Marc Silver

Marc Silver is a blog editor at NPR and author of the book “Breast Cancer Husband: How To Help Your Wife (And Yourself) Through Diagnosis, Treatment And Beyond.”

Most Recent

My Mother’s Final Wish: A Rabbi’s Visit

Her unexpected request to daven, or pray, brought peace

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 | By Marc Silver

Living

A Dying Fish, A Son’s Wish

A run along the beach prompts this author to reflect on his mom growing older

AUGUST 23, 2019 | By Marc Silver

Living

Lessons From a Long-Distance Grandfather

Babysitting a toddler granddaughter gives new perspective on parenting

JUNE 14, 2019 | By Marc Silver

Living

A Unique Yom Kippur Experience

A small gathering makes the holiday meaningful in a different way

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 | By Marc Silver

Living

Farewell to My Old High School

A writer reflects on his shuttered alma mater

APRIL 4, 2018 | By Marc Silver

Living

8 Surprising Things About Becoming a Grandparent

From shedding tears to reflecting on the future, life changed for the better

DECEMBER 27, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Living

Why Old School Travel Aids Still Rock

Planning a vacation in the digital age needn't mean ignoring old-fashioned tools

OCTOBER 12, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Living

Finding My Old Essay Revealed What Makes a Marriage Work

My colleagues' words of wisdom actually were pretty wise (and lasting)

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 | By Marc Silver

Amani Roberts left the Marriott Corporation for a second act as a full-time disc jockey

Work & Purpose

Second Act Success Stories: 5 Common Themes

What I've learned from 78 interviews for my 'Second Act Stories' podcast

Special Report

Group of older adults enjoying coffee at a coffee house.

In Good Company

We all feel lonely at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.

Special Report

Strengthening Rural Health Care for Older Adults

This special report includes storytelling, news and information about health care for older adults in rural areas

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