In this episode of Her Next Act, Joan Paul sits down with award-winning playwright, author, and lyricist Robin Pullen to explore how curiosity, creativity, and collaboration can fuel a thriving second act well into your 60s and beyond.
If you've ever quietly held onto a childhood dream, or wondered whether it's too late, this conversation will encourage you to start.
This episode is a beautiful reminder that creativity has no expiration date, and that the dreams we tuck away in childhood often have a way of finding us again, more vividly and when we collaborate we can finally bring them to life.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
→ How childhood dreams often re-emerge later in life when we have the space to pursue them
→ Why it's never too late to reach for something you've always wanted to do
→ The power of telling overlooked stories, especially those of women in history
→ How collaboration with other creatives can amplify your work and give you courage
→ How to build community around your work and use it as a force for good
→ How curiosity is the secret to staying vibrant, no matter your age
About Robin:
Robin Pullen is an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and author whose work spans children's musicals, plays, and picture books. A retired special education and gifted teacher for over 3 decades, Robin is the creator of the play Cows in a Snowstorm; Caro's Comet, a musical and picture book celebrating astronomer Caroline Herschel, and Amelia the Island, a chapter book and musical honoring the rich history of Amelia Island, Florida. Her latest project, Wild Women of Amelia, debuts in March 2027 at Amelia Musical Playhouse and has grown into a community-driven movement supporting women-led charities. Robin believes deeply in the power of stories to inspire children, build community, and empower women of every age to step into what's next.
Website: https://pullenplaywright.com/
Books:
Amelia, The Island: https://storyandsongarts.org/bookstore/kids-young-adults/
Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella: can be found wherever you buy books
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Thank you for listening and remember, you're never too old, and it's not too late! That one day is now!
xojoan
