The Boomer Woman’s Podcast is a conversation-driven show for women who know that life doesn’t stop at midlife—it opens up.
Hosted by Agnes Knowles, the podcast is now in its 7th season and features engaging conversations with guests whose ideas, experiences, and insights are relevant to Boomer women navigating what comes next. Guests may be any age or gender, but their message is always thoughtful, positive, and genuinely useful.
These are not lectures or quick takes. They’re real conversations—curious, open-minded, inclusive, and sometimes unexpected. You might learn something new, rethink an old assumption, or simply feel less alone in the questions you’re asking.
If you’re willing to be curious, tolerant, and open to different perspectives, you’ll feel right at home here.
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Episodes
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Who are you?
I mean, really – who are you? inside, outside, are you being your true self? showing your true colours?
Jacqueline Gates has spent much of her life on the stage but her philosophy, her questions of us (and herself) are so grounded that you might want to listen to this episode again and again.
In this episode, Jacqueline explains Humanity is moved forward by those who follow their own path…. are you helping with forward movement? Agnes describes her as a "breath of fresh air with philosophy attached". She is full of theatre-and-life analogies that all of us will 'get' and they make so much sense when Jacqueline ties them together.
When you have become a variety of people on the stage… learning their words, wearing their clothes and immersing into their environment… you're able to bring that learning home and “become” the very best version of yourself you can be. It might take practice, some rehearsals, but it is so doable… Jacqueline is proof positive!
Jacqueline can be found at https://www.jacqueline-gates.com/
and on Facebook (for now) at https://www.facebook.com/jacqueline.gates
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
This is the second half of the conversation with Alexis Burnett of Organigrow Canada. Part 1 was last week and he shared in-depth information about the forms of cannabis and its components, worth going back to if you missed it.
This week, Alexis explains why he recommends growing your own - he's written a book too! Agnes asks him about cannabis with young children in the home; and he talks about cannabis and dementia.
Alexis also has Rebel Roots Herb Farm with his wife and he talks about a variety of herbs and their usage.
Finally, an optimistic outlook and lovely philosophy about the value of us elders.
Alex can be found at:
https://www.organigrowcanada.com/
https://rebelrootsherbfarm.com/
The book: https://www.organigrowcanada.com/product/herb-book/
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Naturalist Alexis Burnett has many years experience with both cannabis and herbs. He shared so much information in his conversation with Agnes that it's been divided into two episodes - Part 2 will air next week.
In this episode, the conversation centers around cannabis - the plant, its many forms, its uses, cannabis as medicine... Alexis is generous with his knowledge.
If you've ever considered growing your own, the reasons for doing so are many, and Alexis explains the types of plants available and how to grow them.
Alexis is offering a course on Cannabis Medicine Making - stay tuned until the end for that info, the course starts this week.
Next week: why grow your own, cannabis and children, cannabis then and now, cannabis and dementia. Also: tips on other herbs in the garden. Alexis shares personal experiences and some philosophy - it's lovely.
Alexis can be found at:
https://www.organigrowcanada.com/
https://rebelrootsherbfarm.com/
Be sure to tune in next week for Part 2 of this informative conversation.
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Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Jill's dedication to Intention Setting and Change started within her family, and the effectiveness of the exercises spurred her to launch Club Change. In this episode, Jill talks about change and intention setting - how it differs from goal setting and why change can be hard.
Follow along as Jill leads Agnes through an intention setting exercise (all you need is a pencil and paper).
Jill reminds us to be Present, not busy, and to start with small steps. Small steps seem to be a recurring theme this new year... take heed.
As we're sitting in a Canadian winter, you'll want to learn more about Rancho La Puerta!
Find out more about Jill, Club Change, Yoga, and Chant/Sit at https://jillthiry.com/
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Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
There are many reasons to embrace a vegan lifestyle. For Lou Hooper, it started as a response to health issues and then expanded to animal rights.
As a later-in-life convert, Lou understands the hesitancy, the concerns, the mystery, the slips that can come with transitioning to a vegan lifestyle. That makes her an ideal coach for you on your journey.
This episode Lou shares great tips and suggestions, with care and understanding, to make the transition work for you.
Find Lou at https://veganvagabonds.ca/
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Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Bobbi's identity as an athlete was interrupted with a diagnosis with a 3% chance of surviving. It took 10 years but survive she did, coming back as a stronger athlete than pre-diagnosis.
She relates how a walk to the end of the driveway one day was a major success. She explains how to start with those first small goals and then you can learn your way forward. Bobbi agrees it isn't always easy and you can't compare yourself to others. She offers some tips if family members aren't on board.
Such an inspiring story with a lot of logical thoughts to start us off this New Year.
If you're interested in her 7-day Challenge, message us at https://twoboomerwomen.com/contact/
You can find Bobbi at https://www.bobbikahler.com/ and there's a link to her podcast there too.
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Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
What amazing guests I've had this year. Some are dear friends, some are new friends.
This short episode revisits the guests of 2021, with air dates so you can find them quickly.
Thank you for letting us be part of your life this past year.
All mentions in this episode can be found at https://twoboomerwomen.com/
There are more great guests lined up for 2022 - join us as Season 3 begins in just one week!!
Happy New Year!
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Two Boomer Women has hosted some amazing guests this year... but perhaps it's no surprise that Boomer Women wanted to know more about avoiding cancer than any other subject.
First aired in March of 2021, Marnie Clark is knowledgeable and has such actionable suggestions. There were actually episodes; today we replay Part 1 of Marnie's interview, Part 2can be found at
https://twoboomerwomen.podbean.com/e/tbw-guest-breast-cancer-coach-marnie-clark-part-2/
or scroll back to March 2021 where you listen and you'll find it there.
You can find Marnie at https://marnieclark.com/ along with a ton of great info and other links you may want to check out.
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Have a lovely "season" whatever it looks like for you.
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Today's guest is a modern day digital nomad, albeit the mid-age version.
A new year is in sight, Covid still roams among us, and many of us are ready to change up our lives to be more in control of positive choices and happier outcomes.
Carol Clegg helps women like us to figure out a digital business and then make it happen... the nomad part is not a vacuous dream but an addition to our current home lives.
She is also knowledgeable about digital time savers and thought and life organizers. That alone is worth the listen!
Oh! and did we mention Lisbon???
Carol and Agnes geek out a bit near the end... stay tuned, you might learn something interesting!
Carol and her resource list can be found at https://www.lisbonretreats.com/
Connect with Carol at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolclegg/
Her podcast is https://www.connectinspirecreate.com/
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Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Today's guest is a skilled and experienced mediator, coach, speaker, and consultant. She partners with her clients to explore forgiveness, reconciliation, and conflict resolution, and ways she can support her clients to create positive change in their lives. Louisa Hext is the North American coordinator for the traveling photographic exhibition, The F Word: Stories of Forgiveness (a program of The Forgiveness Project a London, UK based non-profit). She serves on The Charter for Compassion’s Global Team and is the lead organizer for the Restorative Justice sector.
In today's episode, Louisa discusses Forgiveness, how complicated a subject it is and its potential in our life. She touches on the subject of self-forgiveness, curiosity and empathy and shares stories of forgiveness that are very powerful.
A powerful episode today that will give you much food for thought as we approach the coming season and prepare for a new year, possibly with new hopes.
Find Louisa at https://www.consultantshext.com/
or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisahext
Learn more about The Forgiveness Project and The F-Word podcast at https://www.theforgivenessproject.com/
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