Full Show 9/10/2026: Newell broadcasts LIVE from East Jefferson YMCA in Metairie for “Healthy Aging Day”

On today's show, Newell broadcasts LIVE from East Jefferson YMCA in Metairie for “Healthy Aging Day,” a free event for older adults and caregivers that features wellness workshops from Primary Care Plus, such as group exercise classes, giveaways, breakfast, and lunch. Newell has on Dr. Brent Wallis, Chief Medical Officer for Primary Care Plus, to talk about the keys to staying healthy, active, and independent as we age, and the simple steps older adults can take now to improve their quality of life. Kerri Diaz, Executive Director of the YMCA, to take us inside the free Healthy Aging Day celebration featuring wellness workshops, group exercise classes, giveaways, breakfast, lunch, and plenty of opportunities to connect with the community, Dr. Jospeh Romito of Primary Care Plus family medicine physician to share practical advice for healthy aging and explains why regular preventive care can make such a big difference in helping seniors feel their best and stay on the move, Eva Waites, Senior Activities Coordinator for the YMCA, to explain how staying socially connected and physically active can keep life fun, fulfilling, and healthy at every age, and Lois Shurden, a senior member of the YMCA, to give a member’s perspective of "The Y," hear what keeps her coming back, how the YMCA has become part of her healthy lifestyle, and why staying active is about so much more than exercise, and Gordon Wadge, President & CEO of YMCA New Orleans, and Albert J. Robichaux, Jr. Executive Director & CEO of the Jefferson Council on Aging (JCOA).