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Aging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 25 with Sydney Carlin"Get healthy" and be willing to listen and engage with others are just some suggestions from Sydney Carlin, a State Representative for 20 plus years, a widow, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and active community member. Sydney shares her experiences during the many chapters of her life with some tears and laughter--from the early 4-h days in Chanute, Ks. to her current busy lifestyle as a legislator. 2025-07-1153 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 24 with Rich WartellFrom a youngster in the Catholic schools to the jungles of Vietnam, followed by a 50-plus year in broadcasting at the highest level of owning and managing, Rich Wartell has a lot to share. Keeping as healthy as possible and keeping in touch with family is a priority for Rich, as he continues to age gratefully. 2025-07-0650 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 23 with Connie and Pat MichaelisTaking care of yourself, watching your attitude, and having faith things will turn out well are just some suggestions from Connie Mason Michaelis and Pat Michaelis. This powerful couple from Topeka lend their special insight after many years of advocating for healthy aging, Connie is a writer and speaker on the subject, and Pat has worked on affordable housing for seniors and families for many years.2025-06-2848 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 22 with Karen & Susie - Cathy's SistersThis episode features three sisters, including yours truly, who reflect on the different ways we've each dealt with retirement. Karen Cray Seaberg continues to serve on the family-founded MGP's board and is active with the Amelia Earhart Festival and Hangar Museum in our hometown, Atchison, Kansas. Middle sister Susie retired in her 50s after owning a dance studio in North Dakota for many years. And yes, the baby sister Cathy, you already know a lot about if you listen to this podcast, but you'll learn some new insights into her past. 2025-06-201h 01Aging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 21 with Beth UngerKindness and respect are what long-time K-State Dean and Vice Provost Beth Unger hopes to be remembered for. From her earlier years as a pioneering woman in the tech industry, Beth also shares how mental health affected both her husband and son. She candidly shares insights on navigating such issues and living life to the fullest.2025-06-1339 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 20 with Dr. Pat BoscoDescribed as an icon and the face of Kansas State University, Pat Bosco has left a five decade career and traded in all the fancy titles for Grandpa. While he still loves all things purple for his alma mater and employer of many years, Pat is thankful for his health and life partner, his wife Susan, in his later years.2025-06-0751 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 19 with Karen & Gordon Hibbard"Just because you're retired doesn't mean you don't have a purpose" and "Find what you enjoy" are just some words of advice from Karen and Gordon Hibbard. The two recently retired from Dale Carnegie ownership--after Karen's many years with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Gordon's busy years with Dale Carnegie, 4-H and Kansas Farm Bureau. 2025-05-3050 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 18 with Linda & Doug TeenerPurple heart awardee and Vietnam veteran Doug Teener and his wife Linda Teener, who recently retired from 40 plus years with Kansas State University and UFM Community Learning Center, share their transition from early historic folk music performances in the early days of their marriage to later years with passions for legos and quilting. In the midst of some medical difficulties for Doug stemming from exposure to Agent Orange, finding ways to have fun is just one suggestion from this couple of 52 years.2025-05-2355 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 17 with Johnny & Susie CyreneJohnny and Susie Cyrene are a truly inspiring couple, saying they're more in love than ever after a more than 60 year marriage. This hard working couple talk about the importance of being truthful, talking it out, and figuring things out together as they continue their romance these later years of their lives.2025-05-1649 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 16 with Father Don Zimmerman"Sit down and listen" are just some words of advice from Father Don Zimmerman, who was ordained to the priesthood more than 50 years ago. Father Don, who rode a Harley-Davidson motorcycle for many years, has a lot to share about his own retirement and from working with "golden year" parishioners through the years.2025-05-0941 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully Ep 15 Brenda & Rob EdlestonBrenda and Rob Edleston in their later '60's are raising a 9 year old child on a ranch with 37 Cashmere goats, 3 horses, 22 chickens, and 6 dogs. Hear their story of past careers in the military and education, with suggestions of "learning to appreciate yourself" and "giving yourself some grace", as well as "living a life" in another Aging Gratefully podcast2025-05-0358 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully Ep 14 with Doug "Chappie" ChapmanFrom his early years in a band that made the Kansas Music Hall of Fame and studying nuclear physics, Doug Chapman better known as "Chappie," keeps up with his musical passion on a smaller solo scale in his golden years. While he misses many of his radio contacts from another job he worked along the way, he wakes up every morning and tells himself to have a great day. 2025-04-2533 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 13 with Brad ClaussenAfter a busy career as a building official and Assistant Chief for the Manhattan Fire Department, Brad Claussen now has more time to spend with grandchildren and to compete in trap shooting. He tells us how running his own home inspection business with his daughter, religious faith, and family keeps him active in his retirement years.2025-04-1838 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 12 with Sue Maes and Dennis HemmendingerTaking it easy after retirement are words of advice from this busy couple, Dean Emeritus of K-State's Global campus Sue Maes and her retired psychologist husband Dennis Hemmendinger. However both have continued to stay active in community groups, travelled around the world, and enjoy their role as grandparents.We can learn a lot from this couple of 50 plus years (51 to be exact).2025-04-1145 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 11 with Randy PetersonFinding more time to spend with the younger generation is one way retired Healthcare Executive Randy Peterson is dealing with his golden years. We'll also hear from Randy about how to be better advocates for ourselves in medical settings during this time of our life.2025-04-0435 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 10 with Frank Arthur"I am not always productive, but I am rarely bored." Frank Arthur shares how he keeps himself busy after a very active career as an entomology researcher, which took him around the world.2025-03-2830 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 9 with Bob StrawnRetired business manager, Vietnam veteran, and former Manhattan Mayor Bob Strawn is enjoying his retirement years--learn about his experience coming home from Vietnam and other ups and downs of his life through the years.2025-03-2134 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefull EP 8 Meadowlark's Parkinson's ProgramKeep fighting and enjoy each day are just some of the words of wisdom from Michelle Haub and Katie Sigman, who run the Parkinson's Program at Meadowlark. Their passion for their work and clients is inspiring in this discussion about a unique portion of the Aging Gratefully population. 2025-03-1134 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 7 with Ron FehrFrom a busy 4 decades in city government to travelling the world and enjoying time with his wife on a full-time basis, Ron Fehr has made a smooth transition to the retirement lifestyle. While still in the “honeymoon” phase of retirement, the former City Manager shares suggestions on living each day, with a healthy diet, exercise including walks with the family dog, good sleep habits, and hobbies such as trip planning.Ron reflects on both accomplishments and difficult times in his life but offers coping suggestions such as his faith in God and good family support.2025-03-0830 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 6 with Renee FehrThis retired early childhood educator has a unique perspective on Aging Gratefully, while dealing with her older father who is in a different stage of his life. Renee Fehr tells us of having to be an advocate for her father as he struggles to learn healthier eating and exercise habits, while dealing with dementia and Parkinson’s disease issues.Renee openly shares the emotional ups and downs of dealing with her father while going through her own retirement journey. Her religious faith, healthy lifestyle, and travel time with family keep her going. Her advice about keeping cl...2025-02-2833 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 5 with Barb DeSanto"Just do it" are words of advice coming from Barb DeSanto, who finds herself again teaching at Kansas State University in her 70's, while also working with the Flint Hills Agency on Aging and other local volunteer groups. She tells us how a good circle of friends and her faith have gotten her through her many years of caregiving for her late husband and other transitions in her life.2025-02-2033 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 4 with Ed and Linda Weis-OlsonImagine being newlyweds in your late '80's and early '90's. Ed and Linda Weis Olson unexpectedly found love a second time late in life and share their love story as they both continue to age gratefully. Linda continues to work as an active real estate broker-owner and both have a good circle of friends and family.2025-02-1341 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 3 with Steve SmethersThis special retiree began a radio career at the age of 16 and continues to share his skill set as a narrator on the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad. Steve Smethers retired from many years of broadcasting and educating, with his last position as Director of the A.Q. Miller Schol of Media and Communication at Kansas State University.Steve shares with us how his continuing involvement with friends, former students and other community interests keep him going—even his cats through the years have played a role in his positive attitude. J...2025-02-0436 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 2 with Deb SkidmoreDeb Skidmore has had numerous professional roles throughout her career as a journalist. She tells Cathy about the dynamics of retiring from Fort Riley and Kansas State University. Deb reveals how her new life has given her opportunities to grow in faith.2025-01-2828 minAging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully EP 1 featuring C. Clyde Jones and Robbin ColeWe have 2 perfect guests for our debut episode. C. Clyde Jones, now 102, is a Manhattan and K-State icon. He shares stories of his life experiences and perspectives on becoming a centenarian. Robbin Cole recently retired as the Executive Director of Pawnee Mental Health, where she made a significant impact in the mental health community. She talks about making that adjustment to being retired. C. Clyde and Robbin are wonderful friends, and we couldn't have asked for better guests for our first episode! 2025-01-1529 min
Aging Gratefully with Cathy Dawes ScroggsAging Gratefully The TrailerThe Trailer! It’s been just 6 short years since Cathy Scroggs (Dawes) signed off the radio for the last time. Now, she’s back to share her voice, wisdom, and heartfelt conversations on the Aging Gratefully podcast. Learn more about Cathy’s incredible journey and get ready to hear her again as she explores the ups and downs of aging with gratitude.2024-12-3101 min