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The Future of Senior Living Technology: Why Tech Tuesday Is Becoming Trending Tuesdays

One thing became clear. Technology is no longer a nice to have in senior living. It is essential. In this special farewell episode of Tech Tuesday , Steve Moran looks back at some of the most memorable conversations with innovators, operators and entrepreneurs who are transforming senior living through technology. From AI and robotics to dining innovation, resident engagement and founder stories,…

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S8E11- How AI Is Solving Senior Living's Biggest Hiring Challenge | Raphael Rubens, Founder of Candid

Based on the interview with Raphael Rubens discussing Candid's evolution from AI storytelling to workforce and satisfaction solutions for senior living operators. The senior living workforce crisis isn't just about finding more applicants—it's about reaching the right people faster and keeping them engaged. In this episode of Foresight Radio: Tech Tuesday , Steve Moran sits down with Raphael…

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Senior living marketing is changing fast. The question is: Are we changing with it?

Senior living marketing is changing fast. The question is: Are we changing with it? In this episode, Nicole O'Brien joins the conversation to share what she learned from her years working inside senior living marketing—and how stepping into the tech startup world gave her an entirely new perspective on the industry. Nicole talks candidly about what makes marketing stand out, why so much senior…

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The Small Things Are Everything: Amy Birkel on Senior Living Culture, Leadership & Workforce Retention

What if senior living's biggest challenge isn't staffing—but culture? In this inspiring episode of Foresight Radio , Steve Moran sits down with Amy Birkel , Chief Operating Officer of Heritage Communities, for a conversation about leadership, workforce retention, and the future of senior living. From washing dishes in a rural Nebraska nursing home to leading a 24-community organization across six…

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Why Where You Live Shapes How You Age with Ryan Frederick

What if the most important decision you'll make as you age isn't about healthcare, finances, or retirement — but where you choose to live? In this episode of Foresight Radio, Steve Moran sits down with longevity strategist, author, and place planning expert Ryan Frederick to explore why "place" may be the most overlooked factor in healthy aging. Ryan shares his unique journey from Silicon Valley…

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The Leadership Crisis in Senior Living: Burnout, Hiring, Culture & Retention with Chris Heinz

What's really driving executive director burnout in senior living? And why are so many operators struggling to hire — and keep — great leaders? In this episode of Foresight Radio, Steve Moran speaks with Chris Heinz, president and managing partner at Westport One, for a candid conversation about leadership, recruiting, burnout, culture, and the future of senior living operations. Chris shares why…

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The Future of Senior Living Finance

What does it actually take to finance — and sustain — a successful senior living community in today's environment? In this episode of Foresight Radio , we sit down with Kristy Ollendorff, Chief Credit Officer at Clearinghouse CDFI, to unpack the realities behind senior living finance — from underwriting decisions to the growing challenges around Medicaid reimbursement, staffing, and shifting…

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Reinventing Life Enrichment in Senior Living

What does life enrichment in senior living actually look like today—and where is it headed next? In this episode of Foresight Radio , we sit down with Dr. Ashlea Smalley , a senior living leader and gerontology expert with over 20 years of experience in the field. Together, we explore how senior living communities are evolving beyond outdated stereotypes of bingo and busywork toward purpose-driven…

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Is Senior Living Ready for the Longevity Revolution?

What does it really mean to live better longer ? In this episode of Foresight Radio , host Steve Moran sits down with Colin Milner , CEO of the International Council on Active Aging, to explore one of the biggest questions facing the senior living industry: Is senior living ready to become the real-world delivery system for longevity? Colin has spent decades challenging traditional ideas about…

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Steve Moran on Building Foresight, Senior Living Leadership, Content Creation, and Legacy

In this episode of Foresight Radio , Steve Moran sits down for a candid conversation about the journey behind Senior Living Foresight , how he went from a shy writer to one of the most recognized voices in senior living , and why storytelling, persistence, and community still matter more than ever. Steve shares how content creation first took off, what gave him the confidence to keep going, and…

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