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Award-winning author Jane Leder and guests take a deep dive into the joys and challenges of being an older woman. “Older Women & Friends” is a podcast that sets the record straight, dispels myths, explores the many contributions older women make, and the wisdom they’ve earned and are anxious to share. Older women know a thing or two about living with a keen sense of wonder and an abiding appreciation for the gift of longevity. So, it’s time to change the perception that the gig is just about up when, in truth, the second wave of the journey has just begun.

Older Women & Friends
Older Women & Friends

Award-winning author Jane Leder and guests take a deep dive into the joys and challenges of being an older woman. “Older Women & Friends” is a podcast that sets the record straight, dispels the myths, explores the many contributions older women make and the wisdom they have earned and are anxious to share. Add a sense of humor, and there are many reasons why older women are the happiest demographic in the country today.

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Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up with Patricia Ryan Madson
byJane Leder

In this conversation, Patricia Madson, a drama professor emeritus and author, shares her journey from a curious and adventurous child to a seasoned educator in improvisation.

She discusses the importance of embracing mistakes, the transformative power of improvisation in personal and professional life, and the significance of finding

purpose and gratitude in everyday experiences. Patricia also introduces Eastern philosophies that emphasize self-reflection and proactive living, encouraging listeners to appreciate

the interconnectedness of their lives and the people who have influenced them.

You can go to her website:

https://improvwisdom.com/bio.html

Order “Improv Wisdom” on that site or go to Amazon and all other online book stores

My friend and fellow podcaster, Wendy Green, is the host of “Boomer Banter.”

heyboomer.biz/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-green-heyboomerpodcast/

https://heyboomer.biz/podcast/

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Think Cannabis Is Only for Getting High? Think Again. Health Benefits for Women & Men as We Age w/ Kelly Judge Goldberg
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“Likeable Badass: How Women Get The Success They Deserve” with the author, Alison Fragale, PhD
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Is This It for the Rest of My Life? Starting Over w/ Denise Taylor, PhD
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60 is NOT the new 50: 70 is NOT the new 60 w/ Tracey Gendron, Ph.D.
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Why More Couples Are Living Apart Together w/ Vicki Larson
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Happiness Is An Inside Job w/ Maria Leonard Olsen
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Staying Sane When The World Is In Turmoil w/ Gina Vild
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Painting with Music, w/ Conductor Roit Feldenkreis
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What Are They Up To Now? The Exciting Escapades of Three of Your Favorite Guests
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Podcast Kudos

Jane, I love how your conversations spotlight the depth and wisdom of women’s lived experience, and how you weave that into themes of authenticity and power. These exchanges aren’t just inspiring; they’re helping reshape the narrative of what leadership and success look like for women at every stage.

– Martha Wooten, Coach, Wellness and Wealth Advocate

Jane Leder, you truly have a gift, and I love how you as an older woman have leveraged your considerable strengths and experience to lift up other women’s messages.

– Janine Vanderburg
founder, Changing The Narrative

I’ve done hundreds of podcasts, and yours is one of the best.”

– Laurie Minsk
Ph.D., author of Becoming Cliterate

Want to have a great conversation about growing older? The person you want to be speaking with is Jane Leder of the “Older Women and Friends” podcast.

– Ann Douglas
Author, The Messy Middle

I enjoy your shows and can never wait too long for the next episode to be released. Thank you from Australia.

– Dale Quinn
listener and verified Apple Podcasts Review

I searched for podcasts that tell the whole truth about aging, not just the challenges, but the unexpected joys. “Older Women & Friends” does exactly that.

– Melinda Blau
author, The Wisdom Whisperers

I adore this podcast and take valuable insights from every episode. Research and passion for each guest permeate every episode.

– ceeohbee
Verified Apple Podcast Review

Thank you for all you do to open doors to health and well-being as we age!!!

Thanks for inviting truly inspiring women to your podcast Jane Leder … and especially for your unique and fascinating line of questions.

– Diana Place
founder of 333 Collective, Third Act Quest, and Quest

What a great role model you are, that we are to learn, grow, and make a difference in the world!

– Sally Crawford Duplantie
gerontologist

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