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Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits

Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits

By: Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers
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The midlife years bring opportunities for pleasures big and small, and hosts Sarah Powers and Meagan Francis, fortysomething moms and longtime podcasters, are here to discuss them all. From asking ourselves what leisure even means, to product deep-dives and exploring new hobbies, this show is all about discovering the pastimes and passions that make us tick - and that make midlife more fun.

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Episodes
  • Fun With Recipes!

    Fun With Recipes!
    Sep 23 2025

    From our go-to granola, to Sarah's super-healthy grain bowl, to Meagan's historic cooking deep-dives, recipes are an important source of information and inspiration in our midlife kitchens. In this episode we share where we look for recipes, how we use them, and what's cooking next.

    Find an expanded episode story with photos and links at http://www.midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com.

    Thank you to our exclusive podcast sponsor, Vionic! Check out our favorite styles at https://midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com/p/vionic.

    Listeners of Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits can use code MIDLIFE at vionicshoes.com to save 15% when you log into your account. One time use only.



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    29 mins
  • We Watch Birds!

    We Watch Birds!
    Sep 16 2025

    Is there any hobby that's more midlife-coded than birdwatching? In this episode Meagan and Sarah share how this pandemic pastime turned into what we hope will be a lifelong leisure pursuit, and share some of the books and products we use to identify and enjoy our feathered friends.

    Find an expanded episode story with photos and links at http://www.midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com.

    Thank you to our exclusive podcast sponsor, Vionic! Check out our favorite styles at https://midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com/p/vionic.

    Listeners of Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits can use code MIDLIFE at vionicshoes.com to save 15% when you log into your account. One time use only.




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    34 mins
  • Sarah Thrifts Fashion!

    Sarah Thrifts Fashion!
    Sep 9 2025

    Sarah's a seasoned shopper for secondhand clothes; Meagan gets overwhelmed sifting through racks to find treasures. In this episode Sarah shares the methodology and motives that drive her thrift hauls, shares some recent scores, and offers a few tips for secondhand success.

    Find an expanded episode story with photos and links at http://www.midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com.

    Thank you to our exclusive podcast sponsor, Vionic! Check out our favorite styles at https://midlifeladyleisurepursuits.substack.com/p/vionic.

    Listeners of Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits can use code MIDLIFE at vionicshoes.com to save 15% when you log into your account. One time use only.



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    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    28 mins
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