Joyride

Culture Series / 1 Season

This is a short-form interview series that pairs younger generations with older adults as they explore the world together on trishaw bikes. The show is inspired by the global non-profit, Cycling Without Age, which takes older adults on trishaw outings to feel the wind in their hair. From the Santa Barbara coastline to Barcelona beaches, each episode unlocks the lived experiences of today’s olde

9m

A 91-Year-Old’s Love Letter to Golden Gate Park

S1 E3 / 10m 49s

Janey, 91, has spent most of her life in San Francisco, dedicating herself to giving love by supporting people with disabilities in finding purpose and independence. On this joyride through Golden Gate Park, she feels the wind in her hair like her days as a runner, pauses to birdwatch with Melissa, and enjoys a surprise saxophone performance—beautifully arranged by Artists and Elders.

A Lifelong Athlete’s Return to Motion at 92 Years Old

S1 E2 / 12m 19s

Retired nurse Birgitta Bexelius, 92, starts her days at Wood Glen Hall in Santa Barbara with a walk and a call to her son. Originally from Sweden, she moved to the U.S. in 1958 and spent 45 years as a nurse, finding joy in caring for others. A lifelong athlete, she recently rediscovered the thrill of movement on a trishaw ride, evoking the freedom of skiing.

A 95-Year Old Returns to his Most Beloved Place

S1 E1 / 9m

Rodney Chow has recently transitioned to Wood Glen Senior Living in Santa Barbara, California after selling the ranch he called home for most of his adult life. His new friend Diana takes him on a ride through the Santa Barbara farmers market where he reunites with old friends and reminisces on 95 years of a life well lived.

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