The EndGame
Don AkchinAging with purpose and joy. The EndGame is an inquisitive, empathetic, and humorous exploration of all aspects of age, for those who are not ready to fade away.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
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| Issues | 447 | Founded | 5 years ago | Last Issue | 11 days ago |
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Aging is What Happens to Other People
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At the grocery this week, I glimpsed a magazine cover featuring 80-year-old Cher, and my first thought was how very old she looks (notwithstanding the best plastic surgery money can buy). Cher is definitely...
Why Social Security Is, or Should Be, on the Ballot
Plus: jobless older workers, sensationalized longevity news, and more
No. 110/July 8, 2026
A Preview of Coming Subtractions
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Happy Fourth of July!
I am vacationing this week. Here is a dusty,...
When Separate is Better Than Equal
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Fresh from a recent adventure in an emergency room, I was intrigued to...
The Retirement Job You Were Not Expecting
Plus: Low-tech solution for loneliness, online gambling risks, and more
No. 109/June 24, 2026
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Don Akchin writes novels, short stories, and essays from his home in Baltimore, MD. He is the publisher of The EndGame.
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