SENIORITY AUTHORITY
Program Rights Date Range
-
NOLA Code:
STYA 0100 H1
Number of Episodes/Length:
5 / 30
Genre:
Collections:
Rights End:
7/31/2029
Producer
New Hampshire PBS (NHPTV)
Year Produced:
2025
Version:
Base
Seniority Authority: Secret to a Happy Life is a bold and engaging new series hosted by Cathleen Toomey that tackles the real questions we all face as we grow older. Through candid conversations with leading experts, bestselling authors and inspiring everyday people, Toomey explores the emotional, practical and often surprising sides of aging.
Episode List
#101 Rightsizing
Short Description: Discover how Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host Matt Paxton says rightsizing frees time, space and spirit.
Long Description: Emmy-nominated Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host and author Matt Paxton joins Seniority Authority to explore rightsizing — the art of keeping what matters and letting go of the rest. From legacy lists to living with purpose, Paxton shares emotional insights, practical steps and real-life stories that inspire a clutter-free life filled with more time, joy and connection.
#102 Rethinking Aging
Short Description: Author Ashton Applewhite challenges ageism and shares ways to thrive at every age.
Long Description: Join Seniority Authority host Cathleen Toomey as she explores ageism with author and activist Ashton Applewhite, co-founder of Old School Hub. Discover how ageism impacts health and happiness, learn practical ways to challenge it, and meet inspiring people thriving at every stage of life.
#103 The Power of Purpose
Short Description: Bestselling author Chip Conley shows how purpose can transform life after retirement.
Long Description: Seniority Authority host Cathleen Toomey explores a profound question: What will you do with the decades after retirement? Bestselling author and Modern Elder Academy founder Chip Conley reveals how true happiness later in life comes from purpose — your ikigai, a Japanese word meaning your reason for being or reason to get out of bed in the morning. Chip shares principles to redefine midlife, embrace growth and ignite your next chapter.
#104 Think Strong, Age Strong
Short Description: Boost brain health as you age with expert tips, myth-busting and hope.
Long Description: How can you keep your brain strong as you age? Host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Dr. Maureen O’Connor, a leading Alzheimer’s disease and dementia expert, to separate myths from facts and share research-backed strategies for protecting memory and cognitive health. Through powerful real-life stories, this episode offers hope, clarity and practical steps toward lifelong brain vitality.
#105 Time to Talk
Short Description: Talking with loved ones about aging and care — tips to ease tension and plan ahead.
Long Description: How do you begin tough but necessary talks about aging and future care? Host Cathleen Toomey speaks with Rani Snyder, president of The John A. Hartford Foundation, about easing tension, building understanding and opening conversations with compassion — offering real stories and practical guidance for families.
Short Description: Discover how Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host Matt Paxton says rightsizing frees time, space and spirit.
Long Description: Emmy-nominated Hoarders and Filthy Fortunes host and author Matt Paxton joins Seniority Authority to explore rightsizing — the art of keeping what matters and letting go of the rest. From legacy lists to living with purpose, Paxton shares emotional insights, practical steps and real-life stories that inspire a clutter-free life filled with more time, joy and connection.
#102 Rethinking Aging
Short Description: Author Ashton Applewhite challenges ageism and shares ways to thrive at every age.
Long Description: Join Seniority Authority host Cathleen Toomey as she explores ageism with author and activist Ashton Applewhite, co-founder of Old School Hub. Discover how ageism impacts health and happiness, learn practical ways to challenge it, and meet inspiring people thriving at every stage of life.
#103 The Power of Purpose
Short Description: Bestselling author Chip Conley shows how purpose can transform life after retirement.
Long Description: Seniority Authority host Cathleen Toomey explores a profound question: What will you do with the decades after retirement? Bestselling author and Modern Elder Academy founder Chip Conley reveals how true happiness later in life comes from purpose — your ikigai, a Japanese word meaning your reason for being or reason to get out of bed in the morning. Chip shares principles to redefine midlife, embrace growth and ignite your next chapter.
#104 Think Strong, Age Strong
Short Description: Boost brain health as you age with expert tips, myth-busting and hope.
Long Description: How can you keep your brain strong as you age? Host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Dr. Maureen O’Connor, a leading Alzheimer’s disease and dementia expert, to separate myths from facts and share research-backed strategies for protecting memory and cognitive health. Through powerful real-life stories, this episode offers hope, clarity and practical steps toward lifelong brain vitality.
#105 Time to Talk
Short Description: Talking with loved ones about aging and care — tips to ease tension and plan ahead.
Long Description: How do you begin tough but necessary talks about aging and future care? Host Cathleen Toomey speaks with Rani Snyder, president of The John A. Hartford Foundation, about easing tension, building understanding and opening conversations with compassion — offering real stories and practical guidance for families.
Program Rights
Broadcast Rights:
Unlimited
Rights Dates:
8/1/2026 - 7/31/2029
School Rights:
Concurrent with broadcast rights
V.O.D. Rights:
Yes
V.O.D. Rights Type:
Concurrent w/ Broadcast Rights via Media Manager
Linear Live Streaming:
Yes
Non-Commercial Cable Rights:
Yes
Program Contacts
Benjamin Sparling
United States
Underwriters
Road Scholar