50 Women Over 50

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes award winning newscaster Rita Rich to episode 15 of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast. Rita’s husband, fellow broadcaster Chuck Rich, was 12 years older than her when they got married in the 1980s. And as she entered her fifth decade, Rita’s career took a back seat as she became the primary carer for her aged parents-in-law. A short time after they both passed, Rita also lost the love of her life. Chuck died suddenly, and she found herself on her own for the first time ever.“You go into a sense of shock. You'll always love them, but it takes a while to fall out of love,” explains Rita. “It’s one of those stages of mourning that I think people don't get until they're in it.” In this interview, Rita describes her grief of suddenly becoming a widow. She tells us why she went back to broadcasting and shares her hopes for the future for her nation. About Rita Rich: Award winning newscaster Rita Rich is the producer for the Rich Valdés America at Night show on Westwood One, the largest radio network in America. For many years she was the News Director and News Anchor on WNAV Annapolis. She has also held senior roles within client teams at Washington D.C. public relations agencies along with journalist and production roles at two USA national broadcasters. Her company Flatlands Avenue Productions provides a range of PR and podcast production services. Resources & Contact Information: Rita RichFlatlands Avenue ProductionsRich Valdés America at NightThe Nazi Conspiracy by Brad Meltzer and Josh MenschTom Clancy’s Jack RyanAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview. Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes Certified Relationship Coach & Sex Expert Ann Bell to episode 14 of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast. Ann’s 50th birthday gave her a sense of urgency about ‘getting stuff done’. So, she sold up and went travelling for two years to live out her own ‘Eat Pray Love’ around the world travel experience. Then she retrained and refocused her career and has launched a whole new business to help women find the love, sex and rewarding relationships they need and deserve.“As women over 50 come through menopause and they have so many questions about sex, love and relationships,” explains Ann. “For many, their sex lives might not be what they want, but there’s a lot they can do to change that.” In this interview, Ann discusses what she learned travelling the world as a single, over 50 woman. She offers some important advice and practical tips about relationships and sex for post-menopausal women. About Ann Bell : As a certified relationship coach and sex expert Ann Bell helps women uncover their sense of self, become connected and discover their full potential in self-development. In her many years working as a registered massage therapist Ann observed the mental, emotional, and relationship health of many of the clients needed addressing and this inspired her to start her coaching business: A Confidential Conversation. Resources & Contact Information: Ann BellA Confidential ConversationEat Pray Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy India and Indonesia by Elizabeth GilbertPlanned ParenthoodThe Great British Bake OffAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview. Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes award-winning author, educator and public health activist Martina Clark to episode 13 of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast. Diagnosed with HIV at 28 years of age, Martina thought she’d be lucky to live five more years. Today, she’s 58, living well and loving life! She says her fifth decade has been her happiest and most productive so far.“I’m among the very first people with HIV to reach this golden age,” she explains. “I feel lucky to be here and appreciate each day.”In this frank interview, Martina shares her journey through life from her diagnosis, to becoming a public health activist, having an international career with the United Nations, and following her dream of becoming a writer. She describes aging with HIV and shares her hopes and dreams for the future. About Martina Clark: Martina Clark is an activist with more than two decades of global public health and social mobilization around HIV. Following a mid-life career change, she is now an award-winning author and educator.Her first book My Unexpected Life: An International Memoir of Two Pandemics, HIV and COVID-19 is now available as an audio book. Following a successful career at the United Nations, she is now an Adjunct Lecturer at LaGuardia Community College and volunteers as a mentor for young women writers. Resources & Contact Information: Martina Clark on LinkedInMartina Clark, WriterMy Unexpected Life: An International Memoir of Two Pandemics, HIV and COVID-19WednesdayHola Papi: How to Come Out in a Walmart Parking Lot And Other Life LessonsGirls Write NowDuolingo About the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie is taking a holiday break from interviews for the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, and instead has prepared a little Christmas Cracker prize—2022’s top 10 books for women over 50 as recommended by podcast guests. Here they are: You Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of Wealth by Jen Sincero was recommended by professional photographer Anna Epp in Episode 1.Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. By Brené Brown as recommended by Certified Health and Nutrition Coach Dyna Vynk in Episode 2.Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr. Organizational Design Consultant and Executive Coach Mary Daly recommended this in Episode 3.In Episode 5, award winning Author and Media Personality Kathy Buckworth recommended Navigating the Messy Middle: A Fiercely Honest and Wildly Encouraging Guide for Midlife Women by Ann Douglas.In Episode 6, Ottawa Floral Designer and owner of Rebel Petal, Michelle VandenBosch recommended The Rainbow Comes and Goes: A Mother and Son of Life, Love and Loss by Anderson Cooper.Lawrence Hill’s Beatrice and Croc Hairy was suggested by Industrial Psychologist Dr. Helen Ofosu PhD., in Episode 7. Julie Cole, author and co-founder of Mabel’s Labels gave a shout out to Author Julie Ellis’s Big Gorgeous Goals in Episode 8.Canada’s Money Coach Judith Cane recommended Nosy Parker by Leslie Crew in Episode 9.Maybe I Don’t Belong Here by David Harewood was chosen in Episode 10 by Hilary Seabrook, a professional saxophonist and podcaster. In episode 11, Financial counsellor Pamela George recommended Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear.Happy HolidaysAs 2022 draws to a close, I want to thank all my guests and listeners for supporting this project.I’ve done 12 interviews so far and hope that by September 2023 I’ll have completed all my interviews with 50 Women Over 50. I’ve learned so much already and I look forward to the season ahead. I wish everyone all the best for a happy and prosperous New Year. About the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes business owner Christine Lefebvre, proprietor of Particular Paint & Paper to episode 12 of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, where she talks about her rewarding career in the building trades and how she has found her place within a community of motorcyclists. From the very start of working life, Christine has been in the building trades and often is the only woman on a jobsite. At weekends, you’ll find her touring the countryside on her 2019 Yamaha MT07 motorcycle.Her fifties began with a double tragedy when she lost her mother and her boyfriend within a couple of months of each other. The grief and sorrow she suffered changed her fundamentally and made her see life from a different perspective. She’s now determined to take chances, have adventures and to live life to the very fullest. And it’s this attitude that has led Christine into a new relationship that she describes as the love of her life. About Christine Lefebvre: Christine Lefebvre is the proprietor of the residential painting company Particular Paint & Paper based in Ottawa. She is skilled in-home staging, painting, wallpaper, set design, and residential homes. Christine specializes in wallpaper removal and installation, painting, colour consultation and design and also in kids' rooms. An experience motorcyclist, Christine rides a 2019 Yamaha MT07 and is a member of the WindSisters, a women’s motorcycle club and, in honour of her late partner, she cofounded the annual Epic Ride For Mental Health in support of The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre. Resources & Contact Information: Christine LefebvreParticular Paint & PaperThe Epic Ride for Mental HealthThe WindSistersWhy We Ride, by Mark Barnes PhD50 Shades of Gray, by E.L. James About the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes financial counsellor Pamela George to episode 11 of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, where she explains how being considered and strategic about all aspects of life has been crucial to her success and happiness. Pamela’s goal is to educate and empower women to gain control of their finances so they might live their lives to the fullest. From humble beginnings in Trinidad, Pamela has fought poverty and prejudice. She worked her way through university to gain a business degree and has enjoyed a flourishing career. Now in her fifties, she’s giving other women the tools they need to lead happy and fulfilling lives.In this interview, Pamela recalls watching the sunrise on the morning of her 50th birthday. Then and there she embraced the new era of her life with intense hope and is taking on her fifth decade with energy and ambition. Listen here: >About Pamela George: Pamela George is the CEO of Sand Dollar Financial Literacy Counselling based in Ottawa. She provides coaching and training to help women gain control of their finances to pay off debt, build budgets and save for the future. She’s the author of Three Little Piggy Banks, a children’s storybook that promotes financial literacy and is recognized by Credit Counselling Canada as one of the best books for teaching kids about money. She is a much sought-after media commentator and has been featured in a range of top-tier media outlets including CBC, MoneySense Magazine, Canadian Business Magazine, the Financial Post, the National Post, Canada Press, the Toronto Star, the Ottawa Citizen and Flare Magazine. Resources & Contact Information: Pamela GeorgeSand Dollar Literacy CounsellingThree Little Piggy BanksYoga Bitch: One Woman’s Quest to Conquer Skepticism, Cynicism and Cigarettes on the Path to Enlightenment, by Suzanne MorrisonAtomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James ClearOcean CanadaParkdale Food CentreThe Ottawa MissionSalvation Army Booth CentreInsight TimerAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes professional saxophonist and member of Paul Weller’s The Style Council, Hilary Seabrook to episode ten of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast where she shares the highs and lows and lessons of a fifth decade that has been filled with serious health concerns but still has left her filled with hope and feeling optimistic for her future. Since touring with one of the UK’s top 80s bands, Hilary’s life has been filled with artistic and creative endeavours and today she’s the host of the popular Harmonious World podcast where each week she interviews world class musicians composers and producers across all genres. She’s also a successful freelance writer working with a range of UK clients. Hilary’s fifth decade had a terrible start when at her 50th birthday party she had an accident which left her injured. This was followed by surgeries and a cancer diagnosis and then years of treatment. In this interview Hilary explains her recent name change and how, as she approaches her 60th birthday, she’s optimistic and excited for a future filled with potential as she takes on more creative projects. About Hilary Seabrook: Hilary Seabrook (Robertson) is a professional saxophonist who was part of one of the UK’s top 80s bands, Paul Weller’s The Style Council. Since that time, she’s pursued her successful music career along with becoming an elementary school teacher and professional writer. She’s now the host of Harmonious World, a popular music industry podcast. Resources & Contact Information: Hilary SeabrookThe Harmonious World PodcastThe Style CouncilHitchin CreativeMaybe I Don’t Belong Here, by David HarewoodHitchin, BedfordshireAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes Canada’s Money Coach, Judith Cane to episode nine of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast to discuss the idea of retiring. What will you do and how will you finance it?Judith has worked in financial services for decades. She’s helped hundreds of clients achieve their financial goals and objectives with her high-energy, straight-talking style. “I'm extremely hopeful about retirement and the future,” explains Judith, “I'm looking forward to doing some fun things! My advice to women in their 50s is to start planning your retirement now. Set some goals for yourself. Because if you're stuck working in a mundane job because of the pension plan, life can be a lot better when you’re looking forward to the retirement of your dreams.”In this interview, Judith explains how, by following her own advice, she and her husband are about to embark on their own retirement filled with travel and adventure. But not before having had some false starts and facing other sandwich generation concerns. About Judith Cane: As Canada’s Money Coach, Judith Cane supports her clients in creating their own bright, debt-free futures.She specializes in debt management, cash flow solution and financial planning for individuals, families and self-employed professionals. Resources & Contact Information: Judith Cane, Canada’s Money CoachEnriched AcademyThe Spoon Steeler by Leslie CrewNosy Parker by Leslie CrewThe Forgotten Home Child by Genevieve GrahamChristie Pits RiotsMaisy Dobbs Mysteries by Jacqueline WindspearAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes award winning entrepreneur and best-selling author Julie Cole to episode eight of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast to discuss the concept of ‘me time’ and what it means to an over 50 mom of six who is an internationally renowned business executive. Julie is a former lawyer who, with a few ‘mom’ friends, co founded Mabel’s Labels, North America’s leading provider of kids label products. She’s also the author of the best-selling book, Like A Mother: Birthing Business, Babies and a Life Beyond Labels.“I don’t need people telling me that I need to relax more. Don’t tell me to go for a manicure or to get a massage or in any way project how you relax on to me,” exclaims Julie. “Because quite honestly, this is me winding down. I love this. My work is so enjoyable that it feels like ‘me time’ to me!” In this interview, Julie reflects on her shift from a law career into entrepreneurship because it gives her the flexibility and freedom, she needs to be the best mother to her six children. She talks about aging out of the ‘mommy’ cohort that is her customer base and describes her approach to parenting in a household full of teenagers. She generously shares the life lessons she’s learned from her hectic, but happy life. About Julie Cole: Julie Cole is a lawyer, mom of six and a co-founder and senior director of Mabel’s Labels.She is an award-winning entrepreneur, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker, moderator, keynote and emcee. Julie is no stranger to the media, having appeared on NBC’s The Today Show, CNN, HLN’s Raising America, Breakfast Television, The Marilyn Denis Show, CP24, among many others. Her articles have appeared in The Huffington Post, Today’s Parent, The Globe and Mail, Profit Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, and others.When Julie is not juggling her busy family and professional life, she’s an engaged community member serving on boards and volunteering. She is passionate about women’s issues, mentoring young entrepreneurs, and social justice.Resources & Contact Information:About Julie ColeMabel’s LabelsLike A Mother: Birthing Business, Babies and a Life Beyond Labels by Julie ColeBig Gorgeous Goals by Julie EllisOakville & Milton Humane SocietyHalton Women’s PlaceSound of MusicUnited Way Halton & HamiltonAnna Epp, photographerHelen Tansy, photographerAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast:Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Host Sherrilynne Starkie welcomes Dr. Helen Ofosu, PhD. to episode seven of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast to discuss why many women who are later in their careers are overlooked at work.She is an I/O (industrial-organizational) psychologist providing HR consulting and executive and career coaching. She’s also an adjunct professor of psychology at Carleton University and is the author of the soon to be published book, How to be Resilient in Your Career: Facing up to Barriers at Work.“Women who are over 50 years of age are often underestimated and can be passed over for promotions, especially if they don’t exhibit much ego or a big personality in the workplace,” explains Dr. Helen. “But there are steps they can take to ensure they are given new opportunities.” In this interview, Dr. Helen also reflects on her own lived experience of building her successful career as a single mother and the challenges she faced, and she shares her vision for a happy (but busy!) retirement. About Dr. Helen Ofosu, PhD: Dr. Helen Ofosu, PhD. has more than 20 years experience as a I/O psychologist and is an expert in human behaviour in the workplace. Her company I/O Advisory provides a range of counselling and consulting services to organizations, executive leaders and other career minded individuals. She’s on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce and is an officer of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA). She’s been cited as a subject matter expert by a range of news media outlets and her first book How to be Resilient in Your Career: Facing up to Barriers at Work is due out in early 2023.Dr. Helen lives with her partner and son in Ottawa, and in her spare time she loves boating and spending time with her family and friends. Resources & Contact Information: About Dr. Helen Ofosu, PhD.I/O AdvisoryHow to be Resilient in your Career: Facing Up to Barriers at WorkThe One That Got Away: Being Passed Over for PromotionBeatrice and Croc Harry, by Lawrence HillCanadian Black Chamber of CommerceA discussion with Author Laurence Hill. About the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Small business owner Michelle VandenBosch, a rebel in the florist industry, joins Sherrilynne Starkie in episode six of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast to discuss taking on life in your own terms as a woman in your fifth decade. Michelle is the owner of Rebel Petal, a flower shop based in Manotick, just south of Ottawa, Canada’s national capital. But it’s not like most flower shops (the clue is in the name)! She and her team specialize in custom fresh flower arrangements for weddings, home and event décor, and as you’ll learn in this episode, funerals too.“What they don’t tell you when you're about to take a proverbial leap into the unknown,” explains Michelle, “is that you’re not jumping off a cliff. You’re not freefalling to the ground. You’ll land on a ledge that is the support of your friends, family and the community. So go ahead. Take that leap!” In this interview, Michelle explains why she has stopped setting goals for herself but plans to continue in her rebellious ways always changing things up and taking on life on her own terms. About Michelle VandenBosch: Michelle VandenBosch is a professional florist with more than 30 years experience. She had no desire to be a business owner or to open her own flower shop until seven years ago when she had a sudden epiphany! From the day she opened the doors of Rebel Petal, Michelle has redefined the concept of flower retailing and to this day she’s reinventing small business ownership. Resources & Contact Information: About Michelle VandenBoschAbout Rebel PetalArtist Sue MillerArtist Jane McGeeThe Rainbow Comes and Goes: A Mother and Son on Life, Love and Loss by Anderson Cooper.Mean Baby: A Memoir of Growing Up by Selma BlairFinding Me, by Viola DavisAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Award winning author and media personality Kathy Buckworth joins Sherrilynne Starkie in episode five of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, to discuss life in their fifth decade. Kathy is the author of six non-fiction books about family life and motherhood and has been an influencer and broadcaster on parenting issues for more than 20 years. When she became a grandmother, she turned her focus to addressing the challenges and opportunities that grandparents face. She’s a regular on CTV TV and hosts the “Go to Grandma” show on Zoomer Radio.“If you’re not happy, you can change things in your life pretty quickly,” advises Kathy. “You can start making changes at any time in your life. You are never really stuck no matter your age.” In this interview, Kathy shares her mission to change the narrative about grandparenting. Her goal is to break the stereotypical view of the older generation as past it, doddering or old fashioned. Today’s grandparents are healthy, active and living life to the fullest. About Kathy Buckworth: Kathy Buckworth is an award-winning writer, spokesperson, content creator and media personality. She is the author of six non-fiction books which have been translated into Chinese, Indonesian and other languages. She’s a two-time winner of the Professional Writers Association of Canada Award for Excellence in Humour and is the recipient of the Mississauga Arts Award for Established Literary Arts. She has recently completed her second novel and is also working on a new screenplay. Her show Go To Grandma airs weekly on Zoomer Radio and is available as a podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Resources & Contact Information: About Kathy BuckworthGo To GrandmaKathy’s BooksTory HalpinSharon, Lois & Bram on TikTokManaging in the Messy Middle, by Ann DouglasFairy Tale, by Stephen KingRun for the CureBritBoxAcornTVFeed OntarioWazeAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Licensed realtor Basia Vanderveen joins Sherrilynne Starkie in episode four of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, to discuss life in their fifth decade. Basia is on a quest to keep her energy high and sees life as more of a mental state than a physical one. After a 25-year successful career in marketing and communications, she changed tracks to go into real estate. She’s having a blast in her new career and is finding it opens up tremendous opportunity for personal growth. “There's so much personal growth that happens in real estate because it's relationship after relationship after relationship and each one is very different,” Basia explains. “But truly, you have to know yourself to be able to relate to others. Real estate gives me opportunities for personal growth every day, and I’m always learning.”In this interview, she shares with us a little of her own journey through her fifties and talks about the importance of having a supportive community at any age. About Basia Vanderveen: Basia Vanderveen, MBA, is a licenced Realtor and broker with Royal LePage Performance Realty and is in the top 10% of Royal LePage Agents in Ottawa. (Full disclosure: Basia was my agent when we sold my Mom’s house last year. She was excellent. My family was very happy with the service provided). She lives in Ottawa with her husband Tim and their two teenagers. Resources & Contact Information: About BasiaRoyal Lepage Performance RealtyAloneDyna VynkBasia’s TwitterBasia’s InstagramBasia’s FacebookNicole AllenAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Organizational Design Consultant and Executive Coach Mary Daly joins Sherrilynne Starkie in episode three of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, to discuss life in their fifth decade. When her daughter fell ill with a mysterious disease that took years to diagnose, Mary learned to navigate our complex healthcare system in order to advocate for her daughter and along the way she discovered the healing power of her own subconscious mind.When it comes to her career, Mary confirms that she has not peaked yet despite having been consulting for decades! “In some ways, I’m only now just getting really good!” she explains. In this interview, she shares the lessons she learned throughout her fifth decade that have helped her become the highly effective, if slightly cynical, successful consultant she is today. She provides some very practical tips and offers great advice for anyone who wants to be happy and successful in life (and in business). About Mary Daly: Based in Ottawa but her company Throughline Solutions serves clients right across Canada, Mary Daly is an expert in organizational strategy provides consulting, coaching and conducting leadership and strategy development workshops. She lives in Ottawa with her husband of 35 years and has two adult children. Resources & Contact Information: About Mary DalyThroughline SolutionsMary on LinkedInFalling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard RohrThe More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible by Charles EisensteinOtter.ai: Automated meeting notes with audio recording, transcribed text and highlight summaries.Descript: Video and Audio EditingRiverside.fm, online recording studioMural: Online CollaborationLucipSpark: Online CollaborationNotability: AnnotationPaprika, Recipe ManagerWhat is the EnneagramAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Certified health and nutrition coach Dyna Vink joins Sherrilynne Starkie in episode two of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, to discuss life in their fifth decade. When her successful career in the technology industry ended abruptly at age 51, Dyna innovated a new career path where she could have a positive impact on others. She founded Holistic Nutrition Lifestyle to help women struggling with symptoms of perimenopause restore their vitality and improve their quality of life. In this interview, she shares her lemons to lemonade story and tells us why she’s dedicated to lifting the veil of secrecy that surrounds menopause. She explains what perimenopause is and how her own experience was 13 years of feeling unwell and not being offered any kind of useful advice or treatment from doctors, nutritionists nor fitness experts. She had determined to figure it our and researched it herself. The result is her own innovative lifestyle framework based on food as medicine, restorative sleep, appropriate movement and a positive mindset. About Dyna Vink: Following a successful career in the tech sector, Dyna founded her company Holistic Nutrition Lifestyle to help women in perimenopause overcome their symptoms to feel well every day and lead happy, productive lives. Resources & Contact Information: About Dyna VinkHolistic Nutrition LifestyleDyna’s free offerDyna on FacebookDare to Lead by Brene BrownAtlas of the Heart by Brene BrownOperation Angus by Terry FallisAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.   

Professional portrait photographer Anna Epp joins Sherrilynne Starkie in the first ever episode of the 50 Women Over 50 podcast, to discuss life in their fifth decade. Anna provided inspiration for this podcast with her own project in which she set out to photograph 50 women over 50 before her own 50th birthday. While the pandemic put pay to that deadline, Anna did eventually reach her goal of 50 portraits, plus a whole lot more. She’s now photographed more than 300 women and has learned a lot along the way about women and self confidence. She says that many of her subjects were brimming with confidence while others had lost it. Part of the project was about supporting women in recovering their sense of self as well as helping many to find it for the first time.As for life after 50?Anna says she no longer has time for any ‘ridiculousness’. She now understands what she wants in life and won’t let that be compromised. Her advice to other women is to learn to forgive yourself and move on. She says, “Have the wisdom to accept that you’ve made a mistake or failed in some way, learn from and go forward with a smile on your face.” About Anna Epp: Anna knew at an early age she wanted to be a photographer. Purchasing her first camera at age 12, she started documenting family, friends and school activities. She founded Anna Epp Photography some 13 years ago and has never looked back. She’s photographed thousands of people over the course of her highly successful career. She believes that portraits empower people and having one in your home raises your personal self esteem. Resources & Contact Information: About Anna EppAnna Epp on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedInAnna’s 50 Over 50 ProjectOttawa Regional Cancer FoundationAbout the 50 Women Over 50 Podcast: Sherrilynne Starkie started this show as a creative project with the goal of interviewing 50 women past their 50th birthday to learn how they see the world, what lessons they’ve learned and what advice they have for us all. She’s been blogging and podcasting for 18+ years as part of a successful marketing and communications career and looks forward to learning from the women she will interview.Subscribe to 50 Women Over 50 wherever you get your podcasts and please share it with your friends. Elevating the voices and stories of women navigating the enriching complexities of midlife, '50 Women Over 50' is an empowering podcast that draws inspiration from the experiences of 50 incredible women.