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Age of AgingSeason 3 Finale: Neither Superheroes, Nor AngelsWhen we talk about dementia on this podcast, we are often talking about its most common cause: Alzheimer's disease. However, dementia has many causes, and among the most prevalent after Alzheimer’s is Lewy Body Disease. Though it can share similarities with Alzheimer’s, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) has distinct symptoms and challenges that can complicate diagnosis, treatment, and caregiving.
On the season 3 finale of the Age of Aging, we explore Lewy Body Disease and its impact on caregivers and families.
We begin with a clip from the documentary Facing the Wind, which follows two caregive...2025-07-2241 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #227 Nevah Ann and "Double-Edged War: Holding Ground"LISTENER ADVISORIES: STRONG LANGUAGE; DEPRESSION; SUICIDEPrince Endymion Ilan Amor thought everything would get better when the vampire species stepped out of the darkness. They revealed themselves to the world just in time to finalize their purchase of the state of Oregon. And for most of his species, it did get better. The former state became the Kingdom of Sidrea and vampires were finally free to stop hiding. But for Endymion, the only thing that changes is his address. The King’s memory is still faltering, his father still does everything he can to av...2025-07-1121 min
Books And TravelFearless Roots: Travel, Grief, And Resilience With Becky DoughtyWhat does it mean to come from everywhere and nowhere at the same time? How can travel shape our sense of self, and how do we find our way home when faced with unexpected grief abroad?
In this episode, I talk with author Becky Doughty about her traveling childhood as a missionary kid, a life-changing trip to Tuscany that resonated with grief, and how traveling alone helped her become more resilient.
Becky writes heartfelt and wholesome, contemporary commercial fiction and Christian fiction, including the Autumn Lake and the Tuscan Romance series.
Growing...2025-07-1037 minAge of AgingOkay, Let's Talk About Sex and DementiaSex and intimacy can be difficult topics to navigate, especially for caregivers and their partners facing the challenges of a dementia diagnosis. These conversations are often avoided, yet the emotional toll of intimacy-related struggles can be profound, bringing feelings of grief, confusion, and isolation. The stigma surrounding sex and dementia only deepens this silence, making open dialogue all the more essential.
On this episode of The Age of Aging, we explore one caregiver’s deeply personal journey through love, loss, and change. Alison Lynn, Director of Social Work at the Penn Memory Center, speaks with author and advo...2025-07-0839 min
Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball4⭐️ DE Tyson Harley Commits! What Penn State Is Getting in This Relentless Edge RusherPenn State just added another blue-chip defender to the 2026 class. Four-star defensive end Tyson Harley commits to the Nittany Lions after dominating at Gonzaga (D.C.), where he lined up opposite Michigan commit Carter Meadows.In today’s episode, Zach Seyko breaks down Harley’s scouting report, strengths, and what makes him a relentless edge rusher with sky-high upside. Plus, a full breakdown of Penn State’s defensive line recruiting under Deion Barnes: from overlooked gems like Isaac Chukwurah to camp standout Alex Haskell, this 2026 group could be the deepest D-line haul in recent memory.Become...2025-07-0617 min
Penn's Sunday SchoolWell I Like To Bring Everything Around to PornMatt and Brian Brushwood join Penn and Reddi for a live Q&A as part of a special creator retreat weekend in Austin, TX. New and old scams, more of Penn's thoughts on AI, the fallibility of memory, Penn's writing process, Penn & Teller's evolving position in the world of magic, and lots more.2025-07-021h 19
Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & BasketballNotre Dame & Michigan TORCH Penn State on the 2026 Recruiting TrailPenn State just suffered one of the most lopsided recruiting stretches in recent memory — but the class isn’t dead yet.In this Locked On Crossover with recruiting expert Brian Smith, Zach Seyko breaks down:- Why Notre Dame and Michigan combined to take 10+ mutual targets- How NIL, positional stacking, and roster retention shaped PSU’s strategy- Why Jackson Ford and Tyson Harley are big-time bounce-back wins- The looming impact of 2027 — and the current stability in PSU’s class- How retention (not just commitment...2025-06-2724 minAge of AgingTransforming a System of CareThe U.S. healthcare system is changing—especially when it comes to caring for older adults. The COVID-19 pandemic revealed how vulnerable our aging population is, and how unprepared many parts of the system remain. Overstressed nursing homes, overworked primary care physicians, and a lack of accessible resources for dementia care remain persistent challenges.
But there’s hope. New technologies, treatments, and care models are reshaping what aging and diagnosis can look like. The question now is: How do we deliver these advances to the people that need them most?
In this episode of the Age of A...2025-06-2435 minAge of AgingEarly Onset CaregivingWe often think of dementia as something that affects the oldest among us, and that’s often true; at the Penn Memory Center, the average age of diagnosis is between 70 and 75. In most of those cases, caregiving falls to a spouse, partner, or adult child. But what happens when dementia is diagnosed before the age of 65?
In this episode of the Age of Aging, we explore early onset dementia and the young caregivers who step up when their lives are just beginning. The stories of teens and young adults reveal the unique challenges of caregiving and what the...2025-06-1040 min
Laugh Lines with Kim & Penn HoldernessHow Did We Survive the 90s?This week on Laugh Lines, Penn and I take a trip down memory lane with the most unhinged things Gen X did in the 90s. (Seriously… how are we even alive?) If you’ve ever gotten a late fee at Blockbuster or ridden in the back of a pickup truck without a seatbelt, this episode is for you. Welcome home. We heard from so many listeners who shared amazing stories: homecoming games with a live tiger from the zoo, going on cross-state road trips as teenagers, and even piling 20 college kids into the back of a U-Haul with a keg...2025-05-2735 minAge of AgingFrom Surviving to Thriving After 50The world is getting older—and that reality is what inspired this podcast. Thanks to advances in medicine, healthier lifestyles, and improved living conditions, people are living longer than ever. That’s a good thing. However, longer lives will also require a lot of change from both individuals and society. We will have to prepare now for something earlier generations never considered possible: the second 50 years of our lives.
In this episode of the Age of Aging, Executive Producer Jason Karlawish speaks with Debra Whitman, Chief Public Policy Officer at AARP, about her new book, The Second Fifty...2025-05-2749 minAge of AgingBefore I Go: Can We Talk?No one wants to think about their death, let alone talk about it. But having a meaningful conversation with your loved ones about your final days is one of the most important things you can do for them and yourself. End of life is a logistically and emotionally challenging time, so making critical decisions before the process of dying can save you and those around you from further stress and turmoil. Luckily, some experts can help you navigate this time's many legal and emotional complexities.
On this episode of the Age of Aging, we are talking about de...2025-05-1337 minAge of AgingDiet, Exercise and.... Doodling?At the Penn Memory Center, one of the most common questions we hear is: What can I do to keep my brain healthy as I age?
We often reference diet and exercise as essential tools when it comes to maintaining a healthy brain. There’s another, often-overlooked way to boost brain health, fight depression, and support cognitive resilience. It’s not a pill. It’s not a trend. It’s something far more human: our hands.
On this episode of the Age of Aging, we explore the power of our hands and why using them intentionall...2025-04-2941 min
State MediaThe RIVALRY That Has The College Baseball World Talking | Tyler Kendall On Penn State vs. USC Clash!The On Deck Circle is back! This week, Penn State Baseball Alum Tyler Kendall joins the show to discuss the BIG 10 rivalry between Penn State & USC! They go in-depth on the Nittany Lions’ dominant sweep against Minnesota in Big Ten play and what it means for the team’s momentum this season. With a stellar offense racking up double-digit runs and key performances from standout players like Paxton Kling, the team is proving they’re a force to be reckoned with in college baseball.Here's What To Expect:- The big picture of Pen...2025-04-171h 13Age of Aging"I Had My Old Girl Back"In dementia care and research, it’s widely accepted that people living with advanced dementia often lose the ability to connect and communicate as they once did. However, one phenomenon has been the exception to the rule. “Paradoxical lucidity” is a term used to describe brief moments in which individuals with severe dementia suddenly regain clarity, communicate, and reconnect in ways thought to be long lost. While care partners witness and commonly share experiences with clinicians like Dr. Jason Karlawish, paradoxical lucidity remains understudied. In a recent study, Dr. Karlawish partnered with anthropologist Dr. Justin Clapp to explore the meanin...2025-04-1539 minAge of AgingWhat Does Spring Smell Like?What does spring smell like?
What do you think is a beautiful sound?
If those questions made you pause for a second and reflect, that’s exactly the point. These are examples of “beautiful questions,” open-ended prompts designed to push you beyond your everyday thinking and invite you to look at the world a little differently. Writer and artist Anne Basting developed beautiful questions as a way to creatively engage people, particularly older adults with impaired cognition. These questions are part of what Dr. Basting calls “creative care,” a method that fosters meaning, conversation, and storytelling f...2025-03-2510 min
All Home Care MattersThe Co-Director of the Penn Memory Center Dr. Jason KarlawishAll Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome back Dr. Jason Karlawish. About Dr. Jason Karlawish: Dr. Jason Karlawish is a physician, writer, and professor at the University of Pennsylvania. He researches bioethics, aging, and neuroscience and co-directs the Penn Memory Center, where he cares for patients. He is the author of The Problem of Alzheimer’s and Open Wound and has written for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and more. He serves on the board...2025-02-2648 min
Deep Cuts: The GameSeason 2 Episode 6: High School ReunionIn a flashback to our glory days we are joined by the man himself Michael Cudlitz. Will a trip down memory lane when we go over some of his most iconic roles as well as some of his more obscure screen appearances be more then he can handle? Or will it just get him ready for a game of Deep Cuts?Michael Cudlitz InstagramUse Promo Code "DEEPCUTS15" at MoviePosters.com - Over 100,000 titles to choose from!2025-02-171h 07Age of AgingDementia in 2025: An Expert RoundtableWelcome to a special bonus episode of the Age of Aging! As we bring in the New Year, we're taking a moment to reflect on the key milestones in dementia research and clinical care from 2024 and share our excitement for what's ahead in 2025. Today’s episode features a conversation between three distinguished leaders in dementia research and clinical care at Penn Medicine and beyond.
Dr. Jason Karlawish is a geriatrician and co-directs the Penn Memory Center. Dr. David Wolk co-directs the Penn Memory Center as well as the Institute on Aging, and is a cognitive neuro...2025-01-2136 min
Dementia MattersLATE, ExplainedWhile there are many kinds of dementia, like Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, there’s one that researchers have only recently identified. LATE, or Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy, is a newly-characterized type of dementia associated with abnormal clumps of a protein called TDP-43. So, what exactly do we know about LATE? Dr. David Wolk joins the podcast to share what key features of LATE are, how it compares to Alzheimer’s disease and impacts treatment, and what next steps are needed to better understand this neurodegenerative disease.
Guest: David Wolk, MD, director, Penn Alzheimer’s Disease...2025-01-1422 min
New Books in Critical TheoryBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
New Books in Popular CultureBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
New Books in Military HistoryBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
New Books in Museum StudiesBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1346 min
New Books in Politics and PolemicsBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
New Books in American PoliticsBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
NBN Book of the DayBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 min
New Books in American StudiesBarbara A. Biesecker, "Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State" (Penn State Press, 2024)By the 1970s, World War II had all but disappeared from US popular culture. But beginning in the mid-eighties it reemerged with a vengeance, and for nearly fifteen years World War II was ubiquitous across US popular and political culture. In Reinventing World War II: Popular Memory in the Rise of the Ethnonationalist State (Penn State University Press, 2024), Dr. Barbara A. Biesecker explores the prestige and rhetorical power of the “Good War,” revealing how it was retooled to restore a new kind of social equilibrium to the United States.Biesecker analyzes prominent cases of World War II remembr...2024-12-1348 minAge of AgingSeason 2 Finale: Ideas We Should StealIt’s the season 2 finale of the Age of Aging! To celebrate, we welcomed back guests from Seasons 1 and 2 and asked them to dream big to improve aging in America.
In this episode, you’ll hear a wide range of ideas: from integrated child and eldercare to ballet training for young adults to walkable communities and many more. This episode is an opportunity to think idealistically about the world, hear ideas from people in the Penn Memory Center community, and develop some ideas of your own.
Season 3 of the Age of Aging will begin early next ye...2024-12-1043 min
Hot BreadHot Bread: Penn Takes OverHot Bread: Penn Takes Over brings two compelling hours of entertainment including half an hour of exceptional music chosen by Little Jase. This Sunday morning’s breathtaking episode promises a positively memorable listening experience.
Join Hot Bread’s phenomenal host, Little Jase, for a relaxing Sunday meander through the bread bakeries of your wandering musical minds. Enjoy some enriching music which will take you down memory lane back to yesteryear. Hear music from amazing artists from way back when, including Dean Martin, Steve Harley, Redgum, Procol Harum and more. Plus, Little Jase could even have some amazing surprises...2024-12-051h 50Age of AgingHoliday Caregiving TipsThe holidays are a time for celebration, joy, and being with loved ones. Unfortunately, it can also be a time that brings stress and anxiety. Between travel, shopping, and managing family dynamics, this season can feel overwhelming. For caregivers and individuals with dementia, these challenges are often magnified. Travel and social gatherings can pose unique difficulties, leaving many caregivers wondering: What will the holidays look like for my loved one and me this year?
To help you answer this question, we sat down with Director of Social Work at the Penn Memory Center, Alison Lynn, to explore s...2024-11-2629 minAge of AgingBuilding TrustProviding equitable aging research and care faces a major barrier: minorities that are disproportionately impacted by dementia are greatly underrepresented. Data shows that Black and African American individuals are twice as a likely to develop dementia. Hispanic and Latino populations are one and a half times as likely. At the core of this issue is what researchers call social and structural determinants of health (SSDOH). These are the ways our health is impacted by social factors in our environment, poverty, racism, and limited access to healthy food. Outreach is the central way research centers, such as those at the...2024-11-1229 min
BWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White IllustratedBWI Live: Penn State vs. Ohio State Preview | Do the Lions FINALLY Break Through?Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDCheck out today's sponsor: rothrockwoodproject.comIt's Ohio State Week for the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team. For the first time in recent memory, the Lions are the higher-ranked team heading into this game. But are they the favorite? On today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing the team's prospects against the Buckeyes this coming weekend in Happy Valley. Join us live to get your opinions on air! We'll be interacting...2024-10-301h 04Age of AgingWhat's Your Voting Plan?This November, millions of Americans will head to the polls for the 2024 presidential election. But while the right to vote is essential to our democracy, unfortunately, the process of voting can present unique challenges for individuals with disabilities like dementia, often requiring outside assistance. If you’re a caregiver, how much can you help someone vote? What kind of assistance is available to those with dementia?
On episode 3 of the Age of Aging, we look at voting, and what the process means for individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
We begin by talking with Dr. Jason...2024-10-2927 minAge of AgingArts on the MindAn Alzheimer's doctor goes to the opera...This isn't the start of a bad joke; it's the result of a collaboration between the Penn Memory Center and leaders of Philadelphia's arts community. The first of its kind at PMC, the Arts on the Mind Festival explored the intersection of the mind and art over a two-month event span. Music, literature, visual art, and film were all featured as mediums to better understand the importance of art in our lives and even how art can be used to help those with cognitive impairment.
On episode 2 of the Age of...2024-10-1527 min
Taking Control: The ADHD PodcastUnapologetically Awesome with Penn & Kim HoldernessThis week on The ADHD Podcast, hosts Nikki Kinzer and Pete Wright wrangle the comedic duo, Penn and Kim Holderness, authors of the New York Times bestselling book, ADHD is Awesome. Known for their viral videos (and possibly for single-handedly introducing COVID to the US, but we'll let Kim explain that one), the Holdernesses bring their signature blend of humor and honesty to a conversation about ADHD, vulnerability, and the art of the perfectly timed split jump.Kim, the self-proclaimed anxiety and OCD whisperer to Penn's whirlwind of ADHD energy, shares her side of the story, revealing...2024-10-101h 04
Marketing Over CoffeeAI Voice Chat, Agents, and CannoliIn this Marketing Over Coffee: Now with more synthetic focus groups, AI memory manipulation, and Deadpool Wolverine Direct Link to File Brought to you by our sponsors: Wix Studio and NetSuite Open AI text to chat Voice Interface now available Voice as the next big interface Virtual focus groups by training models on your Ideal Customer Profile Try out Advanced Voice Mode in ChatGPT to start Andy Crestodina's latest Blogging Statistics - 80% of bloggers are using AI as part of their content creation 2024-10-0424 minAge of AgingIn Sickness and in HealthOver the past two years, the world has seen major developments in Alzheimer’s disease treatment with the release of two new medications: Lecanamab, marketed as Leqembi, and Donanemab, marketed as Kisunla. These two treatments are the first of their kind to reduce the physical signs of Alzheimer’s disease in the brain and potentially slow down the progression of cognitive decline.
In the premiere episode of season 2 of the Age of Aging, we explore these new anti-amyloid therapies, what they are, and how they may change the lives of patients and caregivers.
We begin with...2024-10-0122 minAge of AgingWhat's Next for the Age of AgingThe first four episodes mark the end of the first season of the Age of Aging. But don’t worry! The second season of the Age of Aging will resume two weeks from now. With a slightly different format, the stories of Season 2 will feature old and new voices from researchers, clinicians, and patients.
In this episode, hosts Terrence and Jake reflect on their favorite stories from season one, share feedback from listeners, and talk about the lessons learned along the way. They’ll also give you a sneak peek into season two, highlighting some of the s...2024-09-1709 min
Seniority AuthorityPenn Memory Center's New Dementia Support ProgramSometimes all you need is a helping hand! Today, we sit down with Felicia Greenfield, an advocate for dementia caregiving support, to delve into the transformative power of mentorship for caregivers. Felicia shares the origin and impact of a pioneering program designed at the Penn Memory Center, which pairs experienced caregivers (mentors) with those newly navigating the caregiving journey (mentees).The program, rooted in compassion and shared experience, offers practical guidance, emotional support, and a sense of community, demonstrating the profound difference mentorship can make in the lives of caregivers and their loved ones. Felicia discusses the...2024-09-0536 minAge of AgingDiagnosing DementiaDiagnostic testing is at the heart of both the clinical care and research at the Penn Memory Center. Patients and research participants alike undergo various diagnostics such as PET scans, MRI scans, and cognitive tests. These tools help clinicians turn symptoms such as dementia into a diagnosis like Alzheimer’s disease. But what are these tests? And what can they actually tell us about aging?
On Episode 4 of the Age of Aging, we examine the full diagnostic experience.
Our first segment explores MRI and PET scans and what they tell us about t...2024-09-0341 minAge of AgingThe Caregiving EpisodeWe often think of Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia in terms of their impact on the individual living with the disease. Of course, this is with good reason: a person with an age-related neurological disease will experience difficulties in their day-to-day life incomprehensible to most others. However, for every patient, there is one person or many people caring for that person daily. Caregivers do the often unsung physical and emotional labor of dementia, making sure a person is safe, healthy, and living as comfortably as they can be.
In honor of this impor...2024-08-2034 minAge of AgingLiving Well with PurposeWe all hope that we can age with as much independence, purpose, and well-being as possible in our later years. Unfortunately, aging is never so straightforward and we will all face our own unique challenges and complexities as we get older. So, with all this uncertainty, how do we get the most out of this later stage of life?
In our second episode of the Age of Aging, we explore stories about maintaining dignity, health, and a sense of meaning in our older years.
Our first story will look at a new mo...2024-08-0642 minAge of AgingDo I Want to Know?Clinical advancements have made it easier than ever to learn your personal risk of developing age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Through genetic testing or biomarker measurement, you can learn if you’re more likely than your peers to develop dementia as you age.
Do you want to know?
In our first episode of the Age of Aging, we explore exactly that question.
First, we’ll hear about the role of genetic counselors in guiding people through the process of genetic testing. In our second story, Dr. Emily Largent discusses how people react to lear...2024-07-2345 minAge of AgingSeason 1 TeaserA podcast about living well with an aging brain. Brought to you by the aging experts at the University of Pennsylvania.
Supported by the Penn Memory Center, Penn FTD Center, Penn Institute on Aging, and Penn Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
Episode 1 available Tuesday, 7/232024-07-1203 min
Laugh Lines with Kim & Penn HoldernessSummer Mode & Mundane CelebrationsHoping you all are enjoying your summer so far. Happy to say that Penn and I are currently in full-on summer mode. After a very busy spring with our book tour, we’ve been lucky enough to squeeze in some beach time in between work, sports, camps, and college prep for Lola. Penn Charles capped off his busy spring with a celebration for graduating from 8th grade.PC was quick to remind us that this was “no big deal,” but we were excited to celebrate him. This sparked a conversation between Penn and me about what other m...2024-07-0235 min
State MediaThe Pocket: Ep. 39 | How Big Ten Realignment Will Affect Penn State In 2024 & Beyond w/ Mike HullFormer Penn State linebacker Mike Hull joins Christian Hackenberg on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys rewind the clock, offering a deep dive into the Joe Paterno era and 2013 NCAA sanctions with Mike Hull. The guys also share their thoughts on Big Ten realignment and how it will affect Penn State in 2024 and beyond.
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Harvard Harris Poll Debrief with Mark Penn and Bob CusackFebruary 2024 - Immigration Concerns ContinueHere are the findings of the February Harvard CAPS / Harris poll, which was released together with The Hill today. The poll was conducted February 21-22, 2024, among 2,022 registered voters by HarrisX and The Harris Poll. President Joe Biden’s overall approval rating rose to 45% while his immigration approval remained at 35%, his lowest on any issue. Immigration and inflation are the top two issues for voters for the second month in a row.Stay tuned for the next Harvard CAPS / Harris poll podcast debrief at https://www.markpennpolls.com/ or other podcast platforms. Other key findin...2024-02-2621 min
Paul's Positive PodcastPaul's Positive Podcast: Embracing Life's Mosaic with Kal Penn and Mary J. Blige's Empowering StoriesPaul's Positive Podcast: Celebrating Human SpiritWelcome to Paul's Positive PodcastHosted by the vibrant Amy Iverson, this podcast is a soul-stirring journey tailored just for you, Paul. It's an awe-inspiring payload of optimism, diving into stories of remarkable individuals whose lives embody the epitome of the human spirit's resilience and joy. In this captivating segment, Amy revels in the awe-inspiring tale of Kal Penn. Her enthusiasm is palpable as she recounts Penn's multifaceted life—a tapestry woven with the threads of diverse cultures, illustrious career shifts, and a touching narrative of self-discovery. Kal...2024-02-2106 min
Penn Primary Care PodcastDementia Part 2- Alzheimer's DiseaseIn this podcast, Dr Williams continues the discussion with Dr Jason Karlawish of the Penn Memory Center with a deep dive into the Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis and emerging therapies.2023-11-2200 minPenn Primary Care PodcastDementia Diagnosis and Management- Part 1In this podcast, Dr. Williams speaks with Dr. Jason Karlawish, Co-director of the Penn Memory Center and national expert on neurodegenerative diseases, about the evaluation and diagnosis of cognitive impairment, highlighting the various dementia subtypes and how to distinguish between them.2023-11-0700 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #128: Michael Beardslee with "The Fenton Mafia"LISTENER ADVISORY: VIOLENCEAbout The Author: Michael Beardslee is currently retired after 34 years of working in the auto insurance industry claims world with the majority of that time being spent as a field trainer. He has lived in the state of Michigan his entire life, mainly in Livingston County. He currently resides in Brighton and West Branch, Michigan with his wife, Terese Fitzpatrick, and Molly, their golden retriever.Michael was born in Flint, Michigan and graduated from Fenton High School. He has a BME degree from Eastern Michigan University.Title: The Fenton MafiaGenre: Fictionalized M...2023-10-2527 min
THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of the North: Penn State-Ohio State can match Washington-Oregon and North Heisman Trophy casesWashington earned its biggest regular-season win in recent memory by beating Oregon last week, and Penn State has a chance for its biggest win in nearly 20 years when it visits Ohio State this Saturday. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis are here to break down all these huge games and best players in Northern football on another episode of Kings of the North.Topics include:Are Syracuse, Colorado, Washington State and West Virginia OK?The rise of Air ForceRutgers defense and Utah adaptabilityRanking Washington, Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan and the best...2023-10-161h 37
The Reflective Mind PodcastSaving Our Memories: Understanding Alzheimer's Disease with Dr. Jason Karlawish, MDConcerned about your aging loved ones?In today's episode, hear about the remarkable ongoing research in Alzheimer's Disease, including advances in diagnosis and treatment. Every year there are more options to slow memory loss and prolong meaningful life, bringing hope to individuals around the world. Join Jennifer Reid, MD as she interviews Jason Karlawish, MD, a professor of medicine, medical ethics and health policy, and neurology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. He is co-associate director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and co-director of the Penn Memory Center. He...2023-10-0242 min
People of the PodWhat Jewish Students at Penn Want You to Know About Antisemitism and the Palestine Writes EventAll eyes have been on the University of Pennsylvania and the Palestine Writes event, a gathering meant to give voice to Palestinian art, poetry, and literature on campus. However, a number of the speakers, including Roger Waters and Marc Lamont Hill, have well-documented histories of antisemitic statements. Maya Harpaz, Vice President of Israel Engagement at Penn Hillel, and Jonah Miller, a reporter for The Daily Pennsylvanian, take you through what unfolded, growing campus antisemitism, defining free speech on campus, and the responsibility of university administrators to protect Jewish students. *The views and opinions expressed by gu...2023-09-2827 min
The Final Four Is Not On The Schedule - A Podcast Discussing Michigan State Basketball.Penn State Tries to Rebuild from the AshesSeptember 7, 2023: In perhaps the most surprising season in the Big Ten (outside of Purdue winning and then face planting in the NCAA tourney), the Penn State Nittany Lions did what few thought possible. Micah Shrewsberry cobbled together a team of veterans, grad transfers, and portal additions without any size and managed to get a .500 record and NCAA tourney berth.
Not only did PSU make the NCAA and win a game, they almost knocked out a really tough Texas team to make the Sweet 16. However, the most shocking thing about the Lions was that they have to be t...2023-09-071h 10
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastTears Remember ARC Excerpt - Tara's AccidentThe following is an excerpt from the new paranormal novel, Tears Remember by Diana Kathryn Plopa.
Moira’s spirit is trapped in the century-old Whitefish Point Lighthouse off the northern coast of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Mired by a tragic history, she struggles to escape the terrors that bind her to the light, awakening her fears and threatening the lives of a group of reluctant collaborators.
A writer’s retreat at the Light brings together the creative strengths of a group of aspiring novelists. To save themselves, they must finish Moira’s story, imagining an ending that...2023-07-2711 min
Prerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastCoachWelcome Back! The crew took a few weeks off, but are back with this weeks guest, Head Women's Basketball Coach, Cimone Reid. Cimone talks family, basketball, and Drake. Everyone takes a trip down memory lane, and all the updates for the coming weeks. Enjoy!2023-06-0253 minPrerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastIsaac is everywhereFreshman golfer and Mechanical Engineering major, Karson Cropp joins the podcast this week! Karson details his interest in engineering, his plans for the future, and so many hilarious stories. One of our funniest episodes ever. The crew takes a trip down memory lane and of course all the upcoming events for the week. Enjoy!2023-03-201h 02Prerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastHammer TimeStudent Athlete Garrett Hamrick joins the podcast to talk about his journey to Shenango, growing up in West Virginia, and some childhood memories. Garrett is a great story teller and incredibly funny. We take a trip down memory lane, and much more!2023-01-171h 02
BWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White IllustratedBWI Daily: Penn State vs Michigan Monday Recap ShowStill not done venting? The BWI Daily Monday show is here for Penn State fans to discuss the team's first defeat of the season. Now that we're 48 hours removed from the 41-17 defeat, what context does Blue White Illustrated have to share on the game? Join host Thomas Frank Carr and senior Editor Nate Bauer as they discuss the game and take your questions. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKBauer, the eternal optimist, looks at the game differently than most fans and...2022-10-1859 min
Life on PauseRadiation TherapyFor those who have not gone through cancer treatments before, many aspects of experience may be unknown. This can mean that new cancer patients feel surprised and caught off guard by the processes and side effects of various cancer treatments, especially in the case of radiation therapy. So what should new radiation therapy patients be aware of to prepare them for their treatment?Life on Pause is a podcast created by and for young adults living with cancer. In this episode, guest speakers talk about their experiences with radiation therapy to treat their cancer. Together our speakers...2022-09-2034 minBWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White IllustratedRecruiting Show: Penn State picks up another corner in the Class of 2023, new pick is in for 2024 defensive endPenn State recruiting doesn't have much momentum, but that doesn't mean they're stagnant. The BWI Daily Recruiting show is back and better than ever to cover the Nittany Lions' efforts to secure the next generation of athletes. Recruiting veteran Sean Fitz joins Blue White Illustrated insider Ryan Snyder to discuss the latest news. Subscribe so you don't miss Fitz and Snyder! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKThey start the show discussing Penn State's newest commit, three-star cornerback Zion Tracy. The St. Thomas More post-graduate player committed to the Nittany Lions over the weekend in a...2022-09-1433 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #40 Julie Navickas with "I Loved You Yesterday"LISTENER ADVISORY: STRONG LANGUAGE
About The Author: Julie Navickas is an award-winning author of contemporary romance. She has a keen ability to weave heart-wrenching, second-chance love stories through relatable characters with humility, humor, and heroism. She has quickly become a much-anticipated new author with Inkspell Publishing. When not writing, she spends her time serving as the executive director of The Writing Champions Project, a global writing community. She is also the public relations manager with Burning Soul Press and is an award-winning instructor in the School of Communication at Illinois State University where she teaches coursework in wri...2022-08-2421 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #35 Kathleen Kaska with "Murder at The Menger"About The Author: Kathleen is a Texas gal. Except for an eighteen-month hiatus living in New York City after college, she lived in the Lone Star State continuously for fifty years. Since then, Texas has been hit and miss—a little hit, but a heck of a lot of miss. There was a time when she thought she would happily die in Austin, Texas. But circumstances and weather—especially weather—changed that. Now she spends most of the year on Fidalgo Island in Washington State with a view of the bay and the mountains. When she gets homesick, she and he...2022-08-0525 minPrerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastMemory LaneTake a trip down memory lane with us this as we steer into the skid of nostalgia. No guest, but we reminisce on some our favorite things over the years!2022-07-2540 minLife on PauseChemotherapy: What to ExpectChemotherapy involves so much more than just treating cancer. Chemotherapy treatments involve various side effects that can challenge patients mentally, physically, and emotionally. On this episode of Life on Pause, our host Kasara talks with guest speakers to discuss their experiences receiving chemotherapy treatments for their cancer diagnoses. Together they share their stories to provide insight to listeners and help other cancer patients know that they aren’t alone.Life on Pause is a podcast created by and for young adults living with cancer. Within this episode, listeners can hear real experiences cancer patients have had with ch...2022-05-1044 min
OMNIA PodcastIn These Times, Season 4 | The Many Mediums for Confronting Trauma (Ep. 4)The legacy of trauma resulting from more than 200 years of slavery in North America, and colonialism abroad, has yet to be fully comprehended. In this episode, Breanna Moore discusses her engagement with fellow student collaborators to recreate the history of Penn’s connections to slavery, which began with a memory book and a journey through her own family’s history. And Deborah Thomas explains how the many mediums of art, including film, dance, and photography, have helped her promote healing within communities marked by trauma in Jamaica and beyond.This episode includes excerpts from Four Days in May...2022-05-0431 min
Indie Reads Aloud: A Storytelling PodcastEpisode #11 Michael Beardslee with "Bad Hombre"About The Author: Michael Beardslee is currently retired after thirty-four years of working in the auto insurance industry, with the majority of that time being spent as a field trainer. He has written five books, with his sixth on the way. He has lived in the State of Michigan his entire life. He currently resides in Brighton and West Branch, Michigan with his wife, Terese Fitzpatrick, and Molly, their Golden Retriever.
Title: Bad Hombre
Genre: Creative Non-Fiction/Memoir
Book Synopsis: This story is loosely based upon the author’s senior year of high scho...2022-04-2223 min
The HuddleEpisode 11 - Aeneas Hawkins and Fred HansardWhat's it like to be a student athlete? What is it like to go viral on TikTok? Aeneas and Fred have experienced both of these, and they are best of friends! Noah and Destiny were able to catch up with both of them on their life as a student, as an athlete, and has an individual.
0:00 - 5:15 Sports Update
5:15 - 7:08 Who is Aeneas? Who is Fred?
7:08 - 8:40 Life during the off-season and in-season
8:40 - 10:21 Navigating social life
10:21 - 12:01 Penn State Pride
12:01 - 13:29 TikTok
13:29 - 16:13 Hobbies...2022-03-2330 min
R&P PodcastEP 45: A Walk Down Memory LaneWhat's Good Yaw! Welcome to another episode of the R&P Podcast, in this episode the guy's discuss celebrities and tv shows from their childhood, Content creators who impacted them, and streaming! Tune in and enjoy! Everything R&P Podcast: https://linktr.ee/rnppodcast Everything PLAX: https://linktr.ee/PLAX Rick's Instagram: https://instagram.com/rikkitikki12?ig…#ukraine #comedy #nostalgia #podcast2022-03-031h 07
Yellow and Brown Tales: Asian American Folklife TodayWater Beliefs and the Importance of Energy: A Conversation with Folklorist Dr. Wennifer LinJoin folklorist Dr. Margaret Magat and folklorist/ ecopreneur Dr. Wennifer Lin as they talk about the importance of treating water in a holistic manner, and her green business, The Water Brewery. Dr. Lin talks about her research in Hawai‘i on midwifery, pregnancy and birth empowerment and how ingesting clean, mineral-rich, restructured water promotes pre- and postpartum wellness for the mom, as well as enhances the health of the developing child. She also brings attention to the pollution caused by single-use, disposable plastic water bottles, and its detrimental impact on our environment and our bodies. Dr. Lin discusses the belief that w...2022-02-0937 minBWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White IllustratedBWI Daily: How Penn State's passing game can be better next yearRosters constantly churn in college football, but this week, we have a better idea of what Penn State football will look like next fall. With that in mind, the host of the BWI Daily Edition, Thomas Frank Carr, thinks that Penn State's passing attack can be different and better in 2022. Transfer Mitchell Tinsley changes aspects of the Nittany Lion passing attack that can alter how they generate explosive plays.Before that, T-Frank sets the scene by talking about the Penn State offensive line. With the significant change up front comes considerable uncertainty. He addresses...2022-01-1915 min
R&P PodcastEP 39: 2021 end of year recapWhat's good R&P family, The guys are bringing you an extra special episode The R&P end of the year recap!! The 2-hour+ special has Rick and Plax pick their personal favorite Pod moments and go down memory lane of their journey as podcasters. Stick around for the special and comment some of your favorite R&P moments in the comment section bellow. Happy New Years from R&P!! #NewYears #Podcast #comedyEverything R&P Podcast: https://linktr.ee/rnppodcastEverything PLAX: https://linktr.ee/PLAXRick's Instagram: https://instagram.com/rikkitikki12...2021-12-292h 04
OMNIA PodcastIn These Times, Season 3 | Your Brain on Drugs (Ep. 4)New medications, treatments, and implants that affect our brains have helped thousands overcome ADD, ended seizures, and even show promise for restoring memory lost to brain trauma. But these enhancements have implications for individuals and society. How far can we go? Who gets the enhancements? In this episode, we'll hear from a psychology professor about what’s being done and what we can learn from science fiction.Guest:Martha J. Farah, Walter H. Annenberg Professor in the Natural Sciences in the Department of Psychology and Director of the Center for Neuroscience and Society***...2021-11-0324 min
The Sports Extra Podcast26 - Fake injuries, Penn State group therapy & Hershey Bears season beginsEPISODE 26: This Penn State bye week has been the most dramatic one in recent memory. There's the unknown of QB1 Sean Clifford's future after an injury against Iowa in the Nittany Lions first loss of the season. Plus Penn State lost defensive tackle PJ Mustipher for the rest of the season on the first defensive drive of the game.Then there's Iowa's coach Kirk Ferentz claiming Penn State was faking injuries while he defends his fans for booing the PSU players. So much to break down on this week's episode of The Sports Extra Podcast. Plus the s...2021-10-1557 min
BWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White IllustratedBWI Live: Monday Recap Show of Penn State‘s White Out WinThe Blue White Illustrated staff is live every Monday on YouTube with a recap of that weekend's Penn State Football game. This week host Thomas Frank Carr, Senior Editor Nate Bauer and staff writer Dave Eckert go through Penn State Football's 28-20 win over Auburn in the White Out game.
They discuss:
- Sean Clifford's performance
- Where that game ranks among the other notable White Out games in recent memory
- The role the tight ends played on Saturday night
- What having two top 25...2021-09-201h 03
Memory TalkMemory Champion Reacts to Penn Teller's Nail Gun Magic TrickI would never do Penn Teller's Nail Gun Magic Trick in a million years even with a trained memory! But how would you do this trick using memory techniques? I know reacting to a video in an audio format is weird, but I focused on the explaining on how to do Penn Teller's Nail Gun Magic Trick so you can still enjoy it!
You can start learning memory techniques right away by getting your free memory program: memory-projects.com/intro-to-memory-techniques
Start training your memory with different memory events at the best memory training website: https...2021-08-1421 min
Lion LegacyJared Melzer + Ross Weisbrot, Hosts - Lion Legacy (#25)Special 25th episode edition presented by Lions-Pride.com! Co-hosts Jared Melzer and Ross Weisbrot talk about their experiences at Penn State, their great friendship and their journeys post graduation. Jump right in:(1:43) - Meeting at Penn State(5:27) - Choosing Penn State(11:54) - Favorite Penn State memory(15:19) - Life after graduating(25:54) - Staying connected to Penn StateShow off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.com.Keep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU...2021-08-0534 minBooks And TravelTravel That Changes The Way You Think About The World With Pam Mandel“We’re all so far downstream from who we used to be.” Pam Mandel
We all have ideas about places that are far away from us, but when you talk to real people who live there, it’s hard to hold on to your preconceived notions. Those encounters can remain with you in memory even as you change and the place you left changes too.
Pam Mandel is an award-winning freelance travel writer and co-founder of The Statesider, a newsletter of U.S. travel stories. Her latest book is The Same River Twice: A Memoir...2021-05-1343 min
OMNIA PodcastIn These Times | Beyond the Covid-19 Crisis (Ep.6)The worldwide scale and scope of discontinuity, loss, and uncertainty has made the year of the pandemic like no other in recent memory. How are we processing this moment, and how do we move forward? In this episode, we talk to three students, who share how the COVID crisis has reshaped their undergraduate experience at Penn and their visions for the future. We also hear from a professor of English on the parallels between the traumas of the early 20th century and our current challenges, and an expert in the science of resilience offers her thoughts on coping with...2020-12-0939 minPrerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastEpisode 28- Special moments in the professionWe welcome the terrific Academic Advisor Billie Jean Horvath to PtP and she shares her favorite memory with one of our favorites Kelvin. SPOILER ALERT- Be cautious as we discuss our favorite tv shows and movies that we would love to change the ending!2020-11-0643 minPrerequisite- The Penn State Shenango PodcastEpisode 20- Talking to Animals- Guest Donique MarcellaWe learn more about Student Donique Marcella, her favorite volleyball memory, and find out which of us would rather be able to talk to animals versus humans, and who knew Donique was such an entrepreneur?! 2020-09-1137 min
Marquette Memory BoxPoetry by ME Kilpatrick, member of the Marquette Poets CircleIn today’s episode we have poetry about current events and more by ME Kilpatrick including one very special to my heart. ME Kilpatrick is a poet and Quaker minister of the Birmingham (AL) Friends Meeting. He is a member of the Marquette Poets Circle.
Mr. Trump, You’re No Tiger Woods
Mr. President, you play golf,
while we, the people, cough.
We know you like to tee off,
with a club swing like your mop.
In a game where silence is golden,
your poor loudmouth becomes emboldened.
It’s sad...2020-07-0605 min
Democracy WorksCivil rights, civil unrestAs protests continue throughout the U.S. in the wake of George Floyd’s death, we’ve been thinking a lot about comparisons to the Civil Rights era and whether the models for demonstrations created during that era are still relevant today. As we’ve discussed on the show before, public memory is a fuzzy thing and we’re seeing that play out here amid discussions of how peaceful protests should be.
Our guest this week is uniquely suited to speak to questions of civil rights and civil unrest. Clarence Lang is the Susan Welch Dean of Penn Sta...2020-06-0840 min
UnrivaledEpisode 21 - Best of the BestAs Penn State awaits its bowl destination, Mitch Gerber brings you some of the top moments from the Unrivaled Podcast during the 2019 regular season. Share your favorite memory (@PennStateFball or @MitchGerber), what you've learned and who you want to hear from in the future.
(1:00): Rece Davis - College GameDay
(6:39): Chris Fowler, Holly Rowe and Todd Blackledge
(26:39): Football Superstore
(39:52): Family Dinner
(48:54): Nascar Pit Stop2019-12-0553 minMarketing Over CoffeeNeuromarketing: Making The Subconscious ConsciousIn this Marketing Over Coffee: Pranav Yadav talks to us about his work at Neuro-Insight! Direct Link to File Brought to you by our sponsors: LinkedIn and OmniFocus Pranav Yadav is the US CEO of Neuro-Insight Neuroscience, Neuromarketing and marketing to the subconscious Getting storytelling and branding together 10:03 LinkedIn Marketing Solutions is how B2B Marketers and advertisers drive brand awareness and generate leads. It’s the only place where you can find over 610 million user accounts, all business focused, that you can target by title an...2019-08-0136 minBooks And TravelNorthumberland: Ancient Lindisfarne, Modern Newcastle With L.J.RossThe north-east of England combines the ancient history of Viking raids and English castles, with the stark beauty of Lindisfarne island cut off by the tides, and the vibrant city of Newcastle linked by its seven bridges.
In today’s episode, mystery author, LJ Ross talks about love of home, why she sets her books in the area, and tips for visiting.
LJ Ross is the internationally bestselling author of the DCI Ryan mystery series set in the north east of England including UK number one bestseller, Holy Island.
Why Louise feels th...2019-07-2534 min
Date Night with Jake and PagePenn & Kim HoldernessWelcome to another round of Date Night! In this episode we're bringing back Penn and Kim Holderness of the Holderness Family, but this time, we're on their turf. This episode is a replay of a Holderness Family Podcast episode they aired of us on June 11. We talked Father's Day, making friends as adults and much more...and then we talked about it again, because Penn forgot to insert a memory card for the first recording. OMG, Penn.
We love Penn and Kim. We don't need to belabor it here - you can listen to our first episode with them (Ep. 5...2019-07-1947 minBooks And TravelGranada And Cordoba In Andalusia, Spain With Historical Thriller Author, David PennyAndalucia brings to mind balmy evenings with the scent of oranges in the air, the sounds of flamenco guitar, and the exotic architecture of the Moorish Alhambra.
In this podcast interview, I talk to David Penny, author of The Thomas Berrington Historical Mysteries, which are set in medieval Spain.
You can listen above or on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and full transcript below.
Show Notes
The inspiration for David’s detective novels set in Moorish Spain
Writing about an...2019-03-0239 min
Baby Got BackstoryBGBS 008: Marc Hyman and Zak Penn | Writing Hollywood Blockbuster Movies by OsmosisBGBS Episode 008: Writing Hollywood Blockbuster Movies by OsmosisDo you like movies? Have you seen Osmosis Jones, The Avengers, Antz, or Ready Player One? Well, today’s guests, Marc Hyman and Zak Penn, are not only well-known Hollywood screenwriters, but friends who have shaped my life and of course my view on story. So, I’m glad you’re listening as we stroll down Memory Lane to share their backstory about stories they write that resonate with millions of people.
You’ll Learn…
Becoming writers at a young age and their first breaks in the movie business
W...2018-10-311h 06
Democracy WorksHow will we remember Charlottesville?This weekend marks the one-year anniversary of the Unite The Right rally and counter protests in Charlottesville, Virginia that claimed the life of Heather Heyer and set off a firestorm around President Trump’s remarks about who was to blame for the violence. One year later, the Robert E. Lee statue at the center of the controversy is still there, and it seems the conversation about what it stands for has stalled.
Brad Vivian
The Lee statue is part of a complicated public memory about the south’s Confederate past. These shared stories of the Civil War and w...2018-08-0629 min
Democracy WorksHow will we remember Charlottesville?This weekend marks the one-year anniversary of the Unite The Right rally and counter protests in Charlottesville, Virginia that claimed the life of Heather Heyer and set off a firestorm around President Trump’s remarks about who was to blame for the violence. One year later, the Robert E. Lee statue at the center of the controversy is still there, and it seems the conversation about what it stands for has stalled.
Brad Vivian
The Lee statue is part of a complicated public memory about the south’s Confederate past. These shared stories of the Civil War and w...2018-08-0629 minDemocracy WorksA democracy reading listIf you’ve been to a book store or the library lately, then you’ve probably seen at least a few books on democracy on the shelves. The 2016 presidential election spurred a lot of conversation about the current state of our democracy and where things go from here. These books are not what most people would call beach reading, but they are important to understanding what’s happening in the U.S. and around the world right now.
We know you probably don’t have time to read all of them. Hopefully this episode will help you choose o...2018-07-0951 min
Democracy WorksA democracy reading listIf you’ve been to a book store or the library lately, then you’ve probably seen at least a few books on democracy on the shelves. The 2016 presidential election spurred a lot of conversation about the current state of our democracy and where things go from here. These books are not what most people would call beach reading, but they are important to understanding what’s happening in the U.S. and around the world right now.
We know you probably don’t have time to read all of them. Hopefully this episode will help you choose o...2018-07-0951 min
The Magnetic Memory Method PodcastAphantasia: Develop Your Memory Even If You Cannot See Mental ImagesAphantasia. Sounds like a magic word a magician would say before conjuring a rabbit from his hat, doesn’t it? But let me ask you this as you click play and listen to the audio version of this page: [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/magneticmemorymethod/Aphantasia__Develop_Your_Memory_Even_If_You_Cannot_See_Mental_Images.mp3″ title=”Aphantasia: Develop Your Memory Even If You Cannot See Mental Images” social_linkedin=”true” ] Can you visualize the magician pulling out the rabbit by his ears? For most of us, it will...2018-03-2154 minThe Magnetic Memory Method PodcastAphantasia: Develop Your Memory Even If You Cannot See Mental ImagesAphantasia. Sounds like a magic word a magician would say before conjuring a rabbit from his hat, doesn’t it? But let me ask you this as you click play and listen to the audio version of this page: [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/magneticmemorymethod/Aphantasia__Develop_Your_Memory_Even_If_You_Cannot_See_Mental_Images.mp3″ title=”Aphantasia: Develop Your Memory Even If You Cannot See Mental Images” social_linkedin=”true” ] Can you visualize the magician pulling out the rabbit by his ears? For most of us, it will...2018-03-2054 min