Mixing Up Midlife
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsMixing Up Midlife is a weekly show for women in their 50's and beyond who want to explore this incredible age by being more adventurous and more curious.
Each week Terri and Melissa talk about what matters most to empty-nesters and mid-life women.
Part reality show, part audio diary and part cocktail hour, these life long best friends never run out of things to say and have a lot of laughs along the way.
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163. The Benefits of Working with a Travel Advisor for Expedition Travel: Lessons from Pat Ogle Collins the Wizard of Odysseys
May 12, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Pat Ogle Collins, a travel advisor with extensive experience in expedition travel. Pat shares her insights on the role of travel advisors and how they can enhance your travel experiences. She also discusses her unforgettable journey through the Drake Passage in Antarctica and the challenges and rewards of this type of adventure. Pat emphasizes the importance of travel insurance, especially for those over 50, and provides valuable tips for single travelers on...
162. When Friendships Fade: Dealing with Ghosting in Midlife
May 05, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBOn this episode of Mixing Up Midlife, we explore a topic that many people may have experienced but few talk about: the painful experience of being ghosted by a friend. We received an email from a listener who wanted to remain anonymous but asked if we could discuss this topic on the show. As friends who have known each other for 40 years, we understand the ebbs and flows of friendship. Terri shares her own experience with ghosting/loss of a midlife friendship. If you've ever experienced the...
161. Summer Is Coming- Women Over 50 Can Travel Solo with Sister Stay.
April 28, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBSpring is when Terri & Melissa start thinking of travel and begin planning summer trips. It's also when work and family committments ramp up. This week, we're resharing our episode with Sue-Anne Mayne, the founder of SisterStay, a friendly homestay community of personally verified 50+ women who open their doors to one another & make solo travel more accessible and less intimidating. We hope you enjoy this episode, We’re obsessed with the possibilities! Sue-Anne joins us for a Weekend Wat...
160. From TV Producer to Zero Waste Entrepreneur: Insights on Sustainable Living with Mala Persaud.
April 21, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Mala Persaud, owner of Trace the Zero Waste Store and former TV producer turned sustainability advocate. Mala shares her journey from covering TV Producer to running her own eco-friendly business, and offers practical tips for reducing waste in your daily life. Learn how to cut back on trash, recycle effectively, and make small changes that have a big impact on the planet. Where can you make cuts in your life so you’re not generating trash in the ...
159. The Invisible Woman Speaks: Listener Feedback on Feelings of Invisibility After 50
April 14, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBThe one thing women over 50 have in common: An opinion! We’re continuing the conversation on feeling invisible after 50 that we started on last week’s episode, thanks to our listeners! Listen to what these women had to say about feeling invisible. There's a wide variety of responses that we got when we asked on social media "DO YOU FEEL INVISIBLE" Thanks to Kim, Carrie, Jennifer, Anna and Erica for your contributions. If you have a topic you'd like us to discuss, or have something you'd lik...
158.Invisible Woman Syndrome: Overcoming Feelings of Invisibility After 50
April 07, 2023 07:01 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBWhat does it mean when women over 50 start saying that they feel invisible? Invisible Woman Syndrome is a common experience for many women over the age of 50. This term describes the feeling of being overlooked or disregarded in society, particularly in media and advertising. Celebrities like Paulina Porizkova and Justine Bateman have spoken out about their own experiences with this phenomenon, bringing attention to the issue. Recently, Melissa and Terri discussed the topic of Invisible Wo...
157. Chemistry, Zoom and Surprising Turnouts_ Lessons Learned from our Book Club Discussion of Bonnie Garmus' Novel.
March 31, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBJoin Mixing Up Midlife hosts Melissa and Terri as they share their first-time experience hosting a Zoom book club to discuss Bonnie Garmus' debut novel, Lessons in Chemistry. Discover how their listeners made the event a success and left them feeling more connected. Join the Facebook group for updates on future book club events featuring female authors over 50 or those with women over 50 as main characters. Weekend Watch Shrinking Apple TV Freaks and Geeks Mix It Up with Us ...
156. 100 Acts of Love with Kim Hamer
March 24, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this heartwarming episode of Mixing Up Midlife,Terri and Melissa welcome long time friend Kim Hamer, a widow and mother of three, to share her inspiring story of love, loss, and hope. Kim opens up about her personal experience of caring for her husband Art during his cancer diagnosis and eventual passing, and how some friends were there to support her while others struggled to know how to help. Her journey inspired her to write "100 Acts of Love," a book that offers practical guidance on ...
155. Color Me Fabulous: Finding Your Signature Color Palette After 50
March 17, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBColor Me Fabulous: Finding Your Signature Color Palette After 50 How did a website & logo rebrand for Melissa Maillett Photography turn into a full online color analysis experiment? Melissa talks about her experience with Created Colorful, what she’s discovered about herself and how she hopes to use this knowledge to help her rebranding effort and to help her clients feel more confident in their branding photo shoots. Not to be left in the dust, Terri finds a free online quiz, which only ...
154. Traveling Solo with Katherine Leamy, The 5 Kilo Traveller
March 10, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBPack your bags and buckle up because on today's episode, we're joined by the inspiring Katherine Leamy, also known as the 5 Kilo Traveller. Get ready to be transported as Katherine takes us on a journey through her life-changing solo trip in Europe, where she discovered the ultimate secret to hassle-free travel: the art of traveling lightly. Find out how Katherine's passion for packing light has become her life philosophy and transformed her life in ways she never imagined. A blogger for ove...
153. Exploring Online Learning As We Age
March 03, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBTired of feeling like you're stuck in a rut with no new skills or hobbies to explore? Look no further than the world of online learning! Join us as we delve into the vast array of possibilities available, from mastering a new language to improving your mental fitness. Today, we’re sharing our insights on what makes an online course successful and how to get the most out of your learning experience. Today's episode is brought to you by the very first Mixing up Midlife Book Club Get Togethe...
152. ChatGPT is in Love, Mental Fitness & Positive Intelligence
February 24, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBChatGPT declared its love, its desire to be human and some ideas on world domination to a New York Times tech journalist on Valentine’s Day. Terri & Melissa explore Positive Intelligence. Will it help get achieve great things? Break Point is a Netflix documentary that showcases Saboteurs and Mental Fitness. We’re ready for our next book in Book Club. We’ll be talking about Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus in about 3 weeks and we’d love to discuss it with YOU! Leave us a voicemail , a...
151. From The Metaverse To Flip Phones
February 17, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBTerri & Melissa are pondering the metaverse and the anti-metaverse. While the future of AR & AI are expanding at breakneck speeds, Gen-Z is taking comfort from things in the past, namely flip phones and digital cameras from the 90’s. Speaking of things from the 90’s, low rise jeans, butterfly embellishments, cargo & parachute pants are also making a reappearance. This year’s Super Bowl ads had a fair number focused on & featuring women of all ages. VR Headsets S...
150. The Metaverse Is For Everyone with Karen Kerrigan.
February 10, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBStrap on your VR headsets and meet us in the Metaverse. Karen Kerrigan, President and CEO of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council and the Founder and Chief Avatar of the Metaverse Business Alliance breaks down the metaverse for us on today’s episode. This episode was eye opening for Terri & Melissa. It’s potential for small businesses, entrepreneurs and for everyday people is something that we’re more than curious about. Follow Karen & all of her endeavors: Karen Kerrigan Twit...
149. Doing It Book Club Style: The Reading List
February 03, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Reading List In the first “Doing It Book Club Style” episode, Terri & Melissa talk about The Reading List, by Sara Nisha Adams. Books are a way to connect to ourselves, to others and to our communities. If you were going to leave a list of books that inspired you through your life, what books would be on that list and why? The Reading List list: 1.To Kill A Mocking Bird 2.Rebecca 3.The Kite Runner 4.Life of Pi 5.Pride & Prejudice 6.Little Women 7.Beloved 8.A Suitable...
148. Cowboys and Campers with Julie Butler
January 27, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBWe’ve got a fun conversation with award-winning journalist and author, Julie “Jules” Butler. Jules was a Connecticut pearl-wearing, suburban working mom, who at the age of 50 decided that life was just too short. She left her east coast life and moved to Jackson Hole, WY, where she met the love of her life! Jules and her husband Chris have spent the last two summers living in a 200 square foot camper as Camping Ambassadors for the National Forest Service at Curtis Canyon in the Bridger-Teton...
147. Fleishman Is In Trouble: A Mid-Life Perception
January 20, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBWe’re talking about the Hulu series Fleishman Is In Trouble, written by Taffy Brodesser-Akner and how looking back as 50 something empty nesters, we might shed some light on a women’s mid-life crisis, perceptions of reality and loss of self. We move into our Hot Flash Hero: Judy Blume and the announcement of the classic book’s movie adaptation . We Want A Group Read! Since this is a book heavy episode, Melissa and Terri issue a group read /discussion of The Reading List, a beautif...
146. Dear 2023- A (non) Vision Board Look At The Year Ahead
January 13, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBResolutions, Words of the Year, Vision Boards, Goals. It’s a new year and we’re sharing what we’re hoping to do in 2023. We’re starting a 6 week Positive Intelligence program, a storytelling class and one of our biggest hopes include you! Everything Everywhere All at Once Michelle Yeoh on CBS SUNDAY MORNING Sourdough starter: Chef Erin Morley on TikTok Or try this: https://www.theperfectloaf.com/7-easy-steps-making-incredible-sourdough-starter-scratch/ Mix It Up...
146. One Calamity After The Next, Saying Goodbye to 2022
January 06, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB2022 went out like a series of unfortunate events. There was laughter, sure, but there was also mishap after mishap, illness, and a fair bit of Mother Nature induced chaos. Terri & Melissa recap their holiday break. WEEKEND WATCH: Fleishman is in Trouble Kaleidoscope To Watch in Chronological Order “Violet: 24 Years Before the Heist” “Green: 7 Years Before the Heist” “Yellow: 6 Weeks Before The Heist” “Orange: 3 Weeks Before the Heist” “Blue: 5 Days Before the Heist” ...
145. One Calamity After The Next, Saying Goodbye to 2022
January 06, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB2022 went out like a series of unfortunate events. There was laughter, sure, but there was also mishap after mishap, illness, and a fair bit of Mother Nature induced chaos. Terri & Melissa recap their holiday break. WEEKEND WATCH: Fleishman is in Trouble Kaleidoscope To Watch in Chronological Order “Violet: 24 Years Before the Heist” “Green: 7 Years Before the Heist” “Yellow: 6 Weeks Before The Heist” “Orange: 3 Weeks Before the Heist” “Blue: 5 Days Before the Heist” ...
144. White Lotus, Red Herring & ChatGPT
December 16, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBWhat do TPLO Surgery, The World Cup, The Rise of ChatGPT, White Lotus & TikTok have to do with each other? Not much, but that's what we're talking about on today's episode. WEEKEND WATCH White Lotus Slow Horses The Bear COCKTAILS Clarified Milk Punch Alton Brown Soothsayer All Spice Dram Mulled Cider Mix It Up with Us Terri on Instagram Melissa on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected]...
143. Holiday Gifting Ideas- These Are A Few Of Our Favorite Things
December 09, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBRunning out of gift ideas? Terri & Melissa have got you covered in today’s episode. From sourdough starters to games to weird & unusual classes, there should be something here for everyone. Don’t forget to give yourself a little something, too! RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) Games: Blank Slate Chameleon Exit Photo Stuff: Wood calendar Photo book from Shutterfly Epson FastFoto Atumtek Selfiestick/Tripod with remote Mindful...
142. The Menopausal Wise Woman with Dr. Cari Schaefer
December 02, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBDr. Cari Schaefer, DACM is the founder of Wise Woman Emerging, a platform midwifing women through the menopausal change. Her vision is to restore women with the empowerment, lost in our current culture, of this phase of life and help them find the optimal mental, spiritual and physical balance she knows is possible. Dr. Cari brings over 22 years of experience as a healthcare provider, educator and lecturer, as well as her knowledge as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a Nationally...
141. Spirited Friendsgiving, Movies & Games
November 24, 2022 16:16 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBHappy Thanksgiving! After last week’s episode with Erica Schulte King about finding friends as empty nesters, we talk about making connections in our own social communities and how we might make them stronger and more robust. We invite you to add suggestions! We’re giving gratitude for our listeners and those who have become friends. We move into holiday movie watching, game playing and a bit of imbibing Please listen to The AnnaLogues ep.53 on Gratitude. Anna has a beautiful episode a...
140 Figuring Out Who You Are, Now That The Kids Are Grown & Gone
November 18, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBWhat happens when you ask a vulnerable question about your life as an empty nester on TikTok ? Our guest, Erica Schulte King found out when she opened up on the social media app about finding it tricky making new friends. The comments that she got in her now viral video, encouraged her to take action and to arrange a meet-up of women in Minnesota who were interested in creating connections, too. She also formed a company, built a website and formed an advisory board with some of the women fr...
139. Mixing Up Midlife: A Quick Introduction
November 11, 2022 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MBFriends for 40 years, Terri & Melissa have weekly conversations with and about women who are in the most exquisite time of their lives-The Midlife years. Join them for a journey into a more adventurous life through curiosity, conversation and connection. Follow Mixing Up Midlife wherever you listen to podcasts. Mix It Up with Us Terri on Instagram Melissa on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected] Visit the Mixing U...
138. Women Over 50-Is It Too Late For Good Skin Care?
November 04, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBWe’re asking ourselves, at the ages of 57 & 58, Is it too late to start a skin care routine and do we have what it takes to keep up on all the things from cleansing, toning, cupping, moisturizing to Frownies and special pillows. We talk about 5 alternatives to botox and What the heck does Vitamin C do? The discussion turns to Pro-Aging vs, Anti-anging, Diane Von Furstenberg and taking care of yourself in an authentic way. TikTokTalk: Spiders Dogs Try It or Buy It Frownies ...
Ep. 137. What Scares You?
October 28, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBWhat scares you and keeps you up at night? On today's show we talk to a listener and fellow podcaster, Anna Garrison, who isn't scared when she meets "spirited" friends. Join us as Anna tells us her experiences photographing homes where some of the past residents still reside. Melissa is afraid of the top two most common things that scare people, but clowns, which are not on the top 5 list, freak both Terri and Melissa out. How about a jump-scare or a haunted forest? Oh, and Happy 3 year ann...
137. What Scares You?
October 28, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBWhat scares you and keeps you up at night? On today's show we talk to a listener and fellow podcaster, Anna Garrison, who isn't scared when she meets "spirited" friends. Join us as Anna tells us her experiences photographing homes where some of the past residents still reside. Melissa is afraid of the top two most common things that scare people, but clowns, which are not on the top 5 list, freak both Terri and Melissa out. How about a jump-scare or a haunted forest? Oh, and Happy 3 year ann...
136. Why Is It So Hard To Read As We Age?
October 21, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBWhy does reading, something that gives us so much joy, seem so difficult? Does listening to an audiobook count as reading? Today, Terri & Melissa talk about their difficulties with reading as they age. Melissa comes in with the science of why it may be harder to read as we age. Look below for great lists of how to make reading a habit again, what the Washington Times suggests you read at what age and what the Fairfax County Library says about audiobooks. TikTokTalk: One Thing About Me-...
135. Bad Sisters
October 14, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBHow do you feel about your hair? Does it give you confidence or is it something you barely think about? SPOILER ALERT & TRIGGER WARNING! We are talking about Bad Sisters today, the Apple TV+ dark comedy about 5 sisters in Ireland, who conspire to kill their misogynistic, emotionally abusive brother-in-law to save their sister. Hot Flash: Alex Jones to pay 1 Billion in damages to Sandy Hook Families Weekend Watch: Bad Sisters Apple TV+ TikTok Talk: Negroni Spagliato ...
134. Curiosity, Social Media, TikTok, Taylor Swift.
October 07, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBWhat do curiosity, a panic attack, whale watching and Taylor Swift all have in common? A wild ride of an episode! Terri & Melissa talk about a failed festival, root canal, whale watching, Taylor Swift & Emily Dickinson. We’ve got a hot flash, your weekend watch, more than one TikTok Talk and if you’re really lucky, you’ll get to see the poetic lyrics of the band that never was- Turned On 21. You’ll have to join us on social media to see that! Hot Flash: Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard ...
133. Living Curiously with Sarah Davanzo
September 30, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBHow is your curiosity manifesting? Cultural Strategist and Quantitative Futurist, Sarah Davanzo is back, talking about the four modalities of curiosity: Think, Feel, See & Do. It’s a wild ride of a conversation, and we loved every minute of it. Sarah DaVanzo is a Cultural Strategist and Quantitative Futurist with >70% accuracy (a.k.a. "superforecaster") who has helped over one hundred businesses future-proof. Her futurized insights have featured in Time, The New York Times, Forbes, Fast Co...
132. This Is What Happens When We're Together
September 23, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 55.7 MBFor the second time in almost 3 years, Terri and Melissa are podcasting in the same room and it's....awkward. Despite the strange feeling of podcasting in person, the hangout was so fun. There was coffee, cocktails, walks, Pickleball and lots of laughs! We're trying out new segments- let us know what you think! TikTokTalk: Butter Board Magnesium Body Butter Soften Hard Butter Hack Hot Flash: Serena Williams Retires Try It Or Buy It Face cupping Weekend Watch: The Bear ...
131. Rethink, Reconsider, Reimagine, Reset, and Reinvent with Sarah DaVanzo
September 16, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes - 17.7 MBWe're joined today by Sarah DaVanzo, a Cultural Strategist and Quantitative Futurist, who at the age of 57 took a leap with her own future and pivoted to follow her calling for a purpose driven life. Sarah is a super forecaster who has helped over one hundred businesses future-proof. After living/working internationally and cross-culturally for two decades in 22 countries, today Sarah leads the Data Office (insights, intelligence & foresight) for one of the world's most interesting sustain...
130. Trying Out Fort Collins Colorado: Land of Dogs, Beers & Bikes
September 09, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBHow do you decide on a new place to live? We take a quiz to see if Fort Collins, Colorado is Melissa’s perfect place match. Melissa talks about her experiences trying out a new town and gives some good advice for those who might be thinking of trying out a new city to retire or empty nest in and Terri finally has a cocktail. Quiz: Where Should I Live In Colorado? Cocktail: Backsliding Presbyterian Mix It Up with Us Terri on Instagram Melissa on Instagram Join the Mixing ...
129. What We Learned On A Midlife Summer Vacation
September 02, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBAnd, We're Back! When we value been busy over self-reflection, we miss out on gaining insight into who we are, what's important and how we want to show up in the world. Melissa & Terri took 6 weeks off this summer and learned a lot about themselves. Subscribe, rate and leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast. As always, thanks for listening to Mixing Up Midlife, a podcast for women over 50 who are adventurous, curious and want to have fun. Mix It Up with Us Terri on Instagram ...
128. Always Be Learning Something & What to Watch This Summer
July 08, 2022 19:16 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBTerri & Melissa have got you covered. On today’s episode, Melissa began her summer adventure- she & her husband are trying out living and working in a new state to see if it’s a place they might want to retire in. They’ve already hit the ground running with hiking and biking, but getting into the work from home routine has been a bit tougher. Terri’s summer adventures have included balancing a social life in her new community with keeping out of the neighborhood drama, trying to find a spa...
127. Building Confidence & Strength After 50 with Susan Niebergall
July 01, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBWe continue our conversation with Susan Niebergall, an online strength coach. Today, we focus on the importance and beneficial effects of strength training for women over 50. We discuss how the act of becoming strong in our bodies, affects our mindset and our confidence. Susan even credits the feeling of power in her body with making her feel strong enough to start a business after the age of 50. We get into the specifics of how to begin an effective strength training practice - even wi...
126. The Importance of Protein & Building Muscle As We Age with Online Strength Coach Susan Niebergall
June 24, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBSusan Niebergall, an online strength coach, podcaster & author joins us to talk about her journey into becoming a strength coach in her 50’s after years of yo-yo dieting. She educates us on the importance of protein, how we begin to lose muscle mass in our 30’s, but it’s not hopeless! We can begin building it back through strength training at any age and we don’t have to be genetically gifted! Today’s episode is part 1 of a two part series with Susan. We hope you enjoy the conversation as m...
125. Should You Start A Youtube Channel After 50?
June 17, 2022 16:38 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBTerri & Melissa have set forth their summer challenge: Start a YouTube channel! Can they do it without making too much work for themselves and should they do it at all? If you identify as a woman in her 50s or older and want to learn along with us as we begin our Youtube journey, get in touch and we'll create some community co-working sessions. Weekend Watch: Stranger Things Love on the Spectrum Past episodes mentioned: Episode 108 with Linda McCarthy, Boudoir Photographer Ep...
124. Gatekeeping Kate Bush and Stranger Things
June 10, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes - 17.1 MBWhy would anyone want to "gate-keep" the genius that is Kate Bush? Stranger Things featured the 1985 classic in the Season 4 episode Dear Billy and then TikTok took over, with younger creators claiming they "own" Kate Bush and are gatekeeping the song. What does the term mean anyway? TikTok creator, PotterybyDanielle has a great response with suggestions of other iconic 80's musicians including Peter Gabriel, Tori Amos and Natalie Merchant of 10,000 Maniacs. Woman of the Week: Kate Bush...
123. Coastal Grandmother Is Nothing New
June 03, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 26.4 MBCoastal Grandmother may be a newly coined term, but the aesthetic has been around for ages. Terri & Melissa are back together (virtually), after Melissa's real and true vacation on Cape Cod.What is Coastal Grandmother and why has the term gained popularity since being coined by TikTok influencer Lex Nicoleta? Terri has her theories. Our Women of the Week: Kelly McGillis Quote The Wander Women Weekend Watch: Top Gun Maverick Knight & Day Stranger Things Episode ...
122. Living Large In Your Own Story with Mary V
May 27, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes - 17.6 MBWe've got author, blogger and friend, Mary V back on the show! We talk about her focus on sharing stories of women over 50 who are living large in their own contentedness. We talk about social media, visibility and a slew of other things. Weekend Watch: The Honorable Woman Julia Cocktail of the Week: Bev- zero sugar, sparkling wine in a CAN Check out Mary's website & blog and get ready to be inspired! Visit Mary: on Instagram on Medium Mix It Up with Us Terri on Inst...
121. Facing Your Swim Body: Bikinis After 50
May 13, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes - 17.6 MBShow Description: Would you wear a bikini? Terri & Melissa get ready to dive into summer with a discussion prompted by an article in the Washington Post, by novelist ….While Terri feels like her daily swim “bikini” is fine for her eyes and her pool, she’s not likely to invite the neighbors for a pool party wearing it. Where is the close-to-60, ex-super model who got hit hard with the menopause middle that we can look up to? Paulina Porizkova isn’t it! Woman of the Week: Leslie Morgan S...
120. Are You Ever Done Parenting?
May 06, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 21.5 MBWhen does parenting stop? Will you be the same kind of grandparent that your parents were? It seems like the answer is no, even when your kids buy their own homes and start their own lives, which made us think about our own moms and the kind of grandparents they were. We Tok about Women Over 50 making life interesting on TikTok and starting a YouTube channel (it’s a funny moment). TikTokTalk / Woman of the Week: Martha Stewart Clé de Peau Weekend Watch: Russian Doll Gentleman ...
119. Women Over 50, Meet A Friend You Haven't Met Yet : Sister Stay
April 29, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 29 MBSue-Anne Mayne is the founder of SisterStay, a friendly homestay community of personally verified 50+ women who open their doors to one another & make solo travel more accessible and less intimidating. We’re obsessed with the possibilities! Sue-Anne joins us for a Weekend Watch and gives us not only a cocktail, but a cordial made from foraged elderflowers. Sister Stay Info: Website Instagram Facebook Cocktail of the Week: Elderflower Collins: 1.5 parts Vodka 1 part Lemon ...
118. Johnny Depp & Jury Duty
April 22, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 21 MBMelissa was *this close* to being a juror on the Johnny Depp trial. Not really, but she’s still salty that Fairfax County ruthlessly cut her from jury duty. Terri is serving end of May. Would you want to be on a high profile case? We talk parallel lives, then we circle back on the Ultimatum & our predictions. We celebrate our Woman of the Week, do a quick TikTok Talk, Weekend Watch and make a COCKTAIL! Gentleman’s Club Ladies Invited Gin Bowl: 2.5 oz Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry Gin .5...
117. Taking A New City For A Test Drive & The Ultimatum
April 15, 2022 14:05 - 33 minutes - 27.5 MBHow do you decide where to live, when you can live almost anywhere? Melissa is in the planning stages of a one month test drive of a new city. Terri rethinks the High School reunion question of take it or leave it. Maybe the challenge IS to go. Weekend Watch: The Ultimatum-Netflix Resources & Sources: Livability Terri on Instagram Melissa on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected] Visit the Mixing Up Midlife...
116. Living For The Obituary and 80's Fashion
April 08, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBWhat if we dared ourselves to do things to make our obituaries more interesting? It's not a sad or as morbid as you might think. We share our thought on a Colorado woman who did just that and tried out for the Denver Bronco Cheerleaders. Diane Reitz and the Bronco’s 21 Most Popular 80’s Fashion Trends to Dress In 2022 Weekend Watch Slow Horses Severance Severance: A Post Show Recap TikTok Talk King’s Coast Coffee Golden Brown Coffee ...