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The Character of ComedyDamon ConlanIn 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/]
2024-10-1947 min
The Honest FilmmakerFrom Fright Fest to Film Hub with Georgia Conlan and Martin Hardwick- Charlotte the MovieSend 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...
2024-10-0144 min
New Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2024-06-1224 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2024-03-2724 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2023-03-0125 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2022-10-2624 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-09-2624 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-09-1824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2022-08-2725 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-08-1124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-07-2724 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-06-0424 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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
2022-06-0324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-06-0124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-05-1824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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
2022-05-0324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-04-1924 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2022-04-0723 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-03-2523 min
Papa Geoff's AmericaWho Is That Voice? w/ Professional Voice Over Artist Jim ConlanHave 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 "...
2022-03-0943 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-03-0924 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2022-02-2324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-02-0924 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-01-2524 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2022-01-2525 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2022-01-0624 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2021-12-2124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2021-12-0824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2021-11-2424 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2021-11-1024 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2021-10-2824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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
2021-10-1324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2021-09-2924 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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.
2021-09-1424 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-08-3124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-08-1823 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-08-0424 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 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.
2021-07-2125 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-07-0824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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."
2021-06-2324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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?
2021-06-0824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-05-2624 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-05-2625 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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!
2021-05-1224 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-04-2725 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 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...
2021-04-1625 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-03-3023 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-03-1624 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-03-0224 min
New Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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.
2021-02-1824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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...
2021-02-0124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 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...
2021-01-1824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 48: "Trolling for the Truth"The Old Dogs ramble about trusting news sources. A Kentucky town where the mayor is a dog. Information overload jumbles the truth. Another edition of Aging Is Awesome. Warning signs you may have overlooked. An Abysmally Bungling Burglar. The Old Dogs have a conversation with Arthur Schechter – a lawyer, diplomat, humanist and friend to some of the most colorful politicians of our recent past.
2020-12-2124 min
Selling is NOT easyThe art of being non-salesy with Jim RiesIs there a difference between sales and business development. According to Jim Ries of Offit Kurman, there is.
In this episode Jim shares the principles and practices that have made him successful and how being self awareness is your greatest advantage.
2020-12-1738 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 47: "The Election: Red and Blue? Or Black and Blue?"In this episode the Old Dogs wonder how we can best get on with The Healing Process. We celebrate a first-time voter at age 70, divulge some dirty paleontological words, read more fan mail, mourn the death of our favorite 007, discuss what retirees are looking for and wonder who actually signed an open letter supporting "herd immunity." Our conversation is with Eileen Morris, a veteran actress and director who has been instrumental in growing one of the largest and best-known black theatres in the country.
2020-12-1024 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 46: "Don't Make an Ash Out of Yourself."It had to happen sooner or later... Jim and Paul ramble about cremation. Also reports on wasted words, staying sharp online, what people want to do with their "remains," how to social distance while "playing" rugby, and rocky results after retirement. The Old Dogs have a conversation with Neil Thompson, a Hollywood actor, writer and director who gave it up for his first love: teaching history.
2020-11-2425 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 45: "Vote for This Fake Episode!"The Old Dogs ramble about better ways to spend election money. Potty-mouth parrots... Too much fake news is enough... Taking a stand on phony chicken... Celebrating essential workers... A little Fan Mail... Too much licorice can kill you – who knew? An Old Dogs Conversation with Mark Swan, an octogenarian who still hasn't settled on a career.
2020-11-0925 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 44: "Any Twit Can Tweet on Twitter"Ramble: social media for seniors. Podnuggets: What the heck is bruxism? A postcard arrives a century late. The king of sting. Just say “no” to see-through public toilets. Interview: Tecla Murphy, publisher of the popular seniors magazine, Outlook By the Bay.
2020-10-2824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 43: "Old Elephants Know Best"In this episode the old dogs ramble about passing along our infinite wisdom to our heirs. We share fascinating – and relevant – information about the role of older elephants. We caution about the overzealous use of fly swatters. We study the new social phenomenon of walk-tailing, we tell the tale of a retired cop who finally got his man. And we mourn the passing of one of our boyhood heroines, Diana Rigg. The Old Dogs conversation is with David Henry: an international authority on what’s going on in the wild lands above the Artic Circle.
2020-10-1324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 42: "Let's Shake On It... Not!"The Old Dogs ramble about the funding crisis in small arts organizations - and what that may mean for thousands of performers... The usual assortment of unlikely news items... A conversation with a couple of expats, Sandy Hardwick and Shirley Pettis, who found not only cheaper living in Costa Rica, but a more rewarding life.
2020-09-3024 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 41: "Are you a man or a robot?"The Old Dogs ramble about the rising tide of robots and artificial intelligence - probably in order to deflect the conversation from their own intelligence. Also, podnuggets about, yes, intelligent glasses, trading a hairpin for a house, robot movie stars, and a brief celebration of the long life of Olivia deHavilland. The Old dogs conversation is with Susan Alexander, whose search for a “real job” led her to degrees in English, business, law and who knows what else.
2020-09-1424 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 40: "We're not complaining, but..."Old Dogs Ramble about complaining: when to complain, when not to complain, what to complain... you get the idea. We also feature podnuggets on how not to lose weight, Isaac Newton - the pandemic remedies, now not to lose weight, making a fashion statement out of left-behind laundry, the payoffs of being kind, and - ohboy - a 14,000-year-old stool sample. Is this quality entertainment or what? The Old Dogs conversation is with Elaine Adams, an octogenarian with a love of birds... and opera.
2020-08-3124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 39: "Driving While Old"The Old Dogs reflect on how to know when to turn in our driver license. Funny Marriage Musings. A Surplus of Bathing Suits. Michele Watkins on Loneliness. Regional Slang. Getting a Piano for a Song. The Old Dogs chat with JOHN FLORIAN, founder of the nationally awarded Voice Over Xtra information service for voice talent.
2020-08-1925 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 38: "Blaming the 60's on 50's TV"The passing of Carl Reiner leads the Old Dogs to dredge up memories of the comedy of the 50's, morality, protests, bad behavior and, of course, The American Way. Also, the usual array of silly podnuggets and an interview with the Heartbeat of a major metropolitan newspaper.
2020-08-0324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 37: "Some Things Are Meant to be Puzzling."Once again the Old Dogs offer tricks for coping, including a discussion on what makes us resilient... buying books, but not reading books... a ballpark organist finds a new audience... Three Amigas discover fantasy travel... and a conversation with John Madden, master of the trickiest and most expensive puzzles you've ever heard of.
2020-07-2124 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 36: "I Don't Dig Your Slanguage, Dude."A brief and baffling conversation with a Gen-Z-er about current slang. Shopping madness moves online. The Ancient Truth about the so-called Weaker Sex. Nutty Neologisms. Exploring the globe without leaving home. A conversation with Dian Griesel, author of the Silver Disobedience Blog, who believes that getting to know ourselves with kindness will help us - and help us understand others better.
2020-06-2924 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 35: "Relax: You're Not Going Anywhere."Old Dogs talk through their masks... mindless eating... goodbye Eddie Haskell... catching up with Kristin Bartell... car-eating rats... relax-productivity is now optional. Old Dogs conversation: Jean and John Ranahan. After living all over the world they settled in a most unlikely place.
2020-06-1724 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 34: "You Ain't Missed Nothin' Yet"Old Dogs ramble about what we miss, and what we may not get to see again. Introducing the tri-kini. Weekly newspapers are disappearing. Violinist plays during brain surgery. More scam advice from Bob Elder. Draft beer is going down the drain. A conversation with Charlie McCarthy, IT guy, super salesman, crack lawyer and who knows what else?
2020-06-0224 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 33: "The Lockdown Frees the Mind"The Old Dogs discover that extra time frees the mind to think more about human nature - and natural nature. We've got plenty of topical podnuggets, plus a special interview with Dr. Thomas Cole, author of Old Man Country and a leading authority on medical humanities.
2020-05-2025 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 32: "Is it Normal Yet?"Amid all the craziness of the pandemic, The Old Dogs fit right in. This podcast is dedicated to lightening the mood of everybody's lousy mood. We offer more undisputed "facts" about life in the pandemic, a book review, a reprise of a recent conversation, and a new conversation with an Old Dog who specializes in documenting the lives of other Old Dogs.
2020-05-0325 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 31: The Old Dogs Go ViralIn this special episode we reflect on life during the pandemic. We offer our personal experiences, the usual weird news, signs of hope, and interviews with some of our past podcast contributors.
2020-04-0725 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 30: Running... and running... for officeAt this point we're happy that we're still pumping out our bi-weekly podcast. Lots of fun stuff, including weird news items and practical advice, plus a conversation with Rick Antonson - a travel writer who became a writer who travels.
2020-03-1824 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 29: "Cruising Through Retirement"How would you like to live on a ship? More and more retirees are booking long-term passage on ocean cruises instead of retirement homes. The Old Dogs reflect on the ups and the downs in this episode. Plus more oddities from the news, a special look at investment scams by a specialist with the State of Texas and a conversation with Jacquie Witt, a tour guide who may be about to announce a history-changing discovery in South America.
2020-03-0324 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 28: "The New Normal"Everyone our age is dealing with changes - we can complain about them or we can learn to adapt. It's what some people have taken to calling the New Normal. Also Podnuggets weird and not-so-weird, and a conversation with Buddy Barnes, an engineer by trade with years in both military and civilian service who in his late 70's is mentoring new engineers.
2020-02-1724 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 27: "I See Dead People!"Old Dogs ramble about the merits of talking with loved ones... after they have passed away. Be wary of medical procedures that generate more medical procedures. The relationship between "coffee chaff" and car parts. A Connecticut employer hands out a whopping Christmas bonus. The Old Dogs announce a new service: the Old Dogs podcast on broadcast radio. In the Old Dogs Interview, Jim Conlan gets his turn in the hot seat as partner Paul Menzel probes his past and current life for clues to what makes Jim think he's so darn funny. An in-depth interview full of shallow questions.
2020-02-0323 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 26: "Where have all the malls gone?"Our second season opens with the Old Dogs reminiscing about the pleasures of shopping indoors. We'll report on how malls are now disappearing at a rapid rate. We’ll celebrate Big Bird, who just turned 50. We describe how an expert on money laundering… launders money. We admire an imaginative motorist who turned a car… into a banana. And we'll note how even some big box retailers need to take a closer look at what they offer online.In celebration of our second season, we have decided that our first interview will be with the dean of Old Dogs podcas...
2020-01-2024 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 25: "We Need a Vacation"Old Dogs ramble about the fact that, after 25 be-weekly episodes, we need a vacation… but where to go? Podnuggets: Waffle House gets late-night help from customers... Improbable research topics... Can you stay incarcerated if you’re already dead?... The American diet: “How sweet it is”... Quilty the feline escape artist... Interview: Anna Louise Bruner, a retired teacher who turned to play writing and producing, still going strong in her 80's.
2020-01-0622 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 24: "Is Social Media Social?"The Old Dogs ramble about the way society has changed in how they socialize. Is there a difference between social media and socializing? It all depends on the nature of the relationship. We explore more oddities of current news, athletic seniors, disposing of old prescriptions (heed this advice!) and more. Our interview is with Thelma Zirkelbach. She doesn't look like it, she doesn't sound like it and her name certainly doesn't suggest it, but for many years Thelma wrote particularly steamy romance novels for Harlequin.
2019-12-1822 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 23: "Vacation Hell"The Old Dogs ramble about stuff we're still buying - even if we shouldn't; a dog who went missing for 12 years; a friend in need when you're homeless; a cruise-ship mutiny; an Irishman who got the last laugh - at his own funeral; pointers on how to sleep better. The Old Dogs interview Linda and Jerry Patchen, a couple whose ideals were born back in the 60's and have remained with them in their 70's.
2019-12-0323 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 22: "Are we really what we eat?"Old Dogs ramble about sushi and other oddities of contemporary consumption. Podnuggets: Can a ride on a lawn mower get you a DUI? Airbnb fraud. Too young to dance. The world's fastest old man. Why aren't we eating more bugs? The Old Dogs Interview: Part 2 with Michelle Watkins. Michelle gives us an overview of how to make the right choice when looking for a senior living community.
2019-11-1821 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 21: "Retirement Living is About Living."Michelle Watkins, a retirement living marketing specialist, talks about the many advantages of moving to a retirement community. Also: Old Dogs ramble about rock concerts: are we still welcome? Podnuggets include the benefits of napping; busted in Sardinia for pilfering sand; Transient Global Amnesia; somebody stole a solid-gold toilet; experts defend the five-second rule.
2019-11-0423 minNew Tricks for Old DogsEpisode 20: "You Can't Buy Shoes with One Foot in the Grave."Old Dogs ramble about late-life optimism. Podnuggets: Optimism can extend your life. Woman publishes first poem collection at 100. The last toll collectors. Is that a spider in your ear? The Life and Times of Molly Ivins. The Old Dogs Interview: Marc Grossberg is a tax lawyer who grew up in Houston, Texas. During his long career he’s kept a sharp eye and ear open for what goes on in this cosmopolitan city. The result is that, in his seventies, Marc is about to have his first novel published that’s all about what goes on behind the closed door...
2019-10-1521 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 19: Living longer: is it all good?If you've hoped for a longer life, there's reason to hope. But there's a down side. The Old Dogs ramble about what some of the consequences might be. We also offer news about the decline of cursive writing, the dangers of putting an octopus on your face, using butter as a sculpting medium, how to work your way out of causing offense, and the demise of Minnie Mouse. The Old Dogs also interview Dick Smith - entertainer, ad man, late-life painter, still going strong in his eighties.
2019-09-2621 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 18: Too Old? Don't Fold!Yes, a lot of us have skills we may not want to practice anymore for fear of hurting someone or ourselves. But we still have a lot to offer. Plus podnuggets about aging surgeons, intensive grandparenting, a very enterprising root-beer sales-boy, hungry food-delivery services, and facts about going barefoot. Our Old Dogs Interview is with Robert Flatt, an exceptional nature photographer made more exceptional by the fact that he's living with Parkinson's Disease.
2019-09-0923 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 16: Aging in Place Beats MovingOld Dogs ramble about why staying in your own home beats moving; why more seniors are choosing aging in place; the Rolling Stones are pushing annuities; the old Mission Control at NASA gets a facelift; a four-year-old kid takes his grandpa's car for a spin; and fake news depends on what you believe is real news. The Old Dogs Interview: Steve and Vicki Farrell, nationally acclaimed comedy team and husband and wife talk about their continuing love affair with each other - and with performing.
2019-08-0522 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 15: The Line Forms HereOld Dogs on what’s worth waiting in line for; Queuing up to climb Mt. Everest; avoiding procrastination; a fake cake mistake; an octogenarian pole vaulter; and a tough act to swallow. Plus Part 2 of our interview with New York actress Suzanne Savoy.
2019-07-2321 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 14: The Last LaughThe Old Dogs ramble about designing their own memorial celebration, then share info about why funeral homes are hiring event planners. We'll also have Podnuggets on how one clever company got their stolen van back in record time; we'll give you some tips on taking selfies safely; we'll unravel the mystery of the drunken raccoons. And in Part One of a two-part interview we'll chat with New York actress Suzanne Savoy: her life on the big screen in the big city and other travails of a working actress.
2019-07-0822 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 13: "Journey to the Starbucks and Beyond"Old Dogs ramble about the salutary effects of our favorite beverage: coffee. Dummies test roller coaster safety... badly. The passing of the most exhibited artist in the world. Yard decor: Yabba Dabba Do... or Yabba Dabba Don't? How rock stars do their laundry. The OD Interview is with Don Phelan - former ad-man, successful real-estate broker, avid cyclist, and a pretty darn good novelist.
2019-06-1422 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 12: If you don't use it... lose it.Old Dogs on how stuff accumulates; a guide to unclutter your living space; the importance of respecting your elders; a documentary called “Ask Dr. Ruth”; a nude mannequin yard party; and a drone that barks like a dog. Plus an interview with Tom Fabel, long-time attorney and jurist, part-time thespian and playwright.
2019-06-0323 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 11: The Last BlockbusterIt is with shameless pride, or maybe prideless shame, that we announce Episode #11 of “New Tricks for Old Dogs." Once again we take a look back at an iconic moment in consumerism and social behavior - when folks stopped going to the movies every week and started watching them on their VCR's. There's the usual assortment of odd news and useful information, plus an interview with folks who have learned that living at home isn't the only way to live.
2019-05-1722 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo 10: "I forgot what I was trying to remember!"Anybody else besides us have a bit of a memory problem? The Old Dogs attempt to sort through remedies for this common malady. We also divulge good news about the health benefits of chocolate; commend a Frenchman for crossing the ocean in a barrel; mourn the passing of an exceptional gastropod; promote standing up for fitness; and commemorate an iconic TV game show. In the Old Dogs Interview we chat with Chris Seiberling, an energetic septuagenarian who is looking for meaning - past and present - in an artificial feature of the American West: the 37th Parallel.
2019-04-2621 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 9: You Can Be Old and BoldMore age-seasoned wisdom from the Old Dogs, this time about why TV and film producers like to make fun of older people. We'll review Amazon Prime's The Kominsky Method; a dating app for cows called "Tudder"; celebrating Motown Records at 60; a robber who used a scooter for a getaway; and a disagreement about how high is up. The Old Dogs Interview is with Steve Epstein, a former comic with an interesting and funny career path. His current occupation is selling collectibles on E-Bay and being the chauffer to four grandchildren.
2019-04-1021 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 8: Is Purell Puerile?The Old Dogs hold forth on how clean does clean need to be... Podnuggets review various oddities from the news... and we interview Kathy Drago, an educator-turned portraitist whose specialty is the female face - the "old-old" female face.
2019-03-2822 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 7: How Old Do You Feel?In this episode the Old Dogs ramble about feeling our age, acting our age, or otherwise dealing with our age. We'll offer the usual Podnuggets from the news, plus an interview with Tom Cliff, a lawyer-turned-banker-turned psychologist. Can you even do that?
2019-03-1122 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 6: Not-Useful ThingsOld Dogs on dated concepts Five myths about daylight savings You can order breakfast at Tiffany’sReady for a test tube burger?A kinder and gentler George BushAn insecure Cyber Security MinisterPlus an interview with Meryl Moritz, erstwhile dancer, world-traveler and life coach.
2019-02-0622 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 5: Sputnik and beyond!Remembering the heyday of NASA; NASA is losing its property; remembering Stan Lee; Beards: a healthy choice? Startups for golden agers; RBG: the movie; Interview: Judy Cochrane - great grandmother, mayor... and alligator slayer.
2019-01-1021 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 4: A Cashless SocietyMusings on how to pay when they no longer take cash; praising Jimmy Carter; pig pals; judge issues get-out-of-jail-free cards; comfortable air travel; Old Dogs interview with Dr. Michael Lieberman
2019-01-1018 minNew Tricks for Old DogsNo. 2: It's All Downhill from HereIn our second podcast we muse on why we created our second podcast. Podnuggets: More older people are finding work... Scrabble accepts 300 new words... Those mysterious "Sell by and Use by labels"; You’ll never believe what passengers steal from planes. The Old Dogs Interview: cartoonist Bill Hinds, creator of Tank McNamara.
2019-01-0921 min