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More Than Your AgeEp. 100- Convicted on 15 Felony Counts at the Age of 31: The United States of America vs. Mary Elizabeth Forsythe: Part IThis. Is. Episode 100!!! Welcome and I’m so glad you are here! This episode is one that is near and dear to my heart. I had the immense privilege of speaking to Mary Elizabeth Forsythe. I read her book and was in AWE of what she experienced, her life before prison, during, and the life changing event that happened to her while in prison. There was so much from this conversation. You will not believe it. Mary is so much more than a 15-time convicted felon, and her story will prove it even more so. She is a strong wo...
2025-08-121h 29More Than Your AgeEp. 99- She Left the Public School Classroom After 20 Years — Now Millions Watch Her Homeschool Life with Sarah WehkampWhat happens when a seasoned public school teacher leaves the classroom after 20 years and steps into the unknown world of homeschooling? In this powerful episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Sarah Wehkamp, viral content creator, entrepreneur, and host of The Homeschool Hug podcast.Sarah opens up about her personal journey — from teaching overseas to feeling lost in motherhood, to rediscovering her identity. With a heart for education and a passion for family, Sarah shares how she transitioned from the traditional school system to homeschooling her children — and how that leap...
2025-07-2955 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 97- She’s Corey Haim’s Sister—But Her Comeback Story Is Her Own: Filmmaking at 51, Comedy Wins at 53, and a 15-Year Battle with Infertility with Cari HaimWhat if the thing you're meant to do still hasn't happened yet?In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Cari Haim—a 55-year-old actor, breast cancer survivor, and new stand-up comic—to talk about reinvention, rejection, and reclaiming your voice at any age.Cari shares her early experience as a teen actor and the complicated reality of having a famous last name (yes, she’s the sister of the late actor Corey Haim). She opens up about the pain of infertility, her unexpe...
2025-07-0154 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 95- Never Dated at 42: Why This Pharmacist Walked Away from Love and Her Career with Lesleigh WallaceIn this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Lesleigh L. Wallace—a pharmacist who made a bold career change into full-time ministry. If you’ve ever wondered how to reinvent your life after 40, embrace singleness with confidence, or find your identity beyond your job title, this conversation is for you.Lesleigh shares her personal story of transitioning from a successful pharmacy career to becoming the operations director in ministry, all while navigating imposter syndrome, grief over lost expectations, and discovering her true calling. She opens up about what it means to f...
2025-06-0348 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 94- When the Dream of Motherhood is Stripped Away: Choosing to Stay in Marriage, Leaving Corporate and Moving across the World at 51 with Ellen BuchananIn this powerful and deeply personal episode on The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar chats with Ellen Buchanan who shares her remarkable transformation from a high-achieving corporate professional to a full-time traveler, wellness advocate, and creative entrepreneur. Born in the Philippines, Ellen’s global journey spans multiple countries and career shifts—including years in the hospitality industry with Hilton and launching her own real estate staging business.Ellen opens up about her emotional experience navigating the reality that motherhood wasn’t an option, embracing cultural expectations, and the healing role of therapy. She talks candid...
2025-05-2057 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 93- Suffering for 20 Years and Ready to End it All—How One Comment at 60 Changed Everything with Vickie TurleyIs it too late to start over after 60? Absolutely not—and Vickie Turley is living proof.In this inspiring episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Vickie Turley, a 67-year-old woman who transformed her life after 20 years of chronic pain, prescription dependency, and emotional isolation. Once bedridden and unsure of her purpose, Vickie shares how faith, resilience, and one bold decision led her to healing, freedom, and a brand-new calling in her retirement years.You’ll hear how Vickie overcame debilitating health issues —and how that physical breakthrough paved...
2025-05-0650 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 92- The 12 Year Journey to Become a Lawyer at 44 After Surviving 3 Near Death Experiences with Lavonne Cliff ThomasIn this episode of The More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Michigan-based estate planning attorney Lavonne Cliff Thomas, who shares her inspiring story of resilience, faith, and purpose after surviving three brain surgeries and navigating major life setbacks.Lavonne opens up about how her life-threatening health challenges—including multiple craniotomies—shaped her personal and professional path. With deep spiritual insight, Lavonne shares how her Christian faith anchored her through the storm and ultimately led her to launch Cliff Thomas Law, where she helps individuals and families prepare for the future with wills, trusts, and esta...
2025-04-2257 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 91- The Mom Who Started Hip Hop Street Dance with Zero Experience at 41 and Breaking at 45 with Adele LatuIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Adele Latu, an inspiring entrepreneur, dancer, and founder of Soul Submitted Designs. Adele shares her incredible journey of discovering hip hop at age 41, breaking (breakdancing) at 45, and launching an apparel brand alongside her family. Through her story, Adele highlights the resilience required to embrace new challenges later in life and the importance of pursuing dreams despite societal expectations.Tune in to hear how Adele’s family plays an integral role in their business, how dancing has become an av...
2025-04-0857 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 89- When the Acting Teacher Finally Gets Her Chance On Screen at 54 with Birdy LaneIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Erica Pasvar chats with Birdy Lane who shares her inspiring journey from being a dedicated drama teacher to pursuing her passion for acting and comedy. With over 27 years of experience in education, Birdy discusses the pivotal moments that led her to embrace her creative side, including the impact of supportive teachers and the challenges of navigating the acting world. She emphasizes the importance of following one's passion, the role of Ikigai in her life, and the joy of being on set. Birdy also reflects on her experiences with bullying...
2025-03-181h 05More Than Your AgeEp. 88- A Murder, Mass Shooting, and Millionaire in her 20s: A Journey Through Loss and Healing with Leisa PetersonGuest: Leisa Peterson, Author of The Mindful Millionaire, Founder of WealthClinicHost: Erica Pasvar, More Than Your Age PodcastIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, Erica Pasvar sits down with Leisa Peterson, a financial expert, author, and entrepreneur who shares her journey of overcoming limiting beliefs around wealth, success, and personal growth. Leisa opens up about her personal experiences, and how a murder and mass shooting affected her and the mindset shifts that transformed her life.Tune in to learn how to break free from self-doubt, build confidence, and create a life filled with purpose and financial empowerment...
2025-03-0453 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 87- A Life Without Dreams, Until a Trip to Israel Changed Everything at 55 with Diana ToupsIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host, Erica Pasvar chats with Diana Toups, the founder of Bridges for Bethlehem, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding those in need in Palestine. Diana shares how a life-changing trip to the Holy Land opened her eyes to suffering she couldn’t ignore and set her on a path she never imagined—establishing a nonprofit in her 60s. From homeschooling her children to pursuing her degree 40 years later, Diana’s journey shows how dreams evolve from one thing, to something completely new and different, and how it’s never too late to...
2025-02-2547 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 86- Altering the LA Skyline Forever at 27 with Consuelo CrosbyIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar sits down with Consuelo Crosby, a structural engineer and founder of Encuentras Media. As a proud Peruvian woman, Consuelo shares her inspiring journey of navigating a male-dominated industry, the impact of her mother’s influence, and her deep-rooted passion for empowering women through storytelling. She opens up about her adventurous spirit, the delicate balance between motherhood and career success, and the significance of cultural identity.Throughout the conversation, Consuelo highlights the power of community and encourages listeners—especially women who feel stuck or uncertain about their next step...
2025-02-1854 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 83- From Dallas Cowboys to Creating Sun Lovin' Roots: Dopamine-Inducing Activewear at 36 with Stacie JonesIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, host Erica Pasvar chats with Stacie Jones, founder of the athleisure brand Sun Lovin' Roots. Stacie shares her inspiring journey from working with the Dallas Cowboys to pursuing her entrepreneurial dream. Together, they dive into the pressure to achieve "big" things and how societal expectations can shape our definition of success.
Stacie's story shares how finding fulfillment in ways may not always seem grandiose but can be deeply meaningful. She reflects on her decision to scale back her business to align with her personal...
2025-01-281h 00More Than Your AgeEp. 81- From Leading to Leaving the Billion Dollar Company Spanx with Michelle WooWelcome to a brand-new season of The More Than Your Age Podcast! Whether you’re a long-time listener or just discovering the show, I’m so glad you’re here. This season is packed with incredible stories from inspiring women, and I can’t wait for you to hear them!
In this episode, Erica Pasvar sits down with Michelle Woo, a master gardener, artist, and founder of Hearts and Spades. Michelle shares her journey from growing up in a creative household to working her way up as the executive director of the Spanx by Sara Blakely Foundation at a ver...
2025-01-141h 03More Than Your AgeReflections on 2 Years with More Than Your Age and... Happy Thanksgiving!In this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar reflects on the importance of taking breaks, the upcoming powerful survival story of a friend, and celebrates two years of podcasting. She shares her personal growth journey, the lessons learned from various women interviewed, and emphasizes the significance of faith and resilience in overcoming life's challenges. Erica encourages listeners to embrace their unique stories and reminds them that every age is a gift.
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2024-11-2606 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 77- The Last Hug at 12: From Foster Care and Betrayal to Homelessness and Hope with Niccole NelsonIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Nicole Nelson shares her profound journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by her mother's addiction and her experiences in foster care, to finding her identity and strength as an adult. She discusses the challenges of being adopted into a family that treated her as a business rather than a loved one, her eventual reunion with her mother, and the impact of her early life on her relationships. Nicole also reflects on her transition to motherhood, the struggles of homelessness, and how her faith has played a crucial role in...
2024-11-191h 01More Than Your AgeEp. 76- Becoming a Mother at 15: Her Fight to Save Her Child While Others Lost Theirs with Tara BushawIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Tara Bushaw shares her incredible journey as a mother of eight, a homeschooling advocate, and a successful entrepreneur. From becoming a teenage mother to navigating the challenges of raising a large family while building a freelance career, Tara's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth. She discusses the impact of her early experiences on her parenting style, the decision to homeschool her children, and the health crises that shaped her family's dynamics. Tara's insights offer valuable lessons on balancing motherhood, work, and personal aspirations. In this conversation...
2024-11-121h 03More Than Your AgeEp. 75- Freedom from Binge Eating at 52 with Yvonne GrossiIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, master coach Yvonne Grossi shares her transformative journey of overcoming binge eating, which began at age 52. Yvonne discusses her struggles with food, the emotional turmoil that led to her binge eating, and how she found recovery through coaching and self-compassion. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's emotions and the role of coaching in facilitating personal growth. Yvonne also shares insights on building a coaching business and encourages women to take small steps towards their goals, reminding them that change doesn't have to happen all at once.
2024-11-0557 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 74- Embracing Self-Worth After a Battle with Childhood Insecurities with Elizabeth SchutzIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, Elizabeth Schutz shares her journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and insecurities that stemmed from childhood experiences. She discusses the impact of competition and comparison in her upbringing, the importance of finding acceptance and validation, and how relationships played a crucial role in her healing process. Elizabeth emphasizes the significance of therapy, community support, and the willingness to pursue dreams despite challenges. She also highlights her work with survivors of trafficking and the empowerment that comes from helping others navigate their own journeys of self-discovery and healing.
2024-10-2956 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 73- Winning Beauty Pageants at 43 and Turning Pain into Purpose with Heather BrookeIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, host Erica Pasvar interviews Heather Brooke, the reigning Miss West Tennessee for America. Heather opens up about her powerful story of overcoming childhood trauma, including sexual abuse and trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder. She shares how these challenges have shaped her into the woman she is today, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and self-compassion.
Heather’s experiences in the world of pageantry, even after turning 40, offer inspiration for women of all ages. She highlights how competing in beauty pageants gave her the confidence to use her pl...
2024-10-2253 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 72- Beating Breast Cancer Twice by the Age of 40 with Joya RobertsonWelcome back to The More Than Your Age Podcast!
I appreciate you joining and listening in. I want to thank you all for being a part of a special 3-part series for both Domestic Violence and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I know these episodes are heavier than usual, but they offer immense hope and light as we hear each woman’s story of overcoming some of the darkest seasons in their lives.
This week’s episode brings additional hope as we hear from Joya Robertson, a two-time breast cancer survivor. At one point, Joya almost gave up, but she realized she...
2024-10-1548 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 71- A Lawyer at 50- The Unexpected Career with Tina KellerTina Keller, an attorney and author, shares her journey of becoming a lawyer later in life after experiencing domestic violence. She started her law school journey at the age of 45 and graduated at 50. Tina grew up witnessing domestic violence in her parents' and grandparents' households, which shaped her views on relationships. She made a firm decision to never tolerate physical abuse in her own marriage. However, she later realized that she was in an abusive marriage, which led her to leave and file for divorce. The next steps for Tina would lead her towards a career she never thought...
2024-10-0852 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 68- Motherhood on Her Own Terms: A Journey of Heartbreak, Hope, and Defying the Odds with Sarah CoxIn today’s episode, Sarah Cox shares her heartwarming and inspiring journey to becoming a mother as a single woman. Like many women, Sarah dreamed of getting married and having children, but when her plan A didn’t work out, she knew motherhood was still non-negotiable. Sarah discusses her decision to pursue foster care and adoption after realizing marriage wasn’t in her immediate future. She opens up about the challenges, heartbreaks, and triumphs she faced along the way.
Sarah’s story is heartwarming and quite touching on how she became a mother in a very untraditional way....
2024-09-1747 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 67- Losing Your Identity After a Hysterectomy at 34… What’s Next? With Tarina GangerIn today’s episode, I’m excited to introduce you to Tarina Ganger, the founder of Tranquil Guide. I first discovered Tarina through a pro-aging Instagram post about embracing new beginnings at any age—whether it's starting over at 40, finding yourself at 50, or getting married at 60. Tarina’s insightful comment caught my attention, and I knew I had to invite her on the show.
After a few technical bumps and some sound issues, I’m thrilled to finally share our conversation from this past spring. Tarina opens up about her journey of rebuilding her life after setbacks, including...
2024-09-101h 02More Than Your AgeEp. 66- When a Fire Destroys Your Business- Rebuilding Olive It Boutique with Melissa BriscoeIn this episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, I chat with Melissa Briscoe, the owner of Olive It, a charming floral and gift boutique in New York. I really enjoyed learning about Melissa and hearing her story from navigating multiple career changes, personal growth, and unexpected challenges. From her beginnings in hospitality to the bold leap of opening her own floral shop during the pandemic, Melissa's story is one of resilience, community support, and the determination to keep going no matter the odds. She opens up about her setbacks that would cause most people to quit, the l...
2024-09-0344 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 65- Finding Poetry After 60: The Journey to Becoming an Award-Winning Poet with Karen Luke JacksonIn this episode, I am joined by an award-winning poet and educator, Karen Luke Jackson. From shaping innovative educational programs to leading life-changing workshops, Karen shares how her experiences have guided her towards a life of purpose and fulfillment. She opens up about the importance of embracing aging, the wisdom it brings, and the cultural shift needed to value older generations. This part of the interview is my FAVORITE. I can’t wait for you to listen to this part of the show!
Karen’s story is a testament to pursuing passions at any age...
2024-08-2749 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 64- How a Pinch of Salt Revolutionized Gluten-Free Pastries in DFW with Abby DumontIn today’s episode, I sat down with Abby Dumont, the creator and visionary behind Pinch of Salt Pastries. Abby’s journey from studying English to becoming a successful baker is a story of passion and innovation. After developing dietary restrictions, Abby saw a need for delicious gluten-free options and began baking to fill that gap. What started as a small operation at local farmers markets has grown into a beloved bakery known throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth coffee scene.
Abby shares the challenges she faced, the importance of taking small steps, and the value of community support in g...
2024-08-2051 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 63- Transforming the Glucose Tolerance Test to The Fresh Test with Jacquie RamseyIn this episode of the More Than Your Age podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Jacquie Ramsey, the founder of FreshTest, about her groundbreaking product and her journey in the healthcare industry. FreshTest offers an organic and additive-free alternative to the traditional glucose test for pregnant women. Jacquie explains the importance of this test for screening gestational diabetes and highlights concerns about the ingredients in the conventional glucose drink. She saw an opportunity to create a healthier option and dedicated years to navigating FDA regulations to bring FreshTest to market.
Jacquie shares her extensive experience working...
2024-08-1350 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 62- Living with MS and Winning a European Weightlifting Championship at 60 with Kim RahirWelcome back to The More Than Your Age podcast! Boy does it feel good to be back and releasing new episodes.
In today's episode, Kim Rahir shares how her life changed dramatically after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome and later multiple sclerosis (MS).
Despite these health challenges, Kim remained resilient. She learned to appreciate the small moments and let go of unnecessary stress, becoming a more patient and grateful mother. Kim fought for her right to make informed treatment decisions and eventually stopped lifelong injections.
Through strength training, Kim reclaimed her physical and mental health, regaining lost reflexes and confidence. S...
2024-08-061h 00More Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 36- Creating the Global Movement of 1000 Hours Outside with Ginny Yurich
If you’ve been around for a minute, you may know how much I am in love with the 1000 Hours Outside movement and have been inspired and in awe of the founder, Ginny Yurich. I reached out to Ginny about this time last summer and was hopeful I’d get to interview someone on my “wish list”, and someone who has made a huge impact in my life, without even knowing her. I acted like a giddy school girl when she said yes, and I was incredibly thankful for Ginny giving me her time and sharing her story. If you have...
2024-07-301h 01More Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 33- How a Highly Successful Chief Marketing Officer had to Start Over at 55 with Lisa LankesThis week’s Flashback Episode has been the number 1 ranked episode for over 6 months. When I’ve polled listeners regarding their top favorite episodes, this one is always an episode people enjoyed and voted for. You can tell that as well based on the number of downloads. Lisa Lankes was incredibly gracious to give me her time and join me for this episode. She’s a pretty powerful woman, and I know you will leave inspired by her story as well. Enjoy the show!
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2024-07-161h 19More Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 32- How Life Moves Forward after a Divorce at 46 with Cristi CarothersThis week’s Flashback series is still one of the highest ranked episodes. Cristi was incredibly open about her story, how she is more than a divorced woman, but how that shift in her life and identity helped her push forward to launch her career and find a new passion at the age of 46. Cristi was a delight, and I know her story already spoke to so many, and will speak to many more of you new listeners as well. Enjoy the show!
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2024-07-091h 08More Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 17- Part II- A Stay at Home Mom to Grad Student To Licensed Professional Counselor, Starting in Her Mid 30s with Jessica DeVossThis week’s Flashback episode was one that I personally gained a lot from. I’ve quoted this guest probably the most out of any other guest based on her perspective of pursuing goals or dreams and not being limited to pursue anything based on age or life circumstance. At the time of this interview, Jessica was pursuing her masters after years away from school, and just recently graduated. I’ve been watching on her social media and am very excited that she completed this goal and if she hasn’t already, will embark on this new career that she’s always w...
2024-07-0257 minMore Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 11- Giving up a Kidney to Save a Friend’s Life with Holland HamThis week’s Flashback Episode is from a dear college friend of mine who so generously gave her kidney to a friend in need. The personal reviews and encouragement I heard from this episode really stood out, and this became a popular favorite for so many. It’s a remarkable story on how God;s hand was all over Holland and her friend. It’s one of those stories that you hear and can’t deny the existence of God and his work in our lives. I know you will walk away encouraged. Enjoy the show!
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2024-06-2550 minMore Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 8- Creating a Globally Successful Gut Health Program with Dr. Heather FinleyI really enjoyed this Flashback Episode with my friend, Heather Finley. I had the privilege of living down the street from Heather for a while and joined her global gut health program. Her program is such a game changer and did wonders for me, and is continuing to do wonders for others. I had a lot of people reach out regarding this episode. They found it very helpful, and I hope you do too. Enjoy the show!
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In today’s episode, Erica Pasvar talks with Dietician, Dr. Heather Finley about her special Gut He...
2024-06-1135 minMore Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 7 Becoming a Widow at 37 with Kim RauscherThis week’s Flashback Episode is one that was insanely heavy. This episode is still ranked at the top of the charts and continues to inspire so many. Kim went through a very difficult season with the loss of her husband, and her perspective and view on everything is absolutely remarkable. This is not a happy go-lucky episode, but it is one that truly made an impact for so many. Enjoy the show. :)
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What would you do if you received the call that yo...
2024-06-041h 03More Than Your AgeFlashback Series: Ep. 3 From Speech Pathology to Professional Artist at the Age of 28 with Sarah HickeyWelcome to this year’s Summer Flashback Series. I am taking a break this summer, as my husband and I just welcomed our 4th child, our precious daughter into the world on May 9th. I had originally planned to edit and release another 2 episodes that were previously recorded throughout the end of May, but our baby girl ended up arriving sooner than expected. Because of this, I am stopping earlier and decided to release the podcast episodes that have had the biggest impact on the audience. I love all of The More Than Your Age Podcast Episodes, but these ar...
2024-05-2842 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 61-Reigniting a Buried Dream of Musical Theater at 46 with Anna BuenasedaAnna Buenaseda shares her journey of pursuing her passion for musical theater after years of putting it aside due to cultural and financial barriers. She discusses how her love for music and singing developed from a young age and how she was inspired by the musical Miss Saigon. Anna explains the cultural pressure she faced to pursue a stable career and the decision to pursue healthcare instead. She reflects on her career in healthcare and the fulfillment she found in serving others. After a pivotal moment at a concert, Anna decides to reignite her passion for musical theater and pursue...
2024-05-2153 minMore Than Your AgeLife UpdateThis week's episode is a quick on.
Take a listen to hear Erica's life update and come back next week for episode 61!
2024-05-1401 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 60- The Unexpected Life Following a Quick Marriage at 22 with Melanie GalavizIn this deeply moving episode, we dive into the profound journey of resilience and hope with our guest, Melanie Galaviz. Melanie shares her story of enduring unimaginable pain as a newly married woman at 22, and how she navigated through life's darkest moments with courage and determination. Despite the difficulties, Melanie never felt like a victim and found strength in her husband's resilience. She shares the importance of allowing oneself to feel emotions but not staying in a negative mindset. Melanie shares her journey of supporting her husband through cancer, creating a bucket list, and finding purpose after his passing...
2024-05-071h 10More Than Your AgeEp. 59- No Longer Hiding Behind a Brand: The Journey from Teacher to Artist with Carisha DavisCarisha Davis shares her journey from choosing teaching as a career to transitioning to teaching art and eventually starting her own art business. She initially pursued a career in law but found her passion in coaching and teaching. Carisha's love for sports and coaching led her to become an English teacher, but she always had a passion for art. After years of teaching, she decided to pursue her love for art and started her own business, initially focusing on home decor. Despite financial challenges and doubts from others, Carisha believed in her business and canceled out the noise. Carisha...
2024-04-3058 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 58- The Path to Creating a Beautiful Novel and Becoming a Published Author with Sarah DamoffSarah Damoff shares her journey from her career in family studies, children's ministry, and foster care. She then transitions to becoming a stay-at-home mom and later a guardian ad litem. Sarah's passion for advocating for children and human rights leads her to pursue writing, and she shares her process of learning about the publishing industry and finding an agent. Sarah shares her journey of navigating the publishing industry, from reaching out to agents to selling short form writings and eventually selling her novel, The Bright Years. She discusses the setbacks she faced along the way and how age should...
2024-04-2354 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 57- Launching The Bar Method and the Difficult Decision to Sell: A Story of Entrepreneurship and Growth with The Bulcher SistersToday is a special day as I not only had the opportunity to interview one, but two guests! This was a first time experience having two guests on the show. I’m very thankful my first 2 guest interviews were with The Bulcher sisters. I met both Erin and Nicole several years ago when they opened their fitness studio, The Bar Method. It was an exciting time to witness and watch unfold as a dream came to fruition. With that dream comes a lot of hard work and stressful times. I had a great conversation with both Erin and Nicole re...
2024-04-161h 09More Than Your AgeEp. 56- Creating Unforgettable Moments with Not Ur Average Picnic and Rae JohnsonI was introduced to my guest on today’s show several years ago at a friend’s bachelorette party. The most beautiful outdoor picnic was created for a group of 15 or so women honoring my friend. Rae Johnson, the founder and owner of Not Ur Average Picnic, was the one who created a beautiful masterpiece that transformed the backyard and made the picnic glamorous for my friend. I’ve been following along on her journey (from afar), and have been in awe of the beautiful work she does. I knew she started this business at a “young” age and I wanted t...
2024-04-0933 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 55- Breaking the Rules on Becoming a Singer-Songwriter with Caroline CobbMusic has a way of speaking to our souls in a variety of ways. How a songwriter can convey truth and poetry to create a song that leaves an impact on our hearts is truly remarkable. I came across my guest today at an intimate concert back in the fall of 2023. Every single song she sang was profound and deeply touching. I had the opportunity to chat with her after the show and learned a little bit about how she got started in her music career. I knew instantly that her story would be one to share with the...
2024-04-0235 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 54- When "Happily Ever After" Fails to Deliver and Life Has a Greater Purpose with Vendi AshleyWe all have a perception on what marriage should look like, and when is the best time to get married. You may think marriage should happen at a really young age or that you need to wait until you’ve experienced more life. You may also think that your life will have value and a purpose once you’ve met the love of your life. The reality is that our lives aren’t complete or incomplete once we have or have not found the “right one.” My guest, Vendi Stepney, on today’s episode shares her journey of what happened when...
2024-03-2652 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 53- Fulfilling a Childhood Dream of Opening a Bakery at 23 with Rebekah HoffpauirI love seeing people’s dreams come true, especially when the odds could be stacked against them. When someone has a huge passion and chases after their dream, regardless of what others may say, and it comes to fruition, it is such an exciting thing to witness and celebrate. Today’s guest is just that person.
Rebekah Hoffpauir, owner of the Bekery bakery, shares her journey of starting and growing her Parisian-inspired pastry shop in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She discusses the menu items, the European atmosphere she aims to create, and her passion for baking. Rebecca talks about...
2024-03-1938 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 52- Redefining Success: The Journey from CEO Aspirations to Family Fulfillment with Kenzie WilsonWe’ve all had a vision in our minds of what success looks like. For some, it may be being the best at your craft or job, for others it may be a specific title or accolade, and for some, it may be something more simplistic. No matter what, everyone has a vision and idea of success. In today’s episode, I speak with Kenzie Wilson who is a Texas educator and someone who viewed success in one light, and completely transformed her vision of what success really means after becoming a mother. This episode is slightly different than most...
2024-03-1246 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 51- Choosing Special Needs Adoption as the First Pathway to Parenthood with Abby SnyderI think there’s something special and unique about a person when you get the opportunity to talk to them and feel this connection and draw towards them as a person. There are people in this world that are truly remarkable and the fact that I had the opportunity to speak with one and discover her kindness and unique warmth, made this interview extra special. Abby Snyder shared a part of her story in how she and her husband decided to pursue adoption, and not just a neurotypical adoption, but one with children with special needs. It’s a grea...
2024-03-051h 07More Than Your AgeEp. 50- Expecting and 40: Embracing New Life and Reflections on AgingIt’s the 50th episode!!!! I can’t believe it! How have 50 episodes come in what I feel is short amount of time?! But it has, and I am grateful to be here. Coincidentally, the 50th episode coincides with my 40th birthday! Well… just a few days after, but I decided to use this episode as a solo episode to reflect on turning 40, what comes with it, and everything in between. Enjoy this short episode and thanks for celebrating with me!
Takeaways
-Turning 40 can be a time for reflection and introspection.
-Not...
2024-02-2714 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 49- Embarking on a Stand -Up Comedy Career at 51 with Angela OwenThis episode is full of laughs and enjoyment as I had the opportunity to chat with the very funny comedian, Angela Owen. She shares her journey from life before pursuing comedy, to where she is now:
Angela, a former hairdresser, shares her journey of transitioning to comedy at the age of 51. Angela explains how her background in hairdressing and writing prepared her for a career in stand-up comedy. She discusses the challenges and rewards of pursuing comedy at an older age and the importance of finding her unique point of view. Angela also shares...
2024-02-2057 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 48- Beyond Mania: Learning to Live Again with Bipolar Disorder at 29 with Beka Joy HullI really am humbled each opportunity I get to sit down with each woman I’ve had the chance to speak with and share a part of their story on this podcast. Sometimes, there’s a lot of heartache that has turned around for the better. This week’s episode is no different. To be honest, I had a completely different vision of what my interview would be like with my guest based on what I “knew” about her and her journey. But when we communicated beforehand and during the interview, there was a completely different outcome than what I had imag...
2024-02-131h 07More Than Your AgeEp. 47- The Powerful Decision to Pursue the Music Career of Her Dreams at 41 with Monica ShriverI was introduced to my guest on today's episode in a really neat way thanks to social media. I saw a brief summary of her life and knew she would be perfect for the podcast.
Monica Shriver, Saxophonist and Composer, shares her journey from being primarily a teacher for 20 years to pursuing the kind of music career she always wanted at age 41. She discusses the challenges she faced in the education system, and how she felt forced to put her musical goals on hold. Monica talks about her decision to pursue a master's degree...
2024-02-0659 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 46- Road to Resilience: Overcoming a Near-Death Experience at 18 with Julia NicholsonWhat an impactful and special episode this was for me to record. I was introduced to Julia Nicholson through her book and resonated with so much of what she shared and expressed as someone recently experiencing grief myself. I can’t wait for you to hear this phenomenal and highly inspirational story.
What you can expect:
Julia Nicholson shares her story of resilience and overcoming adversity after a life-altering car accident during her freshman year of college. She discusses the impact of the accident on her physical and mental wel...
2024-01-301h 10More Than Your AgeEp. 44- How Closed Doors, Identity Loss, and a Traumatic Labor Helped Launch a Life Changing Parenting Resource: Kitchen Table Apologetics with Jennifer BlehmWelcome back to a new line-up of incredible women with inspiring stories to start of the 2024 year. I am thrilled to showcase these phenomenal women this year. To start off the new season if you’d like, I had the opportunity to speak with Jennifer Blehm.
Jennifer shares her journey from aspiring missionary to motherhood and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the closed door of missionary work, the emotional impact of pregnancy loss, and the traumatic experience of her son's birth. Through these experiences, Jennifer found a new sense of pur...
2024-01-161h 17More Than Your AgeEp. 43- Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This is officially the FINAL episode for 2023, and it’s a quick one. Thank you for being a part of The More Than Your Age Podcast this year. What an honor it is for me to share so many amazing stories. I can’t wait to continue sharing additional stories of wonderful women starting in January 2024. Take a listen to the last episode of the year for a quick reflection on the year and encouragement as you start looking towards 2024.
If you know of a...
2023-12-1905 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 42- Finding Grit and Determination as an Immigrant Child from Panama with Johana MillerThis episode is the last guest episode for the 2023 year. What a year it has been! I’m thankful to finish this year off with my final guest, Johana Miller. Johana has a unique story of moving to the states from Panama as a young girl and learning how to navigate life as an immigrant without any knowledge of the English language. Her grit and determination to learn and grow quickly helped her become the woman she is today. Johana’s background helped her launch the start of several businesses and a side business in the short term rental mark...
2023-12-1249 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 41- The Unexpected Path to Becoming a Principal after 14 Years Away from the Classroom with Mandy AlexanderI love how I get the opportunity to speak with women who are so encouraging and kind and most importantly, humble. I am excited for you to hear my interview today with Grapevine Middle School Principal, Mandy Alexander, who is one of the most humble leaders I’ve had a chance to speak with as someone who has worked in public education for a while and who has been around a lot of people in any type of leadership. As I spoke with Mandy, it was clear to see why she was given the great opportunity to become a pr...
2023-12-051h 00More Than Your AgeEp. 40- How an Amateur Boxer Started Fighting at the Age of 29 with Jess LawsonI love hearing stories about women who start pursuing a hobby at an “older” age and compete with other women who have been participating in the same hobby since they were children. These stories are such inspirations to me and to so many. They can really help motivate others to want to do the same in a hobby they may want to pursue themselves. My guest on today’s episode decided she wanted to pursue boxing as a fun new hobby. When she first joined a gym, her initial goal was to try something new, but after going to her fi...
2023-11-2845 minMore Than Your AgeHappy Birthday More Than Your Age!Happy Birthday to The More Than Your Age Podcast! I can’t believe it’s been 1 year since the podcast started. What a great year for the show it has been. In this episode, I reflect back on 1 year, and share a few sentiments about the show and what’s to come.
Thank you for joining the show and being a part of The More Than Your Age Podcast!
If you have loved this show, please share it with a friend. I would love for the show to grow and co...
2023-11-2106 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 39- How an “Unequipped” Mom Created a Ministry to Lead Thousands of Mothers after Staying Home for 20 Years with Karen StubbsI couldn’t be more excited to share episode 39 with the listeners this week as I had the honor and privilege to chat with Birds on a Wire founder and creator, Karen Stubbs. I met Karen several months ago at a coffee shop with a few other friends of mine in a local moms group. Karen spoke to us to encourage us for the upcoming year and shed some light on what she does and how her ministry is built to encourage moms. As soon as she started speaking, I heard her story, knew there was something special about he...
2023-11-1450 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 38- Losing 100Ibs at the Age of 66 with Jean PasvarThis week’s episode is very special to me as I had the opportunity to talk with my mom, Jean Pasvar. Throughout my life, my mother has struggled with her weight, and it was something she dealt with as a child growing up. She has worked incredibly hard to accomplish the task of losing 100 pounds by the age of 66. The lead up to this big weight loss didn’t come easy, and as her daughter, it was difficult to hear the pain that my mom has had to endure throughout her life as she shared her story. I love her...
2023-11-0734 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 37- From Flight Attendant to Pilot: Fulfilling a Childhood Dream at 39 with Kerbi MuellerI like to look back at old diary entries of when I was a little girl to see what my adolescent brain thought about life, boys, school, and my future dreams. It’s fun and yet sometimes embarrassing to see what I wrote and the thoughts I had. I like to look back on the memories of dreams I had as a little girl. I wanted to be an actress, perform, or do voice overs for cartoons. Those were some of my dreams as a little girl. Could they still happen? Maybe, if I still wanted them too, you ne...
2023-10-311h 01More Than Your AgeEp. 36- Creating the Global Movement of 1000 Hours Outside with Ginny YurichIn Episode 36 of The More Than Your Age Podcast, I get an opportunity to chat with the founder of 1000 hours outside, Ginny Yurich. Ginny has been someone I’ve admired and looked up to from afar. If you haven’t heard of 1000 hours outside, listen to this episode, take a look at her page and website and check out her podcast as well. I can guarantee you that you will learn so much. Ginny and I discuss what her life was like before the creation of 1000 hours outside, how it came to be, and how her age may or may...
2023-10-241h 00More Than Your AgeEp. 35- How Saying Yes Turned into Co-Owning a Salon and Co-Creating Mane Label Hair Co with Misty AllmandingerHas anyone ever come up to you with a business idea and asked if you’d help run it? If they did, would you do it? I live with an entrepreneur who has a new business idea every 5 minutes. If I said yes to all his ideas, who knows where we’d be right now, maybe a little in over our heads. But what happens when someone you respect comes to you with an idea to own a salon and then help create a new product that will completely transform the way women curl their hair? My guest on today’...
2023-10-1744 min
Back In The Day DayErica PasvarOn this episode Michael Pasvar welcomes Erica Pasvar to the Back in The Day Day studios. Erica is the host of the More Than Your Age Podcast and just happens to be the much older sister of Michael Pasvar. They talk about her podcast, some embarrassing stories of Michael and of course her stories from Back in the Day Day.
2023-10-161h 11More Than Your AgeEp. 34- Putting a Stop to Generational Health Issues and Aging Backwards with Lisa ArendellWelcome to episode 34 of The More Than Your Age Podcast. Today’s episode is one to ignite some passion and fire in your soul about what it truly means to age, and to age well. Lisa Arendelle with Lisa Lou Fitness has a dynamic personality that will motivate and encourage you while you listen to her story and reflect on your own personal views of your age. Lisa shares her life of fighting against generational health issues, what she did so she wouldn’t be a statistic in her family, and how she is now using her knowledge to help...
2023-10-1054 minMore Than Your AgeOut of the OfficeThis week I am out of the office, well… that’s what I would say if I was working in an office, so, because of that, I am out of the office this week and therefore do not have an episode for you to listen to. I am taking the week to celebrate my parents and spend time with family.
In the meantime, would you do me a favor? If you haven’t done so already, would you like and subscribe to this podcast and leave a review? The reviews help other people find the po...
2023-10-0302 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 33- How a Highly Successful Chief Marketing Officer had to Start Over at 55 with Lisa LankesAt one point in my career, I had a desire to climb the Educational Teaching/Principal/HR ladder and become a successful professional businesswoman. That could still happen at some point, but that dream shifted when I felt the calling to stay home and be the primary care-taker for my children. I could still go back at some point, and if so, may have to start at an entry to mid-level position. If that’s the case, then I need to be ok with that.
My guest on today’s episode started the journey in ma...
2023-09-261h 17More Than Your AgeEp. 32- How Life Moves Forward after a Divorce at 46 with Cristi CarothersWe all have this dream of what life will look like by the time we reach a certain age. Sometimes that dream becomes a reality, and sometimes it doesn’t. What happens when that dream gets shattered? You may have this new label that you never would have dreamed of having. The dream is gone, and a new reality sets in. My guest on today’s episode shares how she HAD to move forward in life after a heartbreaking divorce. Listen to Episode 32 as Cristi Carother shares her story on how she was forced into a new life and unex...
2023-09-191h 07More Than Your AgeEp. 31- Leaving the Dream Job and Finding Success in Photography with Courtney BosworthWhen I first started this podcast, there were lots of fears that creeped in my mind for all the reasons not to move forward: I would tell myself, you don’t know what you’re doing, you don’t have a big following, who would listen, it’s super scary, you don’t know how to edit or what equipment to use, you don’t know what you are doing at all, and so on. I’m so thankful I didn’t allow myself to listen to these setbacks or any other negative self-talk I could have spoken (in my head). I learn...
2023-09-1253 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 30- Creating a Non-Profit for a Place that Was Once Home at 52 with Josephine BryanI love that there are people in this world who see a need, and decide to create an organization to help fill in the gaps with those specific needs. My guest today, Josephine Bryan saw a need in her home country after a visit to care for her father. Little did she know that the visit to say goodbye to her dad would open her eyes to a huge need that turned into a non-profit that would offer assistance for the country she once called home.
Did she think she was too old to s...
2023-09-0552 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 29- Closing the Door on a Successful Business to Start all Over at 36 with Megan BrockDo you ever think that you are too old to start over? Or it’s too late to try something completely new in a career field you know little to nothing about? What if you were in your mid 30s starting over? Is it too late then? In this week’s episode, Megan Brock shares her story on how she closed the door on a business she created and entered the corporate world knowing very little to nothing about the new career she was embarking on.
If you have been feeling like you need to e...
2023-08-2955 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 28- Finding Purpose after Retirement with Linda GradoIt feels like in every aspect of life we’re always preparing for the next step. In elementary school you work so hard to prepare for Middle School, then in Middle school you have to work hard to be prepared for high school, then from high school, it’s college. After college it’s the workforce, and after work, it’s retirement. When we graduate college or leave high school to start a career, we are working towards making money, providing for ourselves or our family with the end goal of retiring and just enjoying life. But what happens to those w...
2023-08-2245 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 27- Having a Faith at 6 Years OldThe Milestones Series ended last week, and next week starts a brand new line up of phenomenal women for the fall. The stories of these everyday women who are overcoming limitations and restrictions based on their age are absolutely phenomenal and highly encouraging. You do not want to miss!
This week’s episode dives into a very personal topic, yet one that is of most importance to host, Erica Pasvar. Erica decided to share her story of how she came to a faith at a young age of 6 years old. Can one truly come to...
2023-08-1526 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 26- Milestones Series: Jimmy Fallon and More...The final episode of the Milestones Series is here! If you’ve been here for the entire summer and have listened to this series, THANK YOU for listening. I hope the walk down memory lane made you laugh, smile, and most importantly, encouraged to start your own list. Remember, you can do as much or as little, as risky or as comfortable as you’d like. This is YOUR list.
In this final episode, you’ll hear some of the items already completed from host Erica Pasvar’s 40x40 list, and the big item of going...
2023-08-0813 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 25- Milestones Series: Meet Someone FamousHave you ever met anyone famous? Was it as big of a deal as you thought it would be? Did you play it cool or lose your cool? Join Host Erica Pasvar as she shares the “risky” goal of meeting someone famous on both her 30x30 and 40x40 list on this week’s episode. Was it worth it? Who did she meet? Would you dare to try and make this on your list as well? If so, who would you want to meet?
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2023-08-0112 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 24- Milestones Series: Speed DatingHave you ever thought about Speed Dating? Are you in the mindset that speed dating is only for the weirdos? Well… you may not be alone, but you may be wrong! Join Host, Erica Pasvar, as she shares her experience from her Milestones list of attending a Speed Dating event. Was it worth it? Was anybody “normal?” Did she meet the love of her life at this event? Tune in to hear what this experience was like from her 30x30 Milestones Bucket List.
If you are enjoying the Milestones Series episodes and/or are partic...
2023-07-2513 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 23- Milestones Series: Risky ThingsIn this week’s Milestone Episode, host Erica Pasvar shares the Risky Things from her big Milestone list. These “risky” items were the ones that weren’t guaranteed to happen due to, well… the risk level or likelihood of making them happen. Join Erica as she shares some enjoyable memories from the “risky” list.
If you are enjoying the episode and/or are participating in a big Milestone yourself, tag @ericashohrae on Instagram and use the hashtags #morethanyourage and #milestones when you complete an item.
It'll be exciting to see what you d...
2023-07-1118 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 22- Milestones Series: Not So Big, Not So LittleIn this week’s Milestone Episode, host Erica Pasvar shares the not so big and not so little items from her big Milestone list. This short episode is a quick walk down memory lane with a couple of “easy” items that you can do too. Maybe it’ll just encourage you to create your own list as well.
If you are enjoying the episode and/or are participating in a big Milestone yourself, tag @ericashohrae on Instagram and use the hashtags #morethanyourage and #milestones when you complete an item.
We can’t...
2023-06-2710 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 21- Milestones Series- The Little ThingsThis week’s Milestones episode is all about the little things. When you think about completing a big bucket list item, does it wear you out trying to make it glamorous, crazy, and the absolute BEST? Do you feel as though it has to be some lavish task? Guess what? It doesn’t! That’s the beauty of creating YOUR own Milestone Bucket list. Episode 21 is all about the little things. Join host Erica Pasvar as she shares a few little items from her big 30x30 list that of course come with fun stories along the way. Think about what y...
2023-06-2014 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 20- Milestones Series- Auditioning for a Reality TV ShowWelcome back to the More Than Your Age Podcast Milestones Series. If you’re new here, welcome! We’re happy to have you join the show. Our Milestones series is a step off of our normal podcast format where our host, Erica Pasvar, has conversations with women who have pursued goals or dreams without limitations. We’re taking a break this summer to give you some enjoyable stories from Erica’s big Milestone year of turning 30 and sharing ideas for her next milestone year in completing her 40x40 list. If you haven’t listened to any previous episodes, we’d encourage...
2023-06-1330 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 19- Milestones Series: Crashing a WeddingThis summer The More Than Your Age Podcast is taking a break from the standard interview episodes and is bringing you a special summer series: Welcome to the Milestones Series. In this series this summer, we'll be releasing mini episodes all around the subject of milestones (due to age) and accomplishing bucket list items. Each week will bring stories of laughter and fun from a crazy year of completing bucket list items while encouraging the listener to pursue their own items as well.
If you’re about to complete a big milestone yourself, join The...
2023-06-0614 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 18- Leading Hundreds While Running a Summer Camp at the Age of 21 with Chantel MackWhen somebody has the opportunity to direct a summer sports camp while leading hundreds of employees and children at a very young age with an immense amount of humility, you know they’re someone special. My guest on today’s episode was given an incredible opportunity to run a summer camp at the young age of 21. Chantel Mack is a dynamic person with great wisdom and leadership skills that was evident as a young woman in college. Her ability to lead others landed her in a position that few get to experience, especially at such a young age. Chantel shar...
2023-05-161h 07More Than Your AgeEp. 17- Part II- A Stay at Home Mom to Grad Student To Licensed Professional Counselor, Starting in Her Mid 30s with Jessica DeVossI can’t wait for you to listen to this week’s episode with my guest, Jessica DeVoss. Today’s episode is Part II from episode 16: “Stay-at-Home-Mom to Graduate School to Licensed Professional Counselor.” Jessica is currently in the midst of a huge life change from being the full time care-giver of her children to graduate student, with the plans of finishing her graduate degree in one more year and becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. She provides incredible insight on her struggles as a mom who dealt with postpartum depression, identity, and reopening a forgotten dream to pursue a career in c...
2023-05-0955 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 16- A Stay at Home Mom to Grad Student to Licensed Professional Counselor, Starting in Her Mid 30s- Part I with Kathy GisslerMany women enter the workforce with a few goals in mind: climb the corporate ladder, become a successful working woman, leave the workforce to stay at home (if/when they become a mother), or many more. My guest on today’s episode did not have the desire to stay home with her kids, but once her precious ones were here, she decided to make the change and become the primary care-taker to her children. Kathy Gissler shares what life looked like in the early years as a stay at home mom and how her life changed when the idea of...
2023-05-0448 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 15- Losing a Loved One and Turning 30 Inspired the Creation of a New Business with Martha PalaciosOftentimes drastic life events bring an entirely new perspective on life that can help launch a shift into one's purpose. People use these events as a catapult to move somewhere new or closer to family, or it helps jumpstart an alternate career or even a new business. My conversation with Martha Palacio in today’s episode shares her story of a major event that occurred in her life and gave her a greater sense of purpose. Even if you haven’t had a major life event in your life recently (or at all), I hope you come away encouraged to li...
2023-04-2553 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 14- When Everyone Else’s Needs are a Priority and the Degree and Career Begin at 50 with Pat McGuireDo you know a woman who puts everyone else's needs before her own? She constantly makes sure they achieve their goals, helps when they’re sick, sacrifices her own desires to make sure everyone else gets their own? Are you that woman? My guest today shares her experience as a sacrificial caretaker for the many people in her life at a very young age. She pushed aside any steps towards pursuing her own dreams or career to willingly provide for her family. Finally, at age 50, she decided to finish her bachelors degree as a part of her bucket list an...
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More Than Your AgeEp. 13- When Trauma Informed Care Opens Doors to Becoming a Mother to a Teenager at 39 with Amber Black
There are people in this world who have a special calling to work with individuals dealing with extreme trauma. The trauma can vary, and the stages in life of each person varies as well. An avenue where people can help is through foster and adoption. This process can look different from state to state, and especially from one country to another. My guest, Amber Black, on today’s episode experienced working at a home for young children through the age of 18 in a country outside of the United States. She observed a lot of trauma and learned ho...
2023-03-211h 01More Than Your AgeEp. 12- From $150k a Year to Relying on Savings: The Launch of a New Business with Kathleen CarsonImagine being in your mid to late 20s, working at a successful company making 6 figures and realizing you have a vision for starting a business on your own and decide to pursue this business not knowing if it will be a financial success or failure. You leave your reliable income to chase after this business without a partner or secondary financial resource to fall back on. It’s a matter of savings and hard work and determination to chase after this grand endeavor. Would you do it? Would you put all your eggs in that one basket and take a...
2023-03-0751 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 11- Giving up a Kidney to Save a Friend’s Life with Holland HamYou know those people in your life who are completely selfless, self sacrificing and are an encouragement to you just by being who God made them to be? My guest today is just that. Holland Ham’s story is one of selfless love for a friend in dire need. She generously gave away a piece of her in order to save a friend’s life. She had a lot to risk, but knew she was placed in her friend’s life for this specific reason. As you listen, I know you will be encouraged by this self-sacrificing love from Hollan...
2023-02-2149 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 10- Leaving Behind a 20 Year Career to Become a Flight Attendant at 53 with Cindy MetcalfHave you ever experienced being the low man on the totem pole? I’m sure we all have, right? But what about being the low man at 53 and after 20 years in a career where you’re respected and admired? Nobody knows who you are when you’re the baby on the team, nor do they care. You’re the newbie, whether you are 21 or 53, you are in the same boat as everyone else. Would you give up your career to start something different and fresh? Today’s guest, Cindy Metcalf, left her career of 20 years as a children’s minister to...
2023-02-1448 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 9- Professional Actor at the Age of 37, Just Getting Started... with Sara BurdDo you know anyone who took the leap to pursue acting professionally at a “younger age”? Did they move to New York or LA to give it a try “while they were young” because that’s the only time one can make it a career in the acting profession? If you’re like me, the answer is probably yes. I know I had the mindset that a person could only succeed in this profession while they were young or without a family and kids. A lot of people give up on the idea to pursue an acting career once they reach p...
2023-01-3145 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 8- Creating a Globally Successful Gut Health Program with Dr. Heather FinleyIn today’s episode, Erica Pasvar talks with Dietician, Dr. Heather Finley about her special Gut Health Program and how she turned her brick and mortar business to an incredibly successful online gut health program that has served people with gut health issues all over the world. Dr. Finley shares her reasons why she made the switch and how it has impacted her life and allowed for the freedom she desires to be a present mother and wife.
You can find more information about her Gut Program Here: Gut Together Program with Dr. Heather Finley
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2023-01-2433 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 7- Becoming a Widow at 37 with Kim RauscherWhat would you do if you received the call that your spouse was just diagnosed with Cancer? How do you think you would respond? Would you find reasons to play the victim, blame others, or would you give all the praise to your God and creator? Experiencing the loss of a spouse is something nobody wants to go through, especially when you’re only 37. In today’s episode, Erica Pasvar talks with Kim Rauscher who tragically lost her husband to Cancer at a very young age, leaving behind 4 beautiful children. Kim’s response during this tragedy is something to note a...
2023-01-171h 02More Than Your AgeEp. 6- Publishing a book, writing screenplays, directing films and acting all by the age of 19 with Emma SumlinDo you ever feel as though you are too young or less experienced to chase after a talent of yours? Do you feel as though people don’t respect you based on your youthfulness and lack of experience? Sadly, some may have a negative view on the youth and their talents, but fortunately, their opinion doesn’t matter. People, young and old, have gifts and talents they should pursue and go after, no matter their age or season in life.
In this week’s episode, Erica Pasvar sits with 19 year old Emma Sumlin to discuss how she’s chased...
2022-12-2754 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 5- Traveling the World Solo with Jillian SwisherDoes the thought of traveling the globe solo scare or excite you? If you had the opportunity to quit your job, explore new cultures and meet people from all over the world, would you do it?
Join host Erica Pasvar as she discusses pursuing this dream with Jillian Swisher. Jillian shares what it is like to chase after a passion of traveling the world and what it was like traveling solo as a female while engaging in life changing experiences and encountering people from all cultures and backgrounds.
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2022-12-2044 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 3- From Speech Pathology to Professional Artist at the age of 28 with Sarah HickeyIn the very first interview episode of The More Than Your Age Podcast, Erica Pasvar sits with local artist Sarah Hickey to discuss how her career drastically changed from an obvious closed door of what she thought her life was going to look like to an unexpected passionate business. As a form of therapy, Sarah turned to art to express what she was going through. Little did she know, that necessary outlet of hers helped transform her life. Sarah began her art business in her late 20s and soon after going full time found out she was pregnant with...
2022-12-0640 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 2- The "Why" and "How" The More Than Your Age Podcast came to beIn this Episode, Erica Pasvar shares the “why” and "how" the podcast came to be. This episode gives the listeners a glimpse into the passion and purpose behind being “More Than Your Age.”
2022-11-2911 minMore Than Your AgeEp. 1- Welcome to The More Than Your Age Podcast- Intro EpisodeThere’s an old saying that “Age is nothing but a number.” But is it really? Is it just a number or does it carry a heavier weight than we actually think? Do these numbers inspire or deter you from pursuing a passion? Many women can be limited in their goals or dreams based on a number that equates to their age. Join the More Than Your Age Podcast host, Erica Pasvar, as she engages in conversations with everyday women who fully live their lives without being dictated or defined by their age. This episode is the introduction to The Mo...
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