"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.
"What's Next? Conversations with Boomers"
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In this episode, Barb and podcast regular, Tim Wade, dive into a topic that many find challenging: maintaining platonic relationships with ex-lovers. Can Boomers, who have weathered decades of change in their personal lives and societal norms, successfully navigate friendship with someone they once loved romantically? Whether you're curious about reconnecting with an old flame or simply interested in the dynamics of post-romantic relationships, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of what it means to redefine love and friendship in later life.
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