Late Bloomer Living Podcast

Oct 29 2024 205 ep. 47 mins 11
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A weekly podcast delivering a fresh perspective on midlife living and reinvention. Join host Yvonne Marchese on her midlife journey and in candid conversations with other Boomers and GenXers who are dreaming big and achieving great things.

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EP 204: Embracing the Creative Process at Any Age with Audrey Steidl

Oct 29 2024 38 mins  
Do you miss the creative freedom you had before life got busy with work and responsibilities? In this episode, I sit down with Audrey Steidl, first-time novelist, to talk about how she found creative freedom in writing after her career as an actress, television producer and years in the hospitality industry. Audrey shares how a paranormal experience in her 20s sparked the idea for

EP 203: It’s Never Too Late to Live Your Best Life with Aunty Skates

Oct 22 2024 48 mins  
Ever feel like you’re sitting on the sidelines of your own life? In this episode, I chat with Auntie Skates, who started skateboarding in her 40s and found more than just a new hobby—she found courage, resilience, and a whole new outlook on life. We talk about her journey of learning to fall, facing fear, and why it’s never too late to embrace play and adventure. Whet

EP 202: Chasing Dreams at Any Age: Behind the Scenes with Melissa Davey

Oct 15 2024 43 mins  
Ever wonder what it takes to completely reinvent yourself later in life? In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker Melissa Davey for the second time to get an update on her life since she quit her corporate career to become a filmmaker. We dive into the making of her second film, Climbing Into Life, the story of Dierdre Wolownick, the oldest woman to climb El Capitan. Meliss

EP 201: How Our Stories Shape Our Experience of Aging with Georgia Clark

Oct 08 2024 46 mins  
What if the stories we tell could reshape our understanding of aging? What if that led to happier and healthier lives as we age? In this episode, we’re sitting down with Georgia Clark, author and founder of the storytelling series, Generation Women, to talk about the power of storytelling and its role in building meaningful intergenerational friendships. Join us as we exp

EP 200: The Power of Small Steps: Crafting a Life You Love in Midlife

Oct 01 2024 26 mins  
🎉 200 episodes! Can you believe it? 🎉 In this special milestone episode, we're talking about the real secret to making big changes in your life—spoiler alert: it's not about huge leaps. It’s all about the small steps. You know, those little things that seem too simple but end up making all the difference? If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of where to start with a new

EP 199: One Sexy Story at a Time: Shifting Perceptions of Aging with Stella Fosse

Sep 24 2024 42 mins  
What if getting older wasn’t something to dread but something to celebrate? In this episode, Yvonne chats with Stella Fosse, a writer who found her creative groove in her 60s. Stella is on a mission to help women in midlife and beyond rediscover their power through storytelling. They talk about how midlife can unlock a whole new level of freedom. Stella shares why writing is

EP 198: Have You Played Today?

Sep 17 2024 22 mins  
Have you made time to play lately? In this episode, Yvonne returns for season five and talks about why play isn’t just for kids—it’s a powerful tool for stress relief, staying sharp and feeling good as we age. She shares personal stories from her summer, including recovering from a shoulder injury, moving her oldest into a college apartment, and taking on new skating challe

EP 197: I Wish I'd Known Then What I Know Now: Life Advice to My Younger Self - Season 4 Finale

Jul 30 2024 28 mins  
Have you ever thought about what advice you'd give your younger self? As I just turned 56, I've been pleasantly surprised by how happy I am to be this age. It got me thinking about the wisdom I've gained over the years and what I'd share with my younger self. In this final episode of Season 4, I invited some friends and listeners to share their own advice and reflections. It�

EP 196: How to Thrive in Your Third Act with Diana Place

Jul 23 2024 59 mins  
What would you do if you had the chance to start over after a life-changing experience? In this episode of Late Bloomer Living, we chat with Diana Place, Founder of Third Act Quest and the 333 Collective. She’s a cancer survivor who reinvented herself in the second act of life. Diana shares her journey of overcoming challenges, discovering her passions, and the importance of bu

EP 195: Living Your Truth with Robin Muhammad

Jul 16 2024 46 mins  
What kind of courage does it take to truly follow your heart? In this episode, Yvonne is speaking with nutritionist, Robin Muhammad, who spent years in an unfulfilling relationship with her daughter’s father before realizing she was staying for the wrong reasons. She then made the bold decision to leave a life of comfort and discovered herself in the process. When Robin left