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The Senior Scoop

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The Senior Scoop is a podcast hosted by Deborah and Kelsey Samuel, created to support and inform seniors navigating major life transitions. Based in Santa Barbara, the show focuses on helping older adults understand and prepare for various aspects of aging — from downsizing and home maintenance to emotional well-being and planning for the future. Each episode explores topics relevant to senior life, such as physical and mental health, financial planning, trusts and wills, pet care, and more. The

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00:24:23

Navigating End-of-Life Planning: Caring Conversations...

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2025/11/18

In this deeply meaningful episode of The Senior Scoop, hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel talk with Maritza Torres-Benitez, Bilingual Community Liaison at Hospice of Santa Barbara. Together, they explore how honest conversations about advance care planning can bring peace, clarity, and empowerment to families at every stage of life.Maritza shares how Hospice of Santa Barbara provides free bilingual workshops that help people complete important documents like advance directives, while offering

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00:37:17

Pelvic Floor Health: Breaking Taboos and Empowering...

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2025/11/05

From bladder leaks to confidence and strength — this week’s episode of The Senior Scoop tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in senior wellness: pelvic health.Hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel sit down with Natalie Hickenbotham, licensed physical therapist and pelvic floor specialist at Heart of Gold Physical Therapy, to discuss how awareness, movement, and small daily habits can make a life-changing difference. Whether you’re a man or woman, this conversation will help you understand

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00:34:50

Empowering Senior Women’s Health: Conversation with...

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2025/10/21

From menopause to regenerative medicine, this episode of The Senior Scoop explores how women can thrive at every stage of aging. Host Deborah Samuel and co-host Kelsey Samuel sit down with Dr. Duncan Turner, one of Santa Barbara’s leading OB/GYNs, to discuss how hormonal balance, pelvic health, and lifestyle choices shape long-term well-being.🌿 Whether you’re navigating menopause, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about how women’s health evolves over time, this episode offers

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00:33:26

The Music Academy of the West: Legacy, Community &...

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2025/10/07

From inspiring young musicians to revitalizing Santa Barbara’s arts scene, this episode of The Senior Scoop dives into the incredible story of the Music Academy of the West. Host Deborah Samuel and co-host Kelsey Samuel sit down with Jill Rode, Director of Philanthropy, to explore the Academy’s legacy, free youth programs, and exciting new developments in local music education.🎶 Whether you’re a lifelong music lover or simply curious about how the arts connect people across generations,

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00:36:56

Building Community & Connection: The Jewish...

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2025/09/27

In this episode of The Senior Scoop, hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel welcome Cyndi Silverman, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara, for a heartfelt conversation on community, culture, and care. Cyndi shares the inspiring programs the Federation leads, from Etty’s Deli and J Café to “Random Acts of Challah,” Caring Visitors, and the powerful Portraits of Survival Holocaust education initiative. She also highlights Wellness Wednesday, serving families and seniors across Santa

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00:29:57

Understanding Proposition 19: Real Estate & Tax Tips...

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2025/09/09

In this insightful episode of The Senior Scoop, hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel of SB SOS sit down with Michael T. Daly, Chief Deputy at the Santa Barbara County Assessor’s Office, to break down the complexities of Proposition 19. This law significantly impacts property taxes, intergenerational property transfers, and downsizing for seniors in California. Michael explains key aspects of Prop 19, including base year value transfers, primary residence requirements, and exclusions for seniors,

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00:07:55

Meet the Founders of SB SOS: Real Stories of...

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2025/08/26

In this video of The Senior Scoop, meet your hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel, the passionate duo behind SB SOS. Discover how their unique life journeys—from aviation and corporate Australia to construction and event planning—shaped their mission to provide personalized downsizing, estate sales, and real estate services to seniors in Santa Barbara. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how SB SOS began: a call to help a senior in need led to the creation of a trusted, full-service organization now

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00:15:24

Mortgage Strategies for Seniors: Accessing Home...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of The Senior Scoop, Deborah sits down with Jon McCuskey of Prosperity Mortgage to demystify the mortgage process for seniors navigating home transitions in Santa Barbara. Whether you're downsizing, moving to a senior living community, or needing to access equity without selling your home, this conversation is packed with insights tailored to your needs. Jon shares expert advice on mortgage options for seniors—including refinancing, equity lines, and bridge loans—and explains

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00:18:30

Navigating Senior Home Sales & Escrow: Essential Tips...

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2025/07/29

Selling a longtime home can be an emotional and complex process, especially for seniors navigating escrow for the first time in decades. In this episode of The Senior Scoop, host Deborah Samuel sits down with Janice Bowie, an escrow expert with nearly 40 years of experience, to break down the escrow process for seniors, key real estate challenges, and how to avoid common pitfalls when selling a home. 🏡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ How to prepare for selling a senior-owned home ✔️ Understanding

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00:02:43

Introducing The Senior Scoop: Expert Tips on Senior...

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2025/07/10

In this introductory episode of The Senior Scoop, meet your hosts Deborah and Kelsey Samuel of SB SOS, Santa Barbara’s trusted senior relocation and real estate team. Learn why they launched this podcast—and how it’s here to help seniors and their families navigate every step of the aging journey. From downsizing and home sales to health, finances, and pets, Deborah and Kelsey will bring on local Santa Barbara experts to share practical insights and resources. Whether you’re preparing for a

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