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Hal Burlingame’s professional journey within the telecommunications industry saw him navigating various roles, culminating in heading up AT&Ts Human Resouces Division. There was a time in hi...
Six years ago, as the annual Movember campaign sought novel ideas to champion men’s mental health and combat social isolation, the team behind Men’s Pie Club created a concept that would invite ...
In recent years, there’s been a meteoric rise in demand for low and no-alcohol beverages. This global trend towards moderation has been driven largely by young people concerned about wellness, as part...
Louise Thompson’s journey into entrepreneurship embodies the core of a thriving startup – a captivating personal tale fueled by unwavering grit, courage, and a deep drive to bring a meaningful i...
Welcome to our conversation with Chung-Cheng Kao, who offers a distinctive perspective on the essence of ‘home’ from where he lives in Taiwan. He talks about the importance of family and k...
Nestled within the historic Morden College, the John Morden Centre stands proud, a living testament to the combination of architectural brilliance and community-centric design. A recent winner of the ...
This Curious Life magazine sat down with Jan Garde, an innovator and visionary determined to redefine the ageing experience and to revolutionise community living through his groundbreaking concept: Th...
Have you ever considered how the place you call home might influence your health and well-being as you age? The dynamics of housing, especially the surge in renting among middle-aged adults, reveal an...
Generations of families living under one roof remains common in many parts of the globe. But living with strangers from different age cohorts? Not so much. In this article, Delia Lloyd takes a deep di...
This November, This Curious Life embarks on a journey to explore the concept of ‘home’ and to find out the connection to ageing well and longevity. Home, is a universal concept, yet it car...
Are you curious about the connection of longevity and happiness? We thought you might be. Eager to find out, This Curious Life went on an exploration to find out what links the two. With the help of o...
Today, we’re excited to share Jean Yeh’s life story from Taiwan. Her experiences and journey reflect how culture, personal history, and the importance of friends and setting future goals s...
Lucinda Abell Black and Clara Sbraccia from Kymira shed light on clothing fit and comfort for women as they age. They share with This Curious Life the importance of addressing the unique needs of olde...
In the extraordinary journey of his life, Tony encountered an unexpected twist when he faced the challenges of battling bowel cancer. His deeply personal story delves into the remarkable journey he to...
It is clear that the ever-increasing demand for mental health support often goes above and beyond our current resources. The endless waiting lists for therapy is a clear problem for all ages. Can tech...
Discovering what constitutes a truly fulfilling and meaningful life is a question that many of us ask. As we age, this quest frequently assumes a central role in our lives. We find ourselves asking ag...
Meet Ruth Rose. Ruth is not your average 90-year-old; she is the Chief Mermaid for a thriving community of 650 swimmers in Seaford, East Sussex. But that’s just one part of her fascinating story...
In a world where depression affects a staggering 300 million people, and someone tragically takes their own life every 40 seconds due to unhappiness, the need for accessible mental health care is more...
Reading Becca Levy’s book, ‘Breaking the Age Code,’ I came across a chapter that angered me – the one titled ‘Later-Life Mental Health Growth.’ In it, Dr. Levy highlights the hidden issue of age...
With each passing year, science is ever more capable of extending our life span. But some of us would prefer to focus on what can make us happiest now. Time and again, research suggests that the answe...
Happiness is a universal goal, and understanding how it evolves throughout our lives and what factors contribute to it can be both fascinating and beneficial. Do you ever wonder how happiness evolves ...
To gain insights into what consumers truly want and need from the world of fashion, This Curious Life turned to our Voice® community. We asked them about the innovations and improvements they would li...
In a revealing interview, This Curious Life had the real privilege of engaging in a deep and thought-provoking conversation with the world renowned photographer, Rankin. We talked about curiosity, age...
At 55, I’ve witnessed the world change in many remarkable ways, some good, some maybe less so. The good news is that in the last ten years I’ve been curious about longevity there have bee...
In December 2022, the world witnessed a truly remarkable and heartwarming event that got millions of us around the world talking: an AI-powered fashion show that celebrated older models. This groundbr...
Each outfit we choose to wear tells a story of who we are, were, and can be. Dr. Lyn Slater is cultural influencer, writer, and founder of Accidental Icon, a fashion blog that has captivated nearly a ...
In our ever-evolving world, where the concept of ageing takes on new dimensions, this September we are getting curious about the transformative power of innovative fashion. We are asking, how can the ...
In recent years, technology—and in particular the rise of “smart wearables”—has transformed what we mean by clothing and accessories. Guest columnist Delia Lloyd takes a deep dive into the trends and ...
September brings in another season of catwalks, so what better time than now to explore fashion, style, and all things clothes. This Curious Life magazine gets inquisitive about the crossroads of fas...
The Conversation Room’s theme this month is ‘Music’. What is the world currently talking about on social media when it comes to music? With the wonderful team at Socioviz we have been listening to con...
Life has a way of taking unexpected turns, and sometimes dreams are put on hold. Suzanne Noble’s story is a testament to the fact that no dream is too old to be rekindled. In her 60s, Suzanne ha...
While delving into our exploration of music and longevity, This Curious Life magazine stumbled upon a LinkedIn post by Colin Boston. Within the post, Colin shared a powerful film capturing his father&...
We sit down with Martin Talbot, chief executive of the Official Charts Company, to explore how older musicians, including iconic figures such as Elton John, Mick Jagger, Kate Bush and Debbie Harry, ar...
Imagine stepping into a care home where the sounds of a range of music were being played from Chuck Berry to Elton John to Adele, shattering the stereotype that care homes solely play songs from a byg...
According to a recent popular myth, the song that was Number 1 on your 14th birthday has the power to define your entire life. Really? Sounds like something that This Curious Life needs to explore!! ...
In a world rapidly embracing digital health, where technology continually reshapes our approach to well-being, one unexpected contender has emerged to take centre stage: music. The ‘harmonious’ (I cou...
For the launch of our music theme who best to talk about collaboration with than the arch reinventor and NICA and Voice favourite, David Bowie. Using ChatGPT to help navigate a fictional collaboration...
In this age of unprecedented technological advancements, the convergence of music and longevity has emerged as a captivating field of study. As we delve into the potential relationship between music a...
The Conversation Room’s theme this month is ‘City Living’. What is the world currently talking about on Twitter when it comes to city living? With the wonderful team at Socioviz we have been listening...
Welcome to our City of Longevity ‘City Living’ series. Today, we had the privilege of speaking with a remarkable teacher, Paul, who has dedicated over 50 years of his life to educating children in inn...
City living has the power to shape our lives in profound ways. In this story we meet Prati who moved to London from India and Sylvie who moved to London from France. Both arrived in their 20s and have...
As part of our City of Longevity focus, This Curious Life interviews James Shi, a retired engineer, and former COO of Taiwan High Speed Rail. James shares insights on the active lifestyle of older ind...
In a world where more people live in cities than ever before, isn’t it time for our urban centres to adapt and become proactive partners in our health and longevity? This is where the City of Longevit...
When it comes to thinking about where we are going to live out our later lives, the image of retiring to the peaceful countryside, basking in the tranquility of nature and leaving the hustle and bustl...
After a couple of decades in the suburbs of NYC raising their family, Chris and her husband Jon made their return to the Big Apple in 2016 and haven’t looked back. Chris works as the Director of Marke...
A series of timeless conversations with some of history’s most curious minds about life, curiosity, living long and well, with a little help from ChatGPT. Who better to start our curious conversations...
For all of us at NICA & Voice®, innovation and curiosity are inextricably linked. Using the superpower of curiosity, we are changing the narrative on how to be longevity ready, optimistic about wh...
Step into the world of ‘Living Curiously,’ a series of intimate conversations with people of all ages, as we delve into the boundless potential and remarkable impact of curiosity on our longevity and ...
Can a strong sense of curiosity really help us age well or live longer? Let’s ask Doris.
Step into the world of ‘Living Curiously’, a series of intimate conversations with people of all ages, as we delve into the boundless potential and remarkable impact of curiosity on our longevity and ...
The Conversation Room unveils global conversations sourced from platforms such as Twitter, celebrating diversity and illuminating shared interests and cultural differences. This month’s theme is...
We delve into the captivating interplay between logic and curiosity. Professor Ciro De Florio reveals how curiosity thrives when paired with logical reasoning, and how logic, in turn, finds its true p...
Welcome to our Curiosity Questionnaire, designed to help you discover what truly ignites your curiosity.
Curious how art can start a global conversation? Find out and step into an immersive installation where the voices, stories (and hands) of people of all ages take centre stage to shape the narrative o...