Sensationally Silver: A State of Mind

Episode 66: Allison McCune Davis on World Work REIGNITE YOUR LIFE

Allison McCune Davis discusses her three-pillar framework—bodywork, brainwork, and worldwork—from her book 60 Is a Good Start, and explains how 60-day habit challenges help people create lasting change. The episode explores practical tools like daily dream questions, core-value alignment, volunteering, and community support to help older adults find renewed purpose, build healthy routines, and step into meaningful service and relationships.

Episode 65: Jennifer Parks on Beautiful GREEN Burials

This episode explores modern alternatives to traditional burial and cremation, including green burials, burial at sea, alkaline hydrolysis (water cremation), and natural organic reduction (human composting).a Funeral Arrangement Counselor, Jennifer Parks, explains how each option works, their environmental benefits, costs, and availability. Listeners hear personal stories and practical guidance on legal limits, cemetery options, and how communities are reclaiming ritual and connection at the end of life. The episode emphasizes choice, sustainability, and honoring loved ones with meaningful, natural farewells.   For more info visit: https://www.mcdermottcrockett.com

Episode 64: Julia Loggins on Children Grandchildren & Gender Issues

Robin and Julia share personal stories and practical guidance for parents and grandparents navigating gender identity within their families. They discuss name changes, pronouns, common emotional reactions, and how to create a safe, affirming space for trans and non‑binary children and grandchildren. This conversation offers compassionate tips, reminders that acceptance saves lives, and points listeners to organizations and resources for further support. FUN FACT: Robin's grandchild, Wesley, composed and performs our jingle for Sensationally Silver. To find more info and support, visit: https://www.realmamabears.org/ [https://www.realmamabears.org/] and https://glaad.org/

Episode 63: Reverend Holly - New Roles for Today's Churches

Episcopal priest Holly Cardone and host Robin discuss the long-term decline in church attendance, root causes (social change, the rise of the "nones," exclusivity, and scandals), and how congregations are adapting. They share concrete ideas—selling underused property, funding ministries with preschools or social enterprises, hosting inclusive events like drum circles and community dinners—and highlight the importance of intergenerational service and community connections. The episode offers practical inspiration for churches and individuals to rethink worship spaces and focus on meaningful, mission-driven outreach.

Episode 62: Exploring End-of-Life Options

In this episode, volunteers Steph Campbell and Susan Johnston from Compassion & Choices explain medical aid in dying, California’s End of Life Option Act, eligibility criteria and safeguards, and the other end-of-life choices available. They share personal stories about hospice, family impact, and how legal protections and planning can ease both patient suffering and loved ones’ burdens. Listeners will learn practical resources, why the law matters, how to find supportive care, and how to document wishes (DNR, POLST, videos) to ensure choices are respected. RESOURCES and additional info: Compassion and Choice National Website:   https://compassionandchoices.org/ [https://compassionandchoices.org/]   Compassion and Choice California Website:    [../../../]https://compassionandchoices.org/in-your-state/california/ [https://compassionandchoices.org/in-your-state/california/]   End of Life Choices California: https://endoflifechoicesca.org/ [https://endoflifechoicesca.org/]     An additional resource, a book by Barbara Coombs Lee titled FINISH STRONG