Midlife Mixtape

“That next first step”: FeedOurDemocracy.com co-founders Isabel Kallman and Jeannine Harvey on the need for civic and civil engagement, the power of scale, and how all those years of therapy finally pay off at midlife. The post Ep 30 Democracy Defenders Isabel Kallman and Jeannine Harvey appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“My time to call them out:” Award winning humorist Wendi Aarons on the power of protest humor, her admiration for the next generation’s ability to speak up, and her nascent career as a Barry Manilow fanfic writer. The post Ep 29 Humorist Wendi Aarons appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“I really stand by my work”: Bestselling author and journalist Peggy Orenstein on three decades of covering issues affecting girls and women, the persistence of the assault on women’s rights, and her curious predilection for offbeat adventure travel. The post Ep 28 Feminist Writer Peggy Orenstein appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Trusting my special sauce”: Grief and empathy specialist Dr. Kelsey Crowe on concrete ways to convert compassion to action, seeking joy in midlife grief, and outgrowing her own fear of making mistakes when loved ones undergo difficult times. The post Ep 27 Empathy Expert Dr. Kelsey Crowe appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“My voice is worth hearing”: Journalist Jennifer Mendelsohn on turning her genealogy hobby into a powerful means of combating disinformation, her midlife confidence, and that time she was Mariah Carey’s backup singer at summer camp. The post Ep 26 Resistance Genealogist Jennifer Mendelsohn appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It’s ok to say no:” Bay Area hip hop legend Corey Action on the power of putting your wishes into the Universe, working with the next generation of hip hop activists, and freestyling through unexpected midlife transitions. The post Ep 25 Hip Hop Choreographer Corey Action appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“This weird zig-zagging mishmash:” Custom embroidery designer Kathie Sever on being grateful for her circuitous life path, the sustainability trade off between customization and efficiency, and how craft keeps the humanity in a digital world. Kathie’s custom and camp garment company, Ft. Lonesome Ft Lonesome on Instagram One performer who probably gets a nice discount […] The post Ep 24 Chainstitch Wrangler Kathie Sever appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“I really like to be scared:” The Go-Go’s bassist Kathy Valentine on the band’s legacy and upcoming “Head Over Heels” musical, her thirst for lifelong learning, and the magic that comes from following those interests that tug at your heart. Kathy’s website – including links to her latest solo work Head Over Heels musical – […] The post Ep 23 Musician Kathy Valentine appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Turn that creativity wheel:” Decluttering expert Dana White unpacks why less stuff means more creativity, how GenXers can help downsizing parents and kids leaving home, and the challenges and payoffs of living in the now. Dana’s site, A Slob Comes Clean A Slob Comes Clean podcast and DeclutterTV Enter for your chance to win a […] The post Ep 22 Decluttering Expert Dana White appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Reach over the divide”: Sera Bonds, founder/CEO of Circle of Health International (COHI,) talks about the power of transformative conversation, inherent racism in poverty work, and her changing definition of success at midlife. The post Ep 21 Maternal Health Advocate Sera Bonds appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Know your worth:” In this year-end supersize episode, Amber Buist, manager of indie-folk sensations The Accidentals, talks generosity and serendipity on tour with the band. Plus updates and musical surprises to wrap up 2017! The Accidentals website/store Valslist.com The Accidentals Tour Diary – fun insider’s look at life on the road, written by the band […] The post Ep 20 Band Manager Amber Buist appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It starts with compassion:” Katrina Alcorn, author of “Maxed Out: American Moms on the Brink,” on structural changes needed to help GenX women at the breaking point, a reminder that change is inevitable, and her rocker flock of urban chickens. The post Ep 19 “Maxed Out” author Katrina Alcorn appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Not the secondary characters”: CEO of Spotlight: Girls, Lynn Johnson, on how the theater camp she co-founded to help put girls’ stories center stage is going nationwide, her midlife leadership shift, and a concert that was even cooler in retrospect. The post Ep 18 Girl Advocate Lynn Johnson appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Enough sky for everyone:” Travel writer and editor Lavinia Spalding on why taking a writer’s perspective can make you a better traveler, the importance of keeping journals, and the virtues of karaoke diplomacy. Lavinia’s website “How Korean Karaoke Changed My Life” Best Women’s Travel Writing anthology Volume 11 Lavinia’s TedX talk “To the One Who […] The post Ep 17 Travel Writer Lavinia Spalding appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“An infinite number of hobbies”: Author and polymath Neal Pollack on his father/son educational podcast from Audible called “Extra Credit,” how to be a cool dad of a teen (hint: ignore the teen’s opinion,) and poker’s power to unite. Neal’s website Follow Neal on Twitter and Instagram Extra Credit from Audible.com Neal’s interview on The […] The post Ep 16 Author Neal Pollack appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Take a seat within your soul”: Makeup artist, esthetician, and entrepreneur Aliesh Pierce talks about her early career in music videos, midlife as a time to turn inward, and what made her cry when she met the Obama family. Bonus: ode to skin masks! The post Ep 15 Celebrity Makeup Artist Aliesh Pierce appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Meet people where they are”: Environmental entrepreneur Jeff Kirschner on how his Litterati project grew from an Instagram photo of a cigarette butt to a global community clean-up, and how data (and vanilla creme cookies) can drive sustainability. The post Ep 14 Environmental Entrepreneur Jeff Kirschner appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Something that’s born in us”: DJ Misbehaviour on the reaction she gets as a white, middle-aged woman dropping sizzling hip hop beats, the method to her vinyl-filing madness, and the beauty of human connection on the dance floor. The post Ep 13 DJ Misbehaviour appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“Disproving them by your actions”: Military hero/progressive Congressional candidate Major Mary Jennings “MJ” Hegar on her role in opening jobs for women in the military, her decision to run for office, and life as a Warrior Mom. The post Ep 12 Major Mary Jennings “MJ” Hegar appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .

“It’s always in the hips:” NPR music critic Ann Powers discusses her latest book, “Good Booty: Love and Sex, Black and White, Rock and Roll in American Music,” why we need women at the center of “Best of” music lists, and her ear plug hindsights. The post Ep 11 NPR Music Critic Ann Powers appeared first on Midlife Mixtape .