Half of Medicare beneficiaries did not visit the dentist during the past year because they couldn't afford to. Melissa Burroughs of the advocacy group Care Quest says neglecting oral health can contribute to serious health issues in older people --- including Alzheimer's, heart disease, and diabetes. Worse yet, traditional Medicare does not cover routine dental care. As Melissa tells us, it's time for that to change!

Jon "Bowzer" Bauman is best known for his 50s greaser character from the tv show "Sha Na Na." In addition to his career as an entertainer, Jon is an outspoken advocate for Social Security and Medicare! In this encore episode of the podcast, he tells us how we can save Americans' earned benefits during the Trump/DOGE regime. We also hear how Bowzer went from Doo Wop revivalist to seniors' activist. If you're wondering if Jon also will sing for us... well... you can bet your rama-lama-ding-dong, Daddy-O! Originally released March 4, 2025.

David Tatel was the nation's first blind federal judge. He has written a new book entitled "Vision," offering reminisences from his time on the bench --- and wisdom for any older person who wants to live life to the fullest. Plus, everything you need to know about David's faithful service dog, Vixen! Enjoy this encore episode featuring a senior living with a major disability who made a major contribution to our country.