It's really about realizing we can own a piece of each other's successes, and in so doing, learn to become successful ourselves.

Lois Shelton,
Foxglove Films
 
   
 

Ron Reagan on location The Art of Aging,
hosted by Ron Reagan is an informative program about issues we face as we age. Leaping Media’s goal is to provide information that we can apply to our lives in order to age well. Animation of glucose in the bloodstream, and prostate anatomy, created by Karen Lewis help illustrate the interviews.

Art of Aging The programs were filmed in and around Seattle. Along with researchers and experts, the shows feature some very engaging seniors, Rainier Pickle Ball players, strollers at Seward park, swimmers and families who share their experience with Alzheimer's. www.artofaging.org

Art of Aging The Art of Aging
Aging naturally changes the body in ways that affect sexual function. But sex, love, and intimacy can continue to play an important role throughout our lives. Maintaining an active sex life may depend on how we view the changes that come with menopause, andropause (male menopause), and other aging processes. Episode 2: Andropause, Menopause, and Sexuality as we age deals with staying physically and socially active invigorating our bodies and relationships, and gaining more satisfaction and happiness.

Featured experts:
  • Pepper Schwartz, PhD, Sociologist, Author of Prime
  • Eric B. Larson, MD, MPH, Executive Director and Senior Investigator, Group Health Center for Health Studies
  • Lisa Holtby, Yoga Instructor, Author of Healing Yoga for People Living with Cancer
  • Nancy Fugate Woods, PhD, RN, FAAN, Dean, School of Nursing, University of Washington
  • Lester W. Thompson, MD, Urologist
With athletic appearances from the:
  • Chester C. Dorsey, Jr. UW Husky Men’s Basketball Player, 1977
  • Lorenzo Romar Head Coach, UW Husky Men's Basketball
  • Senior pickleball players
  • Men’s yoga group
Art of Aging Episode 3: Care Giving, Community and Diabetes
Challenging health problems such as diabetes and Alzheimer's disease eventually touch the lives of all Americans. As our population ages, individuals, families, and communities can work together to find solutions. Support for caregivers is essential. Good habits, such as cooking healthful meals and getting regular exercise, reduce health risks and control symptoms. This episode shows how an active approach can help those with chronic health conditions live each day to the fullest.

People featured:
  • Steven Kahn, MD, VA Puget Sound Health Care System
  • Eudora Lowery Carter, Diabetes Educator and Community Liaison, Center for Multi-Cultural Health
  • Susan M. McCurry, PhD, Research Professor
  • Maxine Hayes, MD, MPH, State Health Officer, Washington State Department of Health
  • And Paul and Barbara Heneghan, Ruth and Tak Aoki, Weldon Lee, Kathleen Hubbard, Bettye J. Atkinson
  • and Chef Tom Douglas