Late Boomers

United Nations Peace Medal Recipient Ken Kragen talks about his life in the entertainment business managing the careers of celebrities including Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers, his successful film and TV career, his groundbreaking global achievements Hands Across America and We are the World and his tips on how to succeed in your own career and how your career should service your life. Thank you f...

Ever wondered how a traumatic past can fuel a successful career in public speaking and marketing? Join us in this riveting episode as Merry and Cathy chat with Mitch Carson, a global speaker and marketing guru who has spoken in 63 countries and produced over 2,000 live events. Mitch opens up about his personal journey from addiction to recovery, and how it led him to the stage. He shares invaluabl...

Have you ever wondered how a yoga teacher from Trinidad could redefine your understanding of God, spirituality and love? From writing letters to the editor at age 10 that were read by President George W. Bush and Mikhail Gorbachev about ending war and environmental destruction to walking across Costa Rica and teaching yoga internationally, Troy’s journey is extraordinary. He shares the profound im...

Ever wondered how creativity can heal mental distress? Or why a pioneering psychiatrist might critique his own field? Tune in to Episode 405 of Late Boomers, where Merry and Cathy dive deep with Dr. Fred Moss, the founder of Welcome to Humanity. Discover his journey from a chaotic childhood to a revolutionary approach in mental health that prioritizes human connection over medication. We also expl...

Ever wondered how an electrical engineer becomes a psychic medium? Or how a personal tragedy can lead to profound spiritual transformation? Join us in this riveting episode of Late Boomers as we chat with Tammy Young, a psychic medium and Reiki master. Tammy shares her incredible journey from Motorola to mediumship, sparked by the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Zoe. Learn about the differences...

Linda K. Goldman, author of "Breaking Out of Pinewood," shares her journey from opening an employment agency to studying anthropology at UCLA and working in dispute resolution before embracing her passion for writing. Discover how her diverse experiences shape her storytelling and the fascinating posse of characters in her novel: the girlfriends, con men, hustlers, drifters, truckers and lovers. T...

Ever wondered what it’s like to interview Harrison Ford or Cher? How about battling sugar addiction while navigating the highs and lows of Hollywood? Join us as we sit down with the incredible Reba Merrill, Emmy award-winning TV journalist, author, and speaker. Discover how Reba's childhood dreams led her to a serendipitous career in television, her unforgettable celebrity encounters, and her jour...

Ever wondered what it’s like to transition from Hollywood's glitz to the tranquil art scene of Mexico? How does one pivot from designing movie campaigns to illustrating children’s books and finally becoming a fine artist? Join us as we dive into these intriguing questions and more with our special guest, Lon Levin, on Episode 201 of Late Boomers! Lon Levin, former creative director at 20th Century...

Ever wondered what it’s like to juggle Hollywood, Broadway, and a spiritual journey? Join us as we celebrate our 200th episode with the incredible Michael Nouri! From his iconic role in "Flashdance" to his Broadway stints with legends like Julie Andrews, Michael shares captivating stories from his illustrious career. Discover his philanthropic heart, his meditation practice since 1970, and his dre...

Ever wondered how someone can go from being paralyzed to becoming a European weightlifting champion? Tune in to episode 199 of Late Boomers where we chat with the incredible Kim Rahir. Kim's journey from journalist and mother to overcoming severe health challenges and dominating the weightlifting scene is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Kim opens up about her battle with multiple sclerosis (MS), h...

Join us and our guest Libby Gill, former powerhouse executive at the major Hollywood studios, leadership coach and popular speaker who is now the author of the terrific romance novel "Malibu Summer". Learn about her journey transitioning into writing a novel and what it takes to weave personal grief into a compelling love story. Libby’s journey is a masterclass in career reinvention. Discover the...

Ever wondered what it takes to break into the film industry? How about working with legendary director Francis Ford Coppola? Join us as we chat with Jayson Johnson, an acclaimed producer, screenwriter, and director who shares his incredible journey from aspiring actor to independent filmmaker. Discover how Jayson’s passion for storytelling and resilience led him to global film festival fame, and h...

 Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of your past and harness the power of your deepest energies? In this episodes we dive deep with the extraordinary Gao Motsemme, a master coach who's changing lives by healing generational trauma and igniting self-love. Join us as Gao unravels the threads of ancestral burdens tied to our names, balances our masculine and feminine energies, and explores the unt...

Are you ready to revolutionize your family dynamics? In This episode we sit down with the extraordinary Sharon Fillmore! As a nurse turned NLP coach and author of "The Vital Link," Sharon is here to unravel the secrets to family wellness beyond the dinner plate. Ever wondered how to break the cycle of dysfunction and foster peace at home? Sharon dives into her personal journey from the ER to enric...

Are you ready to soar into the wild blue yonder with a champion who defies the limits of land and sky? In this episode of Late Boomers we sit down with the indomitable Jennie Milton, aka Adrena Jen, Australia's kitesurfing and snow kiting sensation! From her roots in Canberra's snowy slopes to her heart-stopping encounters with polar bears and avalanches, Jennie's tales will have you on the edge o...

Dive deep into the wonders of childbirth and the power of the mind with Claudia Rosenhouse Raiken, master of birth, movement, and healing. Join us as we explore her own transformative journey from dance to doula, and how she uses guided birth imagery and her experience communicating with dolphins to bring about a profound connection between mothers and their unborn children.  Don't forget to conne...

Ever wonder if it's too late to chase a new dream? Nancy Dillingham Marks swapped her corporate badge for a kiln, and now she's melting glass and hearts with her Glass Arts Collective. But how did a business geek become a fused glass artist? And what the heck is fused glass anyway? Find out how Nancy's "Yes, I can" attitude transformed her life and how her passion became a successful business. Plu...

Are you ready to be inspired by an incredible journey from middle-class comfort to the depths of poverty and back up again? In this episode Cathy and Merry delve into the awe-inspiring story of Pamela M. Covington. From a comfortable home to a dilapidated tenement to a published USA Today journalist, Pamela's tale is one of resilience, resourcefulness, and the relentless pursuit of a better life....

Ever wonder what treasures lie hidden in your family's old photo albums? Join us as we dive into the art of preserving precious memories with Haleh Shoa, founder of Picturli. How did Haleh's escape from Iran inspire a business centered on cherishing our past? What magic can facial recognition do for your dusty photo collection? Haleh tells how to turn your analog snapshots into digital gems, curat...

Are you ready to redefine your relationship with money and set your course towards a future of financial freedom? In this episode of Late Boomers, we go deep with Chad Hufford, Anchorage, Alaska's financial guru. With 17 years of shaping money mindsets under his belt, Chad shares his blueprint for navigating the world of investments, retirement, and living a life of abundance, and he unpacks strat...

Tune into the healing power of music with Jeralyn Glass, whose crystal singing bowls can recalibrate your mental and physical health. Learn how to harness your own sacred vibrations to elevate your spirit and live a more harmonious life.  Join us as she shares her transformative journey from acclaimed Broadway performer to becoming a pioneer in the world of holistic healing through sound and music...

Are you ready to take charge of your love life like a boss? Tune in to Late Boomers as we sit down with the phenomenal dating coach Evan Marc Katz! Whether you're navigating the online dating jungle or wondering if you've found "the one," Evan's got you covered with his CEO-of-love-life philosophy. In this episode, we dive deep into why compatibility trumps common interests, how to deal with the p...

Isn't it time to shut off the noise and simplify your life?  Join us as we chill out with Claire Pedrick who shares her journey beginning with her work teaching in Kenya to mastering the art of coaching, and how her walk in the Camino de Santiago reshaped her approach to life. Get inspired by her tales of how she disrupted the status quo, learned that less is more, and how music, conversation, the...

Partying too much?  Feeling sluggish? Wondering if it's just "aging" or if there's more you can do to boost your zest for life? Tune into Adrienne Simmons, creator of "Energy Edge: Unlock Your Energy Potential," who opens the books on her own transformation from exhausted to energized. She'll tell you about her five pillars of vitality and share why your 'why' is the secret sauce to sustained ener...

Ignite your inner entrepreneur and tune into the symphony of life with multi-talented David Ask, a small-town boy who became a recording artist, personal coach, speaker, and inventor of Statguard Plus, a product featured in over 3,000 stores including Home Depot and Lowe's. His insights on  raising kids, personal growth, overcoming self-doubt, the power of mastermind groups, and how to truly under...