Reinvention Rebels

Wendy Battles
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🔥 Bold Women. Big Dreams. Zero Apologies. 🔥 Hey you — yes, you! The midlife (or better) woman wondering: Is this all there is? Spoiler alert: It’s not. You can be the architect of your life. Welcome to Reinvention Rebels, the podcast where women 50–90+ kick doubt to the curb, chase big dreams, and prove it’s never too late to shake things up. I’m your host, Wendy Battles — cybersecurity geek by day, midlife reinvention architect by night. It took me 54 years to find my fire, and now I’m here to help you light yours. Every week, you’ll meet badass women who have become the architects of their life, rewriting the midlife rulebook — running marathons at 72, starting businesses, embracing their silver hair, finding love, or finally doing that thing they’ve always wanted. Ready to stop waiting and start reinventing?  Your inner Reinvention Rebel is calling. It's time to consciously design the midlife you want to live. Let's go! 🎧 Tune in: www.reinventionrebels.com  🎁 Snag your FREE guide → 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife: https://reinventionrebels.com/100/

  1. 1D AGO

    If This Holiday Season Feels Tender, You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Permission to Be Where You Are

    🌿 Episode Description Not every holiday season feels joyful — and that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. In this gentle solo episode, I share a heartfelt reflection for anyone moving through a tender, heavy, or quieter-than-expected holiday season. This is an invitation to slow down, lower expectations, and allow yourself to be exactly where you are — without guilt, explanation, or pressure to perform joy. If you’re craving reassurance, softness, and permission to simply be, this episode is for you. 🌿 Show Notes  The holidays are often filled with expectations — to feel joyful, grateful, connected, and festive. But what if this season feels tender instead? In this solo episode, I’m sharing a compassionate reflection for anyone navigating a quieter, heavier, or more complex holiday season. I talk about how midlife reinvention doesn’t always look bold or loud — sometimes it looks like pausing, allowing, and sitting gently with what is. This episode isn’t about fixing anything or pushing through. It’s about permission. In this episode, I explore: Why tenderness during the holidays doesn’t mean you’re failingHow midlife holidays can carry unexpected complexityLetting go of performative joy and unrealistic expectationsChoosing kindness, softness, and rest instead of pushingHow reinvention can unfold quietly through pause and reflectionI also shine a light on the Ageless Traveler podcast, which celebrates women who continue to explore, adventure, and discover what’s possible at every age. If this season finds you feeling unsure, reflective, or in need of gentleness, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone — and you’re exactly where you need to be. 🎧 Listen, pause, and take what you need. Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    15 min
  2. Reinventing at 56: How Yvonne Marchese Turned Playfulness Into Her Midlife Superpower

    DEC 11

    Reinventing at 56: How Yvonne Marchese Turned Playfulness Into Her Midlife Superpower

    At 48, breaking up with her snooze button sparked a major shift for Yvonne Marchese. What began as one small change opened the door to reconnecting with herself, challenging ageist beliefs, and rediscovering what is possible in midlife. Now at 56, she lives a joyful, multi-passionate life shaped by curiosity, play, and purpose. Her story is a powerful reminder that tiny steps can unlock your midlife superpower.  ✨ Episode Highlights This week on Reinvention Rebels, I’m celebrating the power of small steps, brave choices, and the unexpected sparks that set midlife reinvention in motion. At 48, Yvonne Marchese was feeling stuck, exhausted, and overwhelmed by the daily grind. Hitting snooze had become a ritual — until one morning she realized something had to change. That tiny shift of getting up when the alarm rang became the first domino in a much bigger personal awakening. Today, at 56, Yvonne is an author, speaker, photographer, and host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast. She is also the creator of the Age Agitators Club and a passionate advocate for seeing midlife as a playground, not a decline. Her journey is a beautiful example of how purpose, playfulness, and self-trust can become a midlife superpower. In this candid and joyful conversation, Yvonne opens up about redefining aging, embracing imperfection, and giving herself permission to be a beginner — again and again. In this episode, you’ll hear: How ditching the snooze button at 48 sparked Yvonne’s reinventionThe moment she realized her ageist beliefs were holding her backWhy she believes aging can be playful, creative, and liberatingThe importance of asking for help, community, and doing it imperfectlyHow curiosity, consistency, and baby steps became her midlife momentumConnect with Yvonne Marchese: Website: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/Instagram: @latebloomerliving🎁 Free GiftIf this episode inspired you to explore your own possibilities, download my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It is filled with simple, meaningful ideas to help you start betting on yourself in new ways. 👉 Check out my friend Adriene Berg's podcast, The Ageless Traveler, to discover enticing locations, luxury travel for less, grandparent and solo travel, adventure itineraries, and meet the people who make travel easy. Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    38 min
  3. The Midlife Gratitude Reset: 3 Ways to Break Through Stuckness This Thanksgiving

    NOV 25

    The Midlife Gratitude Reset: 3 Ways to Break Through Stuckness This Thanksgiving

    A Thanksgiving re-release with fresh perspective. In this episode, I explore how gratitude, midlife reinvention, and the lessons we gain from failure, wisdom, and support systems can help us move through midlife stuckness and reconnect with clarity, purpose, and possibility. The Midlife Gratitude Reset: 3 Ways to Break Through Stuckness This Thanksgiving I'm bringing back a deeply meaningful episode that feels especially powerful during Thanksgiving week. If you are carrying midlife overwhelm, uncertainty, or a sense of stuckness, this is for you. Here is what I know.  You can be grateful and confused.  Grateful and unsure.  Grateful and still figuring it out.  And yet, gratitude has a way of clearing space for clarity, confidence, and bold possibility in midlife reinvention. In this solo episode, I share three ways gratitude can help you get unstuck, shift your mindset, and reconnect with your midlife purpose. In This Episode, I Explore: How midlife failures can become catalysts for growthWhy the wisdom we gain from lived experience is worth celebratingHow our support systems remind us we do not have to do this aloneWhy gratitude sparks midlife curiositySimple prompts that open the door to new reinvention possibilitiesThis is not a fluffy gratitude pep talk. It's a grounded and honest reflection on how the hardest parts of midlife often lead us exactly where we are meant to go. If you want a moment to breathe and reset during the holiday season, this episode will meet you right where you are. Free Gift to Support Your Reinvention Journey Download 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife, a free guide filled with ideas, sparks, and micro-movements to help you build momentum and explore what is next. Podcast Spotlight: Wisdom at Work I also want to highlight a beautiful podcast hosted by my friend Ilana Landsberg-Lewis: Wisdom at Work: Older Women, Elderwomen, and Grandmothers on the Move! It features inspiring global conversations with older women activists and artists sharing creativity, courage, purpose, and wisdom. Find it wherever you listen or visit wisdomatworkpodcast.com If This Episode Resonates Share it with a friend who may need a gentle reminder that gratitude, growth, and midlife reinvention are all possible, even in seasons of uncertainty. Wishing you a warm, wonderful holiday season. Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    21 min
  4. Five Years of Reinvention Rebels: 5 Bold Lessons from Betting on Myself at Midlife

    NOV 13

    Five Years of Reinvention Rebels: 5 Bold Lessons from Betting on Myself at Midlife

    Five years, countless stories, and endless reinventions. 🎙️ In this special anniversary episode, I’m celebrating the journey of Reinvention Rebels — sharing five bold lessons I’ve learned about courage, consistency, and betting on myself at midlife. Let's Celebrate! 🎉 🎉 Five Years of Reinvention Rebels: 5 Bold Lessons from Betting on Myself at Midlife How do you stay inspired, curious, and bold — not just for a year, but for five? This week, I’m celebrating a milestone:  five incredible years of the Reinvention Rebels podcast! What started as a spark of curiosity has grown into a movement — one that celebrates midlife women who are rewriting what’s possible. 💫 In this heartfelt solo episode, I’m sharing five powerful lessons I’ve learned from five years behind the mic — lessons about courage, community, and what it really means to bet on yourself at midlife. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: • How I started Reinvention Rebels without a roadmap (and yes, with the wrong mic settings!) • Why consistency, not perfection, builds confidence • The life-changing power of community and midlife sisterhood • How I’m still reinventing myself at 60 — from podcasting to public speaking • Why your ripple effect is far greater than you realize 🎧 Plus, I’m shining a light on another inspiring show that celebrates women’s wisdom: Wisdom at Work: Older Women, Elderwomen, and Grandmothers on the Move! Hosted by my friend Ilana Landsberg-Lewis, this podcast features intimate conversations with older women activists and artists from around the globe — exploring their creativity, courage, and wisdom in tackling life’s biggest challenges. 👉🏾 Find it wherever you listen or visit wisdomatworkpodcast.com. 🎁 Don’t miss my free 7-minute audio guide, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. It’s the perfect mini-pause to reconnect with what’s next for you. 💜 Stay tuned: I’ll soon be releasing a special anniversary gift — The Top 5 Reinvention Rebels Episodes Guide — with my favorite rebel moments and why they matter. ✨ Here’s to five years of courage, curiosity, and midlife boldness — and to all the reinventions still to come. Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    11 min
  5. Midlife Reinvention at 58: How Laureen Let Go, Reimagined Aging, and Reclaimed Her Authentic Self

    OCT 30

    Midlife Reinvention at 58: How Laureen Let Go, Reimagined Aging, and Reclaimed Her Authentic Self

    💜 Episode Description At 58, Laureen found herself in the middle of an unexpected transformation — an empty nest, menopause, and an allergic reaction that ended decades of hair dye. What began as loss became liberation. In this intimate conversation, she shares how she let go of old conditioning, reimagined what aging can look like, and reclaimed her authentic self. Her story is a beautiful reminder that midlife isn’t a deadline, it’s an awakening.  ✨ Show Notes This week on Reinvention Rebels, I’m celebrating the power of quiet transformation with Laureen, a content creator, model, and storyteller redefining what aging looks and feels like. At 58, Laureen experienced a trifecta of change — her hair, home, and hormones — that sparked a deeper awakening. What started with an allergic reaction to hair dye became a journey of radical self-acceptance, self-trust, and creativity. Through her Instagram platform @glowupsilver, Laureen inspires thousands of women to see aging not as something to fear, but as a new chapter of self-expression, curiosity, and joy. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore what it means to unlearn the conditioning about who midlife women “should” be, listen to the whispers of intuition, and come home to the truth of who we already are. In This Episode, You’ll Hear: How a “trifecta of change” — hair, home, and hormones — sparked Laureen’s midlife reinventionThe quiet courage it took to let her natural silver shineHow creativity, curiosity, and community became her lifelinesWhat it means to reimagine aging and rewrite the rules for yourselfWhy midlife is not a crisis but an invitation to awaken🌿 A Soulful Reminder Reinvention doesn’t have to be loud or dramatic. It can unfold through small, intentional steps that bring you home to who you truly are. 🎁 Free Gift If this episode spoke to your heart, take the next gentle step with my free 7-minute audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. It’s a simple, soulful way to start tapping into the wisdom that already exists within you — because sometimes we just need a gentle nudge to begin. 💌 Share the Love If this episode inspired you, please share it with a friend who’s ready to reimagine what’s possible in midlife. Every share helps other women discover these empowering stories — and together, we keep the ripple of reinvention growing. 💫 Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    33 min
  6. The Power of the Pause: How Slowing Down Fuels Your Midlife Reinvention

    OCT 16

    The Power of the Pause: How Slowing Down Fuels Your Midlife Reinvention

    ✨ Episode Description  Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do in midlife isn’t doing at all...it’s pausing. In this episode, I share how an unexpected weekend with my closest friends reminded me of the beauty of slowing down, accepting help, and finding clarity through connection. If you’ve been feeling stuck, this one’s your invitation to take a breath and reset. 🎙️ Episode Title: The Power of the Pause: How Slowing Down Fuels Your Midlife Reinvention Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do in midlife isn’t more — it’s to pause. In this solo episode of the Reinvention Rebels Podcast, I’m exploring how slowing down, letting ourselves rest, and reconnecting with what matters most can bring the clarity, courage, and peace we’ve been craving. I share a story from a recent weekend that reminded me of the importance of connection, receiving help, and giving ourselves permission to just be. What started as a “get stuff done” weekend turned into a beautiful pause filled with laughter, friendship, and unexpected joy. When we slow down, we create space to hear ourselves again — to breathe, to reflect, and to reset. ✨ In this episode, I share: Why pausing feels radical in midlife reinventionHow slowing down can help us gain clarity and courageWhat happens when we accept help and lean on our people3 small ways you can practice the power of the pause this weekAnd if you’re ready to spark your own reinvention journey, I’ve got a free audio gift just for you — 5 Questions to Spark Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. It’s just seven minutes long but packed with insights to help you reconnect with what’s possible. You’ll find the link in the show notes. 💫 Resources mentioned: Free audio gift: 5 Questions to Spark Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey Previous solo episode: What If It Works Out? Podcast love: Older Women & Friends — A beautiful show about embracing midlife and aging with wisdom, courage, and joy hosted by my friend Jane Leder.If this episode resonates with you, I’d love it if you’d share it with a friend who could use a reminder that slowing down isn’t lazy — it’s necessary. Because pausing isn’t wasted time. It’s where our next bold step begins. 💛 🎧 Listen now and be reminded: pausing isn’t wasted time—it’s the space where we realign, recharge, and rediscover ourselves. Until next time, amazing ones—keep pausing, ke Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    11 min

  7. OCT 2

    Dating After 50 and the Power of Reinvention: A Conversation with Laurie Gerber

    What if reinvention in midlife isn’t a total life overhaul but a choice to change your mind and bet on yourself?  In this candid conversation, Laurie Gerber, dating coach, shares how being fired, reworking a marriage, and reframing menopause led her to reinvent life — and dating after 50 — with unapologetic positivity.  Expect practical mindset shifts, a no-nonsense approach to dating, and concrete next steps to move from fear to action.  What we cover: Laurie's turning points: getting fired, marriage pivot, and choosing reinventionWhy past ≠ future: the mindset shift every dater needsHow to curate what you consume (media, conversations, negativity)Menopause: ditching the rabbit hole of doom and reclaiming agencyPractical moves: hire a coach, name the dream, make a plan, be accountableKey takeaways: You don’t have to believe everything you think. Change the thought; change the outcome.Reinvention can be forced — and liberating. Sudden endings often open new doors.Curate your inputs. Unsubscribe from narratives that don’t serve your midlife story.Plan + accountability = action. Say the dream, make a plan, get help, and do the work.Links & resources: Download Wendy’s freebie — Do It Scared ebook (free): A short, powerful guide to help you face fear, take one bold step, and spark your midlife reinvention. 👉 https://reinventionrebels.com/do-it-scared/Register for Laurie’s FREE webinar: 3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments — www.lauriegerber.com/webinar Learn:The biggest mistake women make that keeps them from happily-ever-afterThe 3 essential ingredients for long-term commitmentLaurie's 3-date strategy to find your soulmate in WAY fewer datesLaurie Gerber — website / contact: www.lauriegerber.com  What Wendy’s listening to: Older Women & Friends with Jane Leder — a warm, wise podcast celebrating older women’s stories. Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    44 min

  8. SEP 18

    Midlife Reinvention: From Self-Doubt to Self-Trust -- Build Your Boldness Muscle

    Have you ever felt stuck between self-doubt and self-trust? In this week’s solo episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast, I’m diving into how we can build our boldness muscle—one small step at a time. I know a little about midlife boldness because I’m in a season of practicing it myself. I’m doing some things scared and learning to trust my own voice. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode: ✨ How self-doubt shows up and why it’s often part of the reinvention process ✨ The difference between playing it safe and betting on yourself ✨ My journey from launching this podcast five years ago (with zero experience!) to winning a Women Who Podcast  Magazine podcast award this year ✨ How stepping onto a big stage at a cybersecurity leadership summit helped me uncover my love of speaking and empowering others ✨ Why building your boldness muscle is one of the most powerful ways to fuel your midlife reinvention If you’ve ever wondered how to move from hesitation to action, or from second-guessing to self-belief, this episode is for you. 💡 Remember: self-trust isn’t built overnight. It’s a practice. Every time you choose to back yourself, you’re making your reinvention stronger. 🎧 Related Episode: Reinvention at Midlife: "What if it Works Out?" — a powerful companion to today’s conversation that flips the script on fear. 💝 Free Gift: Don’t forget to grab my guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It’s full of ideas and sparks to help you keep building that boldness muscle. 🎙️ Podcast I Love: I also want to lift up my friend Jennifer Fink’s show, the Fading Memories Podcast. It’s an empowering, informative, and uplifting resource for caregivers of people with dementia. Jennifer offers wisdom, tools, and hope for anyone walking that journey—you won’t want to miss it. 💌 Loved this episode? Pass it along to your favorite midlife bestie! Boldness grows even bigger when we cheer each other on—so hit share and spread the Reinvention Rebels love. Thank you!  Loving the show? Text us and let us know! 😊 Support the show ********* Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together! Please Share What You Loved Your feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox or leave a comment at reinventionrebels.com. Let's connect: Instagram: @reinventionrebels Facebook: @ReinventionRebels

    13 min
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🔥 Bold Women. Big Dreams. Zero Apologies. 🔥 Hey you — yes, you! The midlife (or better) woman wondering: Is this all there is? Spoiler alert: It’s not. You can be the architect of your life. Welcome to Reinvention Rebels, the podcast where women 50–90+ kick doubt to the curb, chase big dreams, and prove it’s never too late to shake things up. I’m your host, Wendy Battles — cybersecurity geek by day, midlife reinvention architect by night. It took me 54 years to find my fire, and now I’m here to help you light yours. Every week, you’ll meet badass women who have become the architects of their life, rewriting the midlife rulebook — running marathons at 72, starting businesses, embracing their silver hair, finding love, or finally doing that thing they’ve always wanted. Ready to stop waiting and start reinventing?  Your inner Reinvention Rebel is calling. It's time to consciously design the midlife you want to live. Let's go! 🎧 Tune in: www.reinventionrebels.com  🎁 Snag your FREE guide → 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife: https://reinventionrebels.com/100/

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  • Creator
    Wendy Battles
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    144
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Reinvention Rebels
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    Reinvention Rebels

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