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Mixing Up Midlife

Mixing Up Midlife

Terri & Melissa

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Mixing Up Midlife is a weekly show for women in their 50's and beyond who want to explore this incredible age by being more adventurous and more curious. Each week Terri and Melissa talk about what matters most to empty-nesters and mid-life women. Part reality show, part audio diary and part cocktail hour, these life long best friends never run out of things to say and have a lot of laughs along the way.
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Mixing Up Midlife - 189. Ending the Year on A NOTE
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12/22/23 • 28 min

It's the last episode of 2023 and we went off the rails a bit...Today's episode is a bit of everthing...A squirell story, a COVID Christmas, A new arrival and a Try it or Buy it.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND WE'LL SEE YOU IN 2024

(we might get a tiny commission for these):

Ulike Air 3

Labigo Electric Spin Scrubber

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Mixing Up Midlife - 151. From The Metaverse To Flip Phones
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02/17/23 • 27 min

Terri & Melissa are pondering the metaverse and the anti-metaverse. While the future of AR & AI are expanding at breakneck speeds, Gen-Z is taking comfort from things in the past, namely flip phones and digital cameras from the 90’s. Speaking of things from the 90’s, low rise jeans, butterfly embellishments, cargo & parachute pants are also making a reappearance. This year’s Super Bowl ads had a fair number focused on & featuring women of all ages.

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SUPERBOWL

Rhianna Half-time show

Menopause Ad

Jennifer Coolidge E.L.F. Cosmetic Ad

Diana Flores NFL Run With It Ad

Maya Rudolf M & M’s Ad

Weekend Watch

Extraordinary Hulu

Extraordinary Spotify Playlist

Free Guy

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RESOURCES AND SOURCES ( some may include affiliate links)

The Luddite Club NYT Article

Flip Phone & Digital Camera trends

Kodak Ektar H35 1/2 Frame

20 Year Rule

VR Headset

VR Headset

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Mixing Up Midlife - 83.Is It A Vacation or An Adventure?
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08/13/21 • 36 min

We're together again ( and we can't help but sing about it)!

Are vacations adventures or adventures vacations? What is River Fashion and why should you always check the brooms in pit toilets.

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Mixing Up Midlife - 32. Is Tai Chi for Me in Midlife?
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07/24/20 • 18 min

Melissa is back as a co-host and is bringing Tai Chi into our lives. Sort of.

What are the benefits, why do we see older (yup, that's us now) people practicing it and why is it so confusing to Terri?

The Fundamentals of Tai Chi

Tai Chi Looks Effortless, but...

Master Li & Shen Zheng

All the ways to keep in touch & join the Facebook group if you want to give this challenge a go with us!

We'll be following this video:

24 Forms Tai Chi - The Basics

Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 thats (636) Mix-itFX

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Terri & Melissa have got you covered. On today’s episode, Melissa began her summer adventure- she & her husband are trying out living and working in a new state to see if it’s a place they might want to retire in. They’ve already hit the ground running with hiking and biking, but getting into the work from home routine has been a bit tougher.

Terri’s summer adventures have included balancing a social life in her new community with keeping out of the neighborhood drama, trying to find a space to work, while work is being done on the house and in the Always Be Learning Something (ABLS) spirit of the show has started to learn to drive a motorboat, which for her is fairly terrifying.

We talk about what to watch this summer, with Better Things & Pamela Adlon giving Melissa all the feels, the pros & cons of commercials. We let you know what we’re(Terri) watching on TikTok, why Melissa prefers YouTube.

TikTokTalk:

TheMostest

BirdTok:

aviari2324

Birding_by_ear

Birdoftheweek

Podcasts:

Better Things a Podcast with Pamela Adlon

Music:

Violent Femmes

Woman of the Week:

Pamela Adlon

Weekend Watch:

Stranger Things Netflix

Only Murders In The Building Hulu

The Bear Hulu/FX

Better Things Hulu FX

The Old Man Hulu FX

Westworld HBO Max

The Protector Netflix

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Mixing Up Midlife - 132. This Is What Happens When We're Together
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09/23/22 • 24 min

For the second time in almost 3 years, Terri and Melissa are podcasting in the same room and it's....awkward. Despite the strange feeling of podcasting in person, the hangout was so fun. There was coffee, cocktails, walks, Pickleball and lots of laughs! We're trying out new segments- let us know what you think!

TikTokTalk:

Butter Board

Magnesium Body Butter

Soften Hard Butter Hack

Hot Flash:

Serena Williams Retires

Try It Or Buy It

Face cupping

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The Bear Hulu

Reservation Dogs Hulu

Cocktail:

Empress 1908 Negroni

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RESOURCES AND SOURCES :

Indigo Wellness Group

Avant Atlas

Leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast. As always, thanks for listening to Mixing Up Midlife, a podcast for women over 50 who are adventurous, curious and want to have fun.

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Mixing Up Midlife - 141. Spirited Friendsgiving, Movies & Games
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11/24/22 • 26 min

Happy Thanksgiving! After last week’s episode with Erica Schulte King about finding friends as empty nesters, we talk about making connections in our own social communities and how we might make them stronger and more robust. We invite you to add suggestions! We’re giving gratitude for our listeners and those who have become friends. We move into holiday movie watching, game playing and a bit of imbibing

Please listen to The AnnaLogues ep.53 on Gratitude. Anna has a beautiful episode and practice.

Weekend Watch Holiday Movies:

Spirited Apple TV+

The Santa Clauses Disney+

Christmas With You Netflix

Dash & Lily Netflix

Home For Christmas Netflix sorry! We called this home for the holidays

A Christmas Story Sequel

Games to Play

New Phone Who Dis

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza

Saran Wrap Ball

Exit

Chameleon

Blank Slate

Jack In The Box

Holiday Cocktails:

Spanish Espresso Martini

Pumpkin Spice Milk Punch

TikTok Talk:

@likeablecocktails

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Have you been searching for the perfect retirement location, but aren't quite sure where that is or how to find it? Today's guest, Margaret Vandergriff, founder of Your Place Finder is here to help! Drawing on 30+ years of prospect research, strategic planning, and consulting/coaching experience, Margaret created the Spark System to guide retirees and almost retirees from deciding to move (or not), to finding their perfect retirement location, to smoothly navigating their move and transition to life in their new location.

0:00 Where to Retire with Margaret Vandergriff

00:03 Introduction and Guest Presentation

01:01 Margaret's Personal Journey and the Birth of 'Your Place Finder'

06:43 The Spark System: A Methodical Approach to Finding the Perfect Place

18:00 Understanding the Assessment Process

18:48 Exploring Potential Locations

25:16 Finalizing the Move and Post-Move Reflection

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Can astrology help women over 50 find their purpose? In this episode of the 'Mixing Up Midlife' podcast, hosts Terri and Melissa interview intuitive tarot reader and astrologer, Mary Jo Cranmore aka MJ. MJ shares her journey from a television news producer to an astrologer, her spiritual awakening and provides insights about astrological houses, North Node, South Node and how they relate to one's purpose in life. She also provides guidance on how to interpret this information to guide decisions and personal growth. Additionally, Mary Jo delves into the Japanese concept of 'Ikigai' and how it intersects with astrology when deciphering one's life purpose.

Because there was so much “good stuff” we’ve made this a two-parter.

Find MaryJo and Soulful Revolution:

Soulful Revolution Website

Soulful Revolution YouTube

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:40 Guest's Career Transition Journey

01:17 Spiritual Awakening and Life Changes

02:46 Decision to Quit and Start Anew

03:22 Beginning of a New Chapter

05:35 Starting a YouTube Channel

07:15 Success and Growth on YouTube

09:42 Understanding Astrology and Tarot

10:55 Personal Experiences with Astrology

12:44 The Process of Creating YouTube Content

16:04 Understanding Astrological Signs

17:30 Finding Purpose and Manifestation

18:42 Introduction to the Japanese Art of Happy Life

19:05 Understanding Purpose and Mission in Life

20:02 Astrological Tools for Finding Purpose: The North Node

20:22 Understanding the North Node in Astrology

20:55 The Role of Skills and Talents in Fulfilling Purpose

21:12 The Concept of Comfort Zone in Astrology

21:40 Interpreting the North Node in Birth Charts

22:19 The Importance of Birth Time in Astrology

23:07 Understanding the Influence of Planetary Movements

24:40 Interpreting the North Node: A Practical Example

26:00 The Role of Intuition in Understanding Astrological Charts

26:52 The Importance of Flexibility in Pursuing Purpose

27:08 Understanding the Houses in Astrology

33:40 The Role of Risk in Pursuing Purpose

35:54 The Importance of Growth and Expansion in Astrology

39:25 Astrology and Tarot Classes Offered

40:09 Conclusion and Contact Information

Sources and Resources

Cafe Astrology

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In this episode of 'Mixing a Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa explore the adventure of a lifetime with their special guest, Joanne McGinley, who shares her experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro at the age of 55. Joanne, a former stay-at-home mom who later built a fitness community and survived the challenges of COVID-19 with her studio, embarked on this journey as part of fulfilling her bucket list. The conversation touches on Joanne's motivations, preparations, and the physical and mental challenges she faced during the climb. It also delves into the importance of strength and mobility training for such an endeavor, alongside the value of embarking on adventures that push one's limits. The episode touches upon the logistics of the climb, and underscores the deep personal growth and confidence gained from stepping outside one's comfort zone, especially in midlife. Joanne's narrative about climbing Kilimanjaro underlines the transformative power of adventure and the importance of pursuing one's desires regardless of age.

00:48 Joanne's Journey: From Fitness Instructor to Adventurer

02:02 Joanne's Decision to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

04:44 The Journey to Kilimanjaro Begins

10:09 The Preparation and Training for the Climb

16:50 Reflecting on the Journey and the Summit

20:26 The Importance of Mobility and Strength

26:38 The Freedom of Being Off the Grid

27:19 The Future Adventures and Bucket List

32:43 The Importance of Taking the Leap

34:23 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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FAQ

How many episodes does Mixing Up Midlife have?

Mixing Up Midlife currently has 212 episodes available.

What topics does Mixing Up Midlife cover?

The podcast is about Tiktok, Society & Culture, Midlife, Personal Journals, Podcasts and Menopause.

What is the most popular episode on Mixing Up Midlife?

The episode title '92.This Is Why We're Friends: 73 Questions and Lots of Laughs' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Mixing Up Midlife?

The average episode length on Mixing Up Midlife is 28 minutes.

How often are episodes of Mixing Up Midlife released?

Episodes of Mixing Up Midlife are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Mixing Up Midlife?

The first episode of Mixing Up Midlife was released on Oct 27, 2019.

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