Branching Out of the Empty Nest

Zoana Price
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Resources, tools, and insight to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, taking care of aging parents, downsizing, and having fun. 

  1. 4D AGO

    Layoff Prep Part 1

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest Mergers, business closings, DEI cutbacks, and the current government shutdown can affect your employment status and your bank account.  Our resident financial professional, Paulette Smith, discusses how to pivot and protect and offers some tips to help you prepare for a layoff and get back on your feet.   This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com  Social Media  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest Resources: Wrongful termination information https://www.usa.gov/wrongful-termination Economic status/job loss data: https://nationalpartnership.org/economy-freefall-black-women-carrying-the-weight-jobsday-sept-2025/ https://www.ppic.org/blog/race-and-gender-dimensions-of-rising-unemployment/ Black workers and job loss https://www.essence.com/news/money-career/black-women-job-loss-naacp-response/ https://www.epi.org/blog/whats-behind-rising-unemployment-for-black-workers/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSlZu6Oo2uA Self Care and Mental Health  https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/wellbeing/self-care-tips-to-prioritize-your-mental-health Self Care for Men https://afsp.org/story/men-need-self-care-too https://www.talkspace.com/blog/self-care-for-men/ Mental Health Resources www.HelpGuide.org  has  free, evidence-based resources to understand and navigate mental health challenges. Building your brand https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/personal-branding-at-work https://maybusch.com/why-you-need-strong-personal-brand-how-to-build-one/ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110151/supporters/new Show your love, ask a question, or leave a comment with your donation and have your name mentioned on the show or in the show credits.  Support the show

    29 min

  2. OCT 8

    Fall Preview

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest It's already October.  We are not slowing down. We have plenty of info to share with you this year.  Listen to the run down of the upcoming shows for this season. Don't forget to track your numbers and share on our socials to hold yourself accountable.    This podcast discusses issues and provides tools, insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com   Social Media  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest Support the show

    5 min

  3. SEP 24

    Fall Cleansing

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest It's Fall, my favorite season.  Time to do some household cleansing.  Here are some things to add to your fall to do list.  We'll also tell you what we are discussing on future episodes this fall.   This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com   Resources: Marie Kondo 3 Books Collection Set (The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying, Spark Joy, Joy at Work)  https://amzn.to/3KDzHzu Audio book: Spark Joy  https://amzn.to/46QERAV To reduce credit cards offers:  OptOutPrescreen.com  1-888-5-OPTOUT (567-8688)  Connect with us:  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest Support the show

    11 min

  4. SEP 10

    Fall Kick off

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest We are back from our summer hiatus. Tune in to find out we have in store for the rest of this season.  Check out some of the books we are reading for our unofficial book club.  This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us at info@emptynestsquad.com   Books*: The Energy of Money -  Maria Nemeth  https://amzn.to/40lSxQP Moving Beyond Broke - Dasha Kennedy https://amzn.to/3JOsr3J Social Media  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest   *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Support the show

    12 min

  5. JUN 25

    Summertime Recharge

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest This show discusses some things to do over the summer.  Catch up on tv shows or binge watch your favorites. Host your own movie marathon or cozy up with a book and re-read the classics.  Some of our favs: Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, The Residence, Frasier, Girlfriends, Lost Boys, and I Almost Forgot About You.  Follow us this summer for more recommendations.  This is the last show before our summer hiatus. We will be back in the fall with new shows.   This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com Books: The Energy of Money -  Maria Nemeth  https://amzn.to/40lSxQP I Almost Forgot About You - Terry McMillan  https://amzn.to/44rJksF The Fortunes of Jaded Women: A Novel - Carolyn Huynh https://amzn.to/3ZIIQM7 The Family Remains - Lisa Jewell https://amzn.to/3ZIbi0I As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Follow us - Share your thoughts - Connect with us  Social Media  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest Show your love, ask a question, or leave a comment with your donation and have your name mentioned on the show or in the show credits.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110151/supporters/new Support the show

    14 min

  6. JUN 11

    Preparing for job loss Q & A

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest We continue the conversation about preparing for a job loss during these unpredictable times.  Retirement and Financial Specialist Paulette Smith gives us even more insight, answers questions and tells us how to prepare for a job loss.  Many people have been or will be laid off from their job.  What can you do now to prepare for a job loss?  Retirement and finance specialist Paulette Smith will share some tips for preparing for a loss and keeping your retirement plan on track.   This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com Resources: For more info and financial/retirement questions please contact Paulette Smith at 770-885-6329 Find a reputable financial professional: National Foundation for Credit Counseling https://www.nfcc.org 800-388-2227  Consumer Credit Counseling Services https://www.cccfusa.org 800-359-1561     Follow us on Social media:  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110151/supporters/new Show your love, ask a question, or leave a comment with your donation and have your name mentioned on the show or in the show credits.  Support the show Support the show

    32 min

  7. MAY 29

    Preparing for a job loss

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest Many people have been or will be laid off from their job.  What can you do now to prepare for a job loss?  Retirement and finance specialist Paulette Smith will share some tips for preparing for a loss and keeping your retirement plan on track.   This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com Resources: State Health Insurance Assistance Program (GA)                                                   https://aging.georgia.gov/georgia-ship-0 866-552-4464 Healthcare.gov   For more info and financial/retirement questions please contact Paulette Smith at 770-885-6329   Follow us on Social media: IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110151/supporters/new Show your love, ask a question, or leave a comment with your donation and have your name mentioned on the show or in the show credits.  Support the show

    45 min

  8. MAY 16

    Flying from the Nest

    Text Branching Out of the Empty Nest We are launching a new show for young adult.  We speak to one of the producers of our new show and get a behind the scenes look.  This podcast discusses issues and provides tools,  insight, and resources to help empty-nesters live their best lives.  Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester, such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, retirement, and career development.  We explore topics and provide insight and resources to help new and seasoned empty-nesters live their best lives.  We discuss health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, downsizing, taking care of aging parents, traveling,  having fun and so much more. Leave your questions or comments or share your stories with us.  Email us info@emptynestsquad.com   Social Media  IG @emptynestsquad www.emptynestsquad.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/branchingoutoftheemptynest Tags: empty-nest, friendship, health, wealth,  relationships,  retirement,  taking care of aging parents, elder care,  retiring,  hobbies, getting healthy,  loneliness, weight loss, downsizing  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2110151/supporters/new Show your love, ask a question, or leave a comment with your donation and have your name mentioned on the show or in the show credits.  Support the show

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Resources, tools, and insight to help empty-nesters live their best lives. Discusses issues relevant to the new and seasoned empty-nester such as health, wealth, relationships, making new friends, taking care of aging parents, downsizing, and having fun. 

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  • Creator
    Zoana Price
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Branching Out of the Empty Nest
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