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Growing Bolder
Last Updated on April 23, 2025
Mike Leonard shares the story of two friends, who believed in one another and changed each other’s lives. When Danny Wilson wrote a letter to NBC about his friend, artist Lyndon Barrois, who was making art from gum wrappers, their lives were changed forever.
Brian Hyland is the man behind some very memorable songs, like “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini!” But he had NO idea he was destined for success. His story shows us that you never know where life can take you, so when an opportunity arises, take a chance!
Denise Kaufman is the lead singer and bass player for the Ace of Cups, one of the first all-female rock bands.
Jerry Domask is an 84-year-old ocean swimmer, artist, and veteran who is more courageous and creative than ever.
After a health-scare made her realize the fragility of life, Christiane Palpant renovated a van to travel to and paint all 50 states.
Doreen Ratigan, 70, has been chosen as the winner of The New 65+ Selfie Photography Contest, presented by Humana and Growing Bolder.
More than media, Growing Bolder is a movement of ordinary people living extraordinary lives and it’s now streaming 24/7, for free, at Watch.GrowingBolder.com.
After 30 years and 20 million albums later, Fred Schneider of The B-52s is still flying high and keeping his creative juices churning.
Do you remember the name Tommy Roe? In the ’60s, when it came to musical stars he was one of the biggest in the world! In fact, when the Beatles and the Stones were moving up the charts, he was one of the guys they had to climb over. He had 27 songs that made top 30, like Sheila, Sweet Pea and Dizzy! Roe was a worldwide hit. In 1963 he did a tour of England, and you know who opened for him? Four lads from liverpool!
Growing Bolder Day is designed to appeal to adults of all ages, to celebrate the value of intergenerational connection, and to change belief systems about how our later years can look.
At 83, Smokey Robinson is back with his first album of new music since 2009. He describes it as a concept record about sex and other forms of pleasure.
Beacon College is the first accredited baccalaureate institution in America dedicated to students with learning issues.
Rock legend Roger McGuinn reflects on defying age, music and fame. Discover his timeless journey and the mark he’s still making on the world.
