A Collection of Stories Celebrating Triumphs of People Late in Life
Jun 18, 2024
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Humorist and author Mo Rocca discusses his new book Roctogenarians, highlighting stories of people achieving success late in life. Topics include drawing inspiration from obituaries, triumphs in various fields, rediscovering passions, and reflections on late-in-life experiences and lessons learned.
Mo Rocca's early TV role served as a storytelling boot camp, shaping his narrative skills.
The book 'Rocked Generians' showcases individuals achieving remarkable success later in life, inspiring reflection on aging and new endeavors.
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Mo Raca's Career Journey from TV to Authorship
Mo Raca, a correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and former correspondent on The Daily Show, discusses his varied career experiences during the podcast. Beginning with his first TV job on a show for kids, Raca highlights how that role served as a storytelling boot camp, shaping his narrative skills. He delves into his passion for obituaries and storytelling, demonstrating a deep appreciation for life stories.
Exploring Late-Life Success Stories in 'Rocked Generians'
The podcast delves into 'Rocked Generians', a book by Mo Raca and Jonathan Greenberg, focusing on individuals who achieved remarkable success later in life. The discussion covers figures like Frank McCourt and Ruth Slencinska, highlighting their journeys of rediscovery and creativity. Raca sheds light on how these stories inspire reflection on aging and the pursuit of new endeavors, encouraging living in the present and embracing change.
Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Humorist and author Mo Rocca discusses his new book Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks and Triumphs. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.