We Ain't Dead Yet

Join us for a lively discussion with Ilise Harris, director of the moving documentary "Your Roots Are Showing," about the global silver hair movement.  Ilise discusses her career transition from hair and makeup artist to first-time documentary filmmaker at age 65, explaining how the concept came to her in a vision during the night. She describes the distinction between "covering gray" versus "dyeing hair," and shares powerful stories from women in the film about their struggles with hair dye and the psychological impact of going gray. The conversation covers historical aspects of hair dye, including a fascinating tidbit about ancient E...

Today we meet with Diane Heiler, author of "A Widow's Fire," discussing her experiences with grief, remarriage, and the phenomenon of "widow's fire" - the intense physical and emotional craving for intimacy and touch after losing a spouse.  Diane shares how her husband Al's dying words about her needing to find another man proved prophetic as she experienced strong desires for physical touch and connection after his death at age 80. She describes her new relationship with Bob, who accepted her continued love for Al, and discussed how she handled judgment from others about moving on too quickly. The conversation t...

Join us in celebrating our podcast's one-year anniversary, as we reflect on our personal and professional growth. We highlight the many challenges we’ve faced, from learning new technology to navigating our collaborative dynamics. We examine how the creative process has broadened our perspectives and connections. We share our favorite episodes, some funny moments, and our most cherished memories. And, best of all, you’ll get to hear Lori sing, again :)

We would love to hear from you! Do you have ideas for future podcasts? Want to be a guest on our podcast? Have you tried one of o...

Today, we talk about a superpower that society often tries to strip away from those of us in our 60s and beyond – the power of being seen.

Our guest, Stephanie O'Dell spent years styling over 6,000 women for brands like Athleta. In her 50s, she decided to completely reinvent her career and herself. With no prior experience running a talent agency, she launched Celebrate The Gray—a modeling and consulting agency that now represents over 400 silver-haired women who are redefining beauty. 

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Today we venture back into the bedroom. Society loves to tell us that once we hit a certain age, our desires are supposed to just fade into the background. Well, today's guest says hell no to that! Dubbed the 'wrinkly sex kitten' by the media, Joan Price is a powerful advocate for ageless sexuality. Join us in this unfiltered conversation about finding your own “inner sex kitten,” confronting the “ick factor” of seeing older adults as sexual beings, learning to love our naked bodies at any age, redefining what “good sex” looks like, and understanding the difference between spontaneous and responsi...

Do you want to live life more boldly? Tune in as we get real with the "Queen of Elderstack," the powerhouse journalist, creator of the acclaimed [B]OLD AGE Substack -- Debbie Weil.  Debbie has been leading discussions about Aging and Reinvention for years. In this rambling and REAL conversation about the ups, downs and uncertainties that define getting older, Weil sheds light on the problem with toxic positivity when it comes to talking about aging, moving from "doing" to "being," and her desire to continue to live boldly into her 90s. We delve into the complexities of the m...

Ladies let's open our closets! In this fun and funny episode we talk with Jacqui Getz, a New York based stylist who helps women in midlife translate who they are becoming into what they wear. Who do we get dressed for in the morning? Why do we buy the clothes we buy? And how can we add creativity and zing to our lives just by getting more intentional about what we choose to wear? We get into it all, and we go deep as Jacqui shares her personal journey of grieving the loss of her husband just weeks ago...

Join us as we chat with Jaimie Krem, friendship scientist and founding director of the UCLA Center for Friendship Research. We discuss how friendship is a “silver bullet” in terms of the many health benefits it brings, including improvements in cardiovascular health, sleep, immune function, and reduced risk of mental illness and dementia. Jaimie describes how venting to your friends can be a manipulative, but effective social strategy. We contemplate the differences between men’s and women’s friendships, ponder what to call the process of “friend flirting or dating,” and examine the importance of intergenerational friendships. Finally, for those more w...

Join Constance and Lori for a personal catch-up episode, after a short podcasting break. They discuss recent health challenges, grandchildren, and grief. As always, expect some laughter and some tears as they explore themes of aging, the complex nature of caregiving, and maintaining connections with deceased loved ones. Please join us for this intimate discussion.

And, please reach out to us with your own stories about these topics. We'd love to hear the good, the bad and they ugly. Let us know if you'd like us to shout out your story during the next episode. 

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Tips for making new friends aren't just for kids! In this fun and friendly episode, Constance and Lori explore the topic of friendship with expert Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore. We talk about the importance of friendship, and the value of developing new friendships as we age. We explore the reasons that it might be easier for us as 60-somethings to make friends, than it was when we were younger. Eileen gives concrete tips for how and where to make friends at this stage in life, and explains the role that caretaking and conflict play in establishing and maintaining long-term connections...

All the Single Ladies! All the Single Ladies! If you ever thought it was too late to jump back into the dating pool, or that there are no good prospects still swimming out there, this episode is for you! Join our conversation with Dating Coach Laurie Gerber who has more than 20 years of experience helping single men and women over 50 date with intention and find what they seek. Laurie unpacks her secret strategies for smart and successful dating, including knowing when and how to put your self out there, and her 3H Method for deciding if you've found the...

More couples later in life are sleeping in separate rooms and in some cases separate homes. Called "Sleep Divorce" by the media, what does this trend say about evolving ways we are thinking about sleep, intimacy, self-empowerment and the judgment of others as we age? For many women over 60, sleep can feel precious and precarious. Figuring out just the right  pre-requisites for a good night's sleep is becoming more of a priority. What meaning do partners, and peers make of the desire some women feel to sleep apart, and how are women navigating the challenges and shame that may a...

Please join us for a lively chat with Sari Botton, founder of Oldster Magazine, about her recent rise to fame and her lifelong obsession with aging. After being rejected by endless employers in her 50s, and then working her butt off, she has finally earned a much-deserved seat at the publishing table, and her star continues to rise. We cover topics ranging from turning 60, becoming our more authentic selves, Sari’s dream that became the catalyst for Oldster, the fascinating phenomenon of subjective age, some of Sari’s favorite interviews and essays from Oldster, to a refreshing counter-narrative to assu...

In this episode, Constance goes into full on fan-girl mode with our guest Barbara Waxman, a gerontologist and coach who helps people lead an undiminished life as they age. We talk about flourishing and recognizing the importance of not just our life span and health span, but something Barbara calls the Third span, comprised of our mindset, relationships and purpose at this stage of life. We unpack the growing issue of well-being burnout, and Barbara offers lots of research findings and tips for aging well into our what she calls our Trophy years. 

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One thing that doesn't change as we age, is our obsession with our hair. For women over 60, many conversations often get around to asking one burning question..."Should I let my hair go grey?" In this episode, we will go there with our guest Ellen Taxman, a woman who prides herself in being "low fuss" in her appearance, and who even works in the field of aging. We hear from Ellen about her surprise that the Dye-Grey dilemma is causing so much confusion. So dive into our cheerfully rambling conversation about how our mothers' decisions about hair dyeing influenced...

In this episode we dive into the myths, barriers and boundary issues that get in the way of moving into, and fully enjoying retirement. For many working women, their careers are a source of pride and self-definition. Take a listen to this episode with Retirement Coach Elaine Belansky as we explore the question of "Who Am I?" once your career is in the rear view mirror, and Elaine provides tips and some free tools for making room for your next chapter to begin.

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Elaine’s Website:  https://elainebelansky.com

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