The Imperfect Prophet: A Podcast for Women Who Wonder

Wonder Wendy: Living a Wonder-full Bucketlist: Her Story

The Imperfect Prophet is a podcast for women who are not content with getting old and watching their lives get smaller. The host, Wonder Wendy, exemplifies a life that grows and changes even as she ages. Remember aging happens, getting old is a choice! Each week we will discuss how Wonder Wendy and her guests are navigating these challenges by finding satisfaction and growth.They are creating positivity through action and connection with community. In general, being happier people who make the world a better place. Listen each week as we explore how to live a life full of wonder – or as WW calls it “The wonder-full bucket list life.”

Episodes

  1. 5D AGO

    Re-Pot Yourself

    Send us Fan Mail After hearing a venture capitalist speaker casually mention the idea of “Re-Potting Yourself” at a conference, I couldn’t stop thinking about how people need re-potting too, and somehow that led me straight home to my pothos plant. As I untangled roots, moved the plant into a new container, and watched what happened next, I started thinking about the ways we outgrow spaces, routines, and even old versions of ourselves. Sometimes growth doesn’t require becoming someone new; sometimes it simply means giving yourself enough room, nourishment, and light to thrive. And because life has a sense of humor,enjoy this episode for your first listen and my second. Key Takeaways: Sometimes growth begins with a simple idea or phrase that keeps echoing until you’re ready to act on it.Just like a pothos plant, people need the right environment, space, and care to truly thrive.Re-potting yourself doesn’t always mean becoming someone new — sometimes it means giving yourself room to grow into who you already are.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    26 min

  2. MAY 3

    Entering the Sassy Sixties

    Send us Fan Mail I invite you to slip on your boldest self and come with me into what I’m calling the sassy sixties—a season where showing up matters more than fitting in. When I found myself at a concert surrounded by people half my age, I could’ve shrunk… but instead, I got curious. I explore what it means to walk into rooms where you don’t quite “match,” and how that discomfort is often the doorway to growth, connection, and a fuller life. Along the way, I reflect on conversations with younger voices navigating imposter syndrome, the myth that impact only comes from starting over, and the magic that happens when generations meet in the middle. This isn’t about age—it’s about energy, willingness, and the courage to keep saying yes to life, even when you don’t have it all figured out. Key Takeaways: Showing up—even when you feel out of place—is how you expand your worldCuriosity will grow you; comparison will shrink youA vibrant life isn’t defined by age, it’s defined by participationContinue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    23 min

  3. APR 26

    Palm Trees & Peas: Truth or Consequences

    Send us Fan Mail Somewhere between a palm tree that refused to have rings and a decade-long belief that my husband loved peas (spoiler alert: he absolutely did not), I started to notice how confidently we cling to things we’ve never really examined. And oh, how those tiny assumptions can ripple into our relationships, shaping how we see people we love. So instead of gripping tighter to being right, I’m practicing loosening my grip and asking better questions—because maybe truth isn’t something we declare, but something we discover together. It turns out curiosity isn’t just cute… it’s connective, humbling, and a whole lot more honest. Key Takeaways: Certainty can close doors—curiosity opens them (and sometimes saves you from a lifetime of pea-related misunderstandings)Our perceptions aren’t the full picture; there’s often another truth sitting right beside oursAsking questions with openness can deepen connection faster than being “right” ever willContinue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    21 min

  4. APR 19

    One Leg. No Excuses. A Whole New Perspective.

    Send us Fan Mail I’ve been thinking about what happens when life doesn’t go according to plan—and how often that’s actually where the magic begins. From a whirlwind trip to Nashville to unexpected encounters with people who redefine what’s possible, I found myself reexamining the stories we tell about our limits. What if the question isn’t “why me?” but “how can I?” This is a reflection on adaptation, curiosity, and getting out of our own way—because sometimes the only thing standing between us and a fuller life is the belief that we can’t. Turns out, with a little willingness (and maybe a lot of humor), we can do things differently, and still do them beautifully. Key Takeaways:  Limitations are often perceptions—ask “how can I?” instead of “why me?”Adaptation isn’t giving up; it’s discovering new ways to fully participateStaying curious and open keeps life expansive, no matter your ageContinue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    25 min

  5. APR 12

    The Time Warp… Ouch

    Send us Fan Mail I find myself wondering what it really means to age—not in years, but in energy, in presence, in how fully we choose to participate in our own lives. Somewhere along the way, we were handed quiet expectations about slowing down, fading out, or becoming observers instead of main characters. And yet, when I look around—and even back at the cultural shifts sparked by bold, visible women—I see a very different possibility. This is a reflection on staying engaged, curious, and expressive in every season, on questioning who we’ve been told to be, and on deciding what kind of legacy we’re actually creating by how we show up each day. Because the story isn’t over… unless we stop participating in it. Key Takeaways: Aging isn’t about stepping back—it’s an invitation to stay engaged and fully expressed.The way you live today is the legacy you’re actively creating.Participation, not perfection, is what keeps life vibrant and meaningful. Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    23 min

  6. APR 5

    Rise and Glow—Don’t Burn Out

    Send us Fan Mail What if the goal isn’t balance—but awareness? Here, I wander through what it looks like to live in tune with your own rhythm, especially in a season where your body and energy are asking for something different. Inspired by Ayurveda and a few real-life wake-up calls, I reflect on tending your inner fire without exhausting it, releasing the pressure to “have it all,” and choosing nourishment over depletion. Not a reset, not a reinvention—just a gentle return to what actually feels good and sustainable. Key Takeaways: Balance isn’t something you achieve once—it’s something you gently adjust to every day.Your energy is unique; learning to listen to it is more powerful than following any rigid system.A full life isn’t about having everything—it’s about nourishing what truly matters.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    27 min

  7. MAR 29

    Come On In, The Water’s Fine

    Send us Fan Mail Most of us have been taught to wait until we’re ready, certain, or capable of making a big impact—but what if change doesn’t work that way? In this episode, I explore how real progress, whether in water safety or our own communities, has always come from many people doing small things over time. Through stories, reflections, and a few unexpected parallels, I remind you that your role isn’t to fix everything—it’s simply to step in. Because when you do, and others do too, those small efforts begin to ripple into something far greater than any one person could create alone. Key Takeaways: You don’t have to do everything—doing something consistently is what creates real change.Collective effort, not perfection, is what strengthens communities and builds resilience.Small actions, when multiplied, create ripples that lead to lasting impact.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    23 min

  8. MAR 22

    Once Upon a Time

    Send us Fan Mail Whether we realize it or not, we are all walking around with a “once upon a time” playing quietly in the background. As children, our stories were filled with possibility, magic, and a belief that anything could happen. But somewhere along the way, many of us start editing our stories down, softening them, or worse… deciding they’re no longer worth telling at all. In this conversation, I reflect on the power of storytelling—not the polished, perfect version, but the real, lived-in, beautifully messy one. Because the truth is, your story still matters. It always has. And when you share it, you don’t just make sense of your own journey—you expand what’s possible for someone else. So maybe it’s time to pick up the pen again, reclaim your narrative, and remember… you are not just part of the story—you are the storyteller. Key Takeaways: The stories we tell ourselves shape how we see our past—and what we believe is possible for our future.Your lived experiences, especially the imperfect ones, have the power to inspire and connect with others.You are both the narrator and the hero of your story—and it’s never too late to begin a new chapter.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    21 min

  9. MAR 15

    Who Told Us We Were Supposed to Look Like That

    Send us Fan Mail Somewhere along the way, many of us women learned to look in the mirror and search for what’s “wrong” instead of celebrating the remarkable life staring back at us. In this conversation, I reflect on aging, that persistent inner critic, and the way photos can sometimes make us wince instead of smile. But every line, every wrinkle, every so-called flaw is actually evidence of a life lived—stories written right into the landscape of our faces and bodies. From rethinking beauty standards to exploring the unexpected empowerment of something like a boudoir photo shoot, I explore what happens when we loosen perfection’s grip and start seeing ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and maybe even a little delight. Key Takeaways: The inner critic often grows louder with age, but it doesn’t have to be the voice we believe.Imperfections are not failures—they’re evidence of a life rich with experience.When we shift our perspective from judgment to curiosity, self-acceptance becomes possible.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    27 min

  10. MAR 8

    Signs of Spring

    Send us Fan Mail As the world begins to thaw and the quiet signs of spring start appearing, I find myself thinking about the signals life sends when something new is about to begin. Sometimes they arrive like a drumroll you can’t ignore, and other times they’re softer—a feeling, a shift in the air, or a little crocus pushing bravely through the soil. In this conversation, I wander through the idea that growth rarely announces itself with fireworks. More often it whispers. By paying attention to those small nudges, our intuition, and the rhythms around us, we can start preparing for what might be ready to bloom in our own lives. After all, seasons change whether we’re ready or not—but when we notice the signs, we can greet the next season with curiosity, intention, and maybe even a little wonder. Key Takeaways: The signs of change are often subtle—learning to notice them is the first step toward growth.Just like spring, transformation unfolds gradually when we nurture it with small, intentional steps.Continue the conversation with Wonder Wendy: Join our Facebook Group community at Wonder-full Bucket List Life Visit Wendy on Youtube at: Wonder Wendy Spotify: Don't forget to download the podcast to stay up-to-date on future episodes. Apple Podcast: If you've enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so that more women of a "certain age" can discover and enjoy the podcast. To leave a review, simply find The Podcast The Imperfect Prophet Podcast on Apple Podcast. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap on the stars to rate the show then select "Write a Review" to share your thoughts. It's the best way to support the podcast and help spread the word, so more women can live a Wonder-full Life!

    24 min
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The Imperfect Prophet is a podcast for women who are not content with getting old and watching their lives get smaller. The host, Wonder Wendy, exemplifies a life that grows and changes even as she ages. Remember aging happens, getting old is a choice! Each week we will discuss how Wonder Wendy and her guests are navigating these challenges by finding satisfaction and growth.They are creating positivity through action and connection with community. In general, being happier people who make the world a better place. Listen each week as we explore how to live a life full of wonder – or as WW calls it “The wonder-full bucket list life.”

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