Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
Mercedes Alvarez uses the the sun's power...and her own...to change the lives of poor rural women in Nicaragua.
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Not just for "women over 60": This holiday, I share some myths I've learned about our nation's Independence Day!
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
There's a lot of talk these days about about women's "bodily autonomy", which usually refers to their reproductive years; but what about the autonomy of our bodies beyond that?
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
It's so noisy! Is it me, or is the cacophony real? Exploring sound and aging in this episode.
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
Sunday Jun 11, 2023
June is "Pride" month, recognizing the humanity and achievements of our LGBTQ+ population; but while there are parades and parties and news coverage of the celebration, what about the more "invisible" gays -- those who are gay...and gray, our gay elders?
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
How in the world do you parent or grandparent an adult child or grandchild, whether or not you live with them? What's your role? What dynamics are at play, and how can you address them?
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
We older women are a powerful force in the global economy...but here in the U.S., if you're an older woman who's still working for pay, you have some particular challenges. What they are and how to deal with them are the topics of this week's podcast.
Sunday May 21, 2023
Sunday May 21, 2023
Thank goodness we're not in middle or high school anymore, where we were subjected to cliques and bullying.....or are we still being subjected to the mindset of group power plays?
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
Older women increasingly are refusing to settle for unfulfilling lives with unsuitable partners or in unhappy situations. Some thoughts -- both mine and others' -- on "when you're ready to leave".
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
What happens to the "spiritual" side of us -- even if we're not religious -- as we age? It's not just about preparing to die! Explore with me in this episode.
WomanWorthy
Women over 60 are often depicted as aging grandparents who are relegated to loneliness, being caregivers, or facing dementia, illness and death. The truth is, many of us are a whole lot more than that -- still vibrant, still worthy of being heard. This podcast will identify and discuss the issues we face as we strive to redefine and rewire ourselves and rewrite what aging is about!