Voices of Aging with ASIG

Voices of Aging with ASIG

This is the Voices of Aging podcast, where you can learn more about aging through experts. We are the Aging Studies Interdisciplinary Group (ASIG) at the University of Minnesota, and we aim to decode aging with the help of an expert in each episode. Follow us on Twitter (@VoicesOfAging) and Instagram (@voicesofaging), and contact us at voices.of.aging.asigg@gmail.com. We thank Brock Splawski for creating the theme song for this podcast!

Episodes

Economics and Challenges of Long Term Care with Dr. Frances Woolley

May 8, 2024 • 30 mins

Long term care for aging people is an expensive and personally distressful problem for many people and their families. At a systems level, there are often insufficient resources and staffing. Join Dr. Woolley and Harper O'Neill for a comparative discussion of some of these economic and personal concerns around long-term care in the United States and other countries as well as some of the potential solutions.

Host: Lila Lohmille...

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Elevate: an Innovative Community Partner in Aging

April 13, 2024 • 33 mins
Elevate, a pilot program for healthy aging in Perham, Minnesota has the mission to "curate opportunities for adults to improve their physical, mental, and social health so they can live happier, healthier lives." Elevate is one of four pilot programs funded by Leading Age Minnesota Foundation and UCare Minnesota to address the expected increase of healthcare concerns for a growing population of adults. Join Lila as she explores the...
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2024-6 Storytelling Series: Proudest Accomplishments

April 1, 2024 • 16 mins
Tune in for the final installment of our Storytelling Series on Voices in Aging, where residents from the Pillars Community share their Proudest Accomplishments. From overcoming challenges to reaching significant milestones, Dick, Kay, Virginia, Lily, and Marie reflect on the moments that have defined their lives. In this episode, we celebrate the triumphs that have shaped their lives and learn valuable lessons about resilience, p...
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2024-5 Storytelling Series: Rewards of Getting Older

March 19, 2024 • 9 mins
Join us for the latest episode of Voices in Aging, where we continue our journey with the residents of the Pillars Community exploring the "Rewards of Getting Older." Dick, Kay, Virginia, Lily, and Marie will once again share their experiences, joys, and insights into aging. This episode marks the fourth installment of our five-part series. Stay tuned for the final episode, "Proudest Accomplishments," coming in two weeks. In the m...
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2024-4 Storytelling Series: Getting Through Difficult Times

March 4, 2024 • 12 mins
Join us on Voices in Aging for the third installment of our captivating Storytelling Series with guests from the Pillars Residential Community. This week, Dick, Kay, Virginia, Lily, and Marie share their experiences and insights on "Getting Through Difficult Times". Tune in for a deep dive into their wisdom, unique perspectives, and invaluable life lessons. This episode marks the midpoint of our five-part series. If you haven't al...
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2024-3 Advocacy Work with the Alzheimers Association

February 19, 2024 • 25 mins
Join us for an insightful episode of ASIG Voices in Aging as we delve into the world of advocacy with Robert Freeman, a Vice President of Policy within the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota. In this episode, Robert highlights the importance of advocacy and why policy work is crucial for enhancing services and support systems for older adults. With Alzheimer's Day at the Capitol approaching on March 21st, this discussion will give y...
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2024-2 Storytelling Series: Life Lessons

February 5, 2024 • 4 mins
In the latest episode of Voices in Aging, immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by our featured guests of the Pillars Senior Living Community. The second installment in our Pillars Storytelling series features "Life Lessons." Join Dick, Kay, Virginia, Lilly, and Marie as they reflect on the invaluable insights they've gathered through their lifetime. Stay connected for the upcoming three episodes, as we hear from our guests on navi...
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2024-1 Storytelling Series: Meet Our Guests

January 22, 2024 • 7 mins
In this special series of Voices in Aging, we bring you the captivating stories of five residents from Pillars Senior Living Community: Dick, Kay, Virginia, Lilly, and Marie. Episode 1 serves as an introduction, offering a glimpse into the rich backgrounds and diverse experiences that shape these individuals. This is the first part of a five episode “Storytelling Series”. Stay connected for the upcoming four episodes, as we hear f...
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2023-12 Pelvic Health and Aging: Interview with Rebecca Giglio

December 4, 2023 • 20 mins
Join us as we delve into an eye-opening conversation with Rebecca Giglio, a respected physical therapist specializing in incontinence and pelvic health. In this episode, Rebecca shares her passion and insights on the reality of pelvic health, addressing common struggles many individuals face with incontinence across various age groups and gender identities. Discover effective therapeutic approaches that can offer relief and suppo...
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2023-11 Sexual Health In Aging with Dr. Kristen Mark and Dr. Katie Spencer

November 20, 2023 • 28 mins
In an enlightening episode of the Voices in Aging podcast, we speak with Dr. Kristen Mark and Dr. Katie Spencer to explore the often overlooked, yet crucial topic of Sexual Health and Aging. These esteemed experts shed light on the current landscape of sexual health within the context of aging, debunking myths, addressing challenges, and emphasizing the importance of open dialogue and support. Tune in as they explore the complexiti...
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2023-10 Polypharmacy with Dr. Ben Rosenstein

November 6, 2023 • 21 mins
In this thought-provoking episode of the Voices with Aging podcast, we speak with Dr. Ben Resenstein, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities faculty and expert in geriatrics, dementia, delirium prevention, advance care planning, and end-of-life care. In this episode, Dr Rosenstein delves into the world of poly-pharmacy, and its importance in dementia and delirium symptom management and long term care. The Voices of Aging podcast is...
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2023-9 Dementia Care Insights and Best Practices with Dr. Jason Karlawish

October 23, 2023 • 25 mins
In this exciting episode, the Voices in Aging podcast is delighted to welcome Dr. Jason Karlawish, a nationally recognized expert and celebrated speaker in the field of dementia research. Dr. Karlawish delves into the intricate world of dementia care, sharing poignant stories and insightful findings he’s gathered throughout his career. His unique perspective reveals both the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals living with ...
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2023 - 8 LGBTQ+ Panel Part 2

October 9, 2023 • 24 mins
Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Rev. Harry Hartingan, Anne Hodson and Phil Duran. In this episode, we're diving into the importance of community and creating spaces of true belonging. Our panelists share how their work addresses issues of loneliness, isolation, and health disparities for LGBTQ+ elders, not only in the Twin Cities, but across Minnesota. We'll explore what students should be mindful of and how they can pla...
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2023-7 LGBTQ+ Aging Panel, Part 1

September 25, 2023 • 23 mins
In today's episode, join us for Part 1 of a captivating panel discussion on the intersection of LGBTQ+ and aging. Featuring insightful perspectives from Rev. Harry Hartingan, Anne Hodson, and Phil Duran. We delve into the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ older adults, the importance of language and preserving dignity, as well as their personal interactions within the healthcare system. We explore national views and actionable ways...
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2023-6 Career Pivots & Storytelling: Gregg LeFevre

April 10, 2023 • 24 mins
Today’s episode is a bit different than our usual content as we are speaking with a fellow podcaster, Gregg LeFevre, who talks about what it was like making a career pivot at an older age. Gregg is an artist based in New York who has a passion for storytelling, with a particular interest in telling the lost and forgotten stories from people and cultures that have otherwise been excluded from the national narrative. In this episode,...
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2023-5 Skin Aging and Skin Cancer with Dr. Mohiba Tareen

March 27, 2023 • 20 mins
Happy Careers in Aging week! Today we are happy to share an episode featuring Mohiba Tareen, MD. Dr. Tareen is a board certified dermatologist as well as the founder and medical director of Tareen Dermatology with multiple clinic locations in the Twin Cities. In honor of Careers in Aging Week, today’s episode features information on Dr. Tareen’s career path and advice she has for students interested in pursuing medicine with a focu...
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2023-4 Compassion and Choices: Rebecca Thoman

March 13, 2023 • 24 mins
Today we are sharing an episode featuring Rebecca Thoman, MD. Dr. Thoman is a family medicine physician and the campaign manager for Doctors for Dignity. In this episode, Dr. Thoman describes her path to her current career in advocacy, as well as shares more about the mission of Compassion and Choices & Doctors for Dignity. She also speaks more generally to end of life care, the importance of having conversations about death in the...
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2023-3 Understanding Dementia Caregivers: Quinton Cotton

February 27, 2023 • 22 mins
Today’s episode features Dr. Quinton Cotton, a Robert L Kane post-doctoral fellow at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Cotton’s work centers around addressing the needs of Black American Alzheimer’s disease caregivers. Dr. Cotton outlines the path that led him to his career and some of the issues he seeks to address in his research to better understand and support dementia caregivers and the role of the social determinants of health...
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2023-2 Madeleine's Hospice Reflection

February 9, 2023 • 6 mins
Today we are sharing a special episode featuring the Voices of Aging with ASIG host, Madeleine Howard. In this episode, Madeleine shares a reading of a story she wrote titled, "Dying in the presence of a stranger is better than dying alone," about an experience she had as a hospice volunteer. The Voices of Aging podcast is made possible by our Podcast Chair, Rui Zhong, Podcast Host, Madeleine Howard, Audio Editing Manager, Ibrah...
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2023-1 Geriatric Physical Therapy: Dr. Amanda Sharp

January 19, 2023 • 19 mins
We are excited to share our first episode of 2023 with Dr. Amanda Sharp! Dr. Sharp is a physical therapist with board certification in geriatric physical therapy, an assistant professor, as well as associate director & director of student affairs in the Division of Physical Therapy at the University of Minnesota Medical School. In this episode, Dr. Sharp shares about her background, the importance of advocacy when working with olde...
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