"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"

Send us Fan Mail This week, our very dear friend and favourite life coach, Tim Wade, returns for another fun conversation. Barb and Tim discuss how their definition of happiness has changed through the years, how they manage their happiness, and the true meaning of the 'pursuit of happiness.' Find Tim Wade at https://lionhearted.men/ Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you li...

Send us Fan Mail The Super Agers are back! Larry Wolf and David Cravit have returned to talk to Barb about how to create and maintain social connections in our senior years. They also discuss how technology and the government are playing a part in helping us sustain a meaningful life as we reach our golden years. Find David & Larry at https://superaging.info/ You can purchase their book here ....

Send us Fan Mail Co-Authors of Amazon's #1 Best Selling book, "Super Aging: Getting Older Without Getting Old,"   David Cravit and Larry Wolf, return to the show to talk about one of the most important part of the 7 pillars of Super Aging-- Attachment. Find David & Larry at https://superaging.info/ You can purchase their book here . Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . I...

Send us Fan Mail Friend of the Pod and Dating Coach, Tim Wade, returns for another wisdom-filled conversation with Barb. They discuss what it's like to go through break-ups if you're back in the dating scene in your 60s, what not to do when you're breaking up with someone,  the importance of knowing yourself and how important it is to listen to your intuition. Find Tim Wade at https...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Barb chats with her neighbours of almost 30 years, about re-locating after retirement. Chris and Dale Simonson return for another chat about their post-retirement move from Vancouver (the city) to Vancouver Island.  It is a bittersweet conversation between friends who have shared so much throughout the years, but also discussing what lies ahead in the future as Chris an...

Send us Fan Mail One of our favourite podcast friends, Lorna Hart, returns to chat with Barb about the joys of being a grandma. Lorna and Barb both became grandmas at almost the exact same time, and they share what the last two and a half years have been like now that both their grandchildren are now toddlers. Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow...

Send us Fan Mail Barb is back for another "booming"  season! Welcome to Season 7. Tim Wade, of LionHearted Men, is back for another engaging conversation about fatherhood. Barb and Tim discuss what we can learn from horses, the highlights of being a great father and what it means for the new dads of the future. Find Tim at https://lionhearted.men/ to learn more about his coaching practic...

Send us Fan Mail This very special tribute is for our dear friend and podcast favourite, Deb Pedersen. We miss you dearly. Re-released from Season 1, Episode 8: "I'll be there for you!" Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rate and review our show and tell us what you'd like to...

Send us Fan Mail Barb chats with Co-Authors David Cravit (Zoomer Media) and Larry Wolff (Wolff Group) about their new book, "SuperAging: Getting Older Without Getting Old". They discuss the difference between "super aging" vs "default aging," the 7 A's of Super Aging: Attitude, Awareness, Activity, Accomplishment, Attachment, Autonomy, and Avoidance. And has anyo...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Barb chats with one of our favourite podcast guest, Denise Torgerson. They discuss the damaging effects of "Toxic Positivity," and Mela weighs in on what too much positivity can look like within the context of female empowerment. Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel fr...

Send us Fan Mail Our resident wine expert, Eden Buss, is back and we are getting some professional recommendations on what to pair with some classic meals if you are hosting friends for dinner. We chat about Red, White, Sparkling and even Orange wines! And have you ever thought about what to pair with a Timbit?? Wine Recommendations On This Episode: Pairing #1: Roast Beef/Prime Rib + Roasted Potat...

Send us Fan Mail Relationship Coach and friend of the pod, Tim Wade, is back for more dating advice and some 'play acting.' Barb and Tim get into character and role play their worst dates. Find Tim Wade at https://lionhearted.men/ Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rate and review our s...

Send us Fan Mail He was so nice, we had to have him on twice! Dating/Life Coach, Tim Wade returns to talk to Barb about dating in your 60s. They discuss ghosting, texting, and what makes for a good conversation when meeting someone for the first time. Find Tim Wade at https://lionhearted.men/ Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favouri...

Send us Fan Mail In this lively episode, Barb interviews Tim Wade, a  professional dating coach, to discuss what life can be like as a single person in your 60s. Find Tim Wade at https://lionhearted.men/ Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet. Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rate and review our sho...

Send us Fan Mail In this fun episode, Barb and Mela discuss their most favourite topic--their DOGS. Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet . Find Mela on Tiktok @melatoned . Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rate and review our show and tell us what you'd like to hear, and what other topics you&...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss how to  survive a separation and/or divorce after 30+ or 40+ years of marriage. We talk to a Divorce Mediator, Alex Howard, about "Gray Divorce," and what are some strategies to rebuilding, transitioning, and eventually thriving when we find ourselves alone once again. Find Alex Howard at https://www.midtownmediation.ca/ Find Alex Howard on In...

Send us Fan Mail In this delicious episode, we are talking all about one of Barb's favourite things--WINE! Our very special guest, Eden Buss, is our wine expert this week. She'll be breaking down some of your favourite grape varietals and some that you might have avoided in the past. We talk about food pairings, acidity, terroir , and the importance of stemware when it comes to experienc...

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! New Year, New Season! In our Season 6 Premiere, Barb and Mela discuss New Year's Resolution vs. New Year's Intention. We get into some Lunar New Year superstitions, and we hone in on what we need to release versus what we need to gain. Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet Find Mela on Tiktok @melatoned Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like...

Send us Fan Mail The Holidays is the time for joy and harmony...or is it? Barb chats about how to deal with Ambiguous Loss and the Holiday Blues with one of our favourite Boomers, Denise Torgerson. Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rate and review our show and t...

Send us Fan Mail It's our 50th episode, and Barb and Mela are reminiscing on some of our favourite moments on the podcast. It's crazy to think that just over a year ago, this podcast was merely a seed of an idea in Barb's brain--and now here we are. A big thank you to all our loyal listeners for following our show and listening in every Wednesday.  Rate and Review our show on your f...

Send us Fan Mail Are you a boomer that has difficulty sleeping? Well, look no further because this week's episode is all about how to help you get a good night sleep for your health and well-being. Barb is interviewing behaviour analyst/sleep specialist, Nicole Shallow, and she's on the pod to talk about the best practices for a healthier, better night sleep. Get in touch with Nicole her...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Barb brings back to the pod, our Grief Specialist (from S5.EP03), and her very dear friend, Denise Torgerson. They discuss how much their shared experience as Life Coaches has added value to their 20 year long friendship, and how it has shaped them as individuals. Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet. Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you li...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling parched?? With the Holidays upon us, we couldn't help but start planning what we are going to eat, but most importantly, what we are going to drink! Our very own, Mela, moonlights as a bartender in the weekends, and she is our very special guest in this fun, light-hearted, and informative conversation about COCKTAILS! So grab your favourite beverage, and let's dr...

Send us Fan Mail In this very special episode, we check in with Barb's book club! It's been a while since we've spoken to Sue Fabbro, Debbie, Jane, Sue Wolf, and Lori from Season 1. The ladies discuss what they've read over the past year, and of course, what they've eaten during their monthly get-togethers. Recommended books in this episode: "The Christie Affair"...

Send us Fan Mail Grief Expert Denise Torgerson visits the pod this week for an illuminating conversation about how to deal with grief, the process to acknowledge and normalize the feeling of pain, and how to get through it. Find Barb on Instagram @barbjanet. Find us on Instagram @convoswithboomerspod . If you like our show, make sure you follow us on your favourite Podcast player. Feel free to rat...