SecondWind

What makes a life meaningful? How do we build stronger relationships, become better people, and create a life that feels deeper than a list of accomplishments?

On this episode of Second Wind, Joyce Buford explores the books and ideas of David Brooks, whose writing has examined everything from ambition and character to community, relationships, purpose, and the way we understand one another.

Drawing from books such as The Road to Character, The Second Mountain, and How to Know a Person, Joyce looks at the questions Brooks returns to again and again: What happens when achievement is no longer enough? How do we move from success to significance? And what does it really mean to see, know, and connect with the people around us?

This conversation is about more than books. It’s about the choices we make as we grow older, rethink our priorities, and decide what kind of person we want to become in the next chapter of our lives.

International travel has a way of changing more than your location. It can change your perspective, challenge your routines, and remind you just how big and interesting the world really is.

On this episode of Second Wind, Sandra Beck talks with Joyce Buford about the rewards of traveling internationally—experiencing new cultures, trying unfamiliar foods, navigating different customs, and learning to be comfortable outside your usual environment.

They discuss how travel can build confidence, curiosity, flexibility, and a deeper appreciation for both the places you visit and the life you return home to. Whether it’s a long-awaited destination or a spontaneous adventure, stepping into another part of the world can be a powerful way to reconnect with yourself.

Sometimes a second wind begins with a passport, a little courage, and the willingness to see life from a completely different point of view.

You don’t always have to get on a plane or travel hundreds of miles to feel like you’ve gotten away.

On this episode of Second Wind, Sandra Beck talks with Joyce Buford about the joys of traveling locally—exploring nearby towns, trying new restaurants, visiting parks and museums, taking scenic drives, and discovering places you may have overlooked simply because they were close to home.

They talk about how local travel can bring adventure back into everyday life without the expense, planning, and stress of a major trip. Sometimes a change of scenery, even for an afternoon, is enough to reset your perspective and remind you how much there is still to see and experience.

A second wind can start with something as simple as getting in the car, choosing a new direction, and seeing where the day takes you.

Some seasons ask more of us than we ever expected to give. Loss, change, uncertainty, disappointment, and exhaustion can leave us wondering how we keep moving forward when life looks nothing like we planned.

On this episode of Second Wind, Sandra Beck talks with Joyce Buford about finding grace in the middle of difficult seasons—not by pretending everything is fine, but by learning how to meet life where it is.

Together, they explore what it means to give yourself room to struggle, release what you cannot control, recognize the strength you have already built, and remain open to the possibility that something meaningful can still emerge from a painful chapter.

Sometimes a second wind doesn’t arrive as a dramatic breakthrough. Sometimes it begins quietly—with acceptance, perspective, compassion, and the decision to take one more step.

Dolly Parton is much more than a legendary singer and songwriter. She is a storyteller, businesswoman, philanthropist, actress, and cultural icon whose influence has reached far beyond country music.

On this episode of Second Wind, Sandra Beck talks with Joyce Buford about the many gifts of Dolly Parton—from her unmistakable talent and sense of humor to her generosity, resilience, business savvy, and ability to remain authentically herself through decades in the public eye.

They explore the lessons found in Dolly’s remarkable life: knowing who you are, refusing to let other people define your worth, using success to lift others, and finding ways to bring joy into the world. From her music and entrepreneurial accomplishments to her commitment to childhood literacy and giving back, Dolly offers a powerful example of what can happen when talent is paired with purpose.

Sometimes a second wind comes from remembering that you can be strong and kind, ambitious and generous, successful and still completely yourself.

The best trips don’t end when we unpack the suitcase. In Part Two of Joyce’s Scotland journey, the conversation turns to the moments, conversations and experiences that stay with us long after we return home.

Against the unforgettable backdrop of Scotland, Joyce explores how travel can create space for reflection, deepen friendships and bring old memories and emotions unexpectedly to the surface. There is beauty in seeing a new place, but sometimes the greater discovery is seeing our own lives from a different perspective.

Join Joyce for a thoughtful and entertaining look at Scotland, friendship, change and why stepping outside our familiar world can sometimes be exactly the second wind we need.

Pack your bags and head to Scotland with Joyce as she shares the first part of a journey filled with dramatic landscapes, centuries of history, unexpected moments and the kind of experiences you simply can’t plan. From winding roads and mist-covered hills to old stone buildings and the unmistakable atmosphere of the Scottish countryside, this trip quickly became about much more than checking destinations off a list.

On this episode of Second Wind with Joyce, Joyce reflects on what happens when we leave our routines behind and give ourselves permission to experience someplace completely different. Travel has a funny way of waking us up, challenging our expectations and reminding us that some of the best memories come from what happens between the places we planned to see.

Our skin changes as we age, but that doesn’t mean we have to fight every line, spot or change we see in the mirror. In this episode of Second Wind with Joyce, Joyce takes a practical look at what happens to our skin over time and how we can care for it with more knowledge, less hype and a little more kindness toward ourselves.

From dryness and changes in texture to sun damage, collagen loss and shifting skincare needs, Joyce explores the habits and choices that can make a meaningful difference. The conversation also looks at the bigger picture: feeling comfortable in our skin, adjusting expectations and deciding which beauty messages are worth listening to and which ones deserve to be ignored.

Aging skin is not a problem to solve. It is skin that needs different care. This episode is about understanding those changes and making informed choices that help us look and feel our best at every stage.

Making a will is one of those things many of us know we should do, but it is easy to keep putting off. In this episode of Second Wind with Joyce, Joyce talks about the practical and emotional side of preparing for the decisions that come at the end of life.

From choosing who will handle your affairs to deciding what happens to your belongings, finances and personal wishes, this conversation is about getting organized before a crisis forces someone else to make those choices for you. Joyce also looks at the importance of discussing your wishes with the people you trust and making sure important documents can actually be found when they are needed.

Preparing a will is not just about money or property. It is about clarity, responsibility and making things easier for the people you love. Taking care of these decisions now can provide peace of mind for everyone later.

Christopher Nolan takes on one of the oldest and most influential adventure stories ever told in The Odyssey. Matt Damon stars as Odysseus, the legendary warrior struggling to return home after the Trojan War while confronting dangerous seas, mythical creatures, seductive temptations and the consequences of his own choices.

On this episode of Second Wind with Joyce Buford, Joyce reviews the film’s performances, visual spectacle and modern interpretation of Homer’s classic tale. Does this massive production bring fresh emotional depth to the ancient story, or does the filmmaking spectacle overpower its characters? Join Joyce for an honest look at the movie—and at its enduring themes of courage, loyalty, perseverance, identity and the long journey home.