Savvy and Seasoned Podcast

Fading Friendships: Does Friendships Have a Season?

We're told that forever is the only measure of a successful relationship, but the truth is that some friendships are seasonal by design. The reality is that honoring the season you had is much healthier than clinging to a connection that no longer has room to grow.

Going No Contact with Toxic Family Members

Do you cut off contact with the important people in your life when they are toxic, do not respect your boundaries, and are causing stress in your life?

The Rise in Grey Divorce

This episode explores the rising trend of "grey divorce", examining why more couples over 50 are choosing to end long - term marriages and how they navigate the unique emotional and financial challenges of starting over later in life.
 

Building Additional Income Streams After 45

In this episode, Deana and Diane explore how women over 45 can create new income streams—whether you're prepping for retirement, navigating life changes, or simply ready to make more money on your own terms. From side hustles to digital products and consulting, we share real ways to build income without burning out.

Episode 6: The Marriage Paradox: Why Women May Thrive Solo

Is marriage really the golden ticket for women over 50? In this episode, we dig into the research that says... maybe not.
Deana and Diane unpack the surprising data behind who benefits most from marriage—and why single women, especially those who’ve never married, often report higher happiness, lower stress, and longer life expectancy. We talk about emotional labor, the invisible weight many wives carry, and what women can do to prioritize their own well-being—whether partnered or not.
This episode isn’t anti-marriage—it’s pro-awareness, pro-choice, and pro-women making decisions that truly serve them. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is this relationship helping me thrive?”—this one’s for you.

Episode 5: Myth #3 – Sexual Activity Is Risky After 50? Think Again!

Get ready, because in this episode of the Savvy & Seasoned Podcast, we’re busting one of the biggest midlife myths out there. The idea that sex after 50 is risky, off-limits, or just plain boring? We’re tossing that out the window. We’re here to talk sizzling truths, real talk, and why intimacy at this stage can be hotter than ever.
Tune in for a lively, no-holds-barred chat that’ll make you rethink everything you thought you knew about midlife connection.

Dating after 50 - Part 2 with Beth Rainey

In part two of our interview with Beth Rainey, she opens up about what dating looks like after 50. She shares the ups and downs, the lessons she has learned, and how she has built confidence along the way.
Her candid perspective is refreshing and relatable, offering both humor and honesty. Whether you’re dating now or just curious about love later in life, this conversation will leave you feeling encouraged

Dating after 50: Guest Beth Rainey

In this candid and refreshingly honest episode of the Savvy & Seasoned Podcast, we welcome our first guest—Beth Rainey—for a real conversation about what dating and intimacy look like after 50. From shifting desires to the joys and challenges of rediscovering yourself in new relationships, we’re holding nothing back.
Beth brings humor, wisdom, and vulnerability to a topic that so many of us think about but rarely talk about out loud. If you've ever wondered, "Is it still possible to date and feel desired at this stage of life?"—this episode is for you.

Can you have it all?

In this episode of the Savvy & Seasoned Podcast, we’re talking about the many hats women wear—mother, wife, boss, caregiver, friend—and how we juggle them all. We explore what “having it all” really means, who defines it, and how to pursue a fulfilling life on your own terms.

Understanding Changes in Physical Intimacy

In this first full episode, we’re getting real about something many women experience but few openly talk about—the shifts in physical intimacy as we age.
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