It sounds like a stereotype—women not being involved in the family finances, so much so that when something catastrophic happens, like a divorce or a death, they don’t know where to turn. Surprisingly, many women are still in the dark when it comes to financial literacy, either because they’re simply not interested, or they allow their partners to do the heavy lifting in this area. Even as the child of a divorce lawyer, you would think I would have taken the time to understand the financial world as a young adult. But, I actually didn’t do it until I was forced to when my mother got sick and I had to handle everything from her personal finances to her business finances. In this episode, Wanda Cooper, who is an experienced financial advisor and a radio host of a show about financial literacy, gives us best tips on how to up your financial IQ and protect your future.

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Dating in midlife is not for the faint of heart. I’ve been listening to many friends over the past few years who found themselves suddenly single and decided to dip their toes into the dating pool again. Let’s face it, a LOT has changed, including how we meet the people we date. Most of these meetings happen online, a place where it’s easy to deceive others into thinking that you are someone you are not. Often, when the date does show up in person after an online courtship, women realize this man was not who he said he was. In short, women in midlife must kiss a lot of frogs on their way to finding their prince, if they’re even looking for a prince, that is. In this episode, I speak with two savvy midlife daters who share their journey to love and everything in between. From the fuzzy online profile pictures men post on dating apps, to profile pictures taken in bed or in bathrooms, to men who post edicts about how much makeup a woman should wear, my guests break down their hilarious journeys in the midlife dating pool.

I'm so excited to share my new thriller novel with you. It is set in the North Carolina mountains and follows the point of views of four characters as they unravel the mystery surrounding a missing hiker in the deadly terrain. This is a completely new set of characters from my previous murder mystery series. But like my previous fiction, the main character is a crime journalist who can't walk away from the tug of case once it gets in her head. My plan is that "Whispers on the Mountain" will be the first in a new ficton series. This is my thirteenth book. To learn more about the book and how to order it see the link below!

Whispers on the Mountain - Torchflame Books

If you’re a parent, you know the drill—shuttling your kids to and from activities after school and on weekends. Whether they’re involved in sports or creative pursuits like dance or theater, you’re their guide, their constant companion, their rock, and their safety net. We do it all out of love, but sometimes the demands can be even bigger than we imagined. Take young performers, for instance. Parenting a budding professional musician elevates these demands to a whole new level. Today, we’re chatting with a mother-daughter duo who transformed an 11-year-old girl’s passion for writing music in her bedroom into a thriving career in Nashville. Linda Hatala isn’t your average “momager” to her singer daughter, Brooke Hatala. Tune in to learn what it takes to support a rising star while letting her shine bright.

LINKS:

(1248) Brooke Hatala - YouTube
(1248) Somewhere Blue - YouTube

https://open.spotify.com/artist/00NFH1n7RZC9J8YnHkhL2w?si=FkPu4pBNQfqpiR8BSXzzsA
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fLdBbgZlvxbsnOnZId2xT?si=WUVi1oShTWKr77lewoFuQw

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https://www.instagram.com/somewherebluemusic/

Music — Brooke Hatala

As women, we’re always looking for ways to update our style, to add more creativity and more fun to our looks and our lives. Our style is more than just the picture we show the outside world; it’s a reflection of who we are and who we are becoming. This is especially critical for women in midlife when we are seeking ways to redefine ourselves. Something as simple as embracing small style changes can help us on this journey to becoming our authentic selves. A big part of this style transformation is how we use accessories—specifically jewelry-to make a statement about who we are. In this episode, we speak to a rising star in the jewelry making world, Kenda Kistenmacher, owner and creator of Kenda Kist Jewelry, who gives us tips on how accessories can make your look pop. But Kenda isn’t just an artist, she is also someone who believes deeply in mentoring young women in her industry and aligning her values with her work.

Kenda Kist Jewelry

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We first learn about grief as children when a pet dies or a grandparent. But as adults, we’re supposed to buck up and go on with life after profound losses like the death of a parent, a spouse, a friend, or even a child. This is an unrealistic expectation. In this episode, we’re going to have a frank discussion about grief and how it manifests itself in our adult lives, weeks, months, and sometime years after a loss. I speak with a woman who lost both parents in less than a year and spent years trying to recover. I also speak with an expert who shares techniques for handling grief, giving ourselves grace, and finding peace after the darkness lifts.

After the Shock by Becky Sansbury

Sometimes, it seems impossible to get in shape, to stay in shape, and to choose a fitness routine that you can stick with. In this episode, I quiz two female fitness experts who are at the door of midlife. Actor and former Junior Olympian, Kerstin Schulze, and health and wellness expert and former co-owner of Star Cycle in Santa Barbara, Kayla Johnson, have pro tips and sustainable ideas for taking your body back from the throes of menopause. We unpack everything from quick, realistic workouts, to diet, and even weight loss drugs. Kerstin and Kayla share their personal journeys in an effort to help women embrace their changing bodies with confidence and strength.

To learn more about my guests:

Kayla Johnson:

https://kaylajohnsonfitness.com

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063535519220

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567519163244

https://www.instagram.com/kaylajohnsonfitness/

Kerstin Schulze:

https://partyanddiet.com

https://www.facebook.com/KerstinAmazon

https://www.instagram.com/kerstin__schulze/

https://x.com/schulze_kerstin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerstin-schulze-94b5209a/

One of my favorite quotes is the African Proverb: “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” I’ve realized that when women come together we are capable of just about anything. I see this in the workplace, in volunteer organizations, and in social groups meant to build belonging and community. But most of all, it’s been a constant theme in my podcast. AGELESS started out profiling individual women, their struggles, their resilience, and their accomplishments on the other side of the obstacles they overcame. But it’s grown into something much greater. It is a platform for new ideas, life transformation, and yes, for community among women. In today’s episode, Anne Hungate and Andrea Mohamed talk about casting off the safety and toxicity of corporate America in favor of going together down a business path that lifts women up. Their company is called “QuantumBloom,” and their lives have definitely bloomed since teaming up for this inspiring adventure.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ANNE AND ANDREA:

https://quantumbloom.com/

https://www.instagram.com/quantumbloominc/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantumbloom/