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David Stewart

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David is the founder and face of AGEIST. He is an expert on, and a passionate champion of the emerging global over-50 lifestyle. A dynamic speaker, he is available for panels, keynotes and informational talks at david@agei.st.

Michael Ridolfo, 65: Illuminating Nature

One of the proven ways of reducing stress is spending time in nature. Another way is sharing our long-accumulated knowledge with others. Michael Ridolfo has been working for years in a career that does both. Located in the majesty of the Hudson Valley of New York State, his job...

Picabo Street, 53: American Hero

At age 12, Picabo Street saw the Olympics for the first time on television and declared she wanted to be part of that, and to win it. This would be similar to any other 12-year-old saying they wanted to be an astronaut and go to the moon. The difference...

Paul D. Miller, aka DJ Spooky, 53: Endless Curiosity

Paul Miller is a mind expander. We often write that our greatest handicap is our lack of imagination of what is possible; Paul is the sort of person who will, after just a few minutes' conversation, have you perceiving and imagining in a way that you had never before...

2024 Summer Travel Intel: Possibly Increased Crowds and More Spendy Stays

Planning your summer vacation for 2024? It's time to make some memories but, with so many of us traveling, it could be a pricey season. We travelers are gearing up for some fantastic destinations and events this summer, but be prepared to navigate through higher costs and crowded hotspots....

Wayne Lehrer, 73: Clarity in the Third Act

Wayne Lehrer, at 73, has fully moved into a new phase of life. The most rewarding so far. What he calls his third act. It has been a wild ride. His creative energy early on shined brightly: his unique view of the world first showed up in his paintings,...

Cecilia Hedström, 56: Stronger Than She Thought

We are stronger, braver, and more capable than we may believe. As an asthmatic child, she was discouraged from taking part in physical activities, and stayed rather inactive until she was 29. At 44, she was diagnosed with tubal cancer, which many do not survive. Having given birth to...

Ageless Skiing: Destination Banff

Nestled among the towering peaks of Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade lies a little town called Banff. This gorgeous resort town hosts a unique mix of culture and recreation deep in the Canadian wilderness of Alberta, making it the perfect destination for outdoor lovers.  One thing I love about Banff...

Suzy Fredericks, 55: The Hero of My Own Story

We can be defined by a label or not. That label could be age related, shape related or, in the case of Suzy Fredericks, a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis. We can also choose not to let a label define us, and live life as more than a label. This...

SuperAging: 5 Ways to Live Better, Longer

70-90% of our health is determined by our behaviors, not our genetics. That fact should give us a sense of agency and optimism that we are in control of most of our health outcomes. The advancements in science and technology give us all an opportunity to live better and...

Peter Landesman, 59: Just Getting Started

Truth-seeking to the burning edge, and almost being torched himself, Peter Landesman's life so far has been vivid with a capital V. Filmmaker, painter, conflict journalist, addiction survivor, an energetic explorer of all things human, he brings us a story so raw that, if we did not know otherwise,...