Best Romance In Midlife Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus Episode: Chip Conley on the Upside of Aging and Learning to Love Midlife 52:04

6m ago52:04

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Mixed feelings about midlife? Do not miss this jolt of inspiration from midlife OG and NYT bestselling author Chip Conley. In this A Certain Age bonus episode, we explore Chip’s latest book, “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Life Gets Better with Age,” an optimistic blueprint for making your 40s to 70s the best decades of your life. Drawing on …

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Ep 50: Celebrating 50 in Style with Jodi Geline: Breaking Free, Finding Joy & Healing from Within... 1:09:22

3h ago1:09:22

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Welcome to an extra special show today! I am excited about two things! 1) We are celebrating 50 episodes of the Living Big Mindfully Podcast – which is amazing to me! And, proves once again, that it's never too late to follow your dreams! And, 2) I’m honored to spend time with Jodi Geline... Jodi is a health expert and creator of the Heal from With…

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Mixed Feelings About Your Empty Nest? Author Karla Olson Shares Ideas to Thrive as Your Kids Fly the Coop 45:46

6d ago45:46

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Does the phrase “empty nest” conjure feelings of freedom or sadness? Millions of parents struggle with mixed emotions as their children head to college and the real world. If a fast-approaching empty nest has you wondering—what’s next for me?— this week’s show has answers. Host Katie Fogarty connects with author Karla Olson, who shares lessons and …

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#187: Discover How Alise Turned Her Knitting Passion into a Profitable Business! 30:34

11d ago30:34

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Meet Alise Kabakoff: Welcome to KnitMeSewMe.com Here you'll find the finest handcrafted specialties for infants, toddlers, children and adults. Knit Me Sew Me is truly a labor of love. I have been knitting, crocheting and sewing for over 57 years. My family and friends were so impressed with the quality of my work that they kept encouraging me to s…

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What’s the Deal with Testosterone Therapy? And How Does It Impact Libido, Energy and Overall Health? 47:20

10d ago47:20

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Testosterone therapy is suddenly all over the news (again) as actress Kate Winslet shares how it turbocharged her sex life. In today’s show, host Katie Fogarty does a deep dive into testosterone and testosterone therapy with board-certified OB/GYN and leading menopause and sexual health expert Dr. Maria Sophocles. We cover the misunderstood role of…

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The Libido Comeback: Empowering Women to Rediscover Intimacy After 50 47:01

2h ago47:01

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Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we dive deep into how women over 50 can reignite their intimacy and feel empowered! 💥 Dr. Cari Schaefer, founder of Your Menopause Midwife, shares her expertise on why so many women feel isolated when it comes to sexual health issues during menopause – and more importantly, what to do about it! Feeli…

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Ep 49: Redefining Mid-Life: Carol Covino's Insights on Hormone Health, Auto-Immune Management, & Embracing Change 40:11

8d ago40:11

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That’s the voice of Carol Covino… Today, on Living Big Mindfully I am excited to be sharing this inspirational, heartfelt conversation with you… Carol is a certified menopause specialist and fitness and nutrition coach for women over 50 who want to optimize their health through nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle. Carol starts by sharing more about …

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Healing Relationships: Reclaim the Masculine and Feminine Within with Dené Logan 1:01:22

9d ago1:01:22

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In North America, we’re conditioned from an early age to cultivate specific components of our full personalities and curtail others. For people socialized as girls, traditionally “feminine” qualities such as softspokenness and emotional exploration are encouraged, while assertiveness is discouraged. For people socialized as boys, qualities like tou…

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Understanding Midlife Weight Gain, Obesity and Buzzy Weight Loss Drugs with Endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen 44:51

18d ago44:51

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Today, we do a deep dive into midlife weight gain and the impact of fluctuating hormones on body composition and health with triple board-certified physician and obesity expert Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen. Dr. Salas-Whalen walks us through the “perfect storm” that links roller coaster midlife hormones to weight gain, gives us a primer on popular weight-…

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The 1% Rule: How We Learn from Relationships with Andrea Miller 40:21

16d ago40:21

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Founder and CEO of YourTango, Andrea Miller, joins Dr. Share to share the power of being a lifelong “seeker” of relational wisdom. Andrea has dedicated her life to connecting her audience with relationship experts and celebrating relational wisdom, and today, invites us into her journey of opening herself up to love’s lessons. Relevant links: Learn…

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Midlife Crisis? Reinvent your Life after 40! 22:13

15d ago22:13

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Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ Are you feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or just blah? You might be experiencing a midlife crisis, but here’s the good news—you don’t have to stay there! 🎉 This episode is your guide to turning this phase into a powerful pivot point in your life. I’ll be sharing 5 actionable tips to help you reinvent yourself and create a…

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Ep 48: Healing Our Bodies & Mastering Our Minds with Denise Schonwald! 54:31

30d ago54:31

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Today, on Living Big Mindfully I am excited to be sharing this insightful conversation with you… Denise Schonwald is an author, a nationally licensed mental health counselor, and she’s worked as a registered nurse for 30 years. Denise is passionate about understanding energy, the body/mind connection, and making a positive impact on lives. Denise s…

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Love and Loss: Expanding Compassion as You Grieve with J.S. Park 47:23

23d ago47:23

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Loss and grief are universal and profoundly human. The death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a trauma that drastically shifts the trajectory of a life—each spurs a unique grieving process that can be difficult to navigate for both the people grieving and their support systems. As a chaplain at a Level One Trauma Center in Florida, J.S. P…

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#186: Why use Sherri Rosen Publicity for your next book? Could it be because it is Bold, Brilliant, Bodacious publicity that works! This is an encore presentation. 41:31

18d ago41:31

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Subtitle Connect with Sherri Rosen What Can We Do For You At Sherri Rosen Publicity? At Sherri Rosen, we can help connect you to proven publicity channels that will carry you towards your success. We can launch your product into the marketplace and implement... Description Connect with Sherri Rosen What Can We Do For You At Sherri Rosen Publicity? …

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Why starting a YouTube Channel in Your 40s will Change Your Life! 19:26

1M ago19:26

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🌟Think you're too old to start a YouTube channel?🌟 Think again! Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I’m giving you not one, not two, but TEN reasons why starting a YouTube channel after 40 will transform your life. Discover how you can build confidence, connect with a global community, and create a legacy for your family and so much mo…

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Safe Conversations: The Healing Power of Listening with Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt and Dr. Harville Hendrix 47:29

1M ago47:29

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What happens when we listen and are listened to more fully, forging a deeper connection? Decades of research tell us that the brain undergoes physiological changes when we begin to “talk without criticizing, listen without judgment, and connect beyond difference.” This is the definition of dialogue coined by today’s guests, Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt a…

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A Certain Age Turns Four! A Birthday Show with Katie Fogarty and a Special Co-Host 55:59

25d ago55:59

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Wait, what? A Certain Age is four! How in the world is that possible? Join us as Katie turns over the podcast mic to special co-host author Laura Belgray to celebrate four years of podcasting and aging out loud. Grab a coffee, get some wine—we are chatting all things aging, plastic surgery, coloring your hair, the magic of being a late-blooming “ma…

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Bonus Episode: Annabel Monaghan Gives Swoony Beach Books a Midlife Makeover with “Summer Romance” 45:22

29d ago45:22

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Need a summer escape? Grab your sunblock and pull up a beach chair for our chat with bestselling author Annabel Monaghan. We're diving into her latest rom-com, “Summer Romance,” which follows Ali Morris, a professional organizer whose life is anything but organized. Smart, bingeable, and laugh-out-loud funny, “Summer Romance” is a refreshingly cold…

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Ep 47: Exploring Grief, Joy & Rebuilding Confidence with 'Midlife Maverick' Alison Jacobson 31:05

2M ago31:05

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Today, on Living Big Mindfully I am excited to be sharing this powerful conversation with you… Alison, also known as the Midflife Maverick is a testament to resilience. And, Wow! What a story this woman has! Alison is an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and author - who has a gift for empowering people to rediscover their goals, rebuild confidence, an…

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Ten Essential Skills for Navigating Conflict (Part Two) (Re-release) 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

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In this two-part series, Dr. Alexandra shares ten essential skills for couples struggling with routine conflict in their relationship. Offering strategies from her couples therapy practice, Dr. Alexandra provides new language and ways of thinking about arguments that promote empathy and care, shifting couples into a "we" perspective so that they ca…

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#185: How One Man's Mission is Making Rapid Psychological Breakthroughs! 50:25

1M ago50:25

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Connect with Andre Hoffmann: Andre is the CEO of the Doctor of Self-Worth. He helps business leaders and individuals who experience inner struggles, self-doubt, feeling exhausted from working hard and plagued by negative thinking. He removes the internal conflicts and struggles from their mind to achieve confidence and inner peace rapidly. By gaini…

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Entrepreneur Carrie Kerpen Built an 8-Figure Business Being Likeable. Now, She Wants to Put More Money in the Hands of More Women 38:58

2M ago38:58

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Have you ever dreamed of starting and selling a business? Entrepreneur Carrie Kerpen co-founded the agency Likeable, sold that business for 8-figures, and now teaches women founders how to successfully sell their businesses and bank as much cash as possible. We explore Carrie’s improbable, one-of-a-kind business origin story (seriously, do not miss…

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Dating in Your 50s: Mastering the New Rules of Romance 40:33

2M ago40:33

40:33

Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by New York based life coach and relationship expert Laurie Gerber, who shares her wisdom and practical advice on navigating the modern dating landscape. Whether you're newly single or a seasoned dater, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you master the new rules of rom…

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Ten Essential Skills for Navigating Conflict (Part One) (Re-release) 40:38

2M ago40:38

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In this two-part series, Dr. Alexandra shares ten essential skills for couples struggling with routine conflict in their relationship. Offering strategies from her couples therapy practice, Dr. Alexandra provides new language and ways of thinking about arguments that promote empathy and care, shifting couples into a "we" perspective so that they ca…

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Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving with Dr. Allison Applebaum 58:52

1M ago58:52

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Getting to midlife means the people we love are aging too. Caregiving for aging parents (or loved ones tackling major illnesses) can take a toll on your physical and mental health, career, and personal life. In this week's episode, Katie delves into the complexities of caregiving with renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Allison Applebaum, author of …

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Living Small Over 50 with Dr. Tiny 27:10

2M ago27:10

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Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Michele Williams, also known as Dr. Tiny. Michele's mission is to challenge the status quo of housing by promoting tiny homes as a sustainable and affordable option for individuals and communities. Her nonprofit, Coba Us, aims to connect, organize, build, and advance smal…

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Bonus Episode: Catherine Newman Cracks Open Her Instant NYT Bestseller Sandwich 50:44

1M ago50:44

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A special bonus episode: Hear the debut episode of our brand new sister podcast, The Midlife Book Club. Listen in as author Catherine Newman brings us to Cape Cod's salty, sandy shores to crack open her instant New York Times bestseller "Sandwich." The book unspools over a weeklong family vacation as the main character, Rocky, navigates memories, m…

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Ep 46: Reclaiming Dreams: From Toxicity to Empowerment with Meggan Lanahan... 51:49

2M ago51:49

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That’s the voice of Meggan Lanahan Today on Living Big Mindfully I am honored to be connecting with Meggan. Meggan is a writer, entrepreneur, and coloring book author who came close to losing herself – and her dreams - due to a toxic work environment. Thankfully, today, Meggan is on the other side of all that – living intentionally - and supporting…

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The Parent-Child Bond: Removing Blame & Accessing Joy with Dafna Lender 52:07

2M ago52:07

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Family therapy expert Dafna Lender and Dr. Alexandra explore the complexities of the parent-child relationship. With 25 years of experience, Dafna has a deep understanding of how a child’s difficult behaviors and a parent’s reactivity can clash and land a family into a therapist’s office. Dafna explains how to disrupt this cycle by removing blame, …

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#184: Transform Your Midlife: Join Thousands of Women with Beverley Glazer's Coaching! 52:54

2M ago52:54

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Terry Lohrbeer host of Kickass Boomers My name is Terry Lohrbeer and I am your host for Kickass Boomers. This year in July of 2024 I turned 74 years young. I started Kickass Boomers almost 4 years ago to fulfill a dream to inspire and teach others like the all-time great Zig Ziglar. He was the definitive inspirational speaker for many many years. W…

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Brighten and Hydrate Your Midlife Skin with Lorrie King of Caire Beauty 39:16

2M ago39:16

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Is the hormonal roller coaster of midlife taking a toll on your skin? As estrogen exists, collagen declines, and we wind up with thinning skin, loss of elasticity, dark circles, and dullness. Want new tools to brighten, nourish, and hydrate your skin? Katie and Lorrie King, a co-founder of Caire Beauty, dive into serums, hyaluronic acid, peptides, …

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5 Life Lessons from Living with Chronic Pain at 50+ 20:19

2M ago20:19

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Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ *NOTE: There has been a diagnosis made since this recording, so look out for part 2 which will be coming soon! In this somewhat vulnerable episode, I'm sharing my personal story of living with chronic pain and invisible illness, along with 5 life lessons I've learned along the way. From my early struggles with endome…

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Midlife Transitions: How to Lean in Rather than Resist the ‘Messy Middle’ with Chip Conley 47:36

2M ago47:36

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When it comes to life stages, “midlife” often gets the short end of the stick. We speak about adolescence and retirement as vistas rich with opportunity and possibility while we joke about midlife and its related crises. However, when we adopt an affectionate perspective, opportunity and joy prove to be just as possible in this “messy middle” stage…

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ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka 54:00

2M ago54:00

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) isn't just a childhood condition. Diagnoses for adult women are surging, yet many struggle for years undiagnosed. Today, we're diving deep into ADHD with Tracy Otsuka, a certified ADHD coach and author of “ADHD for Smart Ass Women: How to Fall in Love with Your Neurodivergent Brain,” whose wildly popu…

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It's Never Too Late for an Unexpected Adventure! 23:43

2M ago23:43

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* Please note: the quality of audio is not the best in this recording, but Sarma's story is too fun not to share! Welcome to another episode of the Rocking Midlife Podcast where we are talking about how it is never too late for an unexpected adventure! Meet Sarma Burdeu, a wife, mother, and grandmother who’s turned retirement into an exciting adven…

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Ep 45: From Rock Bottom to Vertical Momentum: 'Comeback Coach' Richard Kauffman Shares His Journey... 1:03:05

2M ago1:03:05

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Today on Living Big Mindfully I am excited to connect with Richard - also known as the Comeback Coach - through his books and his massive podcast Vertical Momentum - Richard has helped hundreds of thousands of people. So, two things: Richard has an incredibly powerful story and this is a MUST LISTEN conversation. We take a deep dive into: Recoverin…

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Ditch the “Shoulds”: How Feminism Improves Your Love Life with Kara Loewentheil 56:41

2M ago56:41

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Research shows that gender socialization plays out most rigidly in our intimate relationships. How do we learn to separate our thoughts and actions from our socialization? In this episode, podcaster, author, and feminist coach Kara Loewentheil joins Dr. Alexandra for an expansive conversation that confronts the ways in which patriarchy influences o…

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Season 3 - Episode 3 43:46

2M ago43:46

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Kallie faces expulsion from the university for using SEB. Clementine stands with Kallie at the tribunal to decide her fate. Clementine learns that the university is going to decommission SEB. Clementine decides to rescue the SEB, with the help of Kallie and Cognos. The Director tells Grace where Fenn B is and Grace vows to save him. Laine suspects …

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Season 3 - Episode 5 26:44

2M ago26:44

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Grace fails to save FanBoy. Sadly, she returns to Earth, in time for Girls Night Out's first gig at the Shameful Tiki. While the Grace, Laine and Clementine are performing on stage, FanBoy appears in the audience. He leaves a note for Grace, inviting her to their favourite meeting place - a cliff by the sea. Grace rushes to meet him, but the rendez…

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Season 3 - Episode 4 34:44

2M ago34:44

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Grace tries to rescue FanBoy with the Director's help, but it doesn't go to plan. Clementine discovers that the Pro-Cull Alliance has hacked and corrupted Cognos, making a 100% cull of humans possible. Clementine tries to reboot Cognos, but she can't from Earth. Grace has to do it from the Laniakea. Meanwhile, as LifeStream nano-drones run rampant …

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Season 3 - Episode 2 30:09

3M ago30:09

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Feelrite offers Grace a plum job. Fenn B is tried and convicted of interfering in the reality of Earth and given a harsh sentence. The Director loses his job and Zanditha Ess gets a promotion. Zanditha has a brilliant plan for Earth that involves Tasha Van Fielein and a sinister biotechnology firm called LifeStream. Kallie is struggling at the writ…

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Season 3 - Episode 1 39:28

3M ago39:28

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The Director is safe, but the Pro-Cull Alliance is stepping up its efforts to eliminate humans from Earth. Fenn B takes Grace, Laine and Clementine to a frozen wasteland to practice their powers on a real crisis. Kallie asks Grace for permission to attend a writers workshop - what could possibly go wrong? Mike gives Grace some very surprising news.…

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#183: Becoming One: A Historical Second Chance Romance by Richard Skorupski now available is today's topic of conversation with Terry! 52:35

2M ago52:35

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Meet Richard Skorupski After a 21 year career in the U.S. Navy, Richard returned home to his native state of New Jersey. He followed his passion for the open waters and started a second career in the marine parts business. However, the dense population of New Jersey and its high cost of living compelled Richard and his wife, Cheryl, to find a more …

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Thriving with Chronic Illness with Nitika Chopra of Chronicon 48:18

2M ago48:18

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Imagine living with chronic pain for years, feeling isolated. That's the reality for millions. Wellness thought leader and chronic illness advocate Nitika Chopra knows this reality all too well—she has had a chronic condition for most of her life, battling pain, depression, and years of being confined to her bed in her early 20s. Now, at 43, she ru…

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How to get your Love Breakthrough! 34:45

3M ago34:45

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Welcome back to the Rocking Midlife® Podcast! In this exciting season opener, I speak with Junie Moon, a renowned global love mentor and CEO of “Midlife Love Out Loud.” She specializes in helping women achieve breakthroughs in love and live vibrant, fulfilling lives. During our conversation, Junie shares her transformative journey from self-doubt t…

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Relational Ambivalence: Should I Stay or Should I Go? (Part Two) (Re-release) 45:55

3M ago45:55

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In the second part of the "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" series, Dr. Alexandra continues the conversation about Relational Ambivalence and offers listeners eight things they can do to help them move from stuckness to clarity. Relevant links: Listen to Part One of this series Get the Relational Ambivalence worksheet "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" …

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Modern Friendships and How to Make a New Old Friend with Anna Goldfarb 51:22

2M ago51:22

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We have hundreds of friends on Facebook and the power to contact our besties with the swipe of a smartphone, yet we live in a loneliness epidemic. If you want tools for making and nurturing friendships, on today’s show, Katie interviews journalist and author Anna Goldfarb about findings from her new book Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most V…

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Ep 44: Exploring Creativity, Passion & Purpose with Author Pat Backley... 53:43

3M ago53:43

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Today on Living Big Mindfully I am so excited to be connecting with Pat Backley. Pat, has a truly inspirational story, full of twists, turns, joys & challenges. Pat found the love of writing in her early 70’s. In the last 3 years Pat has authored & published 8 books including the popular Abandoned Wives Handbook. Listen in as Pat shares her beautif…

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Relational Ambivalence: Should I Stay or Should I Go? (Part One) (Re-release) 38:46

3M ago38:46

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On today's episode, Dr. Alexandra explores the complicated question that many of us have faced at some point in our lives: Should I stay in this relationship, or should I leave? If you're unsure of what the wisest path forward is, and you're hoping to proceed with compassion for your partner and yourself, this episode is for you. Relevant links: Ge…

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The Untold Story of Women in Cocktails + Perfect Summer Drink Recipes with Nicola Nice of The Cocktail Parlor 52:53

3M ago52:53

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If you like uncorking the perfect drink or learning the hidden stories of women too often written out of history, this week’s show is for you. Meet Dr. Nicola Nice, sociologist, spirits entrepreneur, and author of The Cocktail Parlor: How Women Brought The Cocktail Home. Nicola shakes up and sets straight the (overwhelmingly male) record of drinks …

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