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Older Women & Friends: Real Women. Real Experts. Real Talk About Aging

Jane Leder| Aging Well Advocate for Older Women

"Older Women & Friends: Stories of Aging Well" with Jane Leder is a podcast celebrating the wisdom, resilience, and real-life experiences of older women navigating life after 50.Award-winning author Jane Leder and her guests explore the joys and challenges of aging, covering topics like longevity, healthspan, identity, purpose, and meaningful relationships.Through powerful storytelling and honest conversations, this podcast challenges age-related stereotypes, redefines what it means to grow

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39:09

How Do We Age Well? Social Gerontologist Sharon Rose...

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2026/10/01

Real women. Real experts. Real conversations about what it actually means to grow older—and why the best parts of life may still surprise and excite us.What does it really mean to age well, and how can we prepare for the life we want in the years ahead?In this episode of Older Women & Friends, Jane Leder talks with Sharon Rose, a social gerontologist who specializes in aging in place, age-friendly communities, and intergenerational relationships. Their conversation explores the practical

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33:06

My Single Mom Never Quit: Neither Have I: Eva Kennedy...

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2026/09/17

What happens when the career, identity, and titles that once defined your life no longer feel like enough? In this powerful episode of Older Women & Friends, Jane Leder welcomes empowerment speaker, leadership development professional, author, and life coach Eva Kennedy for an honest conversation about purpose, resilience, self-discovery, and remembering who you are.Eva spent 29 years building a successful leadership career at Allstate, eventually becoming the company’s first Black director of

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42:32

Reclaim Your Creativity: Claudine Marchand on...

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2026/09/03

It's amazing, but research shows that 98 percent of five-year-olds rate themselves as a creative genius. But that number drops to two percent by adulthood. Creativity gets trained out of us, and we need to figure out how to get it back. Today's guest, therapist, coach, and wisdom sharer Claudine Marchand has a toolbox filled with science and ancient traditions. She was born in Morocco, now lives in Switzerland, and has spent time with Hawaiian elders and First Nations people. What a pleasure to have

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32:20

From Geology Professor to Global Explorer: Dr. Tamie...

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2026/08/20

In this episode of Older Women & Friends, I welcome geologist, author, educator, entrepreneur, and world traveler Dr. Tamie Jovanelly for a fascinating conversation about reinvention, purpose, adventure, and creating a life without limits.After nearly two decades as a successful geology professor, internationally funded researcher, and Fulbright scholar, Tamie made the courageous decision to leave her tenured academic career and pursue a lifelong dream. Together with her husband, she built a

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33:42

Reinvention & Creativity: Judy Norton on Life Beyond...

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2026/08/06

In this inspiring episode of Older Women & Friends, Jane Leder sits down with actress, writer, producer, director, singer, and lifelong creative Judy Norton, best known for portraying Mary Ellen Walton on the iconic television series The Waltons. Together, they explore how creativity, resilience, and a willingness to reinvent yourself can lead to a meaningful and fulfilling life at every age.Judy reflects on her remarkable journey from child actor to accomplished storyteller, sharing the lessons

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16:45

Good Grief w/ Jane Leder

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2026/07/25

The older we get, the more loss and grief we experience. For me, my brother's death by suicide when I was 33 and he was 30 turned my life upside down.I turned to writing a book to help me work through my grief. Dead Serious: A Book For Teenagers About Teen Suicide tells the stories of parents who lost a child to suicide, teens who attempted suicide, and friends of teens who took their own lives.I am dedicating today, my 81st birthday, to GOOD GRIEF, the organization that helps children, teens, and

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33:22

Living Without Limits: Evelyn Kelly Shares Her Life...

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2026/07/23

Evelyn challenges many of society's assumptions about aging. She explains why curiosity, lifelong learning, resilience, and purpose matter far more than the number of candles on a birthday cake. Jane Leder sits down with Evelyn Kelly, a 91-year-old author, world traveler, professor emeritus of genetics, and passionate advocate for healthy aging to explore what it truly means to live a vibrant, purposeful life at every age.Having written 22 books, traveled to 90 countries across all seven continents,

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40:03

From Widowhood to Reinvention Diane Heiler on Grief,...

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2026/07/09

Jane sits down with Diane Heiler to talk about her memoir, A Widow's Fire. Diane shares the remarkable story of losing her beloved husband of 25 years to lung cancer and the emotional reality of becoming his caregiver during the final years of his life. She speaks openly about anticipatory grief, caregiver burnout, and the overwhelming loneliness that followed his passing, while revealing how journaling, poetry, and self-reflection became powerful tools for healing. Diane also reflects on the

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41:29

Crafting Your Best Later Life with Erika Andersen

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2026/06/25

In this episode of Older Women & Friends, Jane Leder welcomes bestselling author, leadership expert, and aging well advocate Erika Andersen for a thought-provoking conversation about what it truly means to create your best life after 60.Drawing from her acclaimed book, The New Old: Crafting Your Best Later Life, Erika shares a practical roadmap for aging well, finding purpose, embracing change, and staying engaged, curious, and fulfilled in later life. Rather than viewing aging as a period of

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33:29

From Fashion Maven to Pro-Aging Advocate w/ the...

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2026/06/11

Jane Leder sits down with legendary fashion designer, entrepreneur, breast cancer survivor, and pro-aging advocate Diane Gilman for an unforgettable conversation about women over 50, aging well, reinvention, purpose, confidence, and creating a meaningful life at every age.Known worldwide as the “Queen of Jeans,” Diane Gilman transformed the fashion industry after age 60 by designing jeans specifically for middle-aged women, eventually selling nearly 25 million pairs worldwide. But this episode isn’t

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38:32

Mother-Daughter Relationships After 50: Healing,...

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2026/05/28

This episode explores how our earliest family experiences—especially the complex bond between mothers and daughters—shape our mental health, emotional patterns, self-worth, and relationships across the lifespan. From childhood attachment and unmet emotional needs to adulthood independence and identity, this discussion uncovers the hidden layers that influence how women navigate life after 50, retirement, and aging well.Dr. Debra Mandel shares real-life insights from her clinical experience,

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36:02

Financial Independence for Women Over 50: Retirement,...

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2026/05/14

What happens when women over 50 are forced to take control of their finances after divorce, retirement, caregiving, or the loss of a partner? Or what about women who want to be financially savvy at any time in their lives?In this episode of Older Women & Friends: Stories of Aging Well, host Jane Leder sits down with wealth management expert and Super Woman Wealth author Regina McCann Hess to discuss financial independence for women over 50, retirement planning, divorce recovery, aging well, and

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39:19

Body Liberation After 60: Letting Go of Diet Culture...

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2026/04/30

Oh, boy, this is an episode that a ton of older women need to hear, and that includes yours truly!In this episode, my guest is Deb Benfield, registered dietitian, nutritionist, and author . Our focus: how older women can break free from decades of body shame, ageism, and diet culture—and begin rewriting their relationship with their bodies with compassion, dignity, and truth.For many women over 50, body image struggles don’t disappear with age—they often intensify. Shaped by lifelong cultural

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38:00

Gray Divorce & Second Chances: Why Older Women Are...

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2026/04/16

In this compelling episode of Older Women and Friends, host Jane Leder | Aging Well Advocate for Older Women sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Dr. Becky Whetstone to explore one of the fastest-growing social trends today: gray divorce—and why more older women are choosing to redefine love, relationships, and personal fulfillment after 50.With over two decades of clinical experience—and four marriages of her own—Dr. Becky brings a rare combination of professional expertise and

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27:46

60 Is Not The New 50; 70 is Not The New 60:...

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2026/04/02

What does it really mean to age well?In this thought-provoking episode of Older Women and Friends, host Jane Leder sits down with renowned gerontologistTracey Gendron, author of Aging Unmasked: Exploring Ageism and How to End It. We cover a lot of ground: • Why aging is about growth, development, and lifelong learning• How older women can embrace their age with confidence and authenticity• The surprising psychological benefits of growing older, including the “positivity effect.”• Why meaningful

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42:21

The Cure to Loneliness May Be In Your Closet: Aging...

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2026/03/19

In this thought-provoking and uplifting episode of “Older Women and Friends,” host Jane Leder | Aging Well Advocate for Older Women, sits down with singer, writer, and vintage fashion enthusiast Mollie Kaye for a powerful conversation about loneliness, visibility, personal expression, and the surprising ways older women can create meaningful connections in everyday life.As many women move through midlife and beyond, they often face new challenges, including social isolation, changing identities,

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34:01

Aging Freely: Rethinking Growing Older As Something...

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2026/03/05

"Without IMPERNANCE There Is No Expansion" - Kat MillerWelcome to Older Women and Friends, where host Jane Leder | Aging Well Advocate for Older Women, meets fascinating women who are redefining what it means to grow older with wisdom, independence, and purpose.In this powerful episode, Jane talks with psychotherapist Kat Miller, who challenges everything that we think we know about aging. While many believe aging means decline and loss, Kat offers a radical and refreshing perspective: aging can be

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34:08

Solo Agers: Older Americans Living Alone w/ Sara Zeff...

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2026/02/19

SummaryIn this conversation, Sara Zeff Geber discusses the phenomenon of solo aging, particularly among women, and the societal changes that have led to an increase in the number of people choosing to age alone. She emphasizes the importance of planning for the future, including financial, legal, and social aspects, and highlights the need for community and connection as people age. The discussion also touches on evolving definitions of solo aging and the implications of family diaspora for

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32:20

Oldest Female Winter Olympian of All-Time Shares Her...

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2026/02/05

If you watch the Winter Olympics, you have seen and heard about luge, a sport where athletes race down an icy track on a small sled, lying on their backs with their feet pointing forward, reaching speeds over 90 mph.At age 34, today’s guest, Anne Abernathy, set the record as the oldest female to compete in luge at the Winter Olympic Games. But that wasn’t the ending of her career.She made the US Virgin Islands’ luge team six more times. At age 63, Anne was the oldest woman to compete in the sport at

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26:46

Who Is That Woman Behind The Mic? w/ Jane Leder

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2026/01/22

I've been asked a zillion times to do an episode about me and to answer many of the same questions I ask guests. Listeners (now viewers, too) are curious about who I am, how I started a podcast, the books I've written, the experience of losing a brother to suicide, and life as an 80-year-old. It's taken me three years to get to this solo episode, not because I underestimated the value, but because of all the stellar guests I've been privileged to interview. It is so exciting to share the stories of

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