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“Loneliness expresses the pain of being alone, and solitude expresses the glory of being alone.” – Paul Tillich
There is a difference. But for many women, loneliness – not solitude – is what quietly settles in, especially as we age.

In this special episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast, we revisit a powerful conversation about the beauty of belonging and the importance of staying connected in every season of life.

Our guests – co-authors from the Amazon Best Seller Ageless Glamour Girls: Reflections on Aging – share personal reflections on finding community, nurturing meaningful relationships, and building connection later in life.

From in-person gatherings and phone calls to social media, community groups, and even handwritten notes, this episode is a reminder that connection takes many forms – and that reaching out can make all the difference.

If the start of this new year has you longing for deeper connection, this conversation offers reassurance, inspiration, and a gentle reminder: you don’t have to do this season alone.

Guest lineup:

• Melinda Rinzivillo – Public speaker, retreat leader, teacher, independent image consultant, and visionary
• Karen Herlands – Seeker of worldly wisdom with a lifelong Buddhist practice
  Instagram: @herlandshealth
• Cheryl Collier – Storyteller, writer, producer, and media specialist
  Instagram: @cherylbliss630

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What happens when bold, beautiful, brilliant women come together to share their stories? In this special episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls Podcast, we’re sharing a replay of our live virtual meet-and-greet celebrating the launch of Ageless Glamour Girls: Reflections on Aging, the original book released in Dec. 2023. Hosted by Germaine Miller-Summers of HOV, LLC, the conversation features co-authors from Volume 1 – women 50+ reflecting on aging, reinvention, resilience, healing, and becoming. Reach out if you're interested in being featured in Volume 2, due Spring 2026.

Host/Guests: Germaine Miller-Summers: FB - https://www.facebook.com/germainedmiller/. Pat Battle: IG - https://www.instagram.com/patbnbc/?hl=en Dionne Jones: IG - https://www.instagram.com/age_with_vibrancy/?hl=en. Melinda Rinzivillo: FB - https://www.facebook.com/melinda.rinzivillo.5. Lisa Bedian: IG - https://www.instagram.com/lisabedian/
Karen Herlands: IG - https://www.instagram.com/herlandshealth_/
Cheryl Collier: IG - https://www.instagram.com/itscherbliss/ Pat St.Claire: IG - https://www.instagram.com/pat.stclaire/ Maria Gonzalez: FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1600612095 Sandi Badash: IG - https://www.instagram.com/sandibadash/?hl=en
Lynn Venhaus: FB - https://www.facebook.com/lynn.venhaus Ciriaca Yolanda: FB - https://www.facebook.com/yolanda.sabio Leah Irene Victoria: IG - https://www.instagram.com/leahirene7/?hl=en & Marian R. Featherson

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The holidays can magnify everything — joy, grief, loneliness, and pressure. And for many women after 50, this season can feel especially complicated.

In this powerful conversation, Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes sits down with psychologist, author, podcaster, and speaker Dr. Jody Carrington to explore why loneliness feels louder during the holidays — and what actually helps. Together, they unpack the loss of predictable connection, shifting family roles, grief, and the unrealistic expectation that we’re all supposed to feel joyful this time of year.

Dr. Jody shares why humans are biologically wired for connection, the difference between being alone and feeling lonely, and how small, intentional moments of connection can be life-saving — not just during the holidays, but all year long.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, lower the pressure, and remember that connection — not perfection — is what carries us through. CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies!

Biography
Dr. Jody Carrington is a powerhouse speaker and fearless champion for authentic human connection. She is highly sought after for her expertise, energy and genuine approach to helping people solve the most complex human-centred problems. This rapidly disconnected world is leaving so many of us overwhelmed, lonely, and burned out. Dr. Jody boldly believes that all humans have the capacity for good; however, so many of us these days, because of isolation and burnout, have lost access to that good.

Dr. Jody’s work often involves understanding just how we got to this disconnected place, what we need to put the pieces back together, and maybe most importantly, how we collectively do "the work" to find our way back home again when (not if) we lose our way. Her authentic, honest, and often hilarious approach never fails to inspire and motivate audiences.

Dr. Carrington is the founder and principal psychologist at Carrington & Company, she's written three best-selling books, speaks on hundreds of stages globally each year, and hosts the widely celebrated podcast UNLONELY. In this modern world where we look all the time, but we don't see, where we listen but we don't hear, Dr. Jody is clear on one thing: we were never meant to do any of this alone.

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Holiday errands, crowded stores, long lines… and not always a restroom in sight. For millions of women over 50, urinary incontinence can make the season more stressful than joyful. This encore episode revisits an important conversation with Dr. Briana Walton — pelvic health specialist, surgeon, and advocate for women’s intimate wellness. She's also known as "The Vagina Whisperer."

We break down why urinary incontinence becomes more common with age, what’s actually happening in the pelvic floor, and the emotional toll many women quietly carry. Dr. Walton offers practical steps you can take right now, from lifestyle shifts and pelvic floor support to knowing when it’s time to seek professional care.

If you’ve ever dealt with sudden urgency, leakage when you laugh or sneeze, or anxiety about leaving the house… you are not alone — and there are solutions.

CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies.

ABOUT OUR GUEST — Dr. Briana Walton
Dr. Walton has spent nearly 20 years specializing in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. She is passionate about helping women understand their bodies, reclaim their confidence, and access compassionate, evidence-based care. Through the Center for Feminine Wellness and Surgery, she empowers women to address intimate wellness with dignity and confidence.

Learn more:
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RESOURCES
Hopkins Medicine — Urinary Incontinence in Women: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/urinary-incontinence/urinary-incontinence-in-women

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Holiday scams are exploding - and older adults are being targeted more than ever. In this episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast, host Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes sits down with identity theft expert Eva Velasquez, President & CEO of the nonprofit Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) - a well-regarded national organization that provides free, confidential support to identity crime victims - to break down the most common scams hitting women 50+ this season and how to protect your peace.

We cover fake online shopping sites, delivery-text hoaxes, tech-support traps, and the heartbreaking “Grandma, it’s me” emergency scam. Eva also explains the emotional toll these crimes take on older adults, why shame keeps so many victims silent, and the urgent effect of the massive generational wealth transfer that’s drawing scammers directly to older adults.

You’ll learn what to do immediately if something feels “off,” simple steps to safeguard your identity, and where to get free, confidential help if you’ve been targeted. CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies!

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ABOUT OUR GUEST: Eva Velasquez is the President & CEO of the nonprofit Identity Theft Resource Center, which provides free support and guidance to identity crime victims and anyone seeking information on fraud, scams, or data breaches. With more than 30 years of experience in consumer protection, fraud prevention, and victim advocacy, Eva is one of the nation’s most respected voices on identity crime. She has been featured on CBS Mornings, NBC Nightly News, The New York Times, Fortune, NPR, CNBC’s American Greed, and numerous national outlets. Before joining the ITRC, Eva spent over two decades with the San Diego District Attorney’s Office, where she led major initiatives supporting crime victims. She is the recipient of the U.S. Department of Justice National Crime Victim Service Award and the National Consumer League’s Florence Kelley Leadership Award. Eva also serves on multiple advisory boards and regularly briefs federal agencies and policymakers on emerging scam trends and consumer risks.

RESOURCES & LINKS Free ITRC Support: www.idtheftcenter.org
Mastercard “Anatomy of a Scam”: https://www.mastercard.com/us/en/news-and-trends/stories/2025/anatomy-of-a-scam-episode-one.html

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In this special LIVE episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls Podcast that aired Wednesday, we gathered a fabulous panel of women 50+ for a cozy, fun, and delightfully unpredictable pre-Thanksgiving Chatfest. It’s everything we love about sisterhood: food, stories, laughter, wisdom, and the beautiful traditions that shape our lives.

We dive into:
• our must-have Thanksgiving dishes
• treasured family recipes passed down through generations
• kitchen wins… and truly hilarious kitchen fails
• cross-cultural food traditions and memories
• what gratitude looks like at this stage of our lives

From heartfelt memories to laugh-out-loud moments, this episode celebrates the flavors, stories, and connections that make the holiday season warm and meaningful. Come for the recipes and food talk - stay for the joy, wisdom, and real, lived beauty of the ageless-aging journey.

Bold. Beautiful. Brilliant.
Happy Thanksgiving, Luvvies!

GUESTS:

Melinda Rinzivillo, a.k.a. “Sweet Pea,” is an author and retired teacher who believes joy is a choice, even in life’s most challenging seasons. After weathering divorce, she’s embraced a new chapter in Naples, Florida, where she finds happiness in music, dancing, comedy clubs, and her cherished cat, Pumpkin. Rooted in a deep spiritual life, Melinda reflects on her journey with honesty and optimism, inspiring others to live truthfully and joyfully.

At 63, Antoinette Roberson is an Accountant/Project Manager, proud mom to her son Jeremy, and a woman of faith who lives each day as a gift from God. A music lover and dancer, she inspires others with her joy for life. Recently diagnosed with breast cancer, her prayers were answered when follow-up tests showed it was gone - a true testimony of faith and resilience.

Lisa Bedian is an Emmy-winning communicator, long-time Lindenwood University professor, and former CBS sports broadcaster. She has served as Director of Communications for the City of St. Peters for nearly 20 years and volunteers with numerous civic and Armenian community organizations. She lives in St. Charles, Missouri with her husband..

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Women are living longer than ever. But are we living well?

In this encore episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls Podcast, longevity expert and author Maddy Dychtwald explores how women can expand not just their lifespan but their healthspan and brainspan.

Co-founder of Age Wave and author of the national bestseller Ageless Aging: A Woman’s Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan, Maddy shares powerful insights from decades of research on longevity, aging, and wellness.

We discuss what it really means to live longer and better, how women can make the most of their extra years, and why the “longevity revolution” belongs to us.

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Maddy Dychtwald is a nationally recognized longevity expert, author, and co-founder of Age Wave, a global leader in researching the impact of aging on our society, workplace, and marketplace. Named by Forbes as one of the Top 50 Female Futurists in the World, she has spent nearly four decades exploring how longer lives are reshaping every aspect of our world.

Maddy is the author of four books, including the national bestseller Ageless Aging: A Woman’s Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan. Through her work with Age Wave, she has collaborated with more than half of the Fortune 500 and led landmark studies on longevity, women’s wellness, and financial empowerment.

Her insights have appeared in major outlets such as Forbes, Fortune, TIME, CNBC, and NPR. Maddy is also co-founder of Women Against Alzheimer’s and a lead partner in Portfolia’s Active Aging and Longevity Fund.

Married for more than forty years, Maddy continues to practice what she preaches—exploring ways to extend her own healthspan, brainspan, and lifespan while enjoying life with her family and grand-dog.

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It's a familiar scene - a barrage of medical bills seemingly taking over your life. They're the #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy in America, but they don’t have to crush you. Let’s be real - medical bills can feel completely overwhelming. They pile up fast, they’re confusing, and before you know it, you’re wondering how something meant to help you heal could leave you financially strapped. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington joins the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast to help us understand how to take back control. Dr. Virgie is an internal medicine physician, former health insurance executive, and medical financial justice expert who’s on a mission to protect people from being buried by medical debt. She also shares why nearly 80% of medical bills contain errors, and what you can do to catch them before they cost you.

And let’s face it — as we get older, keeping an eye on our finances and health expenses becomes even more important. But all is not lost. Be prepared to learn how to spot billing errors, negotiate medical bills, and avoid debt traps that hit women 50+ the hardest. This episode reminds us that knowledge is power, and every woman deserves to feel secure, informed, and in control of her care.

In this episode: *The truth about why medical debt happens and how to fight back *How to read those confusing billing codes *What to do before you pay any medical bill *How unpaid medical debt affects your credit (and what’s changing!) *The resources and organizations that can help you advocate for yourself If you’ve ever opened a medical bill and felt a knot in your stomach, this episode is for you. Dr. Virgie helps us all breathe a little easier.

*******Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington is an internal medicine physician, former health insurance executive, and nationally recognized medical financial justice advocate. She’s the principal of Crush Medical Debt and MedicalBillRelief.com, organizations devoted to helping the 100 million + Americans struggling with the nation’s #1 cause of debt and bankruptcy — medical bills. After more than 20 years in primary-care and psychiatric practice, Dr. Virgie now uses her insider expertise to teach patients how to protect themselves and their loved ones from financial devastation. She’s the author of “What Your Doctor Wants You to Know to Crush Medical Debt” and leads the American Society of Certified Medical Billing Advocates (ASCMBA), training advocates to help people fight back against surprise and predatory medical bills.

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