Every podcast starts somewhere… and this week, we’re sharing exactly how The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living came to be.

It all goes back to one late-night drive, a little vodka honesty, and a question from Clancy that stopped Rick cold. That moment caught us off guard and led to discussions on how we saw our relationship, our future, and eventually led to creating this show.

In this episode, we talk through the real story behind that night, how it led to our first recording in what used to be the kids’ playroom, and what it’s taught us about doing life (and business) together as empty nesters. We also share a first look at something we’ve been quietly working on since February... our upcoming book about what empty nest living has really meant to us.

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Videos Mentioned in the Episode

Embrace The Shift - E10 https://youtu.be/eQjUxpcq2jk

Behind The Scenes Studio Build https://youtu.be/ljiP26VLheo

CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro – back on the road again

0:48 Why we started sharing our story

1:50 The night that changed everything

3:25 The question that froze Rick

4:55 When fear meets honesty

6:20 The moment the podcast idea hit

7:40 Turning the playroom into a studio

8:45 Recording that first raw episode

10:15 From therapy sessions to a community

11:10 Naming The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living

12:25 Doing the empty nest instead of feeling done to

13:25 Saying yes and sometimes saying no

14:50 The real talk promise (and an AMA idea)

16:30 Working together as partners and creatives

18:30 A new creative chapter: the book

20:10 Finding meaning in the loud and the quiet

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Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional regarding your specific situation. The opinions expressed by guests are solely theirs and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of the host(s).

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How Do We Reinvent Ourselves?

What does it really mean to reinvent yourself once the house goes quiet? In this episode, Rick and Clancy talk about what reinvention has looked like for them since becoming empty nesters... how it’s less about one big change and more about staying curious, open, and willing to keep learning.

They share stories from their recent trip to the Empowered Podcaster Conference in Charlotte, NC, what it taught them about community and confidence, and how this phase of life is the perfect time to keep reinventing... not because you have to, but because you can.

We’re thankful to our episode sponsor, Damon Vinci with Magical Memory Planners, a long-time travel planner who helps make dream vacations stress-free.
📞 Call or text Damon at 972-987-0527 or email damon@magicalmemoryplanners.com to start planning your next adventure.

From the emotional recharge of being around other creators... to the moment Rick realized reinventing might never actually end... this one’s for anyone wondering what comes next when the kids are gone and the schedule finally opens up.

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro and what reinventing means
2:15 Why small conferences matter
5:44 Sponsor thank you: Magical Memory Planners
8:10 Traveling as a couple and space apart
10:53 Kindness across differences
13:20 How reinvention connects us to our kids
15:20 From imposter syndrome to confidence
18:48 Thriving in the empty nest
21:20 What we are acting on next
23:40 Building a real-life community

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional regarding your specific situation. The opinions expressed by guests are solely theirs and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of the host(s).

Parenting doesn’t come with a guidebook... but sometimes it comes with text messages. In this episode, we sit down with Tammy Cohen, author of Text Messages To My Sons, to talk about the lessons, reminders, and heart-to-hearts she’s been sending her boys for years.

Tammy shares why she started capturing her wisdom in text form, how her sons have received it, and what it looks like to parent adult kids with honesty and love. This conversation isn’t just about moms and sons—it’s about communication, connection, and the little ways we keep showing up for our kids even as they grow.

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IndiePubs (use code TEXTMOM for a discount): https://indiepubs.com/products/text-messages-to-my-sons-new-edition

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🌐 Connect with Tammy:
Website: https://tammyjcohen.com/
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/tammy-j-cohen-915815143
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammyjcohen/

CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:35 Why Tammy started texting her sons
4:50 Turning texts into a book
8:10 How her sons reacted
11:45 Parenting adult kids with boundaries
15:30 Lessons she most wanted to pass on
19:20 The power of short reminders
23:00 Communication across generations
26:40 What she hopes readers take away
29:55 Wrap-up

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