Midlife Mixtape

“Make room for something new”: Surprise! Creator and host Nancy Davis Kho on why it's time to “sunset” the show after almost five years, plus Eight Big Life Lessons from the Midlife Mixtape Podcast. The post Ep 111 The Final Midlife Mixtape Podcast Episode appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Stretch the rubber band”: Stanford Center for Longevity's researcher Ken Smith and co-author Karen Breslau, on conclusions from SCL's new study that seeks to radically redefine how to live better, when we're living longer. The post Ep 110 “New Map of Life” Cartographers Ken Smith and Karen Breslau appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“From accessory to center stage”: Mark Cushing, founder of the Animal Policy Group and author of “Pet Nation”, on the emotional, physical, and societal benefits of the human-animal bond at midlife and beyond. The post Ep 109 Animal Policy Expert Mark Cushing appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“A spirit of curiosity”: Megan Zesati and Holly Sprague, founders of the DryTogether alcohol-free living community for midlife moms, on the benefits of teaming up to cut back on booze, the media messages that boost our consumption, and living AF(AF.) The post Ep 108 DryTogether Founders Megan Zesati and Holly Sprague appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Who's Slash?”: Listeners – and Nancy – share stories of their memorable Gen X Halloweens past, from decidedly non-sexy costume strategies, to 7th graders on the cusp, to home bat invasions. The post Ep 107 Listeners' Halloween Stories appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Something besides yourself to love”: Austin music legend Bob Schneider on his latest album, “In a Roomful of Blood With a Sleeping Tiger”, non-autobiographical songs written with autobiographical emotion, and why he shouldn't rule the world. The post Ep 106 Singer/Songwriter Bob Schneider appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Stop, Look, Go”: Kristi Nelson, author of “Wake Up Grateful,” on transforming her Stage IV cancer survival into a lifetime practice of more grateful living, midlife carpe diem, and an unusual way to embrace that middle-of-the-night restiveness. The post Ep 105 Grateful Living Guide Kristi Nelson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“My brain is waking up”: Taya Dunn Johnson on going back to school alongside her 7th grader this fall, and the personal passion that pulled her to a field of study she had never even heard of before the day she enrolled. The post Ep 104 Master's Degree Student Taya Dunn Johnson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Dating is a skill”: Jodi Klein, author and podcast host of “First Date Stories”, on the benefits and challenges of being a “seasoned” dater, her Ninja midlife dating tips, and Midlife Mixtape listeners' own memorable First Date Stories. The post Ep 103 “First Date Stories” Author Jodi Klein appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Start the conversation”: Oceanographer Dr. Claudia Benitez-Nelson talks about the ScienceMoms.com initiative seeking to apply “Mom Power” in tackling climate change, how midlife made her a better scientist, and why she's hopeful for the future. The post Ep 102 “Science Mom” Dr. Claudia Benitez-Nelson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It's about time”: Menopause entrepreneurs Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs talk about why it's taken so long to address the needs of women in perimenopause and menopause, and how GenX can lead the way in demystifying the big M. The post Ep 101 Womaness Founders Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“In the blink of an eye”: In this Very Special Episode that is also All In The Family, Midlife Mixtape Podcast creator and host Nancy Davis Kho answers listeners' questions about podcasting, music, and midlife. The post Ep 100 Centennial Celebration appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Tired of being a deputy”: Michelle Fishburne of Who We Are Now talks about turning a one-two-three punch of pandemic life changes into a 12,000 mile road trip, a book deal, and a newfound calling as an oral historian. The post Ep 99 RV Adventurer Michelle Fishburne appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Time to regroup”: Lisette Smith, certified financial planner, on thinking of our work lives in chapters, the best ways to plan for a Midlife Gap Year, and why early retirement may not be as desirable as the occasional long pause. The post Ep 98 Midlife Gap Year Advocate Lisette Smith appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“That’s my call”: San Francisco Ballet’s Christopher Dennis on the obvious career path that nonetheless had to be pointed out to him, the patience and grace that comes with experience, and the ballet’s pandemic pirouette to digital delivery. The post Ep 97 Ballet Production Director Christopher Dennis appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It means different things all the time, but it always works”: Listeners share stories of the music of their lives, from Prince to Joni Mitchell to The Beastie Boys and everyone in between. The post Ep 96 Listeners’ “Still in Rotation” Albums appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Shouldn’t take a miracle”: Tracey Milligan, whose foundation provides services for victims of domestic violence, on hard work, serendipity, and “angels” along the way, plus her recent pivot as groundbreaking founder in the financial tech field. The post Ep 95 Nonprofit/FinTech Founder Tracey Milligan appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Practice a certain acceptance”: Dr. Leslie Kernisan, MD, MPH and founder of the Better Health While Aging website and podcast, on how adult children can ask better questions and accept suboptimal choices with grace when caring for aging relatives. The post Ep 94 Geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernisan appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Existential homecoming”: Har Mar Superstar aka Sean Tillman on the evolution of his music career from sweaty solo act to full band bonanza, his brand new LP Roseville including two songs for Midlife Mixtape listeners, and his pandemic postal pivot. The post Ep 93 Har Mar Superstar appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“The opposite of play is perfection”: Jeff Harry, positive play coach, on using play to navigate hard conversations and relationships, the inspirational power of boredom, and why the pandemic is the perfect time to connect with your inner goofball. The post Ep 92 Play Expert Jeff Harry appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Weird, quirky circumstances”: Author and “10 Things to Tell You” podcaster Laura Tremaine on her new book that encourages readers to share more stories to deepen relationships, foster understanding, and connect us more closely, even during a pandemic. The post Ep 91 “Share Your Stuff” Author Laura Tremaine appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“A sense of endless possibility”: Different Together founder J. Christopher Collins on his new book, “Mending Our Union,” why face-to-face conversation by people with differing viewpoints can foster hope, and practical tips for tense talks. The post Ep 90 Reconciliation Activist J. Christopher Collins appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“I grieve and thank Time for all of these reasons”: In this special year-end episode, a compendium of listeners’ stories of the losses they’re grieving and something they're grateful for in 2020, and a tribute to the most wonderful mom in the world. The post Ep 89 Listeners’ 2020 Grief and Gratitude appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Find an upbeat ending”: NYT bestselling author Bruce Feiler on the power of storytelling when we go through difficult times, the universal patterns of “lifequakes”, and how we can better manage change at any age. The post Ep 88 “Life Is in the Transitions” Author Bruce Feiler appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Figure out your ball”: In her work as “aspiring Fairy Godmother”, tech startup veteran Joanna Bloor talks about uncovering your unique magic, why “adventure timelines” are better than resumes, and channeling her inner Bette Midler. The post Ep 87 Potentialist Joanna Bloor appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“The responsible thing to do”: In this special episode, UCSF public health specialist Dr. George Rutherford MD answers Midlife Mixtape listeners’ questions about COVID, vaccine development, and how to stay safe in the months ahead. The post Ep 86 Epidemiologist Dr. George Rutherford appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Our freedoms are tied together”: Angela Lang, Executive Director of Black Leaders Organizing for Community (BLOC), on why helping a community’s most marginalized citizens creates better outcomes for all, BLOC’s pandemic pivot, and Backstreet Boys. Alright? The post Ep 85 Community Organizer Angela Lang appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“This good, hard life”: Licensed counselor Mazi Robinson on the payoff from the pain that may come with midlife transitions, concrete steps for navigating COVID mental health challenges, and living through a crisis in parallel with her clients. The post Ep 84 Therapist Mazi Robinson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“A bunch of big questions”: Reverend Andrew Hybl on enlisting in the military after 9/11, how doubts raised during active duty in Iraq gradually unfolded into Episcopal priesthood, and how Tupac nudged the whole process along. The post Ep 83 Navy Veteran/Episcopal Priest Andrew Hybl appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Inquisitive, interested, exploratory”: Margit Detweiler on the motivation behind multimedia “grown-ass lady storytelling” platform TueNight.com, lessons she’s learned about patience and perseverance, and THE must-play GenX slumber-party game. The post Ep 82 TueNight.com Founder Margit Detweiler appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

"You have everything you need": In this special episode, Nancy rounds up advice from past guests in answer to the question, “What do you wish you could go back and tell your younger self?” Purpose-built for pandemic listening. The post Ep 81 What Do You Wish You Could Tell Your Younger Self? appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“A family of raconteurs”: Alia Volz on her new memoir “Home-Baked: My Mom, Marijuana, and the Stoning of San Francisco”, her parents’ pioneering cannabis business, industry evolution from dealing to healing, and maturing right along with our parents. The post Ep 80 “Home-Baked” Author Alia Volz appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Better command of my voice”: Singer/songwriter Teddy Thompson discusses and shares songs from his new album Heartbreaker Please, provides a suggested cocktail pairing, and recalls a life-changing concert with his grandmother. The post Ep 79 Musician Teddy Thompson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“But anyway, I’m still alive to tell it”: Listeners share their favorite ‘70s and ‘80s childhood memories, from banana-seat bike rides to boardwalk employment to the educational television jingle that unites us all. The post Ep 78 Listeners’ Gen X Childhood Summer Stories appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Not interested in telling stories from the top down”: SFChronicle reporter Otis Taylor Jr on the media’s ability to open readers’ eyes by sharing diverse stories, the importance of local journalism, and his Kenny Chesney tailgate adventure. The post Ep 77 Journalist Otis Taylor Jr. appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“How much do we care?” SF Urban Film Fest founder Fay Darmawi on her cross-disciplinary approach to housing justice, the power of storytelling to change the Affordable Housing Industrial Complex, and her hip new hips. The post Ep 76 Affordable Housing Advocate Fay Darmawi appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Hardcore reinvention”: Poi Dog Pondering founder and bandleader Frank Orrall talks about learning to trust his instincts in the music business, his musical and culinary side gigs, and the challenges facing artists due to COVID-19. The post Ep 75 Poi Dog Pondering Frontman Frank Orrall appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Stick with the things that really feed you”: NY Times bestselling author of The Gift of Failure Jessica Lahey on pandemic lessons in resilience and self-efficacy, her zig zag career path, and backstage cartwheels at Billy Joel concerts. The post Ep 74 Educator and Author Jessica Lahey appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Just pretend you’re Beyoncé right now”: Pop culture history writer Jennifer Keishin Armstrong talks about her new book Pop Star Goddesses and how channeling both the power and flaws of our favorite female artists can help us navigate uncertain times. The post Ep 73 Pop Star Goddesses Author Jennifer Armstrong appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Notice that people have been left out”: Kelly Wickham Hurst of Being Black at School talks about tackling systemic racism, the midlife freedom that comes from saying “I don’t know,” and Wham! in that minute when they were still Wham!UK. The post Ep 72 Being Black at School Founder Kelly Hurst appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“I must have been insane. No, just a teenager”: Designed to distract you momentarily from your current worries, this listener-contributed episode shares youthful tales of awkwardness, getting in over our heads, and debauchery our kids and parents would NEVER believe. The post Ep 71 Listeners’ Youthful Shenanigans appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“You can always make a change”: founding editor of Lucky Magazine Kim France on why we shouldn’t beat ourselves up for caring about appearance as we age, using invisibility as a superpower, and memories of SP4 on Texas summer days. The post Ep 70 Beauty and Style Editor Kim France appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Not just you”: Ada Calhoun, author of “Why We Can’t Sleep: Women’s New Midlife Crisis”, unpacks reasons for GenX’s specific midlife challenges and offers ways to cope, from joining clubs to embracing the magic power of low expectations. The post Ep 69 “Why We Can’t Sleep” Author Ada Calhoun appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It gets easier to find things to be grateful for”: The tables are turned as “A Word on Words” host and author Mary Laura Philpott interviews Midlife Mixtape Podcast host and author Nancy Davis Kho about her new book, The Thank-You Project. The post Ep 68 Author/Podcaster Nancy Davis Kho appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Everything that held our family together”: In this special Thanksgiving episode, Midlife Mixtape listeners share thanks for the people who made them who they are today, from grandparents to spouses to best friends to a singing teenage TV detective. The post Ep 67 Listeners’ Thank-You Stories appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“From fear to freedom”: Leading Alzheimer's and long-term care design expert Lisa Cini on navigating senior living decision-making, leveraging our teens for difficult conversations with our parents, and GenX’s own encouraging elder care future. The post Ep 66 Long Term Care Expert Lisa Cini appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Life is a strange journey”: Author Sarah Ladipo Manyika on writing stories she wanted to read but couldn’t find, the beauty of intergenerational friendships, and a big awkward mea culpa from Nancy, to Sarah’s most recent fictional heroine. The post Ep 65 Author Sarah Ladipo Manyika appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Life is fleeting”: Urban homesteader Natasha Nicholes on how her farm on the South Side of Chicago has created community, why loss has shaped the way she views opportunity, and that time Harry Connick surprised her with a spa day. The post Ep 64 Urban Farmer Natasha Nicholes appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“I want to perform for 10,000 people”: Feminist Muslim Iranian-American comedian and podcaster Zahra Noorbakhsh on how aging has changed the way she approaches her comedy, the insidiousness of confirmation bias, and an endorsement for mental math. The post Ep 63 Comedian Zahra Noorbakhsh appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Not even at halftime”: Hospitality entrepreneur and Wisdom@Work author Chip Conley talks about the benefits of inter-generational mutual mentorship, his midlife wisdom school, and that time he brought Linda Ronstadt breakfast in bed. The post Ep 62 Modern Elder Academy Founder Chip Conley appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Not the typical politician”: Businesswoman, mom, and first-time political candidate Randi Dorman talks about her vision and plans for Tucson, the power in pursuing your passion, and the best rainy-day camp activity ever. The post Ep 61 Tucson Mayoral Candidate Randi Dorman appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .