065 Diana Appell-Kassler: Life is a Puzzle – Families are a System
Living in 9 places in 11 years taught Diana how to adapt as a young woman. She had to figure things out. First an art therapist and then a school adjustment counselor, Diana realized she would need multiple degrees to further her career and provide her with the...
059 Susan Halverson Westerberg: Using Professional Know-How for the Social Good
Susan, age 71, reflects on the life steps that brought her from farm life in Minnesota, to advanced degrees and licensures in Virginia, to a faculty position in Oregon—a new Ph.D. at age 50. While on sabbatical from her work in marriage and family counseling, Susan...
046 Susan Ross: Living Solo with Verve
Sue Ross, age 74, took 8 years to transition from her full-time faculty position in Social Work to “being done” in 2018. Even though Sue taught gerontology and retirement transition, she needed plenty of time to “find my way” through the process. A ‘spinster’ by...
041 Cordelia Ryan: Retired With A Smile On Her Face
Cory Ryan is a former nun of the Congregation of Maryknoll Sisters in Maryknoll, New York. She saw it as a way to pursue a life of exploration and service. She participated during a period of time when the church began to recognize that sisters were individuals....
033 Rita Corley Baker: Lifelong Advocate, Therapist and Activist
Growing up in a patriarchal Irish Catholic home, Rita followed her 2 older siblings into the convent, believing a life of service was only available inside a religious community. 12 years later she had come to understand that she could be a witness and advocate for...
009 Roni Buckley: Volunteering and Connecting
In this episode, Gail, Catherine and Roni discuss: Life enriching benefits of volunteering. Opportunities for growth that come from experiences of loss and deficit. The value of community and connection for women as they age. Key Take-Aways: Remaining vibrant is a...
005 Linda Gesler: Make Life More Fun
In this episode, Gail, Catherine, and Linda discuss: How to use your natural gifts to feel good about yourself while helping the larger world as well. Transitioning in and out of retirement. What it means to make life more fun. Key Takeaways: Look for volunteer...Latest Podcast Episode
Podcast Reviews
- Much Needed Encouragement!
June 27, 2024 by Jen Schuman from United StatesGail and Catherine, ‘Aging Reimagined’ and am so thrilled with the encouragement and insights from each and every women here, you are so remarkable! Thank you for all of the effort you are putting into creating these interviews and messages, I REALLY need to hear from women who have gone before me in this season of my life.
- Superb podcast!!October 18, 2023 by glimadoll from United States
Very thought- provoking and and inspirational! This is a treasure trove of information and motivation to help explore the multitude of issues we deal with as women over 70. Great guests. Thank you!
- Please get professional microphones!!
May 17, 2023 by glimadoll from United StatesSounds muffled.
- This podcast is not just for women over 70May 2, 2023 by MJAlagh from United States
This podcast is fantastic. Every woman that is interviewed has such a great insight that I feel uplifted each time I get done. I love Gail and Catherine their interview style is nurturing while getting great information out of these women. Highly recommend
- Enjoyable at Any Age - I’m 37!March 2, 2023 by stinepunk from United States
Each episode is a wonderful snapshot of an outstanding woman’s life. I’ve listened to every episode, many, multiple times and always have trouble picking a favorite! Great topics from art and business to social justice and spirituality. This podcast is welcome and much needed addition to having a positive conversation about women and aging.