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The Transitions NetworkWhy Society Has It Wrong About Getting OlderSend a textDr. Harry (Rick) Moody, Ph.D., recently retired as Vice President and Director of Academic Affairs for AARP in Washington, DC. He is currently Visiting Professor at Fielding Graduate University and also serves as a Senior Fellow of Encore.Org. Dr. Moody previously served as Executive Director of the Brookdale Center on Aging at Hunter College and Chairman of the Board of Elderhostel (now Road Scholar). He is listed with the NextAge Speakers Bureau and speaks extensively around the United States.Rick's Website: https://www.hrmoody.com/
2026-03-1154 minThe Transitions NetworkBreaking Ageism: The Untapped Travel Market ExplainedSend a textAdriane Berg is a leading advocate for age-inclusive tourism, fighting ageism and a sought-after authority on longevity marketing, demographic trends, and productivity. Her mission is to redefine aging by promoting good health, excitement, and accomplishment in the mature life stage. She believes in the power of travel, volunteering, and lifelong learning to inspire and empower boomers and older adults. Through her work, Adriane helps businesses better attract, serve, and retain these dynamic and valuable clients and customers.Adriane’s dedication to redefining aging and supporting the mature traveler makes her an essential re...
2026-03-0352 minThe Transitions NetworkShe Discovered Music Could Reverse Parkinson'sSend a textCarol Rosenstein founded Music Mends Minds in 2014 to help with her husband's Parkinsons. In the 12 years since it's founding, over 25 organizations and news sources worldwide have covered the Music Mends Minds story and their philosophy on the transformative power of music on the mind. The research behind our mission about the effects of music on the brain to prevent neurocognitive decline has been and is actively being conducted and expanded across the globe from the U.S. to Europe and Asia. This interview talks to Carol's passion and how she got involved i...
2026-02-2742 minThe Transitions NetworkFrom Probation Officer to Actress—Her Late-Life TransformationSend a textLee Gale Gruen (Lee Gale is her first name) lives in the East San Francisco Bay area. She has two children and three grandchildren. She graduated college from UCLA and had a 37-year career as a probation officer. After retiring, she became an actress, author, speaker, and blogger. She has appeared in television, films, commercials, theater, and print jobs. She performs regularly at medical schools portraying patients for student training and was one of six supporting exercise/dancers in the 2011 "Jane Fonda Prime Time Firm & Burn" workout DVD. Her transition to becoming an actress...
2026-02-2744 minThe Transitions NetworkThe Marriage Lessons Everyone gets WrongSend a textDr. Terri Orbuch (PhD), also known as The Love Doctor®, is an author, speaker, therapist, relationship coach, distinguished professor at Oakland University, and research professor at University of Michigan, Institute for Social Research. She’s published 1,000's of articles and authored six books, including, “5 Simple Steps To Take Your Marriage From Good To Great” and “Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps To A New and Happy Relationship.” Her latest book is called “Secrets to Surviving Your Children’s Love Relationships.” She is also the director of a landmark study, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), whe...
2026-02-2345 minThe Transitions NetworkThe Question Forbes' Top Coach Says You Must AnswerSend a textThis is an interview with Richard Leider, founder of Inventure – The Purpose Company, and one of America’s preeminent executive-life coaches. He is ranked by Forbes as one of the “Top 5” most respected executive coaches. Richard has pioneered the way we answer the question “Why do you get up in the morning?”. Widely viewed as a pioneer of the global purpose movement, his work is featured regularly in many media sources. His PBS Special – The Power of Purpose – was viewed by millions across the U.S. He has taken his purpose message to all 50 states...
2026-02-2348 minThe Transitions NetworkThe Generation Gap That Doesn't ExistSend a textDr. Catherine Rickwood is a researcher, consultant and speaker who challenges age stereotypes and invites individuals and organizations to reimagine the retirement paradigm. She recently collaborated with the University of New South Wales (Australia) Ageing Futures Institute on a project looking at multi-generational teams. Catherine Rickwood website:https://catherinerickwood.com/
2026-02-2350 min
The Transitions NetworkYou Don't Have to Get Dementia, Here's HowSend a textDr. Linda Ercoli, PhD, is the Interim Director of the UCLA Longevity Center and is a geriatric psychologist specializing in neuropsychology, dementia caregiver education, and the management of behavioral symptoms in individuals with dementia. She has collaborated on numerous research studies focused on early detection of dementia, late life depression, healthy lifestyle interventions, and caregiver support. This interview focuses on changing lifestyles in order to prevent the normal 'old age' deceases such as Dementia, Alzheimers and other age related diseases.#alzheimer #retirement #healthspan #transitionsnetwork
2026-02-2350 min
The Transitions NetworkAt 57, Clive Left His Job. What Happened Next?Send a textIn this conversation, Clive Illinden shares his journey of early retirement at 57 and the evolution of his YouTube channel, Level 50 Lifestyle. He discusses the importance of finding purpose and passion in retirement, the challenges of transitioning from a structured work life to a more flexible lifestyle, and the significance of social interactions. Clive emphasizes the need for a loose structure in retirement to maintain motivation and fulfillment, while also exploring the gradual changes that come with this new phase of life.#retirement #earlyretirement #lifeafter50 #purpose #personalgrowth #transition #mentalhealth healthClive's Podca...
2026-02-2347 min
The Transitions NetworkThe 4 Phases of RetirementSend a textIn this interview, we talk with Dr. Riley Moynes. Dr. Moynes has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning four decades in both public and private sectors. In public education, he served as a Department Head, a Superintendent and a Director of Education. He also authored several textbooks including a History of Russia, and a World Religions text. In the private sector, he was a Founding Partner of a major Canadian Wealth Management Firm, senior financial advisor, author of a book entitled The Money Coach which enjoyed sales of over 200,000 copies, and co-author of se...
2026-02-1553 min
The Transitions NetworkInternational Retirement PropertiesSend a textLief Simon has lived and worked in 7 countries on 5 continents and traveled to more than 75 countries. His real estate investment career began with a $5,000 down payment on a three-flat building in Chicago. From there, he turned his attention overseas and has bought property in 24 countries including France, Croatia, Portugal, Ireland, Belize, Spain, Argentina, Cyprus, Romania, and beyond. Lief has established residency in 3 countries and acquired a second passport from Ireland. In 2008 Lief and wife Kathleen Peddicord (co-founder of ‘Live and Invest Overseas’) purchased an acreage in Panama and installed underground electricity, water, and i...
2026-02-1551 min
The Transitions NetworkMind, Body, and SoulSend a textThis interview is with Dr. Helen Lavretsky, PhD, a professor at UCLA in the Department ot Psychiatry and a member of the UCLA Longevity Center. She is a Geriatric Integrative Psychiatrist with a US Federal funded research program in integrative mental health using mind-body therapies. Her current research studies include investigations into novel therapeutic options for mood and cognitive disorders in older adults. This interview is for the Healthspan vs Lifespan pillar and is meant to provide Transitioning adults information about preparing their mind, body, and soul for their second stage.
2026-02-1547 min
The Transitions NetworkRetiring to Panama - Episode 104Send a textThis podcast is part of The Transitions Network's Global Retirement Perspectives where we talk with Jackie Lange about retiring to Panama.Jacki Lange is the founder of Panama Relocation Tours, a company she launched after retiring, which has since helped thousands of people explore and relocate to Panama with confidence. Originally from Texas, Jacki moved to Panama in 2010 seeking a better quality of life, spring like weather, and a more affordable retirement. What began as a simple effort to help a small group of friends understand what life in Panama is really...
2026-01-2334 min
The Transitions NetworkThe Future of Tech for Retirees - Episode 103Send a textThis is an interview with Michael Rogers, former Futurist for The New York Times, talking about the future of technology for retirees. Michael Rogers is an author, futurist and interactive media pioneer. Michael was the Futurist for The New York Times and helps businesses and organizations worldwide think about the future. In recent year, He has worked with companies ranging from FedEx and Boeing to Microsoft and NBC Universal. His most recent novel, Email from the Future: Notes from 2084, was published on Earth Day, 2022.This conversation fits into the Technology f...
2026-01-2155 min
The Transitions NetworkWhy This Retiree Ditched Retirement to Start a Sustainable BusinessSend a textAs part of the Retirement & Entrepreneurship pillar, we bring you an interview with Paul Tasner, the founder and president of PulpWorks. Paul was 66 when he founded the company. PulpWorks is a sustainable packaging company replacing toxic, single-use plastic packaging with molded pulp solutions from 100% agricultural or paper waste that are compostable, recyclable, biodegradable, and plastic-free.PulpWorks website: https://pulpworksinc.com/ TEDTalk: https://youtu.be/Ogce5D2XMZ0?si=OXva87hrxlegVru8
2026-01-1344 min
The Transitions NetworkIntroducing The Transitions Network - Episode 101Send a textThis is the introductory episode of The Transition Network (TTN), a podcast that provides information and guidance to those that are approaching retirement or have recently retired.This episode talks about the 7 pillars that TTN focuses on:Retirement & Entrepreneurship, Identity & Emotional Reinvention, Global Retirement Perspectives, Technology for Retirees, Couple & Family Dynamics, Healthspan vs Lifespan, and Retirement & Volunteering. Each pillar is explained and the format of TTN's podcasts are explained as well.
2026-01-0909 min
Enterprise AlchemyEverything You NEED To Know About AI With CEO Neil RerupIn this episode of Enterprise Alchemy, Anthony Nash interviews Neil Rerup, a seasoned IT professional, discussing the evolution of technology, particularly focusing on AI and its implications for the future of e-commerce. Neil shares insights from his extensive experience in the industry, emphasizing the incremental nature of technological advancements and the potential for AI to transform user interactions and commerce.
2025-05-0844 min