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Getting older sucks, but midlife doesn’t have to. I’ll be coming at you once a week with a whole hour of fun aimed at the middle children of society, Gen-Xers. We’ll talk entertainment, books, health and wellness, work, nostalgia, cool gadgets, weird news, hobbies and travel, and most importantly, how to have a good time when your body is screaming, “I’m too tired!” I’ll bring in experts as well as fellow Gen-Xers with amazing stories to tell for lively discussions to make you laugh and mayb ...
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What's an empty nester to do with all her newfound free time? Hunt ghosts, of course! Join my friend Jody Hess as she takes us on a behind-the-scenes look at paranormal investigation. My friend Kerrie Olzak is back to tell us about some dark and disturbing streaming shows that will give new meaning to Netflix and chill, and my son Will is here to t…
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My multi-hyphenate friend Lanea Stagg is back on the pod, talking about her experience in podcasting that dates back to way before it was cool. I travel to Bluestocking Social to hear about printmaking from owner Matt Fitzpatrick. And my pal Jennifer Vinson returns with more not-so-basic beauty tips to get our hair and nails ready for summer. Come …
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What's stopping you from writing the Great American Novel, taking the perfect photo, finding your new favorite binge series, and giving the perfect gift? Nothing, after listening to this podcast! Author Nichole Christoff will talk you through your writer's block. Photographer Jennifer Vinson will give you the inside scoop on making even your phone …
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Books, Books, Books...This Episode Is Lit
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We're all about books today on the Wrong Side of 40! In this episode, I take a trip to my local bookshop to interview owners Annie and Matt Fitzpatrick of Bluestocking Social about notable reads, opening a store during the pandemic, and their infamous "mystery reads." Speaking of mystery, I treat you to a dramatic reading of an excerpt from my late…
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Host-Guest Switcheroo, Stupid Hobbies, and 80’s Fashion
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An unusual day on the Wrong Side of 40...Kayla Yeh pulls a switcheroo and interviews me, Kerrie Olzak shares some of her "stupid" (her words, not mine) hobbies and total craft fails, and Carolyn Aspenson comes on to dish about whether or not the Forenza sweaters and mom jeans that were the staples of our teenage wardrobes could still be considered …
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The Skinny on Diet and Fitness after 40, Self-Publishing, and Sports Drinks
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Author Jean Knight Pace and I discuss self-publishing vs. traditional publishing. Jennifer Vinson comes on to share how she's had to tweak her lifestyle to stay fit on the wrong side of 40. Gym owner Lanea Stagg and I sit around and drink sports drinks, and Kerrie Olzak and I reminisce about our old pal Strawberry Shortcake. Plus, a question for yo…
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How to Sell Your House, Start a Writing Career, and Look Great Doing It
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Realtor extraordinaire Kayla Yeh and USA Today bestselling author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson are on the podcast today talking about their no-limits careers. We'll also have some fun segments, including emoji usage with Will, reading recommendations with Nichole, and Beauty NOT-So-Basics with Jennifer. Come hang out with us on the Wrong Side of 40.…
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Broadcast Journalism, Binge Picks, and Competitive Weightlifting
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Welcome back to the Wrong Side of 40! Today I'm interviewing two authors doing non-authory stuff like broadcasting and competitive weightlifting. I've also got returning guests talking 80s, 90s, and 2000s nostalgia and picks for your next bingewatching session. And as a bonus, we're doing an on-air sampling of some surprisingly tasty herbal teas--a…
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Pickleball, Yoga, and Other Fun Stuff
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Welcome to the Wrong Side of 40! We're talking about what Gen Xers are doing these days, like playing pickleball, being sore from playing pickleball, waxing nostalgic about video games, watching movies, keeping up with Gen Z, and yoga/stretching to keep our bodies as young as we think we are. Come hang out with us!…
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Welcome to the Wrong Side of 40! Join me as we battle our way through midlife together and talk about all things Gen-X. Episode 1 drops March 15th!By Caroline Fardig
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