What does it look like to lead with purpose, advocate for equity, and thrive at 70?

In this episode of Don’t Be Caged By Your Age, I’m joined by Robert Baker, a globally respected DE&I consultant, speaker, coach, and age-positive leader, whose decades-long career continues to inspire change across generations and industries.

After 42 years at Mercer, Robert launched Potentia Talent Consulting, where he delivers powerful keynotes, inclusive leadership coaching, and transformational allyship workshops to organizations worldwide.

At 70, Robert is not only a celebrated pro aging trailblazer - recognized as a Top 50 Gender Equity Trailblazer and Corporate Male Champion of the Year 2024 - he’s also a digital nomad, reverse mentoring advocate, and a champion of intergenerational inclusion.

In this rich and hopeful conversation, we discuss his journey, the power of flexibility in the modern workplace, how AI is shifting workplace dynamics, and how leaders can actively dissolve ageism to build a future that celebrates all generations.

Whether you're over 65 or just planning for your next act, this episode is a joyful invitation to live, lead, and grow on your own terms.

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What happens when you stop bending to other people’s expectations and start honoring your own?

Meet Marilynn Larkin - a 76-year-old journalist, health communicator, certified fitness professional, and the fierce founder of Get UnBent Now.

Marilynn is living proof that aging doesn’t mean slowing down or playing small. In fact, she just competed in her second bodybuilding competition (yes, really!). In this episode, we dive into:
✨ Dissolving the inner scripts that keep us stuck
✨ Why perfectionism is overrated - and how to ditch it
✨ Dynamic posture and reclaiming your physical presence
✨ Facing a cancer diagnosis with clarity, courage, and choice
✨ Saying no to stereotypes and yes to strength, at any age

Whether you're dancing with reinvention or simply sensing there’s more waiting for you, this conversation will remind you: it’s never too late to be the boldest version of yourself.

🔗 Learn more about Marilynn and her work: visit GetUnBent.com and follow her on IG and TikTok via her handle: @getunbentnow

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✨ Break age-related stereotypes
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Ande ♥

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

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What does it look like to stay vibrant, visible, and powerfully creative in your 70s?

I was honored to chat with A’Lelia Bundles - renowned journalist, bestselling author, and great-granddaughter of the unforgettable A’Lelia Walker, a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance.

Her new book, Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance, is more than a biography. It’s a vibrant celebration of a woman who helped shape a cultural revolution. Through storytelling, archival research, and deep ancestral reverence, Bundles brings Walker’s world to life—her salons, her sparkle, and her spirit of joy.

But this episode isn’t just about the past. It’s about how we live with purpose today. A’Lelia shares what it’s like to launch a major book tour in her 70s, travel city to city sharing deeply personal stories, and keep her energy high while honoring a legacy that’s emotional, powerful, and still unfolding.

We also get candid about the realities of aging—especially as a Black woman navigating decades of bias and invisibility. A’Lelia doesn’t hold back: she talks about the pushback, the underestimation, and the moments that demanded resilience and radical self-trust.

What emerges is a joyful, resonant, and wise conversation about owning your age, doing meaningful work, and sharing your truth—without apology.

Highlights from the episode:

• The surprising hustle behind launching Joy Goddess
• Staying emotionally strong while telling a family story in public
• How ageism shows up—and how she rises above it
• The freedom and fire that come with being in your 70s
• Why joy isn’t frivolous—it’s legacy

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone exploring what it means to age with intention, expression, and impact.

👉 Order Joy Goddess here.
👉 Follow A’Lelia Bundles via her website here.

Your story matters. Your joy is powerful. Your age is not a limitation—it’s an asset.

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.

Listener, get ready for a deeply inspiring and eye-opening convo that flips the script on aging.

Our guest is Helen Hirsh Spence - a distinguished educator, thought leader, and unapologetic age equity advocate who's rewriting the narrative around growing older.

After decades of leadership in Canada’s education system, Helen had her own run-in with ageism, and instead of fading quietly into the background, she lit a fire.

That experience sparked her to found Top Sixty Over Sixty, an innovative platform that celebrates the wisdom, resilience, and immense value of older adults in our workplaces and communities.

From her career pivot to her hit 2024 TEDx Talk (over 100K views and counting!), Helen is redefining what it means to age boldly.

We dive into:
💥 Her firsthand experience with ageism and how it galvanized her mission
🧠 Why we need a longevity mindset now more than ever
🤝 The power of intergenerational collaboration and reciprocal mentorship
💼 Why older women in the workplace are still overlooked and how to change that
🌎 The economic and societal upsides of embracing age equity
🗣️ Plus: elder speak, workplace bias, and how we can shift the culture - together.

Helen’s clarity, compassion, and conviction will leave you nodding, cheering, and rethinking everything you thought you knew about aging.

As Helen says: “Age is not a barrier—it’s an asset.” And wow, does she walk that talk.

📌 Links & Resources:
•Learn more about Top Sixty Over Sixty
•Watch Helen’s TEDx Talk: A Longevity Mindset Can Change the World
•Follow Helen on LinkedIn

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.

What if the key to thriving after 60 isn’t about pushing harder... but rebalancing your brain?

In this mind-expanding episode, we're joined by Liam Naden - researcher, teacher, and creator of the Transformative Brain Rebalancing Method - who shares how a total life collapse led him to discover the brain's true power to create a life of clarity, joy, and purpose.

From sailing off the coast of Italy to ditching outdated goal-setting methods, Liam invites us to rethink everything we think we know about success. We talk about embracing your natural instincts, trusting your inner compass, and building loving, drama-free relationships... no matter your age.

✨ This conversation is packed with “aha!” moments, including:

• Why your brain wants you to thrive — if you’ll let it.
• The myth of traditional goal-setting and what to do instead.
• How nature holds the blueprint for your best life.
• The surprising connection between food, fear, and fulfillment.
• And how to live with more peace, purpose, and joy—starting right now.

Whether you’re navigating a new season or craving deeper meaning in midlife and beyond, Liam’s story will inspire you to tune into your brain’s wisdom—and truly thrive.

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Connect with Liam via his Website and LinkedIn.

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.

Please join me for a special Pride Month episode on the Don't Be Caged By Your Age featuring Sadiya Abjani, Director of Training and Instructional Design at SAGE - the country’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ elders.

🏳️‍🌈 As we celebrate Pride, it's vital to honor and uplift the trailblazers who made this movement possible - many of whom now face unique challenges as they age.

From housing discrimination and social isolation to health disparities and lifelong stigma, LGBTQ+ elders deserve our attention, advocacy, and action.

In this live conversation, we explored:
• The specific needs and challenges faced by LGBTQ+ older adults
• How SAGE is creating inclusive programs and policy changes that support this community
• What it means to age with pride, dignity, and visibility
• How allies and advocates can get involved in the work

Sadiya brings deep expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with a passionate commitment to justice for all ages and identities.

Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community, a caregiver, a policymaker, or simply someone who wants to support aging with dignity - this conversation is for you.

Join us and help spread the word - because aging out loud and proud is a liberating act of Pride. 🌈

And visit https://www.sageusa.org to find out how you can help with a donation and/or time.

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 a woman over 60 sees herself - truly sees herself - in a portrait that reflects her power, joy, and wisdom, something shifts. She becomes visible not just to the world, but to herself.” ~ Susie Lang

In this inspiring episode, host Ande Lyons chats with visionary photographer and pro-aging advocate Susie Lang, whose portraits are redefining how we see women over 60.

From her Australian roots to her creative life in New York City, Susie shares the journey that led her to celebrate the wisdom, style, and spirit of women in their Third Act.

Susie’s work is more than photography … it’s a powerful act of visibility and validation. She invites her subjects to show up fully and unapologetically, challenging outdated narratives that keep older women unseen.

With honesty, warmth, and a few behind-the-scenes stories, Susie offers a look into how her lens becomes a tool for self-expression, healing, and deep personal transformation.

Together, Ande and Susie explore what it means to age out loud and proud, how authentic connection creates magic in front of the camera, and why we must keep expanding society’s definition of beauty and worth.

If you’re ready to be inspired and to see aging in a whole new light, this uplifting conversation will leave you smiling, seen, and empowered.

To learn more about Susie's portfolio and services, please visit: susielangphoto.com.

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.

May marked both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to bring attention to a topic we don’t discuss nearly enough: the mental health of older adults.

In this enlightening and essential episode, I’m joined by Dr. Regina Koepp, a Stanford-trained, board-certified Clinical Geropsychologist and founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging.

With decades of experience and a compassionate, insightful approach, Dr. Regina helps us explore the often-overlooked emotional experiences that come with aging.

Together, we chat about:

• How to heal emotional wounds and trauma later in life

• Navigating grief after the loss of a spouse or lifelong friend

• The powerful connection between physical health and mental well-being

• Why older adults deserve - and need - ongoing access to mental health care

• Practical tips and strategies for caregivers and family members

Whether you're supporting a loved one, planning for your own later years, or working with older adults in a professional setting, this episode offers vital insights and compassionate guidance.

About Dr. Regina:
Dr. Koepp is a nationally recognized expert on aging and mental health, featured in The New York Times, AARP, Psychology Today, and NPR. She is the founder of the Center for Mental Health & Aging and is passionate about ensuring older adults receive the mental health support they deserve.

Connect with Dr. Regina:
Website: https://www.mentalhealthandaging.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/regina-koepp/

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

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☕ 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.