The Boomer Woman’s Podcast

Laura Dow has worked with older adults for more than twenty years, providing fitness training and yoga instruction in both commercial health clubs and retirement communities. She is the founder of Stiff To Fit, a business she created to specifically address ways to stay active as we age. Today we discuss: Such an informative and reassuring conversation with Laura, so specific for our older demographic. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Laura at https://stifftofit.com/ Learn more about Laura and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Laura Dow Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Jodi Vandenberg-Daves taught and held leadership roles for many years at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, focusing on systems of privilege and inequality and social change. Her specialties include women’s history and gender, race, and leadership. Today Jodi discusses: Jodi’s final advice to us is so very impactful, please pay attention to it. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Jodi at https://www.jodivandenberg-daves.com/ Learn more about Jodi and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Jodi Vandenberg-Daves Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Erika Andersen is one of those wonderful people who talk the talk and walk the walk. After more than three decades of executive consulting and coaching, she has turned her attention to the challenge of getting old well, using everything she’s learned helping individuals and organizations succeed to write her latest book, The New Old: Crafting Your Best Later Life. Today Erika discusses: Erika’s advice to us all: You have the power to craft the life you want. Find Erika at https://erikaandersen.com/ Learn more about Erika and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Erika Andersen Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Bern Mendez helps accomplished & authentic women thriving in midlife attract the love of their life through neuroscience and resonant design, not chance. Today we discuss: As always, I ask Bern what else he would say to you, dear listener… and then I ask him to give some advice to the men out there. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Bern at https://bernmendez.com/ Learn more about Bern and find all his links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Bern Mendez Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Al Kushner is the author of Virtual Medicare – 10 Costly Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make. He offers information that’s especially helpful for Boomer women (that’s us!) who are navigating the next chapter of their lives. Today he explains: Al has several other “tips” to help you make sure you get the Medicare that’s right for you. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Al Kushner at https://realeasymedicare.com/ Learn more about Al and find all his links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Al Kushner Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Lisa Haynes is a certified executive and retirement coach and the author of Retired and Killin’ It. After decades as a CFO, she now helps retirees and soon-to-be retirees design a life they’re excited to live, focusing on the non-financial side of retirement. Today we discuss: Lisa quotes Maya Angelou “your legacy is every life that you touch”. That thought, combined with Lisa’s closing advice to us, is so very impactful. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Lisa Haynes at https://retiredandkillinit.com/ Learn more about Lisa and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Lisa Haynes. Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Gila Melamed is back! Gila first joined me in 2023 to talk about her decision to adopt a nomadic life… by choice. She came back last year to update us and share how this lifestyle had helped her grow to a place of forgiveness and healing. Today, she talks about: **Trigger warning: we do discuss suicide in our conversation today. Gila also credits the books by others and the talks she’s listened to as important parts of her growth. It’s quite the reading list and you can find it at the bottom of this page. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Gila Melamed at https://www.gilacolorguru.com/ Learn more about Gila and find all her links (and her reading list) at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Gila Melamed 2025 Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Pat Fenner’s divorce provided a kick in the pants to deal with mental health issues such as self-image, self-worth, and imposter syndrome. Combining these skills and experiences, she helps other “mature” women find their voices and thrive in life. Today Pat discusses: Pat interjects comments throughout our conversation about her life as divorce was happening to her that so many of us will identify with. Take inspiration from how she pushed herself through and came out the other side. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Pat Fenner at https://www.patfenner.me/ Learn more about Pat and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Pat Fenner Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Patti Bevilacqua is in my socials a lot and her accomplishments since we last spoke 3 years ago are almost too many to count. Why is that impressive? Well, 35 years ago, Patti was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis – MS. Today Patti discusses: If you have the ear of Christine Sinclair, listen in to Patti and then share this episode with Christine!! Listen now and then share this episode! Find Patti Bevilacqua at https://pattibevilacqua.com/ Learn more about Patti and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Patti Bevilacqua Find your nearest A&W at https://web.aw.ca/en/locations and buy a Teenburger for MS! Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Donna Barr has lived a life many of us dream of living. She’s trail-blazer: joining the U.S. Air Force in the 70s when few women considered the possibility and during the Viet Nam War. She’s made a difference: working in Samoa with The Peace Corp. Today Donna describes: Donna’s love for her new life might be the impetus you’re looking for to take your giant leap. Enjoy her journey by reading her book My View From The House By The Sea. Find Donna at https://www.donnamariebarr.com/ Learn more about Donna and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Donna Barr Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes Knowles a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodcMatch

Dr. Foojan Zeine has so many credentials in the Behavioral Psychology field that there is no way to write a synopsis. She founded the International Awareness Integration Institute and she co-founded the “Foojan” App, offering AIT to the public globally. Today, Dr. Zeine explains: Foojan is so enthusiastic in her advice to our demographic that you have to pay attention! Find Dr. Foojan Zeine at https://foojanzeine.com/ Learn more about Foojan and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Dr. Foojan Zeine Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Jennifer Rovet is a Certified Professional Retirement Coach who works with individuals and couples alike, exploring values, priorities, and purposes to help design a rewarding retirement lifestyle. She’s seen firsthand the struggles many retirees go through. Today Jennifer discusses: Throughout, Jennifer emphasizes the fact that we are all unique, that there is no single path to follow to or through retirement. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Jennifer at https://retirereadycanada.com/ Learn more about Jennifer and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Jennifer Rovet Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Bobbi Barrington is a trans woman, but her message is not about gender – it’s about the universal challenges we all face: fear, uncertainty, and the courage to create the future we truly want. Today she discusses: Bobbi is a living, breathing embodiment of transformation – stepping into the unknown, falling down and getting back up, embracing the messiness of the journey, and proving that we are never a finished product but always learning, growing, and evolving. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Bobbi at https://www.bobbibarrington.com/ Learn more about Bobbi and find all her links at The Boom Woman's Podcast: Bobbi Barrington

Emily Allen is a certified alcohol-free life coach who empowers women in midlife to break free from our wine culture and create their next chapter full of confidence, clarity and true freedom. In this episode she explains: Emily’s “food for thought” for us at the end comes from her heart and is very sobering and thought-provoking. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Emily at https://www.livingfreewithemily.com/ Learn more about Emily and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Emily Allen

Mariana Cooper (Mari) is an internationally acclaimed intuitive life strategist, third generation intuitive and host of the Aha! Moments Radio Show. In this episode, Mari explains: Mari has an interesting description of how younger generations are choosing their own paths, not following social expectations like we did. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Mari at https://beyondintuitionbook.com/ Learn more about Mari and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Mariana Cooper Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Brenda Cumby McGee – aka Maxx McGee – is that fabulous dichotomy of fashion model and union carpenter. She was also a trail-blazer for women in the trades. Today, Maxx explains: How those two parallel careers originated Her covid success story How things have changed for women in the trades in the last 30 years Women in a traditionally male environment “sisters in the brotherhood” “The Pant” The process of getting a clothing concept from idea to market And, of course: Ageism! I really appreciate Maxx’s advice for us Boomer Women if dealing with a granddaughter who prefers tools and trades over more traditional “girl” careers. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Maxx and “The Pant” at https://gottstreetblues.com/ Learn more about Maxx and find all her links at The Boomer Woman’s Podcast: Maxx McGee Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? DM Agnes at PodMatch

Zulma Williams has had her share of challenges, and sometimes struggled to overcome them. But she is a warrior, and she made it her mission to inspire people to discover and honor the warrior inside themselves. “The swearing therapist” has such energy! The past proves it was enough to get her over her own hurdles and I’m sure it becomes contagious with her clients. In this episode she discusses: Zulma’s enthusiasm will make you believe you can get through whatever you’re going through. I always ask the “personal question” – I’ll sum up her answer: “It’s never too late!” Listen now and then share this episode! Find Zulma at https://www.dragonflytherapyservices.net/ Learn more about Zulma and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Zulma Williams Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? DM me at PM!

Joe Owens is a story-teller… and an author. He’s released fiction and non-fiction, graphic novels and kids’ books. He’s also written a book for Boomers called “Feeling Groovy: A Boomer Guide to Ageless Aging”. We talk about the book but also many other things: Joe and I both agree that one secret to “living forever” is embracing Passion, People, and Purpose. Listen now and then share this episode! Find Joe at https://joeowensbooks.com/ Learn more about Joe and find all his links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Joe Owens Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: Agnes on PodMatch

Joelle Kaufman says “My passion is supporting cancer patients in finding their voice, taking control of their journey, and reducing the chaos and terror. As my family says, we’ve seen the movie. We know how to write a better ending.” In this episode, Joelle explains: Joelle is an amazing voice of strength and calm… it may not always have been so but that voice will help you navigate your journey should you get “the diagnosis”. Find Joelle at https://joellekaufman.com/ Learn more about Joelle and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Joelle Kaufman

Jannette Anderson, like many of the women she works with, is #NotDoneByALongShot! She is passionate about working with maturepreneurs to identify, claim and position their value so they can make a meaningful difference AND a magnificent living! Today she explains: Jannette has a lot of statistics on the tip of her tongue… and every one of them will encourage you! Find Jannette at https://maturepreneur.world/ Learn more about Jannette and find all her links at The Boomer Woman's Podcast: Jannette Anderson Want to be a guest on The Boomer Woman’s Podcast? Send Agnes a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/agnesknowles