Real Talk After 50 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:53:46 -0400 https://realtalkafter50.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Real Talk After 50 yes Support this Podcast c4e2459c-4ded-5fde-a01d-22d448fdd4fd episodic true Real Talk Over 50 is a podcast where two moms share honest, unfiltered conversations about real life after 50. We talk about everything—aging, parenting adult children, changing relationships, mental health, starting over, and finding joy in unexpected places.


This isn’t about pretending to have it all figured out. It’s about showing up, being real, and connecting over the experiences that shape us in this season of life.


If you’re navigating big transitions, asking new questions, or just need a space where you feel seen—you’re in the right place.


Pull up a chair. Let’s have the kind of conversations we all need, but don’t hear enough.


Real stories. Real laughs. Real Talk.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) https://storage.buzzsprout.com/tue1y04h9e5y48912leu8p80wxah?.jpg Real Talk After 50 Friendship After 50: Ride-or-Die, Funeral Planners & Full-Time Lifelines Friendship After 50: Ride-or-Die, Funeral Planners & Full-Time Lifelines In this episode of Real Talk After 50, we get real about the friendships that actually matter—the ones that grow with you, challenge you, and don’t flinch when you say, “Hey, if I die first, you’re in charge of the playlist.”

We talk about supporting each other through chaos, cheering on questionable decisions, sharing emergency contacts (because yes, we have each other’s kids’ numbers), and planning each other’s funerals with equal parts love and sarcasm.

This one’s for the friends who stick around when life gets weird, hard, or hilarious—and who aren’t afraid to call you out when needed.

👯‍♀️ Tag your ride-or-die in the comments and tell them you’ve got the funeral snacks covered.

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]]> In this episode of Real Talk After 50, we get real about the friendships that actually matter—the ones that grow with you, challenge you, and don’t flinch when you say, “Hey, if I die first, you’re in charge of the playlist.”

We talk about supporting each other through chaos, cheering on questionable decisions, sharing emergency contacts (because yes, we have each other’s kids’ numbers), and planning each other’s funerals with equal parts love and sarcasm.

This one’s for the friends who stick around when life gets weird, hard, or hilarious—and who aren’t afraid to call you out when needed.

👯‍♀️ Tag your ride-or-die in the comments and tell them you’ve got the funeral snacks covered.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17534377 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1223 full false Laugh, Swear, Survive: Why Humor Is the Real Therapy Laugh, Swear, Survive: Why Humor Is the Real Therapy In this episode of Real Talk After 50, we’re diving into the power of laughter—especially the kind that comes with a side of sarcasm and a well-timed F-bomb. We explore why giving your friends a hard time (with love, of course) is actually good for your health, how cussing is linked to intelligence, and why laughter might just be the best way to get through life’s messiest moments.

Because when life gets hard, sometimes all you can do is laugh…and maybe swear a little. Or a lot. No judgment here.

💬 Join the conversation and tell us: what’s the funniest thing that got you through a tough time?

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]]> In this episode of Real Talk After 50, we’re diving into the power of laughter—especially the kind that comes with a side of sarcasm and a well-timed F-bomb. We explore why giving your friends a hard time (with love, of course) is actually good for your health, how cussing is linked to intelligence, and why laughter might just be the best way to get through life’s messiest moments.

Because when life gets hard, sometimes all you can do is laugh…and maybe swear a little. Or a lot. No judgment here.

💬 Join the conversation and tell us: what’s the funniest thing that got you through a tough time?

Support the show

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]]> Buzzsprout-17534338 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 928 full true Divorce Over 50: Rediscovering Who We Are (Do I even like pork chops?) Divorce Over 50: Rediscovering Who We Are (Do I even like pork chops?) What happens when you suddenly get to make all your own decisions—but realize you don’t even know what you want for dinner? In this episode, we talk about the emotional (and practical!) journey of navigating divorce after years of putting everyone else first.

We explore:

* The awkward freedom of making choices again
* Letting go of guilt and learning to center ourselves
* The hilarious confusion of not knowing our own preferences
* Moving from victimhood to gratitude and self-trust

This is for anyone who’s had to rebuild, re-identify, or reheat leftovers they didn’t even like. We’re not therapists—we’re two women over 50 figuring it out in real time, and sharing the mess and the meaning with you.

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]]> What happens when you suddenly get to make all your own decisions—but realize you don’t even know what you want for dinner? In this episode, we talk about the emotional (and practical!) journey of navigating divorce after years of putting everyone else first.

We explore:

* The awkward freedom of making choices again
* Letting go of guilt and learning to center ourselves
* The hilarious confusion of not knowing our own preferences
* Moving from victimhood to gratitude and self-trust

This is for anyone who’s had to rebuild, re-identify, or reheat leftovers they didn’t even like. We’re not therapists—we’re two women over 50 figuring it out in real time, and sharing the mess and the meaning with you.

Support the show

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]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17415170 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1074 full false Retirement: What We Got Wrong & What Still Keeps Us Up! Retirement: What We Got Wrong & What Still Keeps Us Up! Retirement isn't all sunsets and savings accounts—especially when you’re over 50, single, and still figuring it out. In this episode, we open up about the stress, surprises, and regrets we’ve faced while thinking about retirement.

We talk about:
What we should have done differently
Fears of being a burden to our kids
Financial uncertainty and emotional readiness
Why it’s never too late to reset your plans
If you’ve ever felt behind or unsure about the future, you’re not alone. We’re not experts—we’re just honest women with life experience and a lot of opinions.

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]]> Retirement isn't all sunsets and savings accounts—especially when you’re over 50, single, and still figuring it out. In this episode, we open up about the stress, surprises, and regrets we’ve faced while thinking about retirement.

We talk about:
What we should have done differently
Fears of being a burden to our kids
Financial uncertainty and emotional readiness
Why it’s never too late to reset your plans
If you’ve ever felt behind or unsure about the future, you’re not alone. We’re not experts—we’re just honest women with life experience and a lot of opinions.

Support the show

https://youtube.com/@realtalkafter50?si=5QQdEL2n6CQi-KDr

]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17415010 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1069 full false Too Much Therapy? Not Enough? Mental Health After 50 Too Much Therapy? Not Enough? Mental Health After 50 In this episode, we open up about the real, often complicated relationship we have with mental health and therapy. One of us is navigating moderate depression with years of counseling under her belt, while the other is living with unmedicated ADHD—wondering if she should finally make that call.

We talk candidly about what it means to live in a world that still shames emotional struggles, especially for women over 50. From feeling like “too much” to wondering if we’re “not doing enough,” we unpack the invisible pressure to “hold it together” and why that’s so exhausting.

This conversation is about normalizing mental health, challenging stigma, and reminding you that you’re not alone. Whether you’re in therapy, resisting it, or somewhere in between, we hope this gives you permission to feel what you feel—and reach out when you need support.

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]]> In this episode, we open up about the real, often complicated relationship we have with mental health and therapy. One of us is navigating moderate depression with years of counseling under her belt, while the other is living with unmedicated ADHD—wondering if she should finally make that call.

We talk candidly about what it means to live in a world that still shames emotional struggles, especially for women over 50. From feeling like “too much” to wondering if we’re “not doing enough,” we unpack the invisible pressure to “hold it together” and why that’s so exhausting.

This conversation is about normalizing mental health, challenging stigma, and reminding you that you’re not alone. Whether you’re in therapy, resisting it, or somewhere in between, we hope this gives you permission to feel what you feel—and reach out when you need support.

Support the show

https://youtube.com/@realtalkafter50?si=5QQdEL2n6CQi-KDr

]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17414973 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1173 full false Lonely vs. Alone: Finding Real Connection After 50 Lonely vs. Alone: Finding Real Connection After 50 In this episode of Real Talk Over 50, we explore the powerful difference between being alone and feeling lonely—and why that matters more than ever as we age.

We dive into how intentional connection—with people, communities, and even pets—can dramatically improve your emotional and mental well-being. Whether you’re navigating life solo or feeling disconnected in a crowd, this conversation offers comfort, insight, and encouragement.

💬 We talk about:
 • Why loneliness isn’t the same as being alone
 • How friendships evolve after 50
 • The surprising benefits of adopting a pet
 • Simple ways to build meaningful connections now

📣 Let’s normalize this conversation and support one another in creating fuller, connected lives. You’re not alone.

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]]> In this episode of Real Talk Over 50, we explore the powerful difference between being alone and feeling lonely—and why that matters more than ever as we age.

We dive into how intentional connection—with people, communities, and even pets—can dramatically improve your emotional and mental well-being. Whether you’re navigating life solo or feeling disconnected in a crowd, this conversation offers comfort, insight, and encouragement.

💬 We talk about:
 • Why loneliness isn’t the same as being alone
 • How friendships evolve after 50
 • The surprising benefits of adopting a pet
 • Simple ways to build meaningful connections now

📣 Let’s normalize this conversation and support one another in creating fuller, connected lives. You’re not alone.

Support the show

https://youtube.com/@realtalkafter50?si=5QQdEL2n6CQi-KDr

]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17414941 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 717 full false Body Image After 50: Learning to See Ourselves Again Body Image After 50: Learning to See Ourselves Again In this episode, we’re talking body image—how it’s shaped us, how we’ve battled it, and how we’re finally learning to see ourselves with more kindness after 50.

We unpack the silent pressures we’ve carried since girlhood: the shame, comparison, diets, media messages, and all the unspoken rules about what a woman’s body “should” look like. We get real about how these ideas don’t just vanish with age—they evolve, they linger, and sometimes they hit even harder.

But we also share how we’re challenging those old beliefs, how we’re learning to rewrite the script, and how we’re starting to speak to our bodies with respect instead of resentment.

This isn’t a how-to. It’s a how-we’re-trying. And maybe, how we all begin to heal—together. 

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]]> In this episode, we’re talking body image—how it’s shaped us, how we’ve battled it, and how we’re finally learning to see ourselves with more kindness after 50.

We unpack the silent pressures we’ve carried since girlhood: the shame, comparison, diets, media messages, and all the unspoken rules about what a woman’s body “should” look like. We get real about how these ideas don’t just vanish with age—they evolve, they linger, and sometimes they hit even harder.

But we also share how we’re challenging those old beliefs, how we’re learning to rewrite the script, and how we’re starting to speak to our bodies with respect instead of resentment.

This isn’t a how-to. It’s a how-we’re-trying. And maybe, how we all begin to heal—together. 

Support the show

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]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17414860 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 630 full false Letting Go: When relationship no longer fit Letting Go: When relationship no longer fit Some relationships aren’t meant to last forever—and that’s okay.

In this episode, we talk about the emotional weight of holding on to friendships or connections that no longer serve us. Whether it’s outgrown bonds, toxic dynamics, or simply the natural shift that comes with life’s different seasons, we explore why letting go can be one of the healthiest decisions we make.

We share personal stories, the guilt we’ve wrestled with, and the freedom that comes with releasing what no longer fits. Because just knowing someone a long time doesn’t mean you owe them your peace.

This conversation is a gentle reminder: It’s okay to evolve. It’s okay to say goodbye. And it’s more than okay to prioritize your well-being.

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]]> Some relationships aren’t meant to last forever—and that’s okay.

In this episode, we talk about the emotional weight of holding on to friendships or connections that no longer serve us. Whether it’s outgrown bonds, toxic dynamics, or simply the natural shift that comes with life’s different seasons, we explore why letting go can be one of the healthiest decisions we make.

We share personal stories, the guilt we’ve wrestled with, and the freedom that comes with releasing what no longer fits. Because just knowing someone a long time doesn’t mean you owe them your peace.

This conversation is a gentle reminder: It’s okay to evolve. It’s okay to say goodbye. And it’s more than okay to prioritize your well-being.

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]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17414821 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 720 full false Boundaries After 50: What We’ve Learned (the hard way!) Boundaries After 50: What We’ve Learned (the hard way!) In our very first episode, we dive into the messy, funny, and sometimes painful truth about setting (and failing to set) boundaries—especially as women over 50. From parenting adult kids to dating and friendships, we talk about where we went wrong, what we’re still figuring out, and why boundaries matter more than ever.

This is real talk from two single moms who’ve lived it, laughed about it, and are ready to share what we wish we knew sooner.

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]]> In our very first episode, we dive into the messy, funny, and sometimes painful truth about setting (and failing to set) boundaries—especially as women over 50. From parenting adult kids to dating and friendships, we talk about where we went wrong, what we’re still figuring out, and why boundaries matter more than ever.

This is real talk from two single moms who’ve lived it, laughed about it, and are ready to share what we wish we knew sooner.

Support the show

https://youtube.com/@realtalkafter50?si=5QQdEL2n6CQi-KDr

]]> LoriTami Buzzsprout-17415126 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 708 full false