Podcasts about three tomatoes

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn the final episode of a five-part series, host Lee Safar talks with Carol Salloum from Three Tomatoes Cafe in Sydney. They discuss the importance of experience and financial planning for new coffee businesses gearing up for 2025. Carol's insights on running a values-driven, successful family business, navigating through challenges, and the significance of building a solid business without heavy VC funding are highlighted. Additionally, they talk about the strategic positioning of Three Tomatoes as it faces the end of its lease in four years, and the potential impact of digital payment systems on the coffee industry. Tune in for a deep dive into running a coffee business with resilience and integrity.00:00 Starting Strong: The Importance of Experience in 202500:33 Exciting News: Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops01:55 Final Episode with Carol Salloum: A Long-Awaited Conversation02:35 Building a Business Without VC Funding03:02 Community Initiatives and Support04:17 The Reality of Running a Business06:06 Strategic Planning for the Next Four Years08:03 Facing Business Challenges with Resilience16:48 Closing with Dignity: Lessons from Business Failures18:28 The Impact of Digitization on Business20:16 Looking Ahead: Defining Success for Three Tomatoes21:24 Conclusion: A Heartfelt Sign-OffConnect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn the final episode of a five-part series, host Lee Safar talks with Carol Salloum from Three Tomatoes Cafe in Sydney. They discuss the importance of experience and financial planning for new coffee businesses gearing up for 2025. Carol's insights on running a values-driven, successful family business, navigating through challenges, and the significance of building a solid business without heavy VC funding are highlighted. Additionally, they talk about the strategic positioning of Three Tomatoes as it faces the end of its lease in four years, and the potential impact of digital payment systems on the coffee industry. Tune in for a deep dive into running a coffee business with resilience and integrity.00:00 Starting Strong: The Importance of Experience in 202500:33 Exciting News: Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops01:55 Final Episode with Carol Salloum: A Long-Awaited Conversation02:35 Building a Business Without VC Funding03:02 Community Initiatives and Support04:17 The Reality of Running a Business06:06 Strategic Planning for the Next Four Years08:03 Facing Business Challenges with Resilience16:48 Closing with Dignity: Lessons from Business Failures18:28 The Impact of Digitization on Business20:16 Looking Ahead: Defining Success for Three Tomatoes21:24 Conclusion: A Heartfelt Sign-OffConnect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreonThe Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 3rd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar sits down with Carol Salloum from Three Tomatoes and Almond Bar in Sydney, Australia. Carol shares her insights into the financial costs of opening and running a cafe, the challenges anticipated for 2025, and how her business plans to adapt. Discover the importance of careful planning, exploring new revenue streams, and maintaining customer loyalty amidst rising costs and economic uncertainties. 00:00 Understanding the Costs of Opening a Cafe01:01 Introduction to the Series and Guest02:28 Anticipating Business Challenges in 202503:51 Strategies for New Revenue Streams10:30 Customer Sentiment and Economic Realities15:50 The Reality of Running a Cafe Business17:55 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Connect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreonThe Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 2nd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar talks with Carol Salloum of Three Tomatoes and Almond Bar about why entering the hospitality industry today is less appealing compared to 17 years ago. They discuss the rising costs, changing market dynamics, and evolving consumer behaviors in Sydney's coffee culture. Carol shares her experiences running cafes, the impact of tolls on city living, and the importance of creating meaningful customer connections. 00:00 Reflecting on the Past: Entering the Industry01:05 Exciting News: Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops02:26 Introduction to the Series with Carol Salloum03:26 Comparing 2025 to the Early Days of Hospitality05:32 The Financial Realities of Running a Cafe13:10 Customer Reactions to Price Increases16:38 The Emotional Labor of Cafe Ownership17:59 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Connect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 3rd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar sits down with Carol Salloum from Three Tomatoes and Almond Bar in Sydney, Australia. Carol shares her insights into the financial costs of opening and running a cafe, the challenges anticipated for 2025, and how her business plans to adapt. Discover the importance of careful planning, exploring new revenue streams, and maintaining customer loyalty amidst rising costs and economic uncertainties. 00:00 Understanding the Costs of Opening a Cafe01:01 Introduction to the Series and Guest02:28 Anticipating Business Challenges in 202503:51 Strategies for New Revenue Streams10:30 Customer Sentiment and Economic Realities15:50 The Reality of Running a Cafe Business17:55 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Connect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the 2nd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia.In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwUIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar talks with Carol Salloum of Three Tomatoes and Almond Bar about why entering the hospitality industry today is less appealing compared to 17 years ago. They discuss the rising costs, changing market dynamics, and evolving consumer behaviors in Sydney's coffee culture. Carol shares her experiences running cafes, the impact of tolls on city living, and the importance of creating meaningful customer connections. 00:00 Reflecting on the Past: Entering the Industry01:05 Exciting News: Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops02:26 Introduction to the Series with Carol Salloum03:26 Comparing 2025 to the Early Days of Hospitality05:32 The Financial Realities of Running a Cafe13:10 Customer Reactions to Price Increases16:38 The Emotional Labor of Cafe Ownership17:59 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview Connect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreonThe Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the first episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia. In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw 2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU 3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag 4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ 5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwU In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar is joined by Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes, a beloved neighborhood cafe in Sydney, Australia. Carol shares her experiences and challenges running a cafe, debunking the myth that opening a cafe is an easy way out of a day job. They discuss Carol's journey from running Almond Bar, a renowned restaurant, to managing a successful neighborhood cafe. Carol also provides insights into the different business models of neighborhood cafes versus city cafes, price sensitivity, and the importance of building community relationships. The episode highlights the hard work, stress, and dedication required to run a successful cafe and touches on themes like imposter syndrome and the economic pressures facing the coffee industry. Tune in to learn more about the realities of hospitality from someone who has been living it for 17 years.00:00 Opening a Cafe: The Misconceptions01:30 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest02:26 Carol Salloum's Journey and Achievements06:56 Running a Neighborhood Cafe vs. City Cafe09:44 Challenges in the Coffee Industry18:59 Imposter Syndrome and Expertise in Hospitality24:45 Conclusion and Wrap-UpConnect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/ https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistIntroduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming is now Available On-Demand at https://ondemand.mapitforward.coffee for as little as $10. Why not grab a gift card for your team, suppliers or favorite coffee human******************************Welcome to the first episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes Cafe, a successful neighbourhood cafe in Sydney Australia. In this series, Lee and Carol explore how a successful cafe owner approaches the challenges of 2025 and the strategies needed to adapt to the year ahead.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Successful Coffee Shop Owners in 2025 - https://youtu.be/dmQLbHeudJw 2. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/lFxoJl9c6TU 3. 2025 Will Be Different For Cafe Owners - https://youtu.be/N3JJg9TjFag 4. Strategies To Keep Cafes Open in 2025 - https://youtu.be/wbEe5flX0TQ 5. Predictions for 2025 in Coffee - https://youtu.be/vQnIjHNIIwU In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, host Lee Safar is joined by Carol Salloum, co-owner of Three Tomatoes, a beloved neighborhood cafe in Sydney, Australia. Carol shares her experiences and challenges running a cafe, debunking the myth that opening a cafe is an easy way out of a day job. They discuss Carol's journey from running Almond Bar, a renowned restaurant, to managing a successful neighborhood cafe. Carol also provides insights into the different business models of neighborhood cafes versus city cafes, price sensitivity, and the importance of building community relationships. The episode highlights the hard work, stress, and dedication required to run a successful cafe and touches on themes like imposter syndrome and the economic pressures facing the coffee industry. Tune in to learn more about the realities of hospitality from someone who has been living it for 17 years.00:00 Opening a Cafe: The Misconceptions01:30 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest02:26 Carol Salloum's Journey and Achievements06:56 Running a Neighborhood Cafe vs. City Cafe09:44 Challenges in the Coffee Industry18:59 Imposter Syndrome and Expertise in Hospitality24:45 Conclusion and Wrap-UpConnect with Carol Salloum and Three Tomatoes Cafe here:https://www.instagram.com/3tomatoesau/ https://www.3tomatoescafe.com/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreonThe Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Invest In Her host Catherine Gray talks with Cheryl Benton, founder, CEO and “head tomato” of The Three Tomatoes, a highly successful digital media company and free newsletter that covers fascinating lifestyle news of interest to “mature women” (aka “tomatoes”) nationwide with 4 city specific newsletters, NYC, LA, San Francisco, and Miami, along with Debbie Zipp the LA Life editor for The Three Tomatoes. Debbie is probably best known for her recurring lead role as Donna on the "Murder She Wrote" CBS series starring Angela Lansbury as well as many TV series regular roles and guest star appearances, lead stage roles and principal roles in over 300 national television commercials.  Cheryl is a sought-after speaker on women's issues and is a longtime advocate for women and girls around the world. She has served on the board of UN Women, and founded the NYC Leadership Council for Plan International USA, both organizations that advocate for the equality of women and girls. In 2018 Cheryl Benton wrote her first novel, followed by a book of mid-life humor that quickly became #1 on Amazon's hot new releases. What started out as a newsletter with the real skinny on the best of everything in NYC for fabulous, smart women like you and us, soon attracted smart fabulous women from coast to coast (and even across the pond). It wasn't just NYC women who were feeling invisible, and our newsletters that talked about everything from where to get the best facials, thong underwear that are actually comfortable, our opinions about plastic surgery, Botox, children, husbands, friends and whatever else may be coursing through our hormonally charged brains, gained a following. And then people with expertise and knowledge wanted to be part of this adventure, and before you could say hot flash, we had a web site, which has grown into a full blown lifestyle guide for fun, smart “tomatoes.” www.sheangelinvestors.com  https://www.thethreetomatoes.com/   Follow Us On Social Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn  

We had a lively conversation with Mariann Aalda, a “pro-aging evangelist,” on this week's Happy Hour Podcast. Mariann is on a mission to change the perception that young is good and old is bad. She is an actress and a comic, and these days she uses her comedic skills to shine a light on ageism. Her popular TEDxTalk is called “Ageism is a bully”, her solo show, “Getting Old is a Bitch,” with performances around the country sells out, and her latest initiative is on Instagram called “Say Your Age, Loud and Proud.” Follow her on https://www.instagram.com/sayyourage_loudandproud/ For more entertaining and grown up fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Been Thinking About Writing A Book 'Someday'? Well This Might Actually Be The Day! Many ‘would be' authors procrastinate because they have no clue how to get a book published. I hear the topic of 'writing a book' come up often. Things I always hear people say?  "I should really write a book”.  "I've been meaning to write a book”. "I've been working on a book for years that I really need to finish”. "I need to find someone to help me write my book.” “I've written a book but I have no idea how to get it published”. “My book is done but I have no idea how to market it.” I thought maybe Cheryl Benton could help some of you. I've been a fan and supporter of Cheryl for years. A former English teacher, PR guru, and ad agency whiz, Cheryl has  always been a prolific writer and avid reader. She combined all her skills when she founded 'The Three Tomatoes' lifestyle guide for 'women who aren't kids'.  A couple of years ago Cheryl decided to write her first book. She managed her way through the entire self publishing book process herself with her first novel, "Can You See Us Now"? The book was a hit! Six months after that, she created another book with her daughter Roni Jenkins, called 'Martini Wisdom'. Another hit!  That one quickly became #1 on Amazon's hot new releases. Both books were published under 'The Three Tomatoes Publishing' imprint. Cheryl got so many requests for information about how they did it, she decided to expand their book platform to provide services to help other authors realize their dreams. And now ‘Three Tomatoes Publishing' is doing just that. They're on a roll and picking up speed and bringing all kinds of books to life. Maybe yours is next? For the record there are various publishing models. The traditional publishing model usually requires an agent, can take up to two years, and offers fairly low royalties. There are hybrid publishing models where you pay and then share in royalties. There's the self-published model, where you do everything, including all your marketing. (Cheryl points out that marketing is the most critical factor after a good book and one that is often left to the author, even with traditional publishers).  In our conversation here Cheryl sparks all the ‘would be' authors out there to come on and get it done!  'Three Tomatoes Publishing' she says can help you get your book published, your audiobook produced, create a book marketing program and if need be even help write the darn book for you. There's also the option for authors  to choose to cherry pick some of their services. Three Tomatoes Publishing is particularly interested in books by women for women over forty that can be marketed via The Three Tomatoes media platform to their audience of women over 40. But they do accept male authors as well.  BTW: The Three Tomatoes started as a just for the fun of it newsletter which Cheryl originally sent to 60 friends. They now have several newsletters a week, a major website, a weekly podcast and events. With 15,000 subscribers and over 40,000 visitors each month to the web site, theirs is an excellent vehicle for promoting books.  

We all want to fall in love and live happily ever after. But is happily ever after possible? Did you know that 73% of third marriages end in divorce? Have you noticed how the media glamorizes dysfunctional relationships? What are the 10 steps to never fail in a relationship again? Beatty Cohan, a nationally recognized psychotherapist, sex therapist, author, and host of the Ask Beatty Show has a lot to say on these topics. Learn more at beattycohan.com For more grownup fun, signup for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

insecurity, political upheaval, and the escalating stress of daily life. If you're feeling confused and anxious, you're not alone. Listen in to this fascinating interview with Diane Dreher, author of five books demystifying the principles found in the 25 centuries old Tao, including her best seller, "The Tao of Inner Peace," and learn how Tao can be a powerful and calming source of growth, inspiration, and well-being. Diane is a Professor Emeritus at Santa Clara University, holds credentials in holistic health and spiritual counseling. Her passion is helping people connect with their creative potential, discover their vocations, and make a positive difference in the world. www.dianedreher.com For more grown up fun sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

Have you resolved this year to get yourself into better shape, and better health? Well listen in to our conversation with fitness guru Joan Pagano. She is the owner of Joan Pagano Fitness in NYC and has specialized in strength training for women since 1988. She is a leading authority on exercise programs designed for osteoporosis. And by the way, she is the former trainer to Jacqueline and Caroline Kennedy. She is a long-time contributor to The Three Tomatoes web site. We talked about preventing osteoporosis and Joan's 12 Fitness Rules to Live by. Learn more at joanpaganofitness.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Grab a glass your favorite wine and listen in to this Happy Hour Episode with winemaker Steven Kent Mirassou, founder of the Steven Kent Winery in Livermore, California. His new book is a personal memoir, Lineage: Life and Love and Six Generations in California Wine that weaves his story, his family's story, and the story of wine making, with such beautiful, exquisitely rich descriptions that the reader experiences how it looks and feels to be a winemaker. A perfect holiday gift for wine lovers. Learn more at https://stevenkentmirassou.com/ For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

In this episode we talked to Kate Somerset about dating in midlife. She is the author of the recently published book, Mom... You Just Need to Get Laid…The Adventures of Dating After Divorce which tells her hilarious true account of moving from Texas to NYC after her divorce, and her foray into dating. The book tells the stories of 15 men she dated, and you'll be charmed, amused and inspired. Learn more at katesomerset.com. For more grownup fun sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

We had an awesome conversation with Martha Bolton, the first female comedy staff writer for Bob Hope. She recently collaborated with Bob Hope's daughter, Linda Hope to create a beautiful new book, DEAR BOB...Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the G.I.s of World War II. We talked about Martha's amazing career, her fond memories of Bob Hope, and his special connections with G.I.s around the world for over five decades. For more grown up fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Dr. Annabelle Bugatti is a licensed marriage and family therapist and expert on emotionally focused therapy. She helps individuals and couples learn how to love better and have successful lives and relationships. In this episode she shares how important it is to connect to others through empathy. Something we all need to develop as we navigate life today. Her latest book is titled "Using Relentless Empathy to connect with Challenging and Difficult clients.” It's geared towards health professionals, but so helpful for all of us. www.drbelle.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Without a doubt, boomer women are reinventing the spirit and style of aging. To these ends, our guest, Cheryl Benton, has created the most wonderful media company, go-to resource and newsletter for boomer women called The Three Tomatoes. Now, she has added to her numerous offerings aimed at our age group by authoring a second inspiring look at growing older as a woman in today's culture. It follows her first book Can You See Us Now? and is named Can You Hear Us Now? Although both of Cheryl's books take into account the struggles and slights suffered by those of us of a certain age, each is filled with plenty of humor and sass. They're stimulating, fun and real page-turners for sure! If you're fed up dealing with the invisibility factor, you will want to be sure catch this lively interview celebrating all things aging in style!

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here:  https://youtu.be/EdjxIZh00k4 Cheryl Benton is an entrepreneur, publisher, author, public speaker, an advocate for women and girls around the world, and a cheerleader for grownup women. After a successful career in the New York City ad agency business, she started The Three Tomatoes, a lifestyle guide (web site, newsletters, events, and podcasts) for women over 40. After successfully self-publishing three books, “Can You See Us Now?”, “Martini Wisdom,” and “More Martini Wisdom”, she started The Three Tomatoes Book Publishing to help other women tell their stories. She has now published 21 titles under her imprint and several audiobooks. She is a recipient of the “Distinguished Alumni Award” from Adelphi University. She was named a top CEO by SmartCEO magazine and a recipient of their Brava Award. In 2000 she received The G.D. Crain Award in recognition for career achievement in business-to-business marketing communications and exceptional service to the Business Marketing Association.

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here:  https://youtu.be/EdjxIZh00k4 Cheryl Benton is an entrepreneur, publisher, author, public speaker, an advocate for women and girls around the world, and a cheerleader for grownup women. After a successful career in the New York City ad agency business, she started The Three Tomatoes, a lifestyle guide (web site, newsletters, events, and podcasts) for women over 40. After successfully self-publishing three books, “Can You See Us Now?”, “Martini Wisdom,” and “More Martini Wisdom”, she started The Three Tomatoes Book Publishing to help other women tell their stories. She has now published 21 titles under her imprint and several audiobooks. She is a recipient of the “Distinguished Alumni Award” from Adelphi University. She was named a top CEO by SmartCEO magazine and a recipient of their Brava Award. In 2000 she received The G.D. Crain Award in recognition for career achievement in business-to-business marketing communications and exceptional service to the Business Marketing Association.

Feeling overwhelmed or unable to make decisions? Dr. Dravon James, a pharmacist, actress, life coach, inspirational speaker and thought leader, has suggestions that will help you navigate life with a different outlook. Her positive nature will inspire you to become the leader of your own life. Learn more at: www.drdravonjames.com For more grownup fun sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Many of us think we are not going to do what the elders in our life did. You know, like driving well past the time when we shouldn't. Award-winning journalist Steven Petrow addresses these issues in his book, "Stupid Things I won't Do When I Get Old." It's a funny and honest look at aging and a guidebook for all of us as we head into elderhood. You will laugh out loud and perhaps shed a few tears. Steven is a columnist for The Washington Post, USA Todayand a contributing writer for The New York Times as well as reaching the over 2 million mark for views of his TED talk. Learn more at: https://stevenpetrow.com/ For more grown-up fun, sign up for our newsletters at The Three Tomatoes.

It's in the Bag, is the remarkable story of a determined woman and a little dog named SHERPA who created the soft-sided pet carrier category from scratch and turned it into a global brand. Gayle shares some of the trials, tribulations, and challenges along the way. Whether you're an entrepreneur, or a budding entrepreneur, a pet lover, or you just love hearing success stories, this episode is for you. Learn more at gaylemartz.com. For more grown-up fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

That's the title of the most recent book co-authored by our guest Richard Leider about aging purposefully. This inspiring conversation brings to light how important it is for us all to have a purpose in life, particularly as we move from "adulthood" to "elderhood." He is founder of Inventure the Purpose Company, and his books have sold over a million copies. Tune in and learn to live a life of purpose. Get more details. For more grown-up fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

What do Elvis Presley, Barbara Walters, Katherine Hepburn, and countless others have in common? They were replacement children growing up in the shadow of a lost of impaired sibling. Often families don't grieve the loss of a child and put hopes and dreams they had for one child, onto another. Rita Battat and Dr. Abigail Brenner, co-authors of the book Replacement Children, The Unconscious Script, let us know that no matter what your age, you can always heal! Learn more. For more grownup fun and interesting topics, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

If you’re rediscovering your clothes, you will love today’s Happy Hour episode with New York City fashion designer Gabrielle Carlson. We have been one of her many fans for years and it’s not just about her beautiful clothes in fabulous fabrics and colors that are designed for real women. We talked about how she pivoted her business during the pandemic, including making masks, and her philosophy on always dressing your best. Visit her web site: gabriellecarlson.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

After a rare disease paralyzed him from the neck down, Barry Shore created the Joy of Living institute, a platform that teaches people to live in joy, no matter the situation. Kim Selby had an inspiring conversation with him discussing his new book “The Joy of Living: How to Slay Stress and Be Happy.” You will definitely be inspired by his energy, words and practical ways to live in joy. Learn more at: www.barryshore.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

We were so excited to celebration National Poetry Month with three poets who are poet laureates at The Three Tomatoes: Carol Ostrow, author of Poems from My Pandemic Pen, Stephanie Sloane, author of Dear Me, and Nicole Freezer Rubens, author of The Long Pause and the Short Breath. They each did readings of some of their latest poems. You’ll find their poetry monthly at The Three Tomatoes. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

When it comes to marketing to women over 40, brands either don’t see us, or don’t see us as we see ourselves. Why are so many advertisers missing the mark? Erica Fite, a Co-Founder of Fancy, a woman owned NYC ad agency that helps brands understand how to market to women with a special expertise in women over 40, 50, 60 and beyond, shares her insights. They recently surveyed 500 women over 40 who had a lot to say on this topic. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Our guest this week is George Chakiris who played the career defining role as Bernardo, leader of the Sharks in one of the most beloved musical films of all time, West Side Story. He also had a remarkable career before and after West Side Story and you can read all about it in his new memoir, My West Side Story, just in time to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the film. Learn more at www.georgechakiris.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Are you missing travel? Are you wondering where you can travel now and what the future of travel looks like? Our guest is award winning travel writer Lea Lane who has visited over 100 countries and wrote a wonder memoir about her travels called “Places I Remember.” She is also a blogger at forbes.com, a contributor to dozens of guidebooks, and she recently launched a travel podcast.” She also talks about being a “Covid long hauler” and discovering she had breast cancer during the pandemic. Learn more at placesIrememberlealane.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

The Three Tomatoes hosted a fun and inspiring event in honor of Women’s History Month in honor of all the “crazy” women ground breakers. Joining us were the women behind “Know Your Crazy,” a little artbook with a big message that you’re not alone in your crazy. You’ll meet multimedia artist Vivienne Boucherat who created her “little mad women,” and co-creators of the book Cindy da Silva and Rene Harbison. Special guests include: Dr. Robi Ludwig, psychotherapist, and Maya Maya Azucena singer, song writer and activist for women’s empowerment. Learn more at http://knowyourcrazy.net You can watch the video of the event here.

Missing Broadway? Now you can LISTEN to Broadway in a very exciting and unique way with the Broadway Podcast Network! Joining me today is, the co-founder and CEO Dori Berinstein, a Tony-winning Broadway producer and Emmy-award-winning director, producer and writer of film and television. Among her award winning shows are The Prom, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf; Legally Blonde: The Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie and many, many more. Learn more at http://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

The Three Tomatoes team joined in to celebrate our milestone. We talked about our favorite podcasts, life after COVID 19 and vaccines, and in honor of women’s history month, we each picked one inspiring woman we’d like to have a conversation with. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

If books make you happy, you will love meeting Zibby Owens who is the creator and host of the award-winning podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books where she has wonderful conversations with authors. During the pandemic she launched an online magazine, “We Found Time” and invited many of the authors she has interviewed to write essays. Those essays are now a delightful book, Moms Don’t Have Time To…A quarantine anthology. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

We know that this has been a challenging year for all us and there is sure to be a bit of stress that has been stirred up. We have some tips today from our guest, Brett Cotter, a stress relief expert who has been helping companies and individuals deal with stress and anxiety for over 20 years. He is the author of The Three Keys to Managing PTSD - The Warrior's Guide to Overcoming Combat Trauma - but spoiler alert we may all suffer from PTSD at one point in our life, no combat required! Brett shares a simple technique for managing stress and has a special offer! Learn more about Brett at www.brettcotter.com. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

In this bonus episode with my friend Cheryl Benton, the Editor in chief of The Three Tomatoes - a lifestyle guide (web site, newsletters, events, and podcasts) for women over 40, we laugh and chat about life over 40 and so much more. I co-host The Three Tomatoes Happy Hour POdcast with Cheryl and I am the San Francisco Editor of The Three Tomatoes where we publish a bi-monthly newsletter about all the great things you can find to do in the Bay Area  (well, things that are interesting to me at least).We talk about how Cheryl has endless ideas, how we don't understand how people can be bored and so much more. We delve into her book, "Can You See Us Now" and just have a wonderful and laugh out loud conversation.Cheryl and all the goodies that come with The Three Tomatoes can be found atwww.thethreetomatoes.comPodcast - The Three Tomatoes Happy Hour PodcastAs always, you can find me atwww.kim-selby.comInstagram @kimduffselbyAnd if you are enjoying IGNITE YOUR SPARK, I invite you to rate, subscribe, comment and share!Shine On!

We all love our pets, and there’s nothing worse than seeing our pets in pain or in decline as they age. This week’s guest is Dr. Tori Countner, founder of The Balanced Pet Vet. As a holistic and integrative veterinarian, she focuses on a balanced approach to medicine and lifestyle. Some of the techniques she uses sound positively human – like acupuncture, laser treatments, and massage. Learn more balancepetvet.com. For more grown up fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

The more you chase happiness the more it will elude you. We had a fascinating and enlightening conversation about happiness and what happy people have in common, with psychologist Joan Neehall. She is the author of a brand-new book called, Happiness is the New Healthy that dares us to take charge of our emotional health and gives us the tools to do that. We also discussed the last chapter of her book about emotional well-being even during the pandemic. Learn more at joanheehall.com For more grownup fun, signup for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Hey Tomatoes! Who’s Not Done Yet? We aren’t, and our guest on this weeks’ podcast Bonnie Marcus certainly isn’t. In fact, she has written a book called Not Done Yet, How women over 50 regain their confidence and claim workplace power. By digging deep into her own reinvention, making no excuses and sharing the stories of other women over 50, Bonnie provides tips and practices to help women claim the late-stage career success they deserve. Our SF editor, Kim Selby talks with Bonnie about ageism in the workplace and we get some practical tips to help us own our power. Spoiler alert: take a deep dive into the story you tell yourself! Bonnie can be found at bonniemarcusleadership.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Holly Parker, who is one of Manhattan’s most successful real estate brokers - she has sold over $8 billion of luxury real estate throughout her career at Douglas Elliman. She talked to us about her brand-new book, called Back on the Market, A Realtor’s Guide to Love and Life, which is a funny and poignant view of life after divorce that weaves in real estate as its metaphor. Learn more at hollyparker.com For more grownup fun sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletter.

Our lungs, an organ often taken for granted, and their health are more important than ever in this time of COVID 19. Today’s podcast, hosted by SF newsletter editor Kim Selby, features an indepth conversation with Dr. Michael Stephen, pulmonary clinician, researcher, academic and author of the soon to be released book BREATH TAKING, The Power, Fragility, and Future of Our Extraordinary Lungs. Dr. Stephen works with COVID 19 patients in addition to working with those with all lung diseases and has himself recovered from the virus. The conversation opens our eyes to the importance of mindfulness, awareness of our environment and sheds light on the history of lung disease. For more information, please visit https://mjswriter.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues and fears heighten, our guest today says there is a much bigger crisis that is NOT being reported that effects millions of people—and that’s mental health and drug addiction problems that have increased during lockdowns. A triple-board certified neurologist, Dr. Russell Surasky is also one of the top addiction specialists in the country. We talked about the toll this crisis has taken, addiction and the brain, and new and very hopeful treatments for addiction. Dr. Surasky says NO ONE is beyond reach. Learn more at drsurasky.comand http://www.bridgebacktolife.com/ Follow Dr. Surasky on Instagram and Facebook. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Well we made it to Thanksgiving, and that alone is something to be grateful for this year. Among the many things we feel grateful for in this strange and most unusual year is each and everyone of you. We have a special Happy Hour Podcast today to all of you from The Three Tomatoes team. We talked about our personal experiences these past few months, lessons learned, and things we are thankful for. We hope you enjoy it! For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

If you spend time on Zoom (hello?) then you will be singing hallelujah when you listen in this great advice today from nine-time Emmy Award winning TV journalist Jane Hanson. An NBC anchor for years, and now a communications consultant, and host of Curious Jane, she shares some priceless advice on how to not only look your best on zoom, but even more importantly how to connect and communicate effectively. Learn more about Jane at www.janehanson.com For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

It’s more important than ever to stay positive and healthy, and to help us with that is our podcast guest this week, Barbara Hannah Grufferman. She’s ​an award-winning, ​nationally ​recognized advocate for positive living​ and the author of two books on the topic. She is a frequent guest in national and local media and she recently launched the Menopause Cheat Sheet for women of every age. For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a corporate executive, or one of the many people job searching right now, you need more than just a reputation for being exceptional, you need to have a compelling personal brand and a strategy. Our podcast guest, Janet Wise is a master career strategist and personal brand advisor who helps women thrive in their careers using a unique program called “The Branding Room.” For more grownup fun, sign up for The Three Tomatoes newsletters.

Want the skinny on everything from the best facials in New York City to thong underwear that are actually comfortable? How about the latest in hot spots and must-see events in Los Angeles? If you're looking to find fun and fascinating musings aimed at women over 40, you'll want to hear all about The Three Tomatoes and their free e-newsletter. Join founder Cheryl Benton and contributor Debbie Zipp as they share the Tomato manifesto on maturity, Botox and the joy of being kids at heart!