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The Aging Well Podcast
The Aging Well Podcast explores what it truly means to live well. Hosted by Dr. W. Jeffrey Armstrong, a PhD exercise physiologist, the show goes beyond traditional conversations about longevity to explore the science and philosophy of human flourishing. Through engaging conversations with experts, we examine the Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social dimensions of well-being. Whether discussing exercise, nutrition, sleep, Purpose, resilience, relationships, or healthy aging…
Episodes
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Living a Life That Counts: Purpose, Resilience, and Priority Living | Bill Goodwin | Ep. 352
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes a leadership coach and professional speaker whose life was transformed at age 28 after…
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Replenish to Repair: Transforming Nutrient Optimization and Healing | Scott E. Burgess | Ep. 351
Most of us think of nutrition as a one-size-fits-all formula—eat clean, take your vitamins, and you’ll be fine. But what if your body’s unique deficiencies…
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Why Toe Raises Alone Aren’t Enough — A Smarter Approach for Healthy Aging | Ep. 350
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton examine a popular YouTube recommendation that touts toe raises as a…
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From Transactional to Transformational Aging: Why Biohacking Isn’t Enough | Colin Zaporski | Ep 349
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin Bruton sit down with Colin Zaporski, Chief Clinical Director at Old Mission…
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Generation Restoration: Healing Our Relationship with Nature—and Ourselves | Ep. 348
What if our health and longevity are inseparable from the health of the planet? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with…
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Memories for Life: Telling the Human Story of Alzheimer’s Through Film | ft. Hideyuki Tokigawa, Director
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with filmmaker Hideyuki Tokigawa, director and producer of the documentary 'Memories for…
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Holistic Transformation: Reconnecting the Body’s Innate Wisdom and Healing Potential | Ep. 347
After healing her own multiple sclerosis naturally, Christine Ruch has spent two decades guiding others toward a deeper, more authentic relationship with…
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The Myth of ‘Age-Appropriate’: Redefining What It Means to Age Well | Ep. 346
Is “age-appropriate” just another way of saying “lower your expectations”? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and co-host Corbin…
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Saving Men from Themselves: A New Approach to Men’s Health After 50 | Louis Bezich | Ep. 345
Why do so many men over 50 resist the very habits that could make them healthier, happier, and even improve their relationships? Our guest, Louis Bezich…
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Psilocybin: An Ancient Approach to Modern Mental Health | Dr Tracy Kim Townsend | Ep. 344
What if the key to living longer and more vibrantly isn’t just about physical health, but about unlocking deeper layers of consciousness and healing? In this…
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The Overlooked Key to Healthy Aging: Oral Health and Long-Term Care | Dr. Sonya Dunbar | Ep. 343
When we talk about aging well, we often focus on movement, nutrition, sleep, and mindset. But there’s another essential piece of the puzzle that too often gets…
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Aging the Long Path: Barefoot Peaks, Endurance, & the Art of Aging Intensely | Ken Posner | Ep. 342
What does it mean to keep chasing intensity as we age — not in denial of getting older, but in celebration of it? Kenneth Posner has spent decades pushing…
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What the Longevity Experts Are Getting Wrong | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep.341
As the longevity industry grows louder—with promises of longer lives through biohacks, pills, and cutting-edge tech—something vital is being overlooked. In…
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Aging Well: The Year in Review | Ep. 340
As another season comes to a close, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton look back at the year’s most powerful conversations — and the people, science…
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Genetics, Neuroplasticity, & the Future of Functional Medicine | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 339
What if the key to aging well isn’t found in general advice—but in your genes? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr…
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Breaking Big Food & Root Cause Solutions: Fixing a Broken Food System | PART II | Ep. 338
In Part II of this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes back Patrick Sullivan, Jr., CEO of Jigsaw Health and filmmaker behind the…
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Breaking Big Food & Root Cause Solutions: Fixing a Broken Food System | PART I | Ep. 338
In Part 1 of this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes back Patrick Sullivan, Jr., CEO of Jigsaw Health and filmmaker behind the…
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Why We Launched a Second Podcast: The Spiritual Problem Beneath Aging Well | Ep. 337
When The Aging Well Podcast launched, it began with a simple mission: translate science into practical wisdom for living longer, healthier, and more purposeful…
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Coming of Age in Retirement: Identity, Purpose, & the Emotional Side of Aging | Tom Marks | Ep. 336
Retirement is often sold to us as “the golden years,” but what happens when the financial plan is in place and the emotional crash still comes? In this episode…
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Caring for Aging Parents While Raising Kids: How to Navigate the Sandwich Generation | EP. 335
Balancing the needs of children and aging parents at the same time is one of the most stressful challenges facing today’s families. Known as the “sandwich…
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Neuroplasticity and Aging: How to Keep Your Brain Growing and Thriving | Mike Studer | Ep. 334
Your brain is capable of more change than you think—even as you age. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong talks with physical…
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CTE, Brain Health, & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Team USA Athlete’s Fight for Recovery | Ep. 333
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)—the brain condition often associated with athletes and military veterans—remains largely invisible until it’s too late…
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Never Too Late to Write Your Next Chapter: Creativity, Mystery, and Aging Well | Ep. 332
Is it ever too late to pursue a dream? Bestselling author Patricia Crisafulli proves the answer is a resounding no. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast…
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Stronger Backs, Longer Lives: Spine Health, Aging Well, & Preventing Degenerative Scoliosis | Ep 331
Back pain and degenerative scoliosis can rob older adults of mobility, independence, and quality of life—but it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode of…
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The Retirement Puzzle: Simple Steps to Financial Freedom and Peace of Mind | Jeff Panik | Ep. 330
Retirement isn’t just about numbers on a spreadsheet—it’s about living well today while preparing wisely for tomorrow. On this episode of The Aging Well…
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Close the Gap in Aging: Glutathione and Copper for Healthy, Youthful Skin, and Aging Well | Ep. 329
What if the key to youthful, healthy skin lies in understanding the science of aging at the cellular level?In this conversation, Jeff Armstrong and Nayan Patel…
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Transformative Aging: Beyond the Fitness Myth | Ep. 328
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Corbin and Jeff dive into the concept of transformative aging — moving beyond the transactional, performance-based…
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Invisible Warriors: Understanding Chronic Illness | Allysa Mortell | Ep. 327
Living with a chronic illness can feel overwhelming, isolating, and often misunderstood. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes…
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SuperAging Revisited: Resilience, Reinvention & Blue Zones | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 326
In this follow-up to Episode 79, Dr. Armstrong and Corbin Bruton reconnect with David Cravit—co-authors of SuperAging: Get Older Without Getting Old (April 25…
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The Ear-Brain Connection: How Hearing Health Shapes Cognitive Wellness | Madison Levine | Ep. 325
Hearing loss is often seen as a normal part of aging, but research shows it can have profound effects on cognition, relationships, and overall quality of life…
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Can Diabetes Be Reversed? You Can Bet Your Life! | The Aging Well Podcast ft. Chris Reade | Ep. 324
Can type 2 diabetes really be reversed—without extreme diets or lifelong medication? Entrepreneur and author Chris Reade says yes. In this episode of The Aging…
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Zombies, Exosomes, & Cancer: A New Era in Cancer Treatment & Immune Health | Dr. Jeff Gross | EP 323
Could the future of cancer treatment be natural, non-toxic, and even anti-aging? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Dr…
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Longevity vs. Healthspan: Aging with Strength, Clarity, and Purpose | Heath Jones | Ep. 322
We’re living longer than ever before—but are we living better? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Heath Jones, founder of…
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Walking with Beth: Lessons on Living Well Past 100 | Merilyn Simonds | Ep. 321
What does life look like when you not only reach 100—but keep thriving? Author Merilyn Simonds spent three years walking and talking each week with her dear…
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Global Dementia Crisis: The Science Connecting Memory, Aging, Sleep, & Cognitive Decline | Ep. 320
Cognitive decline is one of the most urgent health challenges of our time. People are experiencing memory lapses, brain fog, and attention problems earlier…
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Reclaiming Vitality: Natural, Science-Backed Longevity Strategies | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 319
What if lasting vitality, mental clarity, and healthy aging didn’t require prescriptions, extreme interventions, or restrictive diets? After surviving a…
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Autophagy, Mitochondrial Health, & Lifespan Optimization | Leslie Kenny | Ep. 318
In this episode of ‘The Aging Well Podcast’, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Leslie Kenny—Harvard graduate, Oxford Longevity Project founder, and…
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Proactive Aging Strategies: Reduce Caregiver Stress & Plan Ahead | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 317
Too often, families wait until a health crisis forces them to make decisions about aging parents, caregiving, or long-term care. By then, emotions are high…
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The Gut-Body Brain Connection: Healing from the Inside Out | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 316
What if the key to aging well lies not just in what you eat—but in how your gut processes emotion, memory, and meaning?In this episode of The Aging Well…
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Healthy to 100: Hidden Power of Social Connection w Kenneth Stern | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 315
What if the real secret to living a longer, healthier life isn’t just diet, exercise, or genetics — but the strength of your relationships? In this episode of…
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Monsters in the Mind: Sleep, Anxiety, and the Psychology of Fear w/ Dr. Brian A. Sharpless | Ep. 314
What if the monsters that haunt us at night aren’t supernatural at all, but reflections of our own minds? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff…
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Aging, Fertility, and Whole-Person Healing w Gabriela Rosa | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 313
What if fertility challenges later in life weren’t just about biology—but about how well we’re aging across every dimension?In this powerful and wide-ranging…
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Iron, Copper, and the Mitochondria: Morley Robbins Answers Your Questions on Aging Well
In this special follow-up episode, we revisit one of our most talked-about conversations of the year — with Morley M. Robbins, author of [Cu]re Your Fatigue…
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Can We Slow Cellular Aging? Telomeres, Longevity, and the Future of Health | Ep. 312
What if the key to slowing down aging was already coded into your DNA? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes molecular…
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Tech That Feels Like Home | Ashish Aggarwal | Ep. 311
What if the TV in your living room could help your aging parent stay engaged, connected, and cared for—without learning a single new device?In this episode of…
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The Fitness Myth We Teach Kids: Why PE Doesn’t Prepare Us to Age Well | Ep. 310
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin Bruton explore a myth most of us grew up with: that physical education sets us…
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How Ken Blanchard Changed Leadership Forever — Lessons from His Life and Legacy | Martha C. Lawrence | Ep. 309
Ken Blanchard has shaped how millions of people think about leadership. From The One Minute Manager to his philosophy of "Catching People Doing Things Right,"…
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No One Left Behind: Psychedelics, PTSD, and America’s Healing Promise | Sally Roberts | Ep. 308
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with Sally Roberts — combat veteran, elite athlete, founder of Wrestle Like a Girl, and…
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Reverse Your Biological Age with the 7 Paradigms of Primal Health | Dr. Kavin Mistry | Ep. 307
Can we truly reverse our biological age? According to board-certified neuroradiologist Dr. Kavin Mistry, the answer lies in bridging cutting-edge science with…
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Minerals Metabolism & Mitochondria: What Morley Robbins Wants You to Know About Aging Well | Ep. 306
Could the root of aging and chronic disease lie in your mineral balance? Morley Robbins, founder of the Root Cause Protocol and a leading voice in mineral…
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Cutting Through the Longevity Hype with Science-Backed Insights | Dr. Thomas A. Rando | Ep. 305
In a world filled with promises of quick fixes and anti-aging hacks, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction when it comes to longevity. In this…
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Psychedelics, Neuroplasticity, and the Future of Mental Health w Nicolas Hubacz | Ep. 304
Could psychedelics represent the next frontier in mental health—and even play a role in how we age well? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff…
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Unstuck Yourself: Break Through Burnout & Realign with Purpose | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 303
Burnout isn't just about stress or working too hard—it's a sign that something deeper is misaligned. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff…
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The Healing Power of Breath: Jessica Dibb on Breathwork, Neuroscience, and Aging Well | Ep. 302
Breath is something we do thousands of times each day without thinking—but what if it held the key to emotional healing, trauma resolution, and even graceful…
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2 Million Steps to Better Health: Movement, Community, and Closing the Longevity Gap | Ep. 301
What does it take to walk over 2 million steps in just 30 days—and why would someone do it? In this powerful episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff…
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What Are We Doing to... Age Well? | The Aging Well Podcast | Ep. 300
In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, hosts Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton discuss their personal journeys and strategies for aging well. They explore…
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Sixty Is Just the Beginning: Embrace Vitality, Purpose, and Natural Wellness After Midlife | Allison McCune Davis | Ep. 299
Allison McCune Davis spent the first chapter of her career in the fast-paced world of television, earning an Emmy in LA before returning to the Midwest to…
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Vegan? Carnivore? Mediterranean? What Really Works for Aging Well | Dr. Tiffany Garcia | Ep. 298
Vegan? Carnivore? Keto? Mediterranean? What role does protein play in longevity? Is plant-based protein just a trend, or does it hold real benefits for healthy…
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Strength at Every Age: Fitness Over 50, 60, 70 and Beyond with Dr. Michael Guadagnino | Ep. 297
What if your best years of strength and vitality weren’t behind you—but still ahead?In this inspiring episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Dr. Michael…
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Fearless Wellness: How Holistic Choices Empower Health After 60 w/ Dr. James Thompson | Ep. 296
'What if growing older didn’t mean slowing down—but leveling up? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, we sit down with Dr. James Thompson, internal…