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Link: <a href="http://growingbolder.com/gbinsider/volume143-631824.html">Growing Bolder Insider | Vol. 143: Going National</a>

The Growing Bolder TV Show Goes National!

We've been dropping not-so-subtle hints about a major announcement -- and it's finally time to let you in on our secret! The Growing Bolder TV Show has been selected by American Public Television as one of the very few new programs for national distribution. Beginning in September, every PBS Station in the country will receive the show in high definition and many have already indicated that they’ll air it. We know that many of you have watched episodes online, waiting patiently for the chance to tune your TV to the program that proves it's not about age; it's about attitude. That patience is about to pay off!

We've set up a special website with a press kit, new photographs, episode listings and more. And we'll soon be recruiting YOU to help us spread the word and insure that GBTV is on in every market in America. Thanks so much for the support and for helping us celebrate!

Click here for the new website
Click here for the press kit, photographs and more
Click here to catch up on online episodes
Click here to join GBTV on Facebook

GB Splashes With the Best

Growing Bolder CEO Marc Middleton took his suit and his video camera to the U.S. Masters National Swimming Championships in Atlanta. He returned with dozens of new friends, 4 medals and 1 story about an amazing competition and a great organization helping men and women from 18 to 100 prove it's not about age, it's about attitude.

Click here to watch the story.

Art Said the Darndest Things

We lost the legendary Art Linkletter this week. The 97-year-old died on Wednesday at his Los Angeles area home. Art was a guest on the Growing Bolder Radio Show in 2006, and he shared wonderful stories about his 70-year love affair with his wife and revealed why it was so important to him to keep working late into his 90s. Click here to take a walk down memory lane with one of the all-time TV greats.

You'd Look Pretty Good in That RV

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the RV, and it looks like more people than ever are falling in love with them. A leading tourism researcher says RV travel can be anywhere from 27 to 60 percent cheaper than other kinds of vacations, even when factoring in the costs of fuel and RVs. With campgrounds seeing record crowds in this economy, wouldn't you rather be in an RV than a tent? Click here to see how stylish traveling can be.

Remember a Vet Today

Throughout our nation's history, men and women have put their lives on the line to defend the freedoms we cherish. This Monday, we should all pause to honor those who have bravely chosen to accept this mission. We'll be highlighting stories we've done about specific wars' veterans below, but we also urge you to check out our Veterans Channel for interviews with men and women who continue to serve our nation in this time of war.

The Greatest Generation

They survived a surprise attack at Pearl Harbor. They suffered unimaginable losses yet still defeated Hitler's forces at the Battle of the Bulge. They fought enemies overseas and racism at home. They flew cutting-edge airplanes that still capture our imagination. No matter their experiences, the veterans of World War II all share one common hope: that the lessons learned in a war that took place more than 60 years ago will not fade away.

A War Unlike Any Other

American combat troops fought for more than a decade in Vietnam. During that time, some of our soldiers spent years locked away in POW camps. Some saw heavy combat and came home to tell to the stories of their fallen brothers. Some realized the war did not end when they came home. Yet, others lost limbs but gained a new joy for life. See how the Vietnam veterans are still leading the way for the next generation of soldiers.

GB Radio: Tommy Smothers

The Smothers Brothers created intelligent political commentary and satire, mostly aimed at the Vietnam War and racism. Over the years, they've continued to shout out about injustice and intolerance. Today, Tommy is still provocative, entertaining and fascinating to listen to.

Click here to listen to GB Radio.

GB Radio: Brud Cleaveland

How many 92-year-olds do you know who swim nearly every day and continue to compete in challenging meets? Brud Cleaveland smashes the stereotypes of aging with every stroke.

Click here to listen to GB Radio.

Lifelong Learning Minute: Dara Torres

"Don't put an age limit on your dreams." Age really is just a number -- and nobody proves that more than Olympic superstar Dara Torres! What's her secret? Take :60 and find out, from the ageless wonder herself.

Click here to watch this story and here for more LL Minutes!

Studio G News

If you like quirky stories, the kind that tend to fall through the cracks in an oversaturated media world, you must check out GB Member Dan Davis's highly entertaining newscasts. Dan, a former newsman, tapes the segments in his home garage and posts them regularly on his profile page.

Click here to check out Studio G News.

In the next Growing Bolder Insider: She started running at the age of 50. At 65, she started a calligraphy business. Today, at the age of 80, she's thriving at both! Meet the woman who's combined a steady hand with a steady pace to make her mark on life!

Deep Thoughts

"If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun."
-- Actress Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003)

Did You Know?

May 25, 1961
In a speech to Congress, President Kennedy says, "I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth." Although he did not live to see it, his wish came true when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the moon on July 20, 1969.

May 25, 1977
The summer blockbuster and a cult classic is born when the original "Star Wars" opens. It will go on to win 7 Oscars, earn $800 million worldwide and spawn a generation of rabid fans.

May 29, 1953
Beekeeper and climbing enthusiast Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay, a Sherpa from Nepal, become the first people to reach the summit of Mount Everest, the highest point on earth.