In this powerful episode, Dr. Nisha Chellam, a Board-Certified Internist and functional medicine pioneer, opens up about the health crisis that forced her to rethink everything she learned in traditional medicine. At the age of 42, despite “normal” labs, she felt like she was falling apart. Migraines, fatigue, brain fog, and mood swings plagued her daily life until she discovered the transformative principles of root-cause, lifestyle-driven care.Now thriving and helping thousands reclaim their health, Dr. Chellam covers:- Functional vs conventional medicine: what’s the difference?- Sleep, movement, mindset & the 5 pillars of healthy aging- Why most “normal” labs are missing the real picture- Blood tests that actually matter in your 40s+- The dangers of overprescription and system-driven care- What your doctor isn’t telling you and why- The truth about GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic- And more!Whether you're a high-performing professional starting to feel worn down, or someone caring for a loved one lost in the system, this conversation is a must-listen.Dr. Chellam is a leading voice in the movement to reclaim health from a broken system. She serves as a clinical leader at Parsley Health and brings decades of frontline experience both inside and outside traditional medicine.Brought to you by CareYaya, the #1-rated solution for in-home senior care across America, providing industry-leading quality care at the most affordable rates. It is known especially for delivering the most reliable and affordable overnight senior care and 24-7 care in many major metro areas including Atlanta, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. CareYaya connects families to intelligent, compassionate caregivers who are pre-health students trained in both empathy and evidence-based care. As a social-impact startup, CareYaya is revolutionizing senior care and improving quality of life for aging adults, all while nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders. Learn more about CareYaya at - www.careyaya.org- www.linkedin.com/company/careyaya/- www.linkedin.com/in/neal-shah-careyaya/

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Dr. Corita Grudzen, head of Supportive and Acute Care Services at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and one of America’s leading physician-innovators, is rewriting the rules of how we care for seriously ill patients.From transforming the ER into a place of compassion, not chaos, to pioneering in-home emergency care and bridging palliative care with real-time clinical decision-making, Dr. Grudzen is reshaping how we live, not just how we die. We are also joined by guest co-host Dr. David Casarett, Chief of Palliative Care at Duke University.In this episode, learn- Why palliative care is really about living not dying- The untold moral distress of ER docs and how to fix it- Radical new ideas for delivering hospital-level care at home- Why emergency care is actually a communication specialty- And more!Brought to you by CareYaya, the #1-rated solution for in-home senior care across America, providing industry-leading quality care at the most affordable rates. It is known especially for delivering the most reliable and affordable overnight senior care and 24-7 care in many major metro areas including Atlanta, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. CareYaya connects families to intelligent, compassionate caregivers who are pre-health students trained in both empathy and evidence-based care. As a social-impact startup, CareYaya is revolutionizing senior care and improving quality of life for aging adults, all while nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders. Learn more about CareYaya at - www.careyaya.org- www.linkedin.com/company/careyaya/- www.linkedin.com/in/neal-shah-careyaya/

In this powerful, thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Daniel Thomas, one of the youngest and most forward-thinking geriatricians in the U.S., shares the real secrets to aging well. Trained at Johns Hopkins and now practicing at Penn State Health, Dr. Thomas blends cutting-edge science with deep human insight gained from years of listening to his senior patients.In this episode, learn- The 3 habits every adult should start TODAY for healthy aging- Why functional, age-friendly healthcare is essential and still rare- How wearable tech + AI can help detect decline before it happens- Mental health tools for caregivers in the sandwich generation- A bold policy idea that could fix elder care in AmericaDr. Thomas also dives into what most healthcare systems are missing about elder care and how we can rebuild aging care for the 21st century, including innovations in AI, caregiver support, and tech that empowers (not replaces) human connection.Whether you're a caregiver, clinician, tech founder, or simply planning your own aging journey, this conversation will change how you think about getting older.Brought to you by CareYaya, the #1-rated solution for in-home senior care across America, providing industry-leading quality care at the most affordable rates. It is known especially for delivering the most reliable and affordable overnight senior care and 24-7 care in many major metro areas including Atlanta, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. CareYaya connects families to intelligent, compassionate caregivers who are pre-health students trained in both empathy and evidence-based care. As a social-impact startup, CareYaya is revolutionizing senior care and improving quality of life for aging adults, all while nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders. Learn more about CareYaya at - www.careyaya.org- www.linkedin.com/company/careyaya/- www.linkedin.com/in/neal-shah-careyaya/

Join us as we dive into the world of AI with Rick Robinson, VP of Innovation at the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP!AARP is the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan U.S. organization dedicated to empowering people aged 50+ through advocacy, services, research, and benefits. The AgeTech Collaborative from AARP is an ecosystem launched by AARP that brings together startups, investors, enterprises, testbeds, and service providers to accelerate technology innovations aimed at making aging easier and improving quality of life. Since its launch in 2016, it has invested roughly $6 million across over 80 AgeTech startups, helping them advance from pilot to market-ready solutions. Its mission is to discover innovators, accelerate technology deployment, and foster collaboration to drive meaningful impact in the growing $45 trillion longevity economy.

Brought to you by CareYaya, the #1-rated solution for in-home senior care across America, providing industry-leading quality care at the most affordable rates. It is known especially for delivering the most reliable and affordable overnight senior care and 24-7 care in many major metro areas including Atlanta, Boston, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. CareYaya is a celebrated and proud member of the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP.

Join us as we sit down with the amazing Nicole Jorwic, Chief of Advocacy and Campaigns at Caring Across Generations, special education attorney, and family caregiver.We discuss:00:00 Intergenerational Relationships and Caregiving01:59 Inadequate Support Infrastructure for Caregivers03:59 Innovations and Caregiving Models06:12 Federal and State Level Changes for Caregivers07:31 Reshaping Attitudes and Support for Caregiving Responsibility10:19 Federal and State Level Changes for Caregivers14:36 Advice for Family Caregivers19:02 Self-Care Tips for Caregivers22:14 Strengthening Intergenerational Relationships in Caregiving

We sat down with the amazing Debbie Weiss, caregiver since she was 17 and author of the book "On Second Thought... Maybe I Can!" Join us as we discuss Debbie's caregiving experience, managing caregiver burnout, overcoming limiting beliefs, and more!

Today, we are honored to meet with Senator Gale Adcock, a North Carolina Senator and family nurse practitioner for 37 years. Join us as we discuss:- Family caregiving in the workplace- Importance of intergenerational connections- Strategies and policies addressing caregiver shortages- Fostering future healthcare professionalsAnd more!

Today, we are speaking with the incredibly interesting Dr. Alexis Drutchas! Dr. Drutchas is a Palliative Care Physician at Mass General Hospital, and she was recently promoted to Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School! Join us as she takes us on a fascinating journey through her eventful life thus far! Listen as she discusses the importance of palliative care, caregiving, and storytelling!