What if aging wasn’t something to hide, but something to celebrate? Debra Granich is the CEO of the Red Hat Society, a global community for women over 50 who want to age joyfully, loudly, and on their own terms. In this episode, she and Kara talk about rejecting ageism, embracing visibility, and how play and friendship can change your health. They explore how the Red Hat Society has grown into a movement for senior women across the world, and how its members are shaping new narratives around aging.

Chapters:

(00:00:01) – What Is the Red Hat Society and Why It Matters

(00:03:30) – Pro-Aging, Royal Colors, and the Power of Visibility

(00:07:00) – Why Recess Is Healthier Than Exercise

(00:10:45) – Confidence, Representation, and Saying Yes After 50

(00:13:30) – Fighting Ageism, Partnering With Hollywood, and Changing the Narrative

(00:17:00) – Community, Travel, and Creating Space for Women to Be Themselves

(00:21:30) – Rewriting the Rules of What’s Possible at Every Age

(00:25:00) – How to Join or Start a Red Hat Chapter Near You

(00:28:30) – Why Joy Is the Best Medicine

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

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