Sherapy with Sheri and Randy

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Sherapy with Sheri & Randy is the next chapter of Sherapy with Sheri—now evolved into real conversations between siblings navigating life, retirement, caregiving, health, and starting over. Honest, relatable, and sometimes funny, we share what this stage of life really looks like. Whether you planned for it or not—you’re not alone. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Find us on YouTube: Cruisin' the IE with Sheri & Randy. New episodes weekly, featuring our “ONE WORD” segment and stories from the road.

  1. 2H AGO

    Renting vs Buying in Retirement… What Actually Makes Sense?

    Retirement used to come with a simple plan: work hard, pay off the house, and enjoy the good life. But today? Housing costs, rising rent, HOA fees, maintenance, and fixed incomes have completely changed the conversation. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re talking honestly about renting vs. buying in retirement — the pros, the cons, the emotional side of letting go, and why more retirees are rethinking what “home” really means. Whether you already own a home, are thinking about downsizing, or are wondering if renting might actually bring more freedom, this episode is packed with relatable conversation, real-life perspective, humor, and practical insight for life after 50. Because retirement isn’t about impressing people anymore… it’s about finding peace. 🎙️ Subscribe YouTube and follow on your favorite podcast app. Join the Sherapy community for honest conversations about retirement, family, healing, humor, and the road ahead. Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    21 min
  2. 2D AGO

    The Scariest Part of Retirement Isn’t Money

    Retirement can bring freedom, peace, and a slower pace of life… but it can also bring something many people never expect: loneliness. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we explore why community matters so much after 60 and the psychology behind connection, belonging, and aging well.  From the benefits of social connection to the realities of walkers, weather talk,  and assisted living, this episode is honest, funny, emotional, and deeply relatable. We also talk about: • The hidden health risks of isolation • Why some seniors thrive in community living—and others don’t • Assisted living vs independence • How retirement changes identity and daily connection • Why nobody should go through this stage of life alone And yes… Randy’s possible mohawk makes another appearance as we continue our road to 1,000 subscribers. If you’ve ever wondered what aging, retirement, and community really feel like—this conversation is for you. Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    8 min
  3. MAY 14

    What Grief Taught Us About Family

    Grief doesn’t just change how we feel — it can change how we see family, relationships, and even ourselves. In this heartfelt episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we talk honestly about sibling grief, complicated emotions after losing a parent, and the surprising lessons that come when families grieve differently. Some people pull closer. Some pull away. Some show up quietly in ways you never forget. We share personal stories about grace, boundaries, healing, and learning that protecting your peace is not selfish — it’s necessary. If you’ve ever felt guilty for grieving differently, struggled with family tension after a loss, or realized grief revealed who your true support system really was, this conversation is for you. Because there’s no “right” way to grieve… only your way. 💛 Healing, humor, and the road ahead. #Grief #Family #SiblingGrief #MentalHealth #Healing #Sherapy Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    14 min
  4. MAY 7

    Is Your Retirement Introvert or Extrovert?

    This week on Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re talking about a comment that honestly… stung a little. After our episode joking about the things we swore we’d never do in retirement — early dinners, slowing down, multiple pairs of glasses and all — a viewer challenged us to “get up and move” and stop “acting old.” But it sparked a bigger conversation… because retirement doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people are living the “go-go” retirement full of travel, dancing, and activity… while others are navigating health issues, finances, grief, burnout, or simply enjoying a slower pace after decades of hard work. In this episode, we talk honestly about social media assumptions, feeling judged, and why there’s no one right way to grow older. Whether your retirement is extrovert or introvert, active or restful… your journey is valid. ❤️ Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    13 min
  5. APR 30

    We Said We’d NEVER Do This … But Here We Are

    In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re talking about all the things we swore we would NEVER do… and somehow, here we are doing them 😄 From eating dinner at 4pm, to shopping at Dollar Tree, to slowing down behind the wheel (sorry to everyone honking behind us)… retirement has a way of changing your perspective in ways you don’t expect. We also get into: Why your daily routine shifts more than you thinkHow your spending mindset becomes more intentionalThe “real life” stuff nobody really talks about (hello Icy Hot and multiple pairs of glasses 👓)How hobbies change — and why something as simple as watching hummingbirds can bring real peaceAnd that moment when you realize… you don’t know today’s music like you thought you would 🎶This episode starts with a special moment about Sheri and Randy’s 6-year-old great niece, who created her own “podcast” about the show — a reminder that people are always watching, learning, and inspired by what we do. What we’ve realized is this: It’s not about getting older… it’s about adjusting to what actually works for you. And honestly? Some of the things we resisted the most… ended up making life a little easier. 🎙 Stuff we mentioned in this episode: Silicone Eyeglasses Temple Tips → https://amzn.to/424q0jq Kaytee Hummingbird ElectroNectar Food  → https://amzn.to/4cEUVJ8 Glass Hummingbird Feeders for Outdoors  → https://amzn.to/4tJWtYp Hand-Held Reading Magnifier →https://amzn.to/4eiTq4G (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.) 💬 We’d love to hear from you: What’s ONE thing you said you’d never do… but you’re doing now? Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    15 min
  6. APR 25

    Retirement Health Reality: What’s Wrong With Us Lately?

    Retirement health… it’s not exactly what we thought it would be. 😄 In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re getting real about the health changes that come with life after 50—and having a few laughs along the way. From everyday aches and pains to the growing list of medications, doctor visits, and those moments where you think, “What’s wrong with us lately?”… we’re talking about all of it. But this isn’t just about physical health. We also dive into the emotional side—how these changes can affect your mindset, your energy, and even how you see yourself. In this episode, we cover: The health issues we’re currently dealing withThe reality of managing medicationsDoctor visits, wait times, and frustrationsThe emotional toll of pain and agingAnd how we’re learning to navigate it allIf you’ve ever felt like your body didn’t get the retirement memo… you are definitely not alone. So grab a cup of coffee (and maybe your vitamins 😄), and join us for a real, honest conversation about retirement health, aging, and finding humor in the journey. Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    21 min
  7. The Letter That Changed Everything: A Story of Family, Truth, and Reunion

    APR 16

    The Letter That Changed Everything: A Story of Family, Truth, and Reunion

    For 18 years, Randy believed a story that wasn’t true. He was raised by his dad’s parents… told his mother was gone… and that the life he knew was the only one he had. But everything changed the day he did something he never did—he checked the mail. Inside was a letter… from the mother he was told didn’t exist anymore. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we share the unbelievable true story of how one letter uncovered a hidden past, reunited a family, and changed the course of Randy’s life forever. This is a conversation about truth, family secrets, second chances, and the moments that quietly rewrite everything. Because sometimes… the life you were meant to have is just one moment away. If this story moved you, take a second to follow the podcast and share it with someone who believes it’s too late for a new beginning. Because it’s not. Want to see this story unfold face-to-face? Watch the full episode on YouTube—where you can feel every moment, every pause, and every reaction that made this story so powerful. Just search Sherapy with Sheri & Randy on YouTube… and come sit awhile. Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    14 min
  8. Retirement Looks Different for Everyone… Here’s Our Story

    APR 9

    Retirement Looks Different for Everyone… Here’s Our Story

    Retirement doesn’t always look the way we planned… now what? In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re having a real conversation about what retirement actually looks like when life takes a different path. Sheri shares her journey of stepping away from work to care for their mom—and how that meant giving up savings and starting over later in life. Randy opens up about still working, not by choice, but because financial struggles and health challenges made retirement feel out of reach. We also talk about what so many people are experiencing today: • Living on Social Security • Working longer than expected • Rising costs, including insurance • Moving in with family • And redefining what “retirement” really means The truth is—retirement isn’t one-size-fits-all anymore. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Is this really what retirement is supposed to feel like?” You’re not alone. 💬 Join the conversation and tell us what your retirement looks like. 🎧 Follow on your favorite podcast app 📺 Watch full episodes on ⁠YouTube Got something to share? Send us Fan Mail — your note might inspire the next episode… or even become a performance in Email: The Musical! 🎶 👋 Stay connected: Subscribe, follow  & leave a review if Sherapy made you laugh, cry, or text your therapist.  Got a comment, story or one word suggestion you'd like to share? I want to hear it. Share your story (anonymously or not) at:  sherapypodcast@gmail.com Want more Sherapy between episodes? Check out my book on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUDtNIU It’s honest, hilarious, and healing — just like the podcast More episodes, blog & extras: sherapywithsheritodd.com Follow the chaos (and healing) here: Instagram →@sherapywithsheriandrandy Facebook →https://www.facebook.com/sherapywithsheriandrandy YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@CruisintheIE Theme music by: Sheri Todd and MakeBestMusic Written & hosted by: Sheri Todd  Recorded somewhere between healing and humor.

    11 min
5
out of 5
12 Ratings

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Sherapy with Sheri & Randy is the next chapter of Sherapy with Sheri—now evolved into real conversations between siblings navigating life, retirement, caregiving, health, and starting over. Honest, relatable, and sometimes funny, we share what this stage of life really looks like. Whether you planned for it or not—you’re not alone. 🎥 Prefer to watch? Find us on YouTube: Cruisin' the IE with Sheri & Randy. New episodes weekly, featuring our “ONE WORD” segment and stories from the road.