Feisty Side Of Fifty

Join Jennifer Trainer Thompson, author/coauthor of 16 books and frequent guest on national TV, as she shares tips and recipes from the newly published, Eat Right For Your Sight. This informational cookbook is a project of the American Macular Degeneration Foundation. It is a resource each of you will want to own because macular degeneration is the most common form of blindness in older adults. If you care about your sight—and your health—you won’t want to miss this one!

Want to know how TV’s “Lovely Lady” is doing these days? The one and only Florence Henderson joins Feisty Side of Fifty Radio to share her thoughts on keeping the joy and zest in life as we age. When interviewed on the Today Show, she told Matt Lauer that she “didn’t get that memo.” Tune in to find out what Florence meant and how she keeps moving on to new challenges and exciting adventures.

Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty can be overwhelmed and confused by the numerous (and often false) claims made by the cosmetics companies. We’re tired of putting our dollars into creams and potions that do little good for our skin—and may even cause harm. And that’s where the Skin Whisperer comes in! Join Emily Fritchey, President of Sunshine Botanicals, as she shares her tips for addressing rosacea, age spots and other skin concerns with health-promoting natural products. If you want to learn the real keys to making your skin the best it can be, be sure to catch this show! 

Suzanne Braun Levine, founding editor of Ms. magazine, lecturer and author of numerous books on life after 50, joins us to share her thoughts on “Women’s Lib: Then and Now.” As one of the first leaders of the Women’s Movement, Suzanne has a unique perspective on how we’ve changed the face of the workforce, the power structure in general and made our voices heard. This is a special discussion you’ll want to be sure and catch!

Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty have had our share of ups and downs in the job market. Moreover, age and wisdom bring about a shift in our values. We want work to bring us greater meaning. That’s where God is Always Hiring comes in! Join New York Times bestselling author, Regina Brett, as she shares her thoughts on finding work that provides, not only a paycheck, but also true fulfillment.

New York Times bestselling author, world acclaimed researcher and longevity specialist Dan Buettner joins Feisty Side of Fifty to share the secrets for a long and happy life from his latest book, The Blue Zones Solution. As an explorer for National Geographic, he’s spent years traveling the globe to identify and chart the world’s longevity hot spots. These Blue Zones have a high concentration of citizens 100+ and Dan will be giving us the inside story behind their health and wellbeing. If you care about looking and feeling great as you age, you’ll want to be sure to catch this one!

Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty know we have some special challenges when it comes to our weight. Wouldn’t you love to outsmart your slowing metabolism, turn back the clock and start burning off that excess fat… especially around your middle? That’s where The Age Defying Diet comes in! Join Dr. Caroline Apovian as she shares her tips for jump-starting your weight loss with delicious whole foods and a bit of smart planning. If you care about looking and feeling great as you age, you’ll want to be sure to catch this one!

Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty hear a lot about the idea of reinventing ourselves. Whether in our personal or professional lives, successfully aging into midlife and beyond requires that we reevaluate our priorities, define new goals and imagine our future in exciting and energizing terms. Join us as recognized thought leader, strategy expert and author, Dorie Clark, shares tips from her books Reinventing You and Stand Out. If you want to make the most of this special time of life, you'll want to be sure to catch this show! 

Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty know we need to take extra good care of our bodies and our minds as we age. Join us as Dr. Ayati, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, and Dr. Azarani, CEO and Founder of Protogen Consulting, join us to share the latest research findings and tips from their book, Paths to Healthy Aging. If you want to stay healthy, fit and functioning into your 80s, 90s and beyond, you won’t want to miss this show!

If you’re a grandma, no doubt you know the heartwarming and hilarious Big Nate book series. The New York Times bestselling author, Lincoln Peirce, who created that entertaining rascal, Nate, is joining us today to share all about our hero’s latest adventures in: Big Nate Lives it Up! So, if you’re in the mood for a bit of fun and mischief, gather your grandchildren and be sure to tune in for this one!

If you've ever walked into a gathering with a roomful of strangers—or even colleagues—at a business or social event and felt uncomfortable, you are not alone. That's why Susan RoAne’s first book—the classic bestseller, How To Work A Room, has sold over one million copies in 13 countries. Susan is joining us to share her insights and techniques into how you, too, can work a room with confidence. You’ll want to be sure to tune in to hear what this bestselling author, aka The Mingling Maven®, has to say!

Relatively recent studies of the human brain are showing that you actually can teach “an old dog new tricks.” Rather than being limited to a brain hardwired at birth, our noggins enjoy the remarkable capacity to grow and change. In fact, the discovery of neuroplasticity has given scientific credence to the ability for lifelong learning. Now, Norman Doidge, M.D., psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and New York Times bestselling author is sharing new and even more exiting research in his latest book, THE BRAIN’S WAY OF HEALING. You’ll want to be sure to join us for this mind-blowing conversation!

Join New York Times bestselling author, Allison Pataki, as she shares all about her latest book, The Accidental Empress. Her work is a fascinating and highly readable account of Empress Elisabeth, the Fairy Queen of the Habsburg Empire. If you love a great tale told by a master storyteller, you won’t want to miss this one!

Each of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty knows that we need to exercise…especially if we want to age successfully and joyfully. So why not combine focusing our minds while we tone our bodies and achieve a total mindset reset? That’s what mind-body expert Sonia Satra has created with her new and innovative fitness program, Moticise. If you want to get the most out of your life after fifty, you won’t want to miss this one!

At our age, we boomers have learned that life’s most profound lessons are often found in simple, straightforward packages. And this principle certainly rings true when talking about love. Join us as Diane Muldrow, Editorial Director of Little Golden Books, shares the secrets of relationships in her utterly charming work, Everything I Need to Know About Love I Learned From a Golden Book. You won’t want to miss this delightful walk down memory lane complete with illustrations from your favorite Golden Book characters. 

  We boomers already know that the years past 50 gift us with an added urge to express ourselves. Whether you want to blog, write short stories, essays, create the great American novel or expand your media presence, Linda Lowen is someone you will want to know. Linda is a freelance writer, editor, writing and media coach and host of the NPR health and wellness show "Take Care" from WRVO Public Media in upstate New York.  She's won local and national awards for her coverage of women's issues, healthcare, and wellness, and teaches creative non-fiction writing at the Downtown Writer's Center in Syracuse, NY. Linda joins us to share her thoughts on the art and importance of writing and how YOU can find your own voice. So, if you want to express yourself with greater meaning and impact, you won’t want to miss this show!

It goes without saying that the world as we know it has changed. Mother Earth seems to be reeling from globalization. Nations are in upheaval with the influx of new immigrants and differing religious beliefs, mores and customs are causing conflict rather than understanding. If you care about the state of the world today, you will want to be sure to hear what one of our most renowned and favorite guests, Senator Adlai E. Stevenson III, has to say as he shares his thoughts on these vitally important topics.

How would you like to bring more peace, joy and balance into your daily activities? Wouldn’t it be great to rewire your brain and body, eliminate feelings of overwhelm and stress, and find real fulfillment in life? If that sounds good to you, you are going to want to hear from Christine Carter Ph.D. Christine is the author of the exciting and life-changing book, The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work. She’ll be joining us to share the latest scientific research on positivity and performance as well as concrete action steps you can take to find your own personal sweet spot. If you ever feel stressed and out of balance, you won’t want to miss this one!

At our age, we know that traditional diets don’t work and our guest, Lyn-Genet Recitas is joining us to share the real facts behind losing weight. It all comes down to inflammation and each of our body’s unique response to the food we eat. Be sure to tune in as she explains the theory behind her New York Times bestselling book, The Plan, and her latest work, The Plan Cookbook. If you care about your health and the shape of your body, you won’t want to miss this show!

Are you looking for work and concerned about your interviewing skills? If so, you’ll want to be sure to catch this show! Jeff Altman, also known as The Big Game Hunter, has been a professional recruiter for more than 40 years. He is the host of “Job Search Radio” and other podcasts and offers a ton of free information about job hunting, hiring, and even recruiting at his website, The Big Game Hunter. Jeff is joining us to share his favorite tips to help you ace the interview and land the job!