/ 29 July 2024

A podcast to combat loneliness, the secret to a long life, and gold at any age…

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We’re big fans of podcasts, and we’re far from the only ones… Residents at 9 residential aged care homes in Queensland have hit the mics to record their own series aimed at helping older people battle loneliness. They’ve probably got a story or 2…

While we’re listening to our elders… Bristol woman Hilda Leggett, who just celebrated her 110th birthday, has shared her secret to living a long life – being “strong-willed”. Her carers say she’s being “independent, feisty”, which must have its moments… 

And some Los Angelenos seniors are getting into the Olympic spirit this week by holding their own mock games at their retirement community. Their motto? “You’re never too old to go for the gold…” Too right.

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