Joseph CascianiGeropsychologist, Consultant, Public Speaking, Freelance · Podcast Host of the Living to 100 Club | Clinical Strategies for Senior Residential Settings & Lifestyle Directors | Geropsychologist | Keynote Speaker

Ageism Unraveled: The Power of Intergenerational Connections with Sky Bergman

11 Sept 2024 · 1 min

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In this segment of the interview, the speakers discuss the motivation behind creating the documentary "Primetime Band," positioning it as a natural continuation of the earlier film "Lives Well Lived." They highlight how the senior musicians featured in the band exemplify purpose, resilience, positivity, and community—key themes that counter ageist stereotypes. A specific anecdote illustrates adaptive problem‑solving: a flutist, unable to hold her instrument horizontally, invents a headstock to play it vertically. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of stepping out of comfort zones to discover new possibilities, reinforcing the broader message that older adults can continue to grow, innovate, and contribute meaningfully.

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I think it's important that we kind of push ourselves, right? We open new doors and see what else is out there. Step out of that comfort zone.
Absolutely. And I think that one of the reasons that I was so inspired to do the Primetime Band film, besides the fact that I am a band geek, is that I feel like it's a nice follow-up to Lives Well Lived because all the people in the band really embody, you know, sense of purpose, resilience, and positivity and community. So, you know, sense of purpose, they come together to make music. Um, they have Resilience. You see some people, there's one woman who plays a flute. She can't hold it up horizontally anymore. She figured out a way to get a headstock so that she could hold it vertically and still play.