Now that we're a few episodes into our newly launched ThriveTalk video podcast, it's a good time to introduce you to the person behind Thrive After 55 magazine: Brad Mitchell of Mitchell Media. In his chat with Thrive editor Marie Elium, Brad talks about the genesis of the magazine and what's next as it begins its second decade. ...

Most of us don't pay attention to Social Security until it's time to collect it. Even then, we've got questions... a lot of them. ThriveTalk video podcast host Marie Elium sits down with Brandon Smith, a public affairs specialist at the Social Security Administration (SSA) office in Cleveland, to sort through the misconceptions, mistakes and expectations about this vital and sometimes-maligned safety net.  ...

Get ready to turn up the fun, reconnect with your community, and Thrive in style — because the Thrive After 55 Bash returns in 2026 with not one, but two unforgettable themed events in April and October, designed to bring laughter, learning and lively memories to adults 55+ across Northeast Ohio. ...

Communication can be tricky with family and friends. But if you're trying to talk to a doctor in a hospital or at an office visit, it's not only tricky, but also intimidating. The stakes are highest at a time when we, or a loved one, are at our lowest. Thrive's Caregiver Corner columnist and blogger Jennifer Beach offers ways to bridge the communication gap with your healthcare team. ...

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AI, artificial intelligence, has been getting a lot of buzz lately, but whether you know it or not, you've probably been using it for a long time. Thrive magazine's tech columnist Tak Sato unravels AI for us: the good, the bad and the tricky parts. ...

A visit from grandkids is fun, noisy, messy and (c'mon, admit it) a little bit stressful. Throw the holidays into the mix and things can go sideways fast. Thrive magazine's grandparent columnist Karen Shadrach always has great suggestions for ways to spend time with grandkids of all ages. Her conversation on this podcast episode with Thrive editor Marie Elium focuses on holiday events for kids of all ages. ...

When this year’s “Superman” movie hit theaters, Northeast Ohio residents saw more than just the Man of Steel; they saw Cleveland streets and buildings because part of the film was shot here. It makes sense that Superman returned to Cleveland. After all, it’s the birthplace of the action hero. Thrive’s pop culture columnist, Mike Olszewski, tells us how Glenville’s Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster created Superman in 1933, how they, and Cleveland, lost the comic book hero, and how the city is reclaiming its arguably most famous creation.

Mike Olszewski is a veteran Cleveland radio host and personality. He and his wife, Janice, are the authors of books about Cleveland TV, rock and roll, radio and other topics. Mike is Thrive’s Pop Culture Chronicles columnist. You can reach him at [email protected].

 

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