In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I sit down with Susan Holmes McKagan for a conversation about reinvention, courage, and playing the long game.

After a successful career as a 90s supermodel, Susan pivoted in her late 40s and enrolled in Harvard Graduate School to deepen and refine her craft as a writer. She shares what inspired that decision, what it felt like to be older than many of her classmates, and how the academic rigor sharpened her writing and strengthened her discipline.

We also talk about her nearly 27-year marriage to Duff McKagan of Guns N Roses. How they met on a blind date, what keeps their relationship strong, and what it was really like raising two daughters while navigating life on tour. Susan offers an honest look at the pros and challenges of being married in the rock and roll world and why longevity in love, just like career, requires intention and growth.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why Susan chose to go to Harvard Graduate School in her 40s after a successful modeling career
• What it felt like to be the outlier in the classroom
• How her writing sharpened and evolved after graduate school
• How she met Duff McKagan and built a lasting marriage in rock and roll
• What tour life was like while raising a family
• The importance of taking leaps of faith at any age
• Why following your passion matters more than playing it safe
• How benefiting from the long game leads to lasting success

For more on Susan Holmes McKagan, follow her on:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanholmesmckagan/?hl=en 
• Twitter/X: https://x.com/SuHolmesMcKagan 
• Susan’s book, The Velvet Rose: https://a.co/d/0cZfZwW8 
• Three Chords & The Truth: https://duffmckagan.com/radio-show/ 

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What happens when you stop caring what people think after 60?

In this candid, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Lisa Arce (@kitchenkillalisa), the bold and unfiltered voice behind the viral videos that say what so many women are thinking but won’t say out loud.

After being fired at 61, Lisa did not retreat. She reinvented. What began as off-the-cuff social media posts turned into a thriving online presence, brand opportunities, and a loyal audience drawn to her sharp humor, honest storytelling, and unapologetic perspective on real life and modern culture.

In this episode, you will also meet the woman behind the persona, shaped by resilience, complicated family dynamics, loss, love, and a refusal to shrink with age.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What it felt like to be fired at 61 and why it turned out to be a gift
• Reinventing yourself later in life and building something new online
• Making money on social media in your 60s
• Aging without apology, including Botox, gray hair, and the judgment women place on each other
• Why women over 50 are still competing instead of supporting one another
• Divorce, loss, and reconnecting with a past love decades later
• Learning to stop caring what people think
• Finding freedom and confidence in your 60s

For more on Lisa Arce, follow her on:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenkillalisa/?hl=en 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Kitchenkillalisa-61575239068280/ 
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehangryitalian 
• Substack: https://kitchenkillalisa.substack.com/ 

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In this Q&A episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m answering the questions you sent in about aging well, from skincare and aesthetic treatments to wellness, career pivots, and the life changes that shape how we care for ourselves. Drawing from your questions, this conversation reflects on what’s actually helping, what’s changed over time, and how experience informs the choices we make now.

From skincare routines, microneedling, and Sculptra, to advocating for your health, navigating menopause and energy changes, processing grief, deepening faith, and maintaining connection in marriage, this episode explores the growth, challenges, and joy that come with different seasons of life. I share what I’ve learned along the way and how those lessons continue to influence my approach to beauty, wellness, relationships, and work.

In this episode, we cover:

• Skincare routines, beauty treatments, and why simplicity matters
• Hair, makeup, and aging with confidence rather than chasing perfection
• Health, hormones, menopause, and learning to listen to your body
• Advocating for yourself when something feels “off” and being persistent about your health
• My experience with Sculptra and other aesthetic treatments
• Faith, grief, and how belief has shaped difficult seasons
• Marriage, communication, and keeping the connection strong over time
• Career transitions, media, entrepreneurship, and redefining work
• Creating a home, lifestyle, and rhythm that reflects current priorities

Have a question for Dominique? Submit it here for a chance to have it answered on the show! https://forms.gle/MpTeWN1oKN8t18pm6 

Links:

• Interior Design Choices in Our Home Explained: https://youtu.be/vgW-oPy-Udc?si=MtaaICYGu765C13l 

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In this special Valentine’s Day episode, I sit down with my husband, Vic. Together, we reflect on the beauty of second chances, the hard seasons that shaped us, and why Valentine’s Day can be both a joyful celebration and a difficult reminder for so many.

We talk about the myths surrounding romance, the pressure society places on this holiday, and how love is so much bigger than chocolates, flowers, or date nights. With humor, tenderness, faith, and real-life perspective, Vic and I share the lessons we’ve learned through heartbreak, healing, and God’s perfect timing.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why Valentine’s Day can feel painful or complicated for many
• How to reframe the holiday around giving, gratitude, and love beyond romance
• The power of second chances and God’s timing in relationships
• Why the only thing worse than being alone is being with the wrong person
• The importance of honesty, growth, and letting go of perfection
• What we’ve learned from past mistakes, loss, and uncomfortable “yeses”
• How faith became the foundation of our marriage
• Why every day can be an opportunity to love someone well

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In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m joined by dating and relationship coach Laurie Gerber, host of the Love at Any Age podcast and a longtime friend of the show, for a timely conversation about love, connection, and reclaiming Valentine’s Day at any stage of life.

Together, we unpack why Valentine’s Day can bring so much pressure and disappointment, how unspoken expectations quietly erode intimacy, and what it really takes to feel seen, heard, and cherished in relationships. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why Valentine’s Day triggers pressure, comparison, and resentment, and how to reclaim it
• How unspoken expectations sabotage intimacy in long-term relationships
• The power of listening (and why feeling heard changes everything)
• Why love doesn’t “just happen” and how to design it intentionally
• How to communicate desires without guilt, testing, or mind-reading
• Practical ways to create connection (whether you’re single or partnered)
• The types of dates that can reignite passion, play, and closeness at any age
• Why midlife is a powerful time to redefine romance on your own terms

For more on Laurie Gerber, follow her on:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauriegerberdatingcoach
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegerber_coach/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriegerber
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lauriegerbercoach
• Listen to her podcast, Love At Any Age: https://lauriegerbercoach.podbean.com/
• Sign up for her FREE webinar ‘3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments: https://www.lauriegerber.com/webinar 

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Raising teens in a digital world can feel overwhelming, especially when you didn’t grow up with social media yourself. In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m joined by Antigone Davis, Meta’s Vice President and Global Head of Safety, for an important and reassuring conversation about teen safety, social media, and what parents and grandparents need to know in today’s digital world.

Antigone has spent her career focused on protecting children and young people. With a background in education and law, she now leads global safety efforts at Meta, working with experts, NGOs, and policymakers to create safer online experiences for teens and families.

Together, we talk honestly about the challenges parents face raising teens in a world of social media, smartphones, and AI. Antigone breaks down Meta’s teen safety tools, including built-in guardrails, parental supervision, time limits, and age-appropriate content, and explains how they are designed to support both connection and wellbeing. We also explore why teens may actually welcome boundaries more than we expect and how parents can start these conversations with confidence.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How teen accounts work on Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger
• What the new 13+ content experience means for parents
• How parental supervision tools help without invading privacy
• Managing screen time, sleep, and late-night scrolling
• Social media’s impact on teen mental health
• What parents should know about AI and online safety
• How to create healthy digital boundaries through communication, not control

Resources:

• Instagram Teen Accounts —now inspired by 13+ movie ratings—are designed to give parents peace of mind that their teens are safer with the right protections in place. Learn more about Instagram Teen Accounts at https://about.fb.com/news/2025/10/instagram-teen-accounts-pg-13-ratings/
• Support your family’s online experience with expert guidance and tools from Meta’s Family Center. Explore resources today, including Meta’s Screen Smart Program, at https://familycenter.meta.com. 

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In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m joined by Dr. Will Cole, New York Times bestselling author, leading functional medicine expert, and host of The Art of Being Well podcast, for a powerful conversation about what’s really driving many of the health challenges we face in midlife.

Dr. Cole is one of the nation’s top functional and integrative doctors and the founder of the world’s first functional medicine telehealth centers. He works with patients around the globe, specializing in uncovering the root causes of chronic issues like inflammation, thyroid dysfunction, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain health concerns.

Together, we explore why inflammation lies at the heart of so many chronic conditions, how stress and unresolved trauma impact the body, and the practical lifestyle changes that support lasting health and vitality.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What inflammation really is and why it’s behind so many health issues
• The gut–brain connection and its role in hormones and immunity
• Why functional medicine focuses on root causes, not symptoms
• The foods and lifestyle habits that fuel (or fight) inflammation
• How chronic stress and trauma show up in the body
• Why midlife is a powerful time to reclaim your health
• How to make sustainable changes without extremes

For more on Dr. Will Cole, follow him on:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drwillcole/ 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorwillcole/ 
• Website: https://drwillcole.com/ 
• Listen to his podcast The Art of Being Well: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-being-well/id1539535133 

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In this deeply personal episode, I turn the microphone toward Courtney for an honest, open-hearted conversation about her journey both on and off camera. After years of supporting the show behind the scenes, Courtney steps into the spotlight to share her story, her growth, and the transformation so many of you have been asking about.

Together, we talk about what it’s really like to navigate change, visibility, body image, career shifts, and confidence in a season of life that asks more of us than we often expect. From building a meaningful career and community, to facing public scrutiny, personal reinvention, and hard-earned self-trust, this conversation is raw, thoughtful, and deeply human.

In this episode, we cover:

• Courtney’s journey from behind-the-scenes to center stage
• The realities of personal transformation—physically, mentally, and emotionally
• Navigating body image, public opinion, and self-worth
• Career growth, creative fulfillment, and finding your lane
• What lifestyle change really requires beyond motivation
• The role of discipline, consistency, and support systems
• How relationships, community, and purpose shape growth
• What it means to honor where you are while stepping into what’s next

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mindy Pelz, bestselling author of Age Like a Girl, thought leader, and one of the most trusted voices in women’s health, for a powerful conversation about what really happens to us in midlife. Dr. Mindy isn’t just talking about menopause as a hormonal shift, but as a profound transformation of the brain, body, and identity. From burnout and people-pleasing to leadership and self-trust, this conversation reframes midlife not as a breakdown, but as a breakthrough. This episode is about reclaiming the girl within you, her curiosity, her wisdom, her strength, and learning how to age like a girl with intention, science, and self-compassion.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why menopause is a neurological rewiring, not just a drop in estrogen
• How the loss of estrogen impacts mood, motivation, memory, and identity
• The “people-pleasing” brain and why women stop caring so much after 50
• Why midlife burnout is often a signal of transformation, not failure
• The science behind fasting, ketones, and brain health in postmenopausal women
• How exercise needs to change in menopause, and why more isn’t always better
• The role of muscle, creatine, collagen, and movement in aging well
• Why women are biologically wired for leadership in the second half of life
• The butterfly metaphor for midlife transformation and becoming who you truly are
• How to advocate for yourself with doctors and build a healthcare team that listens
• Why involving partners in the menopause conversation matters more than we think

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• Buy her newest book Age Like a Girl: https://a.co/d/hDptHZz 

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In this New Year episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m taking time to pause, reflect, and step intentionally into what a new year can mean at midlife. 

Using insights from a community poll, I share what you told me you’re feeling as we enter 2026, your hopes, your hesitations, your goals around health, peace, faith, and personal growth, and I reflect honestly on where I find myself in this season of life as well. From strength and wellness, to faith, purpose, boundaries, and letting go of stress and negative self-talk, this conversation is about real life, real bodies, and real growth.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between New Year’s resolutions and intentions, and why the shift matters
• What midlife women say they want more of (and less of) in the year ahead
• Why health, strength, and peace are top priorities at this stage of life
• Honest conversations around weight, wellness trends, and sustainability
• The role of faith, purpose, and reflection in personal growth
• How to plan for change without adding stress or pressure
• Why grace, flexibility, and self-compassion are essential for lasting progress
• What it really means to reset at midlife: emotionally, physically, and spiritually

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