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This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR

Dr. Melissa Batchelor

Booking Overview

This age-focused interview podcast features experts and leaders in aging, health, and policy. For PR, it offers access to a credible, engaged audience and guests; pitching should emphasize real-world impact, cross-sector relevance, and actionable insights.

Metrics

Episodes: 200

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

melissabphd@gmail.com

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Host

Dr. Melissa Batchelor - Nurse practitioner, educator, and aging expert focused on aging-friendly initiatives; hosts candid conversations with researchers, policymakers, and advocates.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Academic or professional credentials in aging, gerontology, public health; authors or leaders in aging nonprofits or policy
Required Achievements:  
published books or notable research on aging, leadership roles in aging organizations, policy influence and advocacy, speaking engagements and media appearances

Recent Guest Discussions

Hannah Albers - Reframing Aging Language, Reducing Ageism, Messaging

Shannon Guzman - AARP Livability Index, Aging In Place, Accessibility

Bradley Schurman - Ageism In Business, Demographics, Inclusive Workplaces

Tim Driver - Working Longer, Age-friendly Work, Workforce Solutions

Ashton Applewhite - Dismantling Ageism And Ableism

Recent Topics

Aging, Ageism, Age-friendly, Livability, Dementia Care

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR
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EP: 231 - Kara Swisher Doesn't Want to Live Forever (She Wants to Live Well)

October 11, 2026

What does it really take to live longer and better? And why isn't the answer a billionaire's biohacking routine? On this episode of This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World, Dr. Melissa Batchelor and co-host Gail Kohn talk with journalist and podcaster Kara Swisher about her CNN docuseries, Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever. Kara talked with Nobel Prize-winning scientists, longevity researchers and ordinary people who are aging well, including Gail. Her biggest takeaway was ...

EP: 230 - The Words That Can Change How America Thinks About Aging

September 30, 2025

Language and imagery shape how aging is perceived, influencing public opinion, policies, and community support. In this episode of This Is Getting Old: Moving Toward an Age-Friendly World, Dr. Melissa Batchelor and Hannah Albers from the National Center to Reframe Aging discuss research-backed strategies to communicate about aging in ways that reduce ageism and highlight older adults' contributions. The discussion covers the gap between expert and public perceptions of aging, communication tr...

EP: 229 - How Livable Is Your Neighborhood? Find Out with AARP's Index

September 23, 2025

By 2030, adults over 65 will outnumber children in the U.S., yet only one percent of homes meet basic accessibility standards. What does that mean for the future of aging in our communities? In this episode, AARP's Shannon Guzman explains why most neighborhoods weren't built with aging in mind and how we can change that. We explore the AARP Livability Index, a tool that measures how communities support aging well through housing, transportation, health, and more. From policy shifts to everyda...

Frequently asked questions

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This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR
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How do I get in touch with This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR?

This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR is hosted by Dr. Melissa Batchelor. Its publicly listed email is melissabphd@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR?

The publicly listed email for This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR: melissabphd@gmail.com.

How many listeners does This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR have?

Podseeker estimates This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR?

This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Academic or professional credentials in aging, gerontology, public health; authors or leaders in aging nonprofits or policy. Common among recent guests: published books or notable research on aging; leadership roles in aging organizations; policy influence and advocacy. Recent guests include Hannah Albers, Shannon Guzman, and Bradley Schurman.

How hard is it to get booked on This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR cover?

Recent episodes cover Aging, Ageism, Age-friendly, Livability, and Dementia Care. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

melissabphd@gmail.com

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