Andrea McGinty is a premier dating expert, author, and founder of the globally recognized matchmaking service It’s Just Lunch. With over 33,000 dates facilitated and 10,000+ marriages resulting from her guidance, Andrea is now helping singles over 50 find love through her modern dating platform, 33000Dates.com, and her new book, Second Acts: Winning Strategies for Dating Over 50. In this episode, Andrea McGinty sits down with Christina Daves to discuss the evolution of dating, from her guerrilla...
Aug 20, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 67
Holly Morris Espy, Brooks Kenny, and Sondra Hoffman are the dynamic trio behind Moorlow, a fashion-forward athleisure brand combining style, wellness, and purpose. Holly, a former TV anchor turned entrepreneur; Brooks, a business development and brain health expert; and Sondra, a fashion industry professional and creative designer, came together to launch a lifestyle brand rooted in empowerment, health, and community. In this episode, Holly, Brooks, and Sondra sit down with Christina to discuss ...
Aug 13, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Lin Dunn is a women’s basketball Hall of Fame coach with over 55 years of experience in collegiate and professional sports. She has served as a coach, GM, and advisor across multiple institutions and WNBA teams, including Austin Peay, Ole Miss, Miami, Purdue, the Seattle Storm, and the Indiana Fever—where she led the team to a WNBA championship. In this episode, Lin sits down with Christina to discuss her groundbreaking journey through women’s sports, from the days when it was illegal for girls ...
Aug 06, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Dr. Debi Silber is the founder and CEO of the Post Betrayal Transformation (PBT) Institute, a two-time TEDx speaker, and the creator of National Forgiveness Day. With a PhD in transpersonal psychology, Dr. Silber has dedicated her life to helping people heal from betrayal and transform their lives. Through groundbreaking research, she identified post-betrayal syndrome and created a proven framework to move past pain and into healing. In this episode, Dr. Silber sits down with Christina to share ...
Jul 30, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Natasha Cornstein is the CEO of Blushington Holdings, a fast-growing beauty franchise built on inclusivity, convenience, and empowerment. With a career spanning Fox News, the NBA, and now the beauty industry, Natasha is a powerhouse leader and visionary entrepreneur. She’s also the co-founder of the Courts of Dreams Foundation, and a dedicated mentor to emerging women leaders and franchise owners across the country. In this episode, Natasha sits down with Christina to share the unique career pat...
Jul 23, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Linda Broenniman is a researcher, author, and storyteller who uncovered an extraordinary family history rooted in survival, strength, and hidden heritage. After discovering at age 27 that her family was Jewish—not Catholic as she had always believed—Linda began a decades-long journey to trace her ancestry. Her work culminated in The Politzer Saga, a sweeping memoir that blends personal memory, Hungarian Jewish history, and family legacy into one remarkable story. In this episode, Linda sits down...
Jul 16, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Wendy Green is a podcast host, certified life coach, and the creator of Boomer Banter—a platform focused on real talk about aging well. In this episode, Wendy sits down with Christina to discuss how she found purpose through podcasting after 50, why she launched Boomer Banter, and how she's helping others redefine their next chapter. From solo agers and loneliness to health, purpose, and reinvention, Wendy brings uplifting and realistic insights into how to thrive in midlife and beyond. She also...
Jul 09, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Venida Hudley is a solo world traveler, speaker, and author of Blind Faith: 335 Days Across Africa. After spending over 30 years in the corporate world, Venida embarked on a solo backpacking journey across Africa—an adventure that would reshape her life forever. With a deep-rooted passion for exploring cultures and connecting with people, she now shares her story to inspire others to trust their instincts, take bold risks, and embrace the unknown. In this episode, Venida Hudley joins Christina D...
Jul 02, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Dawn Fleming is the host of the YouTube show Midlife in Paradise and author of Claim Your Dream Life: How to Retire in Paradise on a Shoestring Budget. After experiencing financial devastation, Dawn and her husband left their traditional careers behind to build a new life in Mexico—transforming hardship into a thriving boutique hotel business and a lifestyle many only dream about. In this episode, Dawn sits down with Christina Daves to share her inspiring journey of reinvention. She explains how...
Jun 25, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Amy Weinland Daughters is a keynote speaker, author, satirist, and former sports journalist known for her humorous, heartfelt writing and her unique journey through grief, connection, and rediscovery. From penning columns about college football to writing 580 handwritten letters to her Facebook friends, Amy’s work blends storytelling, humanity, and wit in powerful ways. In this episode, Amy sits down with Christina to share how a spontaneous act of kindness turned into an inspiring life mission ...
Jun 18, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 57
Diana Place is the founder of The Third Act Quest and 333 Collective, platforms dedicated to empowering women over 50 to embrace their purpose, share their stories, and create inspired lives in their "third act." After a string of life-altering events—including a cancer diagnosis, the loss of a business, turning 60, and becoming an empty nester—Diana radically reinvented her life and founded a movement around it. In this episode, Diana joins Christina to reflect on her career in advertising and ...
Jun 11, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Rita Lussier is an award-winning journalist and author of “And Now Back to Me,” a heartfelt memoir that explores what it means to rediscover your identity after years of putting others first. With decades of experience in storytelling through her newspaper columns and personal writing, Rita brings wisdom, warmth, and wit to every conversation. In this episode, Rita sits down with Christina to share her journey of stepping back into herself after loss, transition, and reinvention. From grief and ...
Jun 04, 2025•30 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Debra Eckerling is a goal strategist, speaker, and author of Your Goal Guide and 52 Secrets for Goal Setting and Goal Getting. She’s the creator of The DEB Method, a step-by-step system that helps people determine their mission, explore their options, and brainstorm their path. With a background in communications and project management, Debra brings clarity, structure, and encouragement to individuals looking to take purposeful steps toward a fulfilling life. In this episode, Debra joins Christi...
May 28, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Zibby Owens is a bestselling author, award-winning podcaster, bookstore owner, and founder of Zibby Books—a boutique publishing house built to support and celebrate authors. With degrees from Yale and Harvard, Zibby transformed her lifelong passion for reading and writing into a dynamic media brand that includes a daily podcast, national retreats, author events, and a curated bookstore in Santa Monica. In this episode, Zibby sits down with Christina to share the incredible journey of building he...
May 21, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Jean Chatzky is the CEO and co-founder of HerMoney.com, longtime financial editor for NBC's Today Show, and a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. With decades of experience demystifying money for everyday Americans, Jean is one of the most trusted voices in personal finance. This week, Christina appeared on WZBJ 24 to talk all-things-finances and share insight from Jean’s presence on Living Ageless and Bold during the early beginnings of the podcast. So, what better time t...
May 14, 2025•39 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Paula Jager is a fitness professional and CrossFit gym owner who helps people transform their lives through strength training, high-intensity workouts, and healthy lifestyle habits. After overcoming personal struggles with alcoholism, failed business and other career challenges, Paula found fitness as a path to healing and empowerment. In this episode, Paula sits down with Christina to share her incredible journey of resilience—from battling addiction to breaking state records in powerlifting in...
May 07, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 51
In this week’s powerful episode of Living Ageless and Bold , host Christina Daves sits down with award-winning author and storyteller, Judy Mandel. At age 50, Judy left behind a successful career in marketing to pursue her dream of writing — a bold decision that led to her bestselling memoir, Replacement Child , and her latest book, White Flag . Judy shares the deeply personal story that inspired Replacement Child — a tragic 1954 plane crash that killed her older sister and left another badly in...
Apr 30, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Malaysia Harrell is a distinguished psychotherapist, veteran, and spiritual transformation coach known for her holistic approach to mental wellness. With a career that has spanned military service, correctional counseling, and psychotherapy, Malaysia empowers women—especially those over 50—to rewrite their stories and live boldly. She’s the recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and is a fierce advocate for authenticity, freedom, and purpose at every stage of life. In this epis...
Apr 23, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Diana Stobo is a visionary in global health and wellness, and the founder of The Retreat Costa Rica. She is the award-winning author of Get Naked Fast, creator of the Naked Challenge Detox Program, formulator of The Truth Bar, and a classically trained chef. With an inspiring personal journey that includes overcoming health struggles and losing 100 pounds, Diana has dedicated her life to helping others detox, heal, and thrive. In this episode, Diana sits down with Christina to discuss her path f...
Apr 16, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Debra Whitman is a globally recognized economist and expert on aging and longevity. She currently serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer at AARP, where she leads initiatives that influence how we age, work, and live. Drawing on decades of experience—including her time with the Senate Aging Committee—Deb recently authored The Second 50: Answers to the Big Seven Questions of Midlife and Beyond, addressing essential concerns we all face as we grow older. In this epis...
Apr 09, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Carla Hall is a celebrity chef, TV personality, author, and speaker known for her infectious joy and passion for food. Rising to fame as a fan-favorite contestant on Top Chef, Carla went on to co-host the Emmy® Award-winning show, The Chew, for seven years and is a familiar face on Good Morning America and QVC. Her vibrant personality, bold fashion choices, and love for bringing people together through food have made her a beloved figure in the culinary world. In this very special show, Carla si...
Apr 02, 2025•31 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Stephanie Cyr is a personal safety expert, executive health coach, and attorney who specializes in empowering individuals, particularly women, with the tools to protect themselves in a variety of situations. Her expertise combines legal insight, health coaching, and self-defense training to create a holistic approach to personal safety and well-being. In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Christina to discuss the importance of situational awareness, self-defense strategies, and how physical ...
Mar 26, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Geeta Sidhu-Robb is an author, speaker, coach, and CEO who has experienced the ultimate highs and lows of success. From a life of luxury with private jets and Ferraris to losing it all and rebuilding from scratch, her journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and reinvention. As the founder of Nosh Detox, an organic food and juice delivery business, and the creator of WCore, a groundbreaking workplace certification for women, Geeta is changing the world by advocating for gender equali...
Mar 19, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Regina McCann Hess is the founder and president of Forge Wealth Management, a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. With a passion for helping women, particularly those over 50, navigate their financial futures, Regina specializes in ensuring her clients feel educated and empowered about their money. Whether assisting women through major life transitions like divorce or widowhood or helping them take control of their long-term financial plans, she provides expert g...
Mar 19, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Leslie Kenny is an entrepreneur, longevity expert, and founder of Oxford HealthSpan and the Oxford Longevity Project. With degrees from both Harvard and Berkeley, Leslie's passion for health and science grew even stronger after a life-changing diagnosis in her 30s. Despite being told she had only five years to live due to lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, Leslie took control of her health, reversed her conditions, and has since dedicated her life to helping others do the same. In this episode, Les...
Mar 05, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Rachelle Bergstein is a pop culture expert, author, and lifestyle writer whose work explores the intersection of fashion, culture, and history. She has been featured in The New York Times, The New York Post, NPR, and The Washington Post. Rachelle has written three books: Women from the Ankle Down: The Story of Shoes and How They Define Us, Brilliance and Fire: A Biography of Diamonds, and The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us. In this episode, Rachelle sits down with...
Feb 26, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Rebecca Faye Smith-Galli is a bestselling author, columnist, and speaker who writes about love, loss, and healing. Her journey is one of profound resilience—having faced the loss of her brother at a young age, raising two children with special needs (one of whom passed away), navigating divorce, and confronting a rare disease that left her permanently paralyzed. Yet, through it all, Becky lives by her powerful motto: Life can be good no matter what. In this episode, Becky meets with Christina to...
Feb 19, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Laura Stassi is an award-winning journalist, podcast host, and author focused on the realities of dating later in life. As the creator and host of the Dating While Gray podcast and the author of Romance Redux: Finding Love in Your Later Years, Laura explores the challenges, triumphs, and evolving dynamics of relationships for people over 50. Drawing from her own experiences following a nearly 30-year marriage, she provides a fresh, insightful take on navigating love in midlife and beyond. In thi...
Feb 12, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Lexis Johnson is a bestselling author, business strategist, and psychic astrologer known for her unique ability to combine astrology with actionable strategies for personal and professional growth. With over five decades of experience, Lexis empowers her clients to harness cosmic clarity, break through limiting beliefs, and align their life purpose with the stars. In this episode, Lexis joins Christina to discuss how astrology goes beyond daily horoscopes and dives into the intricacies of celest...
Feb 05, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Nikki Roberson is a certified holistic esthetician and health coach with over 30 years of experience. She is dedicated to helping her clients achieve vibrant health by addressing the root causes of skin and wellness issues through a comprehensive, holistic approach. Known for her expertise in fascia work, lymphatic drainage, and skincare education, Nikki is a trusted voice in the field of holistic wellness. In this episode, Nikki sits down with Christina to discuss the fascinating world of holis...
Jan 29, 2025•35 min•Season 2Ep. 37
