Fabulous After Fifty!

Ulrika Torquato is as diverse in the countries she has lived in as in the careers she has pursued: medical doctor, a career as opera singer and currently  postgraduate studies in palliative care psychology. The outcome of this: Joyering: the practice of noticing joy in every day life. We are talking meaning, presence and what truly matters. BIO Born in Sweden, raised in Brazil, and now living in S...

In her pitch to me she wrote: Celebrated my 80th birthday in March; strength training 3 times a week in a goat barn; granny to 3 littles thus far. Author of “ Brownies for breakfast” Favourite subject: life really begins at 50. And I thought, yep, this sounds like my sort of inspiration! So today me have glam grandmother Lynne Bowman, all the way from her farm on the coast of Northern California!...

Today we explore how hardship changes us and why we can’t return to who we were before. How she survived a full-blown psychosis in her 40s, living with a congenital blood disease and repeated near-death pulmonary embolisms, and how a January hospitalization and turning 50 led her to cancel big birthday plans, retreat alone to the mountains, grieve, and confront mortality. We discuss stopping inste...

The host introduces the theme “Why Having It All Figured Out Isn’t Helpful” and interviews Chip Schultz, author of Every Dog Has Its Day: Reflections of Life, Love and the Leash, an executive coach, speaker, and woodturner. Schultz, married 42 years and a stepfather to three daughters, argues nobody has it all figured out and that embracing being wrong enables flexibility (“semper gumby”) and curi...

Lori Aber, a Southern California metabolic health and midlife wellness educator and former corporate litigator, talks about staying healthy in a modern environment that encourages inactivity, oversized portions, stress, and convenience foods—challenges that intensify in midlife and menopause. Lori explains how metabolism and weight changes are often driven more by lifestyle factors like inactivity...

In this episode of Fabulous After 50, I interview Idaho-based transformation coach and keynote speaker Sandra Wood about the hidden cost of being “the capable one” and how carrying too much can shift from something women do to who they believe they are. BIO After spending years as a devoted wife, stay-at-home mom, and the rock for everyone around her, my guest hit a breaking point—cancer at 40, di...

In this episode, we explore how fear and feeling “not enough” hold many women back, especially after 50. We talk about her Tiny Brave Steps method—building a bridge across a “cavern” with small, brave planks—and her ACT tool. A human talk based on experience and wisdom with valuable tips. BIO Bernice McDonald is a Life Strategist who helps people navigate the hard stuff—loss, fear, change, disappo...

“Cancelled, Broken, and Back Every Single Time” She has been broken, cancelled, gone viral, faced psychosis, solo motherhood, dengue fever alone on a tile floor in Thailand  and came back every single time. Today we welcome Soreya James, ceremonial speaker, transformational guide, thrice Author and Director of the Soul Sanctuary who has taken from her pretty extraordinary life to creat...

Now, tell me if this sounds familiar. You know you should be moving more, sleeping better, eating well, managing your stress — you know it. And yet somehow, life happens, the week slips by, and the best intentions go right out the window. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing — it’s not about knowledge. It’s not even about willpower. And it is absolutely not about age. My guest today,...

Healing at the Kitchen Table: Water, Ritual & the Feminine Wisdom Years Well, after meeting Heather Ann, I realized I had a pretty unhealthy relationship with my kitchen table! Join me as spiritual healer, former performing artist, and trauma informed educator Heather Ann — reveals how the kitchen becomes the most unexpected portal for emotional healing, spiritual awakening, and even financial...

  So many women 50+ feel the pull for more freedom, more life, more meaning and just keep postponing their dreams. For Monika the dream was world schooling her daughter and she did it, aged 55 with her 13-year-old daughter. Join us as we discuss what, how, the why, the insights and lessons learnt. An inspiring episode for all wanting to honour the dream within.     BIO Monika Zampa is a forme...

“We live in a world that rewards constant motion. Time Out is for the people who are ready to discover that stillness is not the opposite of progress — it’s the source of it.” Today the tables are turned as Sharon interviews me on my new offer: Timeouts, to reset, to hear ourselves. Our world is noisy and asks constant attention, we are the only ones who can choose to create pock...

Well hello everyone, It is so good to be back. As some of you may have noticed I took a little Timeout from my podcast and lots of other things for that matter to come back better, more aligned, and with a Time Out program for others who may be feeling the same, but more on that soon. I was missing my podcast and recently came across Sharon, our paths have crossed a few times over the years and wh...

Something different today, a man, who though he looks about 25 is approaching 50 and has an interesting story to share which could benefit us all. I discovered the benefits of molecular hydrogen myself and though we both have different paths and endorse different products we share a powerful desire to educate and inform the people around us on what molecular hydrogen is and what it can do for us....

Managing Burnout and Adrenal Health for Women Over 50 is our topic today. Actionable steps women can take for adrenal health, hormone balance, and overall well-being is our empowering topic today. We are with the wonderful founder of Well-Powered Women, a woman with a wealth of knowledge who will be talking about how Burnout Isn’t Your Fault—It’s Your Biology Asking for a Reset and ways to move fr...

  Ever thought about what your birthday  truly  means to you? 🎂 What if it could be more than just a day—but a powerful launchpad for self-discovery and growth? 🌟 In our latest episode, executive coach Halle Simpson invites you to redefine your birthday from a simple date on the calendar to a celebration of curiosity, self-love, and unlimited potential. 🎙️✨ Tune in as we explore how to tra...

Ready to reclaim your identity, energy, and voice? Join us on Fabulous After 50 as we chat with the inspiring Georgie Smith, a midlife coach and menopause practitioner. Discover how to embrace your journey and shine through midlife! We will be talking about stopping the scaremongering and making space for women to feel curious, powerful, and ready to take ownership of what comes next. About midlif...

Welcome to the final episode of our six-part series on self-care consistency. Join licensed acupuncturist, functional nutrition counselor, and certified personal trainer, Cara Michele Nether, as she delves into the gut-brain connection. This episode provides actionable insights into how digestion impacts our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Cara Michele discusses practical steps such as...

Wellness beyond Willpower: music to my ears! This topic focuses on systems and environments rather than pure motivation, offering a practical perspective on long-term success. Willpower is after all energy, and we are usually already pretty low on it if we are looking to set up consistent self-care! And we owe ourselves to do so, so we  are not operating from an empty tank . Making self-care an in...

Breast Reconstruction or not after Fifty? Join us in a heartfelt and powerful conversation as Simone Kreutzer shares her journey with breast cancer and the choices she made regarding breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Simone, a professional at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, talks about her experiences with breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and the decisions we make. She also discusses the...

💡  Cara Michele —licensed acupuncturist, author, and self-care expert—joins us to unravel the  science of cellular health  and how it’s the  true foundation  of energy, vitality, and aging gracefully. Learn how to  decode your body’s signals  and create simple, sustainable habits for lifelong wellness. 🔥  In This Episode, You’ll Discover: ✔  The #1 myth about aging  (your cells regenerate every...

With us today a living proof of making one’s dreams come true regardless of barriers, and age. Meet Tally Koren a true testament to passion and perseverance who overcame so much to become the multi-lingual singer-songwriter we know today, who has illuminated stages from the Royal Albert Hall to the House of Lords, featuring on BBC Radio 2 and countless global stations, not to mention featuring on...

Bounce Back Ability: The Key to Consistent Self-Care with Cara Michele Nether – Episode 3 of 6 We aren’t perfect. We “fail” which is fine, key here is our Bounce Back ability! In the third episode of our self-care consistency series, licensed acupuncturist and author Cara Michele Nether joins us to discuss the crucial concept of ‘bounce back.’ Cara Michele shares insights on how...

Understanding DEMENTIA and ALZHEIMER’s is the theme of todays’ episode: what it is, what to look out for and what we can do. This is a SPECIAL episode as it is part of Podcasthon 2025, an incredible and fast-growing non-profit initiative that unites over a thousand podcasters globally for one week. There’s no money involved, it’s all about raising awareness for various charitable causes. I c...

In this inspiring interview, we explore how boomers are reshaping the economy through entrepreneurship, featuring business development expert Jeanette Anderson, who brings over 40 years of experience in strategic planning, sales, and marketing, this episode delves into the burgeoning trend of ‘maturepreneurs.’ Despite societal ageism, older individuals are fueling economic growth, driv...