In this enlightening episode of This is Aging, Evan Healy, a pioneer in holistic skincare, shares her transformative journey from conventional esthetics to creating a globally recognized natural skincare brand. Evan shares her philosophy of embracing the wisdom of aging and the potent healing properties of earth-sourced ingredients. With a focus on minimalistic skincare routines that honor our natural beauty, Evan challenges societal beauty standards and promotes a deeper, more meaningful connection with ourselves.

In this compelling episode of, Dana and Mellisa sit down with Dr. Madhureeta Achari — widely known as Dr. Reeta — a seasoned neurologist who brilliantly integrates her medical expertise with nutrition and Ayurveda. Exploring how our dietary needs and mental health evolve with age, Dr. Reeta unveils powerful insights into tending to our bodies throughout the decades.

In this episode of This is Aging, Dana and Mellisa fly out to Hollywood to be on set with the cast and crew of Retirement House, a popular show on Instagram and TikTok showcasing the day to day lives of 6 friends in their later years. Capturing not just hilarious stories and the amazing chemistry of the cast, but profound life wisdom for listeners of any age, this episode is a celebration of aging vibrantly and visibly.

Sil challenges us to rethink our societal norms and to embrace the unfolding beauty and depth of our later years. Her approach to the crone archetype is not just enlightening but deeply empowering, inviting us to acknowledge the strength and wisdom within.

Movement educator and thought leader David Wilson of @oldscoolmoves shares fresh and enlightening perspective on the role of movement in our lives, particularly as we age. He invites listeners to question their narratives about fitness and movement and instead approach their bodies with a compassionate and playful mindset.

Here, we dive into the empowering journey of body liberation and pro-aging with our special guest, Debra Benfield of Aging Body Liberation. With over 35 years of experience as a registered dietitian, nutritionist, and yoga teacher, Debra shares her insights on navigating the challenges of aging, embracing body changes, and fostering a nurturing relationship with one's body.

In this episode, we share the profound work of Stephen Jenkinson, an internationally renowned teacher and author of Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul and Come of Age: The Case for Elderhood in a Time of Trouble. Stephen shares his experiences working with dying people and their families as a former program director in a Canadian hospital, shedding light on the brokenness of our modern Western approach to death and end of life care.

Karen Walrond, author of Radiant Rebellion, joins us for an eye-opening conversation about confronting ageist beliefs and expectations. We explore the evolution of ageism in America, research on happiness in seniors, how to practically resist the anti-aging industry and make choices that feel good to YOU.

Jeff Hamaoui, co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy, joins us to share his insights on the changing landscape of aging and the need for a new mental model to navigate the second adulthood that comes with increased life expectancy. He discusses the importance of community, purpose, transitions, and owning one's wisdom in the midlife season.

Dr. Gladys McGarey, a holistic MD and co-founder of the American Holistic Medical Association shares her life stories & wisdom. At 102 years old, she recently wrote the book “A Well Lived Life”. We discuss her unique upbringing in India, the incredible changes she has witnessed in her lifetime, and her holistic view of healing with love.

In the inaugural episode of 'This is Aging', we introduce ourselves and share why we created a pro-aging podcast. We speak about personal experiences and fears about aging, and how dynamic the cultural and social influences can be on our beliefs about getting older.