More Than Your Age

Anna Buenaseda shares her journey of pursuing her passion for musical theater after years of putting it aside due to cultural and financial barriers. She discusses how her love for music and singing developed from a young age and how she was inspired by the musical Miss Saigon. Anna explains the cultural pressure she faced to pursue a stable career and the decision to pursue healthcare instead. Sh...

This week's episode is a quick on. Take a listen to hear Erica's life update and come back next week for episode 61!

In this deeply moving episode, we dive into the profound journey of resilience and hope with our guest, Melanie Galaviz. Melanie shares her story of enduring unimaginable pain as a newly married woman at 22, and how she navigated through life's darkest moments with courage and determination. Despite the difficulties, Melanie never felt like a victim and found strength in her husband's resi...

Carisha Davis shares her journey from choosing teaching as a career to transitioning to teaching art and eventually starting her own art business. She initially pursued a career in law but found her passion in coaching and teaching. Carisha's love for sports and coaching led her to become an English teacher, but she always had a passion for art. After years of teaching, she decided to pursue h...

Sarah Damoff shares her journey from her career in family studies, children's ministry, and foster care. She then transitions to becoming a stay-at-home mom and later a guardian ad litem. Sarah's passion for advocating for children and human rights leads her to pursue writing, and she shares her process of learning about the publishing industry and finding an agent. Sarah shares her journe...

Today is a special day as I not only had the opportunity to interview one, but two guests! This was a first time experience having two guests on the show. I’m very thankful my first 2 guest interviews were with The Bulcher sisters. I met both Erin and Nicole several years ago when they opened their fitness studio, The Bar Method. It was an exciting time to witness and watch unfold as a dream came...

I was introduced to my guest on today’s show several years ago at a friend’s bachelorette party. The most beautiful outdoor picnic was created for a group of 15 or so women honoring my friend. Rae Johnson, the founder and owner of Not Ur Average Picnic, was the one who created a beautiful masterpiece that transformed the backyard and made the picnic glamorous for my friend. I’ve been following alo...

Music has a way of speaking to our souls in a variety of ways. How a songwriter can convey truth and poetry to create a song that leaves an impact on our hearts is truly remarkable. I came across my guest today at an intimate concert back in the fall of 2023. Every single song she sang was profound and deeply touching. I had the opportunity to chat with her after the show and learned a little bit...

We all have a perception on what marriage should look like, and when is the best time to get married. You may think marriage should happen at a really young age or that you need to wait until you’ve experienced more life.  You may also think that your life will have value and a purpose once you’ve met the love of your life. The reality is that our lives aren’t complete or incomplete once we have o...

I love seeing people’s dreams come true, especially when the odds could be stacked against them. When someone has a huge passion and chases after their dream, regardless of what others may say,  and it comes to fruition, it is such an exciting thing to witness and celebrate. Today’s guest is just that person. Rebekah Hoffpauir, owner of the Bekery bakery, shares her journey of starting and growing...

We’ve all had a vision in our minds of what success looks like. For some, it may be being the best at your craft or job, for others it may be a specific title or accolade, and for some, it may be something more simplistic. No matter what, everyone has a vision and idea of success. In today’s episode, I speak with Kenzie Wilson who is a Texas educator and someone who viewed success in one light, an...

I think there’s something special and unique about a person when you get the opportunity to talk to them and feel this connection and draw towards them as a person. There are people in this world that are truly remarkable and the fact that I had the opportunity to speak with one and discover her kindness and unique warmth, made this interview extra special. Abby Snyder shared a part of her story i...

It’s the 50th episode!!!! I can’t believe it! How have 50 episodes come in what I feel is  short amount of time?! But it has, and I am grateful to be here. Coincidentally, the 50th episode coincides with my 40th birthday! Well… just a few days after, but I decided to use this episode as a solo episode to reflect on turning 40, what comes with it, and everything in between. Enjoy this short episode...

This episode is full of laughs and enjoyment as I had the opportunity to chat with the very funny comedian, Angela Owen. She shares her journey from life before pursuing comedy, to where she is now: Angela, a former hairdresser, shares her journey of transitioning to comedy at the age of 51. Angela explains how her background in hairdressing and writing prepared her for a career in stand-up comedy...

I really am humbled each opportunity I get to sit down with each woman I’ve had the chance to speak with and share a part of their story on this podcast. Sometimes, there’s a lot of heartache that has turned around for the better. This week’s episode is no different. To be honest, I had a completely different vision of what my interview would be like with my guest based on what I “knew” about her...

I was introduced to my guest on today's episode in a really neat way thanks to social media. I saw a brief summary of her life and knew she would be perfect for the podcast. Monica Shriver, Saxophonist and Composer, shares her journey from being primarily a teacher for 20 years to pursuing the kind of music career she always wanted at age 41. She discusses the challenges she faced in the educa...

What an impactful and special episode this was for me to record. I was introduced to Julia Nicholson through her book and resonated with so much of what she shared and expressed as someone recently experiencing grief myself. I can’t wait for you to hear this phenomenal and highly inspirational story.  What you can expect: Julia Nicholson shares her story of resilience and overcoming adversity afte...

Dr. Karli Provost Goldstein is a gynecologic surgeon specializing in endometriosis. In this conversation, she shares her journey from growing up internationally and learning multiple languages to pursuing a career in medicine. Dr. Goldstein discusses her decision to focus on gynecology and the challenges she faced, including her own experience with infertility. She also explains how her personal e...

Welcome back to a new line-up of incredible women with inspiring stories to start of the 2024 year. I am thrilled to showcase these phenomenal women this year. To start off the new season if you’d like, I had the opportunity to speak with Jennifer Blehm.  Jennifer shares her journey from aspiring missionary to motherhood and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the closed door of...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This is officially the FINAL episode for 2023, and it’s a quick one. Thank you for being a part of The More Than Your Age Podcast this year. What an honor it is for me to share so many amazing stories. I can’t wait to continue sharing additional stories of wonderful women starting in January 2024. Take a listen to the last episode of the year for a quick reflect...

This episode is the last guest episode for the 2023 year. What a year it has been! I’m thankful to finish this year off with my final guest, Johana Miller. Johana has a unique story of moving to the states from Panama as a young girl and learning how to navigate life as an immigrant without any knowledge of the English language. Her grit and determination to learn and grow quickly helped her becom...

I love how I get the opportunity to speak with women who are so encouraging and kind and most importantly, humble. I am excited for you to hear my interview today with Grapevine Middle School Principal, Mandy Alexander, who is one of the most humble leaders I’ve had a chance to speak with as someone who has worked in public education for a while and who has been around a lot of people in any type...

I love hearing stories about women who start pursuing a hobby at an “older” age and compete with other women who have been participating in the same hobby since they were children. These stories are such inspirations to me and to so many. They can really help motivate others to want to do the same in a hobby they may want to pursue themselves. My guest on today’s episode decided she wanted to purs...

Happy Birthday to The More Than Your Age Podcast! I can’t believe it’s been 1 year since the podcast started. What a great year for the show it has been. In this episode, I reflect back on 1 year, and share a few sentiments about the show and what’s to come. Thank you for joining the show and being a part of The More Than Your Age Podcast! If you have loved this show, please share it with a friend...

I couldn’t be more excited to share episode 39 with the listeners this week as I had the honor and privilege to chat with Birds on a Wire founder and creator, Karen Stubbs. I met Karen several months ago at a coffee shop with a few other friends of mine in a local moms group. Karen spoke to us to encourage us for the upcoming year and shed some light on what she does and how her ministry is built...