The post-war baby boom generation, often referred to as ‘Baby Boomers’, have had a profound impact on the world. Their needs, choices, and lifestyles have shaped economies and societies globally. As this generation ages, their role in society continues to evolve, notably shifting from active workforce participants to retirees with valuable experience and time to contribute in new ways.
Baby Boomers have been a powerful economic force contributing throughout their lives. They are known for their strong work ethic, which translated into substantial career achievements and, consequently, significant spending power. Even as they retire, Boomers continue to impact the Economy through consumer spending, investments, and by supporting a vast range of industries, from healthcare to Real Estate.
Many Baby Boomers are using Retirement as a phase of life where they can give back to society more directly through social contributions. Volunteering rates are high among boomers, with many choosing to engage in community service, mentoring roles, and non-profit organizations. Their wealth of knowledge and experience makes them invaluable in these settings. Baby Boomers have also shaped our cultural landscapes through contributions of music, art and literature. The Legacy of the Baby Boomer Generation will be one of active participation and continuous contribution, setting a vibrant example for generations to follow.
Nothing hits quite like the warmth in your chest when you make someone smile. It’s that moment when a small gesture, kind word, or unexpected act of kindness flips someone’s day around, and somehow, it flips yours too. You walk away lighter, happier, more connected to the world around you. But h…
Nothing hits quite like the warmth in your chest when you make someone smile. It’s that moment when a small gesture, kind word, or unexpected act of kindness flips someone’s day around, and someho…
Nothing hits quite like the warmth in your chest when you make someone smile. It’s that moment when a small gesture, kind word, or unexpected act of kindness flips someone’s day around, and somehow, it flips yours too. You walk away lighter, happier, more connected to the world around you. But have you ever asked yourself why that feels so good? Why do you feel more fulfilled making someone else happy than chasing your own happiness directly?
The answer is layered—woven from threads of psychology, biology, and even spirituality. We’re not just people looking for joy; we’re built t…
You can advertise in Superpowers for Good. Click to learn more.Each week, Superpowers for Good shares a curated list of new investment offerings added to FINRA-registered crowdfunding portals and by broker-dealers. Using the SuperCrowd Classification Policy, we highlight offerings that qualify for S…
You can advertise in Superpowers for Good. Click to learn more.Each week, Superpowers for Good shares a curated list of new investment offerings added to FINRA-registered crowdfunding portals and by b…
You can advertise in Superpowers for Good. Click to learn more.Each week, Superpowers for Good shares a curated list of new investment offerings added to FINRA-registered crowdfunding portals and by broker-dealers. Using the SuperCrowd Classification Policy, we highlight offerings that qualify for Social Impact, Women in Leadership, and Underrepresented Founder Leadership based on publicly available information and objective criteria. We prioritize these categories and also include other newly launched offerings that may be of interest to our community.We organize the opportunities into four g…
Sean Hayden knows what it means to build things that reach the sky. He also knows what it means to build things that last beyond it.
As an aerospace engineer, Sean spent years at Boeing contributing to some of the most advanced technology projects in the world, including NASA's Space Launch System,…
Sean Hayden knows what it means to build things that reach the sky. He also knows what it means to build things that last beyond it.
As an aerospace engineer, Sean spent years at Boeing contributing …
Sean Hayden knows what it means to build things that reach the sky. He also knows what it means to build things that last beyond it.
As an aerospace engineer, Sean spent years at Boeing contributing to some of the most advanced technology projects in the world, including NASA's Space Launch System, satellites, solar arrays, lasers, and defense systems. His career was built around precision, innovation, and solving problems at the highest level.
But success brought a question he could not ignore.
What if the most important things we build are not rockets, companies, or careers, but the lives…
In this special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate National Creativity Day and reconnect with longtime Big Blend friend, travel writer, author, and storyteller Elaine Masters as part of the launch of our new online community, Big Blend Media House, and its Front Porch New…
In this special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate National Creativity Day and reconnect with longtime Big Blend friend, travel writer, author, and storyteller Elaine Maste…
In this special "Getting to Know You" episode of Big Blend Radio, we celebrate National Creativity Day and reconnect with longtime Big Blend friend, travel writer, author, and storyteller Elaine Masters as part of the launch of our new online community, Big Blend Media House, and its Front Porch News newsletter.A longtime Big Blend contributor and friend, Elaine is known for her thoughtful travel writing, cultural sensitivity, environmental awareness, and love of water adventures. Hear about her experiences diving with manta rays, exploring destinations around the world, contributing to a Nati…
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with up-and-coming Chicago-based jazz pianist, writer, and composer Julian Davis Reid.
We dive deep into his outstanding 2026 album Vocation and his evolving journey in the world of jazz. Known for his acclaimed work with The Ju Ju Exchange …
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with up-and-coming Chicago-based jazz pianist, writer, and composer Julian Davis Reid.
We dive deep into his outstanding 2026 album Vocation …
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with up-and-coming Chicago-based jazz pianist, writer, and composer Julian Davis Reid.
We dive deep into his outstanding 2026 album Vocation and his evolving journey in the world of jazz. Known for his acclaimed work with The Ju Ju Exchange and Isaiah Collier, Julian is steadily building a powerful artistic identity of his own through music that blends jazz, gospel, spirituality, storytelling, and emotional depth.
Vocation is an immersive and richly layered exploration of sound and narrative rooted in jazz while reaching deeply into go…
What happens to the body when we contribute
Contributing to someone else’s wellbeing changes the physiology of the person doing the contributing. This is not a philosophical claim — it is a measurable biological event. Research using daily diary data from the nationally representative MIDUS s…
What happens to the body when we contribute
Contributing to someone else’s wellbeing changes the physiology of the person doing the contributing. This is not a philosophical claim — it is a mea…
What happens to the body when we contribute
Contributing to someone else’s wellbeing changes the physiology of the person doing the contributing. This is not a philosophical claim — it is a measurable biological event. Research using daily diary data from the nationally representative MIDUS study found that on days when people engaged in volunteer work, the relationship between daily stressors and cortisol output was significantly attenuated compared to days when they did not volunteer. The stress response still occurred, but its hormonal expression was buffered. A parallel study confir…
Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist who practices running medicine. She has over 16+ years of experience working with high performers, CEOs, runners and endurance athletes of all levels, from recreational athletes to Olympians. She is the…
Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist who practices running medicine. She has over 16+ years of experience working with high performers, CEO…
Kate Mihevc Edwards, PT, DPT, OCS, physical therapist and board-certified orthopedic specialist who practices running medicine. She has over 16+ years of experience working with high performers, CEOs, runners and endurance athletes of all levels, from recreational athletes to Olympians. She is the founder of Precision Performance Running Medicine Clinic in Atlanta, GA, RUNsource app.And co-host of the Interdisciplinary Case MIlesPodcast. She is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team supporting Atlanta Track ClubElite. Dr. Edwards has served as adjunct faculty at Emory University Scho…
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Join the SuperCrowd!Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m willing to take risks. I’m not afraid of failure, and I don’t look at the outcome as important. Thi…
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Join the SuperCrowd!Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m wil…
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Join the SuperCrowd!Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m willing to take risks. I’m not afraid of failure, and I don’t look at the outcome as important. Things evolve, and I just go with the flow.Historic preservation doesn’t just anchor communities; it transforms them. In today’s episode, I spoke with Robert B Roberts Jr, developer of Craftsman Rose in St. Petersburg, Florida. His passion for restoring historic properties is matched only by his co…
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m willing to take risks. I’m not afraid of failure, and I don’t look at the outcome as important. Things evolve, and I ju…
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m willing to take risks. …
Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Robert: I’m willing to take risks. I’m not afraid of failure, and I don’t look at the outcome as important. Things evolve, and I just go with the flow.Historic preservation doesn’t just anchor communities; it transforms them. In today’s episode, I spoke with Robert B Roberts Jr, developer of Craftsman Rose in St. Petersburg, Florida. His passion for restoring historic properties is matched only by his commitment to ensuring…
When a health event, financial shift, or relationship change hits, most support systems treat each issue in isolation. The Meraki Project, founded by Stephanie Geprges, was built on research with 1,000 women to do the opposite — centering dignity, connection, and agency at life's hardest inflectio…
When a health event, financial shift, or relationship change hits, most support systems treat each issue in isolation. The Meraki Project, founded by Stephanie Geprges, was built on research with 1,00…
When a health event, financial shift, or relationship change hits, most support systems treat each issue in isolation. The Meraki Project, founded by Stephanie Geprges, was built on research with 1,000 women to do the opposite — centering dignity, connection, and agency at life's hardest inflection points.In this episode:• Why midlife transitions never stay in their lane — and why that matters for how we get help• What dignity actually means, and why it's more useful than empowerment as an organizing principle• The $38 trillion wealth transfer to women — and why so much wellness no…