Boomer Banter
Real talk about aging well.
Boomer Banter goes beyond the surface, diving into the real-life complexities of family relationships, maintaining health, navigating caregiving, coping with divorce or widowhood, addressing financial concerns, and adapting to housing and technology changes. It’s a podcast that recognizes both the challenges and the opportunities of aging, offering a compassionate and realistic perspective.
Hosted by Wendy Green, each weekly episode feels like a warm, heartfelt conversation between friends. Her guests – ranging from experts to everyday individuals – share their insights and stories, creating an atmosphere of trust, understanding, and genuine connection.
Hey there! A couple of months back, I wrote a little something on my Substack called ‘The Truth I Don’t Want to Admit About Time with my Mother,’ and it did not feel good! I...
We all have a dream we keep tucked away — the one that feels too big, too late, or too terrifying to pursue. Shelley Dunstone had one of those dreams. After years of practicing law...
Exploring the intersection of ageism and fitness, this episode of Boomer Banter features a candid discussion between Wendy and Laura Dow about the challenges and triumphs of staying active as we age. Wendy opens up...
After six years of weekly episodes, host Wendy Green shares an honest, vulnerable update about stepping back from the podcast’s regular rhythm. In this solo episode, Wendy talks about what it’s really like to become...
Facing the reality of a loved one with dementia can feel like trying to catch smoke with your bare hands. In this episode of Boomer Banter, we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Sue Lick,...
Life took a bit of a turn when my 96-year-old mom moved in with me. Just a month ago, she was stuck in her apartment, feeling isolated and unsure of herself. Now, she’s back in...
You think you’re prepared for aging… until you’re not. In this episode of Boomer Banter, I talk with registered nurse and life care expert Jennifer Crowley about what really happens when aging becomes real—when you’re...
Ready to flip the script on aging? In this episode, Wendy Green chats with Randall Kenneth Jones, a vibrant storyteller and the mastermind behind MindZoo. He’s all about showing us that the years after 50...
Aging can be a wild ride, right? So, let’s chat about that sweet, sweet freedom that comes when you finally hang up the cape of all those roles you’ve been playing for years—parent, employee, caretaker,...
Aging well isn’t just about avoiding the doctor; it’s about embracing the full spectrum of health. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Alan Rozanski shares his transformative journey in understanding health beyond the physical. We delve...







