Age Out Loud

In Part Two of our special Age Out Loud series, Warm Beach resident, veteran journalist, and eyewitness to history John Schenk shares the deeply personal journey that brought him back to God.

Searching for meaning, John hitchhiked across Europe and Africa, following a path filled with questions, unexpected encounters, and discovery. His journey eventually brought him to Mount Athos, where one unforgettable moment became a turning point in his faith.

That experience would help shape the life and career that followed...eventually leading John to work with World Vision in some of the world’s most difficult and war-torn places.

Join host and Warm Beach Executive Director Gary Dewhirst for a remarkable story about searching for purpose, rediscovering faith, and the unexpected ways God can guide us home.

Be sure to watch the video version of the podcast for special photos, footage, and visuals that bring John’s journey to life.

Age Out Loud is a podcast from Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living, sharing stories that inspire us to live boldly, stay curious, grow in faith, and make the most of the life in front of us.

How does a young journalist go from earning the trust of one of Canada's most notorious biker gangs to witnessing some of history's most defining humanitarian crises?

In this special Age Out Loud episode, host Gary Dewhirst sits down with Warm Beach resident and veteran journalist John Schenk to explore the remarkable beginning of his career.

John shares how one extraordinary assignment shaped his life, recounting stories of the dangerous situations he found himself in while pursuing the truth. Those experiences would later prepare him for work with World Vision in Bosnia, Kosovo, and Rwanda.

You can also watch the episode to see the original newspaper articles and the people John describes firsthand, bringing these remarkable stories vividly to life.  Watch the episode at Age Out Loud Podcast

It’s a powerful story of courage, faith, purpose, and God’s guiding hand through every chapter.

It's a story of courage, purpose, faith, and God's guiding hand through every chapter.

Age Out Loud is a podcast from Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living, celebrating the people who prove that a life filled with purpose, adventure, and faith has no limits.

 

What happens when preschoolers and older adults begin learning from one another? Something beautiful.

In this episode of the Age Out Loud Podcast, Independent Living Director Sheila Bartlett sits down with Imagine That! Community School cofounders Kim Eggenberger and Beka Johnston who just opened a new location on the Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living campus.

You’ll hear how play sparks real learning, why children thrive through exploration and imagination, and how meaningful moments with older adults can help young students build confidence, kindness, curiosity, and connection.

You’ll also learn how these interactions bring joy, purpose, encouragement, and a renewed sense of belonging to older adults.

Most of all, this episode will leave you inspired by what happens when generations come together to learn, grow, and bless one another.

You can also watch the podcast at warmbeach.org/podcast.

In this episode of Age Out Loud, host Sheila Bartlett, Director of Independent Living, is joined by Lisa Burd, Director of Clinical Operations at Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living, for a meaningful conversation about navigating the natural changes that come with aging.

Together, they explore the emotional side of growing older, including how to cope with change, process feelings of loss or uncertainty, and continue living with purpose, joy, and confidence.

This encouraging episode offers wisdom for residents, families, and anyone who wants to better understand how to support themselves or a loved one through life’s transitions with courage, compassion, and hope — while continuing to Age Out Loud with faith, connection, and purpose!

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In this episode of Age Out Loud, Sheila Bartlett, Director of Independent Living, and resident Kevin Becker, head of the Safety Committee, take a closer look at what it really means to feel safe, informed, and prepared in community living.

From emergency readiness to everyday peace of mind, they share practical guidance, thoughtful insights, and helpful ways to plan ahead for a variety of situations. It’s an informative conversation about staying aware, supporting one another, and creating a stronger, safer community together!

Listen wherever you get your podcasts, and watch more episodes at warmbeach.org/podcast.

In this meaningful episode of Age Out Loud, host Sheila Bartlett sits down with Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living Chaplain Greg Zook for an honest and compassionate conversation about grief.

Together, they explore what it really means to hold space for loss. How to walk alongside someone who is hurting, what helps (and what doesn’t), and how to gently move forward without minimizing the weight of what’s been lost.

Listeners will gain practical insight on how to support others and encouragement for navigating their own grief journey.

This episode offers wisdom, comfort, and hope for anyone experiencing loss or caring for someone who is.

Age Out Loud is a production of Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living.

What does strength really look like as we age?

In this energizing episode of Age Out Loud, host Sheila Bartlett is joined by Cass Owens...Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Retirement Living resident, SilverSneakers® certified instructor, and the heart behind the Strong Seniors fitness class.

Together, they explore everything exercise-related for older adults, including:

• Why strength, balance, and mobility matter at every stage of life
• How to move safely, confidently, and consistently
• The powerful mental and emotional benefits of regular exercise
• How staying active supports independence, energy, and joy

This is a practical, inspiring, and empowering conversation that proves movement is one of the greatest tools we have for living fully...at any age.

✨ This is a must-listen episode and one you’ll want to watch to see older adults in action staying active and healthy. 

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In this festive Age Out Loud episode, host Gary Dewhirst, Executive Director of Warm Beach Faith-Inspired Living sits down with Ed McDowell, Executive Director of Warm Beach Camp & Conference Center, to share the inspiring story behind one of America’s most beloved holiday traditions: The Lights of Christmas.

What started as a simple idea has grown into one of the top Christmas light displays in the United States, captivating hundreds of thousands of visitors with its breathtaking lights, heartwarming atmosphere, and sense of wonder.

Gary and Ed talk about how the event first came to life, the faith, creativity and dedication that made it flourish, and the community spirit that continues to fuel its magic today!

Whether you’ve visited before or are discovering it for the first time, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vision, the heart, and the holiday joy that make The Lights of Christmas so special.

✨ Celebrate the season with an uplifting story of imagination, faith, teamwork, and the power of light to bring people together.

Also available to watch!  Click here to enjoy SEEING this wonderful episode.

Aging boldly. Living fully. That’s Age Out Loud.