Captivate Podcast Archives

Season 7: Episode 182 Episode Overview: Diagnosed with MS and paralyzed by Guillain Barre syndrome, she didn’t just recover; she became a European weightlifting champ. Today we chatted with Kim Rahir, a 60-year-old powerhouse who turned her health battles into victories. Now, she’s coaching women to unlock their inner strength through resilience, muscle reactivation, andContinue reading “Mastering Resilience, Strength & Nutrition: A Recipe for Boomer Health”

Season 7 – Episode 181 Episode Overview: In this episode, we dive deep into Boomer Wellness and thriving in every decade. Join us as fitness and mindset coach Heike Yates shares invaluable wisdom on how to make health and happiness your top priorities. Discover why it’s never too late to start exercising, how to transcendContinue reading “Boomer Wellness – Thriving Through the Decades”

Season 7: Episode 180 Episode Overview: In this insightful episode of Hey, Boomer!, host Wendy Green takes us on a profound journey through the teachings of Don Miguel Ruiz’s transformative book “The Four Agreements.” As Baby Boomers navigate the waters of aging, Wendy emphasizes how the four agreements can serve as a beacon to transformContinue reading “Aging with Intention: Embracing The Four Agreements in our Boomer lives”

Season 7: Episode 179 Episode Overview: Join us for a laughter-filled, and caring journey into the heart of retirement with our delightful guest, Mary Kay Fleming – a retired psychology professor turned award-winning humor writer. In this episode, aptly titled “Husband Underfoot,” we plunge into the shift that happens when retirement comes knocking. Discover theContinue reading “Husband Underfoot: Surviving Your Husband’s Retirement”

Season 7: Episode 178 Episode Overview: In this episode, host Wendy Green is joined by guest Suzy Rosenstein, a master certified life coach who specializes in helping women over 50 craft meaningful lives full of purpose. Together, they delve into the rich tapestry of family traditions, exploring how these practices can provide stability, joy, andContinue reading “Navigating the Family Mix: Blending Traditions in Midlife”

Season 7: Episode 177 Episode Overview: On this insightful episode of Hey, Boomer!, we delve into a topic that’s gaining more attention as our demographic evolves: “Grey Divorce.” Host Wendy Green warmly welcomes Dr. Elinor Robin, an expert in mediation and licensed mental health counselor, to guide us through the nuanced process of late-in-life divorce.Continue reading “Grey Divorce: What You Need to Know About Mediation”

Season 7: Episode 176 Episode Overview In this episode, host Wendy Green is joined by Ellen Belk, a leading expert in dementia care and a seasoned long-distance caregiver herself. Together, they delve into the complexities and challenges of taking care of aging parents from afar. Ellen shares her personal journey of managing her parents’ healthcareContinue reading “Insights into Long-Distance Caregiving”

Season 7: Episode 175 Episode Overview In this heartwarming and insightful episode of Hey, Boomer!, host Wendy Green is joined by Rob Schwartz, the son of Morrie Schwartz, to unpack the emotional journey of caregiving for an ailing father. This conversation takes us through the mountains of challenges and valleys of tender moments that comeContinue reading “Goodbye Dad: Lessons in Love, Care and Connection”

Season 7; Episode 174 Episode Overview In this episode we’re diving deep into a question that’s on the minds of many: “Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old?” If we live long enough, we will all be solo agers. How we prepare for our later years can make all the difference. It’s notContinue reading “Who Will Take Care of me When I’m Old?”

Season 7 Episode 173 In this heartfelt and informative episode of Hey, Boomer!, we dive into a topic that touches many but is often discussed in whispers: the evolving relationship dynamics and the journey of caregivers tending to loved ones with Parkinson’s disease. Host Wendy Green welcomes the insightful Terri Pease, Ph.D., a caregiver advocateContinue reading “Love, Dignity & Parkinson’s: From Care Partner to Care Giver”

Season 7 – Episode 172 In this episode of Hey, Boomer, host Wendy Green delves into the complex and emotional topic of family and friend estrangement. The candid discussions with experts and real-life stories shed light on the pain and potential for reconciliation in strained relationships. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the importance ofContinue reading “Insights from the Estrangement Series: The Ultimate Recap”

Season 7 – Episode 171 In this episode of Hey, Boomer!, host Wendy Green sits down with guest Margie Zable Fisher to untangle the intricate web of friendships and their impact on our emotional and physical well-being as we age. Margie shares her unique system for nurturing and maintaining friendships, digging into the importance ofContinue reading “Beyond Family Ties: The Impact of Friendships on our Well-Being”

Season 7 Episode 170 In this episode, Wendy Green engages in a deep and meaningful conversation with Dr. Janet Steinkamp about the challenges of estranged relationships with adult children. Wendy and Janet both share there personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, adapting communication styles, and nurturing trust and grace in rebuilding relationships. The discussionContinue reading “Rebuilding Relationships with Estranged Adult Children with Dr. Janet Steinkamp”

Season 7 Episode #169 In this episode of Hey, Boomer, host Wendy Green delves into the deeply fascinating and often turbulent world of family dynamics and historical conflicts with acclaimed author Dean King, known for his work on “The Feud, The Hatfields & McCoys, The True Story.” Exploring the lessons from the infamous feud, WendyContinue reading “Hatfields & McCoys: Lessons from History with Dean King”

Season 7: Episode 168 In this episode, host Wendy Green sits down with author and sibling relationship expert, Fern Schumer Chapman, to dive into the challenges of family estrangement and the journey toward reconciliation. Together, they uncover the impact of estrangement on family dynamics, identity, and self-esteem, and share personal experiences that shed light onContinue reading “Broken Bonds, Healing Paths: Sibling Estrangement & Reconciliation”