"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
Barb Desmarais, a baby boomer, interviews guests for lively, light hearted conversations to discuss 'what's next?' now that our kids have grown, and many of us are retired or moving in that direction. We're traveling, engaging in new hobbies, some are learning a new language, and some of us are back on the dating scene. Also, what is it like being a grandparent? All of this and more on "What's Next? Conversations with Boomers.
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Podcasting since 2021 • 122 episodes
"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
Latest Episodes
Love or Lies? Spotting Online Dating Scammers
In this week’s episode, Barb takes a break from guests and sits down with her producer, Mela, for a candid chat about one of the worst parts of online dating: scammers. From fake profiles and too-good-to-be-true stories to the subtle red flags ...
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Season 12
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Episode 9
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36:53
What's next....after betrayal? The Journey of Healing with Jackie Adams
In this week's episode, Barb welcomes back special guest and mental health professional Jackie Adams for a heartfelt continuation of their discussion on betrayal. This time, Jackie opens up about her own healing journey—sharing personal insight...
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Season 12
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Episode 8
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42:58
Buy yourself flowers! Finding Joy in 2025
In an age that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, how do we stay grounded and connected to what truly matters? This week, we welcome back our beloved podcast regular, Denise Torgerson, for a heartwarming conversation about rediscovering jo...
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Season 12
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Episode 7
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48:42
From Betrayal to Breakthrough: Trust, Trauma, and the Long Road Back with Jackie Adams
In this deeply personal and moving episode, Barb sits down with mental health and marriage counsellor Jackie Adams, who opens up about the most devastating chapter of her life: betrayal. After 32 years of marriage, Jackie’s husband revealed a p...
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Season 12
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Episode 6
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50:21
Stronger with Age: Strength Training for Boomers with Caylee Alzner
In this energizing episode, Barb welcomes certified personal trainer and strength coach Caylee Alzner to talk about one of the most powerful tools for healthy aging: strength training. Caylee breaks down the myths around lifting w...
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Season 12
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Episode 5
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44:18