Navigating Senior Living with Jeannie Duckworth EP – 249

Navigating Senior Living with Jeannie Duckworth EP – 249

Summary: Choosing senior living for a loved one can feel overwhelming, emotional, and deeply personal. In this episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down with Jeannie Duckworth, co-founder of Blue Magnolia Senior Living Advisors, to unpack what families really...
Empowered Caregiving; with Renee Balcom EP – 245

Empowered Caregiving; with Renee Balcom EP – 245

In this follow-up conversation, I welcome back healthcare advocate and tech CEO Renee Balcom to discuss how grandparents and families can take control of caregiving decisions before a crisis hits. Renee shares practical insights on avoiding common caregiving mistakes,...
After Work: Redefining Retirement with Don Akchin EP – 242

After Work: Redefining Retirement with Don Akchin EP – 242

In this episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down again with author and creative thinker Don Akchin to talk about his new book, After Work: An Honest Discussion About What Comes Next. Don challenges the old idea of retirement as “the end” and redefines it as the...
The Evolving Role of Grandfathers – EP 223

The Evolving Role of Grandfathers – EP 223

In this engaging episode of The Cool Grandpa Podcast, I sit down with writer and grandfather Don Akchin for a thoughtful discussion on modern grandfathering. We explore the evolving role of grandfathers, the joys and challenges of connecting with grandchildren, and...
EP – 182 I am Fine

EP – 182 I am Fine

With close to four million check-in calls, Iamfine is a passionate company that ensures that seniors and other people living alone are safe and accounted for. Paul Hammond, the founder, and his brother started this business to have an automated check-in for his mother...