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This is DemocracyThis is Democracy – Episode 313: Civics and History EducationThis week, Jeremi and Zachary speak with Professor Steven Mintz on the critical role of civics and history education in contemporary society. The discussion covers why civics education is crucial for understanding foundational facts of American history, the contentious nature of how history is taught today, and the challenges posed by ideological divides.
Steven Mintz is a professor of history at the University of Texas at Austin. He is an authority on the history of families and childhood. Steve is also a pedagogical innovator and a commentator on the arts and the human condition. From 2012 to 2017, he...
2025-12-1842 min
Speaking of SACAI in Higher EducationDr. Francisco Solis, San Antonio College President, talks with Hot Mustard about Artificial Intelligence, AI, in Higher Education. The pair discuss the use of AI in the admissions process at Virginia Tech and the California Institute of Technology. San Antonio College is currently laying the groundwork for the use of AI by faculty and students. Steven Mintz, history professor at the University of Texas at Austin, was quoted in a Business Insider article saying, "When 400 students can generate identical essays in 30 seconds, the problem isn't the students. The problem is the assignment." Mintz is moving...
2025-12-0230 min
Upstart CrowSteven Mintz and Peter Stearns - The American ChildSteven Mintz and Peter Stearns – The American ChildHave a child? Want to have a child? Listen to this podcast episode. The book—The American Child: The Transformation of Childhood Since World War II—by Steven Mintz and Peter Stearns, draws on a wealth of sources to bring an historical perspective to the profound transformations that have occurred in American childhood over the last 70 years, and their impact on children’s well-being. The authors, award-winning historians, analyze how shifts in family life, education, and culture have reshaped childhood for good and not-so-good. And they suggest ways the...
2025-09-261h 00
The World of Higher EducationThe Learning Centred University with Steven MintzIn this interview, Alex speaks with Steven Mintz, a renowned scholar and postdoctoral researcher, and author of the book, "The Learning-Centered University: Making College a More Developmental, Transformational, and Equitable Experience" In the following conversation, Mintz discusses what makes a learning-centered university, the benefits of active learning over traditional lectures, and the practical challenges faced in implementing these changes. The discussion also delves into alternative scalable learning models, competency-based education, and the importance of holistic student support systems. Steven also reflects on his experience leading digital learning transformations and provides actionable steps for universities aiming to become learning-centered institutions.
2025-03-2722 min
Cap Chat TexasS1E2 - Parliamentary Inquiry with Denise DavisPeople and topics mentioned in the podcast:Lt. Governor Bill Hobby, House Speaker Joe Straus, Oveta Culp Hobby, Interim Babies, Bob Kelly, Steven Collins, Chris Greisel, “Night of Great Unpleasantness”, Bob “Big Daddy” Johnson, Sharon Carter, Gordon Johnson
A very special thanks to Fallout Theater for providing their podcast studio. Check them out for great improv, stand up and sketch comedy just blocks from the Texas Capitol. Cap Chat Texas spotlights the people who keep the Texas Capitol running. From staffers to lobbyists to journalists, we explore the stories, ex...
2025-02-0436 min
Mintz On AirPredictions and Practical PoliciesIn the latest episode of the Mintz on Air: Predictions and Practical Policies Podcast, ESG Co-chair Jen Rubin moderates a forward-looking discussion on what businesses can expect for ESG, clean tech, and energy regulation under the second Trump administration. Jen is joined by Mintz Energy & Sustainability Chair Tom Burton, ESG Co-chair Jacob Hupart, Environmental Law Chair Jeff Porter, and Member Steven Shparber, who share key insights and practical advice for navigating potential changes.
Our panelists dive into topics such as:
The future of federal support for clean tech and the growing role of state and private...
2024-11-2530 min
Baseball Bar-B-CastAstros are baseball’s boogeymen, Paul Skenes continues to dominate, Steven Kwan is that dude & weekend recapThe Houston Astros for the majority of this season have been underperforming and it’s reflected in their record. However, after a sweep this past weekend over the very dangerous Baltimore Orioles, it’s fair to wonder if the Astros are lurking, like the boogeyman, waiting to make their move on the 2024 season.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about why Houston could be one of the more dangerous teams to face, especially when they have Framber Valdez and Ronel Blanco pitching in the same series, and their offense really starts to the click. Can the Astros take...
2024-06-241h 02
FraudishThe Ethical Problem at Boeing with Dr. Steven Mintz"It takes a village to be ethical." This week on Fraudish, Kelly has on Dr. Steven Mintz for a second time to dig in deeper on the pressing issues happening at Boeing and beyond. If you have plans to be on a plane, this is a must listen. Show notes:Boeing putting profits ahead of safetyhttps://www.amiflyingonaboeing.com/Ethics Sage Dr. Steven Mintz
2024-05-1537 min
The Ethics ExpertsEpisode 145 - Dr. Steven MintzIn this episode of The Ethics Experts, Nick welcomes Dr. Steven Mintz. Dr. Steven Mintz is an emeritus professor from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He is known as the “Ethics Sage” for his blogs, opinion pieces, and media interviews on ethics issues. He has also published a textbook on accounting ethics, Ethical Obligations and Decision Making in Accounting: Text and Cases, which is used in more than 40 universities worldwide.
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2023-03-2752 min
Baseball Bar-B-CastSteven Kwan Talks About His Incredible Rookie Season, and Xavier Edwards of the Miami Marlins Talks BrunchJake and Jordan begin the episode by honoring the NBA's new scoring leader LeBron James by talking through some of the baseball adjacent events in his career. Then, Steven Kwan of the Cleveland Guardians joins the show to talk about his incredible rookie season. Finally, Xavier Edwards of the Miami Marlins talks about his experience at the Roc Nation Brunch.
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan...
2023-02-091h 22
Will CallWill Call #74 — NTRVW: Julia Mintz, on Four WintersFrom the film’s officially released information:GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass — The Berkshire International Film Festival and New Moon Films announce the New England premiere of the award-winning Four Winters: A Story of Jewish Partisan Resistance & Bravery During WWII. The film is a recipient of Steven Spielberg’s Jewish Story Partners Grant and was awarded “Best Documentary” at the Toronto Jewish Film Festival 2022Berkshire resident and 97-year-old WWII partisan Michael Stoll, whose powerful story is featured in the film, will be in attendance for a post-screening conversation with the film’s director, Julia Mintz. BIFF will present the...
2022-07-3142 min
Injured Senior Podcast3 Ways to Document Your Fall InjuryMany falls do not cause injuries. But one out of five falls does cause a serious injury such as a broken bone or a head injury. These injuries can make it hard for a person to get around, do everyday activities, or live on their own. Tune in as Steven Heisler gives 3 ways in documenting a fall injury.Resources:Website: https://www.injuredseniorhotline.comCall: (410) 625-4878
2021-05-2713 min
Injured Senior PodcastWhat to Include In The Incident Report After a Fall InjuryIn today's episode, listen as Steven Heisler answers the question: What to include in the incident report after a fall injury?Resources:Website: https://www.injuredseniorhotline.comCall: (410) 625-4878
2021-05-2714 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: How This One Medical Device Helped Rid Her of AphasiaThree and a half years after Marcia Moran's stroke, she discovered Neurofeedback. It is a type of biofeedback that uses real-time displays of brain activity, most commonly electroencephalography, in an attempt to teach self-regulation of brain function. And yes folks, it was life-changing.Meet Marcia MoranAfter successfully building her business over the last twenty-plus years, Marcia Moran thought she had life by the tail. Little did she know what was in store. Marcia has written over fifty business plans, and helped entrepreneurs strategize over how to differentiate their companies in changing environments. After helping o...
2021-03-0414 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: The Ischemic Stroke That Almost Killed Her with Marcia MoranIn this episode, we talk about the Ischemic stroke that almost killed Marcia Moran.
2021-03-0314 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: How I Successfully Fought Back From A Stroke and Aphasia with Marcia MoranMarcia Moran created Stroke FORWARD to share hope with stroke survivors and caretakers on their journey to recovery. Marcia tells the chilling details of her catastrophic stroke that happened in 2014. We dive into the differences between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, and Marcia explains the advantages and disadvantages of administering tPA (tissue plasminogen activator). Tune in as Marcia speaks about how to become your own healthcare advocate on your recovery journey.In This Episode:[03:30] Marcia tells the story of her catastrophic stroke that happened in 2014.[07:15] The difference between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Plus, the advantages and disadvantages...
2021-03-0228 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Sex In Long Term Care Facilities with Dr. Nicole DidykHave you ever wondered, how common is sex in long-term care facilities? Well, there’s one thing that we know for sure: it’s not uncommon!Meet Dr. Nicole DidykDr. Nicole Didyk received her medical degree at McMaster University where she also did her training in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, and a Masters in Education. She has a busy community Geriatric Medicine practice in Southern Ontario, Canada, and is also the founder of "The Wrinkle", a website and YouTube channel that helps you make the connections you need to age successfully.Resources
2021-02-2612 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Sex When One Partner Is A Caregiver with Nicole DidykWhen one partner becomes the caregiver for the other, how does that affect the dynamics of a senior's sexual relationship? Join us as Dr. Nicole Didyk, founder of "The Wrinkle," a website and YouTube channel that helps you make the connections you need to age successfully, answers this question.Meet Dr. Nicole DidykDr. Nicole Didyk received her medical degree at McMaster University where she also did her training in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, and a Masters in Education. She has a busy community Geriatric Medicine practice in Southern Ontario, Canada, and is also the...
2021-02-2511 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Sexual Stereotypes and the Senior Population with Dr. Nicole DidykFrankly, aside from the ageism problem in our society, there are also a lot of sexual stereotypes when it comes to sexuality in older adults. We address this problem in this episode with Dr. Nicole Didyk!Meet Dr. Nicole DidykDr. Nicole Didyk received her medical degree at McMaster University where she also did her training in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, and a Masters in Education. She has a busy community Geriatric Medicine practice in Southern Ontario, Canada, and is also the founder of "The Wrinkle", a website and YouTube channel that helps you make...
2021-02-2415 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Sex Among Seniors Is Not A Dirty Word with Dr. Nicole DidykDr. Nicole Didyk is the founder of "The Wrinkle," a website and YouTube channel that helps you make the connections you need to age successfully. This episode is all about something that is on everyone's minds but rarely talked about: sex. We have a profound and frank discussion about the ridiculous stereotypes regarding sexuality in older adults. For instance, we talk about the stereotype that older people showing affection is "cute" and "childish" – these thoughts are merely ageist! Plus, we chat about what a sexual relationship can be like with someone who also happens to be a caregiver....
2021-02-2328 min
Injured Senior PodcastAlzheimer's Disease: Why Trips to the Bathroom Are So Dangerous with Dr. Rein TideiksaarPeople with Alzheimer's have their visions impaired. And that's where a lot of falls occur. Listen now as Dr. Rein Tideiksaar discusses how can trips to the bathroom be so hazardous.Meet Dr. Rein TideiksaarRein Tideiksaar Ph.D., PA-C (or Dr Rein as he is commonly referred to) is the president of FallPrevent, LLC, Blackwood, NJ, a consulting company that provides educational, legal and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Dr Tideiksaar is a gerontologist (health care professional who specializes in working with elderly patients) and a geriatric physician's assistant. Author o...
2021-02-1914 min
Injured Senior PodcastAlzheimer's Disease: Effective Strategies to Prevent Falls with Dr. Rein TideiksaarDr. Tideiksaar is the president of FallPrevent, a consulting company that provides educational, legal, and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Tune in as we reveal some effective strategies on how you can prevent older adults with Alzheimer's disease from falling.Meet Dr. Rein TideiksaarRein Tideiksaar Ph.D., PA-C (or Dr Rein as he is commonly referred to) is the president of FallPrevent, LLC, Blackwood, NJ, a consulting company that provides educational, legal and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Dr Tideiksaar is a gerontologist (health care professional w...
2021-02-1813 min
Injured Senior PodcastAlzheimer's Disease: Common Risk Factors That Lead to Falls with Dr. Rein TideiksaarThe most significant risk of falling in for people with Alzheimer's disease is cognitive problems. And according to Dr. Rein Tideiksaar, the visual aspects of Alzheimer's disease can also put people at risk of falling in terms of their inability to match and integrate their position with their surrounding environment.Meet Dr. Rein TideiksaarRein Tideiksaar Ph.D., PA-C (or Dr Rein as he is commonly referred to) is the president of FallPrevent, LLC, Blackwood, NJ, a consulting company that provides educational, legal and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Dr Tideiksaar i...
2021-02-1710 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Why Do People with Alzheimer's Have Higher Risk of Falls? w/ Dr. Rein TideiksaarDr. Rein Tideiksaar is the president of FallPrevent, a consulting company that provides educational, legal, and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Dr. Tideiksaar explains Alzheimer's disease and its connection to falling. Did you know about one-third of older people over the age of 65 will fall four times per year? For people with Alzheimer's disease, the percentage of falls increases by 50%. The most significant risk for falling is cognitive problems. Tune in as we dive into those risk factors, what caregivers can do about those risk factors and the importance of fall prevention evaluations....
2021-02-1629 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health Real-Life Examples of Failure to Diagnose Cancer Medical Malpractice with Steven Heisler, Esq.Is misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose cancer medical negligence or malpractice? It depends on the case. Listen as Steve Heisler discusses some real-life cases of cancer diagnosis failures.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-steven-h.-heisler/about/Email: info@injuredseniorhotline.com
2021-02-1107 min
Injured Senior PodcastThis Type of Medical Mistake Accounts For A Staggering Amount of Deaths with Steven Heisler, Esq.Medical errors are now the third leading cause of death in the U.S, surpassing respiratory diseases. And according to recent studies, more than 440,000 people die every year due to medical mistakes. Hg.org says diagnosis error affects 20% of the population in the United States.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linke...
2021-02-1006 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Failure to Diagnose Cancer Is Medical Malpractice with Steven Heisler, Esq.A recent study by Johns Hopkins asserts that over 250,000 people in the United States die from medical errors every year. Other studies put the number to be more than 440,000. Medical errors are now the third-largest cause of death in the United States, according to the CDC. According to HG.org, diagnosis errors affect 20% of medical cases in the United States. This episode is about some of the issues faced by individuals affected by the failure to diagnose, delayed diagnosis, or the misdiagnosis of cancer.Approximately 40,000 cancer patients die annually due to failure to diagnose, misdiagnosis, or delayed diagnosis...
2021-02-0913 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Reduction of Strokes and Sauna Use with Steven Heisler, EsqA study published in The Journal Neurology reveals that older adults who regularly sit in a hot sauna are less likely to suffer a stroke. Listen now to learn more about the ways on reducing risks of suffering from a stroke.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-steven-h.-heisler/about...
2021-01-2905 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Strokes and It's Devastating Impact on Seniors With Steven H. HeislerSteven was diagnosed with pneumonia 13 years ago. In this episode, he shares how his health condition changed completely after the regular use of sauna and its benefits for stroke fatalities.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-steven-h.-heisler/about/Email: info@injuredseniorhotline.com
2021-01-2906 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Strokes and Sauna Use With Steven H. Heisler, Esq.In this episode of The Injured Senior Podcast, I explain the devastating impact strokes have on seniors and why the use of saunas can reduce the chance of a stroke. Strokes cause more significant long-term disability than any other disease, and seniors are at higher risk for stroke. Today I share my experience with dry saunas and how I used the sauna to recover from a serious upper respiratory problem I had in the past.There are a lot of health problems that regular sauna use can help to prevent.Stroke reigns as the fourth leading cause of...
2021-01-2611 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: Action Steps To Fight Wrongful Guardianships with Billie MintzJoin us as Billie Mintz explains what you should do if someone you know is suffering from this type of abuse.Meet Billie MintzBillie Mintz, founder of INNOV8R, is an award-winning filmmaker who has produced and directed seven feature-length documentaries and several narrative short films. Billie has directed numerous award-winning short films, commercials, and social media campaigns that have been screened at over 40 international film festivals. Billie has dedicated his career to social justice, raising public consciousness, and advocating for those who have no voice. His belief in the power of story to...
2021-01-2111 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: Bad Things That Unscrupulous Guardians Do with Billie MintzBillie Mintz, founder of INNOV8R, is an award-winning filmmaker who exposed the professional guardianship industry's filthiness in his film, The Guardians. Tune in as Billie tells us petrifying stories about abusive probate guardianship.Meet Billie MintzBillie Mintz, founder of INNOV8R, is an award-winning filmmaker who has produced and directed seven feature-length documentaries and several narrative short films. Billie has directed numerous award-winning short films, commercials, and social media campaigns that have been screened at over 40 international film festivals. Billie has dedicated his career to social justice, raising public consciousness, and advocating for...
2021-01-2011 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: What is an Abusive Guardianship with Billie MintzA guardianship is a legal relationship created when a court appoints an individual to care for an elderly person. On this episode, Billie Mintz explains how it can be a horrifying situation when the guardian takes advantage of stealing every single financial asset that the older adult owns.Meet Billie MintzBillie Mintz, founder of INNOV8R, is an award-winning filmmaker who has produced and directed seven feature-length documentaries and several narrative short films. Billie has directed numerous award-winning short films, commercials, and social media campaigns that have been screened at over 40 international film festivals...
2021-01-1911 min
Injured Senior PodcastProfessional Probate Guardian: Enemy of the Aging Population with Billie MintzBillie Mintz is a documentary filmmaker who exposed the professional guardianship industry's corruption in his film, The Guardians. Guardianship is a legal relationship created for an older adult who can no longer care for himself or herself. Unfortunately, guardianship can go wrong when the guardian decides to take advantage of the older person. Tune in as Billie tells stories about abusive probate guardianship. Plus, we talk about which states abusive probate guardianship is most likely to happen in and what are some things that you can do to combat it.In This Episode:[02:00] About Billie Mintz...
2021-01-1434 min
Injured Senior PodcastHospital Infections: 14 Tips To Lessen Your Risk with Steven Heisler, Esq.Hospital infections are definitely a serious, significant problem especially in the elderly and aging population communities. According to a study done by the National Institute of Health, the risk of developing a healthcare-associated infection increases with age. Join Steven Heisler on the newest episode of The Injured Senior Podcast as he shares the 14 ways to reduce your chance of getting hospital infection. Ask the hospital staff to clean their hands before treating you and ask visitors to do the same.Before your doctor uses a stethoscope on you, ask them to wipe the diaphragm with alcohol.If you a...
2021-01-0521 min
Injured Senior PodcastWhat You Need to for A Successful Medical Malpractice Case with Steven Heisler, Esq.It’s essential that you are aware of the four elements necessary to have a viable medical malpractice claim. Listen as Steven Heisler reveals these four elements in this episode.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530.CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-steven-h.-heisler/about/Email: info@injuredseniorhotline.com
2020-12-3113 min
Injured Senior PodcastMedical Mistakes Have Become an American Crisis with Steven Heisler, Esq.Medical experts revealed that over 250,000 individuals in the United States died as a result of medical mistakes. We have a crisis in our healthcare system. Listen to our latest episode as Steven Heisler discusses medical errors in the United States.To find out more about the National Injured Senior Law Center or to set up a free consultation, go to https://www.injuredseniorhotline.com/ or call 855-622-6530.CONNECT WITH STEVE H. HEISLER:Website: www.injuredseniorhotline.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/attorneysteveheisler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-law-offices-of-steven-h.-heisler/about/
2020-12-3007 min
Injured Senior PodcastWhat to Do if Harmed By a Medical Error with Steven Heisler, Esq.Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States. We have a crisis in our healthcare system. It’s essential that you are aware of the four elements necessary to have a viable medical malpractice claim:A legal duty must exist between a healthcare provider and the patient. Show that the legal duty has been breached. Show that the breach of duty by the doctor resulted in an injury to the patient. Damages: there has to be a catastrophic injury in order to have a winnable case and meet the damage requirements. To find o...
2020-12-2917 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: How To Minimize Your Risk For Elder Financial Exploitation With Dr. Peter LichtenbergFinancial exploitation is growing in the older community; it’s the second most common form of elder abuse. Tune in as Dr. Peter Lichenberg tells us how to minimize the elder senior's risk of financial exploitation.Meet Dr. Peter LichtenbergPeter A. Lichtenberg, Ph.D., ABPP is the Director of The Institute of Gerontology and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute. He is also a Professor of Psychology at Wayne State University. He received his bachelor’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and his master’s and doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University. Af...
2020-12-2519 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: How To Screen For Elder Financial Exploitation With Dr. Peter LichtenbergIn this episode, Dr. Peter shares how seniors can avoid financial exploitation and what happens after your loved one falls prey to a scam.Meet Dr. Peter LichtenbergPeter A. Lichtenberg, Ph.D., ABPP is the Director of The Institute of Gerontology and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute. He is also a Professor of Psychology at Wayne State University. He received his bachelor’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and his master’s and doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University. After his internship he completed a post-doctoral fellowship in geriatric neuro...
2020-12-2416 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: What is Elder Financial Abuse Exploitation with Dr. Peter LichtenbergFinancial exploitation is considered a form of elder mistreatment; the person abuses the trust of the senior and abuses or misleads the older adult into a scam. Listen to our newest episode as Dr. Peter explains what financial exploitation is for seniors.Meet Dr. Peter LichtenbergPeter A. Lichtenberg, Ph.D., ABPP is the Director of The Institute of Gerontology and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute. He is also a Professor of Psychology at Wayne State University. He received his bachelor’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and his master’s and doctorate in C...
2020-12-2318 min
Injured Senior PodcastAging Population: Financial Exploitation Is A Form of Elder Abuse with Dr. Peter LichtenbergThere is nothing more despicable than the exploitation of the aging population. Elder abuse occurs in many forms, including financial exploitation. That's why I have Peter A. Lichtenberg, Ph.D., ABPP, join the show. He is the Director of The Institute of Gerontology and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute. In this episode, we discuss the financial exploitation of seniors and the elderly. Tune in as Dr. Peter reveals the risk factors for elder financial exploitation. Plus, we speak about how seniors can avoid financial exploitation and what happens after your loved one falls prey to a scam. ...
2020-12-2237 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Why Seniors Are At Higher Risk for Diabetes with Martha KelsoMartha says that increasing age drive up the risk of diabetes if you've had poor exercise and poor nutrition throughout your lifespan. The more years you combine poor habits, the greater, the likelihood that you will develop diabetes.Meet Martha KelsoMartha Kelso is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, LLC, the largest mobile wound care provider in the Midwest. With over 20 years’ experience in advanced wound care, Kelso is a visionary and entrepreneur in the field of mobile medicine. “We identified a pressing need for access to high-quality wound...
2020-12-1819 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Glycemic Control Can Halt Diabetes with Martha KelsoManaging blood sugars is amazing because it helps ward off issues; however, it still doesn’t protect you from the long-term devastating effects of diabetes. Listen to our newest episode as Martha explains how glycemic control can halt diabetes.Meet Martha KelsoMartha Kelso is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, LLC, the largest mobile wound care provider in the Midwest. With over 20 years’ experience in advanced wound care, Kelso is a visionary and entrepreneur in the field of mobile medicine. “We identified a pressing need for access to high-qu...
2020-12-1714 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Why Diabetes Slows the Healing of Wounds with Martha KelsoIn this episode, Martha Kelso, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, LLC, explains to us how diabetes can affect wounds.Meet Martha KelsoMartha Kelso is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, LLC, the largest mobile wound care provider in the Midwest. With over 20 years’ experience in advanced wound care, Kelso is a visionary and entrepreneur in the field of mobile medicine. “We identified a pressing need for access to high-quality wound management across the entire continuum of care.” This is what motivated her to establish Wound C...
2020-12-1614 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Diabetes and Wound Healing with Martha Kelso34.2 million Americans have diabetes, and 88 million people in the United States have prediabetes. Diabetes often goes unrecognized, and people can live and have diabetes with little to no symptoms. When someone’s vision or kidneys fail, that’s when people finally understand that they have the condition. Martha Kelso, founder and CEO of Wound Care Plus, LLC., jumps into how diabetes can affect wounds. Amputation is fifteen to forty times greater for people with diabetes. Plus, people who have diabetes often end up with strokes, heart attacks, and other significant issues. Tune in as we talk about the importance of g...
2020-12-1531 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Legionnaire’s Often Found in Residential Water Systems with Dr. Janet StoutAccording to Dr. Janet Stout, an infectious disease microbiologist, twenty percent of people who get the Legionnaire’s disease will die from it. Legionella bacteria are found in warm water. The most significant contributions come from cooling towers, hot tubs, decorative water features, faucets, and showers. Fifty percent of buildings have Legionella bacteria in them. Visit SpecialPathogensLab.com and Special Pathogens Lab on Facebook.Meet Dr. Janet E. StoutDr. Janet E. Stout is president and director of Special Pathogens Laboratory, and research associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering in th...
2020-12-1109 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Hospitals Putting Aging Population At Risk for Legionnaire’s Disease with Dr. Janet StoutSenior folks are at a greater risk for getting Legionnaires’ disease; treatment is effective if started early, so make sure to advocate for yourself.Meet Dr. Janet E. StoutDr. Janet E. Stout is president and director of Special Pathogens Laboratory, and research associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. An infectious disease microbiologist, Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research in Legionella. Her expertise includes prevention and control strategies for Legionnaires’ disease in building water systems. Dr. Stout’s more...
2020-12-1012 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: What is Legionnaire’s Disease with Dr. Janet Stout MiniDr. Janet E. Stout is an infectious disease microbiologist; Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research in Legionella. Discover what is Legionnaire’s Disease on our latest episode!Meet Dr. Janet E. StoutDr. Janet E. Stout is president and director of Special Pathogens Laboratory and a research associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. An infectious disease microbiologist, Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research in Legionella. Her expertise includes prevention and control strategies fo...
2020-12-0914 min
Injured Senior PodcastSeniors Should Not Be The Canary In The Coal Mine for Legionnaires DiseaseDr. Janet E. Stout is an infectious disease microbiologist; Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research in Legionella. Dr. Stout explains why getting a Legionnaires’ disease diagnosis is challenging. Unfortunately, twenty percent of people who get the disease will die from it. Legionella bacteria are found in warm water. The most significant contributions come from cooling towers, hot tubs, decorative water features, faucets, and showers. Fifty percent of buildings have Legionella bacteria in them. Tune in as Dr. Stout explains the importance of getting tested for Legionnaires’ disease, where the hotbeds for Legionella bacteria are, and...
2020-12-0830 min
Injured Senior PodcastWhy So Many People In Nursing Homes Are Coming Down With CovidSuppose you’re within six feet of someone for longer than fifteen minutes without a mask. In that case, your risk of acquiring the virus from another person is pretty significant. Tune in as Dr. John Cascone reveals why so many people in nursing homes are coming down with Covid.
Meet Dr. John Cascone
John Cascone is a board-certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician. His internal medicine residency was done at the University of Kansas and infectious disease fellowship at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is the medical director of nursing homes in southwest Missouri. His medical practice includes th...
2020-12-0713 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: Why Aging Population is More Susceptible to Covid-19 with Dr. John CasconeComorbid conditions increase the elderly’s risk of having a bad outcome from Covid-19. Listen to the episode for more information on the statistics around Covid-19 and health with our guest Dr. John Cascone, board-certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician.Meet Dr. John CasconeJohn Cascone is a board-certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician. His internal medicine residency was done at the University of Kansas and infectious disease fellowship at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is the medical director of nursing homes in southwest Missouri. His medical practice includes the care of residents in...
2020-12-0414 min
Injured Senior PodcastSenior Health: The Grim Statistics of Covid-19As of 2020, the number one health crisis in America is Covid-19. According to the CDC, eight out of ten Covid-19 deaths have been adults sixty-five years or older.Meet Dr. John CasconeJohn Cascone is a board-certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician. His internal medicine residency was done at the University of Kansas and infectious disease fellowship at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is the medical director of nursing homes in southwest Missouri. His medical practice includes the care of residents in long-term care facilities, infectious disease consultations, and telemedicine infectious disease services to...
2020-12-0408 min
Injured Senior PodcastElder Care During COVID-19 with Dr. John CasconeThe number one health crisis in America is Covid-19. According to the CDC, eight out of ten Covid-19 deaths have been adults sixty-five years or older. The elderly have more comorbid conditions, which increases their risk of having a bad outcome from Covid. The most dangerous risk factors are hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and obesity. The people who are long-haulers will suffer symptoms long-term. Over half of the patients with Covid will have fatigue, shortness of breath, coughing, and joint pains. Close to forty percent of those patients will return to baseline three weeks later. A long-hauler will have brain...
2020-12-0130 min
Injured Senior PodcastEldercare: Caregiving During Covid-19COVID-19 has made caregiving all the more complicated. Unfortunately, people who need caregiving are becoming more isolated than ever. The more human contact a patient gets, the better the quality of life they have.Meet Roz Jones: Rosalind Marshall-Jones is an innovative speaker with more than fifteen years of progressive experience as an entrepreneur and leader in the caregiving industry. Rosalind has an extensive medical background that afforded her the opportunity to see the gap and need for quality care. As a seasoned health care provider, Rosalind built upon her strong medical foundation, by opening J...
2020-11-3014 min
Injured Senior PodcastEldercare: Is Caregiving Replacing the Nursing Home?Due to current technology and medicine, people can live longer than ever. Assisted living facilities are seeing patients later in their disease.Meet Rosalind Marshall-JonesRosalind Marshall-Jones is an innovative speaker with more than fifteen years of progressive experience as an entrepreneur and leader in the caregiving industry. Rosalind has an extensive medical background that afforded her the opportunity to see the gap and need for quality care. As a seasoned health care provider, Rosalind built upon her strong medical foundation, by opening Jacksonville’s Best Caregivers, an organization that provides short and long-term health care....
2020-11-2821 min
Injured Senior PodcastEldercare: What is care giving?Roz Jones is a leader in the caregiver industry as the President and CEO of Jacksonville’s Best Caregivers, an organization that provides short and long-term health care. Caregivers have a broad array of roles. Rob Jones tells us it can array from simply monitoring the patient to giving full-time in-home care. Visit TheCareGiverCafe.net and Jacksonville's Best Caregivers on YouTube.Meet Rosalind Marshall-JonesRosalind Marshall-Jones is an innovative speaker with more than fifteen years of progressive experience as an entrepreneur and leader in the caregiving industry. Rosalind has an extensive medical background that afforded her the...
2020-11-2607 min
Injured Senior PodcastHow Caregiving is Replacing Long Term Care FacilitiesRosalind Jones joins the Injured Senior Podcast to educate us on caregiving and how it is replacing long term care facilities. Rosalind is a seasoned health care provider who built upon her strong medical foundation by opening Jacksonville’s Best Caregivers, an organization that provides short and long-term health care.Rosalind confirms that caregivers can provide more than a facility can. There is more one on one human connection, and that person’s quality of life can extend 3-5 years. Being at home gives people an extended period of life; they are more comfortable, can get their hair...
2020-11-2437 min
Injured Senior PodcastFatal Workplace Accidents: Older Workers have Highest Death RatesAccording to data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Program of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, older workers are more likely to die on the job than workers in general. The number of aging adults that are mortally injured on the job has increased since 1992. Learn what to do if you notice a hazard or unsafe working conditions to make your workplace safe to work.Report the hazard or any unsafe working conditions to your employer.Go to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) if the employer doesn't respond to alleviate the unsafe working condition.You...
2020-11-1714 min
Injured Senior PodcastBenjamin Surmi: Exciting Alzheimer's Lifestyle Innovations You Need To Hear AboutEmpowering people to thrive – no matter what disability or cognitive disorder they may live with – is the focus of Benjamin Surmi's work as a social gerontologist. Currently, Benjamin works in Vancouver, Washington, with Koelsch Communities. There are lots of different issues related to aging. However, the world of dementia is in dire need of innovation. Finally, we realize the problems with Alzheimer's – it's a cultural issue. The United Kingdom has transformed itself into a dementia friendly community. They train people to understand and know how to work with people who live with dementia. That way, they won't suffer as much a...
2020-11-1030 minInjured Senior PodcastSix Rules To Follow Right After A Worker's Compensation InjuryAccording to the National Council on Aging, more than 40% of Americans 55 above are still employed. Seniors can be more susceptible to getting hurt on the job. In this episode, we will talk about the six rules to follow after a job injury.Report it immediately in writing.Get the names of all witnesses.See a medical professional immediately.Follow the claim with the Workers Compensation Commission or Industrial Compensation Board.Don't give a recorded statement to the insurance company for your employer until you've spoken to an attorney.Speak to an attorney to get an assessment of your...
2020-11-0513 minInjured Senior PodcastSean Marchese: Why Firefighters, First Responders Have High Rate of Mesothelioma and CancerSean Marchese, a registered nurse and oncology writer at The Mesothelioma Center with a background in respiratory and thoracic oncology clinical trials, joins the show again. First, Sean reveals why cancer is so prevalent in firefighters. In fact, cancer is the leading cause of death in firefighters. They have a higher risk of cancer because these men and women consistently put themselves in danger. When you’re engulfed in smoke and toxic chemicals, that exposure will build up over time. Tune in as Sean dives into the dangers of asbestos, how firefighters can protect themselves from asbestos exposure, and re...
2020-11-0331 minInjured Senior PodcastFive Important Steps to Take After a Slip and FallDid you know that 1 million individuals go to the ER every year due to a slip and fall accident? That's 2,000 people every day. A lot of those individuals are seniors and the elderly part of the aging population. In this episode, you will learn about the five most important steps to take after a slip trip and fall. Report it immediatelyIf you're injured, see a doctor right awayTake photos; a picture proves that there was a defect.Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company. You may give them a short written statement, but do not g...
2020-10-2907 minInjured Senior PodcastDr. Joe Casciani: Teaching Seniors How to Fight DepressionIn This Episode:[02:25] Meet Joe Casciani. Joe explains why older adults get depressed. [08:00] How chronic mental disorders will accompany medical conditions in older individuals. [09:50] Dr. Casciani reveals ways to overcome depression. [16:30] The importance of exercise on our mental health. [19:30] About the Living to 100 Club.[24:00] How we can start living a better and more fulfilling life. Key Takeaways:Older adults have more life stressors; therefore, they are more prone to depression. Depression will narrow our perspective. We need to observe our self-talk. When we have a setback, we need to accept it, fix it, and move on. Staying phy...
2020-10-2733 minInjured Senior PodcastFather Doyle: Uncovering Sexual Abuse in the Catholic ChurchAbout Father Doyle: Tom Doyle, is a truly heroic advocate for transparency and accountability in the Catholic Church, in all churches and synagogues and mosques. There are more than 19,000 people who endured abuse by American priests from 1950 to July 2017. And those are just the ones that can be confirmed and that we know about. For more than 30 years father Doyle has examined approximately 1000 clergy sex abuse cases across the globe, and is an expert witness and consultant to victims of clergy sex abuse. He served as a pastor in Illinois beginning in 1971, was appointed as an advocate for the...
2020-10-2055 minInjured Senior PodcastSam Sugar: The Risks, The Truth, and The Dangers of Probate GuardianshipsAbout Sam Sugar: Dr. Sugar is a medical doctor and a founder and president of Americans Against Abuse of Probate Guardianships, AAAPG, an organization designed to expose the corruption of the nation's guardianship systems. Dr. Sugar received his medical degree from the Abraham Lincoln College of Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He achieved certification as a specialist in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and was distinguished as a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He has served as a director for managed care at Evanston, Northwestern Healthcare, and is taught at both...
2020-10-1350 minInjured Senior PodcastLaura Williams: Prevent Yourself from Becoming a Victim of SepsisAbout Laura Williams: Laura Williams, is all the way from the great country of England, in the United Kingdom. She is the host of the podcast, Sepsis Survivors Stories. Now she is herself a sepsis survivor and as she says, on her social media, she was just minutes away from death. So on her podcast, she interviews other sepsis survivors. It is a gripping podcast and I recommend that everybody, subscribe and listen to it. Laura is an experienced podiatrist. She's a graduate of the University of Brighton and educates health professionals on sepsis.In...
2020-10-0642 minInjured Senior PodcastColin Hoobler: Sitting Disease and How It Impacts the Senior and Elderly PopulationAbout Colin Hoobler: Colin is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and he's been a Doctor of Physical Therapy for 19 years. He is an author and trainer, the creator and host of the action 30 podcast, as well as the fitness show on PBS. He's a medical expert for his local NBC affiliate. By the way, injured senior community he is out in Oregon. So I'm here in Baltimore. So he is literally on the other coast. He's a health writer for The Oregonian Newspaper and he's the Founder and CEO of S3 Balance LLC. He will talk a little bit...
2020-09-2900 minInjured Senior PodcastEmmett Irwin: Early Onset AlzheimersAbout Emmett Irwin: Emmett is a social security disability and Elder Law Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland, who previously was paid by hospitals and nursing homes to get disability and medical benefits for patients. Several years ago, Emmet started his own law firm, so he could work for private clients, and is the co-chair of the disability benefits section of the Maryland Association for Justice, the Vice-Chair of the elder law and disability Right section of the Maryland State Bar Association and a member of the peer review of the state of Maryland. Emmitt is also a former Division Three...
2020-09-2200 minInjured Senior PodcastBillie Mintz: His Film, "The Guardians", Exposes Significant Elder Abuse in the U.S Guardianship SystemAbout Billie Mintz: Billie has dedicated his career to social justice, raising public awareness, and advocating for those who have no voice - including a reporter for the departed. His belief in the power of story to initiate people and for policy change is a driving force in his life as an investigative journalist and filmmaker. He is represented by the Creative Artists Agency (CAA)In this episode, Steve and Billie discuss:1. What gave you the idea to do this type of movie?In documentary filmmaking and in social justice, you don't r...
2020-09-1500 minInjured Senior PodcastRob Schenk: Assisted Living Facilities Are Not What They’re Made Out To Be!About Rob Schenk: Rob's law firm Schenk Smith is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and is focused on representing individuals injured in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. He's also the co-host of the Nursing Home Abuse Podcast. A bi-monthly video podcast dedicated to educating families on nursing home care. In this episode, Steve and Rob Schenk discuss:1. In Episode Six, you refer to assisted living facilities as the Wild Wild West. What exactly did you mean by that?Primarily the fact that if you and I are talking about nursing homes, there's going to...
2020-09-0800 minInjured Senior PodcastDanielle Roberts: What You Need to Know About MedicareAbout Danielle Roberts: Danielle Roberts is a founding partner at Boomer benefits. Which is a National Agency specializing in Medicare-related insurance products since 2005. She's been serving thousands of Medigap policyholders in 48 States. Boomer benefits help baby boomers learn the ropes regarding Medicare, a nationally recognized expert in the Medicare sector of the health insurance industry. Danielle is a past President of the Fort Worth chapter of the National Association of Health underwriters, and a Forbes financial council member. She's been featured and or quoted by major news outlets around the country such as Fox, Yahoo, finance, and Business Insider.
2020-09-0100 minInjured Senior PodcastJohn Stolarz: Age Discrimination is Rampant in the WorkplaceAbout John Stolarz: John is the head partner at the Stolarz Law Firm. His practice specializes in representing employees for discrimination on the basis of age, sex, disability, or race and for wage theft by an employer. He's been practicing since 1980 and represents employees in the state of Maryland and federal courts. In this episode, Steve and John discuss:1. How prevalent is age discrimination in the United States workforce today?It happens all the time. The problem is that employees don't really know when it's happening and when they do realize that that m...
2020-08-2500 minInjured Senior PodcastMartha R Kelso: Diabetic Ulcer Wounds, Just One of Many Wounds That Affect the AgingAbout Martha R Kelso: Martha is the Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, LLC, which is the largest wound care provider in the Midwest and they have been so successful that she's now in Florida and New York. She's well on her way to becoming a national mobile wound care company. Her company uses the most innovative products and cutting-edge technology to treat individuals with wound care or skin issues at almost any site of care and has educated thousands of healthcare professionals and caregivers on wound care issues, federal regulations, and national guidelines. She is a published...
2020-08-1800 minInjured Senior PodcastBrian Therrien: How to Preserve Your Disability Benefits and Make Extra Money During COVID-19About Brian Therrien: Brian is the owner of the disability digest, which is a free digital resource that helps disabled individuals get their disability benefits and maximize their disability benefits as well. Now, Brian has helped nearly 200,000 people maximize their disability benefits and their income opportunities. And back in Episode Four, Bryan educated our listeners about who is eligible for Social Security Disability and how seniors can go about applying for and getting Social Security Disability.In this episode, Steve and Brian discuss:1. How do you help aging individuals get their disability benefits?
2020-08-1100 minInjured Senior PodcastSean Marchese: The Dangers of AsbestosAbout Sean Marchese: Sean is a registered nurse at the Mesothelioma Center He has experience developing and managing respiratory oncology, clinical trials, and treatments. As a medical writer, he helps patients learn about new therapies in the fight against mesothelioma. In this episode, Steve and Sean discuss:1. What is asbestos?Asbestos is actually the name given to six different naturally occurring minerals. These minerals are found in the dirt and what makes them so dangerous is that they're comprised of this friable fibrous needle-like material that is microscopic and can degrade and be r...
2020-08-0400 minInjured Senior PodcastJoe Grillo: The Danger of Urgent Care Centers to the Elderly and Senior PopulationIn this episode, Steve and Joe discuss:1. At what point in your life did you start purchasing urgent care centers?When I finished fellowship, I began to practice and realize that infectious disease doctors are at the low end of the pay scale for physicians, and that, combined with student loan debt, made me interested in seeing how I might be able to mitigate the set of circumstances and it happened that urgent cares were up and coming at the time, and there was not one in my hometown. 2. Did you see senior and elderly p...
2020-07-2800 minInjured Senior PodcastRichard Mollot: What To Do About Infection Control Problems in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living FacilitiesAbout Richard Mollot: Richard is an attorney and the Executive Director of the Long Term Care Community Coalition, or LTCC for short. The LTCC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving care and quality of life for residents in nursing homes, assisted living, and other residential care settings, through policy analysis and advocacy. In this episode, Steve and Richard discuss:1. How has the long term care industry handled protecting our seniors and elderly from COVID-19?We know that nursing homes are not great places to live, generally speaking, that care tends t...
2020-07-2100 minInjured Senior PodcastRein Tideiksaar: Preventing Falls in the Senior and Elderly CommunitiesAbout Rein Tideiksaar: Dr. Rein is the President of Fall Prevent LLC, which is a consulting company that provides educational, legal, and marketing services related to fall prevention in the elderly. Dr. Rein is a gerontologist, which is a health care professional who specializes in working with the elderly, and a geriatric physician's assistant. Dr. Rein has been active in fall prevention for over 30 years and is the author of textbooks, professional training manuals, and director of numerous research projects regarding fall prevention. Additionally, he has developed fall prevention programs in the community assisted living home care, acute care...
2020-07-1400 minInjured Senior PodcastDr. John Cascone: Overprescribed Antibiotics Cause C. Diff InfectionsAbout John Cascone: Dr. Cascone, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease Physician. His internal medicine residency was done at the University of Kansas and infectious disease follow up at the University of Missouri, Columbia. He is the Medical Director of nursing homes in southwest Missouri. His medical practice includes the care of residents in long term care facilities, infectious disease consultations and telemedicine and infectious disease services to rural facilities. He has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis, C diff, colitis, staphylococcus aureus, antimicrobial stewardship, and pressure ulcers. He lives in Joplin...
2020-07-0700 minInjured Senior PodcastBill Vigilante: Everyday Safety Challenges for Seniors and the ElderlyAbout Bill Vigilante: Dr. Vigilante is a human factors and ergonomics consultant with experience researching topics related to pedestrian and premises safety, driver performance, roadway safety, lighting, night vision, the designing of warning and instructional information, risk perception, the effects of aging on performance, as well as safety and product design. Dr. Vigilante’s extensive resume includes the publication of dozens of scientific papers in the field of human factors and ergonomics. He has also testified as an expert witness in federal and state courthouses across the country. Dr. Vigilante’s expertise is in studying human performance issues and asse...
2020-06-3000 minInjured Senior PodcastStan Andrzejewski: How to Stay Independent and Out of Pain Through YogaAbout Stan Andrzejewski: Stan is the founder of Greater Baltimore Yoga. He was certified in the Iyengar tradition in 1988 while a student of John Schumacher, but now considers Victor van Kooten as his main inspiration. He integrates 45 years of experience as a physical therapist into his 33 years of teaching yoga. He works with people with orthopedic and neurologic problems in his private practice. He has trained many yoga teachers through his apprenticeship program. He has taught a series of continuing education courses for physical therapists entitled Hatha Yoga as Physical Therapy.In this episode, Steve and...
2020-06-2300 minInjured Senior PodcastJohn Cascone: Recognizing Sepsis in the Senior and ElderlyAbout John Cascone: Dr. Cascone, is a Board Certified Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease Physician. His internal medicine residency was done at the University of Kansas and infectious disease follow up at the University of Missouri, Columbia. He is the Medical Director of nursing homes in southwest Missouri. His medical practice includes the care of residents in long term care facilities, infectious disease consultations and telemedicine and infectious disease services to rural facilities. He has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis, C diff, colitis, staphylococcus aureus, antimicrobial stewardship, and pressure ulcers. He lives in Joplin...
2020-06-1600 minInjured Senior PodcastEllen Platt: Why You Need a Geriatric Case Manager For Your Loved OneAbout Ellen: Ms. Platt is founder and owner of The Option Group, LLC. Her team conducts comprehensive evaluations, makes recommendations, implements a plan of care and coordinates resources to support it. They provide a thorough knowledge of the healthcare industry and can help families skillfully navigate the maze. Additionally, they provide advocacy services and can assist with care in the home or placement in a facility. Ongoing monitoring can also be set up so that the most appropriate plan of care can be implemented at all times and changes can be made to address changes in condition and avoid...
2020-06-0900 minInjured Senior PodcastRob Schenk: Should You Sign Nursing Home Arbitration AgreementsAbout Rob Schenk: Rob Schenk is a lawyer with the law firm Schenk Smith Trial Attorneys based in Atlanta, Georgia. The Schenk Smith Law firm focuses exclusively on representing families with loved ones that have been seriously injured or killed in nursing homes. In this episode, Steve and Rob Schenk discuss: 1. Why do nursing homes so greatly want residents to sign binding arbitration?Arbitration is an alternative to litigating a case in a court of law. By signing a binding arbitration you are forfeiting your right to litigate your case in a...
2020-06-0200 minInjured Senior PodcastPaul Greenwood: Protecting America Against Elder AbuseIn this episode, Steve and Paul discuss:1. How did you go from an attorney in England to a district attorney in San Diego?I came to the US in 1970 after seeing Easy Rider, traveled the country, met a girl and fell in love.2. How did you come to specialize in elder abuse prosecution?One day the San Diego D.A. says “Adult Protective Services tells me we have an elder abuse problem” and I didn’t even know what that was at the time, so he made me the head of Elder Abuse Prosecution and I...
2020-05-2600 minInjured Senior PodcastBrian Therrien: How and When to Apply for Social Security Disability1. Your website http://www.thedisabilitydigest.com/ It has nearly 200,000 people who have maximized their disability benefits or income opportunities. Can you tell my listeners what exactly is the disability digest?The disability digest is a free resource where you sign up, fill out a profile that helps us understand if you're going through the approval process or if you've been through it, then we help you either get your disability benefits or maximize your disability benefits and some of the common things that we help with our disability approval assistance. 2. How are you able to do that f...
2020-05-1900 minInjured Senior PodcastInjuries and Conditions Developed over the Years at a JobIn this episode, Steve discusses:Occupational diseases can be any chronic ailment that occurs as a result of working conditions or occupational activity, even long termThese do not occur overnight, they can take years to develop over a sustained period of timeAn employer can be responsible for medical treatment, lost wages, permanent disability compensation, prescriptions, and even vocational rehabilitation to get you retrained and back in the workforce if working conditions caused your injuryKey Takeaways:There are currently hundreds of thousands of seniors who are suffering from occupational diseases and may not be...
2020-05-1200 minInjured Senior PodcastMartha Kelso, Wound Care + CEO Discusses Bedsores and Pressure UlcersSteve and Martha Discuss:1. What is a pressure ulcer or bedsore?“All bedsores are pressure ulcers but not all pressure ulcers are bedsores.”Many of these types of wounds develop from the inside out; the factors contributing to tissue breakdown go further than simply laying in the same position for too long.2. How serious can a bedsore be?A bedsore can become very serious if not treated properly and can lead to as serious of a health condition as sepsis or death.3. Do the senior and elderly come along with comorbidities which make them...
2020-05-1200 minInjured Senior PodcastWelcome to the Injured Senior PodcastWe are all living longer, which means we may need to rely on others to help us or our parents. Thus, like it or not, the Senior and Elderly population is vulnerable to negligence committed by medical professionals, Nursing Home and assisted living facilities, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, insurance companies and everyday individuals and businesses. Do you know who to trust? The Injured Senior Podcast will educate and inform you about legal issues of importance to the injured Senior and Elderly population such as medical malpractice, Nursing home and assisted living abuse and neglect, defective drugs and medical...
2020-05-0700 min
A Case of the Mondays"Learn to be a good person by doing good things" w/ Prof. Steven MintzWelcome to Season 2! Looking to be a little more introspective, a little more philosophical, and a little weirder this time around. Looking forward to seeing where it takes us, and hope you enjoy the journey. To kick things off, Chris talks to Dr. Steven Mintz, retired Professor Emeritus from Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo. Steve has spent the last few decades studying, writing about and teaching on the subject of ethics. His first book was a textbook titled Ethical Obligations and Decision Making in Accounting, which won him the Accounting Exemplar Award in 2015 for...
2020-04-061h 00
Workplace Perspective Raising the Bar at Workplaces Everywhere!®Episode #31 – Ethics In The Workplace: Dr. Steven MintzToday’s special guest is Dr. Steven Mintz, author, speaker and "Ethics Sage." SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Dr. Mintz about the impact of ethics in the workplace and focusing on creating a more productive and civil working environment. A wonderful episode that highlights the practical steps employees and employers can take to create a more ethics-minded workplace.
"If you want to make a difference, master their way before you s"You have to be pro-active with ethics - not reactive - to get the positive result." - Dr, Steven Mintz
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2019-11-0227 min
Workplace PerspectivesEpisode #31 – Ethics In The Workplace: Dr. Steven MintzToday’s special guest is Dr. Steven Mintz, author, speaker and "Ethics Sage." SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Dr. Mintz about the impact of ethics in the workplace and focusing on creating a more productive and civil working environment. A wonderful episode that highlights the practical steps employees and employers can take to create a more ethics-minded workplace. Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employer / employee relationships.
2019-11-0227 min
TheApplegateExperience™Alan Watts - Elliot Mintz Interview 1972“The point is that God is what nobody admits to being, and everybody really is.” ~Alan Watts
2019-09-1747 min
Mixin' it up with Mintz and MoodySteven Godfrey SB Nation 4-4-19Steven Godfrey of SB Nation joins Mixin it up with Mintz and Moody!
2019-04-0515 minMixin' it up with Mintz and MoodySteven Godfrey 3-29Steven Godfrey joins Mixin it up with Mintz and Moody to talk about his new LSU article.
2019-03-2914 min
The Purrrcast119 - Tail Of Two Cities Pt. 1On episode ONE HUNDRED NINETEEN of The Purrrcast, Sara and Steven take you on part one of Sara's big Mew York City adventure (with Ellisa Keller as her guide) chatting with friends old and new about their cats! Guest's include: Arthur Smilios and Caitlin Leighton, Martha Hayward-Mintz and Chris Hayward, Pier Harrison, Jen Jones, Tricia Gilbride, and Tara Connelly! The Purrrcast, talking to cat people because we can't talk to their cats. The Purrrcast is the cat podcast for you and your feline friends. Based in Los Angeles, hosts Sara Iyer and Steven Ray Morris chat with fellow cat enthusiasts a...
2017-12-132h 20
EdSurge PodcastHow Childhood Has Changed (And How That Impacts Education)It’s easy to forget that notions of childhood have changed radically over the years—and not all for the better, says Steven Mintz, a history professor at the University of Texas at Austin. “Helicopter parenting” and habits around carefully guarding, protecting and scheduling kids have their downsides.
The history of the American family and childhood is an area Mintz has long studied. And he keeps that perspective in mind as he works to keep college teaching practices up to date in his other role, as the executive director of the University of Texas System’s Institute for Transformational Learning.
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2017-07-1124 min
The Purrrcast035 - The Spirit Molecule (A Keanu Special)
Do you love cats? Do you love talking about cats? The Purrrcast is a brand new Los Angeles-based podcast from Sara Iyer and Steven Ray Morris where they chat with their friends and other feline fans about the furry little creatures they love. Not sure how the cats feel about it though, but I’m sure they love it too. On episode THIRTY-FIVE we are joined by past (and future!) guests Sammi Wallschlaeger, Stephanie Olsen, Martha Mintz, and Annie Wilkes to talk about Key & Peele’s gangsta cat movie, Keanu. Directed by Peter Atencio, Keanu tells the story of two men...
2016-05-1149 min
The Purrrcast004 - Martha Mintz & Chris Hayward - Kibbles 'n TitsDo you love cats? Do you love talking about cats? The Purrrcast is a brand new Los Angeles-based podcast from Sara Iyer and Steven Ray Morris where they chat with their friends and other feline fans about the furry little creatures they love. Not sure how the cats feel about it though, but I'm sure they love it too.In this fourth episode we chat with couple Martha Mintz and Chris Hayward about her cats Simon and Daenerys, his cat Hisser, cat health scares, on creating the most fun cat ever, Chris's housesitting animal adventures, and Martha does some fun...
2015-10-141h 24