Episodes

Audrey Peeples, age 81, from Chicago’s southwest side, is a history maker--the first Black woman to hold leadership positions in different kinds of organizations. Whether as CEO, board member, or community volunteer, Audrey is committed to raising awareness about racism and sexism and advocating for diversity and inclusion. “When different people are at the table, different decisions get made.” She calls out micro-systemic expectations with diplomacy and humor. Audrey intends to keep raisin...

Deborah Wood Holton, Ph.D., MFA, and certified transition coach discusses opportunities and realities that are essential to women’s self-preservation as we age. Gender and race inequities are realities in American society. Older women are more likely to be care-givers, live alone, and be limited financially. This is especially true for Black women, who also face a “kin-gap,” as they are often orphaned from family connections. Dr. Holton offers inspiration for older women to find our ‘inner ...

Deborah Wood Holton, Ph.D., MFA, and certified transition coach discusses opportunities and realities that are essential to women’s self-preservation as we age. Gender and race inequities are realities in American society. Older women are more likely to be care-givers, live alone, and be limited financially. This is especially true for Black women, who also face a “kin-gap,” as they are often orphaned from family connections. Dr. Holton offers inspiration for older women to find our ‘inner ...

Deborah Wood Holton, Ph.D., MFA, and certified transition coach discusses opportunities and realities that are essential to women’s self-preservation as we age. Gender and race inequities are realities in American society. Older women are more likely to be care-givers, live alone, and be limited financially. This is especially true for Black women, who also face a “kin-gap,” as they are often orphaned from family connections. Dr. Holton offers inspiration for older women to find our ‘inner ...

Nancy Fuhrman: Goals Drive Your Actions in Retirement Nancy has always worked hard to keep everyone in her large blended family connected. As she and her husband, Steve, looked far into the future, she brought the family together to discuss their estate plan and guidelines, ensuring they would all be comfortable with it and on the same page. A lifelong volunteer and learner, Nancy continues to be of service in her community and take classes. Her goals are to remain healthy, connect with friend...

Nancy Fuhrman: Goals Drive Your Actions in Retirement Nancy has always worked hard to keep everyone in her large blended family connected. As she and her husband, Steve, looked far into the future, she brought the family together to discuss their estate plan and guidelines, ensuring they would all be comfortable with it and on the same page. A lifelong volunteer and learner, Nancy continues to be of service in her community and take classes. Her goals are to remain healthy, connect with friend...

Nancy Fuhrman: Goals Drive Your Actions in Retirement Nancy has always worked hard to keep everyone in her large blended family connected. As she and her husband, Steve, looked far into the future, she brought the family together to discuss their estate plan and guidelines, ensuring they would all be comfortable with it and on the same page. A lifelong volunteer and learner, Nancy continues to be of service in her community and take classes. Her goals are to remain healthy, connect with friend...

In life there is always another way home. - Ronne Hartfield At age 84, twenty-some years beyond retirement, Ronne Hartfield continues to make a difference as her commitments and curiosities flourish. Ronne honed her executive management talents at Chicago’s Urban Gateways and in two leadership positions at The Art Institute. Post-retirement, she has embarked on a journey of study and consultancy that involves exhibition and interpretation of sacred art and world religions for a wider public. Sh...

In life there is always another way home. - Ronne Hartfield At age 84, twenty-some years beyond retirement, Ronne Hartfield continues to make a difference as her commitments and curiosities flourish. Ronne honed her executive management talents at Chicago’s Urban Gateways and in two leadership positions at The Art Institute. Post-retirement, she has embarked on a journey of study and consultancy that involves exhibition and interpretation of sacred art and world religions for a wider public. Sh...

In life there is always another way home. - Ronne Hartfield At age 84, twenty-some years beyond retirement, Ronne Hartfield continues to make a difference as her commitments and curiosities flourish. Ronne honed her executive management talents at Chicago’s Urban Gateways and in two leadership positions at The Art Institute. Post-retirement, she has embarked on a journey of study and consultancy that involves exhibition and interpretation of sacred art and world religions for a wider public. Sh...

Academy award-winning screenwriter, Pamela Wallace, knew she was going to be a writer when she was a young girl. First, magazine articles and romance novels; then, screenplays and TV movies. Pam fought hard to own her talent and showcase it in Hollywood where women are often second to men and do become invisible as they age. “The point of getting older - having gained wisdom - is to pass it on and make the path easier for the women who follow me.” - Pamela Wallace Now, in the ‘age of generativ...

Academy award-winning screenwriter, Pamela Wallace, knew she was going to be a writer when she was a young girl. First, magazine articles and romance novels; then, screenplays and TV movies. Pam fought hard to own her talent and showcase it in Hollywood where women are often second to men and do become invisible as they age. “The point of getting older - having gained wisdom - is to pass it on and make the path easier for the women who follow me.” - Pamela Wallace Now, in the ‘age of generativ...

Academy award-winning screenwriter, Pamela Wallace, knew she was going to be a writer when she was a young girl. First, magazine articles and romance novels; then, screenplays and TV movies. Pam fought hard to own her talent and showcase it in Hollywood where women are often second to men and do become invisible as they age. “The point of getting older - having gained wisdom - is to pass it on and make the path easier for the women who follow me.” - Pamela Wallace Now, in the ‘age of generativ...

As 2020 comes to a close, Catherine and Gail “get real” while looking back on a year of growth for both the podcast and their personal lives. This year has been a reminder of the importance of staying connected: zoom gatherings, podcast club, and other creative ways of being together have been a real lifesaver. The Women Over 70 Podcast Club is an opportunity to explore issues that are pertinent to you. Just as well-run book clubs and film groups provide provocative discussions that aid in lea...

As 2020 comes to a close, Catherine and Gail “get real” while looking back on a year of growth for both the podcast and their personal lives. This year has been a reminder of the importance of staying connected: zoom gatherings, podcast club, and other creative ways of being together have been a real lifesaver. The Women Over 70 Podcast Club is an opportunity to explore issues that are pertinent to you. Just as well-run book clubs and film groups provide provocative discussions that aid in lea...

As 2020 comes to a close, Catherine and Gail “get real” while looking back on a year of growth for both the podcast and their personal lives. This year has been a reminder of the importance of staying connected: zoom gatherings, podcast club, and other creative ways of being together have been a real lifesaver. The Women Over 70 Podcast Club is an opportunity to explore issues that are pertinent to you. Just as well-run book clubs and film groups provide provocative discussions that aid in lea...

The world is just catching up with Joy Loverde, a champion of eldercare and family caregiving for over 30 years. In the second of two widely acclaimed books, Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old? (2017), Joy speaks frankly and considerately about planning for the realities of aging and living longer. Women should start planning in their 40s so as older adults they will have enough money and housing that feels like home. She also encourages women to have authentic conversations with each ot...

The world is just catching up with Joy Loverde, a champion of eldercare and family caregiving for over 30 years. In the second of two widely acclaimed books, Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old? (2017), Joy speaks frankly and considerately about planning for the realities of aging and living longer. Women should start planning in their 40s so as older adults they will have enough money and housing that feels like home. She also encourages women to have authentic conversations with each ot...

The world is just catching up with Joy Loverde, a champion of eldercare and family caregiving for over 30 years. In the second of two widely acclaimed books, Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old? (2017), Joy speaks frankly and considerately about planning for the realities of aging and living longer. Women should start planning in their 40s so as older adults they will have enough money and housing that feels like home. She also encourages women to have authentic conversations with each ot...

Julie Percell: Life in Hawaii when You Are Not Hawaiin “Asking for help is a sign of weakness I have to get over.” - Julie Percell After graduation, Julie visited friends in Hawaii and has lived there ever since. She has enjoyed a rich entrepreneurial career in sales, training and teaching. Working closely with local associations and government to provide resources to startups and existing businesses, she has a reputation for being the one who finds solutions. Several years ago her husband lo...

Julie Percell: Life in Hawaii when You Are Not Hawaiin “Asking for help is a sign of weakness I have to get over.” - Julie Percell After graduation, Julie visited friends in Hawaii and has lived there ever since. She has enjoyed a rich entrepreneurial career in sales, training and teaching. Working closely with local associations and government to provide resources to startups and existing businesses, she has a reputation for being the one who finds solutions. Several years ago her husband lo...

Julie Percell: Life in Hawaii when You Are Not Hawaiin “Asking for help is a sign of weakness I have to get over.” - Julie Percell After graduation, Julie visited friends in Hawaii and has lived there ever since. She has enjoyed a rich entrepreneurial career in sales, training and teaching. Working closely with local associations and government to provide resources to startups and existing businesses, she has a reputation for being the one who finds solutions. Several years ago her husband lo...

Life in Ecuador lends itself to mindfulness, meditation and music. However, no matter where we live, the quality of our lives and our health is intimately connected to our diet and lifestyle. That is what determines how balanced our gut microbiome is, which determines how robust our immune system, and ultimately, how well we retain healthy brain functioning. When her mom was diagnosed with dementia, Kate set her sights on understanding this cruel disease and how to prevent it. Her discoveries l...

Life in Ecuador lends itself to mindfulness, meditation and music. However, no matter where we live, the quality of our lives and our health is intimately connected to our diet and lifestyle. That is what determines how balanced our gut microbiome is, which determines how robust our immune system, and ultimately, how well we retain healthy brain functioning. When her mom was diagnosed with dementia, Kate set her sights on understanding this cruel disease and how to prevent it. Her discoveries l...