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70+Roz70+RozA Pinch of Lithuania and A Dash of Kosher ~ Nida DegutieneNida's Lithuanian a devoted food blogger, writer and freelance journalist, shares her background and her expertise in Jewish cuisine. She's the wife of the Lithuanian Ambassador to Australia and has won the Gourmand International Cookbook Award in 2016 for Best Book of the Year 2015 for her work on "A Taste of Israel," which focuses on Jewish cuisine and hospitality. Nida is a very successful blogger you can find her at www.nidoreceptai.lt Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2025-07-2722 min70+Roz70+RozGaza's Voice - Behind the HeadlinesToday we're going to talk about Gaza's voices and behind the headlines. And it really is important. I was going to post this later on, but just seven minutes ago I got a message on Facebook from my friend Atty Sharaf, who is our guest today, and she said: "Today our beloved nephew Abdul was killed in Gaza. He was 21 years old. He was crushed by an aid truck while trying to get flour to feed his starving family. Abdul was a savvy young man, smart, resourceful and deeply caring. He he died trying to survive, trying to look after...2025-07-2725 min70+Roz70+RozLet's Talk Turkey & Swim the Bosphorus 27Episode 24 Let’s Talk Turkey and Swim the Bosphorus with Dr Suzan Oniz Today we chat with Dr Suzan Oniz, a retired academic from Ankara, Turkey. Suzan has a wealth of experience and insights on life after 70. She's swum the Bosphorus a number of timesand now shares her unique perspectives on aging, culture, and life in Turkey. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2025-07-2025 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 26 Flute for Thought~ Notes for Memory - Dr Sally WalkerEpisode 26 Flute for Thought - Notes for Memory – Dr Sally Walker Dr Sally Walker is a world-renowned Australian flautist currently serving as Senior Lecturer in Classical Performance (Woodwind) at the Australian National University (ANU). She's a versatile musician with expertise in both historical and modern flute playing. Sally shares her musical journey and in particular the music she has helped to create to assist people in care with dementia. If you get a chance listen to her playing ‘Tuesday’. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace profes...2025-07-1320 min70+Roz70+RozAll You Need is Love : Here, There and Everywhere with Jamie Hayes + Jessica and ZoeAll You Need is Love : Here, There and Everywhere with Jamie Hayes +Jessica & Zoe Jamie Hayes is touring Australia presenting his lecture series on the Beatles. He is a musical director with extensive experience leading UK festivals, musical conservatoires and opera companies. Jamie chats about how four humble Liverpool lads conquered the pop world and have left an incredible legacy. Their success and legacy remain unrivalled by any other pop band in the world. Some pop groups are not just of their time; some are for all time. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and...2025-07-0616 min70+Roz70+RozUruguay Uncovered: Insights from her Excellency the Ambassador 24Episode 24 Her Excellency Mrs Dianela Pi Ambassador of Uruguay Her Excellency Dianela Pi is a Uruguayan career diplomat. She generously chats about the relationship with Australia and Uruguay. Most Australians likely have limited knowledge about Uruguay, with some possibly aware of its progressive politics, vibrant arts scene, and high standard of living. However, specific details about Uruguay's history, culture, and daily life may not be widely known in Australia. The ABC series Old People’s Homes for 4 Year Olds had a big impact on Dianela and she was able to link up with Griffith University and create a similar program in...2025-06-2926 min70+Roz70+RozUruguay Uncovered : Insights from the AmbassadorAmbassador of Uruguay, Her Excellency Dianela Pi is a Uruguayan career diplomat. She generously chats about the relationship with Australia and Uruguay. Most Australians likely have limited knowledge about Uruguay, with some possibly aware of its progressive politics, vibrant arts scene, and high standard of living. However, specific details about Uruguay's history, culture, and daily life may not be widely known in Australia. The ABC series Old People’s Homes for 4 Year Olds had a big impact on Dianela and she was able to link up with Griffith University and create a similar program in Uruguay. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Pa...2025-06-2226 min70+Roz70+RozReflections of War- Sounds of Peace 23In a world where conflict and division often dominate the headlines, it's more important than ever to take a step back and reflect on the importance of peace and acceptance. Dan Walker the musical director of the Canberra Choral Society chats about Karl Jenkins "The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace". This is a work that powerfully conveys the devastating consequences of war and the universal human quest for harmony. He also discusses the Elena Kats-Chernin's "Human Wave" and the importance of cultural diversity.2025-06-2218 min70+Roz70+RozEp 22 Chewing the Fat with Hugh MackayEpisode 22 Chewing the Fat with Hugh Mackay Canberra-based social psychologist and researcher, and the bestselling author of 22 books, including eight novels. His latest book, The Kindness Revolution, was published in 2021. Hugh Mackay has had a 60-year career in social research and was also a weekly newspaper columnist for over 25 years. He is currently an honorary professor in the Research School of Psychology at ANU and a patron of the Asylum Seekers Centre. Among other honorary appointments, he has been deputy chairman of the Australia Council for the Arts, the inaugural chairman of the ACT government’s Community Inclusion Board and an...2025-06-1525 min70+Roz70+RozAlzheimer's - Prevenbible? Reversible? with Julia WilloughbyEpisode 21 Alzheimer’s – Reversible? Preventable? Julia Willoughby has been following the diet and protocol of the international neurologist Dr Dale Bredesen. Julia was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment - with symptoms of disorientation, memory loss and some confusion. This is a diagnosis that frequently develops into Alzheimer’s especially with the genes of APO4 of which Julia has 2. As Julia has a family history of Alzheimer’s on both her maternal and fraternal side she was really concerned. Until recently, if that happened there was nothing much to be done as was the case with her mother, uncle and aunt and acco...2025-06-0824 min70+Roz70+RozEp 20 Squash Talk - Forehand Wisdom with Barbara Slotmaker De Bruin AMBarbara Slotemaker De Bruin Barbara is an incredible example of inspiration, motivation and contribution. A great squash player who has given much back to the squash community. Barbara was National Coaching Director from 1988 to 1992. She became Australian Coach of the Year in 1993 and was awarded the Distinguished Service Award from Squash Australia in 2010 for her services to squash over 50 years. On the court, Barbara reached number three in Australia, she represented Australia on three occasions and was part of the first-ever team to beat England. Barbara has published her book The Golden Years of Australian Women's Squash, which records the...2025-06-0124 min70+Roz70+RozIt Takes Two to TangoEpisode 19 It Takes Two To Tango We meet David Haines and Joy Donovan who share their love of tango dancing with us. Tango is a sensual partner dance originating from Argentina and Uruguay, characterized by strong movements, low centre of gravity, and improvisation. People enjoy tango for various reasons including: emotional expression; physical challenge; social connection; music and rhythm and the creative expression it offers. The combination of passion, physicality, and connection makes tango a captivating and enjoyable dance style for many. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not...2025-05-1813 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 18 Dr Anne Ring ~ Engaging with AgingEpisode 18 Engaging with Aging – Dr Anne Ring Anne Ring is an 80-year-old health sociologist who also has degrees in psychology and anthropology, and whose understanding of ageing matters comes from extensive experience both professionally and personally. Her PhD thesis in health sociology looked at 50 years of health, body image and ageing issues as they were presented in the popular media, and since then she's continued writing extensively and being "old and happy about it". Most of us resist addressing the realities of aging and dying, despite the wealth of evidence that satisfaction and serenity in late life are grounded in ex...2025-05-0526 min70+Roz70+RozGarden Mentor Helen Vaughan - Growing Together with Blossoming WisdomAfter a whirlwind of careers and life adventures, Helen’s life path has led her to where her heart has always belonged - in and among nature's gardens. For Helen, gardens are a place of sanctuary. After years of reaffirming this in her own life, she’s wanted nothing more than to offer the gift of sanctuary, play and building biodiversity in the gardens of others. The peaceful act of observation teaches us so much about nature's capacity and wonders. Just sitting amongst the soil, under the trees, watching the birds and insects brings such joy. This is the life-giving joy...2025-04-2218 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 16 Knitting Nannas - Game on for GrannysEpisode 16 Knitting Nannas – Game on for Grannys Jos van der Moolen from Knitting Nannas shares how this group of engaged optimists is in action. Knitting Nannas is an international disorganisation where people come together to ensure that our land, air and water are preserved for our children and grandchildren. They sit, knit, plot, have a yarn and a cuppa, and bear witness to the war against the greedy, short-sighted corporations that are trying to rape our land and divide our communities. Knitting Nannas happily support other anti-greed groups at their protests and meetings, or online. They are non-party political. They an...2025-04-0617 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 15 Lette's Talk - Kneecap them with HumourEpisode 15 Lette’s Talk – Kneecap Them with Humour A great chat with Australian author and comedian Kathy Lette. Her humorous and insightful writings and quips on women’s lives, relationships and aging encourage us to be bold and beautiful. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2025-03-2318 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 14 Faith, Hope and Aging - Some Spiritual ReflectionsMyron Mykytiuch is our guest today as we discuss spirituality. Spirituality plays a vital role inn promoting over-all well-being, life satisfaction, and a sense of fulfillment. It helps us understand our place in the world giving a sense of direction and significance2025-03-0922 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 13 Hear and Now - Living with Hearing LossKristen Sutcliffe, senior audiologist and bassoonist with the Canberra Symphony Orchestra talks with us about the importance of hearing. Hearing is incredibly important as we age. It plays a crucial role in maintaining our cognitive function, social connections and overall quality of life. As we get older hearing loss can lead to isolation, depression and even an increased risk of dementia.2025-02-2323 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 12The Power of Touch – A Chat about Physical IntimacyWhen we engage in intimate touch, oxytocin levels rise, enhancing feelings of trust, attachment, and connection between partners. This hormone is not only responsible for promoting emotional closeness but also contributes to physical and psychological health, including stress reduction and cardiovascular well-being. Anne and Lisa join me today to share some of their private life and concerns about physical intimacy. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2025-02-0925 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 11 Siblings for Life – Navigating Love, Loss and AgingToday we chat with Sue Aylen about siblings and the role they play. Siblings can be a tremendous support to one another and having healthy sibling relationships can be a real asset in life. Siblings often need to share the responsibility of caring for aging parents and help one another to navigate life's many storms. Similarly, the loss of a sibling can be overwhelmingly painful. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2025-01-2618 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 10 Seniors in Service - Prime Time for GivingToday our guest Suzanne Hammond-Warne shares some of her experiences of volunteering in the Shoalhaven region. Suzanne is well known for the incredible amount of energy and dedication she puts into her community. Volunteering is important for older people for a variety of reasons. Some of the benefits include: # Physical Health – essential for maintain strength, flexibility and balance. # Mental and Emotional Benefits – provides a sense of purpose and creates connections. # Cognitive Benefits - Keeps the mind active # Practical Benefits - Provides opportunities for skill-building Volunteering can also enhance job prospects for older adults who are looking to re-enter the workforce. Over...2025-01-1916 min70+Roz70+RozThe Accidental Farmer - Cultivating ResilienceEpisode 9 The Accidental Farmer – Cultivating Resilience Today Barbara Hore shares a little of her extraordinary, death-defying life. Barbara certainly has the positive, no-nonsense, ‘get on with life’ attitude seen in many farmers. Her understated experience of being run over by a tractor is added to by her daughter Heather who shares this miracle of survival. Farm accidents are unfortunately common and can be quite serious. Barbara’s experience certainly fits in with a number of the following points! 1. Farms are among the most dangerous workplaces due to the use of heavy machinery, vehicles, and the presence of animals. 2. The most frequent...2025-01-0523 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 8 An Unconventional Union - Love Across the AgesEpisode 8 An Unconventional Union - Love Across the Ages We meet today a wonderful couple, Dr Eevon and Chris Stott. This couple, despite their age difference and relocating to another country, share how they stay connected in a loving relationship. We hear about their relocation experience, cultural adjustments, and secrets to maintaining physical and mental vitality despite their age difference. Sponsors: Thanks to PrimeLife Partners **Disclaimer : This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not intended to replace professional advice.2024-12-1923 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 7 Rightsizing Your Life - The Joy of LessEpisode 7 Rightsizing YourLife – The Joy of Less Rightsizing your life, especially after 70, involves simplifying, streamlining, and focusing on what truly matters. Some of the steps are: Assess and Prioritize 1. Reflect on your values and goals; 2. Evaluate your living situation. Simplify and Declutter 1. Downsize your living space 2. Declutter your belongings. 3. Simplify your digital life. Focus on What Matters 1. Nurture relationships; Pursue activities and hobbies;3. Prioritize self-care Resources 1. Books: - "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" by Marie Kondo - "Simplify Your Life" by Elaine St. James 2. Websites and Blogs: - The Minimalists - Becoming Minimalist - Sixty and Me (focused on ag...2024-12-0324 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 6 - The Hardest Goodbye and… A Compassionate VetIt’s never easy to say goodbye to a beloved pet. The passing of a pet is like a family member. Our pets give us so much love and joy, but sadly their lives are shorter than ours. We can try and not think about it, but there will be a time when our pet’s pain and suffering comes to an end. Our guest, the compassionate vet, Dr Mila Kasby has worked as a small animal veterinarian for over 20 years. She travelled extensively, working in England for 5 years before returning to Australia where she and her husband Matt (also a ve...2024-11-1925 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 4 - Why is music important as we age?Why is music important as we age? Music plays a vital role in the lives of older people, and research has shed light on its significance as we age. The Benefits of Music for Older Adults Cognitive Stimulation: Music has been shown to stimulate cognitive function, improving memory and language skills . Emotional Well-being: Music can alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and loneliness, promoting emotional well-being. Social Connections: Music-based activities foster social interaction, reducing feelings of isolation. Personal Identity: Music preferences reflect personal experiences, values, and cultural background. Older adults are just as engaged in music as younger adults and many...2024-11-1321 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 1 - The issues, joy and challenges of AgingInteresting conversations for people 70+ to stay active and live longer for the best years of our lives. Everyone wants to know as they get older how to stay in the best condition possible. But not everyone has the time or willingness to sit down and do the research. Keep up with some great ideas to stay active and live longer. This episode discusses the importance of relationships, being present and the pros and cons of online dating. Enjoy! Our thanks go to Anne-Marie and the team at PrimeLife Partners for being our sponsors. PrimeLife Partners are committed to transforming how...2024-11-1319 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 2 - Who has the password to your phone if you die?What can happen if your life is on your mobile phone and no one has access to your password when you die. Plus, an inspiring conversation with 83 year old Margaret Quail. In her aged care nursing career, she met someone who had seen one of the first cars on the road and also watched the moon landing. Enjoy! Sponsors Our thanks go to Anne-Marie, Abby and the team at PrimeLife Partners for being our sponsors. PrimeLife Partners are committed to transforming how we age, live, care and retire. Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should...2024-11-1321 min70+Roz70+RozEpisode 5 - Dying to Know - Unearthing Grave Matters!Funerals are essential for honoring loved ones, processing grief and facilitating healing. Today’s chat is with Catherine Prosser from Tender Funerals. And the following is some information you might like to consider. Why are funerals important?: Emotional Significance 1. Grief expression: Funerals provide a space for mourning and expressing emotions. 2. Closure: Rituals help individuals accept reality and begin the healing process. 3. Memory preservation: Funerals celebrate the deceased's life, preserving memories. 4. Support network: Funerals bring family and friends together, fostering connection. Cultural and Spiritual Significance 1. Tradition and heritage: Funerals reflect cultural, religious and personal beliefs. 2. Rites of passage: Funerals mark life's tr...2024-11-0719 minThe Saturn Studs PodcastThe Saturn Studs PodcastSaturn Studs Podcast | Episode 442 | Robot Roz presents: Wild 'n OutTrae Watch: 9:45The follow-up: 47:10Gaming News: 1:14:05Mr. McMahon: 1:20:20The Saturn Studs Podcast is a banter driven wild ride through the nerd culture entertainment landscape. Each week your hosts Kurt, Peter, and Jake engage in entertaining discussions about the latest trailers, box office winners and losers, the latest happenings in the world of video games, and whatever off-topic nonsense pops into their headsSupport the show by donating: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/902676cb-9b03...2024-10-262h 0470+Roz70+RozEpisode 3 - Ageism and PrimeLife Partners - how we transform and empower others in their golden years.Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment of people based solely on their age. Ageism directed towards older people imposes a substantial cost to the Australian economy, impacts on productivity and damages the health and wellbeing of older Australians from all walks of life. The campaign against ageism is striving for a world where older people can participate on equal terms with others in all aspects of life. An Ageism Awareness Day is being planned for Australia. Our Age Discrimination Commissioner and WHO are running a campaign against ageism. The campaign is striving for a world where older people can participate...2024-10-0618 minSpeak UpSpeak UpSpeech Pathology and Nursing Join Forces - S04 E42In this week’s episode, Ruth Townsend, Senior Speech Pathologist and Stream Leader at Austin Health, speaks with Roz Shand, Speech Pathologist and researcher at Monash Health, Melbourne. Roz explores her recent research into working collaboratively with nurses to better support the communication needs of patients in hospital. Speech Pathology Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of lands, seas and waters throughout Australia, and pay respect to Elders past, present and future. We recognise that the health and social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are grounded in continued connection to culture, country, language and community, and ac...2022-11-161h 03Radio vs. the Martians!Radio vs. the Martians!Fun Size Episode 30 – That’s My Kind of Garbage!We’re back to dive into an overstuffed grab bag of off-topic nonsense with Roz Townsend, and we grapple with the important questions that keep us up at night. Is Colonel Sanders the closest thing we have to an American Time … Continue reading →2018-09-221h 23Radio vs. the Martians!Radio vs. the Martians!Podcasta la Vista, Baby! Episode 16 – Last Action HeroThis isn’t the movies anymore. We’re back. This time we’re traveling to the world behind the silver screen with artist Roz Townsend to dissect the meta-fictional cult action/comedy movie that many at the time considered Arnold’s first box office flop, … Continue reading →2018-09-131h 01Podcasta la Vista, Baby!Podcasta la Vista, Baby!Episode 16 – Last Action Hero (1993) with Roz Townsend This isn’t the movies anymore. We’re back. This time we’re traveling to the world behind the silver screen with artist Roz Townsend to dissect the meta-fictional cult action/comedy movie that many at the time considered Arnold’s first box office flop, Last Action Hero. Teenager Danny Madigan is the world’s biggest fan of the Schwarzenegger-helmed Jack Slater series of action movies. When a magic ticket literally transports him into Slater’s cinematic universe, he finds himself in an over-the-top world where a combination of bad puns and giant explosions c...2018-09-131h 01Radio vs. the Martians!Radio vs. the Martians!Episode 21.5 – The Robots Disagree with You, Edgar Wright!In the aftermath of our Twin Peaks panel, we’re joined again by Roz Townsend and Pól Rua for a continued discussion about how awesome actor Miguel Ferrer is. We also dive into how Twin Peaks‘ Pacific Northwest setting is very … Continue reading →2015-08-2541 minRadio vs. the Martians!Radio vs. the Martians!Episode 21 – Twin Peaks“That gum you like is going to come back in style.” Mike and Casey are consulting our logs and getting a booth at the Double R Diner to share some damned good coffee and pie with returning panelists Roz Townsend … Continue reading →2015-08-121h 42