The Gray Area with Sean Illing The gift of getting old
May 20, 2021
Max Linsky, co-founder of Pineapple Street Studios and host of the 70 Over 70 podcast, shares his insights on aging through intimate dialogues with those over 70. He reflects on the deep emotional bonds formed with his aging father and discusses the societal misconceptions about elder wisdom. Topics include the importance of candidly addressing mortality, the transformative power of meaningful conversations, and the necessity of reevaluating priorities to cherish essential relationships amid life's inevitable changes.
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Project Catalyst
- Max Linsky's father turned 80 and experienced a health scare, prompting Max to reflect on aging and mortality.
- This personal experience became a catalyst for the 70 Over 70 podcast.
Aging and Dying
- Max's father expresses feeling old and facing physical challenges, viewing it as part of the dying process.
- This reflects a shift in perspective as he acknowledges aging and its implications.
Father's Health Scare
- Max recounts his father's emergency quadruple bypass surgery and a subsequent surgery years later.
- These experiences highlight the emotional impact of health crises and mortality.
