How's Your Boomer?

Laura House
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  • HEALTH & FITNESS

Tune into the podcast that aims to make the tough but important conversations with aging parents and family members a little easier. Because talking with them now about topics from finances to health to downsizing could save everyone stress later. Straightforward, reliable resources have been hard to find in one place, so I decided to create one. I’m no expert on this subject, but I’m popping on my reporter cap to find the folks who can give good guidance on retirement planning, health proxies, grief and more. So… how’s your Boomer? Drop me a line and let me know at laura@howsyourboomer.com For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/

Episodes

  1. Decluttering with the Chaos Whisperer

    2D AGO

    Decluttering with the Chaos Whisperer

    This week’s topic is one so many folks have asked about: how to downsize and declutter with your Boomer. So I connected with Sonya Weisshappel founder and CEO of Seriatim, Inc. and author of Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer. Organizer pro tip: Drop judgement and instead approach the experience with the curiosity of an archivist, a storyteller, or a family historian. For links and more helpful info: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/decluttering-with-the-chaos-whisperer

    27 min
  2. Caregiver In Residence

    FEB 5

    Caregiver In Residence

    Caregiving is hard. So I was thrilled to connect with Courtney Martin author, journalist, and podcast host who keeps it real about improving care for elders, caregivers, and navigating dementia with grace and humor. For more info and helpful links on this topic and more, visit the Substack post

    33 min
  3. Should Your Boomer Get a Dog?

    JAN 23

    Should Your Boomer Get a Dog?

    My favorite vet-on-speed-dial (and dear pal) Dr. Kate Wissel, DVM, believes that everyone, no matter their situation, can benefit greatly from a human-animal bond. Pets can help decrease stress and loneliness, elevate mood and provide purpose. But, there’s different criteria for older pet lovers to consider before welcoming Rover into their life.  Link to the Substack blog post.

    28 min
  4. Tonight's Menu: Discussions on Dying

    JAN 15

    Tonight's Menu: Discussions on Dying

    We’ve not shied away from heavy topics (finances, family dynamics, grief) on How's Your Boomer? But today's episode with Angel Grant on honoring end-of-life wishes is the weightiest one yet. True to her name, Angel, co-founder of Death Over Dinner, brought light and a gentle touch to one dense topic. https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/tonights-menu-discussions-on-dying

    18 min
  5. Road Trip! Multi-Gen Travel Tips with Fathom

    12/12/2025

    Road Trip! Multi-Gen Travel Tips with Fathom

    Continuing on the less-stuff theme, we're talking about making memories with your Boomer. Get vetted tips for multi-gen travel done right from Jeralyn Gerba, co-founder of the travel platform Fathom. Hint: knowing your family's points of tension and points of love is key for success.  For more info on this topic, check out the How's Your Boomer? Substack (it's free!): https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/road-trip-multi-gen-travel-tips-with

    28 min
  6. Holiday Gift Guide: Less Stuff Edition

    12/05/2025

    Holiday Gift Guide: Less Stuff Edition

    Are you stumped by what to gift your Boomer (or anyone!) who has everything (and probably too much of it)? This episode has you covered with 12 thoughtful ideas. Hang in until the end for a bonus present that ties it all up with a bow (and a hilarious one at that). For a full list (with links) and more tips on this topic, check out the How's Your Boomer? newsletter (it's free!): https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/holiday-gift-guide-less-stuff-edition

    38 min
  7. Rated "P" for Parents

    11/26/2025

    Rated "P" for Parents

    There's lots of hang time with family and friends in the coming weeks. I turned to Kate Thorman (of Keep Up, Kids) for her movie, show, podcast recs that are safe for viewing in mixed family company. What’s on your list? For more resources and other episodes, visit the HYB? Substack.

    28 min
  8. Uh Oh! My Boomer Asked ME for Money!

    11/18/2025

    Uh Oh! My Boomer Asked ME for Money!

    This week’s episode is a doozy: Uh Oh! My Boomer Just Asked ME for Money! Thankfully, Bola Sokunbi author, speaker, and founder of Clever Girl Finance swooped in to help with practical and compassionate advice. Visit the HYB substack for extra insight and helpful links.

    19 min
  9. The Therapist Is In

    11/13/2025

    The Therapist Is In

    We're doing some heavy lifting in Episode 4 of How's Your Boomer? with Kim Davis, LCSW. Friends were looking for guidance on navigating family relationships and grief as they care for aging and ill parents and I tapped Kim for help. Listen in for her caring advice and actionable tips. Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier. For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/the-therapist-is-in

    23 min

  10. 11/04/2025

    Movement at Every Age

    Drop in for a conversation with my guide to movement and aging well, Jyll Hubbard-Salk, founder of Urban Asanas Yoga Studio in Brooklyn, NY. Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier. For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/p/movement-at-every-age

    20 min
  11. I Gotta (Finance) Guy

    10/28/2025

    I Gotta (Finance) Guy

    Tune in for an interview with Laura's finance guy, Nick Wilkins, about useful tips and approaches for taking the sting out of retirement and financial conversations with your Boomer. Thanks for listening to How's Your Boomer? the podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier. For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/

    19 min
  12. Meet My Boomer

    10/21/2025

    Meet My Boomer

    The podcast that aims to make tackling tough but necessary topics with aging parents and loved ones a little easier. For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/

    23 min
  • 12 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Tune into the podcast that aims to make the tough but important conversations with aging parents and family members a little easier. Because talking with them now about topics from finances to health to downsizing could save everyone stress later. Straightforward, reliable resources have been hard to find in one place, so I decided to create one. I’m no expert on this subject, but I’m popping on my reporter cap to find the folks who can give good guidance on retirement planning, health proxies, grief and more. So… how’s your Boomer? Drop me a line and let me know at laura@howsyourboomer.com For more info, visit: https://howsyourboomer.substack.com/

Information

  • Creator
    Laura House
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 How's Your Boomer?
  • Show Website
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