Best Life After Eighty Podcasts (2024)

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From Old Friends to Adult Friends: Jenny Calcoen, Age 52 33:57

5d ago33:57

33:57

Today’s episode is all about adult friendships because we don’t talk enough about what it takes to keep old friends and make new ones. Friendships require work just like romantic relationships, and today’s episode breaks it all down, from friendship expectations to being ghosted in friendships, saying “I love you” in friendships, how to ask people …

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French politics: Working with the enemy 12:23

12d ago12:23

12:23

On June 9, French President Emmanuel Macron took France by surprise. He dissolved the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament, sending the French to the ballot boxes for snap parliamentary elections. After his party's poor showing in the first round of voting, the president could find himself in a scenario known as "cohabitation", where th…

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Racism, ruin & resounding success: The epic life of French author Alexandre Dumas 12:01

19d ago12:01

12:01

In this week's show, we retrace the turbulent life of 19th-century French writer Alexandre Dumas. The wildly successful mixed-race author faced racism, financial ruin and ghostwriter allegations during his lifetime. It was only 132 years after his death that his remains were laid to rest at the Pantheon mausoleum, in 2002. We retell the story of ho…

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Molly at This Age on Acceptance 7:28

19d ago7:28

7:28

She’s back! It's a day late but not even a penny short. Today, Molly talks about acceptance. Do you really need complete love and acceptance of your current life circumstance before you can get the thing (or person) you really want? She says, definitely not. BUT there is great value in accepting where you are right now, and Molly talks you through …

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France's Olympic champions: What it takes to win gold 12:05

25d ago12:05

12:05

Only a few dozen French nationals have gone down in history as Olympic champions. Pole vaulter Jean Galfione, judoka Emilie Andéol and swimmer Alain Bernard tell FRANCE 24 about the day that changed their lives. From their preparation, to their emotions during the competition, to their subsequent careers, this is the story of three gold medallists …

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Replay! From Ordained Minister to Landscape Design: Lola Wright, Age 43 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

Lola Wright and her inimitable charisma join me on the pod today! Lola is a TEDx speaker, ordained minister, jazz singer, life guide, mother, partner, a gazillion more things, and now a landscape design business owner. We, of course, talk about her journey through recent changes. Lola dives into her views on community building and why it’s importan…

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Eighty years since D-Day: Remembering Normandy's summer of sacrifice 11:55

1M ago11:55

11:55

Between the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944 and the liberation of Paris on August 25 lies the Battle of Normandy. For three months, the Allied forces fought fiercely against the Wehrmacht of Nazi Germany. From heavily bombed towns, to relentless artillery fire and hand-to-hand combat in the "Falaise pocket", Normandy was ravaged and civilians were t…

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Paris 2024: Will the River Seine be Olympics-ready? 11:53

2M ago11:53

11:53

In this week's show we take a deep dive into the Seine, to find out how Paris's river is preparing for the 2024 Olympics. We see how authorities are racing against time to boost security, curb pollution and keep visitors entertained. With just a few weeks to go before the opening ceremony, one question remains: Will the Seine actually be swimmable?…

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Replay! Out of Shape & Afraid of Aging to Movement Coach & Anti-Ageism Advocate: David Wilson, Age 63 38:11

2M ago38:11

38:11

When David Wilson was in his 50s, he believed all sorts of stories about what his age meant about his physical capabilities. Now, David is a leader in the movement and anti-ageism communities. Today, he shares his ideas on how to have a thoughtful and productive movement practice as we age and how to let go of our own agist narratives. If you are s…

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Assisted dying in France: The ultimate freedom? 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

French lawmakers are set to debate a new text on assisted dying in France, a parliamentary marathon that could last until the summer of 2025. France currently allows deep sedation but medically-assisted suicide remains illegal. It is a topic that is deeply divisive in France; to find out why, we went to meet patients and caregivers who campaign for…

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Molly at This Age on Feeling Less Alone 7:48

2M ago7:48

7:48

In today's mini episode, Molly helps you understand why it's important to share your internal thoughts and feelings to bring about positive changes in your life. Everyone wants to be understood, but often we're afraid to share too much, or we don't know how to start. This episode will give you some easy and not-so-scary ways to start sharing your s…

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Paris's Grand Palais: A rare glimpse at a colossal renovation project 11:41

3M ago11:41

11:41

It's a colossus of glass, metal, and stone with a location that makes all the other Paris monuments envious. Located between the Seine and the Champs-Élysées, the Grand Palais was built for the 1900 Exposition Universelle world fair to showcase French art. Closed three years ago for its first complete renovation in history, it's getting a second le…

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From Checking all the Boxes to Living Aligned: Scott McAllister, Age 52 36:34

3M ago36:34

36:34

Scott McAllister, an executive coach and public speaker, joins the pod today to speak about his journey to finding his North Star and living a more fulfilling life. Scott shares how he felt unfulfilled despite having checked all the boxes of what society deems successful and how he dug deeper to discover what truly mattered to him. Molly and Scott …

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The Surrealist Manifesto: Marking a century of avant-garde art 12:30

3M ago12:30

12:30

In 1924, French poet André Breton wrote a short text with fellow poet and compatriot Louis Aragon that was to send ripples through the world of art and literature, providing a blueprint for the avant-garde movements of the 20th century. One century later, we take a look at how the Surrealist Manifesto prompted an intellectual and artistic revolutio…

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Notre-Dame, five years after the flames: A symbol of resilience 11:07

3M ago11:07

11:07

Exactly five years ago, the world watched in horror as Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral was ravaged by flames. Today, carpenters and artisans are hammering away to meet a December 8 deadline for the Gothic landmark's grand reopening. Spectators attending the Paris Olympics this summer will already be able to admire the renovated structure from the outs…

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Molly at This Age on Receiving Feedback 7:45

3M ago7:45

7:45

Today, Molly talks about how to discern between good and bad feedback. She highlights the significance of believing and absorbing positive feedback and how it can impact our lives. Molly shares a personal experience of asking for feedback from close people and how it helped her discern between feedback that was truly about her and feedback that was…

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Ethical chocolate in France: A sweet endeavour 10:38

3M ago10:38

10:38

Nearly three quarters of French people eat chocolate once a week, consuming an average of 7 kilos per year. But what seems a simple indulgence has a dark side: cacao farming has resulted in massive deforestation. Reports of child labour and farmers who are often unfairly paid have tarnished the industry. Despite all this, chocolate has been conside…

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From Married to Single & Rediscovering Her Love of Life: Christine Kaplan, Age 60 37:58

3M ago37:58

37:58

Christine Kaplan, Molly’s personal life coach, has joined the pod today to share her story about how she mentally prepared to move on from her marriage and all the tools she used to help her through that experience. Join us to hear about Christine’s mindset journey and how much she’s loving life, now. Key takeaways: - Reflecting on our choices and …

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Wanted: A place to live in Paris 12:30

4M ago12:30

12:30

The race for accommodation in Paris could be an Olympic sport in itself. The number of rentals available is plummeting while prices are soaring, yet real estate agents are overwhelmed with demand. From short-term rentals to efficiency upgrades, prospective tenants are paying the price for the ongoing crisis. We take a closer look.…

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Molly at This Age on Why Change is Easier for Some Than Others 8:35

4M ago8:35

8:35

Have you ever felt frustrated that life appears to be easier for others while you seem to be struggling? It's easy to feel overwhelmed and even resentful. In today's episode, you'll discover why some individuals can achieve their goals more easily than others and what it takes to believe you can achieve your goals, too. If you're struggling with th…

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Open Sourcery: France’s unpredictable pact with AI 11:19

4M ago11:19

11:19

Text, code, speech, image and even video: you can now create anything in a flash thanks to generative artificial intelligence. This world-changing innovation presents an opportunity for France, which hasn’t been a leader in tech since the dawn of the internet. The French government is currently investing 1.5 billion euros into AI, and has champione…

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Russian dissidents in France: The price of exile, far from Putin's Russia 12:22

4M ago12:22

12:22

On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of its neighbour, upending the lives of millions of Ukrainians. But the conflict also changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of Russians opposed to the war. Some left for Armenia, Georgia or Turkey, while others requested asylum in France. It was the start of a long road, far from the …

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Molly at This Age on Feeling Angry 8:14

4M ago8:14

8:14

Anger is the most uncomfortable emotion for me, and when I’m angry I struggle with what to do with that emotion and how to express it. But there’s value in feeling angry, as with any emotion, and so I’ve learned how to “play” with my emotions, choose which emotion and response I want in a given situation, and today I teach you how you can, too. In …

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Missak Manouchian: A stateless hero enters France's Panthéon 11:53

5M ago11:53

11:53

His life was worthy of a novel. An Armenian orphan who arrived in France as a stateless refugee and became a poet and Communist activist, Missak Manouchian was a figure of the French Resistance during World War II. Exactly 80 years to the day after his execution by the Nazis, Manouchian is taking his place in the Panthéon mausoleum alongside France…

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From Feeling Stuck in Financial Safety to Living in Alignment: Karsten Alva-Jorgensen, Age 58 38:13

5M ago38:13

38:13

Feeling stuck in a job or career that does not fulfill you? Do you feel like your growth path is different from those around you? Today, my guest shares helpful insights into his career change from corporate to coaching, which took two attempts. We then delve into what it takes to make that leap and how you can find support if you're struggling. On…

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Join the parade! Carnival season kicks off in France 10:59

5M ago10:59

10:59

It's an annual celebration of ruckus and revelry: carnival season has kicked off in France, bringing an explosion of colour to the grey months of winter. From the Latin "carne vale" meaning "farewell to meat", the ancient festival has evolved into a collective moment of excess ahead of the Christian period of Lent. From overseas in Guadeloupe, to d…

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Molly at This Age on Handling Derailed Plans 7:33

5M ago7:33

7:33

Let’s discuss unexpected situations that might derail our New Year’s resolutions and goals. On my second solo episode, I share my experience of signing up for a marathon but potentially being unable to participate due to a hurt MCL and the disappointment that came with it. In this episode, I talk about: - Alternative ways to get to your goals. - Ho…

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From 1924 to 2024: Spotlight on the Paris Olympics, then and now 11:58

6M ago11:58

11:58

Paris is preparing to hold the Olympics this summer, but did you know that the last time the French capital hosted the Games was exactly 100 years ago? Much has been forgotten about the 1924 Olympics, but records were broken, champions were made and more women athletes took part than ever before. FRANCE 24's Stéphanie Trouillard and Claire Paccalin…

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From a Bottle of Vodka/Night to Climbing Mountains: Sober Dave, Age 59 36:04

6M ago36:04

36:04

Dave Wilson, AKA Sober Dave, takes us through his journey from drinking a liter of vodka every night to getting sober and climbing mountains and all the ups and downs and how he got through. If you need some inspiration to get you over the “dry January” finish line, if you’ve been “sober curious”, or if you struggle like Dave, this episode will mak…

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Guadeloupe in murky waters: French islands hit by wastewater treatment scandal 13:43

6M ago13:43

13:43

Located in the heart of the French Caribbean, Guadeloupe is best known for its beaches, rivers and waterfalls. But beyond the postcard image, more than 70 percent of wastewater treatment plants in the island are out of order – or nearly – despite significant funding, particularly from the European Union. The result is a health and environmental cat…

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From Married to Divorced & Living Her Dream: Vicki Landers, Age 53 31:53

6M ago31:53

31:53

Do you ever feel like making one major change in your life could cause everything else to fall apart? Like that one thing that you are not happy with, whether it's a job or a relationship that you are settling for, is responsible for holding up everything else that's good in your life. But what if you looked at it from a different perspective? What…

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A cake fit for a king: Exploring France's 'galette des rois' tradition 10:32

6M ago10:32

10:32

It's a pastry that's synonymous with the month of January in France. At the start of every year the "galette des rois", or king cake, fills bakeries across the country and there's one to suit everyone's taste. In this show, we find out more about the origins of this French culinary tradition which, contrary to popular belief, doesn't date back to t…

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Molly at This Age on Feeling EVERYTHING 8:12

7M ago8:12

8:12

The holidays can be full of hard emotions, and if you’re anything like I used to be, you’re doing everything to avoid those emotions. But avoiding hard emotions won’t make them go away. This is my very first solo episode, and I hope it helps you feel a little less alone and a little more comfortable knowing how to feel your feelings and move throug…

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