The Boomer Woman’s Podcast

TBW Guest: Franne Golde on Her Husband’s Early Onset Alzheimer’s

An amazing marriage and great success in the music industry could not protect Franne Golde and her family from the diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's that was claiming her husband, Paul.

In this episode, Franne shares the beginnings, the pain, the joys, the love that follows their journey.  Heart-warming, heart-wrenching, heart-felt... Franne opens her heart to describe the ups and downs and ins and outs of Paul's early onset Alzheimer's... and then, of course, along came covid.

If you're on a similar journey to Franne and her family, you'll identify with so much of this conversation.  If you're just beginning the journey, you need to listen so you understand there is joy, there are supports, and maybe start defining what "self-care" means to you before you're too tired to figure it out.

The article that Franne wrote for Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper can be found at https://www.mariashriversundaypaper.com/on-loving-someone-with-alzheimers/

If you want to enjoy the side conversations, check out The Magic Pant at https://www.frannegolde.com/ , Oprah's naming ceremony at https://www.oprah.com/fashion_and_beauty/best-black-pants-for-women/all and Music Mends Minds at https://www.musicmendsminds.org/ 

Franne refers to a great, helpful book, Creating Moments of Joy:  https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Moments-Along-Alzheimers-Journey-dp-1557537607/dp/1557537607/

 

 

TBW Guest: Jaimie Sherling on LIVING! Life After Cancer

And as we find out in this episode, Jaimie is still living life with cancer.

 

While the subject of cancer can be a scary one, difficult to talk about, in this episode, Jaimie Sherling talks candidly about the diagnosis, her next steps and the life that grew out of it all.

Hair loss, double mastectomy, no reconstruction, survivor’s guilt, the fears of parents with younger children, and how her world came together with a community of drag queens.

The world of flat – no prosthetics… and how that led to clothing design.  As in beautiful complimentary clothes for a woman with a flat chest.

The importance of Self care – and that will look different for every woman out there.

Mantras of the day:  “You do you, sweets!” and “Screw that noise!”

Find Jaimie, her fabulous clothes and her book at https://ydysweets.com/

Get more links at our website:  https://twoboomerwomen.com/jaimie-sherling-on-life-after-with-cancer/

 

 

TBW Guest: Jennifer Conroyd on Fluid Running

What does a marathoner do when she gets injured 6 weeks before the most important race of her career?

Dr. Google of course.

And what does she do when the healing modality of choice leads to a recovery that qualifies her for The Boston marathon.

She builds her own company around that modality, of course.

Whether you’re an Olympic athlete or an 86 year old Gramma, Jennifer Conroyd explains how Fluid Running can make you stronger, fitter, healthier.

Deep water running offers not only as much resistance training as you want, it is completely non-impact.  Whether you’re treating an injury or maximizing your training or completely new to exercise, Jennifer discusses how fluid running gets you to where you want to be.

Needless to say, get clearance from your doctor before trying any new exercise regime… but this is something maybe your doctor will take up too!

If you have heart issues you’ll be interested to hear Jennifer’s description of deep water running’s effect on heart efficiency – again, talk to your doctor first!

Athletes, non-athletes, overweight, para-athletes… the list is endless who can benefit!

Learn more at https://www.fluidrunning.com/

TBW Guest: Contrarian Myles Wakeham on Being Unconstrained

Agnes and Myles start this episode comparing their childhoods as "free range kids"... with near-off the grid lifestyles and compare them to city living that has been the norm for the last 40 years.

Myles Wakeham was an early software developer whose life unfolded "unconstrained".  He discusses the way of the western world, medical tourism and has interesting views on longevity, government statistics and recommendations, quality of life in “developing” countries. 

Myles shares a history of money and banking leading into a discussion of crypto-currency.  “Be an investor, not a speculator”.

You might be tempted to be depressed about some of the convo but, instead, become proactive about your life, your life choices, and make choices that make you happy and keep you healthy. Make your life an adventure.

 

Find Myles at https://www.beunconstrained.com/

and his podcast:  https://www.beunconstrained.com/podcast

TBW Guest: Taru Fisher on NLP

NLP - Neuro-Linguistic Programming

A subject Agnes knows Nothing about as she chats with the ever-patient Taru Fisher, a highly-qualified NLP practitioner.  The combination leads to an entertaining, very fun discussion about NLP and its benefits for day-to-day living.

Taru gives examples to help demonstrate the practice of NLP and shares some exercises we can use in our day-to-day life.

Taru can be found at https://www.taru.com/ - a site that is being updated to reflect Taru's newest endeavours.  E-mail her from there for more information.

In this episode there is fore-shadowing about Taru's newest offering: cannabis for health and aging.  There will a TBW episode about that in the Fall.

 

TBW Guest: Adult HomeShare Advocate Jennifer Hammer

Jennifer Hammer may be an advocate for HomeSharing... it is her job after all... but she also embraces it as a lifestyle choice.

In this episode Jennifer explains that you need to go in with eyes wide open and, like any co-living situation (think family), there may a few bumps... but the benefits are numerous and the rewards are noticeable.

Like so many choices in life, if the concept is new to you or you're not convinced, you can try co-housing for a short term interval.

Agnes and Jennifer covered just about every pro for the lifestyle choice, especially for Boomer Women.

You can find out more at Jennifer's company website:  https://www.silvernest.com/

It's American so may not help you to find a match, but it will answer so many questions you might have.  Then you can do a web search in your own country.

 

TBW Guest: Timeshare Crusader Lisa Ann Schreier

Lisa Ann Schreier describes herself as a former salesperson who didn't succeed because she talked too much.  Apparently, in some businesses, giving all the information to potential buyers is not encouraged.

In this episode, Lisa Ann explains the different types of timeshares, how they work, and why the potential buyer needs to control the conversation.

She shares many good tips on what questions to ask, when to challenge, and recommends we walk away and give the purchase clear analysis... despite the time-sensitive pressure applied by the salesperson.

Is timeshare right for you?  Lisa Ann discusses that too.

Lisa Ann can be found at:  https://thetimesharecrusader.blogspot.com/

and on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/LisaLooksAt

 

TBW Guest: Lee St. James on Social Robots in ElderCare

Lee St. James may not have "invented" the social robot concept but her application of it in Assisted Living and Residential Care is nothing short of genius.

Lee began exploring the concept when her own father was retreating into dementia in another city.  While the robot's development was too late for her father, Lee quickly realized "Mindy" has a place and a purpose in several areas of residential care.  Their welcome has been immediate and enthusiastic.

In this episode, Lee explains the potential of the social robots to reduce social isolation, loneliness and stress for older adults and introduces us to her current Mindy.

This is definitely a must-share episode, especially as we learn all the issues that arose in ElderCare during the pandemic and, as we all age, we'll now have a headstart on being "handlers" if we go to live in a complex with a few Mindy's roaming the Rec Therapy department.

Meet Lee and Mindy at https://socialrobots.ca/

on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Social.Robots/

on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0vp2MOxEzGri0iAq4zqScw

 

TBW Guest: Sharon Glassman of Smile Songs

Sharon Glassman is an introverted, Brooklyn, NY fashion writer turned Colorado designer and songwriter of Smile Songs cards and gifts that sing.

Definitely an optimist, a glass-half-full woman whose raison d'etre seems to be to make people smile, and to uplift them. That describes Sharon and also her cards and gifts that sing.

Introverts.  Storytelling.  Big city life, small city life and QR codes.  Just part of the conversation this week.

This episode will leave you feeling happy and positive! Be sure to check out Sharon's cards and gifts at https://smilesongs.com

She's also on social media:

https://www.facebook.com/SmileSongs

https://www.instagram.com/smile_songs

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgs18R0SvmYyxNBk-SDNiyQ

https://www.pinterest.ca/smilesongs

 

TBW Guest: Sex Therapist Liz Dube

Fun. Relaxed. Informative. 

Those are the terms that come to mind to describe a great conversation with Sex & Relationship Therapist Liz Dube.

Yes, we're older.  Yes, body parts may not be as pretty (or perky) as they used to be. Yes, desire might be a little elusive as we get older.

Here's a novel thought: it's not just us women!  Older men, our older partners, may well be feeling many of the insecurities/hesitations that we women are.

Communication. Outercourse. Honesty. Fun.  Embrace those ideas and a vibrant sex life may be yours again... or yours for the first time ever!

A delightful, relaxed conversation about a sometimes taboo subject!!

Find Liz at https://talksexwithliz.com/

On TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@talksexwithliz

On YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI4O18n88I5OIoGhw-LkZBw