"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
What’s Next? Conversations with Boomers is a candid, cross-generational dialogue exploring life after the milestones—career shifts, retirement, relationships, family, reinvention, and everything in between. Hosted by Barb Desmarais, a retired family & parenting coach and public speaker, each episode dives into honest stories and lived wisdom from Boomers navigating their “what’s next?” moments, offering insights that resonate across generations. Thoughtful, curious, and sometimes funny, the show bridges perspectives and sparks conversations about how we age, adapt, and continue to dream.
Podcasting since 2021 • 133 episodes
"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
Latest Episodes
A Year in Conversations: Friendships, Relationships, and Lessons Learned--2025 Recap!
In our final episode of 2025, Barb and our producer Mela reflect on the past year's episodes, sharing favorite moments and key insights. Barb reminisces about her favourite guests, and highlighted episode topics such as sustaining friendships i...
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Season 13
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Episode 10
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31:36
When It’s Not the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year”: Navigating Holiday Depression & SAD
While the holiday season is often marketed as the "most wonderful time of the year," the reality for many is a mix of pressure, loneliness, and seasonal depression. In this very special episode, Barb is joined by returning guest and mental heal...
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Season 13
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Episode 9
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40:24
Don’t Ghost Yourself: Boundaries 101
In this latest episode, Barb and Tim dive deep into the often-misunderstood world of boundaries in relationships. From defining what a boundary really is to exploring why so many of us struggle to say “no,” they unpack how healthy boundaries pr...
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Season 13
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Episode 8
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48:57
The Space Between Us: Understanding Avoidant Attachment (Part 2)
In this latest conversation with our favourite Boomers, Barb and Tim revisit the topic of avoidant attachment—why it happens, how it shows up, and what it feels like when you're in a relationship with someone who has it. Building on their previ...
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Season 13
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Episode 7
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53:25
It's not you... it's my attachment style.
In this insightful episode, Barb sits down with our favourite relationship coach Tim Wade to explore the often misunderstood world of Avoidant Attachment. Together, they unpack how this attachment style develops, what it looks lik...
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Season 13
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Episode 6
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47:32
