This episode closes out our Art & Neurodegeneration series by interviewing Dr. Connie Frigo, who is a world-renowned saxophonist and Professor of Music at the University of Georgia. This interview focuses on Dr. Frigo's journey through 3 decades of discovering deeper musical meaning to break down barriers and enrich relationships. We discuss the intersection of music and the brain as well as its ability to unlock individuals battling issues like dementia or psychiatric illness. Video discuss...
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 11
This is the 4th episode of our 'Art & Neurodegeneration' series and features an interview with Don Wendorf, Psy.D. & Lynda Everman about using music as a tool for reaching individuals with cognitive impairment. Don & Lynda have co-authored several books pertaining to this and provide insights based on their experiences. Some focus points include learning to sing 'with' rather than 'for' and expecting the unexpected. https://www.amazon.com/Dr.-Don-Wendorf-Psy.D./e/B00EN5JPHW%3Fref=dbs...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 10
This is part 3 of our series entitled 'Art & Neurodegeneration' and features an interview with Daphne Johnston, founder of the Respite for All Foundation. Daphne discusses the respite care, what it is, how it helps, who it helps and how her foundation has taken a unique spin to focus on 'the person' and developing the art of relationships. http://uxz.f0a.myftpupload.com/respite-ministry/ https://www.respiteforall.org/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B7BHWK5/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8...
May 26, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This is the second episode in our Arts & Neurodegeneration Series and features Daniel C. Potts, MD, FAAN, who is a practicing neurologist and founder of the Cognitive Dynamics Foundation. Dr. Potts discusses his journey with dementia both as a neurologist and as a son. Dr. Potts discusses his personal experience with the transformative power of visual art and how this led to an amazing program Bringing Art to Life. https://www.cognitivedynamics.org/ https://www.thisisalabama.org/2020/07/30/t...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This episode kicks off our series on Art & Neurodegeneration by interviewing Craig Price about improvisation. Craig is the Director of Community Education & Wellness for the Naples Players in Naples, FL. Craig not only demonstrates how fun improvisation can be, but also how it applies to people with cognitive impairment and their care partners! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuxkFW_u680&feature=youtu.be https://naplesplayers.org/...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This interview features Andrea Spencer & Lawrence Kosick who are representatives from ElderSource & GetSetUp, respectively. This discussion focuses on the new partnership between these two organizations to provide nearly 300 different virtual classes on topics ranging from technology to exercise. These are classes for and by individuals older than age 55. These classes are a tremendous opportunity for engagement that you don’t want to miss! www.myeldersource.org ElderSource Help Line: 1-...
Mar 24, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This episode features an interview with Susan Ryan, author of the book Our Journey of Love: 5 Steps to Navigate Your Caregiving Journey. Susan discusses several of the major themes, such as massive acceptance & radical presence, in her book and how to practically apply them to one's caregiver experience.
Feb 24, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This episode features the second half of a round table discussion on caregiver challenges from the vantage point of a current caregiver (Kandice Jacobs Robinson), two prior caregivers (Lynda Everman & Don Wendorf) and a caregiver coach (Katie Newby). Through the sharing of firsthand experiences, we expect this episode to provide new insights for finding your flow, your balance and seeing beauty as a caregiver.
Feb 10, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Most caregivers realize that finding balance can be an ongoing and dynamic challenge This episode features the first half of a round table discussion that provides a look at caregiver challenges from the vantage point of a current caregiver (Kandice Jacobs Robinson), two prior caregivers (Lynda Everman & Don Wendorf) and a caregiver coach (Katie Newby). We hope that this episode provides caregivers with strategies for facing common and major challenges as well as finding beauty even in the s...
Jan 27, 2021•45 min•Season 2Ep. 3
As we kick off 2021, many people are pursuing New Years resolutions to better their lives. We encourage caregivers to take an honest appraisal of their current situation and determine if their current approach is sustainable, healthy and good. This episode features an interview with Katie Newby, a caregiver coach, who helps guide us through some key questions and strategies to determine if you are thriving, surviving, struggling or in crisis...and what to do about it.
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Neurodegenerative disease IS the EPIDEMIC of our time. LLTB podcast is an interviewed-based podcast intended to entertain and educate listeners with the goal of providing a complete 360 degree look at neurodegenerative diseases. This episode features a discussion with the LLTB co-hosts, Dr. Philip Tipton and Kandice Jacobs Robinson, LFDE about the new and improved podcast format changes, upcoming themes and episode topics as well as new additions to the LLTB network!
Jan 06, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
This is the fifth & final episode of our preview series for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference featuring attorney Yasmin Adamy of Adamy Law, PLLC. Yaz provides a sneak peak of her upcoming talk on Elder Law, avoiding probate and navigating the legal system. We also wrap up season 1 of LLTB by reviewing the season and previewing upcoming topics of season 2. www.adamylaw.com...
Oct 07, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 41
This is the fourth episode of our preview series for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference featuring Jim Kowalski, the President and CEO of Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc. We are also joined by Paul Cook on behalf of Baptist Health's Office of Social Responsibility. Our guests provide a brief overview of the services provided by their respective organizations and a sneak peak of their segments in the upcoming Virtual Life-Planning Conference....
Sep 30, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 40
This is the third episode of our preview series for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference featuring Justine Conley, who is the AARP Florida Associate State Director. Ms. Conley will be speaking on the countless resources provided by the AARP. Don't miss her lecture, which will be on Thursday October 8, 2010. Don't forget to register for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference www.Resourcefinger.org www.AARP.org/jacksonville...
Sep 23, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 39
This is the second episode of our preview series for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference. This interview features Attorney Gregory Redmon, who will be speaking on issues pertaining to Elder and Senior Care Law specifically medicaid-related topics. Long term care is an uncertain, expensive and scary prospect to face for yourself or loved ones. Mr. Redmon will provide invaluable information to help you navigate this complex system. Also don't miss Gregory's talk on October 1...
Sep 16, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 38
This is the first episode of our preview series for the 2020 Lasting Legacies Virtual Life-Planning Conference. This interview features Jesika and Ahmahd Johnson. Don't miss a moment of this great sneak peak interview with this dynamic duo. Ahmahd has expertise in life insurance, longterm care insurance and financial coaching and will be speaking on 10/10 at 11:40 AM. Jesika works for Watson Realty Corp with expertise in downsizing process and will speak on 10/9 at 2:15pm....
Sep 09, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Dr. Tipton discusses the nuts and bolts of clinical trials, what they are and why they are important. He relates this to the current status of COVID-19 vaccination development. The episode ends with an update on the front running treatments for Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease that are in various stages of clinical trials. www.clinicaltrials.gov
Sep 02, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 36
This episode includes a conversation between Kandice Jacobs Robinson and Dr. Philip Tipton that focuses on the sandwich generation...what it is and the challenges its members face. One of those challenges is knowing when to seek additional support for an aging loved one. This leads into six considerations for caregivers when determining the best option for additional functional support for their aging loved one.
Aug 26, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 35
This episodes features an expert with Dr. Jay van Gerpen, who is a renowned movement disorders specialist. Dr. van Gerpen provides his expertise on potential causes of tremors and various treatment approaches. The interview concludes with a discussion about Parkinson's disease from the perspective of a movement disorders specialist. www.clinicaltrials.gov
Aug 19, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 34
This is part 2 of an interview with Dr. Karla Evans & Dr. Veronica Tetterton of Anticipate Joy. This interview addresses telehealth, which has become a major topic in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth is a resource that has grown exponentially over the past decade and has an increasing role in both mental health and neurology clinic visits. We discuss the pros and cons of telehealth as well as how to prepare for and what to expect from a telehealth encounter. www.anticipa...
Aug 12, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 33
This episode features Part 1 of an interview with Dr. Karla Evans & Dr. Veronica Tetterton of Anticipate Joy. This interview addresses telehealth, which has become a major topic in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth is a resource that has grown exponentially over the past decade and has an increasing role in both mental health and neurology clinic visits. We discuss the pros and cons of telehealth as well as how to prepare for and what to expect from a telehealth encounter...
Aug 05, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 32
This episode includes Part 2 of an interview with Dr. Maisha Robinson and, her father, Dr. Kenneth Robinson about the complex issue of health disparities among African Americans. From the so-called insulation of higher education to public policy, this interview touches on many important elements that must be considered for progress to be made in our pursuit of true equality. We also conclude our month-long focus racism's impact on African American brain health.
Jul 29, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 31
This episode is the first of a two-part interview with Dr. Maisha Robinson and her father, Dr. Kenneth Robinson. As African American physicians and leader in the fields of medicine, ministry, public health, and advocacy, they are uniquely equipped to discuss the the correlation between race and health. In this episode, we address this dynamic and its contributors including nature, i.e. genetics, and nurture, e.g. socioeconomic status, racism, etc.
Jul 22, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This episode contains an interview with Megan Zeulsdorff PhD, who is an Assistant Professor and epidemiologist at the University of Wisconsin. Megan discusses her recent publication entitled "Stressful Life Events and Racial Disparities in Cognition Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults." This important research demonstrates that greater lifetime stress predicted poorer later-life cognition in African Americans. This episode digs into the particulars of why this is and what we can do to address the...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 29
With the current racial tensions, Long Live The Brains would like to address the very real problem of racism and possible connections with the brain health of African Americans. This episode provides a context for our upcoming series, which will feature interviews with various experts to review the current research into this connection while delving into the the particulars of systemic racism and health disparities among African Americans. Our goal is for healing and forward progress through a g...
Jul 08, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This episode features an interview with Ansley Ward, founder of I'll Remember For You. Ansley's background includes a degree in theater that equipped her with special skills to interact with cognitively impaired individuals. From her time as a "side kick" for Mitzi, diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's disease, to her work with Teepa Snow, Ansley is touching lives and continually seeks to jump into the mind of individuals with neurodegenerative diseases and provide meaningful moments in the mi...
Jul 01, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 27
This episode includes the second segment of an interview with Amy Schenk, Program Manager of the Alzheimer's Association Gulf Coast Chapter. This interview tackles many of the challenges that caregivers face when attempting to communicate with their loved ones with cognitive impairment. Learn several general concepts and tips as well as concrete examples of successful communication on those most difficult topics, such as turning over the keys. www.alz.org 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900...
Jun 24, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 26
This episode includes the first segment of an interview with Amy Schenk, Program Manager of the Alzheimer's Association Gulf Coast Chapter. This interview tackles many of the challenges that caregivers face when attempting to communicate with their loved ones with cognitive impairment. Learn several general concepts and tips as well as concrete examples of successful communication on those most difficult topics, such as turning over the keys. www.alz.org 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900...
Jun 17, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 25
This episode contains an interview with Dr. Nilüfer Ertekin-Taner, who is a behavioral neurologist and world-renowned Alzheimer's disease geneticist. This interview dives into the motivators for why Dr. Taner chose this particular career path and provides the inside scoop into Alzheimer's disease genetics, past, present and future. Follow her lab to stay up to date on major advances in the field. http://www.mayo.edu/research/labs/genetics-alzheimers-disease-endophenotypes/overview https://www.li...
Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Heidi Levitt is a casting director with a remarkable resume including films, such as JFK, The Rock, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Heidi tells the story of her husband, who was diagnosed with early onset dementia, and her decision to make a documentary called Walk With Me. This documentary will follow people diagnosed with dementia with the goal of reducing stigma by providing a true view into the life of one living with dementia and the lives of their friends/family. www.walkwithmedoc.c...
Jun 03, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 23
