In this episode I chat with John Jay Wiley, a retired Baltimore police sergeant who reinvented himself as a nationally syndicated broadcaster.

John Jay is the creator and host of Law Enforcement Talk Radio, which is carried on more than 147 AM and FM stations across the country.

John Jay shares his transformative journey — from overcoming personal struggles to finding his voice as a storyteller and advocate for first responders, veterans, and their families.

With honesty and humor, he opens up about building confidence later in life, the lessons he learned from “crashing and burning,” and why mental health matters just as much as physical health.

In our conversation, we cover:

• His path from law enforcement to broadcasting.
• How sobriety reshaped his life and career.
• Why he launched Law Enforcement Talk Radio and how it challenges biased media narratives.
• The routines and practices that support his mental health and resilience.
• Why he sees age and experience as assets, not limitations.
• His advice for thriving after 65 and embracing purpose at any age.

This conversation left me inspired, and I know it will encourage you, too, to see life’s second (or third!) acts as powerful opportunities to grow, serve, and shine.

Listen to Law Enforcement Talk Radio and follow John Jay on LinkedIn.

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Ande ♥

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What does it look like to rebuild your life after homelessness, depression, and loss, while also dissolving the heavy weight of ageism?

At 67, Lori Kirstein is living proof that adversity can be fuel for transformation. Through her Goodbye Good Girl Project, Lori empowers women to ditch the “shoulds,” find their true voice, and step unapologetically into their power.

In our conversation, Lori shares how resilience, authenticity, and feminine leadership helped her not just survive, but thrive. Her story is a powerful reminder that age is never a barrier to success, visibility, or joy.

Connect with Lori:
Email: support@goodbyegoodgirl.com
Website: www.goodbyegoodgirl.com

Tap here for Lori’s digital "quilting bee" for womanpreneurs: Every Thursday at 12:30-1:15PM ET

Tap here for Lori’s free course about The 1% Solution: "Do the Impossible: From Emotional Chains to Empowered CHANGE!

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If you found inspiration from this conversation, please rate, review and share this episode.

I’d love to hear your thoughts, so be sure to hop on over to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or leave a message on the website here.

☕ Love listening to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age? Join the movement to end ageism and celebrate pro-aging!

For just $5 a cup, you can sponsor the podcast and help:
✨ Amplify inspiring voices
✨ Break age-related stereotypes
✨ Reach more listeners worldwide
💻 Visit: Buy Me A Coffee

Every cup makes a difference - thank you! 🧡

Waving from Boston – cheers!

Ande ♥

CONNECT with me online - I'd love to learn how you're shattering ageism!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/
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SPONSORSHIP
If you resonate with the show’s mission of shattering ageism and age-related expectations so folks can thrive after 65, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact through sponsoring the Don’t Be Caged By Your Age podcast – ande@dontbecagedbyyourage.com.

When widowhood meets financial uncertainty, where do you begin?

Meet Debra L. Morrison, a trailblazing financial expert, grief coach, and best-selling author of My Husband Died Now What? A Widow’s Guide to Grief Recovery & Smart Financial Decisions.

Debra empowers widows and women over 65 with smart money strategies to reclaim their confidence, safeguard their future, and embrace the life they deserve. From investment mindset shifts to creating a financial safety net, this conversation is filled with actionable steps to help widows take charge of their money.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ Smart money moves every widow needs to know
✔ How to build financial confidence after loss
✔ Practical strategies for savings and investing wisely
✔ Why financial education is essential self-care
✔ Keys to thriving with joy and purpose after 65

About Debra L. Morrison:
Debra is the Chief Navigational Officer of Women Navigating Finances, LLC and founder of the We Can Do It Women™ Movement. After four decades as a CFP® practitioner, she now guides women as a financial and leadership coach, helping them build intentional wealth and live with confidence. A Certified Grief Coach, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author, Debra has been featured on CNN, ABC, Fox, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, and more.

🌐 Connect with Debra via her website here, and on LinkedIn here.

If you found inspiration from this conversation, please rate, review and share this episode.

I’d love to hear your thoughts, so be sure to hop on over to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or leave a message on the website here.

☕ Love listening to Don’t Be Caged By Your Age? Join the movement to end ageism and celebrate pro-aging!

For just $5 a cup, you can sponsor the podcast and help:
✨ Amplify inspiring voices
✨ Break age-related stereotypes
✨ Reach more listeners worldwide
💻 Visit: Buy Me A Coffee

Every cup makes a difference - thank you! 🧡

Waving from Boston – cheers!

Ande ♥

CONNECT with me online - I'd love to learn how you're shattering ageism!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/
https://www.instagram.com/dontbecagedbyyourage

SPONSORSHIP
If you resonate with the show’s mission of shattering ageism and age-related expectations so folks can thrive after 65, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact through sponsoring the Don’t Be Caged By Your Age podcast – ande@dontbecagedbyyourage.com.