Booming Bites Weekly: October 27, 2025

In this week's Booming Bites we explore how technology impacts family ties, highlight Susan Dole's encore life, question cultural narratives around aging, find ways to age with more happiness and follow a bold retirement relocation overseas. It’s a mix of heart, hustle, happiness and change.

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The Grandparent Technology Paradox: Being There While Not Actually Being There

In an era of social media, virtual presence in our families lives is something that generations before have never experienced. And for grandparents, this is a time when they have front row seats to their grandchildren's lives. But there's a paradox in this - being there but not actually being there which can take some adjusting to.
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Living Your Best Encore: Susan Noles’ Story

Meet Susan Noles, who turned her retirement into a platform for impact, growth, and reinvention. Her journey offers insight into how purpose awaits after work—not just leisure.
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The Golden Bachelor: Fun Escape or Flawed Format?

When discussing the Golden Bachelor, Booming Encore's Wendy Reichetal and Susan Williams discovered they had very different opinions of the program and share their perspectives. Which way do you lean?
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Ways to Get Happier As You Age

In an article written for Time, Kerry Burnight introduces the concept of the “joyspan”—not just the years you live, but the fullness and delight you squeeze into them. She explores how cultivating gratitude, purpose, and small joys becomes as crucial as longevity for aging well.

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Retiring in Penang, Malaysia: A Bold Move

One retiree shares how relocating to Penang under Malaysia’s MM2H visa changed everything - from cost of living to cultural immersion to daily rhythm. Adventure in retirement isn’t just possible - it’s real.
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Longevity Tip of the Day

Make your technology time meaningful. Whether it’s a deliberate video call, a collaborative game, or photo-sharing with loved ones try to use tech tools with intention to deepen relationships rather than just fill moments. Strong social bonds are a cornerstone of long, healthy lives.

Here's to living your best booming encore!

Published on Oct 27th