not Old Better Show Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is episode #515. As part of our Art of Living Interview Series, our guest today is Dr. Samuel Oppenheim, and our topic is Social Security, payments, changes, and new year updates. Sam Oppenheim taught history at California State University, Stanislaus in Turlock, Californian from 1971 to 2005. He now lives in Massachusetts. Dr. Oppenheim has a master's degree from Harvard and a Ph.D. from IU. Sam Oppenheim is known for his sharp sense of humor, history expertise and self-described gadfly reputation is a friend and someone I know well, along with his wonderful family. Dr. Oppenheim has written an editorial on current social security proposals, summarizing the Biden administration's plans, and what may lay ahead for Not Old Better Show audience who subscribe and benefit directly from social security. Dr. Oppenheim is not a member of the administration, nor is he a member of the social security administration, and he's not a politician. Dr. Oppenheim worked as a professor for many years past his 65th, knows passionately about the social security system, and has first hand, common touch advice about what's to come, whether you elect social security at 65, or work into your later years. That of course is our guest today, Dr. Samuel Oppenheim. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show, Dr. Sam Oppenheim. My thanks to Dr. Samuel Oppenheim. I have contact details for Dr. Oppenheim in the show notes and Sam has graciously offered to correspond, answer your questions, and be available as the social security issue becomes more defined by policy: safo95350@gmail.com My thanks, of course, to you, my wonderful Not Old Better Show audience. I hope you're in line for the vaccine, practicing smart social distancing, staying safe and healthy, and talking about better. The Not Old Better Show. Thanks, everybody. And, don't miss our next episode with Dr. Daniel Levitan, author of the New York Times bestseller, Successful Aging… you won't want to miss this interview! Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Liz Hamburg - Founder, Candoo Tech The Not Old Better Show - Technology Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang and this is episode #514. As part of our Art Of Living interview series, our guest today is Liz Hamburg, President, and founder of Candoo Tech. I know from your emails and follow up with me that tech is a "can't live with it, can't live without it" sometimes issue. The Not Old Better Show audience is wired with more innovative technology now than ever before, and while "smart" devices give users new and exciting means to tackle age-old challenges, steep learning curves can make adopting new technology an intimidating feat for even the most adventurous older adult. Our guest today, Liz Hamburg witnessed this 'can't live with it, can't live without it' phenomenon personally when her own gadget-loving father left her a voice message on her cell phone about his challenges with "Alexia," [sic] Amazon's Personal Assistant when "Alexia" went out of town. Let's listen to that message, saved by Liz Hamburg. That of course is Liz Hamburg's father reporting on his tech challenge with Amazon's "Alexia," [sic]. I've had similar issues arise with my almost 91-year-old mom, living across the country from me. And, I will tell you that, fully transparently, I have signed my mom up for Candoo Tech (no compensation has been received for this interview, just my belief in what Liz is doing, how she and her team does it, and a great story). Liz Hamburg is a high energy, entrepreneurial executive who is passionate about making an impact in the world. She has over 20 years of experience starting up and growing innovative organizations both in the U.S. and international markets. Liz Hamburg is the founder and President of Candoo Tech, providing tech support and training specifically designed for older adults to help keep them independent, safe, and secure. Liz received an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg Graduate School of Management, a BA from Brown University, and a certificate from the Executive Education program in Social Entrepreneurship at Stanford Business School. Liz and I discuss that unlike traditional tech support services that focus on fixing specific, user-identified problems, Candoo Tech takes a holistic approach to tech support, identifying the needs of a client, introducing tech-based solutions, educating about tech, and providing clients with ongoing support so seniors can develop proficiency with new devices and tools at their own pace. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show via internet phone, Liz Hamburg. My thanks to Liz Hamburg, founder and President of Candoo Tech. C A N D O O tech. Com. If you call CanDooTech.com for a fee they will walk you through how to navigate the vaccine websites…just great service. My thanks, of course, to you, my wonderful Not Old Better Show audi Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Jean Ketcham - Aging But Dangerous The Not Old Better Show Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, episode #513. I'm Paul Vogelzang, and today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh and Care/Of Vitamins. As part of our Art of Living "doers" series, today's guest is just a breath of fresh air. Jean Ketcham, our guest today, is the founder of the wonderful, wry, and exciting website, Aging But Dangerous. People from all over the world are listening to Jean, and at 81, Jean is enjoying life, has excellent advice, and is having fun with her role as a healthy observer of culture and life. Oh, she is great! That of course is our guest today, Jean Ketcham, founder of the website, Aging But Dangerous. Before we bring Jean on, let me introduce her a bit with some fascinating background. Jean Ketcham is a former small business owner and talk show host. She is also a proud parent, an avid skydiver, and a cancer survivor. To put it mildly, Jean is up to any challenge. After retiring, Jean discovered that 55+ women among our Not Old Better Show audience were not living up to their true potential. Their social circles were shrinking and their lifestyles were becoming less stimulating and less adventurous. That's how Aging But Dangerous® was born 12 years ago. Today, Jean is 81 years old and convinced that aging can be so exciting and fun. From sky diving events to local chapters, fashion shows, and retreats, we continue to create opportunities for women to connect and empower each other. Let's do it! Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show, CEO and founder of Aging But Dangerous, Jean Ketcham. My thanks to Jean Ketcham, founder of Aging But Dangerous. My thanks to Hello Fresh and Care/Of for sponsoring the show today, and please check out our show notes for great offers from Hello Fresh and Care/Of to support our sponsors. My thanks, of course, to you, my wonderful Not Old Better Show audience. I hope you're in line for the vaccine, practicing smart social distancing, staying safe and healthy, and talking about better. The Not Old Better Show. Thanks, everybody. And, don't miss our next episode with Candoo Technology founder, Liz Hamburg. If you have electronics, including Alexa, you won't want to miss this interview! Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Sensitive Soul: The Unseen Role of Emotion in Extraordinary States - Michael Jawer The Not Old Better Show Author Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is episode #512. Today's show is brought to you by PillPack by Amazon Pharmacy's PillPack. This is a great show today, with a great guest. Our guest is author Michael Jawer, whose new book, Sensitive Soul: The Unseen Role of Emotion in Extraordinary States, is getting rave reviews online. We'll be hearing from Michael Jawer read from Sensitive Soul, as well as answer all our questions, but let me pique your interest with a quick introduction of Michael Jawer: Michael Jawer is a Washington, DC-based writer, speaker and researcher. His expertise is the nexus of personality development, body/mind, emotion, and spirituality. Michael Jawer is the author of three books, the latest, Sensitive Soul (Park Street Press, 2020) which we'll be discussing today. Michael Jawer authored articles and papers that have appeared in Frontiers in Psychology–Consciousness Research, Journal of Interpersonal Neurobiology Studies, Science & Consciousness Review, Explore, and his feature articles and interviews have run in Psychology Today, and Scientific American. We'll hear from Michael Jawer about deja vu, apparitions, savantism, giftedness, and out-of-body- experiences. So, Wonder once more…figure out what it's all about, and our place in it. A sense of skeptical enthusiasm, tempered by serious scrutiny. That of course is our guest today, author of the new book, Sensitive Soul, Michael Jawer, reading a passage of interest from Sensitive Soul: The Unseen Role of Emotion in Extraordinary States. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show via internet phone, author Michael Jawer. My thanks to Michael Jawer, author of the new book, . Sensitive Soul: The Unseen Role of Emotion in Extraordinary States. Please check our web site for more details. My thanks, as well, to Amazon Pharmacy's PillPack for sponsoring today's show,(https://amazon.com/notoldbetterrx) and thanks to you our wonderful Not Old Better Show audience. Please, everyone, practice smart social distancin Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

America and Iran: From Allies to Adversaries - Dr. John Ghazvinian The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show. I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is episode #511. As part of our Smithsonian Associates Streaming series, our guest today is Dr. John Ghazvinian, and the title of Dr. Ghazvinian's upcoming presentation at the Smithsonian Associates is America and Iran: From Allies to Adversaries. Iran and America's fraught relationship seems to be always in and out of the news. In January 2020, just a year ago, after the drone strike assassination of Qasem Soleimani, headlines declared the two nations on the brink of war. More recently, it was revealed that Iran may be planning, alongside Russia and China, to interfere in the presidential election this November. Historian John Ghazvinian draws on his new book, America and Iran: A History, 1720 to the Present—for which he had access to Iranian government archives rarely available to Western scholars—to examine a complex relationship that reaches back to the Persian Empire and architects of American independence. Long before the "Great Satan" and "Axis of Evil" speeches, before the 1979 hostage Crisis and Ayatollah Khomeini—the two nations were allies and looked to each other for friendship, inspiration, and opportunity. Ghazvinian covers what he terms the "four seasons" of U.S.–Iran relations: the spring of mutual fascination; the summer of early interactions; the autumn of close strategic ties; and the long, dark winter of mutual hatred. But, are we at war, or will we be with Iran? That, of course, is our guest today, Dr. John Ghazvinian, speaking to us directly from the Middle East Center at the University of Pennsylvania, where we've caught up with him today. Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associate, Dr. John Ghazvinian. My thanks to Dr. John Ghazvinian, who will be presenting at the Smithsonian Associates program via Zoom, January 28, and the title of Dr. Ghazvinian's upcoming presentation at the Smithsonian Associates is America and Iran: From Allies to Adversaries. Please check our website for more details. Thanks to the Smithsonian team for all they do to support the show, and thanks to you our wonderful Not Old Better Show audience. Please, everyone, practice smart social distancing, be well, and remember, let's Talk About Better. The Not Old Better Show. For more details about Dr. John Ghazvinian's upcoming Smithsonian Associates presentation, please click here: https://smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing/tickets/america-and-iran-from-allies-to-adversaries Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

YA Author, Mara Rutherford - Reading for Young & Old: Kingdom of Sea and Stone The Not Old Better Show, Author Interview Series Welcome to the Not Old Better Show, I'm Paul Vogelzang and this is episode #510. Today's show is brought to you by HelloFresh. As part of our author interview series, today we're speaking with Mara Rutherford, author of the new book the "Kingdom of Sea and Stone." We're fortunate that Mara Rutherford has agreed to read a passage from the book for us today, but let me tell you a bit about Mara. Mara is back with us, with her newest novel, and you'll recall previously that Mara and I are related. My dear cousin Nancy had triplets, and Mara is one of three, who I've gotten to know well, and you'll know her a bit after our conversation today, but trust me when I tell you, this is not nepotism, but a great sequel and duology, from a book series, from a very hardworking author. Additionally, as I've mentioned previously, the Kingdom of Sea and Stone is an ideal read for all ages, but particularly so for grandparents and grandchildren. Hence, no favoritism here, just a great story for all. We'll have links up for more information about Mara Rutherford, but briefly, Mara Rutherford began her writing career as a journalist but quickly discovered she far preferred fantasy to reality. As I say, Mara Rutherford is a triplet born on Leap Day, and Mara holds a Master's degree in Cultural Studies from the University of London. Mara has since lived all over the world along with her young family and Marine-turned-diplomat husband. Mara Rutherford's sequel YA fantasy to the CROWN OF CORAL AND PEARL, the sequel is titled the Kingdom of Sea and Stone is available for sale now, published by HarperCollins. And now let's listen as Mara Rutherford reads from her new book, Kingdom of Sea and Stone: Please join me in welcoming back to The Not Old Better Show, author Mara Rutherford. And now back to our interview with young adult author, Mara Rutherford. Mara, thanks again for joining us, and we appreciate the insider info, but without too much spoiler, but let's talk about Nor... My thanks to author Mara Rutherford, and her new book, the sequel to Crown of Coral and Pearl, titled " Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Sabrena Jo - New Fitness Options for 2021 The Not Old Better Show, Fitness Friday Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show Fitness Friday edition, I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is episode #509. Our show today is part of our Fitness Friday series, and it's another great one in our Fitness Friday programs. We'll be hearing from returning guest, Sabrena Jo. While many people gained weight during the lockdowns, others have used the change in routine to eat better and exercise more. On the Fitness Friday program, we talk with Sabrena Jo about exercise and fitness. But, with the new year, our new year's resolutions, after such a brutal 2020, it's good to look forward and think about what's to come. It's been somewhat of a running joke in a profoundly unfunny time: endless laments about the "quarantine 15" or "Covid 19," referring to the number of pounds gained during the lockdown. One of the many challenges of Covid was the abrupt change to day-to-day schedules. People began working from home, if they had worked at all, in many cases joined by their kids. Gyms, recreation centers, and parks closed, curbing exercise routines. Stress levels skyrocketed for many, with baking, eating, and drinking becoming major outlets and means of reward. Indeed, studies show a link between high-stress levels and overeating. I always love speaking with Sabrena Jo, American Council on Exercise (ACE) Director of Science and Research, because of her research orientation. Research, fact-based analysis, and outcomes orientation are critical to our Not Old Better Show audience. Today we'll be speaking about when the environment around you changes and your routine changes, too, you can use it as an opportunity to say, "I am going to treat myself better in these really rough times." We'll talk about a fitness mindset, why it's so important. It's always how you view things, how you position your situation, your sense of self-worth, and how you treat yourself. You know, together with conscious portion-control and eating better, combined with a simple conscientious fitness routine, it really feels like we'll be making permanent and positive changes in our lives. Stick with it, and please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show via interview phone, ACE Fitness' Sabrena Jo. My thanks always to Sabrena Jo, ACE Director of Science and Research for joining us today. Please check out the ACE #acesciencesaturday, which we'll link to here, for more great tips, resources, and information. And to you, my wonderful Not Old Bett Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Russell Gammon's Africa - Take A Virtual Walk on the Wild Side The Not Old Better Show, Inside Science Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, I'm Paul Vogelzang and this is episode #508. As part of our Smithsonian Associates Inside Science Interview series, we are joined today by the scientist, wilderness guide, and wildlife photographer Russell Gammon. Russell Gammon has been helping to fulfill such dreams, planning and leading private and small group safaris to some of Africa's most iconic destinations for 30 years. Russell Gammon will be presenting at the Smithsonian Associates program via Zoom, January 23, and the subject of his presentation is Russell Gammon's Africa: Take a Virtual Walk on the Wild Side. Please check our website for more details. Who hasn't dreamed of glancing across a dry African savannah or standing beneath a jungle canopy, hoping to get a fleeting glimpse of a wild creature we've only seen in a zoo? Today we'll discuss with Russell Gammon the virtual safari he'll take us on, through four of his favorite places on the continent. We'll stop first at Serengeti National Park to follow the greatest large-mammal migration as a megaherd of wildebeest and zebra chase the rains across endless grasslands. We will experience the unforgettable sight of the largest population of African elephants on Earth in Botswana's Okavango delta. We will be dazzled by the wild and unique inhabitants on the island of Madagascar, known as Africa's Galapagos. And, we'll visit Russell Gammon's favorite, the little-known Mana Pools in Zimbabwe. Nestled in the heart of the Lower Zambezi Valley, it is one of Africa's last true wilderness areas, where the Zambezi River meanders through a paradise that is home to large wildlife populations, including elephants, hippos, and crocodiles. After this unforgettable journey, just imagine what dreams you'll have. Russell Gammon's family first arrived in Africa in the early 1820s. He is a popular wilderness guide with more than 30 years' experience leading expeditions and safaris throughout Southern and East Africa. Russell is also a gifted storyteller and an authority on the life of explorer David Livingstone. He has participated in an expedition with the British Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes that retraced the final portion of Livingstone's journey to the Victoria Falls and was featured in the National Geographic-PBS documentary The Lost Diary of Dr. Livingstone. For the past five years, Russell has been a Smithsonian Associate, lecturing annually at their headquarters in Washington, D.C., on a wide range of conservation-related topics. When not on safari, he lives in the small coastal town of Knysna on the southern tip of Africa, where we're are joining him today. Talk About Better™ The Not Old Better Show on Radio & Podcast! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.