Podcast
The Encore Effect
Discover the profound impact of music in life’s second act with The Encore Effect, hosted by our CEO, Joshua Vickery. This inspiring podcast from Encore Creativity weaves together moving personal narratives with cutting-edge insights on creative aging. Listen to remarkable stories of Encore singers alongside conversations with experts and explore how music creates community, improves health outcomes, and brings joy to thousands of older adults nationwide. Join us to be inspired, informed, and reminded that the most beautiful music often comes from life’s second half.
You can find The Encore Effect on any of your favorite podcast or music streaming platforms, or listen in our website player below!
This player shows the 10 most recent episodes. You can find all episodes on all streaming platforms or on our PodBean website!
(2/19/2026) Encore Featured on Aging Well Together Radio Show
Encore Creativity’s Dr. Mary Ann East (Artistic Director of Lifelong Learning & Research) and Kathryn Harsha (Artistic Director for Programming), alongside Susan Stedman, Conductor of the Sentimental Journey Singers, join the Aging Well Together Radio Show for a conversation about the power of music in later life. Together, they explore how Encore’s choral programs foster connection, creativity, lifelong learning, and vibrant aging through song.
(12/12/2025) Encore Featured in OVE AARP Roost News Podcast
OVE AARP Roost News Podcast Co-Lead, Lillian S. Lee interviews Dr. Mary Ann East, Suzanne LaFollette-Black, Angela Burns, and Vickie Knowles who share the story of Encore Creativity. They cover the mission of lifelong long learning, wellness, and fun!
(9/16/2025) Encore Featured in “Flourish As You Age”
You can also listen to our featured episode in Michael C. Patterson’s podcast, “Flourish As You Age” Season 6, Episode 11. Michael interviews Joshua Vickery, Holly Barber, Kick Myers, and Dan Golden as they share the story of Encore Creativity and Pasadena Village!