The bRight Side of 50 with Carla Palmer

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Today's GYSBtalks guest is Sandra Wingfield: Alopecia Confidence Coach Sandra Wingfield (@ thedopestalopecian on IG) is a confidence coach for Black women with alopecia. She was officially diagnosed with alopecia areata in 2019. During the pandemic, not having access to a barber was what prompted her to shave her head completely.  Alopecia is a challenge, but it doesn't define our worth or...

Three Minute Thursdays

Smiling through the tears...how often do we do find ourselves smiling after a sob fest? Smiling when we want to go into a corner and cry? Smiling when the pain is so unbearable we're not sure if we're going to make it? At some point in our lives we have all been in this place. And it's okay. It's a part of life! Whether you're a woman over 50 or in midlife in general, most know...

What if you're so close and don't even know it? Keep going! It only takes one person....one RIGHT person to see/hear you! Just because you're in midlife it doesn't mean you need to slow down! Whether you're 50 plus or older than that--you gotta keep going for your dreams!

Today's GYSBtalks guest is Angela Mazza, Registered Nurse, Holistic Health Coach,Thyroid Expert! Angela is a wife, mom of 3, and has a passion for sharing how others can embrace their own power to live a healthier life. After caring for her father with cancer and her own cancer journey, she took action to create a healthier life for herself and her family. She has vastly improved her wellbeing...

We have to stop with the silly lists about where we won’t go on a first date! Sis, we are single in midlife / 50 plus / GenXers. Either we need to stop listening to these young women and their ridiculous posts or we need to stop creating them ourselves. For me, there is nothing wrong with a Cheesecake Factory first date or even a simple tea/coffee first date. But it's so much deeper than the "wher...

In this solo episode, host, Carla Palmer (52 year old mom of a 23 year old son), reflects on recent incidents that served as teachable moments for both of them. It's important as moms that we look at our communication style as our children grow into adulthood; the evolution of the relationship and the importance of mutual respect. Also setting boundaries with our young adult's dating partn...

If you want great friends you have to also be a great friend to others. Let's talk about it!

This week on G.Y.S.B.talks, we sit down with former corporate leader, now Speaker and Coach, Sophia Lewis. Sophia's passion is to assist  women of color in Corporate America in positioning and marketing themselves for advancement into leadership roles.  As someone who personally experienced not having someone that looked like her to advocate for her, Sophia saw the need to change the landscape...

One thing I can say about being on this earth nearly 52 years is that my story is colorful! Colorful with a lot of beautiful hues but also darker shades of black and brown. About 12 episodes back, I shared a story about my senior prom and why I went to prom with my older brother. It's pretty good, you should check it out! At the end of that story, I talked about how I ended up in Los Angeles....

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This week on the G.Y.S.B.talks podcast, we sit down with Yolanda Lenzy, MD, MPH to talk about alopecia: awareness, diagnosis and actionable steps to begin proper treatment. Whether you're a woman 50 +, a teen, or mom of someone suffering with this disease, this segment has information that will support you on this journey. Dr. Lenzy is a native of the Washington, DC area. She received her medi...

Three Minute Thursdays with GYSBtalks host: Carla Palmer

In this episode, we sit down with LaDeia Joyce, MBA, HIV Influencer and WebMD Contributing Writer, who shares her personal journey and experiences after being diagnosed with HIV. With openness and vulnerability, she takes us through the emotional and physical challenges she faced, debunking myths and stigma associated with HIV along the way. Our guest aims to educate and empower the audience by sh...

Ozempic might not be all it’s cracked up to be! Ladies in midlife, GenX women, my 50 + honey bunches….is this worth it? I think we need to really talk about this! Listen, Ozempic is primarily approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, and any use for weight loss would be considered off-label. It's crucial for us women or anyone considering Ozempic for weight loss to consult with a healthca...

On this Three Minute Thursday we are talking about sexy grocery carts! Got a few mins? Where my ladies who are trying to keep things sexy in midlife? 50 plus girlies? My GenXers? Tap in, listen in and weight in! Whether you're on a weight loss or weight management tip---the grocery cart matters!

This week on the G.Y.S.B.talks podcast we have one of our favorite return guests, Adrienne Earls of Adrienne's Avenue to talk about living paycheck to paycheck. In this episode, Adrienne shares insights and key strategies individuals can put into place to gain better money management skills, save money, plan for retirement and still ENJOY life! Desired audience takeaways: The importance of bud...

In this week's episode of GYSBtalks, Carla Palmer sits down with Vladimir Riché, CEO of C&R Menswear (Style consultant/Podcast host/YouTuber) to talk menswear styling hacks/tips for the men we love. This episode is for moms who want to help their sons, wives who want to help their husbands, ladies who want to support their partners, men who want insight/support on what might work as they e...

In this solo episode, host, Carla Palmer talks about the importance of guarding your spirit. Referencing an excerpt from Marshawn Evans Daniel's Believing Bigger Journal, Carla shares valuable insights for maintaining emotional and spiritual well-being in this current climate. Join us as we discuss safeguarding your spirit and embracing this transformative stage with resilience and grace. WAIT...

Like me, I know other 50+, midlife, Genx women love to get together over wine! So, I thought we should talk about it! In this week's installment of GYSBtalks, we're joined by Sommelier, Wine Judge and Writer, Maia Parish. Whether you're just stepping into the world of wine, enjoy the occasional glass, or consider yourself a seasoned enthusiast, in the course of this enlightening conver...

This week on GYSBtalks, we're spending time with Sheri Traxler, speaker, author, fitness leader, podcast host and coach. She's giving tips on finding your Why and proven strategies to help reach and maintain your wellness goals. Our hope is for the audience to have the following takeaways: Discovering Purpose: Finding your "why" and identifying the deeper purpose and meaning behi...

Have you been wanting to meal prep consistently but can't seem to get a good system in place? Meals seem too boring--like the "same old, same old"...? Listen, meal prepping can seem daunting for several reasons, but understanding these challenges can help you overcome them and make the process more manageable. Today's guest is here to help! Elia Wolberger, is the Founder and Chef...

Today we're talking business! We've got special guest, Stefanie Julia, a top business coach for online fitness coaches and the founder of Catch Flights & Fitness and Profitable Passion + Purpose (P3). Her expertise is in guiding women to scale their energy and make more money without spending more time on their business. This episode is sure to inspire women, who have yet to move forwa...

Today on GYSBtalks, we are chatting with Senior Fitness Specialist/Personal Trainer, Lifestyle Coach Sheila Agnew McCoy. From this segment with Sheila, you'll gain practical tips and insights on how to prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and foster a healthier and more fulfilling life as you age. I can almost promise you'll leave feeling inspired and excited to do m...