"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"

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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!"

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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 anyone heard of getting a Retirement Coach?

Find out more about David Cravitt and Larry Wolff, and everything about SuperAging at https://superaging.info/.

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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.

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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 Potatoes + Roasted Vegetables + Gravy
Cabernet Sauvignon (French)
Bordeaux
Grenache
Rioja
Fuller Bodied Rosé

Pairing #2: Sock Eye Salmon + Asparagus
Pinot Noir
Gamay
Vinho Verde
Pinot Gris
Chablis
Gruner Veltliner
Orange Wines

Pairing #3: Chicken + Mushroom Sauce + Green Salad
Chardonnay (Oaked)
Chardonnay (Unoaked)

Pairing #4: Vegetarian Dish (Indian/Thai)
Gewurtztraminer
Riesling
Sparkling Riesling
Cremant
Cava

Pairing #5: Pork Tenderloin in Garlic Marinade + Mashed Potatoes + Veggies
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre

Dessert  Pairing: Crème Brulée
Petritis
Anatolikos (Greek Dessert Wine)

Pairing #8: Pasta
Chianti
Pinot Grigio
Etna Rosso
Etna Bianco
Grillo
Nebbiolo

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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.

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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.

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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.

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In this fun episode, Barb and Mela discuss their most favourite topic--their DOGS.

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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/
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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 experiencing wine in the best conditions. And what does Marie Antoinette have to do with drinking wine out of a coupe?

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