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2024 is the 5th Season of The Boomer Woman’s Podcast. Each episode is a conversation between me – I’m Agnes Knowles, your host – and a guest who talks to a subject that, someway, somehow, is relatable to Boomer Women. The guests can be any age, any gender, as long as their message is positive, informative, pertinent to our demographic. You, dear listener, might need to be open-minded, curious, tolerant, inclusive… and if you are, you will enjoy these conversations, maybe learn something, and I encourage you to share each and any episode! Click the Follow/Subscribe button to be notified of the next great guest.

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2024 is the 5th Season of The Boomer Woman’s Podcast. Each episode is a conversation between me – I’m Agnes Knowles, your host – and a guest who talks to a subject that, someway, somehow, is relatable to Boomer Women. The guests can be any age, any gender, as long as their message is positive, informative, pertinent to our demographic. You, dear listener, might need to be open-minded, curious, tolerant, inclusive… and if you are, you will enjoy these conversations, maybe learn something, and I encourage you to share each and any episode! Click the Follow/Subscribe button to be notified of the next great guest.

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English


Episodes

Trusts and Other Financial Decisions with Greg Kurinec

3/21/2024
Greg Kurinec talks to us about “retirement” planning… and what we do with our money as we tackle/plan for this next chapter (and what might happen to that money when we depart this world). Greg discusses: While Greg’s info is American, he gives so much food for thought when having the discussion with our own financial planner in our own country. Learn more about Greg at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-greg-kurinec/

Duration:00:53:09

Age-, Trauma-, Newbie-Informed Yoga with Ellen O'Hara

3/14/2024
After my first few (only) highly disappointing yoga classes I was pleased to have Ellen O’Hara address all my concerns and explain what age/joint/health sensitive yoga should look like. Ellen discusses: Such great advice and tips for the new yoga participant, the achy yoga participant, the older yoga participant… maybe you’re all three! Find Ellen at Harmony Strong Yoga Learn more about Ellen and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-ellen-ohara/

Duration:01:03:07

Understanding Men's Post-Career Transitions with Michael Kay

3/7/2024
Michael Kay talks to mid-age men about the transition from work to whatever’s next. He approached me asking if he could share how we mid-age women could support the men in our lives, how to have those non-threatening conversations. His request was like having the tables turned when I hadn’t thought about their turnability. Michael explains: We both try to be honest about gender differences while maintaining respect for the opposite gender. Except I do slip a few comments in… Find Michael at Michael Kay talks to mid-age men about the transition from work to whatever’s next. He approached me asking if he could share how we mid-age women could support the men in our lives, how to have those non-threatening conversations. His request was like having the tables turned when I hadn’t thought about their turnability. Michael explains: We both try to be honest about gender differences while maintaining respect for the opposite gender. Except I do slip a few comments in… Michael Kay talks to mid-age men about the transition from work to whatever’s next. He approached me asking if he could share how we mid-age women could support the men in our lives, how to have those non-threatening conversations. His request was like having the tables turned when I hadn’t thought about their turnability. Michael explains: We both try to be honest about gender differences while maintaining respect for the opposite gender. Except I do slip a few comments in… Find Michael at https://michaelfkay.com/ Learn more about Michael and find all his links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-michael-kay/

Duration:00:53:01

Family and Friend Estrangement with Wendy Green and Bonus Discussion: Boomer Podcasts

2/29/2024
Wendy Green is both a Boomer podcaster and a coach to help people find their vision for the next chapter of life. In this episode we discuss: Interesting topics as both of us have estrangement in our lives… and there’s a good chance you might too. I mentioned Wendy’s a Boomer podcaster too. A bonus discussion is what an amazing experience podcasting is for both of us; how our boomer cohort is very much still on the outside looking in… and how we want you to help us spread the word what a great companion podcasts are, whether you’re a listener or a host. The subject matter is as varied as the hosts and all the listeners – there really is something for everyone.! Find Wendy at https://heyboomer.biz/ Learn more about Wendy and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-wendy-green/

Duration:00:57:19

Combat Zones to Spirituality with John Lawyer

2/22/2024
From desert combat zones to a battle within, John Lawyer transformed from soldier to spiritual seeker. John’s military service took him to Afghanistan, Kuwait and Iraq. John is candid about living in war zones with his wife, his culture shock in returning to civilian life, and the VA therapist who may have saved his life. He explains: And finally: finding Joy, at any age. Find John at https://kishar.org/ Learn more about John and find all the links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-john-lawyer/

Duration:00:41:48

Sandy Kaye Interviews Our Favourite Musicians From the 60s, 70s, 80s

2/15/2024
After a career in media and entertainment media, Sandy Kaye was a natural to interview all the musicians we know and love across three continents. In this episode, Sandy has memories, anecdotes, and shares so much about so many music artists. When I listen to her podcast (which I do now, often!) I'll think "I don't know that musician..." and then "Oh, wait a minute, I love that song!" Today she tells us: If you have even a shred of music enjoyment from those earlier decades, you'll love this interview! Find Sandy and her podcast at https://abreathoffreshair.com.au/ Learn more about Sandy and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-sandy-kaye/

Duration:01:15:55

Firewalking, Board Breaks and More with Dave Albin

2/8/2024
Dave Albin’s company is Firewalk Productions. Firewalking is a 1,000 year old rite of passage ritual and he’s firewalked hundreds of thousands of people. In this episode, he explains: Dave also shares his morning ritual for health and energy. Stay tuned for his Mom’s dating advice and “Elf on the Shelf”! Find Dave at https://firewalkadventures.com/ Learn more about Dave and find all his links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-dave-albin/

Duration:01:03:12

Estate Planning & Asset Protection with Scherrie Prince

2/1/2024
Dying. We’re all going to do it, that‘s a given… but what happens to your property, your heirs, your business after you take your last breath? Scherrie answers: Find Scherrie Prince at: https://scherrieprince.com/ Learn more about Scherrie and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-scherrie-prince/

Duration:01:00:52

Eating Disorders in Mid-Age Women with Nicole Christina

1/25/2024
Social and media pressures haunt us from our early years all the way through to our crone years. Even we, the wise women, are not immune. Did you know that, recently, the number of eating disorders in mid-life women has increased dramatically. In this episode I ask Nicole: and stay tuned to Nicole’s story about her Zestful Aging including hunting pythons!! Find Nicole at https://zestfulaging.com/ Learn more about Nicole and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-nicole-christina/

Duration:00:58:28

The Wisdom of Morrie with Son and Editor Rob Schwartz

1/18/2024
Mitch Albom wrote the first book. Rob Schwartz lived the reality. What reality? Morrie Schwartz… you know, Tuesdays With Morrie, was Rob’s dad. Almost thirty years after his dad died, Rob has released a book: The Wisdom of Morrie: Living and Aging Creatively and Joyfully – manuscripts he found in his dad’s desk years after Morrie had passed. I ask Rob about his dad, Morrie and also about his Mom, Charlotte. I love the warmth and pride in his voice when he speaks of them. He gets emotional at one point – it’s such emphasis that love does last forever, even if the body is gone. Rob and I discuss Morrie’s advice for living a long and happy life, the concept of ‘tension of opposites’… and if you’re thinking those subjects sound a little esoteric, let me assure you, he is his father’s son and Rob keeps the conversation real, and in the present. I think you’ll find the “personal question” part of this conversation really interesting! Find Rob and the book at: https://wisdomofmorrie.com/ Learn more about Rob, and Morrie, at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-rob-schwartz/

Duration:01:05:21

Live Your Third Act to Its Fullest with Carol Ebert

1/11/2024
Sometimes when I interview health professionals, their advice sounds great but when they’re 30-40 years younger than me I can’t help but think their knowledge is based on book learning, not experience. Carol Ebert is the exact opposite: she's the poster woman for Boomer Women. In this episode I ask her: and my inevitable: What haven’t we talked about that you want mid-age women to think about as they plan for the future? Find Carol at https://www.your3rdact.com/ Learn more about Carol and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-carol-ebert/

Duration:01:04:14

Break Free of ”The Rules” with Heather Whelpley

1/4/2024
Heather Whelpley started life as an audacious, confident, whole-life child… but as she grew through her teens into womanhood, she wore the societal rules so many of us grew up with, that many of us hold true to this day. Until one day, as she says… she woke up. How did Heather wake up to this reality? Are rules gender separate or gender neutral? How did she connect to her “grounded wildness”? How do we do that? What’s her advice for us mid-age women who want to recognize and break free from some of the “brules” we’ve been living under? Find Heather at https://www.heatherwhelpley.com/ Find out more about Heather and find all her links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-heather-whelpley/

Duration:01:04:40

The Boomer Woman’s Podcast 2023 Year-End Wrap

12/28/2023
Season 4 is done and dusted. Who can believe it. Before I kick off Season 5 I review the amazing guests of 2023. It's a quick and easy review - the link to all the episodes is the show notes! Find the links to your favourite... or your missed episodes at https://boomwithabang.com/podcast-2023/

Duration:00:22:23

Gila Melamed: Nomad by Choice (Replay)

12/21/2023
My conversation with Gila Melamed, released in September was the most listened to episode of 2023. Gila Melamed is an acquaintance of an acquaintance of mine. I knew Miriam had travelled North America in a camperized van for six months last year and when she told me she was hosting a woman who was travelling North America in a camperized car for a year… I was intrigued. A Mazda CX-5 is a nice car… but to live in it? By choice? I do ask some practical questions. Gila seems to be a colourful character by any standards so her adventures and stories are probably not a surprise… hopefully they will be an inspiration. She also explains how women nomads connect with each other. So much growth for Gila as she embraces this lifestyle. Many of you will identify with her story and her experiences and her evolution. Could you be next? Follow Gila's adventures at: https://www.gilacolorguru.com/blog Find all of Gila's links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-gila-melamed/

Duration:00:54:31

Fernando Diez: The Galapagos Islands and Other Destinations

12/14/2023
Fernando Diez’ story starts with his mother, who fell in love with The Galapagos at age 16. A decade later she introduced her future husband to the islands and he fell in love with them too. The rest is, as they say, history! Fernando calls himself and his brothers the Mowglis of The Galapagos. Fernando shares some history of Quito, Ecuador and so much interesting info about The Galapagos as well as background around tours of the islands. His family’s company is Quasar Expeditions – and they quickly learned that tourism was the only way to preserve the islands: “people don’t protect what they don’t know”. Listeners will appreciate an insight into what we, as Boomer women, can expect on a tour with Quasar! (listen for a tip on when to score a deal or two with the company!) Fernando also tells us about their tours of Patagonia and Mainland Ecuador. He is so good, you’ll be thinking about a trip for sure! The company’s social footprint is as impressive as their tours! And, finally, Fernando’s wisdom before we close is worth noting… he must have gotten that from his mother! ** My guest and I were half a globe away for our conversation so parts are a little resonant. And please excuse my faulty Spanish! Find Fernando and Quasar Expeditions at https://www.quasarex.com/ Learn more about Fernando and Quasar, find all the links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-fernando-diez/

Duration:00:56:40

Barbara Schnarr Giatti with Senior Workbooks

12/7/2023
Barb Giatti experienced dementia with both her parents while she was living internationally, so she moved back to small town, Michigan to take care of them. Barb discusses some of the experiences with her parents – you’ll be relieved to know your parents aren’t worse than others. Barb’s mother would never understand a computer or the internet so Barb created hard copy workbooks. You’ll find the content really interesting… just as Barb was interested in keeping the content as varied as possible. Don’t for a second think this conversation is just about senior workbooks… when Barb and I put our heads together there are so many other purposes for her various books... and maybe yours. I’m just a regular person… trying to help - that might sound so familiar if you are caregiver of a person with dementia. (If you’re an aspiring author, tune in for so many tips from Barb about getting your book out there) Quite a random conversation! Enjoy! Find Barbara Giatti at https://seniorworkbooks.com/ Learn more about Barbara and find links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-barbara-schnarr-giatti/

Duration:00:58:55

Taru Fisher on Ageism... Rageism?

11/30/2023
Taru Fisher has been a guest on this podcast before. New topic for us, old topic between us… age-old topic between us. Ageism is the last socially accepted form of prejudice. We discuss Internalized ageism, Cultural ageism, Implicit ageism, and Benevolent ageism. All are irritating, and wrong. The medical system, tech subjects, are areas where people feel quite free to talk down to elders. Honest and candid, personal experience and personal irritations… Both of us have great analogies for the ability of our brains to remember more and more as we get older. You’ll hear a few tips for keeping things straight! Lots of laughter… because that never gets old! Find Taru at https://tarufisher.com/ Learn more about Taru and find all the links at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-taru-fisher/

Duration:00:58:49

Jeanne Andrus: The Gift of Menopause

11/23/2023
My guest today had a perfectly fine life… until age 48; Jeanne Andrus then uses the verb “clobbered” to explain what perimenopause did to her. That began her 4 year journey through personal experience, research, and training to understand how and why menopause affects women so completely. It's hard enough that our mothers probably never talked about menopause, and perhaps we don’t have too many friends we compare stories with, but when doctors and other health practitioners don’t talk about it either, it can be super confusing, even frightening. A strong proponent of a natural menopause, Jeanne is firm that you need to support your body as it navigates the changes that come with menopause. “The gift of menopause is that we get to take ourselves and put ourselves in the center, in the very center, of our lives” Jeanne also has thoughts for men and relationships. Find Jeanne at https://menopause.guru/ Learn more about Jeanne at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-jeanne-andrus/

Duration:01:07:17

Beate Chelette With Thoughts for Women Planning the Next Chapter

11/16/2023
Beate Chelette has an amazing story… actually she has more than one. So many good ideas… and almost every calamity except pestilence… and then a gift: the Small Business Administration (U.S.A.) A smart business woman who could stay one step ahead of the trends – maybe she created them? – the truth lies somewhere between kismet and serendipity. This podcast doesn’t often pursue a business theme, but Beate’s stories and insights and wisdom make it really interesting. Many pre- and early-retirement people consider another career, Beate talks to the entrepreneur and the VA. Beate has also written The Women’s Code – that’s a book worth picking up. Such an advocate for women and the issues that society inflicts. I give Beate several scenarios about a woman’s “work” situation… her answers are both insightful and so interesting… the words of a professional… and so inspiring! Find Beate at https://beatechelette.com/ Learn more about Beate at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-beate-chelette/

Duration:01:04:25

Cristina Castignini: Eating Disorders at Any Age

11/9/2023
Cristina Castignini had an eating disorder. Once she had her PhD in Counseling Psychology, perhaps it was inevitable that she focus in on eating disorders. In this episode, Cristina explains eating disorders and blows some myths out of the water. As women, we tend to think that young women are the prime suspects for eating disorders, but menopause can also be a trigger. I’m fairly sure I’ve not had an eating disorder but some of Cristina’s examples really hit home for me… remnants of the diet mentality? What do you not say to someone with an eating disorder, or that you’re concerned might have an eating disorder? Cristina helps us out. Find Cristina at https://behindthebitepodcast.com/home/ Learn more about Cristina at https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-cristina-castignini/

Duration:00:51:23