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Kingdom of Dreams PodcastEP 231 - Sonja Klaus - 'American Gangster' - Ridley Scott, Russell Crowe & Denzel WashingtonTell us what you though of the episodeStep behind the scenes of Ridley Scott’s American Gangster in this captivating episode featuring renowned Art Director Sonja Klaus. Klaus shares her unique approach to visual storytelling and the behind-the-scenes challenges of filming across Thailand and New York. From navigating union hurdles and recreating Bangkok markets in Chiang Mai to using unexpected props like mules, her stories are as vivid as the film itself. With tales of lavish butler service and unpredictable on-set moments, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves cinema, design, and the art of...2025-05-061h 13
異鄉人的工作大小事EP 9 | 文化適應與斜槓挑戰，如何用紀律打造不設限的理想人生 ft. Carol這一集我們邀請到在亞馬遜擔任項目經理的 Carol，她的工作內容涵蓋歐洲和中東新倉庫的開設與營運支援，負責員工調度、團隊管理，來聽聽他如何面對世界各地不同的職場文化與挑戰。除了本業，Carol還有美食部落客和跨境品牌創辦人的多重身份，一個人怎麼可以同時做這麼多事，我們請Carol來說給你聽！✨本集亮點：✅亞馬遜專案管理的忙碌日常：如何協調跨國團隊、適應不同國家文化，讓倉儲運營順利展開？✅工作與生活平衡：高效管理時間，兼顧專案與個人生活的小祕訣✅給「斜槓青年」的建議：如何開始發展副業，並找到自己的多重職涯定位？Carol的巴賽ig指南: https://www.instagram.com/when.in.bcn/Carol的全新品牌: https://www.amaestore.com/我們的ig: https://www.instagram.com/beyondborders.journey/2025-02-1134 min
The Mission MattersPreparing Missionaries in Higher Education
Research (Dr. Elliot Stephens) has shown that there are three factors that affect attrition on the mission field: interpersonal skills, ministry competency and spiritual formation. Agencies can train for skills, but it's these softer skills that are often neglected at higher levels of Christian education. Ed Scheuerman built his program at Lancaster Bible College largely in response to this research. Listen in as Ted Esler, Matthew Ellison, and Ed Scheuerman discuss trends in higher Christian education as it relates to missions and mentoring the current generation of students.
After getting his BA in Philosophy (with an emphasis in Religious...2025-01-2227 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastSmart Home with Mary Furlong, David Eby, Francisco Lasta, Cameron CarterLinda Sherman kicked off this Smart Home episode and asked Mary Furlong to make some introductory comments.David Eby introduced Cooktop Safety, a predictive and preventive technology for kitchen fires, emphasizing its low cost and scalability. Francisco Lasta discussed inclusive design in public architecture, highlighting the importance of technology in supporting diverse needs. Cameron Carter presented Rosarium Health, a platform for home modifications and services, particularly for older adults and those with disabilities, partnering with managed Medicaid plans. Mary Furlong concluded by detailing the upcoming Longevity Innovation Summit in Washington, DC, emphasizing its focus on caregiving, policy...2024-12-0653 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastLiving Choices with LivNow Relocation, Koelsch Communities and Livasu VillageThis episode focused on alternative housing solutions for aging populations. Maureen Longoria from LivNow Relocation discussed her company's stress-free moving services for older adults, emphasizing the importance of empathy and expertise. Mary Pitsch from Dementia Innovations highlighted the development of a dementia village in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, designed to allow residents to live as usual with positive risk acceptance. Carol Chiang shared insights on aging in place, advocating for early home modifications. Benjamin Surmi from Koelsch Communities discussed innovative living models like the Park University Village in Vancouver, Washington. Recorded on August 22, 2024, this episode is part of the L...2024-11-0651 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCaregiver Friendly Products with CareGlider, Adaptive Equipment Corner and Remember2In this episode, we heard about a new light-weight mobility option that makes it effortless for caregivers to push their care receivers without injury (even uphill!), along with a variety of physical therapist recommended innovations, and a new AI-generated caregiver support assistant.Recorded on July 18, 2024. This episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly Products Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance.David Carson, CEO, CareGliderChristina Hardin-Weiss, Co-Founder, Adaptive Equipment Corner Corlette Deveaux, CEO and Co-Founder, Remember2Debbie Howard's summary of this show.We were unable...2024-11-0146 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastSmart Home with OliverIQ, Ome Kitchen and Nobi Smart LampsRecorded on May 23, 2023, this episode is part of the Smart Home Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.Eric Smith, Founder and CTO OliverIQ Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform allows consumers to unite, control and automate devices from any manufacturer, using any RF technology, in a single app.Eric Smith CTA Leadership AwardInterview with Residential Tech Talk 5-2-24 Eric Smith’s OliverIQ Progress ReportFor transcriptInterview with Phil McKinney Killer InnovationsExploring the Future of Home Automation with OliverIQ’s Will West and Eric Smith...2024-10-2755 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastAsia Longevity and AgeTech with Living Best, Technogym and Ekso BionicsOur discussion today included three companies that exhibited at the Ageing Asia 2024 Innovation Forum in Singapore: Living Best agetech accelerator (from Japan), Techno Gym - an at-home or in-fitness-center workout solution for optimal fitness, and Ekso Bionics - which is redefining the fit and function of exoskeletons used for mobility and rehabilitation.Carol Chiang, an OT and Founder of Evolving Homes, provided useful commentary for this show.Recorded on May 2, 2024, this episode is part of our Asia Longevity and AgeTech Series in the Japan Category. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance....2024-10-2452 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastAsia Longevity and Agetech with Ageing Asia, McLean Care, Alphind HealthcareIn this episode, we heard from Janice Chia, head of the Ageing Asia Innovation Forum annual event where the theme for 2024 was “Redefining Care - Activating Communities of the Future.” Some of the real solutions exhibiting at the show are McLean (providing ways through which aging adults can receive the care they need even in remote areas (and even within 24 hours - and in some cases one hour), and Alphind - which uses a blend of empathy and pragmatism to leverage information systems and health apps across health and wellness ecosystems worldwide - a big idea that is within reac...2024-10-2354 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastParkinson’s Products and Advocacy with APDA, SteadiSpoon, Comfort Linen, Rebloom CenterThis episode is a continuation of our April 11th episode focused on products and advocacy for Parkinson's disease in honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Parkinson’s Day. Desiree Mearns discussed the American Parkinson's Disease Association's (APDA) efforts, including a live well symposium in Boca Raton. Raleigh Dewan introduced SteadySpoon, a mechanical utensil stabilizer with 95% efficacy, and the June app for tracking tremors. Nancy McGovern highlighted Comfort Linen, which reduces friction in bed, improving mobility and sleep. Melanie Lomaglio DPT shared details about the Rebloom Center, offering specialized Parkinson's care and exercise classes. The discussion emphasized the n...2024-10-2251 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastParkinson’s Products and Advocacy with Maria De Leon MD, Bruce McIntyre, Emile Maamary and Sidney CollinThis episode honoring Parkinson’s Awareness Month focused on Parkinson's products and advocacy, featuring discussions on various technologies and support systems. Emile Maamary introduced the Steadiwear glove, designed to reduce hand tremors in both Parkinson's and essential tremor, with the Steadi-3 version* set for April 2025 delivery. Bruce McIntyre highlighted the Oklahoma Parkinson's Alliance's support groups, educational programs, and caregiver events. Maria De Leon MD emphasized the importance of early diagnosis and advocacy, especially for young onset and female patients. Sydney Colin discussed the NexStride device, which uses visual and auditory cues to aid gait stability, benefiting various neurological conditions. It...2024-10-2153 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCaregiver Friendly Products with CareLink360 and Shower BayIn 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 fitness and wellness in general.We also learned about a “no re-model required” accessible shower that can be assembled in any room of the home without any plumbing changes - just seven main hard plas...2024-10-171h 05
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2024 Highlights Part 7- Holographic Beaming, Shareable and Secure Medical Records, Legacy Storytelling with EaseThis 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 Nussbaum, CEO at Proto Hologram, an innovation that's allowing us to beam in “live” to meetings, in holographic form. “Proto delivers a truly lifelike holographic experience so viewers see, hear, and interact with others anywhere in the world.”...2024-10-161h 11
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2024 Highlights Part 6 - Easy Sleep Apnea Diagnosis, Macular Degeneration Visual Aid, Stadium Sports Experience Accessibility Enhancement, Care Platform with Self-care Built InIn 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 featured the following guests in the order they presented: Meagan R. Pitcher, Ph.D., CEO and Co-founder of Bairitone Health, makers of a sleep apnea diagnostics tool that eases the sometimes frustrating pathway to diagnosis. Bairitone offers a mi...2024-10-141h 08
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2024 Highlights Part 5 – Heart Health Monitoring, Empathetic Companion Robotics, Remote Patient Monitoring Utilizing Coordinated Care in Rural AreasThis 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 guests in the order they presented: Dr. Anna Barnacka, Founder and CEO of MindMics, which brings scientific expertise to wearable tech to help with managing our health (and especially our hearts). Similar to an earbud (and using the ear as...2024-10-1355 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2024 Highlights Part 4 - Hearing and Voice Loss Support, High Frequency Radar for Fall Detection, and Securing Valuables DigitallyThis 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 guests in the order they presented: Joris Castermans, Founder and CEO of Whispp - a CES 2024 Innovation Award winner that uses real-time AI to help those with compromised voice quality (i.e., stuttering, quiet voice quality, and whispering – as with Par...2024-10-121h 04
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2024 Highlights Part 3 – Toilet Seat with Automated Sanitization, New Ways to Understand Habits and Extend Independent LivingIn 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 following guests in the order they presented: Jeffrey Gray, Founder of AgeTech Atlanta - a vibrant group of startups representing the greater Atlanta, Georgia. B2B attendee and industry expert. Jeffrey mentioned being intrigued by Zoog, who w...2024-10-121h 03
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES Highlights 2024 Part 1 Eye Disease Simulator, Telehealth Tech, Speech Support, Hearing AidsThis 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 Speegle, Co-Founder of VisionAid - an eye disease simulator adding to vision solutions by creating empathy among doctors, low vision clinics, and care facilities while encouraging patient compliance with macular degeneration through the use of mixed reality (i.e., leveraging VR and related technologies). One of five winners of a Eureka Park Accessibility...2024-10-0958 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastSmart Home with Autoslide, Josh, Murphy Door, Caregiver Smart Solutions, Evolving HomesJoseph 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 Solutions underscored the importance of integrating these technologies to provide peace of mind for caregivers. Carol Chiang emphasized the need for aesthetically pleasing smart home solutions.Recorded on December 14, 2023. This episode is part of our Smart Home series.Spea...2024-10-0853 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastSmart Home with Lotus, Uplyft, Toi LabsRyan Herd from Caregiver Smart Solutions discussed the importance of Smart Home technology for aging in place, highlighting voice-controlled toilets and showers. Parm Sarmadi from Toi Labs introduced TrueLoo, a toilet seat that tracks toileting changes to detect anomalies, improving health outcomes. Craig Misrach presented Uplyft, an FDA-registered bedside transfer system that helps with patient transfers, reducing caregiver injuries. Dhaval Patel introduced Lotus, a wearable ring that controls home devices without rewiring. Carol Chang gave her action oriented Occupational Therapist perspective on the three products introduced.Recorded on July 13, 2023, this...2024-09-1853 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastMobility Wheelchair Solutions and Portable Parallel BarsThis episode focused on assistive technologies for mobility. Teresa Valenzuela discussed her invention, the Dash Tray, aimed at enhancing safety and independence for wheelchair users by providing connectivity and security. She highlighted the lack of infrastructure for electric wheelchairs, such as curb cuts and charging stations.Carol Chiang used her Occupational Therapy perspective to say a few words about wheelchairs and then introduced Spring Adamo. Spring Adamo introduced the Omeo, a self-balancing wheelchair that can navigate various terrains and supports core muscle strength. It requires some arm function. Gina Adams presented p...2024-09-1450 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastRobotics Featuring Camino Mobility, Social Robots, Cosmos RoboticsCarol Chiang introduced Duncan Orrell-Jones and discussed the potential of the Camino mobility rollator for aiding in Parkinson's treatment.Duncan Orrell-Jones from Camino Mobility, who discussed their smart walker designed to track gait metrics and improve mobility. He explained the inspiration behind Camino Mobility, including making devices less clunky and more assistive.Lee St. James introduced Mindy, a social robot for reducing isolation. She explained the four key ways Mindy can impact older adults and caregivers, including music therapy, brain games, and simple conversation. Lee emphasized the importance of making robots non-human-looking to avoid confusion a...2024-09-0740 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastParkinson’s Products with Joe & Bella, Steadiwear, NexStride and Carol Chiang OTThis episode focused on products and solutions for Parkinson's Disease and essential tremor. Emile from Steadiwear discussed the Steady 2 device, which helps manage tremors with features like weight reduction, affordability, and interchangeability. The device has a 60% success rate in reducing tremors by up to 80%. Sidney highlighted NexStride’s effectiveness in treating freezing of gait in Parkinson's patients. NexStride is a customizable device that can attach onto any cane, walker, walking pole. It provides both visual and auditory cues and can be completely customized to each person.Jimmy Zolo introduced Joe and Bella's adaptive clothing, designed to...2024-09-0545 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastDental Robotics, Home Fire Prevention, Fall Detection, Caregiver Training Project UpdatesLaura Powell discussed Yomi, an FDA-cleared robotic system for dental surgery, highlighting its benefits in minimizing invasive procedures and improving patient outcomes. Ken Deering introduced a device that prevents kitchen fires by automatically turning off gas or electric stoves if left unattended for too long. John O'Brien presented Invisia, a line of aesthetically pleasing grab bars that address installation challenges. Carol Chiang praised the shampoo shelf and other Invisia products, emphasizing their beauty and functionality.Benjamin Surmi introduced Mandy Solomon and Mentia.Mandy Salomon discussed a new grant to use...2024-09-0358 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastCES 2023 Highlights - Expert Observations, Dementia Telephone, Digital Smart Badge for Hearing Loss Communications, At-home Rehabilitation TherapyInnovations from the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including observations from organizers, industry experts, and leaders from companies with solutions that enhance accessibility, inclusivity, and at-home rehabilitation compliance.This show (recorded on January 12, 2023) included the following guests in the order they presented: Steve Ewell, (Executive Director, Consumer Technology Association Foundation), which produces CES, including supporting accessibility startups. Rick Robinson, (VP, AgeTech Collaborative from AARP) noted the uptick in interest in age tech among investors. Michael Phillips, (Technology Strategy and Relationships Director, AARP) pointed out this year’s stronger focus on meaningful collaborations.2024-09-0158 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastPhysical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Related ProductsOctober is Physical Therapy Month and October 27th is World Occupational Therapy Day. We honored these topics with a discussion of products and training.Michael Phillips from AARP spoke about the importance of Digital Skills Training in the fields of Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy during our introduction.Brett Adler won the Amazon Alexa skills challenge for his product Voice PT, which guides physical therapy patients.Carol Chiang discussed her virtual consultations for aging in place, emphasizing the importance of digital skills training for occupational therapists. Nancy introduced Comfort Linen, which...2024-08-2435 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastLiving Choices Alternative Senior Housing Options with Silvernest, Village to Village Network, Michael Skaff, Rebeca Sternbach and Carol ChiangCarol Chiang and Rebeca Sternbach were able to offer their perspectives as both occupational therapists and aging in place housing consultants as commentary on the Silvernest and Village to Village Network offering. Michael Skaff also offered his perspective. The leaders of Silvernest and Village to Village Network introduced their alternative senior living options. This Living Choices episode was a follow-up to our discussion on the same topic on July 21, 2022. You will find it mentioned in this show.Recorded on September 1, 2022, this episode is part of our Living Choices Series. Speakers are listed in their order...2024-08-1754 min
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastLiving Choices Alternative Housing Options with AARP, The Green House Project, Green Care Farms, Kitchen Bath and Wellness Design, Koelsch Communities, Village of HopeBill Armbruster highlighted the need for middle housing and home sharing. Susan Ryan from the Greenhouse Project described their 371 homes in 32 states (as of July 2022), focusing on dignified, home-like settings. Rebekah Churchyard introduced Canada's first dementia care farm, Green Care Farms, which offers outdoor activities and sensory engagement. Jamie Gold discussed co-living and co-housing as alternatives to traditional living arrangements. Kathy Gillespie presented the Village of Hope, a multi-generational, inclusive co-housing community in Pennsylvania, aimed at providing affordable, supportive housing for various demographics. Benjamin Surmi and Carol Chiang offered their perspective....2024-08-121h 03
Rethinking Aging Club PodcastDementia Care, Hearing, ElliQ, PT OT, Project UpdatesThis Project Updates episode included unique solutions for dementia care, hearing aid insertion support, physical and occupational therapy support and a grant offering. Recorded on July 7, 2022, this episode is part of our Project Updates series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.Grace Andruszkiewicz, Director of Marketing (through July 2024), Intuition Robotics-ElliQ David Richards, Co-Founder and CEO, CareSpace virtual rehab therapy supportCarol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP, Business Owner, Evolving Homes (Co-Founder, IIX Care Hub launched in 2024)Jeffrey Szmanda, Founder and President, Each Ear, LLCSu...2024-08-1148 min
Love, your Money - Wealth, Money, and Financial Advisor for Women245: Improve the Quality of Your Retirement Years: Aging in Place with Carol ChiangWhat does it mean to “age in place,” and why does it matter? Those questions motivated my conversation with Carol Chiang, today’s guest on the Love, your Money podcast. We’ve been taught to fear aging, and most people prefer to focus on maintaining their youth than thinking realistically about care and comfort later in life. But aging is inevitable, so why not focus on setting your future self up for success instead of chasing the idea of youth?According to AARP, 9 out of 10 retirees say they’d prefer to age in their home, and it’s sa...2024-07-1640 min
The Parkinson's PodcastAging in Place with Parkinson's with Carol ChiangIn this episode, occupational therapist Carol Chiang discusses the importance of adding an occupational therapist (OT) to your Parkinson’s care team, common home adaptations that can be made to help you live well with Parkinson’s, and more. What is Occupational Therapy? Why Can People with Parkinson’s Benefit from OT? Carol’s Business, “Evolving Homes” - How Does it Work? Practical Tips for Lighting The Importance of Contrast in Your House Common Bathroom Setup Problems Suggested Technology to Help People with Parkinson’s Considering Handles and Switches Furniture Recommendations Surface Considerations Recommendations Around Rug and more! We hope...2023-08-1550 min
Glowing OlderEpisode 15:2 Carol Chiang on Home Health and Planning for the FutureCarol Chiang, OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CHAMP, founder and CEO of Evolving Homes®, shares insights from her 25 years as an occupational therapist. As a “professional problem solver,” she helps clients create a personal advisory board to optimize their environment and quality of life.
About Carol
Carol Chiang is an Occupational Therapist, Aging in Place and AgeTech Expert. She is the founder of Evolving Homes® which specializes in luxury accessibility for homeowners designing their forever homes. She is the creator of Age in Place or Find a New Space®, a service which
determines if moving to a new h...2023-08-0839 min
Where Next? Travel with Kristen and CarolThailand - Travel with RickSend us a textEver dreamed of packing your bags and living in a vibrant country like Thailand? We're joined today by our special guest, Rick, an American traveler who has been doing just that for the past few months. He's got some fantastic insights to share about long-term visa options for Thailand and tips on making the move as smooth as possible.This episode is packed with a variety of engaging topics - from the unique attractions of each Thai region to the affordable cost of living and the quality of life it offers...2023-08-0659 min