More Than Your Age

What happens when the life you planned completely falls apart? Can God still use your story for something beautiful? When Misty Hughes was 35, her marriage ended unexpectedly. Overnight, she found herself raising four children as a single mom while trying to rebuild her life, identity, and future. The dreams she had for her family seemed to disappear, and she was left asking questions so many wome...

A Competitive Motorsport Racecar Driver at 53. CEO. Author. AI innovator.  Can you imagine becoming a competitive motorsport racecar driver at 53? Now add in running a successful business, developing an innovative AI tool, and writing books—and you've got Kim Estep.  I enjoyed my conversation with Kim and love how she is a hybrid of the two previous episodes. She shares so much wisdom regardin...

Most women think aging means decline. Lynda O'Dea flips that script, sharing her extraordinary journey of reinvention, resilience, and the power of a positive mindset after 75. At 76, she’s thriving—building muscles, growing a YouTube channel, and redefining what it means to grow bold at any age. In this inspiring episode, Lynda reveals how her early experiences with health challenges sparked...

Whitney Morrow never imagined she’d become known as the “Hellcat Queen.” As a mom approaching 40, Whitney shares how buying a Dodge Durango Hellcat unexpectedly launched her into the world of drag racing, social media, and personal healing.  At 39 years old, Whitney Morrow — now known online as the “Hellcat Queen” — went from being a homeschool mom driving a practical SUV to becoming one of the on...

Maybe aging isn’t something to fear—but something to embrace as a privilege? In this powerful episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, Ellie Hyvonen shares a perspective that will completely reframe how you think about age, purpose, suffering, and resilience. At just 24 years old, Ellie brings a depth of wisdom shaped by mission work in Costa Rica, her personal battle with chronic Lyme disease,...

In this conversation, keynote speaker, recruiter, and author Katrina Collier shares her raw and transformative journey from childhood narcissistic abuse to becoming an internationally recognized voice in recruitment, leadership, and emotional healing with host, Erica Pasvar on The More Than Your Age Podcast. Raised in a highly controlling and emotionally abusive environment, Katrina unpacks how ea...

If you’re looking for encouragement to reinvent yourself after heartbreak, anxiety, divorce, trauma, or midlife disappointment , this episode is for you. In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , Erica Pasvar interviews Heidi K. Brown , author of The Map I Draw , about her journey from lawyer to law professor to speaker, writer, solo traveler, and boxer. Heidi shares how she overcame pub...

In this incredible episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , Erica Pasvar sits down with entrepreneur and creative visionary Rachel Meagan to unpack a journey that defies every expectation of what life “should” look like in your teens and twenties. From becoming her father’s primary caregiver at just 14… to launching a photography business at 15… to building a six-figure wedding empire by 21… Ra...

What happens when life gives you unimaginable hardship… and you choose to turn it into purpose? In this powerful episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with Hyun Kim , whose life journey spans immigration, grief, resilience, and starting a mission-driven organization at age 65. Hyun moved to the United States from South Korea in 1976 with no clear plan for her futu...

What does it really take to reinvent your life after 50? In this powerful episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with reinvention mentor AnYes Van Rhijn to talk about midlife transformation, starting over in your 60s, overcoming fear, and designing a life on your own terms. After leaving a toxic relationship, AnYes moved to London with no guarantees. She house-sat...

In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with author Julie Cunningham to explore a life shaped by tradition, transformed by adversity, and redefined through courage. Raised with strong cultural expectations about what a woman’s life “should” look like, Julie followed a conventional path of marriage and motherhood — until life took unexpected turns....

In this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , Erica Pasvar sits down with certified portrait photographer and founder of The Grapevine Edit , Laura Kellerman, to explore how she blended journalism, photography, faith, and community into a thriving purpose-driven business. Laura shares her unexpected transition from a career in journalism to portrait photography—and how those storytelling roo...

What if the adventure of your life didn’t begin until 65? In this powerful episode of the More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with Sheila Nollert —pro-aging advocate, author, fitness instructor, and adventurer—who shattered societal expectations by completing a solo canoe trip at age 65 . Sheila shares how she went from a late start in fitness and quitting smoking during pregn...

What happens when your voice is taken away—but your purpose is not? In this uplifting and motivational episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with Benita Rose , an award-winning concert pianist whose extraordinary journey proves it is truly never too late to follow your calling. Benita opens up about growing up with selective mutism and how music became her lifelin...

What happens when faith collides with trauma, culture shock, motherhood, and unanswered questions? In this powerful episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , host Erica Pasvar sits down with Heather Surls —author, editor, and longtime resident of the Middle East—to talk about her debut memoir, Beyond the Jordan . Heather shares her journey from growing up in California to living in Jerusalem and...

In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar welcomes news anchor and author Kathleen Marple Kalb , who shares her powerful story of publishing her first novel in her 50s after decades of rejections, career pivots, and real-life challenges. If you're a woman navigating midlife, balancing motherhood and career, or dreaming of a creative comeback later in life,...

In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast , Erica Pasvar sits down with Robyn Godfrey —six-star marathon finisher, author of Running the World , and a wonderful example that it’s never too late to start something new at any age. Robyn didn’t grow up an athlete. In fact, she describes herself as a “clumsy teenager” who never imagined she would one day run marathons across the glob...

You HAVE to listen to this episode all the way until the end. We discuss the reality of feeling excluded and “less than” and how this struggle is very real, even at the age of 72. Meet: Mama J At 72 years old, Jay Patterson —known to her followers as Mama J —is proving that life doesn’t slow down with age, it simply gets funnier, deeper, and more real. From navigating alopecia as a young child and...

Judy Jou, co-founder and designer of Ele Story (now Mommy & Me Clothing), shares her immigrant upbringing, early love of fabrics, and how family shaped her creative path. Born in Taiwan and raised in California from age 10, Judy recounts learning English, overcoming grief and depression, and finding refuge in art and sewing. From childhood Barbie-dress experiments to a Master’s in costume desi...

What happens when the desires of your heart don’t come true—no marriage, no children, loss of a parent, and seasons of feeling like the “third wheel”? In this inspiring episode of the More Than Your Age Podcast , Erica Pasvar sits down with Jill Barlow , who reminds us that even when life doesn’t go as planned, God is still writing a beautiful story. Jill shares her powerful journey from a success...

In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Erika Sherger , a Northern New Jersey-based singer, songwriter, guitarist, high school physics teacher, and former primatologist. Erika shares her powerful journey—from writing music as a child to finally stepping on stage at 44 for her first open mic, and now releasing original albums in her 50s. Her story weaves...

In this inspiring episode of More Than Your Age , Erica Pasvar sits down with Willow SE , a 60-year-old model, lead singer of a rock band, author, and advocate for women’s empowerment. Willow’s story is truly inspiring and one of resilience, creativity, and courage—a true testament to the power of finding your voice at any age. From growing up in Wales to building a new life in Australia as a sing...

Episode 100 Part I was a HIT! I heard from so many of you regarding Mary’s story and the powerful impact it had on you. So… the wait is over! What happened upon returning home from prison? You’ll get your chance to listen today! I can’t wait to hear what you think. Enjoy the show! 📖 Resources Mentioned: Mary Forsythe’s book: A Glimpse of Grace Mary’s YouTube channel for spiritual mentoring www.ki...

This. Is. Episode 100!!! Welcome and I’m so glad you are here! This episode is one that is near and dear to my heart. I had the immense privilege of speaking to Mary Elizabeth Forsythe. I read her book and was in AWE of what she experienced, her life before prison, during, and the life changing event that happened to her while in prison. There was so much from this conversation. You will not belie...

What happens when a seasoned public school teacher leaves the classroom after 20 years and steps into the unknown world of homeschooling? In this powerful episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Sarah Wehkamp , viral content creator, entrepreneur, and host of The Homeschool Hug podcast. Sarah opens up about her personal journey — from teaching overseas to feelin...