Best Geriatricians Podcasts (2026)

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January 6, 2026: 'Portraits in Aging' features reflections, exploration of what it's like growing older in Colorado 49:06

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The fastest growing population in Colorado is people 65 and older. But we all age differently; today we hear about misperceptions and opportunities from everyday Coloradans who are part of the state’s fastest-growing group, people ages 65 and older. Their personal reflections are featured in a sub-series of our ongoing Aging Matters series, called …

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January 5, 2026: Context for Colorado's citing in Trump's Venezuela action; How we became the 38th US state 49:14

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Images of overrun apartment buildings in Colorado -- and severed fingers -- landed in the president's Venezuela speech over the weekend, part of Donald Trump's justification for his actions in Venezuela. Justice reporter Allison Sherry provides some context. Then, Colorado had to try hard to become a state. It took five attempts over two decades. I…

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Jan. 2, 2026: Legacy of Cherry Creek: Growing Up Black in Denver’s Transforming Neighborhood 49:20

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The legacy of Cherry Creek is rooted in Black history and it played a pivotal role shaping Denver into the city that it is today. Chandra Thomas Whitfield moderated a panel discussion called "Legacy of Cherry Creek: Growing Up Black in Denver’s Transforming Neighborhood" in front of an audience this past spring. It was hosted by Arapahoe Libraries …

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Jan. 1, 2026: As a new year begins, a fresh start with forgiveness; A rock legend found home in Colorado 49:20

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On the first day of the year, a conversation about fresh starts. Forgiveness is the focus of Kristin Koval's riveting novel, "Penitence." We spoke at Lit Fest last Spring. Then, a final reflection on 2025 with a hall of fame moment for rock legend Joe Cocker who found happiness living in Colorado.By Colorado Public Radio

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Dec. 31, 2025: Remembering a milestone year with Coloradans who survived Hurricane Katrina 49:21

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As 2025 draws to a close, we revisit the stories of four people who now call Colorado home. They have a common bond: They all survived the American tragedy known as Hurricane Katrina, which devastated New Orleans 20 years ago and remains one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in U.S. history. They share their journey from Louisiana to…

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Dec. 30, 2025: Colorado researcher on drug that holds promise for treating Alzheimer's; Denver's missed climate goals 28:56

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There's promising new research out of Colorado in the effort to treat Alzheimer's disease. The study focused on the drug Leukine, which is already on the market to treat other disorders. Andrea speaks with the study's senior author, Huntington Potter, who directs the University of Colorado Alzheimer's and Cognition Center. Then, another study shows…

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Episode 10: Namaste Care: Honoring the Spirit Within — Featuring Nicola Jacobson-Wright, Dementia Practice Development Coach at the Association for Dementia Studies, University of Worcester (United Kingdom ... 30:09

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In our final episode of 2025, it is my greatest honor to welcome our third international star: Nicola Jacobson-Wright, a dementia practice development coach and professor at the University of Worcester based in the United Kingdom of Great Britain. Nicola is a gifted dancer and she shared with us her lovely journey into dementia care. Our conversati…

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Dec. 29, 2025: Colorado's bet on gambling and the impact on addiction; A doctor's journey with cancer 49:20

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The expansion of gambling in Colorado means added temptations for problem gamblers. It’s led the state to invest millions of dollars to treat gambling addictions. We look at the changes to gambling in Colorado and talk with a therapist and a Denver man in recovery. Then, he dedicated his career to treating patients with lung cancer and never expect…

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Dec. 26, 2025: A Kwanzaa extravaganza and a singer who lives the principles everyday! 49:11

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This is the first day of Kwanzaa, a celebration of African American culture and heritage along with seven guiding principles, such as unity, purpose, and self-determination. Light the kinara with us as we share some of our favorite Kwanzaa memories from our annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganzas! Plus, my conversation from August with Denver…

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34. Looking back on 2025 in the world of medicines and prescribing 31:44

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Welcome to this episode of Talking Meds and the PrescQIPP podcast, engaging conversations about medicines-related dilemmas. In this last episode for 2025, we welcome back three former guests to look back on the year in terms of medicines and prescribing. Prof Adam Todd joined us in July 2025 for episode 23 where we discussed his work on how communi…

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Dec. 25, 2025: Celebrate the season with the 10th Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza! 56:00

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A CPR tradition turns 10 this year. The Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza returns with bluegrass, mariachi, comedy and storytime. And as always, we pay homage to Judy Garland. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply value togetherness, this audio gift is for you!By Colorado Public Radio

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Dec. 24, 2025: On Christmas Eve, a musical extravaganza spanning ten years! 48:17

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We're counting down to the 10th annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza with some of our favorite musical artists over the past decade. Like Hazel Miller and Claire Dunn. Plus a centuries-old classic played on a massive pipe organ inside the historic Central Presbyterian Church in Denver.By Colorado Public Radio

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Dec. 23, 2025: Spreading laughter and cheer with the Holiday Extravaganza! 48:23

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Laughter is fundamental to the holidays. After all, "Ho Ho Ho" is one of Santa's favorite expressions. Which is why comedians have always had a place in our annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. As we celebrate ten years, we've assembled those acts for a special filled with good cheer and memories.…

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Episode 9: Uncovering the Forgotten Mutiara: Insights from Dr. Cecilia Chan, an Imaginative Gerontologist and Dementia Activist from Malaysia 37:27

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In this episode, I am pleased to welcome our second international guest: Dr. Cecilia Chan, an imaginative gerontologist, dementia advocate and activist based in Malaysia. Our conversation focused on the rising aging population in Malaysia, the stigmatized discourse surrounding dementia in Malaysia, and how innovative community-based projects that s…

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Dec. 22, 2025: An extravaganza of Hanukkah stories, music and connection! 49:15

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In the darkness of winter, a celebration comes along to lighten homes, and moods. And in that bright space, enjoy music and conversation about Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, compiled from our previous Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganzas.By Colorado Public Radio

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Dec. 19, 2025: The 10th Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza 56:00

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A CPR tradition turns 10 this year. The Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza returns with bluegrass, mariachi, comedy and storytime. And as always, we pay homage to Judy Garland. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply value togetherness, this audio gift is for you!By Colorado Public Radio

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John Malios, retired clinician and patient advocate 28:30

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Dr John Malios is an experienced general practitioner and medico-legal examiner, retiring after a 50-year career in general practice. He founded the Oakleigh and District Health Centre (now The General Practitioner) in 1972 and went on to serve as Convenor of Medical Panels Victoria (2012–2017) and Deputy Convenor (2007–2012).He continues to contri…

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Dec. 18, 2025: Deck the halls with 'Garland' 48:34

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Today, Colorado musicians pay homage to Judy Garland, who inspired our annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. The CPR tradition began after Sr. Host Ryan Warner watched Garland's 1963 Christmas special. Enjoy covers by Isaac Slade, Neyla Pekarek, Beth Malone, and Ryan himself (cringe).By Colorado Public Radio

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Is Attending to Clinician Distress Our Job? Sara Johnson, Yael Schenker, & Anne Kelly 49:02

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Have you had one of those consults in which you're thinking, huh, sounds like the patient's goals are clear, it's really that the clinician consulting us disagrees with those goals? To what extent is it our job as consultants to navigate, manage, or attend to clinician distress? What happens when that clinician distress leads eventually to conflict…

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Dec. 17, 2025: Chances low for a white Christmas on Front Range; Dating apps may have enabled a rapist 49:26

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A scary puzzle comes together today: We've had the warm piece, the dry piece, and now wind. We also ask Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo about the chances for a white Christmas. Plus, Colorado ski resorts rely on human-made snow. Also, women sue a dating app company for allegedly enabling a rapist. Later, Colorado's state historian on the s…

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Dec. 16, 2025: Aging Matters: From the gift of time to decluttering, avoiding scams and the love of letters 49:13

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In this Aging Matters special, if you have an older person in your life, or you’re just stumped in general about what to give a loved one this holiday season, have you considered the gift of time? Then, how to avoid scams that are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Later, when it comes to downsizing, how do you get rid of decades of stuff? Plus, …

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December 15, 2025: Tackling Colorado's rising homeowners' insurance; A Hanukkah song with a twist 49:12

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Colorado is in the top ten states for the most expensive homeowners' insurance, thanks to wildfires and hail. Purplish looks at what can be done to bring the cost down. Then, President Trump says he's pardoned Tina Peters, even though he lacks the jurisdiction to do so; we'll discuss the reasoning and what happens next. Plus some Colorado ranchers …

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Episode 8: Australia’s Approach to Aged Care — Insights from Dr. Dimity Pond, GP Clinician-Researcher and Head of General Practice at University of Newcastle (Australia) 40:41

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In this episode, I am delighted to welcome our very first international guest: Dr. Dimity Pond, a renowned general practitioner and dementia researcher from the University of Newcastle, Australia. Dr. Pond shared her beautiful journey into aged care and dementia research. We discussed existing challenges and innovations in Australia’s healthcare sy…

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Dec. 12, 2025: This artist lost his sight, but not his vision; Author reminds children, 'you are not alone' 49:29

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The effort to extend the tax credit for the Affordable Care Act stalls in Congress, so what's next? Then, President Trump claims he pardoned Tina Peters despite lacking jurisdiction; we revisit the state crimes she was convicted of, and why the prosecutor says it wasn't political. Plus, a new exhibit at the Denver Art Museum features works exclusiv…

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33. Using the PrescQIPP IMPACT tool for person-centred medication reviews with Katie Smith 26:00

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Welcome to the latest episode of Talking Meds and the PrescQIPP podcast, engaging conversations about medicines-related dilemmas. Today, your host Jonathan Underhill, Medicines Clinical Adviser at PrescQIPP, talks to Katie Smith about the PrescQIPP IMPACT Tool. Katie is the Director of Clinical Quality at PrescQIPP and is responsible for quality as…

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Dec. 11, 2025: Working to ease vaccination confusion; Art as healing and rehabilitation 49:10

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As the federal government rolls back vaccination recommendations, where does that leave Coloradans, especially the parents of young children? We hear from a pediatrician and the state epidemiologist, who are working to address confusion -- and provide clarity. Then, art, as a form of healing and rehabilitation. Plus, a local grassroots non-profit c…

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Rehab and Death in Skilled Nursing Facilities: Sarguni Singh, Christian Furman, and Lynn Flint 49:21

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In this week's podcast, we sit down with Drs. Sarguni Singh, Christian Furman, and Lynn Flint, three authors of the recent Journal of the American Geriatrics Society article, "Rehab and Death: Improving End-of-Life Care for Medicare Skilled Nursing Facility Beneficiaries." The authors dive into the challenges facing seriously ill older adults disch…

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Dec. 10, 2025: In 'Roam,' stories of people knitting the natural world back together 48:23

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Movement is key to life— for people and wildlife. But the way humans live can impede other species. Ryan speaks with Boulder science reporter Hillary Rosner, of CU, whose new book is "Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World."By Colorado Public Radio

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Dec. 9, 2025: Three Colorado women in the hall of fame on inclusion, visibility, history, and the future 28:50

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The Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame marks its 40th anniversary this year, and today we're commemorating this milestone, talking with three remarkable inductees who’ve shaped Colorado through activism, engineering, community building and fierce advocacy. Velveta Golightly Howell is the founder and CEO of Sister-to-Sister, an international network of p…

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Episode 7: Innovations in Alzheimer’s Research and Diagnostics — Perspectives from Dr. Courtney Kloske, Director of Scientific Engagement at the Alzheimer’s Association 28:21

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In today's episode, I had the pleasure to interview Dr. Courtney Kloske, director of scientific engagement at the Alzheimer’s Association. She discussed her journey into Alzheimer’s research, the significance of the APOE4 gene, advancements in diagnostic tools, and the importance of early diagnosis. She shared novel insights from the US Pointer stu…

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Dec. 8, 2025: The story of DIA's signature tent roof; Books to enjoy or give for the holidays 49:23

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The story of the tent-like roof at Denver International Airport begins with two architects in a downtown Denver bar. One of the architects, Jim Bradburn, recently died just as the airport turned 30. Today, we hear behind the scenes stories from his collaborator, Curt Fentress. Then, US United hopes to change the culture of divisiveness ahead of Nat…

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Dec. 5, 2025: 'If you can keep it' on unprecedented politics; Maintaining Mustang; Tech firm commits to downtown 48:53

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Our series continues about unprecedented politics, named for the famous Benjamin Franklin line in 1787: "A republic, if you can keep it." University of Denver political scientist Seth Masket provides historic context. Then, it takes a lot of work to keep Mustang standing strong outside DIA. Also, tech firm Ibotta makes a 10-year commitment to downt…

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Parker LaCombe and Sydney Harris, patient advocates,MindCareConnect 36:14

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Parker LaCombe is a passionate advocate, strategist, and internationally recognized subject matter expert in mental health, peer support, and systems transformation. As the co-founder of MindCareConnect and firm believer that recovery is possible for all who navigate mental health and substance use challenges, Parker uses her lived experience to br…

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Dec. 4, 2025: Protecting children from social media harm; Venezuelans living in the shadows 49:00

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Protecting children from the harmful side of social media has been a years-long fight, but Congress may finally be taking action. Today we hear about one mother's determination to bring change in memory of her daughter. Meanwhile, experts will offer research assistance to state legislators next session. Then, they followed the rules set up by the f…

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Inflammaging: Brian Andonian, Sara LaHue, Joe Hippensteel 50:51

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Six years ago we had John Newman on GeriPal to talk about Geroscience (Song choice Who Wants to Live Forever by Queen, perfect selection). John explained the basics of geroscience, what is it, what are the key theories in geroscience, what is senescence, why people who provide clinical care for older adults should care about geroscience, and potent…

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Dec. 3, 2025: No degree? No problem; Tig Notaro grieves Colorado's late poet laureate Andrea Gibson 49:29

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For most state jobs, you don't need a college degree. It's the skills that matter. Governor Jared Polis has championed this change in the private sector, as well. Reporter Lawrence Lanahan writes about this trend in a piece titled, “No college degree, no problem? Not so fast!” Then, comedian Tig Notaro remembers Colorado's late poet laureate Andrea…

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December 2, 2025: 'Witness at Sand Creek'; Changing vision for Colorado's public lands 49:26

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It's one of the darkest moments in Colorado history: the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864. Today, through the letters he wrote, we learn about a man who refused to take part: Capt. Silas Soule. Then, from oil and gas drilling to cattle grazing and conservation, the issues facing public lands in Colorado under the Trump administration. And for Aging Matt…

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Food Systems: Why Should We Care? 34:11

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In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Evan Fraser, Director of the Arrell Food Institute and global leader in understanding agri-food tech, climate change, and the future of food. Join us for an engaging and eye-opening conversation about where our food really comes from and where it's headed. We chat about what a 'food system' actually means from …

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Episode 6: Are Pills Always the Best Solution: Insights from Dr. Allen Power, Geriatrician and International Educator in Dementia Care 1:07:13

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Recently, I had the delightful opportunity to sit down and chat with the renowned Dr. Allen Power, a geriatrician, published author, and clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Rochester. Our conversation challenged the status quo regarding the current culture of care and how pills, such as antipsychotics, are currently used a…

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December 1, 2025: Reflections on the past, and looking forward on World AIDS Day 49:12

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Today, on World AIDS Day, Ryan visits the Colorado AIDS memorial in the heart of Denver with Barb Cardell, program director at the Positive Women's Network USA. They discuss science, stigma, and, for our series Aging Matters, what it means to enter your senior years with HIV. Then, what a trip to the grocery store says about a "silent recession." P…

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Nov. 28, 2025: Trust Matters: A conversation about record-low levels of trust in the media 49:03

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According to Gallup, barely a third of Americans express a great deal or even fair amount of trust in newspapers, TV, and radio. In the 1970s, trust was as high as 72 percent. At Front Range Community College, students meet the press: Greg Moore, former editor of The Denver Post and recent National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame indu…

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32. Caring about medicines in care homes with Jonathan and Sundus, episode 5 27:35

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Welcome to the latest episode of Talking Meds and the PrescQIPP podcast, engaging conversations about medicines-related dilemmas. Today, your host Jonathan Underhill, Medicines Clinical Adviser at PrescQIPP, continues the series of podcasts called 'Caring about medicines in Care Homes with Jonathan and Sundus'. In today's episode, Jonathan and Sund…

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Nov. 27, 2025: From astronaut to artist, Ed Dwight reflects on a journey making history as he turns 92 49:00

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A remarkable Coloradan - and an American pioneer - celebrated his 92nd birthday in September. Ed Dwight was the first Black man to be selected for astronaut training more than 60 years ago. And six decades later, he became the oldest person to go to space. Dwight’s history-making didn’t stop there. He went on to become a celebrated artist, sculptin…

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Nov. 26, 2025: When the world believed Martians were real 48:49

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For "Turn the Page with Colorado Matters," former NPR science reporter David Baron, of Boulder, talks about his new book, "The Martians: The True Story of an Alien Craze That Captured Turn-Of-the-Century America." Listen to a captivating conversation in front of an audience at Library 21c in Colorado Springs. This first aired on August 15, 2025.…