Late Bloomer Living Podcast

EP 151: Entrepreneurship at Any Age with Nina Hart

In this special podcast episode, Nina Hart joins us for a second time to talk about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur later in life.  Nina is a writer, performer, and creativity coach for heartbroken artists. The conversation was originally recorded for a live stream talk show called Good Morning Entrepreneurs (GME) and it is an extended version of what aired on the show.  GME was created for business owners who feel alone on their entrepreneurial journey to provide a space where entrepreneurs can learn from each other and share their expertise, knowledge, and behind the scenes business stories.

EP 150: Finding Healing and Hope through Flower Photography with Sally Halvorsen

The healing power of nature is undeniable, and for Sally Halvorsen, photographing flowers became a therapeutic outlet after the death of her husband.

 

With a camera in hand, she immersed herself in the beauty of the natural world, capturing the intricate details of delicate petals and vibrant colors. Through this process, she found solace and a renewed sense of purpose. As she shared her photos with others, she also found a sense of community and support. Through the simple act of photographing flowers, she was able to find a path towards healing and hope.

EP 149: Living a Sabbatical Life with Lori Saitz

In this episode, Lori Saitz is welcomed back for a "Where are they now?" conversation. She shares valuable insights on the importance of living with ease and flow, and how slowing down and recharging can lead to a more fulfilling life. Lori also suggests that we can incorporate the concept of a sabbatical into our daily lives, without actually taking a sabbatical. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on how they can implement these ideas into their own lives, and live with more balance and intention.

EP 148: A Father’s Journey to Becoming a Published Novelist with Paul Lamb

In this episode, we'll hear about Paul Lamb's journey to becoming a writer.  Paul never gave up on his dream while raising a family and working to support them.  In addition to his corporate job, he started writing freelance feature articles. Eventually, he abandoned feature work altogether and found great satisfaction in writing fictional short stories. One of those stories grew into his debut novel, One-Match Fire. Now retired from the business world, Paul has the freedom to pursue his writing as much as he wants. Join us to hear more about Paul's inspiring story.

EP 147: Celebrating Three Years of Proving It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself

Get ready to party like it's 1999, because the Late Bloomer Living podcast is turning three! That's right, three years of celebrating midlife and proving that it's never too late to reinvent yourself. Whether you're 30 or 70, this podcast is all about embracing your inner late bloomer and realizing that you're not too old to chase your dreams. This episode is filled with the voices of previous guests and listeners... So join us for our anniversary episode as we raise a glass to all the incredible late bloomers out there who are making their mark on the world. Cheers to you!

EP 146: Midlife Emergence with Jen Berlingo

In this podcast episode, we explore the courage it takes to liberate the unexpressed part of ourselves that longs to be set free. It can be daunting to acknowledge and act upon, especially in midlife when we've already met society's expectations. Our guest, Jen Berlingo, is a midlife coach who helps women navigate major life transitions. She shares her own experiences and insights from her book Midlife Emergence: Free Your Inner Fire. Join us as we discuss how to awaken to our inner call, even if it means breaking free from societal expectations.

EP 145: Redefining Beauty for Women of All Ages with Dara Goldberg

In this “Where are they Now?” episode, Dara Goldberg is back to discuss her new mission as the Founder of the Endless Beauty Collective. She is working to challenge the beauty industry's messaging that beauty is only for the young and that aging is something to avoid. The Endless Beauty Collective is a platform, an agenda, and a community of thousands of women - along with a growing number of pro age beauty brands - collectively on a mission to get the beauty industry to stop the use of the phrase "anti-aging" and promote the idea that beauty is ageless.

EP 144: From Music Executive to Best-Selling Author at 77 with Rick Bleiweiss

In this inspiring episode, you’ll get to know Rick Bleiweiss, a former music industry executive turned novelist. At the age of 77, Rick published his first novel, "Pignon Scorbion & The Barbershop Detectives", which quickly became a best-seller on Amazon. Now, with the release of his second book in the series, "Murder in Haxford", Rick proves that it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Join us as we delve into Rick's journey towards becoming a successful author and gain valuable insights on how to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.

EP 143: You Should Have Known with Rebecca Keller

Rebecca Keller has published her debut novel at the age of 64.   She’s an internationally exhibited artist, a college professor and Fulbright Scholar.  But once upon a time she worked as a house-cleaner, shuttle driver, waitress, and nursing home cook. She got a graduate degree to improve her lot, and ended up working in museums and became a professor while making her own art at night. Eventually, she began writing fiction and her short stories have been nominated for a Pushcart prize. In this conversation, we talk about her suspenseful debut novel "You Should Have Known" which explores aging, grief and revenge.  Will the invisibility of old age allow a grieving grandmother to get away with murder?

EP 142: Betting on Yourself with Lynn McNutt

Lynn McNutt joins the podcast for a second time to talk about her experience writing, producing, and performing her first one-woman show at the age of 55. The show, "Blue: A Rhapsody in Blubber," features Lynn playing three characters who are searching for family, dealing with grief, and wanting to communicate with loved ones who have passed away. The director of the production, Erika Batdorf, also joins the conversation. The show's development took six years, and Lynn's story is one of courage and personal growth.