Episodes

What if turning 60 isn’t about slowing down—but starting one of your most fulfilling chapters? In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, Matt Helton talks with Eric North, Founder of The Happiness Warrior, about happiness, healthy aging, reinvention, movement, mindset, and finding purpose later in life. At 62, Eric believes your 60s can be a powerful time to build healthier habits, rediscover your strengths, and create a new sense of purpose. ☀️ AFFIRMATION, HYDRATION & ACTIVATION Eric...

When should you claim Social Security? How can you reduce taxes in retirement? And what steps can help make your retirement income last? In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, Matt Helton welcomes Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CIMA®, CLTC®, ChFC®, RICP®, Certified Kingdom Advisor®, National Social Security Advisor Certificant, financial advisor, author of Retire Today, and host of the Retire Today podcast. 💰 IN THIS EPISODE: ✅ Why delaying Social Security can increase future benefits for e...

What if a successful retirement isn’t just about how much money you’ve saved—but how confidently you can turn those savings into income that lasts? In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, Matt Helton sits down with Brett A. Blake, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Annuity.com and host of Safe Money Radio, to discuss annuities, retirement income planning, protecting savings, and helping seniors enjoy the retirement they worked so hard to build. 💰 FROM RETIREMENT SAVINGS TO RETIREMENT INCOME B...

Heart health becomes increasingly important as we age, but getting older doesn't mean we have to stop being proactive about our cardiovascular wellness. In Episode 109, Matt Helton welcomes Dr. Mel Icard, founder of Biohacked Heart Protocol, for an informative conversation about senior heart health, cardiovascular wellness, plaque, healthy aging, and living better in retirement. Dr. Icard discusses why seniors should take a proactive approach to their heart health and understand the factors th...

What happens when an older adult leaves the doctor’s office, the hospital, or a rehabilitation program—but they and their family still don’t feel fully confident managing the next steps? In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Augustus “Gus” Osgood, BSN, RN, founder of Counsel Concierge Nursing, to discuss how concierge nursing can help seniors and their families navigate those critical gaps between medical appointments, hospital care, recovery, and indep...

In Episode 107 of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Karen Ziemer Armes, also known as ZuZu, founder of Lilly Fields and Holistic Health Educators. Known as the “Cell Health Protector,” ZuZu shares natural, practical ideas that may help seniors feel more informed, energized, and involved in their wellness. She has led more than 2,500 seminars, written four holistic health books, and created programs that make wellness education simple and approachable. In this episode, Matt...

In Episode 106 of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Dr. Dwaine Allison, D.C., Clinic Director of the Wellness Center of Franklin. Dr. Allison shares his personal health journey, his approach to chiropractic care, and his belief that the body is designed to heal when unnecessary interference is reduced. He explains how the spine and nervous system may affect overall wellness, movement, and daily comfort. Born legally blind, Dr. Allison shares how his early experiences shape...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO & Founder of Walfinch Ltd., for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about helping seniors live well, stay active, and receive quality care at home. Amrit shares how Walfinch Ltd. is helping shape the future of in-home care and active aging. This episode explores why seniors deserve care that supports independence, dignity, safety, and joy. Because let’s be honest, aging should come with more suppor...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Tony Medrano, CEO & Co-Founder of LongevityPlan.AI, for a helpful and easy-to-follow conversation about using artificial intelligence to plan for a healthier retirement. Tony brings a powerful mix of experience to the table. He is the CEO of LongevityPlan.AI, a Harvard + Stanford JD/MBA, and a 3x Ironman Triathlon finisher. In other words, he knows a thing or two about playing the long game! This episode focuses on longe...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Vivienne Wagner, Founder & CEO of Houndstooth Media Group, for a helpful conversation about how seniors and their families can connect with trusted businesses when planning for retirement. Retirement can feel like a giant puzzle. Healthcare, housing, finances, estate planning, and long-term care all have their own “special words,” which can make things confusing fast. Vivienne shares how good businesses can make their mes...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Dr. Luke Bucci, PhD CCN(Rtd) CNS-S C(ASCP), Chief Science Officer at Juvenon LLC, for a science-forward conversation about senior health, nutrition, vitamin D, supplements, and healthy aging. Dr. Luke brings 40+ years of experience in nutritional science, supplement formulation, and translating mitochondrial and metabolic research into real-world steps people can actually use. Big science words? Yes. Helpful answers? Also...

Barbara Moss, Esq., Founder & Attorney of Elder Law of Nashville PLC, joins Matt Helton on the Serving Seniors Podcast for an important conversation about senior legal planning, wills, probate, Medicaid, and avoiding scams. In this episode, Barbara shares clear and helpful guidance for seniors and their families who want to plan ahead, protect their loved ones, and avoid legal surprises. Because let’s be honest—legal paperwork can feel like alphabet soup with a notary stamp on top. 📝😄 Barbara ...

🎙️ In this very special 100th episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Ray Godleski, Financial Advisor and CFP® with Southeast Wealth Partners, for a clear and helpful conversation about Social Security tips for seniors and how to plan for a stronger retirement. Reaching 100 episodes is a big milestone, and we could not think of a better topic to celebrate than helping seniors make smart, confident choices about retirement. After all, Social Security can feel like a puz...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Chris Maduri, Retirement Planner & Coach with Vibrant Retirement, for a helpful conversation about how seniors can protect retirement income using annuities and home equity. Retirement should feel exciting, not like trying to solve a math problem with missing numbers. 🧮 In this episode, Chris explains ways seniors can create more income confidence, plan for the future, and better understand tools like annuities and home e...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Fred Moskowitz, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur, Author, educator, best-selling author, and mortgage note investing expert with Fred Moskowitz. Fred breaks down how seniors and retirees can use mortgage notes as a way to create passive income, diversify their retirement strategy, and better understand what it means to “be the bank.” Don’t worry, no giant marble bank building required. 🏦😄 Fred shares how individual investors...

In this inspiring episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Jennifer Parker, a Patient Advocate, Transformational Speaker, and Healthcare Leadership Speaker, to share her powerful personal journey of survival, courage, and speaking up when it matters most. Jennifer opens up about her experience with breast cancer, chemotherapy-induced congestive heart failure, and receiving a heart transplant. Her story shows how patient advocacy can save lives, especially for seniors an...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Dr. Kavin Mistry of Kavin Mistry MD for a powerful conversation about helping seniors live longer, healthier, and more energized lives. Dr. Mistry is a Board-Certified Neuroradiologist, author, speaker, and human performance and longevity strategist in the age of AI. After reviewing more than 300,000 brain and body scans during his career, Dr. Mistry began noticing something important: some people appeared to be aging muc...

In this heartfelt episode of Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton welcomes Connie Jean Catalano, Life Transition Specialist, Sales Leader, Dale Carnegie Certified Trainer, Senior Advocate, Speaker, and Author. Connie brings wisdom, warmth, and real-life guidance to a topic many families face: what happens when a longtime home no longer fits a senior’s current needs? 🏠➡️🌅 Whether it is because of health, safety, family changes, downsizing, or simply wanting a fresh start, moving into the n...

In this new episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Cory Boldroff, Certified Real Estate Planner, Senior Advocate, and Senior Transition Specialist with The Complete Real Estate Planners, to talk about how seniors can use real estate planning to create a safer, smarter retirement. If you or a loved one are thinking about downsizing, aging in place, moving closer to family, or making confident housing decisions for the future, this episode is packed with helpful i...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Ken Himmler, Co-Founder of One Wealth Map, LLC, to talk about one of the biggest topics facing retirees today: retirement planning for seniors. Ken Himmler has spent 42 years helping individuals and business owners navigate major financial life changes. He is the author of Live Rich, Stay Wealthy, which sold 25,000 copies in its first two weeks, and he also hosted the Money Talks radio show for ten years, helping li...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Barbara Gustavson, Founder & Brain Health Coach at Discover Next Step, to talk about practical brain health tips for seniors. Together, they explore how sleep, stress, and memory all connect — and what simple daily steps can help support a healthier, more resilient brain. Barbara’s work is deeply personal and powerful. After watching her mother carry the heavy emotional load of caring for Barbara’s father through Hu...

In this episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Paul Barrett, Medicare Specialist and founder of The Modern Medicare Agency, to talk about one of the biggest questions many seniors face: How do you choose the right Medicare plan without feeling overwhelmed? Paul shares smart, simple guidance on how to compare Medicare options, what to watch out for, and why the “best” plan for your neighbor may not be the best plan for you. You’ll hear real-world advice on lookin...

In this exciting episode of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Miles Spencer, Co-Founder and CEO of reflekta, to explore a powerful question: How can artificial intelligence help seniors preserve their family stories and memories for generations to come? 🤖📖 Miles Spencer is the visionary behind reflekta, a platform designed to help families capture, organize, and preserve personal histories using modern AI technology. Instead of letting priceless stories fade with time...

What if aging didn’t have to mean pain, stiffness, and slowing down? 🤔 In Episode 89 of the Serving Seniors Podcast, host Matt Helton sits down with Eileen Kopsaftis, BS, PT, FAFS, CMI, NE, Founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing, to break down the biggest myths that keep us stuck in pain and believing decline is “just part of getting older.” Eileen’s mission for more than 30 years has been simple but powerful: 👉 Teach people how to age without decline 👉 Be free of pain 👉 Have REAL life function as...