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    Planning Ahead

    The World's Most Unusual Retirement Plan


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    Wendy Booker

    Rather than letting MS define her, Wendy Booker is defying the disease by climbing the world's 7 tallest mountains.


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    Ruth1898 Gives Britney Spears Advice

    The world's oldest blogger has some advice for pop princess Britney Spears and anyone who doesn't appreciate the beauty of life.


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    Breaking Bread with Ruth1898

    What will you be doing at 109? Ruth1898, the world's oldest blogger, is still sharing her love of the simple joys in life and her golden nuggets of wisdom with GB.


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    Dottie Mears

    The world's oldest mermaid has spent more than 50 years under the water.


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    Floridian Caviar

    Who says the world's best caviar only comes from Russia? U.S.-raised sturgeons could change the world market.


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    World's Oldest Living Woman

    Maria de Jesus-dos Santos is a Portuguese supercentenarian, and, since the November 26, 2008 death of American, Edna Parker, at age 115 years 220 days, is the world's oldest verified living person.


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    Life is Beautiful

    In one of her final video blogs, Growing Bolder member Ruth1898 -- the world's oldest blogger -- explains why she finds the simple things in life, like clouds, beautiful. Her words will inspire you to live your life well until the very end.


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    Sondra Crane

    Sondra Crane, 76, is the world's most prolific contributor to wikiHow, the online how-to manual, and it all started with cole slaw.


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    The World's Oldest Musician!

    The world's oldest musician is closing in on 101, still Growing Bolder and still performing live! Bill Tapia, who is known as the Duke of Uke, played with Bing, Louis and Fats and still has the wit and skill to delight audiences all across America....

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    Bill Hargrove

    At 106, Bill Hargrove is the world's oldest bowler.


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    Hurricane Crackpots

    It's hurricane season again and millions of Americans will start worrying every time the weathercaster says, "There's a new disturbance in the tropics." We asked one of the world's most renowned scientists if it's possible to stop a storm.


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    Monika Ardelt

    One of the world's foremost experts on wisdom and life satisfaction says we don't necessarily get wiser as we get older.


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    Ruth Hamilton

    Ruth Hamilton is 109 years young and still inspiring everyone around her. Wait until you hear about her incredible, history-making life.


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    A World First?

    They say a good film will find an audience and films are now finding their way to a unique community in Florida. A love of cinema has motivated a woman to organize what may be the world's first independent film festival in a retirement community.


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    Dr. Margery Silver

    One of the world's leading experts on longevity teaches from her own experiences.


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    Ruth1898 Dishes Out Relationship Advice

    Move over Dr. Phil because there's a fresh, new voice who has advice based on something you may never achieve -- 109 years of life experience. Find out what Ruth1898, the world's oldest blogger, can teach you about love and life.


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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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    Dr. Thomas Perls

    Dr. Thomas Perls is one of the world's top experts on centenarians. Find out the secrets to a long, healthy life.


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    Tom Kirkwood

    One of the world's top aging researchers says there is no such thing as a death gene.


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    Roy Sugarman

    Dr. Roy Sugarman is one of world's foremost experts on maintaining and improving brain function as we age. Get smarter now


  • Travel Writers Show You the World

    How many times have you thought, "Gee, it'd be great to have an adventure in another part of the world?"


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    World's Oldest Woman Dies

    The world's oldest woman, Edna Parker, died Wednesday in Shelbyville, Indiana. She was 115 years old. Parker, a former Indiana schoolteacher, was one of the 15 longest lived people ever.


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    Adam Shupak

    Golfweek Magazine senior writer Adam Shupak gives Growing Bolder an all-access pass to the world's biggest and most important golf gathering.


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    The Story of Ruth: An Amazing Life

    It's hard to say that a 109-year-old died too soon. But Ruth Hamilton was always up for new adventures. It's why she became the world's oldest blogger. You'll be touched by her story and her legacy.


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    Lucille Borgen

    At 94, Lucille Borgen became the oldest competitor ever in the U.S. National Water Skiing Championships; the world's largest water ski tournament. She amazed the crowd, winning the slalom and tricks title in her age division.


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    MLB Draft Bonus: Charley Pride, Charlie Davis, Bob Mitchell

    Charley Pride made it big in two worlds: baseball and country music. Charlie Davis remembers what it was like to live on $250 a month. And Bob Mitchell has big dreams for the future of baseball.


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    Coach John Wooden

    John Wooden became well-known as a basketball coach but his common-sense principles of success have made him one of the world's most sought after speakers.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Thursday, March 6, 2008

    Swayze battles cancer. Dems dig in. 101-year-old man to run London Marathon. Disturbing new study about colonoscopies. The new world's richest person. When are we going back? All in today's Buzz.


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    Marti Barletta

    One of the world's top marketing experts says catering to women over 50 is the key to businesses succeeding.


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    Picture of the day and B'days for Dec. 9

    Today is Tuesday, Dec. 9. There are 22 days left in the year.It's a busy day for birthdays including actor Kirk Douglas who turns 92. Today's pictures include what could be the most expensive Christmas tree and Christmas ornament in the world.


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    Sunday's Buzz: February 17, 2008

    Hear Ye. Hear Ye. Today's News Brew: Ex-Beatle settles, mankind's to-do-list, "Gentlemen, Start Your Engines," a 120-year-old woman, 30 ways to prevent cancer, and our new feature -- Video of the Day (a daily clip guaranteed to amuse, amaze or inform.)


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    Remarkable Woman Struggles for Life

    Just wanted to pass along that the oldest member of Growing Bolder, Ruth1898 is not well. At 109, she is the world's oldest blogger. She has been put under the care of hospice and they are very concerned about her chances of recovery. Being a part of...

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    Ken Mitchell

    After taking on Mount Everest, former NFL linebacker Ken Mitchell is now scaling Europe's highest peaks.


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    Anne Ornish

    Life got you pulling out your hair and blowing steam from your ears? Well, Anne Ornish, one of the world's top experts on stress management, is coming to the rescue!


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    Silver Surfers

    Surf's up for men and women of all ages! The world's biggest Surf Expo is for buyers and sellers only, so we took our cameras inside to give you a tour. We found a booming industry that is Growing Bolder every year.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Friday, March 14, 2008

    Obama and Clinton E-mail war. Strange Fascination -- Could Spitzer's call girl become a star? She already is on the Internet. Popcorn ingredient causes cancer. Building bridges -- and fences.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Tuesday, April 15, 2008

    Get Your Buzz On: Airline merger to create world's largest carrier, Marilyn sex tape sold, adding years, lying about your age to break records, diet reduces risk of heart attack and stroke, the most dangerous places on earth.


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    Picture of the Day and Birthdays for June 17

    Size does matter. The battle for architectural supremacy in the race to build the world's tallest building.


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    World's Oldest Living Man

    Tomoji Tanabe is now 113 thought to be the fifteenth oldest living human being whose age can be verified.


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    Picture of the Day and Birthdays for June 19

    There's not much better than a Greek Island for a romantic get-away. Mykonos has become one of the world's top travel destinations because of it's sheer beauty, relative seclusion, and renowned hospitality.


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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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    Today's Buzz: Wednesday, February 13, 2008

    Get caught up on today's big stories. Obama and McCain sweep. Hollywood writers are back on the job. America's greenest cities and best sandwiches. The illiterate teacher. The world's smallest bodybuilder and more, all freshly ground.


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    Jeanne Stawiecki

    Jeanne Stawiecki is living proof that it's never too late to dramatically change your life -- even in middle age.


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    Edgar Larson

    Swimmer Edgar Larson wouldn’t let a major medical episode get in the way of his passion. The 85-year-old worked his way back to health and won nine gold medals along the way.


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    Robert Sullivan

    Author and Editorial Director of Life Books, Robert Sullivan has written a book that could literally be anyone's dream. He's compiled 100 of the world's best vacation destinations and the cover is only a glimpse of what's inside.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Tuesday, April 1, 2008

    In today's Buzz: The top 100 April Fools' pranks of all time, mouth-to-mouth is out, Kathie Lee is back, 84-year-old Senator runs for another 6-year term, foods that heal, the world's worst intersections, maybe the worst promotional video ever, and more.


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    Dr. T. Berry Brazelton

    World-famous pediatrician Dr. Berry Brazelton has been coaching parents for six decades.


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    Lauren Powers

    Is thinking dangerous? Communications expert Lauren Powers says thinking before we act or speak can lead to disastrous results.


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    Lucky's Lake Swim

    We're in the business of finding cool people doing remarkable things. Or remarkable people doing cool things. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer is both.


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    Dr. JoAnn Manson

    Renowned Harvard researcher and one of the world's leaders in women's health, Dr. JoAnn Manson dispels myths and speaks the truth about the hot topic of hot flashes.


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    Pamela Smith

    World-famous nutritionist Pamela Smith helps everyone from Shaq to Walt Disney World create realistic, healthy and delicious meal plans.


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    Oz Garcia

    There may not be a fountain of youth you can drink from, but nutritionist for the stars Oz Garcia has written several books that will help you read your way to looking younger!


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    Bill Boggs

    How much would it help if you understood the keys to success in life? A four-time Emmy Award winning TV host is asking if you've got what it takes.


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    Linda Franklin

    She may have been one of the most powerful and successful women on Wall Street but Linda Franklin turned 50 and decided to take another road in life.


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    The Amazing Kreskin

    For more than five decades, audiences have been amused and astonished by the man known as the "Amazing Kreskin." He's been on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson a whopping 88 times and could probably tell you what you're thinking right now.


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    Stacy Allison

    The first American woman to conquer Mt. Everest has a message of hope and determination for anyone seeking to improve their life.


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    Picture of The Day: June 1

    The sacred city of Machu Picchu, Peru.


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    What's On Your Bucket List?

    What would you do if you knew your life was about to end? That's the premise of a new movie, starring some Hollywood heavyweights who are all about Growing Bolder in their real and make-believe worlds.


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    Ellington Darden

    The man who changed the way ordinary people work out is still revolutionizing the fitness industry. Only this time, he's focusing on exercisers like himself -- those over 50.


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    Growing Bolder Receives 2008 Senior Vision Media Award

    The Growing Bolder Media Group is the winner of the 2008 Senior Vision Media Award, presented by the Florida Council on Aging. President and CEO Marc Middleton accepted the award on behalf of the Growing Bolder team.


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    Mom, Daughter Bonding at Top of World

    Talk about taking their mother-daughter relationship to a whole new level! Two Aussies have become the first mother-daughter team to reach the top of Mount Everest.


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    World's Oldest Showgirl Dies

    Beverly Allen was all about defying expectations. She swore she'd never stop dancing and she didn't until she passed away this week at the age of 90.


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    The Baseball Bet

    It started when Marc and I grabbed a seat -- the first time we'd rested in hours.  Marc, Jason and I were at the Major League Baseball draft, covering an amazing event.  Former player Dave Winfield helped organize a symbolic draft for surviving...

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