Archive - Oldster Magazine

What to Read, Watch, and Listen to...

...that's not THAT. A Friday Link Roundup for your sanity.

Mar 7 •

The Oldster Magazine Questionnaire Live with Jane Pratt

A recording from Sari Botton's live video

Mar 5 •

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This is 46: Two-Time Cancer Survivor Garrett Kamps Responds to The Oldster Magazine Questionnaire

"Between cancer and addiction I’ve had several opportunities to make a premature exit from this life. To look at my remaining days as anything other…

Mar 5 •

My Father, Myself

Cameron Walker reflects on what she learned being raised by a much older—yet still tireless—dad.

Mar 3 •

February 2025

"Free to Be...You and Me" Did Not Prepare Me for this Moment

A disillusioned Gen X-er's lament. PLUS: What music, literature, or art informed your values, and view of the world? A Friday Open Thread...

Feb 28 •

This is 74: Kathy Kirkpatrick—Co-Founder of Legendary 'Life Café'—Responds to The Oldster Magazine Questionnaire

"I grew up female when we were expected to do what we were told. I bucked that, but it wasn’t easy. "

Feb 26 •

In Memoriam: Paul Zolbrod

The Oldster contributor passed away last week at 92.

Feb 24 •

Links Upon Links

Some Oldster-adjacent content to get you through the weekend. PLUS: "The Oldster Top 10," Cliff Chenfeld's monthly playlist of new songs for old ears…

Feb 21 •

This is 56: Ricki Lake Responds to The Oldster Magazine Questionnaire

"I've been through a lot of shit, but I've always come out evolved on the other side. I keep rising over and over again, and I'm going to again."

Feb 19 •

Ask a Sober Oldster #20: Sharon Silke

"There was this voice that used to accompany me everywhere. I’d glance at myself in the mirror and the voice would start to tell me what a loser and…

Feb 18 •

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My Most Dangerous Year

How I discovered our entire healthcare system is a mess.

Feb 17 •

What Is the Secret to Lasting Love?

In your experience. A Friday Open Thread for Valentine's Day.

Feb 14 •

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