Can Alzheimer’s disease be funny? I was skeptical, especially given the devastating experience my family had watching my dad suffer from it. So, I asked two experts in using humor to raise awareness—Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen—to help me see the light. We had a great conversation about their organization Hilarity for Charity, hope for the future of Alzheimer’s research, the importance of a good night’s sleep, and why Seth started a cannabis lifestyle company. Show notes: Hilarity for Charity: Hilarity For Charity (wearehfc.org) Alzheimer’s Association: Alzheimer's Association | Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Help Why I’m hopeful about the future of Alzheimer’s research: hope for the future of Alzheimer’s research HFC’s 5 Brain Healthy Habits: 5 Brain Health Habits | Hilarity For Charity Houseplant: https://www.houseplant.com/ Oogum Boogum Song by Brenton Wood: Oogum Boogum Song Seth’s testimony about Alzheimer’s to Congress: Seth Rogen Opening Statement (C-SPAN) - YouTube

In this engaging discussion, Lauren Miller Rogen, a writer and actress driven by her family's Alzheimer's struggles, shares a heartfelt journey into the disease's emotional impacts. Joined by Dr. Richard Isaacson, a leading expert on Alzheimer's prevention, they explore the intertwining roles of genetics and lifestyle in mitigating risks. Lauren reveals her personalized prevention strategies, emphasizing hope amid genetic predispositions. The duo highlights the importance of exercise, nutrition, and awareness, reminding listeners that understanding one's risk can empower proactive health choices.