3 Tips To Change the Way You View Aging
Renowned gerontologist Bill Thomas, M.D., is on a mission to change the way society views aging. Listen to his quick pep talk and get his three quick tips to change your attitudes on aging forever.
All Marc Middleton Stories
Hunter Kemper’s Transition
Hunter Kemper, a four-time Olympian and one of the greatest triathletes in U.S. history, talks exclusively to Growing Bolder about his difficult decision to end his quest for his record-setting fifth Olympic games. Find out what’s next and how his family and his faith are keeping him positive about the future.
It’s Time to Get Moving
What makes people wake up before the sun to lace up their sneakers and hit the pavement? In a word: hope. See how people who meet at start lines all across the world have discovered a way to improve their bodies, minds and futures.
The Art of Rebellion
Now in his mid-90s, world-renowned artist Harold Garde not only still paints daily in his home studio, he sees his work as the ultimate act of artistic rebellion. He explains to Growing Bolder why he refuses to paint for the galleries, collectors, shows or museums, but is instead focused on pleasing one person: himself. Listen to him speak passionately on the art of aging, society’s focus on legacies and the privilege he thinks every aging person deserves.
GB Throwback: Just Say Yes
We talk a lot about saying yes, taking calculated risks and looking for adventure. Our CEO Marc Middleton made a career out of doing all three as a TV news and sports anchor and reporter. You’ve got to see these to believe them.
Surviving & Thriving Complete Show: Episode 304
In this episode of Surviving & Thriving, meet a couple who both exhibited dementia-like symptoms and feared the worst. But hope was available. Plus, a former NFL great battles to save his leg.
Growing Bolder Receives EMMY® Award Nominations
The Suncoast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has nominated Growing Bolder for two EMMY® Awards, honoring the company’s first documentary Conquering Kilimanjaro, as well as its special series Surviving & Thriving®.
There’s No Place Like Home
Many people say one of the scariest parts of aging is losing their independence. See how a new program is helping people age — and thrive — in place: at home!
Swimming Toward a Cure
In his seven years at the helm of U.S. Masters Swimming, outgoing executive director Rob Butcher has helped create a robust organization to support thousands of masters swimmers. His reason for leaving an organization and mission he loves is deeply personal. And it’s why he’s been awarded the 2015 Growing Bolder Inspiration Award.
Go Ahead and Jump
Thirty years after he took his final jump, a former track star-turned-orthopaedic surgeon rediscovers the passion of his youth. See how returning to competition has inspired those around him and helped this highly regarded physician better understand the mindset of the aging athlete.
A Warning For All Men
An alarming number of men are being diagnosed with a symptomless cancer, and you’ll never believe what it’s been liked to: sex. Find out what you need to know about preventing, diagnosing and treating this cancer.
Surviving & Thriving Complete Show: Episode 303
In this episode of “Surviving & Thriving,” Jane Pauley reveals how she picked up the pieces when she thought her lifelong career was over. Plus, meet a man who survived three massive heart attacks — in one day!