Peaceful Life Radio
Welcome to Peaceful Life Radio—your trusted companion for navigating the second half of life with wisdom, intention, and grace. As the fast-paced seasons of career-building and family-raising transition into a new chapter, it’s time to focus on you—your purpose, your well-being, and your legacy. Join hosts Don Drew and David Lowry as they share inspiring stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you embrace this transformative phase with confidence and joy. From cultivating deeper relationships to fostering emotional resilience and discovering renewed purpose, Peaceful Life Radio empowers you to make these years your most fulfilling yet. Tune in, and let’s embark on this journey together—because the best chapters of life are still ahead.
Episodes
63 episodes
When Helping Hurts: Brian Fikkert's Approach to Poverty
When Helping Hurts: Brian Fikkert's Approach to PovertyIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Brian Fikkert, founder of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development and Professor of Economics at C...
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The Magic of Bridge with Brian Reynolds
The Magic of Bridge with Brian ReynoldsJoin hosts David Lowry and Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they chat with Bridge Expert Brian Reynolds. Discover how playing Bridge weekly can significantly reduce the incidence of Alzheimer’s a...
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Amy Downs - Hope is a Verb
Amy Downs - Hope is a VerbJoin us on Peaceful Life Radio as we delve into the extraordinary story of Amy Downs, a survivor of the Oklahoma City bombing. In this episode, Amy shares her transformation from a 355-pound couch potato to an ...
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Professor Karlos Hill on Healing History
Professor Karlos Hill on Healing HistoryIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, host David Lowry and Don Drew interview Dr. Karlos Hill, Regents Professor at the University of Oklahoma, about his work as a Black studies historian. Dr. H...
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Retirement Planning Insights with Harry Abrahamsen
Retirement Planning Insights with Harry Abrahamsen | Peaceful Life RadioJoin hosts David Lowry and Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they interview Harry Abrahamson, a leading financial strategist specializing in retirement planning. I...
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Navigating Aging and Masculine Identity - Insights from Adrienne Matei
Navigating Aging and Masculine Identity: Insights from Adrienne MateiIn this insightful episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosted by David Lowry and Don Drew, journalist Adrienne Matei delves into the challenges aging men face with changin...
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Love Over Religion - Dr Thomas Oord's Journey Through Faith and Belief
Love Over Religion: Dr. Thomas Oord's Journey Through Faith and BeliefJoin us on this episode of Peaceful Life Radio as we delve into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Thomas J. Oord, a theologian, scholar, and author. Dr. Oord disc...
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Conversations on End-of-Life Care with Hospice Nurse Penny
Conversations on End-of-Life Care with Hospice Nurse PennyIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, host David Lowry and co-host Don Drew welcome special guest Penny Hawkins Smith, widely known on social media as Hospice Nurse Penny. Penny...
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Confronting Ageism - Ashton Applewhite's Manifesto
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, co-hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Ashton Applewhite, author of 'This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism.' Ashton explores the social and personal implications of ageism, discussing its roots,...
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Maximizing Volunteer Impact: Insights from Jonathan Malm
Maximizing Volunteer Impact: Insights from Jonathan MalmIn this engaging episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome entrepreneur and author Jonathan Malm. Jonathan shares his insights on creating meaningful v...
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Exploring the RV Lifestyle with Patrick Buchanan
Exploring the RV Lifestyle with Patrick BuchananIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew sit down with Patrick Buchanan, the Director of Partnerships at RV Life, to discuss the ins and outs of RV living. Pa...
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Expert Tips on Navigating Social Security with Tom Margenau
Expert Tips on Navigating Social Security with Tom MargenauIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew interview Tom Margenau, a former Social Security Administration employee with 32 years of experience and a...
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Aging in Place - Expert Strategies for Safe and Comfortable Living with Jim McWhirter
Aging in Place: Expert Strategies for Safe and Comfortable Living with Jim McWhirterThinking about staying in your home as you age? This episode of Peaceful Life Radio features Certified Aging in Place Specialist Jim McWhirter! ...
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Addiction in Families: Wisdom from Shelley Goodell
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Shelley Goodell, a therapy candidate specializing in family addiction. Shelley shares her personal battle with addiction, her journey into the world of therapy, and ...
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Dr Christy Vincent - The Power of Better Questions
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don engage in a profound discussion with Dr. Christy Vincent, Professor Emeritus of Communications and Executive Coach about the transformative power of asking more and better questi...
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The Wisdom Years with Dr Barbara Boyd - Embracing Intentional Aging
The Wisdom Years: A Guide to Intentional AgingIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Dr. Barbara Boyd, ...
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The Future of AI with Michael Hanegan
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew engage in a profound discussion with futurist Michael Hanegan about artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative impact on society. The conversation explores the rapi...
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Eudaimonia - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Flourishing
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew delve into the timeless teachings of Aristotle, focusing on his concept of eudaimonia, or human flourishing. They explore Aristotle's life, his influence on Western philosop...
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Part 2 Super Psyched: The Science of Meaningful Connections with Dr. Adam Dorsay
Join David Lowry and Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they continue their insightful interview with Dr. Adam Dorsay, author of "Super Psyched." In this episode, they delve into the concepts of the onion theory of self-revelation, the importan...
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Part 1 Super Psyched: The Science of Meaningful Connections with Dr. Adam Dorsay
Exploring the Power of Connection with Dr. Adam DorsayIn this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew interview Dr. Adam Dorsay, a licensed psychologist and executive coach from Silicon Valley. Dr. Dorsey discusses...
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Mastering Conflict - The Art of Desensitization
Welcome to another episode of Peaceful Life Radio with David Lowry and Don Drew. Today, they dive into the topic of desensitization and its vital role in managing conflict. They discuss how emotional withdrawal and response management can help ...
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Embracing Small Habits for Inner Peace
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Dr. Don Drew discuss the importance of a peaceful lifestyle and delve into practical habits to help achieve this goal. They introduce the 'NUNYA principle' to avoid unnecessary drama...
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Emotional Regulations - Essential Skills for a Better Life
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the importance of emotional regulation in maintaining a peaceful life. They explore how emotions can disrupt lives and offer practical strategies to manage and contr...
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Managing Conflicts with Wisdom and Grace
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew discuss effective strategies for managing arguments and disagreements. They emphasize the inevitability of drama in life and the importance of finding calm in the midst of i...
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Healing and Hope - Insights from Dan Lovejoy
In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome Dan Lovejoy, a leader of the 12-step recovery group Celebrate Recovery. Dan shares his personal journey from dealing with unresolved childhood trauma to finding heal...
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