GB Items Related to Tag - television
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GB RadioHeeerrrrrrre's ... Ed McMahon!
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Career of High NotesGrowing Bolder takes you on a priceless trip back in time to a woman who was among the first to perform singing commercials on television! Meet the legendary Nancy Evans.
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Tuesday On The TreadmillLet me be the first to admit … I don't look forward to going to the gym. I've heard stories of people who really thrive on the adrenaline and endorphin rush -- who can't wait to hit the treadmill, or the free weights. In fact, you'll meet plenty of...
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Name That TV TuneWho knows TV tunes better? A Boomer or a Gen Xer? Find out in this no-holds-barred intergenerational smackdown!
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Picture of the Day and B'days for August 10On this day in 1948, Allen Funt's "Candid Microphone," later titled "Candid Camera," made its television debut on ABC. The premise of the show involved concealed cameras filming ordinary people being confronted with unusual situations.
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Ed McMahonThe man who bellowed one of TV's most beloved phrases night after night is taking us on a journey through the history of the small screen.
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GB Member on National TV!Exciting news for one of our GB Members -- Jean Newell will be on a television near you this month. Check out her story here, then learn how you can watch her on an upcoming talk show.
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Best of The Rest -- The ZimmersThe Zimmers are a British Rock band thought to have the oldest members in the world. The lead singer, Alf, is 90 and their oldest member, Buster, is 101. The band was created as a feature in a BBC television documentary.
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Hank Phillippi RyanOne of the most honored television reporters in America is spinning the real-life investigations she uncovers into suspenseful mystery novels.
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Blue-Screen MagicWe're returning to our old stomping grounds of WESH-TV in Orlando. Take a behind-the-scenes look as GB President Marc Middleton tapes a welcome video for the homepage of GB.com and find out what happens when there's too many anchors on the set.
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We Bleed OrangeI know the college basketball season has started. And I didn't have to check a schedule, or ask a friend. All I had to do was stand outside my house and listen for the yelling. My husband and I are both graduates of Syracuse University. We are...
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Ten Tips to Help You Live Drama Free at MidlifeTen Tips to Help You Live to be Drama Free at Midlife 10. Write a list of goals you'd like to achieve. Focus on what you know you can do well. Don’t try to be a...
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Larry W. JonesTV Land President Larry W. Jones says the 50+ audience is a powerful force.
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Mike WallaceBorn: May 9, 1918
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Jim McKayJim McKay, the esteemed sportscaster who hosted ABC's popular Wide World of Sports for over 40 years died Saturday of natural causes at his farm in Monkton, Maryland. He was 86.
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Walter CronkiteBorn: Nov. 4, 1916
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BloggingIn an effort to get the word out about the value of learning later for older adults, I am now blogging on five different sites. My very first blogging site is www.blogger.com. This is the site that is connected to my web site,...
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Today's Buzz: Friday, Jan. 25You've almost made it to the weekend! Get through Friday with a strong cup of GB News Brew.
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Dove Ad Banned??!!You gotta be kidding me. The FCC has banned Dove's revolutionary and provocative ProAge TV commercial in which, six over-50 women pose seminude in a dignified and non-sexual manner.
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Fran HarrisFran Harris has been called a combination of Oprah and Tony Robbins.
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Davy JonesMonkees frontman and teen heartthrob Davy Jones tells us how he's still packing in the crowds.
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Sam DonaldsonVeteran newsman Sam Donaldson has never been shy about speaking his mind.
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"Obesity, be not proud"“Obesity, be not proud” From the IrongeezerSays™ Series.By Tatjana and Cliff Eggink Two thirds of the American public is either overweight or obese. Adults and kids alike are gaining pounds and suffering dire, life...
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'Andy Griffith' Composer DiesThe whistle behind one of TV's all-time most recognizable theme songs has died. Earle Hagen not only whistled it, he wrote it, too. In fact, he wrote some of the most popular themes in history. See if your favorite show is among them.
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Picture of the Day and B'days for October 27Today is Monday, Oct. 27th, the 301st day of 2008. Today's birthdays include actress Ruby Dee who turns 84. Last year, Dee became the second oldest Best Supporting Actress nominee when she was recognized for her work in American Gangster.
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Frank CaliendoHe's Dr. Phil, Robin Williams, President George W. Bush and John Madden all rolled up into one. He's Frank Caliendo and he's one of the most talented impersonators in the business.
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Sept. 26Today is Friday, Sept. 26. Birthdays include Jack LaLanne who turns 94 and Olivia Newton John who turns 60. Out picture of the day is a real turn on.
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A Legend of Stage and ScreenJulie Andrews has had a legendary career; from movies and television to Broadway musicals, and now, she's an acclaimed author.
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DreamsMy dream as a child was to be a professional athlete. At some point in my mid-forties, I had to face reality and realize my prospects were slim. I guess having average skills, being slow-footed, and having a lack of desire for practice, contributed to me...
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How I learned to "Do the Hustle"My old friend, Frank, used to be married to Donna. Donna had a very close friend, Jim, who was gay, not that there's anything wrong with that. I say was because Jim is no longer with us and that's just a darn shame because he was so good natured and an...
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WMFE is Growing BolderThe Growing Bolder TV Show, featuring local news veterans Marc Middleton and Bill Shafer, has been picked up by Orlando PBS affiliate WMFE-TV.
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Why HBO Should Be in Charge of History LessonsWith all due respect to Ken Burns, I think his days as America's favorite history-teller are numbered. Like many, I was fascinated by his series on the Civil War, baseball and World War II. But, if I'm totally honest, I must confess that...
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Picture of the Day and B'days for Nov. 24He put the "beat" in The Beatles -- but never made it to Abbey Road. We wish a very happy birthday to musician Pete Best, plus we kick off our celebration of all things Thanksgiving with a very special Picture of the Day.
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Concerning Sea TurtlesI have never met a sea turtle that I didn’t like – I did, however, meet one once who didn’t particularly like me; in fact, I think she thought that I was trying to kill her babies, but I wasn’t. Here’s what happened: sea...
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Camilla McGuinn- Roadie Report 25Saturday, April 28, 2007 Roadie Report 25- Jim McGuinn with Bobby Darin, Art & Paul, Judy Collins, Dion and John Sebastian in Greenwich Village in 1963 by Camilla McGuinn It was a summer’s morning in 1963 when Jim McGuinn stood looking up at the...
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Most Troubling Example of Ageism?
Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.
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5 Ways to Live to 100More experts believe any of us can reach the century mark. Find out how.
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Aim That Super-SoakerIt happens almost every day. I get home from work, kick off my shoes, plop down in front of the television and I hear that unmistakable voice. He wants me to go swimming. My 13-year old son has waited all day for his dad to join him in the...
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How would your life be different if you were ten times bolder than you are right now?
Each week, Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.
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What Is Your Dream?
Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.
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The Times They Are A Changin'As we welcome in the New Year, lets hope 2008 will bring with it meaningful change in the way America deals with its aging population. Dylan said it first but it’s never been truer than now: “The times they are a-changin.” A social revolution is...
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Go Under the Knife to Get In That BikiniNo doubt about it, it's swimsuit season once again. Nothing feels better than the sun on your body in the heat of the summer. But then again, nothing feels worse than looking down at your body and wondering what the heck happened to it!
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Steve Rondinaro Comes Full CircleAt the height of your career, would you walk away from it all to pursue a lifelong dream? That's exactly what TV anchor Steve Rondinaro did 13 years ago. Find out why he'll never have to ask "What if?"
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Dan BuettnerGrowing Bolder Radio has interviewed a remarkable man by the name of Dan Buettner. Dan holds several world endurance cycling records, is an adventurer, film producer, photographer, educator, and now author of the definitive book on longevity.
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What Is Your Dream?
Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.
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My quest for a shot at "The Amazing Race"CAUTION: GB MEMBER VIDEO AHEAD...KEEP READING ! ! ! What do you get when you mix the following elements: An “amazing” sense of adventure, a 13 page application form, a video camera and my sister, whom I’ve known for 36 years? It’s quite...
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What is the best gift you've ever received and what made it so special?
Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.
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What Motivated You To Pursue Your Course In Life?
Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.
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TV Writer Issues Call to ActionThe writer of TV classics like "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "The Bob Newhart Show" has issued a call to action for any TV viewer over 50.
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“My Cancer Diagnosis is the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me”For 20 years, Wendy Chioji was one of the most popular and respected news anchors in one of the nation’s largest media markets. She was single, attractive, well paid and talented. Then she was diagnosed with cancer.
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From A Star To The Star BeltGeorge Takei is a star - but now, he's also an asteroid. Find out how a trekkie just went techie.
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TV Writer Issues Call to ActionThe writer of TV classics like "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "The Bob Newhart Show" has issued a call to action for any TV viewer over 50.
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Olympic Breakfast of ChampionsIt's only a matter of time till we see Michael Phelps and Dara Torres in TV commercials. Olympic stars have been cashing in since Bob Richards became the first athlete ever on the front of a box of Wheaties. Watch this spot from the '60s.
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Isaac Hayes Dies at 65Soul and funk music legend Isaac Hayes was found dead Sunday afternoon at his home in Memphis, Tennessee. He was 65. A sheriff's deputy responded to Hayes' home after his wife found him unconscious on his bedroom floor near a treadmill that was running.
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Susan Silver
Susan Silver talks to Growing Bolder about her love life, the shocking lack of women her age on TV and in the movies and the presidential candidate she calls "the most gorgeous man she has ever seen" (and no, it's not Obama).
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Dick SmothersDick Smothers is one-half of one of the most successful comedy teams of all time and after 49 years, he's still getting big crowds and big laughs with his brother Tommy.
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Art LinkletterAn American icon, Art Linkletter has been a positive influence on our culture for more than 60 years.
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Ending Aging: No Laughing MatterCould doctors someday actually stop the process of getting older? GB Thought Leader and frequent radio show guest Aubrey de Grey says the answer is absolutely, and he has one comedian admitting -- this is no joke!
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Doris RobertsFive-time Emmy Award-winning actress Doris Roberts, best known for her role on “Everybody Loves Raymond,” talks about what it means to be old in Hollywood.
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Al RokerAl Roker is an award-winning journalist and has been a staple of our morning routine for years. It may not be common knowledge that this weatherman is also an author, but he's best known for telling us the "weather in our neck of the woods."
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Michael SymonOne of the hottest chefs in the world is the newest Iron Chef, and he's telling us how cooking has evolved into a sport.
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Batman Lives!If you remember the hit TV series, here's a chance to catch up with Batman, Robin and Batgirl today! A Growing Bolder treat.
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Art Linkletter's Son and Inspiration Dies
Jack Linkletter, the inspiration for his father's hit show, "Kids Say the Darndest Things," has died. Growing Bolder recently talked to Art about what his son said that spawned a huge hit.
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Man Behind Bozo DiesLarry Harmon, the man who made Bozo the Clown a household name, has died of congestive heart failure at the age of 83.
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Bill BoggsHow much would it help if you understood the keys to success in life? A four-time Emmy Award winning TV host is asking if you've got what it takes.
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Spike Jones Jr.A Hollywood heavyweight is opening the vault to bring the hilarious works of his famous father back into the spotlight.
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Suzan ColonFor women everywhere, O Magazine is an empowering medium that is dedicated to changing their lives. For senior editor Suzan Colon, having the ability to touch lives is just as empowering to her.
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Sara DavidsonRenowned journalist Sara Davidson says her life began to unravel when she faced what she calls “The Narrows," a transition we all go through when we reach a certain age.
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Charles GrodinMultitalented actor and author Charles Grodin gathered stories from people like Robert Redford, Regis Philbin and Goldie Hawn to help others learn from their mistakes.
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Susan Silver
Susan Silver has written for some of TV’s biggest comedies, including “The Bob Newhart Show,” “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “Maude.” Silver (who admits even she lies about her age) talks about living in New York City, and trying to meet men.
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Susan Silver
Comedy writer Susan Silver took her message to a whole other level recently when she got drunk on national TV. She's a GB Radio regular who soon may be speaking to "Cougars" everywhere.
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Susan Silver
GB regular Susan Silver turns her sharp wit on a reality show that pits older women versus younger women and the media's focus on "hot" older women in TV shows.
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The NelsonsFormer teen idols Matthew and Gunnar Nelson come from one of the most famous show biz families in history.
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Remembering George CarlinGeorge Carlin, the irreverent king of counterculture comedians, died of heart failure Sunday. He was 71. Carlin loved to push boundaries and was best known for his "Seven Words You Can Never Say On TV" routine.