This week, I sat down with the warm, wise, and wonderfully no-nonsense Melinda Chapman, a money and life strategist whose voice feels like a soft blanket and a firm nudge at the same time. Together, we dove straight into the messy truth so many women over 50 are living: pouring money into their dreams… while quietly going broke behind the scenes. Yep. We went there.

Melinda brings decades of lived clarity—corporate finance, motherhood, homeschooling, homesteading, and now guiding women back to their center—to talk about why so many of us are overspending on shiny tools, undercharging for our magic, and waiting for confidence to magically appear before making the big ask. Spoiler: confidence is not the appetizer. It’s the entrée that comes after action.

This conversation is juicy, tender, and a little audacious. It is for every woman who has woken up thinking, “Wait… am I the only one not making $10k months?” (You’re not.) And it’s for every woman ready to make bold choices, prune what isn’t serving her, and come alive again in her second half of life.

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What do you do when life hands you two medical plot twists, a heart transplant, a breast cancer diagnosis, grief, anxiety, and a world that keeps calling you “strong”? In this conversation, I sit down with my dear friend and guide, Kristina Langston, to talk about what it really looks like to walk through it all with support, humor, and a stubborn commitment to joy.

Kristina shares the story of her husband Juan’s heart transplant and her own breast cancer journey—from the shock of hearing “it’s the C-word” to chemo chairs lined up so she could walk to the bathroom, to the anxiety that didn’t show up until after the treatments were done. She talks about the power of language, how labels (like “widow” or “in remission”) land in the body, and why she refuses to keep speaking words that don’t match the future she’s creating.

We explore healing as a deeply human, spiritual, and very practical process: asking for help, letting people love you, listening instead of fixing, and finding your posse of truth-tellers. We also dive into Kristina’s retreat, Holy Dirt & Sacred Fire, and how reconnecting with the earth, each other, and our own voice might be the bravest way to face the second half of life. This is an episode for every woman who’s ever thought, “All the good is behind me”… and is ready to believe there’s more.

In this episode, Sandy sits down with Why Not Today movement founder Leslie Kane to talk about what really happens between the big idea and the big result — that gloriously uncomfortable place known as the messy middle. From her 31-year Mary Kay career to launching a podcast and inner circle for women entrepreneurs, Leslie pulls back the curtain on what it takes to live bravely, take courageous action, and stop waiting for the “perfect” moment… because newsflash: it’s not coming.

Along the way they talk about liminal space, why women get stuck polishing their websites instead of talking to actual humans, and how community support can be the difference between quietly shrinking and finally stepping into your next chapter.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re in between versions of yourself — too early to quit, too restless to stay the same — this conversation is your loving shove forward. No fluff, no fake “I’ve got it all together,” just two honest women talking about courage, action, and keeping your heart alive in the process.

In this sparkly little appetizer episode, Sandy is joined by surprise guest Gemma, who drops in with one simple invitation: “Let’s call in a miracle.” From there, things get deliciously powerful. Gemma breaks down what a miracle really is—not fluffy wishful thinking, but consciously suspending the “laws” you’ve been living by. Fire doesn’t have to burn. Water doesn’t have to drown. Your age doesn’t have to limit your dreams. Another reality is always available, if you’re willing to assume it.

Sandy then shares a real-time miracle of her own: how she landed a TEDx talk in Wilmington, Delaware at age 69 by making bold requests, shifting her language, and literally picturing herself walking off that stage like the fabulous queen she is. Together, they show you how to step into the version of you after the miracle has already happened—and how that shift changes what you ask for and what you receive.

If you’ve ever said, “I really want that… but I don’t know if it’s possible,” this episode is your loving, slightly sassy nudge to stop wanting and start assuming.

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What happens when life hands you a spotlight — and you’re over 60, healing from heartbreak, and terrified to say yes? Roxanne Massey did exactly that when she joined The Golden Bachelor. In this soulful and sparkly conversation, we dive into what it really takes to show up for yourself, step into vulnerability, and live like the goddess you already are.

Roxanne — nurse, longevity coach, and unapologetic adventurer — shares how she turned grief into purpose, fear into empowerment, and sisterhood into her new superpower. From comedy roasts and courage to her new wellness platform for women over 50, this one’s a golden ticket to saying “yes” when your knees — and your comfort zone — are shaking.

In this deeply human and eye-opening Veterans Day episode, Sandy sits down with Leah Stiles, a Navy veteran, survivor, and founder of C WAVES, a nonprofit transforming how we understand eating disorders in the military.

What starts as a conversation about identity after service quickly dives into uncharted waters: the silent epidemic of eating disorders among service members, the myth of “fit not fat,” and how Leah’s own 30-year struggle turned into her mission to save others.

This one’s packed with honesty, courage, and some serious myth-busting about what health really looks like. Whether you’ve served, loved someone who has, or ever looked in the mirror and thought “not enough,” this episode will crack your heart open and fill it with fire.

Leah Stiles is the founder of Sea Waves, the nation’ only Veteran Service Organization dedicated to advocating for, educating, and supporting active duty service members, veterans, and their families who are dealing with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body dysmorphia. With twenty years of service and retiring as a Navy Senior Chief, she developed a strong commitment to supporting the well-being of her fellow service members. Having personally navigated the challenges of eating disorders during her service, she recognized the critical need for specialized support. Through Sea Waves, Leah is dedicated to offering crucial support and resources for prevention, recovery, and resilience. She strives to be a lighthouse, shining light on this often-taboo issue and guiding others who may be in the dark or weathering their own storms.

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What if your second act wasn’t a slow fade—but a full-blown spotlight moment? In this heartfelt, fire-filled conversation, Sandy sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Ivy Vander Veldt, the visionary behind Empowering a Billion Women. From her divine calling to her weekend with Oprah (yes, that Oprah), Ivy opens up about walking in faith, redefining wealth, and saying “why not?” to the biggest dreams of your life.

This episode will leave you laughing, crying, and probably reworking your vision board—with lipstick on and your shoulders back. Sandy and Ivy don’t just talk about success; they unpack what it means to own your worth, especially when the world tells you it’s too late or too lofty.

What if saying yes could change your life? In this conversation, Sandy sits down with the magnetic Christina Vidovich—former dance studio owner turned podcasting powerhouse—to talk about what it really means for women to get visible.

From running “Two Left Feet” to launching Women Getting Visible and hosting her first conference, Christina shares how trust, confidence, and a dash of alter-ego magic (hello, Sylvia Torstein!) transformed her path. Together, Sandy and Christina explore how midlife visibility isn’t about reinvention—it’s about returning to the star of the life you used to lead… and stepping back into the spotlight, rhinestone sneakers and all.

It’s equal parts pep talk and permission slip. Lipstick on, shoulders back—this one’s a whole vibe.