Happy Beyond 40

In this episode we sit down with the remarkable Liz Eskenazi, executive coach, consultant, and founder of Mind the Core. Liz shares her journey from a corporate role to becoming an intentional entrepreneur, celebrating the 5-year anniversary of her business. She opens up about the challenges of maintaining self-worth in the face of triggering questions and the transformative power of vulnerability...

In this episode, Sarah and Marcy discuss their values and how understanding their values and self-worth impacts how they show up in the world and contribute to various part of their lives. They tackle questions like: What are some of the values that you bring? What do you hope people value in you? How do you know when you are being valued? What does that feel like? Tune in to hear their conversati...

In this episode we welcome Audrey Atkinson to the pod to talk about her journey as a transgender woman, finding her way to a truly joyful and authentic life. After making the decision to live her truth, Audrey expresses gratitude for community and the importance of it. Listen to this episode and be inspired by Audrey's wisdom, courage and enormous heart. Resources: Audrey Now Transgender Legi...

In this episode we welcome Sarah Bettman to the pod to talk about leading an authentic life and how she is making it possible. Sarah is a self-proclaimed instigator of change. She is a consultant, coach, speaker and host of the Live Stoked | Lead Stoked podcast. In her work, she blends organizational culture, leadership, and wellbeing principles to create meaningful experiences for her clients, wh...

Welcome listeners! Today we talk about trust. We have chosen this topic because both of us have recently had trust broken (or in question) in situations unique to each of us, yet we find that the impact and feelings are similar. What is fundamental when establishing and maintaining trust? What are we working on when it comes to trust? Perhaps mending it or building it? We would love to hear from y...

Today we dive into what it means for each of us to start a new year! There is so much talk and expectations for goal setting, resolutions and aspirations - and if there is anything that we learned from last year’s conversations and connections - we both feel we need to approach this a bit differently and in ways that are inspirational and fulfilling. So...we are letting go of cultural expectations...

Conversations & Connections is officially one-year this month! We've been at this for a year! In this episode we reflect on our experience co-hosting this podcast and expressing gratitude for our incredible guests. What started as a mission to connect with others and have conversations has turned into so much more! Listen as we recap some of the most meaningful moments for us in the last...

In this conversation we connect with Benjamin Von Wong. Von Wong is an international artist, activist and photographer focused on amplifying positive impact and making that impact unforgettable. The magnitude of Von Wong’s work is beyond articulation as it leaves observers in awe and wonder. While Von Wong is publicly known for his art and photography, he shares his wisdom with us about following...

In this episode we are joined by teacher, mentor and intellectual, Tola Atewologun. Not long ago, Tola made the brave decision to leave a career in finance to pursue one in education, and to make sure he would do it well. Tola comes to the conversation with principles and authenticity worth hearing and practicing. Whether or not you are a teacher, his perspective and words of wisdom are aspiration...

Announcement: We are changing our podcast name from Always be Recording to Conversations & Connections! Based on feedback from our listeners, Sarah and I want to ensure our title is reflective of our mission which is about chatting with people about midlife, our experiences and inspirations, an in a way that fosters connection! So, going forward, Conversations & Connections will be our tit...

In this episode, we are joined by best-selling author, mentor, coach and wonderful all around human, Susan MacKenty Brady. Now is our time to create space for a new path forward—to recommit to the practices that will help us find joy, light--and more fulfillment in each day. It all starts with the story that we tell ourselves in our head---our Inner Critic. In fact, what we think and feel drives w...

In this episode, we explore the role of human connection and how it can take on even more meaning during times of change and transition... we talk openly about our values, our identities, and how the evolution of these continues to guide how we show up and interact with the people and environment around us. We share some of the small daily habits that are helping us focus on being present each day...

What would your world look like if you followed your passion? If you’re curious about creating your own path forward... one that allows you to build on what truly ignites you.... if you've ever asked yourself "what if" .... then this episode is for you. We welcome special guest Meggin Anderson, who is a business owner, mentor and BODi partner. Ten years ago, she made a BOLD move and...

Sarah and Marcy welcome their first guest to ABR, LaVera Butler! LaVera brings an array of personal and professional experience to the conversation. She shares what lights her up, ideas about navigating change and what it means to "awaken" her authentic self, talents, learning and creativity. LaVera gifts Sarah, Marcy and listeners with beautiful wisdom as it relates to seeking support a...

Marcy and Sarah try to understand their own vulnerabilities and how to manage them. Both are trying to lean into being vulnerable while learning more about what they each need and experience when feeling vulnerable. In this episode they share what it means to be vulnerable, what role vulnerability plays in their lives, what it takes to be vulnerable, and how their past experiences, personality typ...

Sarah and Marcy talk about purpose. What does that even mean? Is your life's purpose the same as your career? Is it more about your life style? How do you know what your purpose is? Do we need to know? Tune into hear the ways Marcy and Sarah define purpose and how their definitions continue to shift as they grow, reflect and figure out what lights them up! Tool referenced and suggested in thi...

Sarah and Marcy answer some tricky questions about their privilege. In what ways do you identify as privileged and how has such privilege shaped you? What 1-2 experiences have you had this past week/month/year that demonstrate this for you and what did you learn from it? How do we navigate day to day to ensure we are pushing self-growth, learning, mitigating privilege, etc.? Tools referenced and s...

Change is a fact of life! In this episode, Marcy and Sarah share their recent experience dealing with big changes in their lives and a few of the practices that are helping them manage the day-to-day burden that can come with these shifts. "When we pay attention to how we react, create space to manage our physical and emotional well being, and lean-in to pressing pause, we can make all of thi...

In this first episode, Sarah and Marcy introduce themselves and the reasons they are coming together to discuss (and record!) their midlife experiences. They a share a bit about podcast goals, their 20+ year friendship and identify ground rules for supporting each other during challenging times, life changes and personal growth. This episode, and that follow, include inspirational books, people, q...