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Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast

Bridge the Gap Network
Senior Living
Senior Housing
Covid-19
Senior Living Industry
Value-Based Care
Community Engagement
Active Adult
Technology In Senior Living
Employee Retention
Wellness
Operational Efficiency
Technology
Technology Integration
Capital Investment
Senior Care
Market Trends
Middle Market
Caregivers
Staffing Challenges
Hearing Loss

Welcome to Bridge the Gap with hosts Lucas McCurdy and Joshua Crisp. A podcast dedicated to informing, educating and influencing the future of housing and services for older adults in senior living.

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Latest Episodes

This week on Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Michael Bowden and Shae Portnoy of LTC REIT to explore how the company is redefining senior housing investment. Moving beyond the traditional “landlord” model, LTC is embracing a more collabor... more

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Justin Ladd of Arrow Senior Living shares his journey from a young nursing home trainee to a senior living leader shaping culture, growth, and innovation across multiple states. Justin dives into the three key pilla... more

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Nancy Swanger of the Granger Cobb Institute for Business of Aging at Washington State University. Nancy shares the origin story of the program and how it has grown into a pioneering acad... more

The senior living industry is on the brink of massive transformation—but are operators truly prepared? In this episode of Bridge the Gap, hosts Josh and Lucas sit down with Tiffany Karlin and Robert Zondag to unpack the realities behind the much-disc... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Bowden
Executive at LTC Reit
LTC Reit
Episode: Redefining Senior Housing Investment Through Collaboration | Michael Bowden & Shae Portnoy
Shae Portnoy
Executive at LTC Reit
LTC Reit
Episode: Redefining Senior Housing Investment Through Collaboration | Michael Bowden & Shae Portnoy
Justin Ladd
Executive at Arrow Senior Living Management
Arrow Senior Living Management
Episode: Why Senior Living Is the Most Rewarding Career You’re Overlooking | Justin Ladd
Nancy Swanger
Founding director Granger Cobb Institute for Business of Aging at Washington State University
Washington State University
Episode: How to Build the Future of Senior Living Talent | Nancy Swanger
Tiffany Karlin
Industry expert on senior living strategy
(not specified)
Episode: How to Plan for the Next Wave in Senior Living | Tiffany Karlin & Robert Zondag
Robert Zondag
Leader involved in strategic planning and change management
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Episode: How to Plan for the Next Wave in Senior Living | Tiffany Karlin & Robert Zondag
Ryan Spalding
Representative of Gibson Insurance
Gibson Insurance
Episode: Navigating Insurance: Risk & ROI in Senior Living | Ryan Spalding
Andrew Gall
Director of Customer Growth at Nobi
Nobi
Episode: Finding the Balance Between Tech & Human Care in Senior Living | Andrew Gall
Andrew Smith
Vice President of Operations and Innovation at HumanGood
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Episode: Is Senior Living Falling Behind on AI Adoption? | Andrew Smith

Hosts

Lucas McCurdy
Co-host of Bridge the Gap Podcast, Bridge the Gap Network, host focused on senior living industry insights.
Joshua Crisp
Co-host of Bridge the Gap Podcast, Bridge the Gap Podcast, focused on senior living industry leadership and strategy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • A Must Listen for Senior Living

    There’s no better or faster way to learn about the latest trends and innovations in Senior Living.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MZamkow
    United States2 years ago
  • This is the best podcast talking about all things senior living

    These guys have the best guests and the best conversations that are needed in the senior living industry. They bring great exposure to solutions, trends and opportunities in the market. Whether you are an investor, operator, solution provider or other stakeholder in the industry, there is something here for you. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MN Business
    United States2 years ago
  • These guys get it

    This podcast is the conten that the senior living industry needs. It is supportive and provides a platform for so many voices. You can learn a lot from each episode and they have outstanding guests. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MN Business
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Content

    Thankful for the team that puts this podcast on, to support and educate the senior living industry. I can always count on this show for the latest information, tips, and insights that help us serve our seniors better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HazelNblue
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the content

    Great content and thoughtful leadership guests! Can’t wait for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Senior living 2
    United States3 years ago

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The show has the best guests and conversations needed in senior living; great exposure to solutions and opportunities.
Listeners praise the hosts' passion and the show's ability to bring diverse voices from across the industry.
The content is exactly what the industry needs, with outstanding guests.
There's no better or faster way to learn about the latest trends and innovations in Senior Living.
Audiences frequently note the show's usefulness for operators, investors, and solution providers seeking practical insights.

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Why Senior Living Is the Most Rewarding Career You’re Overlooking | Justin Ladd
Q: How does Arrow approach growth and development of leaders internally?
Arrow prioritizes growing leaders from within the organization, building a clear career pathway, and promoting from roles like sales directors to higher-level positions to ensure aligned goals and retention.
Why Senior Living Is the Most Rewarding Career You’re Overlooking | Justin Ladd
Q: What are the main strategies for Arrow in 2026?
The company emphasizes culture, engagement, and technology, with a focus on using data and AI to build action plans that guide growth through acquisitions and new developments.
The Key to Fixing the Broken Referral System in Senior Living | Greg Mason
Q: Can you fill us in on the big announcement and what the reaction has been?
The company acquired caring.com, a landmark referral partner, and the industry reaction has been broadly excited about unifying Caring with Oasis, Elderlife, and the broader portfolio to create a nationwide, high-quality, integrated referral experience.
From Defense to Offense: A Senior Living 100 Preview | Jim Kovac
Q: How does the invitation-only model work for the conference?
It's aimed at creating an intimate environment for networking among select industry leaders.
From Defense to Offense: A Senior Living 100 Preview | Jim Kovac
Q: What can attendees expect at the Senior Living 100 conference?
Attendees can expect innovation, strategy, insights, and a few emerging models focused on wellness and technology.

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Bridge the Gap features conversations with operators, designers, and technology leaders shaping senior living. Episodes commonly explore occupancy trends, workforce challenges, design strategies, and the role of tech in care delivery and resident experience. A distinctive angle is the proactive, future-focused framing—often tied to conferences, new models of care, and AI-driven improvements—that helps listeners stay ahead in a rapidly evolving sector. The show frequently highlights practical approaches to culture, resident engagement, and budgeting for renovations, making it valuable for operators, investors, and solution providers seeking actionable insights and credible industry voices.

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1. Michael Bowden
2. Shae Portnoy
3. Justin Ladd
4. Nancy Swanger
5. Tiffany Karlin
6. Robert Zondag
7. Ryan Spalding
8. Andrew Gall

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