Alene Duerk
Alene Duerk is a true American pioneer. She shares the fascinating story of how she rose through the ranks, from registered nurse to becoming the nation’s first rear admiral. Now 94, she’s still as passionate and engaged as ever.
All Rock Stars of Aging Stories
Joyce Carpati
Joyce Carpati is fashionable, vibrant and most importantly, proud to embrace her age. Find out how the 82-year-old is spreading the message that the right attitude, not a lot of anti-aging products, is all you need to look and feel fabulous.
Dr. Roger Landry
We used to think that living a long life was kind of a fluke, that if you made it to a ripe old age, it was part genetics and a lot of luck. We thought wrong. A top longevity researcher explains how YOU have the power to determine your lifespan.
Barbara Beskind
Every time she goes to work, Barbara Beskind, 90, smashes the stereotypes of aging. Find out how the conceptual designer’s new job in Silicon Valley is not only having an impact on her young co-workers but on her fellow retirement home residents, too
Rock Stars of Aging – Roselio Muniz at 101
Roselio Muniz was active, energetic and happy at 101, not because of genetics, but because of the lifestyle choices he made every day.
Breaking Bread with Ruth Hamilton
Before her death at 109, Ruth Hamilton filed dozens of video blogs for GrowingBolder.com. On this visit, we brought her the one thing she said she missed most about the “outside world” — rye bread and jelly. Enjoy life’s simple pleasures with Ruth.
Robert Willoughby
At age 92, flutist and teacher Robert Willoughby has already lived an extraordinary life, playing in some of the world’s most respected orchestra’s and developing many first chair musicians. Learn why he’s still passionate about teaching and music.
Estelle Parsons
Estelle Parsons says the key to healthy aging is to never stop being busy. It’s a philosophy she’s living. At 86, she’s still turning in Tony-nominated performances on Broadway, starring in movies and directing productions at the Actors Studio.
Cecilia Brauer
Have you ever heard someone play the glass armonica? Considering only a handful of people know how to play it, you probably haven’t. That’s about to change, thanks to the fascinating and very talented 90-year-old Cecilia Brauer.
Monica Lewis
Hollywood siren Monica Lewis was an MGM star, toured the world entertaining the troops with Danny Kaye and even voiced Miss Chiquita Banana in commercials. Just before her death at 93, in one of her final interviews, she shared insightful and interesting stories from her early days in show business.
Buzz Cason
Songwriter Buzz Cason’s songs have been covered by artists like The Beatles, U2, Pearl Jam, Dolly Parton and Martina McBride, just to name a few. Now in his 70s, he’s still touring and releasing new music. He looks back on his legendary career.
Steve Franklin
What can centenarians teach you about healthy aging? EVERYTHING! Former college professor Steve Franklin has interviewed more than 500 people 100 and older and shares the three principles you can start adapting NOW to live longer, better.