podcast
details
.com
Print
Share
Look for any podcast host, guest or anyone
Search
Showing episodes and shows of
Jim Conlan
Shows
The Character of Comedy
Damon Conlan
In this episode Jim Judges sits down with Damon Conlan comedy magician or Jocular Prestidigitator as he’s known. Damon’s act blends magic and comedy with ease, bridging the boundaries between stand-up, character comedy, and illusion. Together, Jim and Damon delve into the playful nature of magic, discussing the “play frame” and how magic draws audiences into a world where laughter, wonder, and surprise coexist. And of course, they tackle the age-old question: which flavour of crisps is truly the most magical? To find out more about Damon, visit [https://www.damonconlan.co.uk/]
2024-10-19
47 min
The Honest Filmmaker
From Fright Fest to Film Hub with Georgia Conlan and Martin Hardwick- Charlotte the Movie
Send us a text#podcast #filmmakingpodcast #filmpodcast This week on the podcast I talk to filmmakers Georgia Colan and Martin Hardwick.Their film 'Charlotte' recently premiered at the Fright Fest Film Festival and has now been released on Amazon Prime and Tubi both in the UK and the USA. I talked to them about the film, what it was like shooting on a low budget, I asked Georgia about directing herself in the lead role, the challenges they both faced along the way. We talked about sales and distribution, the film was r...
2024-10-01
44 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 131: "Dumb phones: smart choice?"
The Old Dogs Ramble about dumb phones – are they for you? We take a look at a future without real coffee. We wonder about the current exercise trend of backward walking. We try once again to stump the older old dog. And we reminisce about the etiquette of dating, 1950’s – style. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Jim Conlan – yes, the very same Old Dog who is speaking to you now – on what it’s like to go home again.
2024-06-12
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 127: "I got pooped climbing Mt. Everest."
The Old Dogs ramble about dealing with trash. We introduce you to a new class of religious affiliation - the Nones. We angst over the mountain of human waste that is overwhelming Mt. Everest. And Paul tries to stump Jim again, with little success. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Eva Archer-Smith: a corporate coach who is accomplishing even more in her 70s.
2024-03-27
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 101: "I Can't Afford to be Young Again!"
The Old Dogs wonder how much time and money we're willing to spend trying to be 18 again. Our Chief Aging Officer Kathleen O'Brien gets a notion to write a novel. And once again Jim gets embarrassed again by getting stumped. Again. The Old Dogs conversation is with Ray Schilens, who answers a lot of questions about how the medium of radio has changed in the last 20 years.
2023-03-01
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 93: "Kim Kardashian made me do it!"
The Old Dogs ramble about their influence - or lack thereof - on the Kardashians. We invite you to join us for a cup of coffee at Central Perk. We relate the sad plight of Kim Kardashian, who has alas run afoul of the law. We play another round of Stump the Older Dog - and Jim isn't laughing. And we reveal some little known facts about Queen Elizabeth. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Margie Seaman. After many years in marketing she is now not only a website designer, but also a travel blogger and a budding romance a...
2022-10-26
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode 91: "Winnie the Pooh is Coming for YOU"
The Old Dogs ramble about the concept of ashes to ashes… we report on a cryptocurrency blunder that made one lady a lot richer… we say farewell to Nichelle Nickols in her final journey to space… we announce the new butter sculptor at the Minnesota State Fair… we lament the release of a new slasher movie featuring, yes… Winnie the Pooh… and we tell the story of a starving artist who traded his paintings for dinner. The Old Dogs conversation is with Beth Wernick – a polymath in the entertainment industry who just might use your song in a TV show.
2022-09-26
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 90: "Can we defund political junk mail?
The Old Dogs philosophize about political advertising. We introduce the concept of tree-mail. We bring you another edition of old doggerel. We hear from our Chief Aging Officer about how time seems to be gaining on us. And we amuse you with some medieval cures for common ailments. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Jim Martinez, a guy who has made it possible for thousands of sight-challenged listeners to enjoy the printed word.
2022-09-18
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 89: "Lions and Tigers and Bears... Not!"
The Old Dogs reminisce about the good old three-ring circus. We bring you another Ads and Fads. We celebrate a postal worker, on the job since 1952. We invite you retire to your very own Scottish island. We familiarize you with familiar scenes from the movies. And we wonder about a modern circus that has no lions, tigers or bears... oh, my! The Old Dogs Conversation is with Allen Roth, a Hollywood audio engineer for over four decades who hosted some of the funniest and most famous actors we've ever known.
2022-08-27
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 88: "The Episode with an Irish Accent"
The Old Dogs Ramble about THE HEAT... Driving for Two... A note from Sandra Cavallo Miller... Breaking in the Royal Shoes... Old Doggerel #13 – Password Purgatory... A Really Cold Case Murder... A big Payday for Expert Witnesses. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Michael Hernan of Inishmore Island, County Galway, Republic of Ireland.
2022-08-11
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 87: "Driving for Dollars"
The old dogs ramble about the price of gasoline - is it affecting you? We have breaking news about an old bust. We present another commentary from our Chief Aging Officer. We explore the history of knock-knock jokes. We praise the wisdom of Swiss laws governing guinea pig ownership. And we talk... about listening. The old dogs conversation is with Lynette Ross. A pastor who has taken a winding but sure-footed path to the ministry.
2022-07-27
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 86: "This is, like, our 86th episode, you know?"
The old dogs discuss some of their favorite peeves about crutch words. We follow that with a podnugget on the same theme. There's also another of our beloved Old Doggerels, a celebration of the great jazz bassist Ron Carter, and an edition of Stump the Older Old Dog . The Old Dogs conversation is with Deirdre Virvo, a real-estate specialist who has been pioneering a boutique approach to assisted living.
2022-06-04
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode 85: "Happiness is a Warm Podcast"
In this episode the Old Dogs happily dwell on the subject of happiness. We bring your attention to the world’s very first speeding ticket. We take you back to a time when not all warriors were men. We introduce another bit of Old Doggerel. We share some practical ways in which you can improve your happiness. And we explain why it’s so hard for older folks to learn a language. The old dogs conversation is with Stanley Santire, who after years of successfully practicing the law has launched a new career with a new form of mediation
2022-06-03
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No 84: “I’m aging. Save my place.”
In this episode the Old Dogs speculate on the possibilities of aging in place. We marvel at the mystery of marrying in the metaverse. We bring you another Ads n Fads. We enlighten you with archeological discoveries that have change our view of the world. We coin another bit of Old Doggerel. And we report on the latest opinions about aging in place. The Old Dogs Conversation is with Ted Swindley, a prolific producer of prodigious proportions who developed the worldwide hit Always Patsy Cline.
2022-06-01
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 83: "Nothing comes between me and my genes."
The Old Dogs ponder the legal and ethical ramifications of using genetics to help solve cold cases. We follow that with a piece on crowd funding genetic research. We present another bit of Old Doggerel. We list five things you may not know about airline cabins. We encourage you to avoid clichés... like the plague. And we acquaint you with a gentleman who can speak 24 languages. The Old Dogs conversation is with Steven Mikita, a tireless crusader who has lived most of his life with a rare genetic disease that has barely slowed him down. Stay with us.
2022-05-18
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 82: "We wonder why we wander"
The Old Dogs ramble about... rambling - that is, the tendency for many of us to let our minds wander. We discuss the true definition of that everyday word, "jiffy." We get our latest report from Kathleen O'Brien, our Chief Aging Officer. We present another Old Doggerel. We marvel at the research people are doing on the language of pigs. And we dig into the phenomenon of the wandering mind. The Old Dogs Conversation is with DAVID ROSELL, a financial advisor with a special approach to investing in retirement
2022-05-03
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 81: "Is that a crossbow in your pocket or are you just glad to see me?"
The Old Dogs speculate on hiring a stranger to sit with us and do nothing. We report on the odd ways people have defaced works of art. We find something all US Senators can agree on. We present another edition of Old Doggerel. We give you a lesson on how not to shoplift a crossbow. And we give an in-depth look at the Japanese practice of hiring strangers to do nothing with us. The Old Dogs conversation is with KATHLEEN SINCLAIR - a lady who struck out in new directions after a mid-life divorce.
2022-04-19
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 80: "Is it a Fish... or a Football?"
The old dogs ponder why some people get goldfish... and then get rid of goldfish. We bring you another edition of Ads 'n Fads. We ask the question all America is asking, namely, where is spell check when you need it? We report on the growing problem of goldfish in Minnesota lakes. And we acquaint you with a few weird state laws still on the books. The Old Dogs conversation is with MARLIN MURDOCK - a gentleman who has learned what life is really all about. In his case it's a continuing curiosity, an appreciation for friends and an...
2022-04-07
23 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 79: "Trust Us: This is Not a Scam."
The Old Dogs are feeling vulnerable about online scammers. We're pulling for an Olympic tug-of-war event. Old Doggerel No. 5: The Cane Mutiny. Christopher Walken: still quiry at 78. Internet scammers are targeting seniors. A hundred ways to improve your life without really trying. GEOFF CAMERON came rather later to the podcasting game when he started experiencing issues with his eyesight. Rather than sit around and mope, Geoff decided what listeners needed was exposure to people with a positive outlook in negative times. It's a case of poor eyesight leading to good insight.
2022-03-25
23 min
Papa Geoff's America
Who Is That Voice? w/ Professional Voice Over Artist Jim Conlan
Have you ever been watching a television commercial, maybe listening to a radio advertising spot, or maybe listening to an audiobook and wondered who the voice is that’s talking to you? Well, I know that I have, so much so that a lot of the time, I’ll even Google it to find out exactly who that voice belongs to. Well, our guest today is one of those voices. Jim Conlan is a voice-over talent with over 40 years of experience in commercial and non-commercial projects, including narrative over 80 audiobook titles (Now that's impressive). Jim is also the co-host of the "...
2022-03-09
43 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 78: "Dye Hard - With a Vengeance."
More Old Doggerel, more Stump the Older Dog (he wins), much puzzlement about goldfish that are taught to drive, and not much help understanding the Metaverse. Our conversation is with comedian Rich Shydner, who proves that he can be hilarious both standing up - and in front of a computer.
2022-03-09
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 77: "A Memory Lapse You Can Forget."
The Old Dogs ramble about the gimmicks we’re buying to improve our memory. We report on what economics students think the average wage is in America. We urge you to always check your spam folder – you never know what you’ve missed. We acquaint you with words you won’t use… because they’re obsolete. And we discover the shortest workout to extend your life. The Old Dogs conversation is with David Born, who has applied his many gifts not just to entertaining us, but to making good money as well. Catch him while you can, because David Born doesn’t s...
2022-02-23
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 76: "The Upside of the Lockdown"
The old dogs ramble about all the benefits of the Covid pandemic – betcha didn’t expect that. We bring you another Ads ‘n Fads. We wonder why somebody would steal a non-fungible token. We present our second installment of Old Doggerel. We experience getting drunk with a hamster. And we give you 99 reasons why Betty White was special. The old dogs conversation continues the dialogue we started last time with Kathleen O’Brien, Suzanne Savoy and Kathy Biehl on women’s issues over aging.
2022-02-09
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 75: "Going Fourth"
The Old Dogs reminisce about the past three years of podcasting. Also a special Conversation with Kathleen O'Brien, Suzanne Savoy and Kathy Biehl about the problems women face as they age.
2022-01-25
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 75: "'Tis the Season to be Busted."
The Old Dogs reminisce about the past three years of podcasting. Also a special Conversation with Kathleen O'Brien, Suzanne Savoy and Kathy Biehl about the problems women face as they age.
2022-01-25
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 74: "A Friend in Need... of Friends"
The Old Dogs ramble about friends new and old, and their importance as we age. We reveal the truth about Canada’s strategic reserves… of maple syrup. We explain what’s happening when you lose the memory of where you have just been… and it isn’t alien abduction. We tell the tale of a guy who joined a search party that was looking for… him. And we quietly whine about movie dialogue we can’t hear, dammit! The Old Dogs conversation is with LIZ McNEEL, who is not just a great realtor, but a great advocate...
2022-01-06
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 73: "Ghostwriting Gives Us the Collywobbles."
In this episode the Old Dogs ramble about Ghost writers – are we getting cheated? We discuss the feasibility of teleportation and other sci-fi concepts. We enlighten you with another obscure word. We present four inventions that changed the world. And we dig into the concept of ghostwriting. The Old Dogs conversation is with EJ Nolan. A former DJ, disco king, sports announcer, voice talent, music entrepreneur and funnyman.
2021-12-21
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 72: "Everyone's Younger When You're 97"
The Old Dogs ramble about higher education – is it all that necessary? We learn about an actor who is still actively acting… at age 97. We get the latest musings from our chief aging officer. And Paul tries to stump me with a dictionary quiz. The Old Dogs conversation is with Paul Rosene, a music educator with too many accomplishments to list – still going strong at 92.
2021-12-08
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 71: "No Turkey Jokes, Please!"
In this episode The Old Dogs ask a dangerous question: Is Thanksgiving necessary? We bring news that Queen Elizabeth, age 95, has turned down an Oldie Award. We share an opportunity to take a round the world trip that covers almost a year. We take you to a place in Queens where they still serve malts and shakes the old fashioned way. We announce yet another rate increase from your favorite postal service. And we enumerate the high cost of Turkey Day this Thanksgiving. Our conversation is with JIM GREEN - a Doctor of Philosophy, a former Jesuit Scholastic, a...
2021-11-24
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 70: "The Only Thing We Have to Fear..."
In this episode the Old Dogs ramble about all our unrealized fears - what can we do about them? We bring you another installment of Ads and Fads. We report on a surprise appearance of a meteor in a lady's bedroom. We introduce a new kind of fixable computer for us technically challenged types. We offer commentary on William Shatner's recent bold flight into space. And we share the story of an English husband who upset his wife one too many times. The Old Dogs conversation is with MARTHA THOMASES: a prolific writer for New York publications and the c...
2021-11-10
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode 69: "What's in YOUR Sandwich?"
In this episode the Old Dogs ramble about what’s in our sandwiches. We enjoy a new album from Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett. We talk about what thieves are taking from kindergarten classrooms. We wonder if it’s a good idea to clone woolly mammoths. We offer a new tax haven for the super-rich: South Dakota. And we inspect Subway sandwiches for traces of Tuna. The Old Dogs conversation is with Richard Ferrone – a prolific audiobook narrator who isn’t done yet.
2021-10-28
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 68: "I’m so rich I could kill you"
Podnuggets:1. Ramble – Could you live the van life?2. De-worming won’t prevent Covid3. Living the van life4. Kathleen O’Brien – Chief Aging Officer #65. A fun word to say6. Robert Durst found guilty after decades of suspicion7. Old Dogs Conversation – Marcy Bannor
2021-10-13
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 67: "Clothing? Who Needs It?"
The Old Dogs ramble about clothing - who needs it? We bring you another edition of ads 'n fads. We shake our heads over China's uncooperative teens. We marvel at the technology that turns brain waves into words. We celebrate Willard Scott, who passed away at age 87. We give you some background on the Meyers-Briggs Personality Test. And we learn that although 80 percent of seniors are vaccinated. But that's not enough. The Old Dogs conversation is with Randy Lynch - a really nice guy who has been making his restaurant customers feel comfortable during these difficult times.
2021-09-29
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 66: "You're a Dunderhead! No, you are!"
In this episode the Old Dogs ramble about talking to strangers: would you? Should you? We talk about cheeseburger advertising that was too good to resist. We dig back in our linguistic past for old insults. We imagine how life on Mars would be… here on earth. We examine the cultural divide between North and South Korea. And get the benefits of talking to strangers. The Old Dogs conversation is with Craig Minbiole. A guy who did many things well for money and now does many things well for love.
2021-09-14
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 65 "Happy Birthday - NOT!"
The Old Dogs ramble about the pros and cons of birthday presents at our age. A cellist plays on at age 93... Names for body parts you didn't know you had... Our Chief Aging Officer weighs in on giving in to moving on... Pretending to live on Mars... America has three personalities... CARMEN THOMPSON EDWARDS has practiced non-traditional forms of healing for many decades. She thought she was giving it up when she moved to Arkansas, but it turns out it was a new beginning – a beginning that countless women have been benefiting from.
2021-08-31
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 64: "Being Single, Seeing Double"
The Old Dogs ponder what life would be like if we were old and single... another edition of Ads ‘n Fads... The Geezer Squad – a group of seniors providing fix-it services... Learning about aging from… aging chimpanzees... It’s not easy to hide a gold commode... Options today’s seniors have for relationships if they should become single again. In the Old Dogs Conversation we catch up with fast-moving Carolyn Strauss… former fashion model, Home Shopping Network mainstay, keynote speaker, podcaster and who knows what else.
2021-08-18
23 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 63: "Billionaire Astronauts - a New Frontier?"
The old dogs trade views on rich people buying their way into space. We “expose” that Canadian politician in more on-camera high-jinks. We talk about the pros and cons of electric vehicles. We report on a special kind of reward for one lucky New York kid. And we congratulate the oldest person ever to into space. The Old Dogs conversation is with Bill Seavey, an author, b and b owner, dwelling innovator, and much more.
2021-08-04
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No 62: "This Episode is about... uh..."
The Old Dogs ramble about losing our memory - if not our mind... Canadian politician needs a cover-up... Chief Aging Officer Kathleen O'Brien, author Reclaim Your Right to Grow Old, with another sage installment... How many oceans are there? Guess again... A third eye helps avoid obstacles... News flash: Vaccines are not magnetic... The Old Dogs conversation: the three cutups from the podcast, Another Day Above Ground.
2021-07-21
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 61: "Drink Coffee! Live Longer!"
We hate those "Celebrity" Commercials for Medicare, Investing, Travel... and we're not afraid to whine about it... More Ads & Fads... Yugo: The Car People Love to Hate... Coffee is a Wonder Drug!... The price of being watched just went up... A conversation with Allen Einstein: educator and basketball photographer. He has perfected a new way to engage teachers in teaching - and students in learning.
2021-07-08
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 60: "Robots Don't Steal Office Supplies!"
The Old Dogs Ramble about how Artificial is stealing our Intelligence. Then we offer a podnugget about how it's all happening. We also celebrate the Slang of the 50's, present more commentary from Kathleen O'Brien (our Chief Aging Officer) and introduce you to a concept you might do without: Non Fungible Tokens. Our Conversation is with Dale Irvin, co-host of the internationally famous (Number 25 in Mexican comedy) podcast, "Another Day Above the Ground."
2021-06-23
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 59: "Taking Out the Space Trash"
The Old Dogs ramble about driverless cars... More Ads & Fads... Seaweed bacon?... Driverless Cars... Trash in Outer SpaceA conversation with Kathy Biehl: is she a lawyer/actress? A food critic/author? All of the above? Something else?
2021-06-08
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 58: "Masks for Sale... Cheap!"
The Old Dogs ramble about our hopes and fears as we move back to more intimate socializing... A paycheck delivered in pennies... Commentary no. 2 from our Chief Aging Officer... A Palindrome for 61 Names... Unmasking the problem.The Old Dogs InterviewSANDRA MILLER is a family doctor who excelled in the medical profession, then turned to inventing a new genre of fiction: Medical Romance set at the rim of the Grand Canyon. She loves to talk about her rich past, her busy present, and her hopeful future.
2021-05-26
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 58: "Masks for Sale... Cheap!"
The Old Dogs ramble about our hopes and fears as we move back to more intimate socializing. .. A Paycheck delivery - in pennies... The Robots Are Coming!... No. 2 from our Chief Aging Officer... A Palindrome for 61 Names... Unmasking the Mask Problem. The Old Dogs Conversation: SANDRA MILLER. A family doctor who excelled in the medical profession, then turned to inventing a new genre of fiction: Medical Romance set at the rim of the Grand Canyon.
2021-05-26
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 57: "Socks with Sandals? Not Us!"
The Old Dogs take issue with what young people think older people think... New: "Ads and Fads..." G. Gordon Liddy can't cheat death... Dressing to the nines for online church - why not? 2020 by the numbers... An expert's take on stupidity... The Old Dogs have a conversation with John Remington, a professional actor... no, wait - an executive marketing director... no, wait - a national fundraiser... no, wait - a professional actor!
2021-05-12
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 56: "My Infrastructure Needs an Upgrade!"
The Old Dogs take on the infrastructure mess... commonly misused phrases... how wine ages in space... commentary from our Chief Aging Officer... new enthusiasm for VHS tapes... better to be locked up than locked down. The Old Dogs have a conversation with TED WEISGAL, lately famous for his Leisure Learning Unlimited program.
2021-04-27
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
Episode No. 55: "Cosmic? Cosmetic? Comic?"
The Old Dogs depart from their usual pointless ramble to offer an equally pointless quiz about obsolete occupations. We caution patients to avoid appointments with doctors who have court appearances on the same day. We read some more glowing fan mail. We suggest you avoid the first wave of colonists to Mars. We introduce you to a new feature on the podcast. And we present the current top ten list of scammers who target seniors. The Old Dogs conversation is with Doris Lance – a lady wh...
2021-04-16
25 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 54: "More Howling"
The Old Dogs take another look at "Howling at the Moon." Live longer with gin-soaked raisins! Can you say, "chinwag"? Defining the Senior Influencer. Another look at Awesome Aging. Experiencing a Goat-to-Meeting. The Old Dogs interview Old Man Steve Austin, who has gone viral on TikTok for doing practically nothing.
2021-03-30
23 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 53: "Life isn't a race - it's a ramble."
The old dogs ramble about… rambling during the pandemic. We report on how to throw off the cops, by throwing wine bottles at them. We tell the sad tale of a young lady who decided to try super glue instead of hair spray. We dip again into the old dogs fan mail. We celebrate the life of Larry King. And we offer advice on how to get the most out of your walks around the neighborhood. The old dogs continue our conversation Kathleen O’Brien, self-styled chief aging officer.
2021-03-16
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 52: "New Thoughts for Old Minds"
The Old Dogs ramble about that moment in time when you decide you're old. Plus lots of weird and sometimes useful news and a great interview with Kathleen O'Brien, self-styled Chief Aging Officer, who thinks "old" is something to be achieved, not ignored.
2021-03-02
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 51: "The Return of Sheila Tequila"
Dallasites still remember the fabulous Sheila Tequila and her retro shows. Most memorably, her spot-on performance as Tina Turner. Not bad for a middle-class white girl whose real name is Shelley Brandt. The Old Dogs have a try-to-keep-with-me conversation with Shelley as she looks back and ahead at her life as a performer. The Old Dogs offer their usual banter, flavored with such rich news items as "Why Do Monkeys Like Traffic Noise?" All this and much more in Episode 51.
2021-02-18
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 50: "A milestone around our necks"
In this episode the Old Dogs look back on two satisfying years of podcasting. We report on a man’s attempt to give away money that turned into an unexpected fundraiser. We learn that test show monkeys prefer traffic noise. We look beyond earth for possible earth-like destinations. We review some new terms created by the pandemic. We offer words of praise for Doctor Anthony Fauci. And we present another example of why Aging is Awesome. The Old Dogs conversation is with Herb Kupchik. A man of great medical accomplishment who discovered a new passion in retirement: the sport of...
2021-02-01
24 min
New Tricks for Old Dogs
No. 49: "Better to be Vaccined and Not Herd"
In this episode the old dogs ramble about guidelines for voters with dementia. We literally uncover a politician who hid Covid funds in his underwear. We announce with regret the cancellation of the bad sex in writing award. We wonder if stealing ancient artifacts can result in bad luck. We caution you about scammers preying on Covid fears. We dip again into the fan mailbag. And we report on what the law says about dementia and voting. In the old dogs conversation we catch up with Lucy Abernathy, a devoted Californian as much beloved now as a landlord as...
2021-01-18
24 min