Thinking about starting a podcast but feeling overwhelmed by the tech, the time commitment, or the fear that no one will listen? In this episode of Snazzy & Sage, Dr. Kerry Szymanski sits down with podcast producer Read Corley, who helps organizations, nonprofits, and thought leaders launch and grow podcasts without the overwhelm.

Read shares practical advice on choosing a niche, deciding between solo or guest formats, selecting simple equipment, and using platforms like Riverside and Podbean to streamline the process. They also discuss realistic expectations around growth, why downloads aren’t the best measure of success, and how podcasting can build confidence, credibility, and personal brand at any stage of life.

To learn more about Read’s work or connect with him directly, follow Read Corley on LinkedIn.

If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to explore other episodes of Snazzy & Sage, where Kerry talks with inspiring guests about reinvention, creativity, confidence, and building meaningful next chapters.

In this episode of Snazzy & Sage, Dr. Kerry Szymanski sits down with Terry Zelen, President of Zelen Communications, for a thoughtful conversation about marketing, creativity, and staying curious. Terry reflects on his 35-year journey in the marketing industry and how curiosity, adaptability, and learning through experience have shaped his career.

The discussion explores artificial intelligence in a practical and approachable way. Terry shares why AI is best viewed as a tool that enhances creativity, research, and problem solving rather than replacing human thinking, and why staying engaged with new technology can support growth and reinvention at any stage of life.

Beyond marketing and AI, Terry offers insights on aging, personal style, resilience, and finding joy through meaningful work, creativity, and time outdoors. This episode is a reminder that reinvention does not stop with age and that curiosity remains one of our most powerful assets.

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In our third chapter, change often comes with boxes, decisions, and letting go. Moving, downsizing, relocating, or simply rethinking how we live can feel overwhelming, but it can also be clarifying.

In this episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, I chat with closet-organizing expert Tiara Gaffney about how to approach closet organizing during major life transitions. We talk through practical strategies for sorting clothes, deciding what to keep or release, and organizing a closet that supports your current lifestyle, whether you are preparing for a move, downsizing, or simplifying your home.

If you are navigating a move, a reset, or a new season of life, this episode offers practical guidance to help you organize with intention and make clear, confident decisions about what to carry forward into your next chapter.

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What if the passion you set aside years ago is still waiting for you?

In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with Jim Schreiner, co-founder of the JD Blues Band, Victor High School alum, Eagle Scout, and lifelong community builder. Jim shares how he discovered music later in life—starting a band at age 41—and how creativity, courage, and consistency turned a simple lunchtime jam session into a beloved regional band with dozens of live performances each year.

Jim opens up about:

Discovering music and learning harmonica as an adult

Starting a band in midlife—and why it’s never too late

Balancing career, family, volunteering, and creativity

How music keeps your mind sharp and your spirit energized

Redefining aging as a new beginning, not an ending

Whether you once played an instrument, dream of starting something new, or are simply craving inspiration for your next chapter, this episode is a powerful reminder: you don’t have to be perfect—you just have to begin.

🎶 Featured Guest: Jim Schreiner, JD Blues Band

Follow JD Blues Band on Facebook and YouTube to catch upcoming performances—and get inspired to pick up that instrument again.

What happens when two high school sweethearts reconnect after four decades? For Tim and Deb Smith, the answer is a renewed love story that blossomed into marriage, creative partnership, and a completely new chapter as authors.

In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Tim, "Mr. Smith", who was one of my high school English teachers at Victor Senior High School, and his wife Deb to explore their remarkable journey from the classroom to the written page. After retiring from decades of teaching, they began writing for their local newspaper and soon transitioned into co-authoring a series of nonfiction books that reflect their shared curiosity, humor, and love for their community.

We talk about:

How their romance rekindled after 40 years

Their unexpected launch into writing later in life

The joy they’ve found in creating together

Staying inspired through purpose, connection, and community

A sneak peek into their upcoming book project

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, reigniting a passion, or beginning a new chapter at any age, Tim and Deb’s story will inspire you to take that first step.

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that love, creativity, and second chances can bloom at any stage of life.

Learn more about their books on Amazon — just search “Tim and Deb Smith.”

Join me as I sit down with comedian, writer, Santa, ordained wedding officiant — and all-around creative force — Clark Brooks. From his early days discovering comedy through Saturday Night Live to building the satirical powerhouse Tampa News Force, Clark shares how reinvention, curiosity, and saying “yes” to new experiences have shaped every chapter of his life.

We dive into stand-up comedy, writing, Fringe Festivals, wedding officiating, Santa stories, and how aging can be a privilege when you stay connected to creativity and community.

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By day, Dr. Vien Phommachanh is an ENT (Ears, Nose & Throat) physician in Sarasota. By night, he’s “Comic Doc,” a stand-up comedian who’s performed across the U.S. and internationally, appeared on CBS, and released the Dry Bar Comedy special Open Up and Say Ha.

In this Snazzy & Sage episode, Vien shares how embracing creativity opened new doors—from comedy festivals and global gigs to a renewed sense of purpose and joy. We talk about the courage to try something new, staying energized through transitions, and the role of humor in living a more fulfilling life.

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Follow @ComicDoc on TikTok, Facebook & IG  Tour dates: comicdoc.com · Dry Bar special: Open Up and Say Ha

After 28 years at Microsoft, Keith Partington could have slowed down—but instead, he redefined success through service, storytelling, and community. A proud RIT graduate and lifelong learner, Keith now channels his leadership into volunteerism and alumni engagement, serving on the Victor Central Schools Educational Foundation and leading the Microsoft Alumni Network across the Northeast.

He’s also an accomplished author of Fraternal Resolve, the upcoming Workforce Resolve, and the Canalway Challenge Library Tour eBook—an inspiring project born from his 360-mile bike ride along New York’s historic Erie Canal. 

In this inspiring Snazzy & Sage conversation, Keith shares what drives his purpose in this “third act” of life, how giving back fuels joy and connection, and why community storytelling has the power to bring people together across generations.

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In this special Snazzy & Sage Podcast episode, host Dr. Kerry reconnects with her second-grade art teacher, Mrs. Kathy Houser, for a heartfelt full-circle conversation. Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Houser became a school principal, gallery director, and tea room owner before reinventing herself as a fashion entrepreneur. Today, she designs and sells handmade kimonos, sews one-of-a-kind pieces, and hosts monthly tea parties at the Cobblestone Arts Center in Farmington, NY—blending art, education, hospitality, community, and entrepreneurship in everything she does. This conversation celebrates the lasting impact of teachers, aging with joy, and the beauty of living a creative life at every age.

Connect with Mrs. Kathy Houser at the Cobblestone Arts Center in Farmington, NY: https://www.cobblestoneartscenter.com/

In this episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with comedian Carl Guerra, whose career spans from New York’s iconic comedy clubs to cruise ship stages around the world. Carl has opened for icons like Julio Iglesias, Joan Rivers, Paul Anka, and the Four Tops, and has entertained audiences everywhere from country clubs to corporate events.

Carl shares:

How he took a leap of faith to leave his day job and pursue comedy full-time

Stories from performing alongside legends like Rosie O’Donnell, Eddie Murphy, Sarah Silverman, and Adam Sandler in the early days

How he blends music, parodies, improvisation, and stand-up to create unforgettable shows

Why working clean has set him apart and kept his career thriving

His perspective on staying sharp, joyful, and connected through comedy

Whether you’re a comedy fan, a storyteller, or simply seeking inspiration to pursue your passion later in life, this conversation will make you laugh and leave you motivated.

👉 Connect with Carl at CarlGuerra.com or on Facebook at Carl Guerra.