EP 32 / J.J. Hubal / Author, cartoonist and advocate for embracing aging with humor

Aging rarely happens the way people expect. It arrives gradually, bringing changes in identity, relationships and perspective that can feel difficult to navigate. In this episode of Varsity’s Roundtable Talk, Derek sits down with bestselling author, cartoonist and former special education teacher J.J. Hubal, whose book Goodbye Old, Hello Bold uses humor and visual storytelling to explore the realities of growing older with more curiosity and courage. In their conversation, Derek and J.J. discuss why aging often creates anxiety, how humor can make difficult topics more approachable and why reinvention becomes increasingly important later in life. J.J. also shares personal reflections on loneliness, friendship, creativity and the importance of continuing to step outside your comfort zone as you age.