The Not Old - Better Show

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®

Episodes

April 29, 2025 36 mins

Death In The Red Dirt

Uncover the Truth Before the Outback Buries It

The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series

 

 

🎙️Intro: The Not Old Better Show – Art of Living Series🎙️

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living series—where we speak with fascinating people who prove that age isn’t a finish line… it’s an invitation. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today, we’re diving into a conversation that blends the edge-of-yo...

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The Toughest Choice: Caring for Aging Parents, Family Conflicts & Life-Changing Decisions

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Welcome to The Not Old Better Show—I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today we’re talking about something that will touch every single one of us at some point in life. Whether it’s making decisions for aging parents, navigating sibling dynamics, choosing the right seni...

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Too Many Options? The Real History of Freedom and Choice with Sophia Rosenfeld

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 "Our choices shape our identity—but not everyone gets the same menu." – Sophia Rosenfeld ⚖️

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99% Perspiration: A New Working History of the American Way of Life

The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series

Nearly 40% of Americans say they’re NOT getting ahead, even though they’re doing everything right. That’s not a work ethic problem. That’s a system problem.  ADAM CHANDLER

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Lost and Found: Caroline Topperman on Family, Identity, and the Search for Home

The Not Old Better Show, Family History, Genealogy Interview Series

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show on radio and podcast. Today’s show is brought to you by Acorns. The Not Old Better Show. Acorns. ..I’Acorns makes it easy for everyone to st...

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Move Over, Sir! How Women Took the Throttle on America’s Railroads

The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, right here on radio and podcast. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today’s episode is part of our special 60th Anniversary celebration with Smithsonian ...

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The Aerobiome: An Invisible Ecosystem - Smithsonian Associate Carl Zimmer

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Today on The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates series, we welcome award-winning science writer and New York Times columnist Carl Zimmer—author of Airborne: The Hidden Histor...

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Welcome back to The Not Old – Better Show! I’m your host, Paul Vogelzang, and today, we’re talking about turning clutter into cash, attic junk into treasures, and maybe—just maybe—your next garage sale into a goldmine.

Think about it—how many of us have boxes of old collectibles, furniture gathering dust, or a closet filled with clothes we haven’t worn in a decade? Downsizing and decluttering can feel ov...

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The Balanced Brain with Smithsonian Associate Dr. Camilla Nord

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Welcome to The Not Old Better Show—Smithsonian Associates Interview Series. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today, as part of our Inside Science interview series, we’re diving deep into the most powerful organ you possess: your bra...

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The Day Washington Nearly Fell: Smithsonian Associate, Dr. Robert Watson on the Civil War’s Forgotten Gamble

The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series

Washington almost fell in 1864. 🇺🇸 Hear the untold story today. 🎙️ https://notold-better.com

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series—I'm Paul Vogelzang,...

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Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, the podcast for those who believe life gets better—and even sweeter—with age. I’m your host, Paul Vogelzang, and today we’re diving into the soul-stirring legacy of two musical giants whose voices, harmonies, and vision shaped the very sound of a generation: Curtis Mayfield and Jerry Butler.

If you grew up spinning 45s on your record player or gathered around the radio...

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Enough is Enuf: Why Isn’t English Easier To Spell? Smithsonian Associate Gabe Henry

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📚 Ever wondered why English spelling makes no sense? 🤯 Why does G in George sound different from G in gorge? And why are we still spelling enough like that?!

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Mike Donlin: A Rough and Rowdy Life From New York Baseball Idol to Stage and Screen

The Not Old Better Show, Art of Living Interview Series

Ladies and gentlemen, picture this: A baseball star so good they called him “Turkey Mike,” a man who could hit, run, and put on a show at the plate like nobody else. A fan favorite, a heartthrob, a natural entertainer. But also—a brawler, a drinker, a m...

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What if growing older wasn’t just about adding years but about stepping into wisdom, influence, and purpose? What if instead of fading into the background, we embraced a new role—a role of guidance, leadership, and transformation?

Today, we’re speaking with someone who has dedicated his life to redefining what it truly means to age. Dr. Marc B. Cooper is a coach, author, and thought leader who challenges...

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Today’s special guest, singer, songwriter, and musician, Sarah Martin McConnell, is a remarkable example of how life’s twists and turns can lead us to discover our true purpose. A Nashville-based singer-songwriter with a background in social work, Sarah has spent the past 16 years bringing the joy and healing power of music to seniors through her nonprofit, Music for Seniors.

This organization started with a simple, heartfelt idea:...

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Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series on radio and podcast. In 1839, five women gathered in a Boston parlor, asking two profound questions: What are we born to do? How shall we do it? Their answers helped shape one of the most important intellectual movements in American history—Transcendentalism.

We know the names Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. But wh...

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Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series. on radio and podcast. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today, we’re talking about something that affects every single one of us—aging. But not just the personal experience of getting older. We’re talking about how old age itself was invented—how retirement, security, and dignity in later life were shaped by policies, cu...

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1FitLife Fit & Fabulous Over 40: Fitness Friday with Jane Marcus

The Not Old Better Show, Fitness Friday Interview Series

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Fitness Friday edition. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today, we’re cutting through the noise and getting real about health, fitness, and aging strong. If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you as you hit midlife, or...

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Revolution, Rebellion, and the Fight for Freedom: Andrew Lawler on the Untold Story of 1776

The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series

Welcome to the Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates 6oth anniversary Interview Series, where history comes alive and challenges everything we thought we knew. I’m Paul Vogelzang, and today we have a truly electrifying conversation f...

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The New Fit: Aaron Leventhal on Strength, Longevity, and Reinventing Fitness After 40

The Not Old Better Show Fitness Friday Interview Series

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show Fitness Friday interview series. Today’s episode is brought to by Acorns. Acorns makes it easy for everyone to start saving and investing. , I’m Paul ...

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