Seniority Authority
Seniority Authority
Preview: Season 1 | 20s
Cathleen Toomey tackles the real questions we all face as we grow older.
Why do we resist letting go of clutter? How does ageism affect our health? What gives life purpose after retirement? How can we keep our brains strong as we age? Why is it so hard to talk about aging with our loved ones?
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Seniority Authority is a local public television program presented by NHPBS
Seniority Authority
Seniority Authority
Preview: Season 1 | 20s
Why do we resist letting go of clutter? How does ageism affect our health? What gives life purpose after retirement? How can we keep our brains strong as we age? Why is it so hard to talk about aging with our loved ones?
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Clip: S1 | 4m 4s | A daughter turns grief into art as her mother fades, finding love through the lens. (4m 4s)
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Clip: S1 | 3m 14s | Mary Ellen and Richard find freedom in letting go (3m 14s)
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Clip: S1 | 3m 38s | At any age, dance brings joy, confidence, and community—just ask Caroline’s class. (3m 38s)
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Clip: S1 | 4m 37s | They picked up instruments late in life and found joy, friendship, and new purpose. (4m 37s)
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Clip: S1 | 3m 43s | Joe left finance to help seniors “right-size” their lives and rediscovered his purpose. (3m 43s)
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Clip: S1 | 4m 28s | Who knew talking about death with strangers could teach you how to live more fully? (4m 28s)
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Clip: S1 | 5m 29s | Laura’s loss sparks a movement to help others talk about death—and truly live. (5m 29s)
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Clip: S1 | 4m | Meet one yogi who learned to age peacefully one breath, pose and moment at a time. (4m)
Preview: S1 | 20s | Cathleen Toomey tackles the real questions we all face as we grow older. (20s)
Preview: 9/15/2025 | 25s | Talking about aging and care with loved ones—expert tips to ease tension and plan with compassion. (25s)
The Power of Purpose (Preview)
Preview: 9/15/2025 | 20s | Bestselling author Chip Conley shows how purpose can transform life after retirement (20s)
Preview: 9/12/2025 | 20s | Author and activist Ashton Applewhite challenges ageism and shares simple ways to thrive. (20s)
Preview: 9/4/2025 | 20s | Discover how Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host Matt Paxton says rightsizing frees time. (20s)
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