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Aging with Grace and PurposeAKO Interview Part 2: Shogun Series 2024In this episode, we are honored to welcome AKO, a distinguished New York-based actress, director, playwright, and founder of the theater company Amaterasu-Za.
AKO’s influence spans local and national theater, where she continues to leave an impact on audiences and fellow artists through her dynamic contributions. As she prepares for the upcoming Off-Broadway premiere of OKUNI (Izumo no Okuni) this November, AKO shares her creative journey and insights, taking time from her busy rehearsal schedule to speak with us.
This is the Part 2 of AKO's interview.2025-01-1026 minAging with Grace and PurposeActress Ako Interview Part 3: Her Future ProjectsFeaturing AKO, Renowned Actress, Playwright, Producer, and Founder of Amaterasu-Za Theater. The 2024 Disney series "Shogun" has won Emmy Awards and Grammy Awards.
She played a key role in depicting the "Iyo no kata" the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
In this episode, we are honored to welcome AKO, a distinguished New York-based actress, director, playwright, and founder of the theater company Amaterasu-Za.
AKO’s influence spans local and national theater, where she continues to leave an impact on audiences and fellow artists through her dynamic contributions. As she prepares for the upcoming Off-Broadway premiere of OKUNI (Izumo no Ok...2025-01-1026 minAging with Grace and PurposeHard Hat Cats at Work with Sheila MasseyMs. Sheila Massey, inspired by a stray kitten named Sadie, began her journey in animal welfare in 2008 by doing Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) work across New York City. Her TNR efforts took her to diverse locations, including a prison, an evangelical church, a landmark mansion, a community garden, and a parking garage, where she honed her community relations skills. Sheila co-taught "Neighborhood Relations" and TNR training for the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC Animals’ Feral Cat Initiative.
In 2020, Sheila founded Hard Hat Cats, an innovative non-profit that places unadoptable feral cats from NYC shelters into “jobs” with employers seeking non-toxic rodent control...2024-09-281h 00Aging with Grace and PurposeHang with Happies (Ms. Nancy Clark Interview)Nancy is an elegant and intelligent lady. She loves the Sunday New York Times puzzle and lives by the Christian standard. She is also very cheerful and personable.
She came to the studio taking a taxi from the port authority, thinking she would be late for the recording. Extremely considerate and professional. She had her very successful art dealer business in her late 50s.
Her love for nature, she says, was nurtured during her childhood in the Hudson Valley. Her poignant memories of her late father touched our hearts.
(This...2024-09-0827 minAging with Grace and PurposeFrom Homeless to Activist (Ms. Wandalynn Interview Part 2)This episode is Part 2 of Ms. Wandalynn's interview at Studio 40.
After experiencing her powerful performance at the Showcase, we asked her to join us again at studio 40 and tell us her life stories.
Her candid words had a lasting impression on us.
We hope you enjoy it and get something out of it as we did. 2024-09-0540 minAging with Grace and PurposeFrom Homeless to Activist (Ms. Wandalynn Interview Part l)Ms. Wandalynn is a gentle-mannered petite lady who presented a powerful one-person act at Studio 40's Showcase*.
Throughout the interview, she was open and exuded a warmth that only experienced and concurred human beings have.
Despite her busy schedule, she engages in activities such as Mothership Six, the Harlem Dance Club event, and sleepover night at the Covenant House New York.
She is a giver, an amazing survivor who enjoys life to the fullest regardless of any challenges she faces.2024-09-0156 minAging with Grace and PurposeCurious PeterPeter is a scholastic protege from Hong Kong who came to study Philosophy and Mathematics in the 1970s. After completing his studies at some of the most prestigious schools in the United States, his talent was kept in America for the next 50 years. After his retirement in 2018, he traveled internationally and energetically engaged in cultural activities. AMC-A-list membership allows him to see three new movies per week, and he joins a book club at the library. He is our classmate in the AI Exploration class at Senior Planet, and in the class, he shared with us how he is...2024-08-2341 minAging with Grace and PurposeAlice Slater talks about AI and Peace movementMs. Alice Slater, a powerful peace activist, spent time with us again at Studio 40 to discuss AI, Nuclear power and weapons, and her Peace activism.
To learn more about Ms. Slater and her current activism, please visit
www.worldbeyondwar.org (She currently serves on the Board.)
A list of her other activism includes:
* on the Advisory Board of Nuclear Ban - US, supporting the mission of the ICAN, International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons which won the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize for its work in realizing the successful UN negotiations for a Treaty for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
* On...2024-08-0151 minAging with Grace and PurposeRevised Studio40 Showcase PresentationThis is a compilation highlight of our Podcast's episodes from April to July 2024.
ABOUT THIS PODCAST
Welcome to our podcast! We are two hosts in our 60s, each with unique backgrounds. Our host, who has lived in the NY Metropolitan area for the past 36 years but has limited experience in New York City, teams up with our co-host, a native New Yorker.
We met this winter at Senior Planet, a wonderful senior center in Chelsea, NYC. Sponsored by AARP and OATS (Older Adults Technology Services), Senior Planet offers a range...2024-07-3103 minAging with Grace and PurposeConversation with Alice Slater on Aging GracefullyMs. Slater, a powerful peace activist, spent time with us at Studio 40 to discuss aging amongst other topics, including but not limited to her parents' episode with President Roosevelt, her childhood memories, her experience being a teacher after graduating from the Queens College at 19, the U.S. Politics, Medicare, long covid, and more.2024-07-2031 minAging with Grace and PurposeJean's Spirituality Leads Her Way of Vegan Life and Meditation.TODAY'S GUEST: MS. JEAN DUBLIN
Jean is our meditation teacher. She teaches at Senior Planet and is a respected leader in her organization. Her voice is also heard in our podcast teaser, saying "There are misconceptions of aging. Aging is not a burden, it is a joy." She came to Studio 40 to tell us more about herself, her devotion to god, and the spirituality that she was given.
ABOUT OUR PODCAST
We are in our 60's. Very different backgrounds: the native New Yorker, and the other having lived in the NY Metropolitan area for the last 36 years but having...2024-07-2048 minAging with Grace and PurposeConversation with Howard Meltzer of "Howie Time"Mr. Howard Meltzer of "Howie Time" is a retired executive from a blue-chip company. The transition from the corporate environment to his adventures looks seamless for him.
He is a multi-faceted person with a great intention to help people. His marriage of 34 years was filled with love despite his wife's health challenges. Her tenacious and positive attitude seems to mirror him.
Thank you Howard for visiting us at Studio 40.
Debbie and I had many questions for this energetic New Yorker.
2024-07-2029 minAging with Grace and PurposeAida, a New Yorker from GuatemalaToday's guest is Aida.
La Buena Mujer, Aida. A New Yorker who has been taking care of her Mom with Alzheimer's for 20 years.
Her sincere and honest story would touch your heart. Her advice to the younger self is a gem she gained through life. She shared with us the challenges she faced while taking care of her mother with Alzheimer's disease for twenty years. But that's only half of who she is. Her passion for recharging herself by attending many of New York's free cultural events makes her a better caretaker...2024-07-1829 minAging with Grace and PurposeSenior Whisperer Katie: Holistic Geriatric Nurse TalksDISCLAIMER:
This podcast does not provide medical advice. The opinions expressed or views expressed do not necessarily reflect or represent those of the host/cohost; such views are merely opinions expressed.
Today's guest is a young holistic geriatric nurse, Katie.
Her stories are fascinating; we can see how much she truly cares.
She talks about how listening and observing patients helps resolve inconclusive conditions. She introduced us to a great program for seniors and their families, caretakers, for the seniors.
About this podcast
We are in our 60s, met at Senior Planet, a senior center...2024-07-1834 minAging with Grace and Purpose"Too Soon too Old, 2 Smart 2 Late" Ms. Nancy Clarke InterviewMs. Nancy Clarke came to Studio 40 to sit down with us sharing some invaluable insight into aging years and the wisdom she learned through her life experience and a German proverb from her uncle.
This is part 2 of Nancy's interview. Her previous interview will be available soon. 2024-07-1821 minAging with Grace and PurposeA Story of Rita Mittman, When Success is Her PassionRita is a gorgeous 88-year-old, who is not invisible. She candidly told us about her parents, her wonderful late husband, and her beloved daughters and granddaughters.
When asked about the challenges seniors face, she tells us "Acceptance" is the key. She says, "Let Go!"
Although physical challenges and the loss of close friends and family are difficult, she is still active and proactive. And she is content with her life.
Admirable lady, Rita. Thank you for coming to Studio 40.
We interviewed Mrs. Rita Mittman at Studio 40 of SNFL, a branch library of...2024-07-1828 min
Aging with Grace and PurposeFound God on Earth: Ms. Jeanne Murray InterviewJeanne comes to Studio 40 to speak with us, Aging with Grace and Purpose, on a beautiful day in June.
She and Yuko met at the Phoenix Club, a gathering conference of aging women who share each other's passions and interests.
"Everyone has something to give," Jeanne says.
"I know! I know! I know!" Older people are sometimes too comfortable thinking they are right.
She shared with us the wealth of knowledge and experience throughout her life and career. Her tenacious nature and positive attitude are contagious. She is one energetic and the kindest New...2024-07-1729 min