Branching Out of the Empty Nest

Break Out of Your Comfort Zone

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0400

We all get caught in a rut sometimes. We need to get out of the comfort zone sometimes to mix things up. we will discuss a few simple tips to help you break out of your comfort zone and recharge your batteries.

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Fun in your 60s - part 2

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0400

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Insurance can be boring but on this episode, we discuss setting up your financial plan in your 40s and 50s so you can have fun in your 60s.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional 770-885-6329

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Resources:

National Institutes of Health - Impact on Life Expectancy and Mortality 2023

Health Disparities Among African-Americans – Pfizer 2020

Here's why aging is a greater risk for Black Americans. February 26, 2025 by Jazmin Goodwin

Data Work By Elena Cox‍ Feb 26, 2025 HARVARD GAZETTE

Health Fair (Atlanta)

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Fun in your 60s - part 1

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0400

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Insurance can be boring but on this episode we discuss setting up your financial plan in your 40s and 50s so you can have fun in your 60s.

Guest:
Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional 770-885-6329

March 14th Feel the Beat, Move your Feet at Redan Rec - https://www.jamacrossgeorgia.org/event-list

Resources:

National Institutes of Health - Impact on Life Expectancy and Mortality 2023

Health Disparities Among African-Americans – Pfizer 2020

Here's why aging is a greater risk for Black Americans. February 26, 2025 by Jazmin Goodwin

Data Work By Elena Cox‍ Feb 26, 2025 HARVARD GAZETTE

Health Fair (Atlanta)

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I Am Not My Hair

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0500

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We speak with certified Trichologist and Cosmetologist, Dionne Molden about hair loss. She is the owner of Hair Clinic Restoration Center.

With over 30 years of experience, she is also a member of the American Hair Loss Council and the Children With Hair Loss foundation. .

Hair Clinique Restoration Center is located at 1030 Old Peachtree Rd NW Lawrenceville, GA 30043. Call 770-912-4661 to book an appointment or visit
https://hairrestorationgeorgia.com.

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We provide tools and resources to the new and seasoned empty-nesters. We also welcome aunties, uncles, grandparents, neighbors and all seasoned adults.

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Season 4 Kick-off

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0500

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Season 4 is here.

Hair loss, vision boards, Christmas in July, and writing your own book are just a few things we are discussing this season.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.
We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, career development, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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If You Love Them, Write It Down

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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In this episode, we speak with Sharon Baker, a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker about leaving a legacy for your heirs. Make sure your paperwork is updated and specifies who gets what and how your life insurance money should be spent (on your funeral costs, for your heirs to spend as they wish or to go to your favorite charities).

Branching Out of The Empty Nest explores topics and provides insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us at info@emptynestsquad.com

Sharon Baker-Bokins

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sharon@powerof1decision.com

www.legallifecoachsharonbaker.com

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Empty Nest Blues

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

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On this episode we discuss 5 ways empty nesters can make the holidays more festive

1 - Host a low key party - Make it a potluck for low stress and no mess
Signup genius form:
https://www.signupgenius.com/how-to-use/potluck

2 - Host a Girls Night In - Try a movie night or game night theme
Family Feud:
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3 - Craft items and share your creations
Put your sewing or crocheting skills to use. Try diamond painting
Find a kit on amazon”
Reindeer
https://amzn.to/3XZ55fr
Ornaments
https://amzn.to/457RciP

4 - Bake up a storm ( or make edible creations )
Chocolate covered strawberries,
Rice Krispie treats, popcorn balls, fudge, or decorate ginger bread house

Pinterest links
Edible treats:
https://pin.it/3WNF9tcYj

5 - Volunteer in your community

United way volunteer site:
https://volunteer.unitedwayatlanta.org/

Honor a loved one by donating to their favorite cause

We all expression grief and/or depression at times but if you can’t overcome it, you may need to talk to a professional like a therapist or a grief coach.

If you feel like you want to harm yourself or others dial or text 988 and connect to the Grief and suicide hotline or

For more info about grief:
Good Grief
https://good-grief.org/resources/

Grief Share Community
https://www.griefshare.org/

Find a therapist
Betterhelp.com

Link to Grief show:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HSDRTaVndqcm6RAJ4cRdD?si=yCKnHPqMQVyLe9kph2r3Fw&t=165
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HSDRTaVndqcm6RAJ4cRdD?si=yCKnHPqMQVyLe9kph2r3Fw&t=165

Monet Farr Cole
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Certified Life Transitions Coach | Grief Recovery SpecialistFounder, New Paradigms Grief Recovery
www.newparadigmsgriefrecovery.com

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Good Grief: Not broken, just bent

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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On this episode we discuss grief with Monet Farr Cole, a certified Life Transitions Strategist. She draws on her own experiences to guide others through their unique journeys of healing and transformation.

Everyone will feel grief at some stage in their life and grief does not just apply to the death of a loved one. There are different types of grief and different situations we grieve and everyone deals with grief in their own way on their own time table. You or someone in your life may need to process grief for those temporary set backs or may need a therapist to unpack other lingering issues.

Here is the link for Monet's free guide, “From Surviving to Thriving: A Guide to Emotional Healing for Women in Transition"
https://www.poshlifeconsulting.com/fromsurvivingtothriving

Monet Farr Cole
404-931-9561
Certified Life Transitions Coach | Grief Recovery Specialist

Paradigms Grief Recovery
www.newparadigmsgriefrecovery.com

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development, traveling, having fun and so much more.

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Parents Just Don't Understand

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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Tammy Cohen is an award-winning author. Her book, Text Messages
to My Sons: Connecting Deeply in a World of Devices, helped her better connect with her children and find her true passion. On this episode, Tammy discusses her book with us and what she discovered about herself and her family during the process.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.
We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Text Messages to My Sons A Guide to Using Mobile Devices to Connect and Communicate with Your Kids
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Napoleon Hill
Think and Grow Rich
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Atomic Habits
James Clear
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You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter
Joe Dispenza
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Layoff Prep Part 2

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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In part 2 of this series about preparing for a layoff, our resident financial professional, Paulette Smith, discusses more ways to pivot and protect what's yours.

Preparing for a Layoff, part 2.

Guest:
Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional 770-885-6329

Medicare.gov
800-772-1213

Medicare
1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (GA)
866-552-4464
https://aging.georgia.gov/georgia-ship-0

bankrate.com
Fidelity.com
Thrivent.com

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Layoff Prep Part 1

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

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Mergers, business closings, DEI cutbacks, and the current government shutdown can affect your employment status and your bank account. Our resident financial professional, Paulette Smith, discusses how to pivot and protect and offers some tips to help you prepare for a layoff and get back on your feet.

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Resources:
Wrongful termination information
https://www.usa.gov/wrongful-termination

Economic status/job loss data:
https://nationalpartnership.org/economy-freefall-black-women-carrying-the-weight-jobsday-sept-2025/
https://www.ppic.org/blog/race-and-gender-dimensions-of-rising-unemployment/

Black workers and job loss
https://www.essence.com/news/money-career/black-women-job-loss-naacp-response/
https://www.epi.org/blog/whats-behind-rising-unemployment-for-black-workers/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSlZu6Oo2uA

Self Care and Mental Health
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health
https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/wellbeing/self-care-tips-to-prioritize-your-mental-health

Self Care for Men
https://afsp.org/story/men-need-self-care-too
https://www.talkspace.com/blog/self-care-for-men/

Mental Health Resources
www.HelpGuide.org has free, evidence-based resources to understand and navigate mental health challenges.

Building your brand
https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/personal-branding-at-work
https://maybusch.com/why-you-need-strong-personal-brand-how-to-build-one/

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Fall Preview

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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It's already October. We are not slowing down. We have plenty of info to share with you this year. Listen to the run down of the upcoming shows for this season. Don't forget to track your numbers and share on our socials to hold yourself accountable.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.
We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Fall Cleansing

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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It's Fall, my favorite season. Time to do some household cleansing. Here are some things to add to your fall to do list. We'll also tell you what we are discussing on future episodes this fall.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.
We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Marie Kondo
3 Books Collection Set (The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying, Spark Joy, Joy at Work)
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Fall Kick off

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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We are back from our summer hiatus. Tune in to find out we have in store for the rest of this season.

Check out some of the books we are reading for our unofficial book club.

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Moving Beyond Broke - Dasha Kennedy
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Summertime Recharge

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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This show discusses some things to do over the summer. Catch up on tv shows or binge watch your favorites. Host your own movie marathon or cozy up with a book and re-read the classics. Some of our favs: Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, The Residence, Frasier, Girlfriends, Lost Boys, and I Almost Forgot About You. Follow us this summer for more recommendations.

This is the last show before our summer hiatus. We will be back in the fall with new shows.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.
We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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The Energy of Money - Maria Nemeth
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I Almost Forgot About You - Terry McMillan
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The Fortunes of Jaded Women: A Novel - Carolyn Huynh
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Preparing for job loss Q & A

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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We continue the conversation about preparing for a job loss during these unpredictable times. Retirement and Financial Specialist Paulette Smith gives us even more insight, answers questions and tells us how to prepare for a job loss.

Many people have been or will be laid off from their job. What can you do now to prepare for a job loss? Retirement and finance specialist Paulette Smith will share some tips for preparing for a loss and keeping your retirement plan on track.

Resources:

For more info and financial/retirement questions please contact Paulette Smith at
770-885-6329

Find a reputable financial professional:
National Foundation for Credit Counseling
https://www.nfcc.org
800-388-2227

Consumer Credit Counseling Services
https://www.cccfusa.org
800-359-1561

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Preparing for a job loss

Wed, 28 May 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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Resources:

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (GA) https://aging.georgia.gov/georgia-ship-0
866-552-4464

Healthcare.gov

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Flying from the Nest

Thu, 15 May 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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We are launching a new show for young adult. We speak to one of the producers of our new show and get a behind the scenes look.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.
We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Protecting Your Nest Egg

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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On this episode we discuss how to protect your finances before helping your parents and children so you still have something left for YOUR retirement. Retirement and Finance Specialist Paulette Smith is back again to share some valuable insight.

Paulette Smith, Retirement and Financial Specialist 770-885-6329

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Retiring While Black
https://www.consumerreports.org/money/retirement-planning/retiring-while-black-advice-from-black-seniors-for-a-path-to-financial-security-a4230396465/

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We are growing

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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Show host Zoana Price talks about her background and future projects for ClassZ Studios.

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Eat to Live

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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Did you know the way we cook foods can make them harmful to us? We know to limit red meat, processed foods, and fried foods but foods we think are healthy like grilled chicken or baked potatoes could potentially cause cancer in our bodies depending on how they are cooked.

Resources from today's show:

Acrylamide and Cancer Risk

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/chemicals/acrylamide.html

Mayo Clinic Q and A: Food risks and cancer: What to avoid

https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-q-and-a-food-risks-and-cancer-what-to-avoid/

Acrylamide

https://youtu.be/CWEXJkxBO4w?si=zPUKLwjSUFyTQPVD

What is acrylamide?

https://youtu.be/tbkd_EUHZwc?si=Q5f4Kpk3ABmnuogo

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Menopause Moments

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0400

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The episode is all about menopause. Our guest is Carin Luna-Ostasesk the founder of Hot or Just Me?, a comprehensive online shop and go-to resource for managing perimenopause and menopause. She discusses her journey with perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes, brain fog, anxiety, insomnia, and night sweats which inspired her mission to find a solution.

The site offers a supportive community, ensuring women have everything needed to navigate this transformative stage and feel empowered. She is also the first American woman and Hispanic person to create a Scotch whisky (SIA Scotch Whisky).

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LINKS:
Menopause.org
www.thepauselife.com
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The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver MD
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March 2025 -Know your Numbers Check In

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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Check in time. Write down your numbers (age, blood pressure
cholesterol, weight, height, BMI, body temperature, normal resting heart rate, waist measurement, date of your last physical, date of last colonoscopy, A1C, and ounces or cups of water you drink each day). Listen to the season one show, Know Your Numbers, for more info.

Heart Disease Risk Screening - Piedmont Hospital (Atlanta)
https://www.piedmont.org/heart/services-and-programs/womens-heart/heart-disease-risk-screening
The cost is $99

If you are not in Atlanta, find a screening in your area here: https://careaccess.com.

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Don't be a Fool

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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Scam are everywhere. AI makes our lives easier but it also makes it easier for criminals to scam you. Learn what scams are trending right now and how to protect yourselves and your loved one. If you have an aging parent, this may be a good time to talk with them and start getting their affairs in order (our parents are often the target of many of these scams).

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Let's Get Intimate

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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On this episode we speak with Steph Flood, a licensed marriage and family therapist about reconnecting with your partner and menopause. We discuss low testosterone, eds, and avoiding roommate syndrome with your partner.

This episode is not explicit but it would be awkward to listen with your children or grandkids.

Contact Stephanie Flood for more information about intimacy, courses, or coaching:

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New Year, New Goals

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0500

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How to Make Next Year the Best Year
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Holiday Wishes and favorites

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500

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This episode jump starts the conversation about favorite holiday movies, shows, songs and desserts. What are some of your favorite holiday traditions? Is it time to start some new ones? Joins us on our social media channels to share your holiday traditions and favorites.

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Post Election and Holiday Blues

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:00:00 -0500

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December is here. The election is over and now its time to start planning for the holidays. We all can use some holiday cheer.

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We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more.

Book: The Sum of Us by Heather McGee

Share your holiday recipes and your hits and misses.

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Health and Side Hustles

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:00:00 -0500

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Preventing Falls

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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You have heard of babyproofing a house for babies, well now it’s time to think about “fall” proofing your house to lower the risk of falling. Whether you are “seasoned” or you are a care giver for a loved one, find out some ways to prevent falls in your home.

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Brain Health

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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We discuss ways to minimize your risk of getting dementia. Brain Health is often overlooked but it is a vital part of your overall health.

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Reinvent Yourself

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Fall is here. Many of you are new empty-nesters. This is the perfect time to reinvent yourself.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

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Fall Kick-off finding your new normal

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400

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Congrats to all our new listeners who just dropped their children off at college. You are now an empty nester. How will you fill the your days? Its time to look at your current situation and find may a plan. This is the perfect time to review your health, wealth and activities make changes to enjoy your life.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Book:
Prediabetes: A Complete Guide, Second Edition: Your Lifestyle Reset to Stop Prediabetes and Other Chronic Illnesses by Jill Weisenberger and Dr. David Katz

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Have a safe holiday!

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

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Financial Tips

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Our guest this week is Stefani Whiteside-Antoine, a Retirement Specialist with 300 Financial Group.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

You can contact Stefani to schedule a complimentary analysis.
Stefaniwhiteside.300@gmail.com
323-902-7833

Check out more info from the founder of the 401k, Ted Benna
https://fortune.com/2024/05/02/father-of-the-401k-interview-ted-benna-retirement-disturbed-investment-fees/

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Save More Money

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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This episode discusses ways to spend less money. Spending less of your hard earned money and repurposing items can help you keep more money in your pocket. We have talked about stretching our dollars and will talk about earning more money and starting your side hustle in upcoming shows.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

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Exercise Tips

Tue, 21 May 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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On this episode we reveal a few quick tips to sneak exercise into your day.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

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Stretch Your Dollars

Tue, 07 May 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Shrinkflation is real and the price of everything is going up. Unfortunately, our salaries are the only things NOT going up. We will share a few ways you can save money at home by lowering your bills.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Under Pressure - Is your BP too high or too low

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Being healthy means maintaining a normal blood pressure reading. If you have high or low blood pressure it can put you at risk for many other health conditions.

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We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us info@emptynestsquad.com

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Sleeping Beauty

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Sleep is an important part of your lifestyle. Not getting enough sleep can lead to other health issues. Are you getting enough sleep?

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Family Secrets

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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Family trauma and secrets are what the host uncovers as she helps to clean out her deceased mother's home and face the reality that her mother was not just a normal hoarder.

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Arthritis

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0400

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This episode is a quick health check-in. Do you know exactly what arthritis is and could you have it?

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https://www.verywellhealth.com/does-everyone-develop-osteoarthritis-2552094

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Emotional Spring Cleaning

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 23:00:00 -0500

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Quick check-in as the host begins an emotional spring cleaning of her deceased mother's home.

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Heart Health

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

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On this episode we discuss heart health. Eating right, exercising, and staying connected to others keeps your heart healthy so you can live a long life.

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https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-living

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/heart-disease-prevention/art-20046502

https://www.cnn.com/2019/02/14/health/love-heart-health/index.html

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New Year New You

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

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Happy New Year. We discuss what the show has planned for this year and how you can get involved. What are your goals and dreams for this year.

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Let's Stay Together

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:00:00 -0500

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On this episode, our guest Sharon Baker, a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker discusses the fate of our fictitious couple Denzel and Sharon and what happens if they get divorced.

Branching Out of The Empty Nest is an award winning podcast that explores topics and provides insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us. Email us at info@emptynestsquad.com

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Sharon's books:
We Can Do THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Create Their Perfect Life
We did THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Lived Their Perfect Life
We Can Do THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Create Their Perfect Life: WORKBOOK – YOU Can Do THAT Too?!!!!
Help Me Get My Stuff in Order

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Depression

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 23:00:00 -0500

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The holidays can be depressing for many people. On this episode, we discuss ways to manage stress during the holidays and to help others who are depressed.

Here are some resources if you or someone you love needs help.

Call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or go to the nearest emergency room.

Lifeline Chat (English only) - The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Veterans Crisis Line Use Veterans Crisis Chat - a free, confidential resource that connects veterans 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with a trained responder. The service is available to all veterans and those who support them, even if they are not registered with the VA or enrolled in VA healthcare.

Disaster Distress Helpline Call or text 1-800-985-5990 - provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. The helpline is free, multilingual, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact the safety team(s) at the social media company(ies) - https://988lifeline.org/help-someone-else/safety-and-support-on-social-media/
They will reach out to connect the person with the help they need.

Organizations

Anxiety and Depression Association of America
https://findyourtherapist.adaa.org/

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
https://www.dbsalliance.org/wellness/treatment-options/

Mental Health America
https://www.mhanational.org/finding-therapy

National Alliance on Mental Illness
https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Individuals-with-Mental-Illness/Finding-a-Mental-Health-Professional

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help

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The Gift of Peace

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0500

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We discuss issues and provide tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. On this short episode, we briefly talk about making sure your loved ones are taken care of after you transition. If you don't have a will or burial insurance consider how much it will help them and how you can afford it now.

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Know Your Numbers - Weight Loss Tips

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 23:00:00 -0500

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We are checking in and discussing weight. We recorded our numbers on an earlier episode (age, blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, height, BMI, temperature, normal resting heart rate, waist measurement, date of your last physical, A1C, and ounces or cups of water you drink each day). We reveal some quick and sneaky ways to lose weight including eating less red meat and fewer carbs and using smaller plates.

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Legal Q & A

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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On this episode, we speak with Sharon Baker, a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker.

She is answering legal questions for empty-nesters regarding separation, taking care of aging parents, and estate plans. Sharon is the author of Help Me Get My Stuff In Order.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more.

This episode provides information not advice. Please consult an attorney to discuss your specific situation.

This award-winning podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, having fun, and so much more.

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Sharon Baker
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Help Me Get My Stuff in Order - Sharon Baker

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Relationship Close-up: Denzel and Sharon

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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In this episode, we speak with Sharon Baker, a Legal Life Coach, Attorney, Author, and Speaker. She will be dropping nuggets about your finances and decisions as an empty nester through the fictitious couple Denzel and Sharon.

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Resources:
The Five Love Languages- Gary Chapman

Sharon Baker
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Sharon's books:
We Can Do THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Create Their Perfect Life
We did THAT?!!! Denzel and Sharon Lived Their Perfect Life
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Dating

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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This episode is the kick-off for our discussion about dating. What does it look like on this journey as an empty Nester?

Dating is hard. Whether you are reconnecting with your partner or meeting new people, the rules and the game have changed. We want to know how you date and where you find potential mates. If you are married, how do you stay connected or how did you reconnect with your spouse after the children left?

Share your stories, thoughts, and funny encounters on our socials.

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A Healthier Cookout - Tailgates and Daiquiris

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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It's Fall. That means football games and tailgates. As we focus on living a healthier lifestyle we may need to tweak some habits. Make sure you are practicing proper food safety protocol and making healthier choices at your cookouts. You don't have to give up your beer, wine, or daiquiris but maybe having one less drink is a step in the right direction, or switching to a brand with less sugar. Your body will thank you later if you start making those changes now. Carry your own condiments - Beyonce carries hot sauce in her bag, you can carry sugar-free ketchup in yours. Enjoy the cooler weather, have fun, and live healthily.

For the proper internal cooking temperature for meats check out this info from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/pdfs/Grill-safety-infographic-508c.pdf

For more grilling tips check out the AARP's website:
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2021/grilling-safety.html

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Know Your Numbers

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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As Empty Nesters we are even more focused on our health. Schedule your annual check-up with your doctor.
Record the numbers you get from your labs and on the list below so we can discuss them on future shows.

Age
Quiz
Blood pressure
Cholesterol
Weight
Height
BMI (get from your doctor)
Normal resting heart rate
Waist measurement
Date of your last physical
A1C
Ounces of water you drink each day

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What’s Next This Season?

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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Joins us for a quick recap of what we have discussed and what is yet to come this season.

We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, having fun and so much more.

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Getting Your Parents’ Affairs in Order (Part 6)

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 22:00:00 -0400

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Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Series: Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order - Part 6

This is the final part in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents' affairs in order. In this episode we discuss paying for long-term care with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith.

Branching Out if the Empty Nest discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester (aunties, uncles, cousins, and neighbors are welcome), such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun.

Books: Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances by Cameron Huddleston

Your Story is in Your Hands Nationwide Financial (AARP 2016 study)

Veteran's Affairs
Long-term care coverage for Veterans
877-222-8387

National Council on Aging
The National Council on Aging (NCOA)
https://www.ncoa.org/

benefitscheckup.org
benefitscheckup.gov

AARP - American Association of Retired Persons,
www.aarp.org
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
For caregiving advice and how to get low-cost benefits

2022 - National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers
https://acl.gov/CaregiverStrategy

For more info about info mentioned in this episode contact Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional at 770-885-6329

This episode provides information not advice. Please consult an elder attorney to discuss your specific situation.

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Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order (Part 5)

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 22:00:00 -0400

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This is part five in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order. Raising your parents is hard and there are some difficult conversations we must have with our loved ones. In part five, we discuss how to pay for long-term care with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester (aunties, uncles, cousins, and neighbors are welcome), such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun.

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Book: Your Story is in Your Hands - Nationwide Financial (AARP 2016 study)

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Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order (Part 4)

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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This is part four in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order. Raising your parents is hard and there are some difficult conversations we must have with our loved ones. In part four, we discuss more long-term care strategies with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith. This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester (aunties, uncles, cousins, and neighbors are welcome), such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun. @emptynestsquadwww.emptynestsquad.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynestFor questions and comments email us at Info@emptynestsquad.comBook (mentioned in part 3): Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances by Cameron Huddleston
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Book: Your Story is in Your Hands Nationwide Financial (AARP 2016 study)

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Aging Parents Series Midway Recap

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

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Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order (Part 3)

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 23:00:00 -0400

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Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Series: Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order - Part 3

This is part three in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order. Raising your parents is hard and there are some difficult conversations we must have with our loved ones. In part three, we discuss long-term care strategies with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester (aunties, uncles, cousins, and neighbors are welcome), such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun.

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Book:
Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances by Cameron Huddleston

For more info contact Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional at 770-885-6329

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Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order (Part 2)

Tue, 23 May 2023 19:00:00 -0400

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Taking Care of Your Aging Parents Series: Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order - Part 2

This is part two in our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order. Raising your parents is hard and there are some difficult conversations we must have with our loved ones. In part two, we discuss some aspects of Medicare with retirement specialist, Paulette Smith.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. We discuss issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling, and having fun.

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Resources:
www.medicare.gov
Call 800-772-1213 to order the book

Book:
Medicare and You - 2023 Edition

Medicare
1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227)

For more info contact Paulette J Smith, Financial Services Professional at 770-885-6329

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Episode 5 - Getting Your Parents' Affairs in Order (Part 1)

Tue, 09 May 2023 18:00:00 -0400

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On this episode, we begin our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order. Raising your parents is hard and retirement specialist, Paulette Smith helps us prepare to have some difficult conversations with our loved ones.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, and having fun.

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For more info contact Paulette Smith, Retirement Specialist at 770-885-6239

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Episode 4 - Grief

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 20:00:00 -0400

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The host, Zoana Price opens up about her current unexpected life events. This show is for Empty Nesters to live their best life. Topics we discuss include health, wealth, downsizing, retirement, relationships and taking care of aging parents. In this episode we have a brief overview about raising your parents to prepare us for our our multiple-episode series about getting your parents (and perhaps your own) affairs in order.

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Episode 3 - Parenting Your Parents

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0400

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One of the most difficult tasks on this journey is parenting your parents. As an empty nester, you are familiar with raising a difficult teenager - this is much harder. In this episode, we'll explore a few quick tips to begin this journey. This episode is an introduction to a much deeper dive into this topic.

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Episode 2 - What About Your Friends

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400

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As an Empty Nester, you may experience loneliness and depression. One way to combat some of this loneliness is to make new friends. In this episode find ways to connect and reconnect to people and make new friends.

Our goal is to help you branch out of the empty nest and live your best life.

Branching Out of The Empty Nest is for the seasoned and new Empty Nester. An Empty Nester is anyone who played a significant role in raising a child and now that child is an adult (Aunts, Uncles, Grandparents, Cousins, Godparents, etc.)

We will discuss health, wealth, relationships, pursuing your dreams, retirement, taking care of aging parents, and much more.

Hosted by Zoana Price.

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Branching Out of The Empty Nest - Episode 0

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500

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Branching Out of The Empty Nest is for the seasoned and new Empty Nester. We will discuss health, wealth, relationships, pursuing your dreams, retirement, taking care of aging parents, and much more. Hosted by Zoana Price.

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Episode 1 - Phenomenal Health

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500

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On this episode, we speak with Cheryl Burnside from Phenomenal Women's Health. Phenomenal Women's Health help empower and uplift women and live their best lives.

This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, and having fun.

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For more info about Phenomenal Women’s Health:
https://www.iamphenomenal.org
@iamphenomenal2018

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