Mixing Up Midlife

Welcome to Mixing Up Midlife, a weekly show for women in their 50's and beyond who want to explore this incredible age by being more adventurous and more curious.
Each week Terri and Melissa talk about what matters most to empty-nesters and mid-life women.
Part reality show, part audio diary and part cocktail hour, this show is about remembering how to have fun in midlife.

Leave us a review if you enjoyed the podcast. As always, thanks for listening to Mixing Up Midlife, a podcast for women over 50 who are adventurous, curious and want to have fun.

212. Stepping Back to Move Forward

Jul 5, 2024

Summer Break: A Pause, Not a Goodbye

In this heartfelt episode of 'Mixing Up Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa discuss the challenges of balancing their beloved podcast with their busy lives. As they reflect on their journey and shared passion for creating content for women in their fifties and beyond, they announce a...

211. Women Over 50 UGC

Jun 21, 2024

The Power of User-Generated Content in Boosting Brand Popularity

In this episode, we explore user-generated content. Is it a good money maker for women over 50? We’ve got lots of questions and very few answers!

00:00 Introduction to Mixing at Midlife

00:47 Understanding User Generated Content (UGC)

03:10 The Value...

210. Micro Vacations and Writing Your Own Obituary

Jun 7, 2024

Terri and Melissa discuss the importance of micro vacations, and share their recent getaway experiences. We talk about memorable discussions from our last guest, Jean Blasberg, and the overarching philosophy of 'using your life as a laboratory.'

Is writing your own obituary a trend?

We wrap up the episode with...

209 Reinvention in Midlife Through Fiction and Farming with Author Jeanne Blasberg

May 31, 2024

Today we’re sitting down with award-winning author Jeanne Blasberg to discuss Jeanne's journey from writing successful novels like 'The Nine' and 'Eden’, to embracing a new life as a regenerative farmer in Wisconsin. Jeanne talks about the challenges and rewards of farming, the importance of curiosity and trying...

208. Midlife Pop Culture Catch Up

May 24, 2024

Ready for a pop culture deep dive with a midlife twist?

This week on Mixing Up Midlife, Terri and Melissa are back with a fun-filled episode, catching you up on all things midlife pop culture and sharing some personal adventures along the way.

What's on Tap?

Midlife Adventures: Terri and Melissa dish on Melissa’s...