Conversations About Aging with Diane Atwood

EP 031: As we were creating our podcast, we looked around the State of Maine to see if anyone else was having similar conversations as what we're having here. We reached out to our next guest, Diane Atwood, about her "Catching Health Blog" and "Conversations About Aging Podcast" to discuss her writing and audio show. Many in Maine might have seen Diane's previous work as a Health Reporter at WCHS6 for over 20 years. Diane, with her reporter expertise, highlights individuals 60 and older life stories and also explores the joys and challenges of what they are currently facing. Join us on episode #31 as we have "Conversations about Aging" and hear more about Diane's passion project! 

Chapters:

Welcome, Diane! [1:20]

How did Diane’s blog and podcast come to life? [11:56]

Why is it that aging and loneliness seem to go hand in hand? [24:13]

What are some of the best responses that Diane has received to her question, “If you could go back and change anything, would you?” on her podcast. [31:19]

What is Diane seeing in the realm of caregiving, specifically with children/grandchildren stepping in to provide care for their parents? [34:16]

How did Charles Garfield’s book, Our Wisdom Years, personally impact Diane? [44:16]

What does Retirement Success mean for Diane? [50:00]

Ben, Abby, and Curtis wrap up the episode. [52:50]