A guitar, a knee replacement and some new stories to tell. I couldn’t have predicted where that combination would lead. Today, the Hartford Courant featured Senior Rock and my signing of recording artist and songwriting agreements with Verdict Music. Reporter Sean Krofssik spoke with me, Verdict Music’s Steve Berger and Hartford HealthCare’s Christopher Carlin about a journey that has brought music back to the center of my life. Read the Hartford Courant feature Continue reading Hartford Courant Features Senior Rock and My Recording Deal at 77
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: The Gadget That Finds Your Lost Keys—Before You Blame Your Spouse
Where are my keys? We’ve all done it. You check the kitchen counter. Your coat pockets. Yesterday’s pants. The car. Under the couch cushions. Then comes the inevitable question: “Did you move my keys?” Maybe nobody moved them. Maybe you just need a little technology on your side. Continue reading PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: The Gadget That Finds Your Lost Keys—Before You Blame Your Spouse
Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2 AI Glasses: Smart Technology or Just Another Gadget?
What if your eyeglasses could take photos, record videos, answer questions, read a menu, translate a sign, play music and make telephone calls—all without requiring you to take out your phone? That is the promise of the Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2 AI Glasses, and we put them to the test in the newest episode of Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos. Continue reading Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2 AI Glasses: Smart Technology or Just Another Gadget?
Senior Rock — The Soundtrack for Getting Older
Rock and roll told the stories of our generation when we were young.
Our generation got older. We have new stories to tell.
That simple thought is behind something new I’ve been creating called Senior Rock — The Soundtrack for Getting Older. Continue reading Senior Rock — The Soundtrack for Getting Older
Best Foldable Travel Canes for Seniors
Traveling as we age often means balancing the desire for independence with accessibility needs. A sturdy, foldable travel cane offers both support and portability. In this review, we test several top foldable canes to find ones that are truly travel-friendly—compact, lightweight, and reliable. We compare foldable travel canes for seniors side by side, note real pros & cons, and help you decide which one will carry you through airports, hotel rooms, and walking tours without weighing you down. Continue reading Best Foldable Travel Canes for Seniors
Reclaiming the Word “Geezer”: Why Aging Isn’t About Fading Away
At Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos, we recently asked a simple question: “When you hear the word ‘geezer,’ what comes to mind?” The responses were immediate — and revealing:
- “Old.”
- “Grumpy old man.”
- “Set in his ways.”
- “Cranky.”
- “Rough around the edges.”
Honestly? We weren’t surprised. For decades, the word “geezer” has been used as shorthand for decline — a stereotype that paints aging as something negative, outdated, or irrelevant. But we believe that definition misses the truth completely. Continue reading Reclaiming the Word “Geezer”: Why Aging Isn’t About Fading Away
Vansky Motion Activated Bed Light: Your Simple 3AM Safety Upgrade
At some point, everybody experiences it. You wake up at 3AM. The room is dark. Your body is stiff. Your brain hasn’t fully checked in yet. And suddenly, your own bedroom feels like an obstacle course designed by a hostile furniture committee. That’s exactly why we decided to test the Vansky Motion Activated Bed Light on the latest episode of Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos. And honestly? This simple little lighting strip turned out to be far more useful—and far more impressive—than we expected. Continue reading Vansky Motion Activated Bed Light: Your Simple 3AM Safety Upgrade
Ageism and Aging: The Story We’ve Been Told and Why It’s Wrong
What if the biggest obstacle to aging well isn’t physical? What if it’s the story we’ve been told about what aging means? In this episode of Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos – The Podcast, Garrison sits down with Ashton Applewhite—author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism and one of the most influential voices challenging how society thinks about aging. And what she reveals is both simple—and deeply unsettling: Much of what we believe about aging isn’t fact. It’s bias. Continue reading Ageism and Aging: The Story We’ve Been Told and Why It’s Wrong
Storyworth: Preserving Family Stories and Building a Lasting Legacy
Some stories are told. Others are lost. Not because they weren’t important—but because no one ever asked. That’s exactly where Storyworth comes in. In a world filled with devices designed to make life faster, louder, and more efficient, Storyworth does something quietly radical. Instead, it slows things down—just enough to remember what matters. Continue reading Storyworth: Preserving Family Stories and Building a Lasting Legacy
Falling Forward: The Real Science of Resilience and Aging Well
What if resilience isn’t about bouncing back — but about learning how to move forward? In this episode of Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos – The Podcast Garrison sits down with Dr. Keith Bellizzi, Professor of Gerontology at the University of Connecticut and author of Falling Forward: The New Science of Resilience and Personal Transformation, to explore what resilience really means — especially as we age. Continue reading Falling Forward: The Real Science of Resilience and Aging Well