Bridging Generations
Bridging Generations is a podcast hosted by Howard Snooks that brings together voices from different generations for honest, thoughtful conversations about life and human connection. Each episode explores topics such as relationships, aging, identity, purpose, loneliness, and personal growth, creating space for meaningful dialogue between younger and older perspectives. With curiosity, compassion, and real-world experience, Bridging Generations challenges stereotypes, bridges age divides, and reminds us that understanding begins when we listen to one another.
Episodes
Fleeing Crisis, Civic Service & Restoring Boulder's Give-First Culture with Aquiles La Grave
What drives an immigrant who fled Venezuela as a teenager with no resources to spend 30 years serving his community and eventually run for Mayor of Boulder? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with civic leader, historic homeowner, and mayoral candidate Aquiles La Grave. Aquiles shares his family's story of fleeing humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, building a life
ADHD, Millennial Parenting & Cultural Clashes with Omer Menashe
What does it take for a self-described "rambunctious Israeli" prankster with ADHD to navigate law school, embrace radical daily structure, and raise the next generation in Boulder? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks welcomes back Omer Menashe for a deep dive into Millennial parenting, multi-cultural family dynamics, and the true meaning of intergenerational conne
97-Year-Old Conservation Legend Oak Thorne on Saving Boulder's Open Space
How does an 18-year-old bird bander from Long Island become one of the founding fathers of Boulder's open space movement? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with 97-year-old environmentalist, educator, and civic leader Dr. Oakley "Oak" Thorne II. Oak shares his remarkable life story spanning nearly a century, from conducting the 1954 Yale Whiffenpoofs and raising
From War Zone Reporter to Full-Time Mom with Jessica Menache
What causes a top French foreign correspondent covering Fukushima and Mali to leave high-adrenaline journalism to build a life in Israel, New York, and Boulder? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with former TF1 field reporter and media manager Jessica Menache. Jessica shares her journey from chasing breaking news and international disasters across the globe to m
From Mormon Roots & College Soccer to Somatic Therapy with Zach Neilsen
How does a college athlete with a finance degree transition from a traditional LDS upbringing to somatic counseling and quantum meditation? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Naropa University graduate student Zach Neilsen. Zach shares his journey of departing the Mormon faith with a gentle mindset, overcoming personal burnout, regulating his nervous system
Rock & Roll Reinvention, World Music & Genre-Fluidity with Jonny Massey
What connects a 1940s comedian father, an 8-year-old listening to the Beatles on 45s, and a modern music career that includes headlining The Cutting Room in New York City? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with musician, songwriter, and financial coach Jonny Massey. Jonny shares his journey from growing up in New Jersey surrounded by a rich family entertainment
Early Bitcoin Investor Turned Stand-Up Comedian with Jack Phillip
What leads a former Naval Intelligence officer and early Bitcoin investor to live in a historic hotel and pursue stand-up comedy? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with angel investor, AI consultant, and comedian Jack Phillips (aka Johnny Phillips). Jack shares his journey from overcoming severe childhood dyslexia and serving ten years in the U.S. Navy to invest
Yosemite Survival, Cleantech & The Psychology of Risk with Luke Hanley
What connects a near-fatal October blizzard on Yosemite's Leaning Tower, the psychology of the nocebo effect, and revolutionary decarbonization in oil and gas? In this returning episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks re-engages with entrepreneur and rock climber Luke Hanley. Luke shares how climbing culture shaped his perspective on risk, the power of belief over biology, and how
From Chocolate Waste Fuel to Cleantech Leader with Rhiannon O’Donnell
What happens when a 30-foot snowboarding fall forces a biochemistry student to pivot her entire life path? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Rian O'Donnell, Chief of Staff at 1089. Rian shares her journey growing up on a family compound in Greater Boston raised by a single-father lineman, living on the French Riviera during high school, recovering from a se
Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom for Modern Life with Daddu Yogi
What can a 5,000-year-old healing tradition teach us about modern stress, relationships, and generational gaps? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Daddu Yogi, an Ayurvedic practitioner and owner of the Therapeutic Ayurveda Center in Boulder, Colorado. Daddu shares his journey from growing up in Varanasi, India, learning holistic medicine from his mud-wrestli
Why He Gave Up Silicon Valley to Become a Monk with James Tao
What drives someone who achieved early financial freedom through real estate to leave Silicon Valley behind and pursue life as a Buddhist monk? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with James Tao for a deep dive into an unconventional life path. James shares his story of growing up in Silicon Valley with an immigrant father who survived China's Cultural Revolution,
Why a Food Scientist Bypassed the Corporate Ladder for Coffee & Rock N' Roll with Sam Krasoi
What happens when you graduate with a degree in food science but realize you absolutely hate the corporate ladder? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Sam Krasoi, a Boulder native, barista, and musician who decided to prioritize daily happiness over a corporate title. Sam shares his journey from studying nutrition at Colorado State University to landing behin
Bypassing the Degree Trap: How to Design Mega-Airports Without a Master’s with Jesse Miller
What does it take to design the massive, high-security gateways that connect our world? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with aviation architect Jesse Miller to pull back the curtain on the complex world of airport design. Jesse shares his journey from a childhood in Orlando to falling in love with the mountains of North Carolina, and eventually building a thri
Is Your Mouth Killing Your Brain? The Hidden Alzheimer’s and Stroke Link with Dr. Elizabeth Miller
Could the secret to preventing Alzheimer's and strokes be hiding inside your gums? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Miller, a board-certified periodontist and partner at Boulder Periodontics. Liz shares her journey from a small town outside Austin, Texas, through a grueling 12-year path of higher education and professional residencies, to
From Alaskan Salmon Boats to Netflix Movie Deals: The Evolution of Western Horror with Matt Query
What possesses a fourth generation Boulder native, water litigation attorney, and former Alaskan commercial fisherman to write some of the most bone-chilling supernatural thrillers on the market today? In this gripping episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks catches up with local author and lawyer Matt Query to dissect his fast-paced journey from anonymous Reddit horror writer to Holly
Will AI Kill the College Degree? The Future of Higher Education with Kubs Lalchandani
Will artificial intelligence make your degree obsolete? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Kubs Lalchandani, a seasoned technology attorney, co-founder of Lalchandani Simon PL, and candidate for the University of Colorado Board of Regents. Kubs shares his journey as a first-generation American growing up in Boulder, balancing his father's strict rules of str
Can Your Home Extend Your Lifespan? Lisa Kisner Explains "Dewellness"
Is your living space actually keeping you healthy? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with residential architect Lisa Kisner to discuss her groundbreaking concept of "Dewellness". This design philosophy explores how architecture, biology, and human longevity intersect right inside our homes. Turning 50 marked a massive shift for Lisa, inspiring her to become radi
From Neurosurgery to AgTech: Zoya Voronovich on Pivots, Curation, and Continuous Growth
What causes a trained neurosurgeon to step away from the operating room and pivot into the world of agricultural technology? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Zoya Voronovich to explore her unconventional career trajectory. From her childhood in a Soviet communal flat to broadcasting on independent college radio and operating on traumatic brain injuries, Zo
From Seminary to Scandal to Sabbath Table: A Life Fully Lived with Bill St. John
What happens when the institution meant to shape your calling becomes the source of your deepest wound? In this compelling episode, host Howard Snooks sits down with Bill St. John — fourth-generation Coloradan, theologian, award-winning journalist, wine expert, and food educator — for a raw and wide-ranging conversation about faith, family, identity, and resilience.Bill traces a remarkable arc: fr
The Science of Readiness: Don Moxley on HRV, Performance, and Longevity
How can the data points of elite college wrestlers help you navigate your "third third" of life with vitality? In this episode of Bridging Generations, Howard Snooks sits down with exercise physiologist and sport scientist Don Moxley to unpack the revolutionary power of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) as a metric for stress and recovery. Don shares his journey from an Ohio farm to pioneering sports s
Soul Purpose and Ancestral Healing with Ariela HaLevi
What happens when a "black sheep" finds her spiritual awakening in the front row of her mother’s adult Bat Mitzvah? In this landmark episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks welcomes his first female guest, Ariela HaLevi, to explore the profound intersection of personal awakening and ancestral legacy. Ariela shares her journey from a disconnected young adult to a spiritual leader, detai
Luke Hanley: Schooners, Spies, and the "Forest Gump" Life | Bridging Generations
What happens when a restless soul from Maine decides to trade a traditional path for Earthships, 1930s schooners, and a trip to 1990s Russia? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with CEO and founder Luke Hanley to explore a life that reads like a modern-day Forest Gump adventure. Luke shares his unique perspective as someone born on the cusp of the analog and digi
Legacy of a Handshake: Riley Burns on Family Roots, Financial Faith, and the Grit of Gravel Racing
This episode explores the life of Riley Burns, a financial specialist navigating the intersection of personal drive and family legacy. From the tall ice cream cones of a family-run Missouri restaurant to the competitive gravel racing tracks of Colorado, Riley shares how early customer service roles shaped his client-first mindset. Howard Snooks dives into Riley’s journey through CSU, a pivotal men
Legacy of the Heart: Miles on Functional Medicine, Social Activism, and Post-Traumatic Growth
What does it mean to truly heal the body and the spirit beyond just treating symptoms? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Miles, a functional medicine practitioner and founder of Medicine with Heart, to explore the profound connection between family legacy and personal healing. Miles shares moving stories of his parents' lives as social activists—from his fa
The Specificity of Truth: Mark Maurer on Hungarian Grit, Wine Mastery, and Wisdom of Doing Your Best
What if getting fired without notice was the best thing that ever happened to your career? In this episode of Bridging Generations, Howard Snooks sits down with Mark Maurer, a Hungarian-born multimedia specialist and wine expert, to explore a life defined by radical introspection and global transition. Mark traces his communication style back to the high-stakes television sets of Budapest, explain
Defying the Number: Baruch HaLevi on Purpose, Male Loneliness, and the Defiant Spirit
Every 13 minutes in America, a man takes his own life—often because he has reduced his infinite worth to a single, finite number. In this powerful episode of Bridging Generations, Howard Snooks sits down with Dr. Baruch "B" HaLevi, a former rabbi, theologian, and coach, to discuss the crisis of male loneliness and the "shattering" required for true growth. B shares the deeply personal story of his
From the Cape of Good Hope to the Rockies: Scaling Businesses and Soul-Searching with Stefan DuToit
What happens when a "specialist generalist" from a 300-year South African lineage finds himself at a crossroads in Boulder, Colorado? In this episode, host Howard Snooks sits down with Stefan DuToit to explore a life defined by high-stakes innovation and profound personal reinvention. Stefan shares his journey from plowing fields on a South African farm to scaling billion-dollar American companies
Bridging Generations with Divine Nchang: Modeling, Music, and the Art of Listening
Can a "good look" take you from a mountainous village in Cameroon to the high-stakes runways of New York Fashion Week? Join host Howard Snooks as he sits down with professional model and music artist Divine Nchang to discuss his incredible journey of immigration, industry scouting, and creative evolution. This episode is for aspiring creatives, immigrants navigating new cultures, and anyone intere
The Zen of Troubleshooting: Jeff Warnock on Storytelling, Mentorship, and the Human Element of Tech
How does a chance Instagram message turn into a nine-year partnership between a retired therapist and a creative multimedia specialist? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Jeff Warnock, the founder of Empath Eyes Studio and the visionary behind many of Howard’s own creative projects. Jeff shares his non-traditional journey from a business student in Boston to
Omer Menashe Talks about Business Building, AI & Fatherhood
What happens when a "sarcastic" Israeli entrepreneur tries to navigate the polite social norms of Boulder, Colorado? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Omer, a lifelong entrepreneur and father of two, to explore the fascinating intersection of culture, business, and generational shifts. Omer shares his journey from building tech startups in Israel to raising
Beyond the Barber Chair: Ben Kesler on Van Life, Plant Medicine, and the Twin Bond
What happens when a global pandemic gives you the "activation energy" to set your life on fire and start over? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with his former barber, Ben Kesler, to trace a remarkable journey of reinvention that spans from the suburbs of Chicago to the jungles of Peru. Ben shares how he transitioned from corporate operations management to a no
Ego, Emotional Maturity & Leaving a Legacy: A Conversation with Bruce Dyn
What separates a good leader from a truly wise one? In this episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Colorado entrepreneur and retired venture capitalist Bruce Dyn for a rich conversation on mentoring, emotional maturity, ego, and what it really means to give back.From building startups and transitioning into venture capital, to raising children later in life and confront
Baruch HaLevi on Meaning, Manhood, and Healing Generational Wounds
What happens when meaning is lost across generations—and how do we reclaim it? In this deeply moving episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with rabbi, therapist, and men’s coach Baruch HaLevi for an honest conversation about legacy, trauma, masculinity, and purpose. Drawing from personal loss, Viktor Frankl’s logotherapy, and lived experience, Baruch explores how unhealed w
Charli Price on Creativity, Confidence, and Paying Your Dues
What does it really take to build confidence, stay creative, and keep evolving across decades? In this episode of Bridging Generations with Howard Snooks, Howard sits down with Charli Price for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about mentorship, bullying, leadership, fashion, and the cost of mastery. From Denver to New York Fashion Week to international publication, Charlie shares how skill, re
Curiosity, Mentorship, and the Stories That Shape a Life with Evan Faber
What happens when curiosity outpaces fear—and mentorship opens unexpected doors? In this episode, two generations explore reinvention, storytelling, creativity, and the power of ideas to shape a meaningful life. From ballet stages to branding strategy, from ranching roots to quantum thinking, this conversation traces how identity forms over time and why connection—not certainty—is what moves peopl
Strength, Mentorship, and Building a Life That Lasts with Personal Trainer Dan Greenbaum
What happens when two people from different generations sit down to talk about strength—physical, emotional, and generational? In this episode, the conversation moves far beyond the gym. It’s about mentorship that quietly changes lives, redefining education, building community, aging well, and how real growth often comes from relationships that span decades. This episode explores what it means to
Loneliness, Love, and the Space Between Generations with Yehuda HaLevi
In this deeply thoughtful episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks sits down with Yehuda HaLevi, creator of the Shells and Shadows podcast, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about generational misunderstanding, loneliness among young men, love and relationships, technology, spirituality, and the evolving meaning of masculinity.At 76 and 23 respectively, Howard and Yehuda model wh
Welcome to Bridging Generations: Why Conversations Across Age Matter More Than Ever
In the inaugural episode of Bridging Generations, host Howard Snooks introduces himself and the heart behind the podcast. At 76 years old, Howard reflects on a life shaped by deep roots in Colorado, a 45-year career in psychotherapy and social work, profound personal loss, reinvention later in life, and a renewed calling: creating meaningful conversations between generations. This episode sets the
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