Senior Power: Recent Episodes
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Senior Power of Maine is a radio program hosted by David Nealley, past publisher of MAINE SENIORS Magazine, and his witty co-host Lynn MacGregor.
Senior Power of Maine is a talk show with interviews on topics that will be informative, with other interesting and entertaining segments.
For Mature Audiences Only.
Best of Show -
If you do not get the chance to listen to any full episode at least listen to this one!
This episode includes snippets of some of our favorite guests and soundbites of the year of SeniorPower of Maine radio. ENJOY!!!
Guests -
Anthony G. Arruda, Founder of the Senior Planning Center - shares a story of saving (over $4,800) money for seniors on their Medicare health plan and the currency of good karma
Preview of "Best of" Show (Episode 52) with Lynn MacGregor and David Nealley
Mike O'Hare, a radio legend at age 72 celebrates over 50 years on the radio. Mike started at age 14 at WHOU. Back in 1964, he was one of the first people to play the Beatles on the radio in the US.
Mike was a big fan of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and we close with:
Opus #17 Don't You Worry About Me
Guests -
Donato Tramuto - Speaks to loneliness and social isolation. Donato is the author of Life's Bulldozer Moments, How Adversity Leads to Success in Life and Business, the winner of the National Council on Aging Award for the Silversneakers fitness program for Medicare beneficiaries,and a Founder of Health eVillages and the Tramuto Foundation.
Julie Turner - Shares information about Medicare on behalf of the Senior Planning Center
Gary Crocker - Talks about frost heaves and the spectator sport it has become on our roads here in Maine.
Guests -
Bob Boudreau Elder Law Attorney - shares some important nuggets about proper legal planning to save families from losing everything to nursing home costs.
Julie Turner of the Senior Planning Center discusses issues about Medicare.
Life Goes On, written by Katy Perry and read by Lynn MacGregor
Maine Chic, written by Hunter Howe and read by David Nealley - Maine Fashion= The flannel shirt!
Guests -
Seniors Issues, Fact v.s. Myth - with Lynn MacGregor and David Nealley
Dr Daniel Gregory - An accomplished MD with significant executive leadership experience, speaks to the proper coordination of specialty practices for a more integrative healthcare system. Graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, Mount Auburn Hospital, Cambridge, MA, Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine. Board Certification, Internal Medicine. MD.Sloan School of Management, MIT, Cambridge, Massachusetts, M.S. in Management.
Tracy Dowling - Saving thousands of dollars for a couple while enhancing their healthcare coverage. A great example of how the Senior Planning Center helps seniors in Maine.
Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist - Shares a story about basic Math
"When I am 64" - by the Beatles
Guests -
William (Bill) Hinderer - Vietnam Vet and storyteller
Tammy Delong - Advocating on behalf of Social Security at a US Senate hearing.
Aged Graciousness - written by Hunter Howe, read by David Nealley
Guests -
A Cold Maine Winter talk moves quickly to Florida with,
Lynn McGregor shares some Florida Fun Facts
David Nealley reads A Big Warm Hug
Senator Susan Collins shares information from the US Senate about Social Security and Medicare
Peter Marshall, a professional Agent Partner with Senior Planning Center shares information on the variety of ways that the Senior Planning Center can help seniors with retirement planning, GTL plans and especially with Medicare.
Just Pause, written by Hunter Howe and read by Lynn McGregor
Guests -
Dr. Len Kaye, Director of Center on Aging UMaine - Discusses "Cabin Fever" and how social isolation can be a serious health issue, leading to depression, anxiety, giving way to many other physical health issues.
Brad Dyer of the Senior Planning Center, speaks to the purpose of the Open Enrollment Period (Jan - March) which is to give Medicare beneficiaries the opprotunity to review and/or change a plan that one signed up for during the October 15 thru December 7 period of the prior year.
Final Thoughts - An article from MAINE SENIORS Magazine by Hunter Howe titled, Life's Book and read by David Nealley
Guests -
Cary Kish, Author and Outdoor Enthusiast, talks about trail and mountain hikes in Maine. Hear about... and plan ahead, to enjoy the best of outdoors in Maine.
Peter Marshall, an expert in Medicare, shares with us information about the various enrollment periods and why one should take advantage of a FREE Medicare review.
Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist, Taking everyday happenings and making people laugh. Laughter is the best medicine.
Final Thoughts- "A Break from Social Media", read by David Nealley
Guests -
This show is a variety of some of our interviews this year including;
Bob Crowley, Oldest Winner of CBS Survivor Series = Real "Senior Power" - from climbing a 60 foot spruce tree to raising money for good causes.
Ann Roosevelt - Keeping busy and growing up as a Roosevelt, her Grandmother Eleanor as a role model.
Anthony Arruda - Founder of the Senior Planning Center, helping seniors by improving their healthcare insurance coverage and saving them money. Help, when it matters most!
Noel Paul Stookey - At age 83, is still writing music and enjoying living in Maine. The theme behind all of his music.
Miss Jones: Two Presents, by Barbara Kent Lawrence, narrated by David Nealley
White Christmas, by Bing Crosby
Guests -
Gary Crocker- The life story of one of Maine's most prominent humorist. He claims he struggled in school and could not even gain the label of "Class Clown". His sense of humor has helped him all through life including a career which is still entertaining audiences. The difference between comedians and other "Maine Humorists" is... "instead of telling jokes, we share humorous situations through stories." Gary Crocker
David Nealley shares the story behind, "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day".
The song was based on a poem Christmas Bells by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (of Maine). It was written in 1863 and the influence was the Civil War and concern about "Peace on Earth and Goodwill to Men".
Johnny Cash- sings "I heard the Bells on Christmas Day", "Peace on Earth Goodwill to Men."
Guests -
Senator Susan Collins shares with us a variety of new information for Maine's seniors, including; the 5.9% increase in Social Security payments, the increase in heat assistance, and the increases in Medicare Part B from $148.50 to $170 per month.
David and Lynn discuss some of the reasons why Maine's seniors should take advantage of a FREE Medicare review offered by the Senior Planning Center.
Lynn and David discuss the upcoming Senior Power Christmas Special
"I'll Be Home For Christmas" by Karen Carpenter
Guests -
Dr Daniel Gregory - An accomplished MD with significant executive leadership experience, speaks to the proper coordination of specialty practices for a more integrative healthcare system. Graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, Mount Auburn Hospital, Cambridge, MA, Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine. Board Certification, Internal Medicine. MD.Sloan School of Management, MIT, Cambridge, Massachusetts, M.S. in Management.
David and Lynn discuss misleading Medicare ads looking like they are Medicare with out-of-state 800 #'s and zip code and other claims
Christmas Special preview by David and Lynn
"No Place Like Home for the Holidays" by Perry Como
Guests -
Dr. Chalres Burger - nationally recognized leader in Primary Care Design. A leader in electronic medical records first introduced in his practice in 1993... named as one of the twenty most innovative in the country by both The Institute of Medicine and the Dartmouth Center for Clinical Evaluative Sciences was also selected as a case study for Primary Care by the Harvard Center for Primary Care.
In this interview, Charley speaks to research done by the National Health Institute Director on Aging as dissected by Harvard Medical.
"When I am 64" By the Beatles
Is and Was, written by Katy Perry and read by David Nealley
Guests -
Lois Nealley, past owner, editor and writer of MAINE SENIORS Magazine, speaks to Thanksgiving traditions
Laura Fissette, Yearly Saving of over $7,000 for Medicare beneficiaries - another fine example of Senior Planning Center helps folks through the Medicare Maze.
Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist with some more "Duct Tape Tips"
The "Good Old Days and how time goes by... life is short, make the best of today! by David Nealley
Guests -
Dr. David Howes, CEO of Martin's Point Health Care , A Variety of topics including Medicare Health Plans
The Importance of Intimacy for Seniors, read by Lynn MacGregor
Gary Crocker - Maine Humorist
Freedom, written by Waldo Clark, read by David Nealley
Guests -
Dr. Len Kaye, Director of Center on Aging UMaine - on the role of Grandparenting and unified families
Chief Justice Donald G. Alexander, the longest serving Judge in Maine with over 41 years on the bench - talks about interesting cases like, roosters in the courtroom, a bull loose at the Bangor Fair, and more!
Senior Planning Center's Brad Dyer shares info on Annual Enrollment Period and how important it is for Medicare beneficiaries to review their health plan.
The First Thanksgiving, written by Donna Halvorsen, read by Lynn MacGregor
The Old Fashioned Thanksgiving, written by Edgar Albert Guest, read by David Nealley
Guests -
Chief Justice Donald G. Alexander - the longest serving Judge in Maine with over 41 years on the bench. At age 79 he still cuts his own firewood. Over the years from 1978 when he joined the District Court, later to the Superior Court and then ending his career with years on the Maine State Supreme Court. Alexander had been appointed to the bench by James Longley, Joseph Brennan, John McKernan, Angus King, John Baldacci and Paul LePage. Recently, he has created a
Julie Turner explains the many facets of Medicare health plans and how Medicare Advantage programs can offer a variety of benefits.
The Love is Something Fierce, written by Hunter Howe and read by Lynn MacGregor.
Guests -
Mary Barstow, Associate Publisher of MAINE SENIORS magazine and Jim Kendrick, Publisher of MAINE SENIORS magazine talk about stories from Patrick Dempsey to Senator Susan Collins.
Sarah Irish speaks to the many benefits of Medicare Advantage health plans and how the Senior Planning Center helps.
Publisher Jim Kendrick and Associate Publisher Mary Barstow of MAINE SENIORS Magazine, respond to "readers write" as Mary and Jimmy.
End of Innocence, Summer of 1963 - written by Barbara Beardsley and read by Lynn MacGregor followed by the tune "Up on the Roof" by the Drifters.
Guests -
Brad Dyer - NEW Medicare benefits coming out this year!
Mike O'Hara - Started in radio in 1963 speaks to the Oldies, 50's, 60's and radio through the years.
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Play Mike's favorite Opus 17 - (Don't You Worry About Me)
Guests -
Dr. George Manning, Author of 7 editions of The Art of Leadership - speaks to mentorship and leadership.
Laura Fissette, makes a significant life changing effect for a couple of seniors, tears, hugs, savings... a part of her job at Senior Planning Center
Summers at Loon Call Camp, written by Brad Eden, narrated by David Nealley
Guests -
Sunshine of Sunshine Fitness Studio speaks to the value of her senior fitness classes for those age 60 to 90.
Tammy DeLong of Senior Planning Center, speaks to Medicare help
Ann Roosevelt - Keeping busy and growing up as a Roosevelt
Noel Paul Stookey - Still writing songs and entertaining at 83 and the Maine Community feel of friendliness. Closing with his "Wedding Song"...
Guests -
Donato Tramuto, Winner of the National Council on Aging Award for Silver Sneakers program for Medicare, speaks to the importance of addressing social isolation in Maine and Health-eVillages.
Gary Crocker – Humor ME, Traveling Down East with "Mother"
Anthony Arruda, Founder of the Senior Planning Center shares how a Maine couple saved thousands of dollars just by seeking some advice. No cost to them and the currency of good karma for the Senior Planning Center.
Gary Crocker – Humor ME, the 90 year-old woman
Lynn MacGregor - "Life is a Gift, Make the Best of It"
Guests -
Gary Crocker - Maine Humorist, About Basic Math
Dr. David Howes, CEO of Martin's Point Health Care , A Variety of topics including Medicare Health Plans
Gary Crocker speaks to the fact that one person's trash is another's treasure.
"Is and Was" a classic about yesterday, today and tomorrow, written by Katy Perry - narrated by David Nealley
Guests -
Jack Roberts - "Mr. Bug Light" tells us all about the historic and famous lighthouse in South Portland.
Publisher Jim Kendrick and Associate Publisher Mary Barstow of MAINE SENIORS Magazine, respond to "readers write" as Mary and Jimmy.
Tracy Dowland, Shares a truly life changing story while helping a couple on behalf of the Senior Planning Center.
Tim Sample, and more of his interesting life.
Guests -
Jane Margesson, Director of Communications, AARP MAINE - speaks about Fraud and Scammers
Gary Crocker - Maine Humorist
Brad Dyer of Senior Planning Center, more Medicare nuggets including GTL Hospital Indemnity combined with Medicare Advantage programs.
Publisher Jim Kendrick and Associate Publisher Mary Barstow of MAINE SENIORS Magazine, respond to "readers write" as Mary and Jimmy.
Mary Barstow - Associate Publisher for MAINE SENIORS Magazine shares some of her favorite interviews and discusses coffee with Noel Paul Stookey, of Peter, Paul, and Mary fame. While in Blue Hill at his home he shared how the rare and magical connection of words and music came to him (Noel) with The Wedding Song.
Jack Roberts - "Mr. Bug Light" shares with us the history and restoration of one of Maine's many iconic lighthouses, Bug Light in South Portland.
Gary Crocker - Maine Humorist
Laura Fissette - speaks to her special passion for working with seniors starting as a Candy Striper, and now as an agent for Medicare health plans with the Senior Planning Center
Dr. Len Kaye, Director of Center on Aging UMaine - Staying healthy as we age with a variety of ideas and programs, including "walking buddies".
Guests -
Mary Barstow - Associate Publisher for MAINE SENIORS Magazine shares some of her favorite interviews and upcoming content.
Gary Crocker - Humor ME shares a story with strategy
Anthony "Tony" G. Arruda, Founder of Senior Planning Center- speaks to complexities and changes in Medicare.
Real Senior Power with 69 year old Triathlete, Roxana Brophy-Cyr - Tri for A Cure and the camaraderie of the competitors.
Guests -
Mary Barstow - Associate Publisher for MAINE SENIORS Magazine shares some of her favorite interviews and upcoming content.
Gary Crocker - Humor ME shares a story with strategy
Anthony "Tony" G. Arruda, Founder of Senior Planning Center- speaks to complexities and changes in Medicare.
Real Senior Power with 69 year old Triathlete, Roxana Brophy-Cyr - Tri for A Cure and the camaraderie of the competitors.
Guests -
Senator Collins speaks to additional funding for Alzhiemers. As a Founder of the Congressional Caucus on Alzheimers she has good information on some progress for future treatments.
Humorist Gary Crocker, with A Downeast Moment
Tracy Dowland, Helping seniors save money and secure more healthcare benefits. Owner of Senior Planning Center of Rumford.
Cary Kish talks about day hikes, Ladder trails on MDI and more!
Great story = A Place Called Camp, by writer Hunter Howe, narrated by David Nealley
uests -
"Puff the Magic Dragon" plays as a clue for a special guest.
Dr. Jeff Johnson, traveling podiatrist with "On the Go Toes"
Tammy Delong, Senior Planning Center - Social Security Office in Aroostook County - The importance of face-to-face.
Danny Deveau - Franco-American Ambassador for Senior Planning Center
Noel Paul Stookey, The early days from the March on Washington in 1963 with Peter, Paul, and Mary, as well as Bob Dylan and Joan Baez and the walk with Martin Luther King for his famous speech - through his 1974 move to Blue Hill, Maine. His studio work with Dave Mallet and Tim Sample and his song Revolution (1x1)
Guests -
SENIOR PARTNERS with Lynn and David
Sheila Grant – author Design Downtown for Women (Men Will Follow)
Making downtown more friendly for women is better for seniors and all family members!
Gary Crocker – Humor ME, Mainers drawn to getting’ good deals and entertainment at the same time
Tammy Delong – Medicare Savings – Senior Planning Center
Bob Duchesne – Maine Birding Trail, All about Birding in Maine
Guests -
Jane Margesson,Communications Director of AARPMaine - Social Isolation Care
Gary Crocker, Humor ME
Brad Dyer, Senior Planning Center
Jim Kendrick, Publisher and Mary Barstow, Associate Publisher, MAINE SENIORS Magazine - "Readers Write"
Dr. Len Kay, Director Center on Aging UMaine - "The Power of Nostalgia"
Guests -
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt and her leadership with Goodwill Industries of Northern New England
"Is and Was" written by the late Katy Perry of Hallowell
Brad Dyer of Senior Planning Center, more Medicare nuggets
Dr. George Manning on Mentorship and Leadership
Guests -
Jane Margesson, Director of Communications, AARP MAINE
Brad Dyer, Medicare Savings Program
Bob Crowley, Oldest Winner of CBS Survivor Series = Real "Senior Power"
Gary Crocker with "Duct Tape Tips"
Guests -
Brad Dyer - Important Information about Medicare
Gary Crocker - Maine Humorist - Humor ME
Dr.Len Kay, Director of the Center on Aging UMaine