The Wisdom Trust Podcast for Gay Men 50+ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:00:05 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2622893 en-ca © 2026 The Wisdom Trust Podcast for Gay Men 50+ yes 7b5567e7-ee32-58af-9198-7b0ea760801b Loren@lorencrawford.com c46c2bb0-68ec-11f1-85e2-e9c631195341 Loren Crawford episodic false The Widsom Podcast is for gay men in the second half of life who are seeking deeper connection, greater purpose, and a stronger sense of belonging.


Through honest conversations, personal stories, and thoughtful discussions, we explore what it means to build a life that feels fully alive after 50.


Together we'll talk about friendship, purpose, wellbeing, spirituality, relationships, personal growth, and navigating life's transitions with wisdom and authenticity.


Whether you're looking for your next chapter, your people, or simply a reminder that you're not alone, you'll find meaningful conversations and practical insights to support your journey.


Because nobody should have to navigate this chapter of life alone.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Loren Crawford Loren@lorencrawford.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/hs3bdz3174ju8ouftfeiw5qh7exs?.jpg The Wisdom Trust Podcast for Gay Men 50+ The Unexpected Freedom of Life After 50 | Liam Ball on Aging, Curiosity & Reinvention The Unexpected Freedom of Life After 50 | Liam Ball on Aging, Curiosity & Reinvention Send us Fan Mail

What if the second half of life isn't about slowing down... but becoming more fully yourself?

In this episode of The Wisdom Trust, Loren Crawford sits down with Liam Ball, a Canadian expat living in Maui, photographer, curiosity junkie, and self-described loving-kindness pilgrim.

Liam shares his journey through career burnout, an unexpected relationship ending, turning 60, and the surprising freedoms that come with aging. Along the way, he explores what it means to let go of old identities, stay curious, build meaningful community, embrace sexuality, and keep reinventing yourself.

This isn't a conversation about decline.

It's a conversation about possibility.

For gay men over 50, questions about purpose, belonging, friendship, visibility, relationships, and aging often become more important than ever. Liam offers a refreshing perspective: maybe this stage of life is less about holding on and more about discovering new ways to live, create, connect, and grow.

If you've been feeling stuck, uncertain, or curious about what's next, this conversation may give you a broader perspective on what's possible.

In This Episode

00:00 Welcome to The Wisdom Trust
 02:00 Leaving a successful career at 31
 05:00 A life-changing relationship ending
 10:30 Freedom, identity, and living on your own terms
 16:00 Returning to your authentic self
 19:00 Partnership vs. independence after 50
 20:30 Sexuality, creativity, and staying playful
 25:00 Health, vitality, and conscious aging
 31:00 Why the world may be kinder than we think
 33:00 Curiosity as a path to purpose
 39:00 Is becoming "invisible" actually liberating?
 43:00 Self-awareness, friendship, and personal growth
 47:00 Creating peace from the inside out

Join The Wisdom Trust Community

The Wisdom Trust is a community for thoughtful gay men over 50 who want deeper connection, meaningful conversations, emotional honesty, and a richer second half of life.

👉 Subscribe for more conversations like this.

#GayMenOver50 #ConsciousAging #ChosenFamily #LifeAfter50 #LGBTQAging #Friendship #Purpose #Community #AgingWell #TheWisdomTrust

Come Meet Your People at The Wisdom Trust:
👉Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-wisdom-trust/about
👉Subscack: https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com
👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWisdomTrust50
👉Web: https://www.thewidsomtrust.com/

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What if the second half of life isn't about slowing down... but becoming more fully yourself?

In this episode of The Wisdom Trust, Loren Crawford sits down with Liam Ball, a Canadian expat living in Maui, photographer, curiosity junkie, and self-described loving-kindness pilgrim.

Liam shares his journey through career burnout, an unexpected relationship ending, turning 60, and the surprising freedoms that come with aging. Along the way, he explores what it means to let go of old identities, stay curious, build meaningful community, embrace sexuality, and keep reinventing yourself.

This isn't a conversation about decline.

It's a conversation about possibility.

For gay men over 50, questions about purpose, belonging, friendship, visibility, relationships, and aging often become more important than ever. Liam offers a refreshing perspective: maybe this stage of life is less about holding on and more about discovering new ways to live, create, connect, and grow.

If you've been feeling stuck, uncertain, or curious about what's next, this conversation may give you a broader perspective on what's possible.

In This Episode

00:00 Welcome to The Wisdom Trust
 02:00 Leaving a successful career at 31
 05:00 A life-changing relationship ending
 10:30 Freedom, identity, and living on your own terms
 16:00 Returning to your authentic self
 19:00 Partnership vs. independence after 50
 20:30 Sexuality, creativity, and staying playful
 25:00 Health, vitality, and conscious aging
 31:00 Why the world may be kinder than we think
 33:00 Curiosity as a path to purpose
 39:00 Is becoming "invisible" actually liberating?
 43:00 Self-awareness, friendship, and personal growth
 47:00 Creating peace from the inside out

Join The Wisdom Trust Community

The Wisdom Trust is a community for thoughtful gay men over 50 who want deeper connection, meaningful conversations, emotional honesty, and a richer second half of life.

👉 Subscribe for more conversations like this.

#GayMenOver50 #ConsciousAging #ChosenFamily #LifeAfter50 #LGBTQAging #Friendship #Purpose #Community #AgingWell #TheWisdomTrust

Come Meet Your People at The Wisdom Trust:
👉Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-wisdom-trust/about
👉Subscack: https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com
👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWisdomTrust50
👉Web: https://www.thewidsomtrust.com/

]]> Loren Crawford Buzzsprout-19306082 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0700 3138 gay men over 50, life after 50, aging as a gay man, gay men and aging, conscious aging, purpose after 50, reinvention after 50, gay community, chosen family, friendship after 50, meaningful relationships, life after retirement, personal growth, emotional 1 2 full false Gay Men Over 50: Why Your Best Years May Still Be Ahead of You Gay Men Over 50: Why Your Best Years May Still Be Ahead of You Send us Fan Mail

Your best years may not be behind you.

For many gay men over 50, life brings unexpected questions.

Who am I now?

Where do I belong?

How do I build deeper friendships, purpose, and community as I age?

In this opening episode of The Wisdom Trust Podcast, Loren Crawford shares his personal journey—from career success and yoga teaching to bankruptcy, reinvention, coaching, and ultimately discovering a deeper calling: creating community for gay men in the second half of life.

This conversation explores loneliness, personal growth, conscious aging, friendship, authenticity, purpose, and why aging can become a springboard into your most meaningful years.

If you're a gay man over 50 looking for deeper connection, chosen family, emotional honesty, and a richer life experience, you're in the right place.

In this episode:

  • Loren's personal story and major life pivots
  • Why loneliness affects so many gay men over 50
  • The importance of community and chosen family
  • Letting go of old expectations
  • Finding purpose after midlife
  • Creating a meaningful next chapter
  • Why aging can become an opportunity for growth

About The Wisdom Trust

The Wisdom Trust is a podcast and community for gay men over 50 who want deeper friendships, greater purpose, emotional connection, and conscious aging.

Join the conversation and become part of a growing community of men creating a richer second half of life together.

👉 Subscribe for future episodes.

👉 Join The Wisdom Trust community:
https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com

#GayMenOver50 #ConsciousAging #ChosenFamily #Loneliness #Midlife #LGBTQCommunity #FriendshipAfter50 #PurposeAfter50 #TheWisdomTrust


Chapters
00:40 Welcome to The Wisdom Trust
01:18 Loren's Journey of Self-Discovery
04:58 Bankruptcy, Reinvention, and Coaching
06:17 Why Community Matters for Gay Men Over 50
09:02 The Vision Behind The Wisdom Trust
13:36 The Freedom to Be Authentic
16:47 Why Your Best Years May Still Be Ahead
19:10 Friendship, Fun, and New Possibilities
23:25 Wisdom, Aging, and Collective Growth
26:28 How to Join The Wisdom Trust

Come Meet Your People at The Wisdom Trust:
👉Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-wisdom-trust/about
👉Subscack: https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com
👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWisdomTrust50
👉Web: https://www.thewidsomtrust.com/

]]> Send us Fan Mail

Your best years may not be behind you.

For many gay men over 50, life brings unexpected questions.

Who am I now?

Where do I belong?

How do I build deeper friendships, purpose, and community as I age?

In this opening episode of The Wisdom Trust Podcast, Loren Crawford shares his personal journey—from career success and yoga teaching to bankruptcy, reinvention, coaching, and ultimately discovering a deeper calling: creating community for gay men in the second half of life.

This conversation explores loneliness, personal growth, conscious aging, friendship, authenticity, purpose, and why aging can become a springboard into your most meaningful years.

If you're a gay man over 50 looking for deeper connection, chosen family, emotional honesty, and a richer life experience, you're in the right place.

In this episode:

  • Loren's personal story and major life pivots
  • Why loneliness affects so many gay men over 50
  • The importance of community and chosen family
  • Letting go of old expectations
  • Finding purpose after midlife
  • Creating a meaningful next chapter
  • Why aging can become an opportunity for growth

About The Wisdom Trust

The Wisdom Trust is a podcast and community for gay men over 50 who want deeper friendships, greater purpose, emotional connection, and conscious aging.

Join the conversation and become part of a growing community of men creating a richer second half of life together.

👉 Subscribe for future episodes.

👉 Join The Wisdom Trust community:
https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com

#GayMenOver50 #ConsciousAging #ChosenFamily #Loneliness #Midlife #LGBTQCommunity #FriendshipAfter50 #PurposeAfter50 #TheWisdomTrust


Chapters
00:40 Welcome to The Wisdom Trust
01:18 Loren's Journey of Self-Discovery
04:58 Bankruptcy, Reinvention, and Coaching
06:17 Why Community Matters for Gay Men Over 50
09:02 The Vision Behind The Wisdom Trust
13:36 The Freedom to Be Authentic
16:47 Why Your Best Years May Still Be Ahead
19:10 Friendship, Fun, and New Possibilities
23:25 Wisdom, Aging, and Collective Growth
26:28 How to Join The Wisdom Trust

Come Meet Your People at The Wisdom Trust:
👉Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-wisdom-trust/about
👉Subscack: https://thewisdomtrust.substack.com
👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWisdomTrust50
👉Web: https://www.thewidsomtrust.com/

]]> https://www.thewidsomtrust.com/ Loren Buzzsprout-19303502 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:00:00 -0700 1765 gay men over 50, gay men and aging, lgbtq seniors, conscious aging, chosen family, gay community, loneliness in gay men, friendship after 50, midlife transition, life after 50, purpose after 50, personal growth, gay men's community, older gay men, lgbtq a 1 1 full false