Late Bloomer Living Podcast

Yvonne Marchese
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🌻 A Fresh Perspective on Midlife and Aging! 🌻 Every Wednesday, join host Yvonne Marchese as she interviews inspiring guests who’ve dared to reinvent themselves in midlife and experts who provide valuable guidance on navigating the unique challenges of aging. From health and wellness to creativity, business, relationships, and personal growth — each episode offers practical advice, uplifting stories, and fresh perspectives on aging.

  1. 6D AGO

    Wear the Sparkle: Style, Confidence & Permission at Midlife

    Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m too old to wear that” — or noticing how easy it is to slowly disappear in midlife? In this special holiday replay from Salty Sisters, the livestream I cohost with my friend Cat Corchado, we’re joined by the incredible Jennifer Polt, founder of Making Up for Glossed Time and a two-time guest on Late Bloomer Living. Yes, this conversation starts with style — sequins, leopard print, metallic boots, and holiday outfits — but it quickly becomes something much deeper — and relevant all year long. Jennifer isn’t really talking about clothes.  She’s talking about permission. Permission to play. Permission to take up space. Permission to stop dressing — and living — like you’re trying to disappear. Together, Cat, Jennifer, and I explore what happens in midlife when roles shift, confidence wobbles, and we’re quietly asking ourselves, Is this all there is? We talk about style as self-expression, confidence as a practice, and how small choices — even what you put on your body — can help you reconnect with who you’re becoming. This episode is for anyone navigating midlife, or a season of reinvention — and wanting to feel a little more alive, expressive, and at home in their own skin. ✨ If this conversation sparks something in you and you want to explore playfulness beyond your closet, you can join the PLAYshop waitlist at latebloomerliving.com/play. Go put on something that makes you feel good. And remember — you’re not done yet.

    58 min

  2. DEC 10

    My Midlife Joy Experiment

    How Play Is Helping Me Feel Alive Again   Do you ever feel like all the fun got squeezed out of adulthood? Like the to-do lists and responsibilities have taken over and there’s no energy left for joy? In this short solo episode, I’m sharing my Midlife Joy Experiment — my personal journey of bringing more play back into my life in my fifties. From learning to dance on roller skates (yes, I broke my elbow and yes, I’ll be back on them!) to discovering new ways to feel free and creative while I heal, this exploration has been surprising, healing, and downright fun. I’m not a play expert — this is a real-life experiment in what helps us feel alive again. And I hope it inspires you to reconnect with your own joy, curiosity, and sense of playfulness… even in small ways. ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the waitlist for the Unlocking Playfulness PLAYshop: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/play  If this episode resonates, share it with a friend who could use a spark of joy today. Let me know…. What’s one thing that makes you feel alive again?

    9 min

  3. DEC 3

    Becoming a First-Time Filmmaker at 50+ with Beth Barany

    What would happen if you finally said yes to the thing you’ve been dreaming about for years?   In this episode, Yvonne talks with award-winning novelist and creativity coach Beth Barany, who is stepping into a bold new creative chapter. At 50+, Beth is becoming a first-time filmmaker as she turns her fantasy adventure novel, Henrietta the Dragon Slayer, into a proof-of-concept short film — the first step toward a potential TV series.   Beth shares the true behind-the-scenes story of a dream nearly two decades in the making: ✨ The moment she dared to say her dream out loud ✨ Why she decided not to wait for Hollywood ✨ How she built a filmmaking team without previous experience ✨ The power of curiosity to guide your next step ✨ What it feels like to finally see her character come to life on screen ✨ Why our most exciting reinventions often happen in midlife If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “too old” to start something new — this conversation is your reminder that you are right on time. You don’t need permission. You get to greenlight yourself.   🔗 Learn more about Beth’s project: https://author.bethbarany.com/henrietta-short-film/ 🌼 Want more play and joy in your life? Join the PLAYshop waitlist: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/play

    45 min

  4. NOV 26

    A Calmer, Kinder Way to Approach Thanksgiving

    Gratitude Feeling Forced? Try This Instead.   This Thanksgiving, I’m trying a little experiment. Instead of forcing gratitude, I’m approaching the holiday like a game—using appreciation to see people as they really are, not as I wish they’d be. In this episode, I share the simple appreciation practices I’m playing with, why I think they’ll make the day feel lighter, and how you can try them too. I also invite you to check out last week’s episode about the difference between gratitude and appreciation, and to join the PLAYshop waitlist if you want more curiosity, creativity, and ease in your everyday life. Sign up at https://www.latebloomerliving.com/play

    8 min

  5. NOV 19

    When Gratitude Lists Don’t Work...

    If Your Gratitude List Feels Stale, You’re Not Alone   We’re often told that gratitude is the answer to everything — write a list, feel better, repeat. But what happens when the list doesn’t change a thing? In this solo episode, I share a personal moment that cracked open a new understanding for me about gratitude, appreciation, and the way our minds work when we’re overwhelmed. Instead of trying to force myself into feeling grateful, I stumbled into a different approach that helped me reconnect with the present moment in a much more honest, grounded way.   This isn’t an episode about toxic positivity or pretending everything’s fine. It’s about noticing what’s real, finding small openings when you feel stuck, and learning how appreciation can quietly shift your emotional state in ways gratitude sometimes can’t.   You’ll hear: ✨ Why gratitude practices sometimes fall flat ✨ The surprising mindset shift that softened my “dark cloud” morning ✨ How appreciation can help you feel more present and less pressured ✨ A simple experiment you can try this week (no journaling required)   Whether you’re navigating holiday stress, feeling overwhelmed, or just craving a gentler way to support your own well-being, this episode offers a compassionate invitation to slow down and reconnect with what’s right in front of you.   Tune in, try the experiment, and see what opens. 🌼 Bloom like you mean it.

    14 min

  6. NOV 12

    Rediscovering Wonder in Midlife: Karen Walrond on The Art of Dabbling

    What if the key to more joy, creativity, and confidence in midlife isn’t mastery — it’s dabbling?   Author and speaker Karen Walrond (Radiant Rebellion, The Lightmaker’s Manifesto) joins Yvonne Marchese to talk about her newest book, In Defense of Dabbling: The Brilliance of Being a Total Amateur.   Together, they explore how curiosity, play, and self-compassion can help us reconnect with wonder — and why embracing our inner beginner might be the most radical act of joy we can choose.   Tune in for a refreshing conversation about letting go of perfectionism, rediscovering creativity, and learning to love the process again.   🌻 If you’re feeling inspired, I’d love for you to share your thoughts about this episode on social media and tag me @latebloomerliving.   🌻Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode!    🌻 Need a little more FUN in your life? Come to The PLAYshop!  Sign up for the waitlist and get in on the fun! 🛼 💥

    47 min

  7. NOV 5

    Say Yes to Play: A Conversation with Adam Rothenberg

    What happens when you say yes to fun?   This week, I’m joined by my good friend Adam Rothenberg, creator of the entertainment platform Call Me Adam, for a joyful conversation about curiosity, courage, and play. When Adam found himself at a children’s birthday party, he and one other adult decided to join the kids rock climbing and ziplining—and it turned into a reminder of what we lose when we forget how to play.   We talk about facing fears, staying curious, and how a playful mindset keeps us creative, confident, and young at heart. 💛 Tune in and discover the surprising power of saying yes to fun.   🌻 If you’re feeling inspired, I’d love for you to share your thoughts about this episode on social media and tag me @latebloomerliving.   🌻Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode!    🌻 Need a little more FUN in your life? Come to The PLAYshop!  Sign up for the waitlist and get in on the fun! 🛼 💥

    45 min

  8. OCT 29

    How Asking Better Questions Changed My Life

    Have you ever caught yourself asking questions like, “Why can’t I get ahead?” or “Why do I always mess things up?” I sure have — and those questions kept me stuck for years.   In this short solo episode, I’m sharing how I discovered the power of asking better questions — and how that simple shift changed my life. From giving up complaining for Lent (spoiler: it was way harder than chocolate!) to learning how my thoughts were shaping my reality, I found a way to train my brain to look for solutions instead of problems.   We’ll talk about: ✨ Why your brain always answers the questions you ask it ✨ How to flip disempowering questions into empowering ones ✨ Simple ways to shift your mindset and get unstuck at any age   Whether you’re in midlife, over 50, or just ready for a fresh start, this episode is all about reclaiming your curiosity, reframing your thinking, and blooming again — right where you are.   If this message resonates, share it with a friend who might need a reminder that it’s never too late to ask a better question.

    11 min
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🌻 A Fresh Perspective on Midlife and Aging! 🌻 Every Wednesday, join host Yvonne Marchese as she interviews inspiring guests who’ve dared to reinvent themselves in midlife and experts who provide valuable guidance on navigating the unique challenges of aging. From health and wellness to creativity, business, relationships, and personal growth — each episode offers practical advice, uplifting stories, and fresh perspectives on aging.

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  • Creator
    Yvonne Marchese
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    260
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Late Bloomer Living Podcast

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