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  • Callee Bauman trains with coach Lisa at The Maile School in FL before winning her local & Miss South Dakota title.  She competed at The Miss America Pageant in Las Vegas.

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    Dr. Aubrey de Grey

    A geneticist from the University of Cambridge in England thinks the first person to live to 1,000 is alive today.


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    Franklin "Bud" Held

    Franklin "Bud" Held burst onto the world track and field scene with his record-breaking collegiate career at Stanford University, and at the age of 75, he's still smashing world records.


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    Joanne McCully

    Joanne McCully graduated from Cornell University at the age of 51 and has found a new career.


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    Erdman Palmore

    Duke University's Erdman Palmore calls ageism the third great "ism" plaguing this country. Find out how he's fighting for equal rights for seniors.


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    Dr. Aubrey de Grey

    Dr. Aubrey de Grey is revered by many and mocked by others for his views on immortality.


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    Personal and Professional Transformation

    Dr. John Hitt is president of one of the largest and most respected universities in America. Under Dr. Hitt's leadership, The University of Central Florida has totally transformed itself. At the same Dr. Hitt, totally transformed himself.


  • Bobby Bowden
    Bobby's in Big Trouble

    News that as many as 25 FSU players -- nearly one-third of the roster -- have been implicated in an academic cheating scandal and will miss the Music City Bowl is big trouble for 78-year-old coaching legend Bobby Bowden.


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    Carla Hoppie

    50-year-old Carla Hoppie isn't your average college freshman.


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    Friday's Buzz: February 15, 2008

    Happy Friday. Today's News Brew is a tasty blend of big stories and interesting facts compiled by the GB News Team inside the Worldwide Headquarters. Read the Brew and be ready to engage anyone in a thought provoking discussion on modern life. Wow.


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    Am I wrong for feeling the way I do?

    Am I wrong for feeling the way I do?                                     ...

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    Thomas Jefferson

    Born: April 13, 1743
    Died: July 4, 1826
    Author of the Declaration of Independence whovoiced the aspirations of a new America as no other individual of his era.


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    Ouch! That Word Hurt!

    Ouch! That Word Hurt!   By Deedra Hunter, M.S., LMHC             I have never had sticks and stones hurled at me but- words?  A half century ago it was called “teasing” and no one paid...

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    Mike Wallace

    Born: May 9, 1918
    Award-winning journalist; lead correspondent for CBS's 60 Minutes for 37 years. Wallace's professional honors include at least 20 Emmy Awards.


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    Dr. Margo Maine

    Margo Maine is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders for more than 25 years.


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    “She’s Getting So Thin… What Can I Do?”

    “She’s Getting So Thin… What Can I Do?”...

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    Spicy Seniors

    Like it hot? More and more restaurants are catering to baby boomers' spicy palates.


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    Walter Cronkite

    Born: Nov. 4, 1916
    For nearly two decades, Americans overwhelmingly turned to Walter Cronkite for the day's news.


  • Estelle Rees-Arroyo
    Estelle Rees-Arroyo

    At an age when many are content to sit back and reflect on a long life, Estelle Rees-Arroyo is studying the lives of others as she works toward a bachelor's degree.


  • Experience Corps
    Michelle Hynes

    What if your life experiences could better the life of a child? In 20 cities across the country, more than 2,000 mentors are doing exactly that.


  • Sue Walsh
    Sue Walsh

    A woman who dominated the collegiate swimming world 25 years ago is back and better than ever.


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    The Book...

    Shortly after I moved to New Hampshire, my son Jon, who is a free-lance writer with six published books to his credit and more on the way, began talking about my writing a book.  He felt that lifelong learning for older adults was an important topic,...

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    Best Floor Exercise Ever

    There were some incredible moments at the Beijing Olympics. But there was nothing like this. Gymnast Paul Hunt performed this floor exercise routine 20 years ago. You'll see why no one has come close ever since!


  • Dr. Mehmet Oz
    Dr. Mehmet Oz

    The man who wrote the bible on losing weight is turning his attention to helping you extend your lifespan. Everyone's, including Oprah's, favorite doctor makes a house call to Growing Bolder.


  • Bobby Bowden
    Bobby's in Big Trouble

    This week's news that as many as 25 FSU players -- nearly one-third of the roster -- have been implicated in an academic cheating scandal and will miss the Music City Bowl is big trouble for 78-year-old coaching legend Bobby Bowden.


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    Marjorie Thompson

    Marjorie Thompson had her passions and goals, but life had other plans for her. She accomplished a lot many can't say they have, but Thompson still yearned for more.


  • Leonard Steinhorn
    Leonard Steinhorn

    Leonard is the author of "The Greater Generation: In Defense of the Baby Boom Legacy."


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    Losing Weight

    I read a Reader's Digest article that made so much sense, that I have to share it with you. Ten best tips for easy slimming down. One of the best things you can do for your overall health is drop a few pounds. Or maybe more than a few pounds. Being...

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    Tupperware Eagles

    Hello Again Growing Bolder Faithful, I just finished Don Felder's highly entertaining new book about the Eagles, Heaven and Hell. There are some gems for central Florida music history buffs. Felder had some early friendships with "Tommy" Petty, Duane...

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    Two very experienced Senior Games athletes

    How many times do you have the opportunity to talk to someone who is 102 years old? I had that pleasure when I called to check in on John Donnelly, my favorite over-100 years old athlete. His first comment to me was if we had created a 100-105 year...

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    Parenting a College Student

    The other day I came across an interesting article about parenting and college students. Since I am now the baby boomer mom of a college freshman, I took note of what it had to say.The Professor from Emory University offered some tips on Parenting Your...

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    World's Oldest Living Woman

    American Edna Scott Parker was born April 20, 1893 and at age 115, is currently recognized as the oldest person in the world following the death of Yone Minagawa of Japan on August 13, 2007.


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    Picture of the Day and B'days for Oct. 14

    Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14. Today's birthdays include Sir Roger Moore, who turns 81. Moore played James Bond longer than any other actor. Our picture of the day is a superhero who has seen better days.


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    Picture of the Day and B'days for Dec. 2

    Today is Tuesday, Dec. 2, the 337th day of 2008. Five-time Tony Award and three-time Emmy Award winner Julie Harris is 83. Our picture of the day has ignited an Internet controversy.


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    Mentors Make the Difference to Achieve Results

    Mentors Make the Difference The benefits of having a leader come alongside to achieve greater results   By Dwight Bain, NCC, Founder of the LifeWorks Group of Counselors & Coaches   Last week I was honored to spend some time...

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    The Fifth Taste

    I asked the group in the last blog if anyone knew what the fifth flavor was....As you may remember, the first four are sour, sweet, salty and bitter. The Fifth taste ( not to be confused with the Fifth Element, a movie with Bruce Willis) is called...

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    A New World's Oldest Person

    Maria de Jesus of Portugal passed away Friday at 115, opening the door for Gertrude Baines. She's 114, the daughter of slaves and she even voted in November for Barack Obama.


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    See Florida's Finest Senior Athletes at the 2008 Florida Senior Games State Championships

    It’s been a little over three weeks since Florida Senior Games State Championships registration has been open and the Florida Sports Foundation has been buzzing with activity.   More than 8,000 registration books were mailed out to...

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    More Motivation

    The world is filled with doubters. Even men and women of vision have failed to understand a transformational idea. So, if you wonder why no one understands your vision -- this list of mind boggling quotes might make you feel a little better.


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    Celebration of Mother's Day

    None of us could be here without one; they come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Some are funny, some are sweet; some are older, and some have just received their titles. We're talking about moms.


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    Most Troubling Example of Ageism?

    Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.


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    Popping a Pill to Ward Off Alzheimer's?

    If warding off Alzheimer's was as easy as taking a pill – wouldn't we all grab a glass of water and get medicated? The pills are called statins, but not everyone is on board with the idea of prescribing them to people as prevention.


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    Can He Do It?

    64-year-old adventurer Michael Fournier, a retired French Army officer is ready for his big moment. Fournier has spent two decades and nearly $20 million in a quest to break American Joe Kittinger's 48-year-old record for highest parachute jump.


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    Want to Add 14 Years to Your Life?

    Researchers just released a list of some easy things you can do to live a longer, happier life.


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    What Led Up to the Book…

    Follow your bliss! At age 61, I never thought I’d be living these famous words by Joseph Campbell. But when I realize that I’m doing the work I love from my home in the hills above a beautiful lake in New Hampshire, and that I’m sharing my life...

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    9 Steps to Physical Fitness

    It's never too late to get in shape and the time to start is now. Step one is to consult with your doctor to get an exercise routine tailored to your needs and physical condition. Then follow these Growing Bolder Fitness tips.


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    What Motivated You To Pursue Your Course In Life?

    Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.


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    What Is Your Dream?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


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    GB's World's Oldest

    Here's something you won't find anywhere else -- GB's exclusive collection of interviews with remarkable men and women who are the world's oldest in their activity. If you want inspiration and proof that it's never too late, here it is.


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    Masters Sport Stars

    Older is bolder. Check out our interviews with many of the top masters athletes in the world. These men and women are having the best times of their lives as they turn in the best times of their lives.



 

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