The Not Old - Better Show
The Not Old – Better Show is a radio show that is broadcast over the Internet using podcast technology discussing the hottest issues and topics that fascinate and inform those 50+ age Americans and are of interest and concern to boomers. Not Old – Better viewers and listeners can “tune in” whenever they want, giving them the freedom to enjoy the show in the gym, in the car, at home or work.A SHOW FOR THOSE 50+, BY THOSE 50+ Talk About Better®
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🦬 The Wild East Returns: Elk, Bison, Wolves and the Fight to Make Room 🐺🌲
08/02/2026
🦬 The Wild East Returns: Elk, Bison, Wolves and the Fight to Make Room 🐺🌲
🦬 Before highways, subdivisions and shopping centers, the American East belonged to giants. Bison moved through Indiana and Illinois. Elk ranged across Appalachia. Wolves and cougars lived in forests we now consider entirely human territory. Then they disappeared. Now, some are returning. 🌲 But recovery gets complicated when an elk crosses a highway, a bison needs a fence or a wolf appears near someone’s home. Environmental writer Andrew Moore joins me to discuss his fascinating new book, The Beasts of the East: The Fall and Rise of America’s Eastern Wilderness. 🎙️ How much land, control and comfort are we willing to give up to make room for something truly wild? Listen to The Not Old Better Show.
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1,100 Miles Later: What the Trail Teaches About Aging Better
07/27/2026
1,100 Miles Later: What the Trail Teaches About Aging Better
🌲🧭 Some lives begin again at the trailhead. On this episode of The Not Old Better Show, I speak with Melanie Radzicki McManus, author of Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail. Melanie hiked 1,100 miles across Wisconsin in 36 days, moving through forests 🌲, prairies 🌾, wetlands 💧, farms 🚜, glacial landscapes 🪨🧊, and small-town gathering places 🤝. The mileage is impressive. The message is even better: there is no one way to hike. You can section hike. Use a shuttle. Stay in a motel. Walk with friends. Start small. Begin safely. 👣 For adults 60+, that is a powerful model for healthy aging: adapt without apology, stay curious, keep moving, and let the outdoors reconnect you to people, place, and purpose. 💪🌅✨ We talk about women in the outdoors, trail community, ambition after midlife, and the adventure still ahead. 🎙️📚 🎧 Listen now at notold-better.com
#NotOldBetter #ThousandMiler #IceAgeTrail #HealthyAging #ActiveAging #WomenOutdoors #PurposefulLiving #Hiking #OutdoorLife
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Working for the Common Good: The People Behind America's Smithsonian
07/23/2026
Working for the Common Good: The People Behind America's Smithsonian
Working for the Common Good: The People Behind America's Smithsonian The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series 🏛️ What if one of America's greatest career opportunities is hiding inside a museum? 🤔 Discover the people, purpose, and passion behind the Smithsonian with Fredie Adelman. 🎙️ Listen now! 🇺🇸✨ #Smithsonian #America250 🏛️ What if museums are some of the most innovative workplaces in America? Most of us think of museums as places to visit. But they're also places where scientists, engineers, educators, conservators, veterinarians, cybersecurity experts, communicators, and researchers work every day to improve our understanding of the world. 🌎🔬 🎙️ In this fascinating episode of The Not Old Better Show, Fredie Adelman of Smithsonian Associates takes us behind the scenes of America's Smithsonian as our nation marks its 250th anniversary. ✨ Discover hidden careers. 🤖 Learn how AI is changing museum work. 🦖 Explore groundbreaking research. ❤️ Hear how thousands of people work for the common good. This conversation may change forever the way you think about museums. 🎧 Listen today at notold-better.com Important links and resources from Fredie Adelman: For people who are interested in the work of museums around the world: International Council of Museums () and in the US, the – they’re responsible for an annual survey of museum-goers and learned that 60% of visitors believe that all museums support emotional well-being; 69% of museum-goers think museums provide intellectual stimulation and support cognitive health, and 9 out of 10 visitors think that museums help them feel more connected to others, half of those responded that they feel stronger connections to other cultures and half feel more connected to nature. These results are from surveys conducted by . We’ve also learned that museums rank among the top 3 most trusted institutions in a survey with ten options and 1 out of 3 US adults think that museums are non-partisan / neutral sources of information. As for Smithsonian specific info; here are a few links: , , , , and and of course . Here too are some resources about the and the gold nugget. As for beekeeping, I should have fact-checked b/c it seems that the ‘Insect Zoo’ at the Natural History Museum is undergoing transformation and will re-open in the spring, so here’s an article about . Finally, should anyone be interested in following up about internships, there's here's a link to the and for fun, here’s the link to and an article about the current . #Smithsonian #America250 #Museums #Curiosity #LifelongLearning #Innovation #HealthyAging #Podcast
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Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening?
07/20/2026
Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening?
👂🫀 Is your body trying to tell you something? 🤔 Bestselling author, reveals what science says about listening to your body for better health, strength, and longevity. 🎧✨ Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening? The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series 🫀 We spend a lot of time asking what’s new in health. 🤔 Maybe the better question is… what has our body been trying to tell us all along? That question became the foundation of one of my favorite recent conversations on The Not Old Better Show with physician and bestselling author, , author of the new book, Organ Speak, 📚 We talked about muscles as an active organ, why recovery is part of exercise rather than a break from it, how the immune system responds to stress, and why the strongest evidence for healthy aging still points toward remarkably simple habits. 💪😴🥗 Walk more. Sleep well. Preserve muscle. Recover. Stay socially connected. These ideas aren’t trendy. They’re supported by decades of research, and scientists continue learning more about why they matter. If you’re interested in practical, evidence-based conversations about healthy aging, resilience, and living well after 60, I hope you’ll join us. 🎧 I’d enjoy hearing your thoughts after you listen. #HealthyAging #Longevity #Science #Leadership #PreventiveHealth #Podcast #Wellness #AgingWell #SmithsonianAssociates For more information, please check out:
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Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening?
07/20/2026
Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening?
👂🫀 Is your body trying to tell you something? 🤔 Bestselling author, reveals what science says about listening to your body for better health, strength, and longevity. 🎧✨ Your Body Is Talking. Are You Listening? The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series 🫀 We spend a lot of time asking what’s new in health. 🤔 Maybe the better question is… what has our body been trying to tell us all along? That question became the foundation of one of my favorite recent conversations on The Not Old Better Show with physician and bestselling author, , author of the new book, Organ Speak, 📚 We talked about muscles as an active organ, why recovery is part of exercise rather than a break from it, how the immune system responds to stress, and why the strongest evidence for healthy aging still points toward remarkably simple habits. 💪😴🥗 Walk more. Sleep well. Preserve muscle. Recover. Stay socially connected. These ideas aren’t trendy. They’re supported by decades of research, and scientists continue learning more about why they matter. If you’re interested in practical, evidence-based conversations about healthy aging, resilience, and living well after 60, I hope you’ll join us. 🎧 I’d enjoy hearing your thoughts after you listen. #HealthyAging #Longevity #Science #Leadership #PreventiveHealth #Podcast #Wellness #AgingWell #SmithsonianAssociates For more information, please check out:
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Fitness Freedom: Exercising While Traveling or On the Go, Episode 2
07/02/2026
Fitness Freedom: Exercising While Traveling or On the Go, Episode 2
Fitness Freedom: Exercising While Traveling or On the Go, Episode 2 The Not Old Better, American Council on Exercise (ACE) Live Long Better Interview Series Travel is an obstacle course with coffee. ☕✈️ Dr. Sabrena Jo shares how adults 60+ can stay mobile in airports, hotels, cars, and real life. #FitnessFreedom Travel has a way of telling the truth about our bodies. ✈️ The airport is not just an airport. It is an obstacle course with coffee: long corridors, heavy bags, tiny seats, rental cars, hotel beds, unfamiliar chairs, and the occasional gate change that feels suspiciously like interval training. In this upcoming American Council on Exercise Live Long Better conversation, I’ll talk with Dr. Sabrena Jo about fitness freedom while traveling or on the go. This is not about turning vacation into boot camp. It is about staying connected to movement when routine disappears. We’ll cover hotel-room workouts, bodyweight exercises, travel-friendly tools, and smart strategies for adults 60+ who want to keep moving through airports, road trips, family visits, conferences, and everyday life away from home. The best fitness plan is not the one that only works when everything is convenient. The best one travels. 🧳💪 🎧 Coming July 2026 on The Not Old Better Show. #TravelFitness #HealthyAging #LiveLongBetter #FitnessOver60 #NotOldBetter #MovementMatters
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Maintaining Independence Through Functional Fitness, Episode 1
06/30/2026
Maintaining Independence Through Functional Fitness, Episode 1
Maintaining Independence Through Functional Fitness, Episode 1 The Not Old Better, American Council on Exercise (ACE) Live Long Better Interview Series Fitness after 60 deserves a better headline. It is not about vanity. It is not about punishment. And it is certainly not about pretending we are all training for the Olympics. At its best, fitness is about freedom: the freedom to rise from a chair, climb stairs, carry groceries, reach a shelf, and keep participating in the life we have built. 🏡 In this upcoming American Council on Exercise Live Long Better conversation, I’ll speak with Dr. Sabrena Jo about functional fitness and aging in place. We’ll look at the daily movements that quietly determine independence: strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, and confidence. This episode asks a simple but powerful question: what if the real fitness test is not what happens in the gym, but what happens in the kitchen, the garden, the hallway, the grocery store, and the home we hope to keep living in? For adults 60+, movement is not just exercise. It is preparation. It is protection. It is a vote for future independence. 💪 🎧 Coming July 2026 on The Not Old Better Show. #HealthyAging #FunctionalFitness #AgingInPlace #LiveLongBetter #NotOldBetter #ExerciseScience
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The Anti-Hype Beauty Episode: Good Housekeeping’s April Franzino on Testing, Trust, and Aging Well Core Promise to the Listener
06/25/2026
The Anti-Hype Beauty Episode: Good Housekeeping’s April Franzino on Testing, Trust, and Aging Well Core Promise to the Listener
The Anti-Hype Beauty Episode: Good Housekeeping’s April Franzino on Testing, Trust, and the Aging Well Core Promise to the Listener The Not Old Better Show Good Housekeeping Good Better Best Interview Series Beauty advice has moved from the department store counter to the magazine page to the endless scroll. That shift matters, especially for adults 60+. Today, consumers are trying to make sense of sunscreens, retinol, dark spot correctors, fragrance, skin-tightening products, “anti-aging” claims, and social media recommendations that often sound more certain than the evidence allows. On this episode of The Not Old Better Show, I speak with April Franzino, Senior Beauty and Style Director at Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, and Prevention. April brings the perspective of a journalist, editor, product tester, and consumer guide. We talk about the Good Housekeeping Beauty Awards, the role of Beauty Lab testing, why sunscreen remains central to skin care, and how readers can separate practical guidance from polished salesmanship. For me, the larger question is trust. Who has earned it? What has been tested? What should we question before spending money? Experience matters. Longevity matters. And in beauty, as in health journalism, confidence should never outrun evidence. 🎙️🧴✨ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-old-better-show/id1085682174
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👀 LOOK TWICE: What a Former CIA Officer Wants You to See Before Trouble Finds You: Vol 3 🛡️✈️
06/23/2026
👀 LOOK TWICE: What a Former CIA Officer Wants You to See Before Trouble Finds You: Vol 3 🛡️✈️
👀 LOOK TWICE: What a Former CIA Officer Wants You to See Before Trouble Finds You: Vol 3 🛡️✈️ The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series 🛡️ “Safety isn’t about fear — it’s about preparation.” – Tim Beard, former CIA officer, Marine, and now author of the Look Twice safety series. Tim has protected U.S. assets in hostile regions across the globe. But now, his mission is closer to home—helping seniors and families protect themselves from threats in daily life. 👁️ From elevators and ATM lines to phishing emails and parking garages, Look Twice teaches you how to spot what others miss—and act before danger escalates. This is the episode to share with your family. If you’re caring for aging parents, living alone, or just want to sharpen your awareness, Tim’s advice could be life-saving. 🎧 Tune in to The Not Old – Better Show to hear how to protect your future with simple, powerful preparation: Apple Podcasts, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-old-better-show/id1085682174
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The Call Before the Crisis: Ken Duckworth on Men, Mental Health, and the Families Who Notice First
06/17/2026
The Call Before the Crisis: Ken Duckworth on Men, Mental Health, and the Families Who Notice First
The Call Before the Crisis: Ken Duckworth on Men, Mental Health, and the Families Who Notice First The Not Old Better Show, Healthy Living Interview Series A man can say “I’m fine” and still may be asking, in the only way he knows how, for someone to notice. That is where this episode begins. 🎙️ For June 2026 and Men’s Health Month, I’m joined on The Not Old Better Show by Dr. Ken Duckworth, longtime Chief Medical Officer at NAMI and author of You Are Not Alone. His work is rooted in medicine, family experience, and the stories of people who have lived with mental illness and learned what helped. We talk about men, silence, shame, depression, suicide risk, partners who are worried, adult children who are scared, and the hard question many families face: when is this more than a rough patch? This conversation is for the man who keeps saying he is fine. It is also for the wife, husband, partner, brother, sister, daughter, son, friend, or neighbor who sees the change and does not know how to start. Listen to the episode. Then do one small thing today: call, text, stop by, or ask the second question. “How are you really doing?” 💙 If someone is in immediate danger, call emergency services. In the U.S., if you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988. Listen on Apple Podcasts!
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When the Guru Falls: Meryl Davids Landau on Yoga Bind, Betrayal, and the Courage to Begin Again 🧘♀️🔥
06/12/2026
When the Guru Falls: Meryl Davids Landau on Yoga Bind, Betrayal, and the Courage to Begin Again 🧘♀️🔥
When the Guru Falls: Meryl Davids Landau on Yoga Bind, Betrayal, and the Courage to Begin Again 🧘♀️🔥 The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series Today, we’re talking about story, spirit, betrayal, friendship, and the search for something steady when life throws us off balance. My guest is award-winning author, independent health journalist, certified yoga teacher, and returning fan favorite, novelist Meryl Davids Landau. Meryl is the author of what she calls mindful women’s novels, including Downward Dog, Upward Fog, the award-winning Warrior Won, and now her third novel, Yoga Bind. This new book brings us back into a circle of spiritually seeking women, but this time, the ground underneath them shifts. Janelle, the central character, is moving along her spiritual path when a serious accusation against her revered yoga guru forces her to ask a painful question: If the teacher is tainted, are the teachings tainted too? That’s a powerful question. And it’s not only about yoga. It’s about trust. It’s about community. It’s about how we hold complexity when someone we admire disappoints us, or worse. And for many of us, especially as we get older, it’s also about how we keep growing without becoming cynical.
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Eat Strong, Move Smart: Stefani Sassos on Food, Fitness & Health Claims That Matter After 50
06/10/2026
Eat Strong, Move Smart: Stefani Sassos on Food, Fitness & Health Claims That Matter After 50
Eat Strong, Move Smart: Stefani Sassos on Food, Fitness & Health Claims That Matter After 50 The Not Old Better Show, Good Housekeeping, Good Better Best Interview Series 🥗 What does “healthy” really mean after 50? It’s a question many of us ask while standing in the grocery aisle, reading a supplement label, hearing about a new diet trend, or wondering whether our workouts are doing enough to keep us strong. On the Good Housekeeping Interview Series from The Not Old Better Show, Paul Vogelzang welcomes Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CDN, Nutrition and Fitness Director for the Good Housekeeping Institute. Stefani is a registered dietitian and certified personal trainer who helps people make sense of food, fitness, and the health claims we see every day. In this episode, Stefani talks about the Mediterranean way of eating, her High-Protein Mediterranean Cookbook, protein and muscle strength, why hamstrings matter for movement and balance, and how fitness and food work together as we age. We also get into the topics that make many people pause: SPF in a pill, supplements that may worsen hair loss, postbiotics, USDA food labels, and how Good Housekeeping reviews health information before sharing it with readers. For professionals, caregivers, adult children, and anyone focused on aging well, this is a smart and grounded conversation about staying curious, asking better questions, and making choices that support a fuller life. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-old-better-show/id1085682174
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🚘🔥 Modesto, chrome, rock & roll, and American Graffiti Festival 2026
06/05/2026
🚘🔥 Modesto, chrome, rock & roll, and American Graffiti Festival 2026
🚘🔥 Modesto, chrome, rock & roll, and American Graffiti Festival 2026 The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series 🚘 Some communities have landmarks. Modesto California has a soundtrack, a streetlight, a polished hood, and a story that helped shape American pop culture. On this episode of The Not Old Better Show, Paul Vogelzang talks with Steve Perry and Chris Murphy about the — a celebration tied to George Lucas, American Graffiti, classic cars, radio, rock and roll, and the culture of 1950s–70s Americana. But this conversation goes far beyond chrome. Steve and Chris share why the Graffiti USA Classic Car Museum matters as a civic project, an educational space, a home for local stories, and a way to preserve memories that may otherwise be lost. For donors, sponsors, volunteers, and local partners, this is a chance to help Modesto protect its own story — and share it with families, visitors, students, car lovers, and future generations. 🚗 History has horsepower. Community gives it a future. Watch/listen: notold-better.com
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Rachel Carson’s Question: What Are We Not Seeing?
06/04/2026
Rachel Carson’s Question: What Are We Not Seeing?
Rachel Carson’s Question: What Are We Not Seeing? Smithsonian Associates Interview Series with Rebecca Henson 🛑 Before the headlines… before the movement… there was a question: ❓ What are we not seeing? Rachel Carson—📖 writer, 🔬 scientist, ⚖️ truth-teller—challenged a nation at the height of its confidence. Her words didn’t just inform—they unsettled, awakened, and changed the course of history. 🎙️ Smithsonian Associate Rebecca Henson joins us to reveal Carson’s full story—her wonder, her courage, and why her message hits just as hard today. 🎧 Listen now: notold-better.com #NotOldBetter #RachelCarson #LiveWithPurpose #AgingWell #EnvironmentalInsigh
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🧠 The Math Lie: You Were Never Bad at Math—You Were Taught to Fear It 🔥
05/28/2026
🧠 The Math Lie: You Were Never Bad at Math—You Were Taught to Fear It 🔥
🧠 The Math Lie: You Were Never Bad at Math—You Were Taught to Fear It 🔥 🧠 What if math was never the problem—only the way we were taught to see it? In this episode of The Not Old Better Show, Paul talks with award-winning author Junaid Mubeen about Think Like a Mathematician and the surprising tools math gives us for everyday life: spotting patterns, weighing choices, escaping all-or-nothing thinking, and understanding why small actions can change everything. 🔥 From combinatorics to chaos theory, this is math without the panic and with real purpose—especially for adults 60+ who are still curious, still learning, and still rewriting old stories. 🎧 Listen now and retire “I’m not a math person” for good. Because better thinking is healthy aging, too. ✨ Tune in now.
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America at 250: Celebration… or Stress Test? 🇺🇸
05/22/2026
America at 250: Celebration… or Stress Test? 🇺🇸
🇺🇸 America turns 250… but what exactly are we celebrating? And who gets to decide the story of the United States? 🤔📜 This week on The Not Old – Better Show, award-winning host Paul Vogelzang sits down with Princeton historian and CNN political analyst Dr. Julian Zelizer for a timely conversation about democracy, polarization, patriotism, and the future of America itself. From the founders’ vision 🇺🇸 to today’s battles over elections, misinformation, and civic trust, Dr. Zelizer explains why America 250 may become a defining test for the nation. 🎧 Thoughtful. Provocative. Essential listening. Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-old-better-show/id1085682174 #America250 #HistoryMatters #Democracy #JulianZelizer #SmithsonianAssociates #TheNotOldBetterShow #CivicEngagement #AmericanHistory
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The Mental Health Benefits of Movement
05/14/2026
The Mental Health Benefits of Movement
The Mental Health Benefits of Movement Live Long Better, Fitness Interview Series with Dr. Sabrena Jo What if one of the best things you can do for your mood, your memory, your confidence, and your independence does not require a gym, a stopwatch, or a brand-new pair of shoes? What if it starts with standing up, taking a walk down the hall, stretching while the coffee brews, or practicing balance beside the kitchen counter? Welcome to the April Live Long Better series from The Not Old Better Show. Today, we are talking about “The Mental Health Benefits of Movement,” and here is the provocative truth: after 50, movement is far more than exercise. It is a daily vote for steadiness, self-trust, sharper thinking, lower stress, and a stronger sense of possibility. Our guest is . She joins us to reframe movement as something joyful, useful, and deeply human—not a chore, not a punishment, and never a test you have to pass. We will talk about the brain-body connection, movement after a fall, balance training, fear, confidence, and the small steps that can help us feel more like ourselves again.
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Behind Closed Doors: Why Historic House Museums Are Rewriting the Story of America’s Past”: America 250
05/11/2026
Behind Closed Doors: Why Historic House Museums Are Rewriting the Story of America’s Past”: America 250
Behind Closed Doors: Why Historic House Museums Are Rewriting the Story of America’s Past: America 250 The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series We don’t just inherit history—we decide how it’s told. 🏠 In this episode, shares why historic house museums are at a turning point. These aren’t just preserved spaces. They’re places where real lives—complicated, human, unfinished—still speak. What happens when we stop admiring the furniture… and start listening to the stories? For those of us thinking about legacy, community, and meaning—this conversation hits deeper than expected. For more information, please check out the Smithsonian Associates website: https://smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing/programs/historic-house-museums Listen here: notold-better.com
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Robert Watson: Declaration: The Untold Stories Behind America’s Founding Document:
05/07/2026
Robert Watson: Declaration: The Untold Stories Behind America’s Founding Document:
Dr. Robert Watson, Distinguished Professor of American History at Lynn University, reveals the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the most iconic document in U.S. history. Drawing from a wealth of primary sources—including letters, diaries, newspapers, and diplomatic communiqués—Watson reconstructs the debates, drafts, and drama that surrounded the creation of the Declaration of Independence. Focusing on the influence of women, enslaved individuals, and Indigenous peoples, Watson brings to light the varied cast of often-forgotten characters and perspectives that shaped the American experiment in his book, Declaration: The Story of American Independence. Along the way, he explores the document's philosophical roots, its political impact, and the enduring struggle to realize its lofty promises of liberty and equality. Learn more about Watson's new book Declaration: The Story of American Independence
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Live Long Better: The Science of Strength, Sleep, and Morning Sunlight
05/06/2026
Live Long Better: The Science of Strength, Sleep, and Morning Sunlight
What if better health didn’t require drastic change—just smarter habits? In this episode of The Not Old Better Show, I speak with Dr. Sabrena Jo from the American Council on Exercise about two highly effective, accessible strategies: strength training and morning light exposure. For adults over 50, maintaining muscle, balance, and mobility is essential for independence. Dr. Jo explains how simple resistance exercises—done just a few times a week—can make a measurable difference. We also explore emerging research on morning sunlight. Just 10–20 minutes early in the day can help regulate sleep cycles, improve mood, and even support metabolic health. The takeaway is simple and encouraging: small, consistent actions can lead to meaningful improvements in how we feel and function.
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Anthony Horowitz: Murder, Mystery, and the Power of a Second Act
04/30/2026
Anthony Horowitz: Murder, Mystery, and the Power of a Second Act
Anthony Horowitz: Murder, Mystery, and the Power of a Second Act The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series What if your finest work comes later? 📚 In this episode of The Not Old Better Show, Anthony Horowitz reflects on a career that keeps finding new life. From Foyle’s War and Alex Rider to Marble Hall Murders and A Deadly Episode, he continues to surprise readers and viewers with wit, nerve, and remarkable range. What stayed with me most is this: growth does not end with early success. For writers, readers, and anyone in a second act, Anthony speaks candidly about risk, structure, discipline, and staying curious. It’s a conversation about craft, ambition, and why the next chapter can still be your strongest. Check out on Apple Books! https://books.apple.com/us/book/a-deadly-episode/id6751496045
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😴 What’s Really Ruining Your Sleep? The Mattress Myths, Cooling Claims & Bedding Fixes That Actually Matter 🛏️🔬✨
04/24/2026
😴 What’s Really Ruining Your Sleep? The Mattress Myths, Cooling Claims & Bedding Fixes That Actually Matter 🛏️🔬✨
😴 What’s Really Ruining Your Sleep? The Mattress Myths, Cooling Claims & Bedding Fixes That Actually Matter 🛏️🔬✨ The Not Old Better Show, Good Housekeeping Good Better Best Interview Series 😴 Poor sleep affects far more than your nights. It can shape focus, mood, recovery, and how you show up the next day. 🌙 In recognition of National Sleep Awareness Month, Good Housekeeping’s Good Better Best features Grace Wu and Amanda Constantine from the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Textiles, Paper & Apparel Lab. Their work combines lab analysis, hands-on product testing, and feedback from real consumers across the country. In this episode, they look closely at what actually helps people sleep better — from mattresses and bedding to cooling claims, smart beds, and long-term comfort. What makes this conversation stand out is its focus on evidence. It cuts through bold marketing and centers on support, temperature control, durability, and the everyday sleep problems people are trying to solve. For product teams, retailers, and consumers alike, the takeaway is clear: better sleep starts with better information. Listen to the episode here: Apple Podcasts, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-not-old-better-show/id1085682174 #SleepAwarenessMonth #SleepHealth #ConsumerInsights #GoodHousekeeping #GoodBetterBest
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Before Independence… There Was Doubt 🇺🇸😳 What Really Happened in 1776?
04/18/2026
Before Independence… There Was Doubt 🇺🇸😳 What Really Happened in 1776?
Before Independence… There Was Doubt 🇺🇸😳 What Really Happened in 1776? 1776 wasn’t inevitable 🇺🇸⚡ At the start of that year, most Americans weren’t calling for independence. They were asking for fairness… representation… a better version of the system they already knew. And yet, in just twelve months, something extraordinary happened. People changed their minds. Not overnight. Not easily. But through a steady collision of ideas 📜, lived experience, and undeniable reality. Pamphlets like Common Sense didn’t just inform—they reframed the debate. What once felt acceptable suddenly felt impossible. What once felt radical became necessary. That shift is worth paying attention to—especially now. Because 1776 reminds us that transformation doesn’t begin with certainty. It begins with conversation 🗣️… with disagreement… with the courage to rethink long-held assumptions. It asks a hard question: what does it take for individuals—and entire societies—to move from comfort to conviction? For those of us thinking about leadership, legacy, and the future we’re shaping, that question still matters. The founding generation didn’t have the luxury of clarity. They had risk. They had doubt. And they moved forward anyway ⚔️ 🎧 I explore this in a recent conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and his new book Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Matters. It’s not just a look back—it’s a lens on how change actually happens. for more information:
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ROAR: Michael Clinton on Why It’s Time to Stop Acting Old—and Start Living Loud Again
04/17/2026
ROAR: Michael Clinton on Why It’s Time to Stop Acting Old—and Start Living Loud Again
ROAR: Michael Clinton on Why It’s Time to Stop Acting Old—and Start Living Loud Again The Truth About Aging No One Tells You—and What to Do About It Now Today’s episode is brought to you by We don’t talk enough about what happens after success. In my latest conversation with Michael Clinton—former President of Hearst Magazines and author of —we explored a question many professionals quietly face: What now? For decades, the narrative has been clear—work hard, achieve, and then eventually step aside. But what if that model no longer fits the reality of longer, more active lives? Michael offers a different perspective: don’t retire—refire. What stood out most is how often limitation isn’t physical—it’s psychological. Many people begin to scale back not because they have to, but because they believe they should. The real shift is internal. Moving from external validation to internal alignment. From what looks impressive… to what actually feels meaningful. If you’re in the second half of your career—or thinking about what comes next—this conversation may challenge more than your plans. It may challenge your assumptions. 🎧Listen on KLOI Community Radio! #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Aging #FutureOfWork #Purpose #LifelongLearning You can learn more about Michael and his work at roarforward.com, and as always, you can explore this episode and our full library at notold-better.com. Today’s episode is brought to you by , Every Style Every Home.
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🔥 Brad Taylor: Shadow Strike, Pike Logan, and the Price of Stopping Chaos 🌍🎯
04/14/2026
🔥 Brad Taylor: Shadow Strike, Pike Logan, and the Price of Stopping Chaos 🌍🎯
🔥 Some episodes stay with you. This one grabs hold. Brad Taylor joins Paul Vogelzang on The Not Old Better Show for a conversation about Shadow Strike (available for pre order on !), Pike Logan, old enemies, global stakes, and the hidden cost of keeping others safe. Taylor’s fiction reads like a diplomatic cable with a lit fuse—headline-hot, tense, and deeply human. For listeners who know that duty leaves marks, and that reinvention can arrive later in life, this episode hits home. Thriller fans, readers, writers, and anyone who loves a bold second act will find something here. #BradTaylor #ShadowStrike #PikeLogan #ThrillerBooks #SecondActs #AgingWell Listen now: Shadow Strike (available for pre-order on !), Pike Logan, old enemies, global stakes, and the hidden cost of keeping others safe! Check it out!
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🇺🇸 AMERICA AT 250: The Story We Tell… vs. The Truth We Live 🚗🔥
04/08/2026
🇺🇸 AMERICA AT 250: The Story We Tell… vs. The Truth We Live 🚗🔥
🇺🇸 AMERICA AT 250: The Story We Tell… vs. The Truth We Live 🚗🔥 The Not Old Better Show Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, commemorating 250 Years of Independence in 2026 Welcome to The Not Old Better Show Smithsonian Associates Interview Series—on radio and podcast. For ten years now, The Not Old Better Show has celebrated health, wellness, culture, and the stories that remind us we’re not old—we’re better. Now, as America commemorates 250 years of independence in 2026, this special series offers a dynamic exploration of America’s past, present, and future. Explore the people, ideas, conflicts, and aspirations that have shaped America–and how the past informs the challenges and possibilities ahead. At 250, America is still young enough to dream, and seasoned enough to know that freedom asks something of every generation. Through our we invite you to hear that story with fresh perspective, honest reflection, and renewed purpose. This is The Not Old Better Show Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, commemorating 250 Years of Independence in 2026. Anniversaries matter. Meaning matters more. History is never just behind us. Sometimes it sits right beside us, asking who we are, what we value, and what we owe the future. Stay with us as Paul Vogelzang continues this Smithsonian Associates conversation on the people, ideas, and moments that still call us to be better. Thanks for joining us this week on The Not Old Better Show Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, commemorating 250 Years of Independence in 2026—on radio and podcast. To hear more about today’s stories, catch our new Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, and enjoy our extensive back catalog of previous shows, please visit notold-better.com. Follow us on X at Not Old Better, and on Instagram at Not Old Better. This is a production of N.O.B.S. studios. I’m Paul Vogelzang. Thanks for spending this time with us. Join me again next time as we continue sharing stories that remind us we’re getting better, not just older. Because 250 years later, Better is still a conversation worth having. Let’s talk about Better. This is commemorating 250 Years of Independence in 2026
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This Is Your Life, Carolyn Forté: Good Housekeeping’s Queen of Clean Opens the Big Red Book
03/24/2026
This Is Your Life, Carolyn Forté: Good Housekeeping’s Queen of Clean Opens the Big Red Book
This Is Your Life, Carolyn Forté: Good Housekeeping’s Queen of Clean Opens the Big Red Book The Not Old Better Show, Good Housekeeping Interview Series: Good Better Best Today’s episode is brought to you by , Every Style Every Home. And today’s episode is special. Today’s guest is special. we open a very large, very red book… and it begins with a familiar scene: a kitchen. A sink. A dish towel. And someone—possibly you—asking, “Do I really have to pre-rinse this?” Carolyn Forté has spent more than 40 years at Good Housekeeping, moving from the Textiles Lab to the Home Care & Cleaning Lab—where “clean” isn’t a vibe, it’s data. She and her team don’t just read labels; they challenge them. They make stains on purpose. They time cycles. They inspect fibers. They argue with myths. They test what works, what’s hype, and what’s going to leave your towels smelling like regret. She’s written books, taught millions, partnered with the American Cleaning Institute, and helped turn everyday home care into something practical, even reassuring—especially for those of us who want our homes to stay safe, comfortable, and easier to manage as the years add up. And yes… somewhere in the pages of this big red book is a sentence you never expected to hear: a waterproof computer keyboard… went into a dishwasher. For science. So settle in—because today is a warm, funny, heartfelt look back at the career of the woman who’s saved more family arguments than any referee ever could. Remember today’s episode is brought to you by , Every Style Every Home.
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When “Denied” Goes Viral: AI Claim Denials, TrumpRx, and America’s Healthcare Trust Crisis
03/18/2026
When “Denied” Goes Viral: AI Claim Denials, TrumpRx, and America’s Healthcare Trust Crisis
When “Denied” Goes Viral: AI Claim Denials, TrumpRx, and America’s Healthcare Trust Crisis The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series Thank you, I’m Paul Vogelzang. Today’s episode is brought to you by . Have you ever stood at the pharmacy counter, card in hand, and heard one word: denied? For our listeners over 50, that moment isn’t about inconvenience. It’s blood pressure meds. It’s insulin. It’s the medication that keeps you steady, independent, and in your own life. And then comes the “solution”: “Try a coupon.” “Pay cash.” “Use a marketplace.” Behind that advice is a system that can feel like a black box—prior authorization, shifting formularies, and now, more and more, algorithms. AI can speed up decisions, but it can also shut a door without giving you a clear, human explanation. Now add the third ingredient: social media. A nonstop feed that can take real pain and turn it into a blame spiral—until people stop asking, “How do we fix this?” and start asking, “Who do we punish?” We’ve seen how fast outrage can spread, and how dangerous it can become when it’s celebrated instead of cooled down. Today on The Not Old Better Show, we’re connecting those dots—insurance hurdles, AI-driven denials, and the polarization that’s eroding trust. Our guest is Dr. William Soliman, CEO of the Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs and a leading expert on pharma and health insurance. He’ll explain TrumpRx—what it is, what it isn’t, and why a discount price that doesn’t count toward your deductible can backfire for seniors on multiple medications. We’ll talk reform. We’ll talk responsible tech. And we’ll talk empathy—because healthcare can’t run on anger. And it’s never too late to insist on dignity at the doctor’s office. Remember, support our sponsors: today’s episode is brought to you by .
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Your Watch Is Smart. You’re Smarter: AI Fitness Without Losing the Human
03/17/2026
Your Watch Is Smart. You’re Smarter: AI Fitness Without Losing the Human
Your Watch Is Smart. You’re Smarter: AI Fitness Without Losing the Human Live Long Better: The Not Old Better Show, ACE Interview Series With Dr. Sabrena Jo TODAY'S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY AND ⌚🤖 Your watch has years of data. Now AI wants to tell you what it means—and what to do next. ACE CEO Dr. Cedric Bryant said, “AI is now central to fitness.” In 2026 AI may become the backbone of programming, scheduling, personalization, and even staffing in gyms. 😮🏋️♀️🤖 Exciting? Yes. But here’s the myth to drop: AI and wearables won’t replace coaches or common sense. 🧠✅ On Live Long Better, Paul and Dr. Sabrena Jo (ACE) break down what to track (resting HR ❤️, sleep 😴, weekly movement minutes 🚶♂️) and how to use AI for safer intensity, smarter recovery, and steadier habits—without stress. 🚩📊 REMEMBER TO SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: TODAY'S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY AND
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🎀👵👧 From Grandma to Granddaughter: “Bows & Ties” and the Power of Sisterhood with Kavya Thakrar 📚✨
03/02/2026
🎀👵👧 From Grandma to Granddaughter: “Bows & Ties” and the Power of Sisterhood with Kavya Thakrar 📚✨
🎀👵👧 From Grandma to Granddaughter: “Bows & Ties” and the Power of Sisterhood with Kavya Thakrar 📚✨ The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series 🎀📚 Who’s the woman you still call when life feels wobbly? 👵👧 Today’s episode is brought to you by Good Looking. Clean Cooking, and this week on The Not Old – Better Show, 16‑year‑old author Kavya Thakrar shares “Bows and Ties,” built from 19 interviews celebrating sisterhood, confidence, and family wisdom. Tell us: who’s your “tie”? 💛 🎀👵👧 Quick question: who was the woman who steadied you when you were young—and have you thanked her lately? This week on The Not Old – Better Show, we’re featuring Kavya Thakrar, who published her book “Bows and Ties” at just 16. 📚 It’s a collection of 19 interviews with founders, creators, and doctors, woven with reflections on sisterhood, confidence, and connection. What stayed with me is how naturally this conversation bridges generations. ✨ For grandparents, parents, mentors, and leaders, it’s a reminder that the words we say at the kitchen table can echo for decades. For teens, it’s proof their voice matters right now. Try this today: 💬 send one message that starts with, “I still remember when you…” and finish it with a specific moment. A mother. A grandmother. A teacher. A friend. Those details build community—at any age. ❤️ Remember, today’s episode is brought to you by Good Looking. Clean Cooking. If you want an episode you can share with your daughter, granddaughter, sister, or your closest circle, this one hits home. 🎧📺 Watch/listen here: notold-better.com
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