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The Second ChapterOvercoming Resistance with Champion Weightlifter, Kim RahirKim Rahir has a pretty incredible story - after an exciting career as an international journalist, she faced not one, but two devastating and frightening health scares. She fought back through resistance - literal resistance - and became a champion weightlifter. Kim now helps other midlife women to get stronger, both physically and mentally. You can access a free assessment tool about your health and strength at https://kimrahir.com And you can find Kim on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kim.rahir/https://www.linkedin.c...2024-12-2855 min
The Second ChapterGetting Steamy with Sex-Positive Novelist, Christina BraverWe're back, BABY!In this episode, Kristin speaks with Christina Braver. Christina studied and worked in psychology, then spent many years working in healthcare technology. Now, she’s writing sex-positive, (very) steamy books that might challenge your idea of a romance novel… especially when you take into account that she’s a practicing, lifelong Christian.You can find Christina: https://www.facebook.com/christina.braver.1/https://www.instagram.com/christinabraverromance/www.christinabraver.comAuthor page on Amazon (US)Medium~~~Th...2024-12-121h 04
The Second ChapterNew Year, New Chapter, Same Fabulous You!Happy 2024! I've got an amazing episode for you this week: Welcome back Jen Zwinck, Kelly Dunham, and Amanda Cupcake. Toward the end of the year, I asked some of my favorite guests and yours of 2023 to share a little bit about what they've been up to since they've been on the podcast and maybe share a bit of wisdom or thoughts that they have about this year -the year ahead.For more on this week's guests- here's where you can find their 2023 The Second Chapter episodes!https://www.thesecondchapterpodcast.com/podcast/episode/286b16...2024-01-1716 min
The Second ChapterFive Theatre Girls: How Five "Normal" Women Took to the National Theatre's Largest StageThe Five Theatre Girls: five women from Doncaster, who were never professional actors but just performed on one of Great Britain's most revered stages. Sandra, Christine, Ruth, Sharon and Sally were part of The Odyssey: The Underworld at the National Theatre of Great Britain, the culmination of a project that has brought amazing change to all of their lives after 35.The Odyssey was the National Theatre's nationwide multi-venue production to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Public Acts, a national program to create extraordinary acts of theatre and community. I read about this project and saw...2023-12-0651 min
The Second ChapterEmbracing and Letting Go of the Labels the Define Us with Alison WearingFor Alison Wearing, experiencing a big change at age 12, her father coming out as gay in the 1970s, led to big changes in her adult life as well.Alison and Kristin talk about how Alison became a writer after failing English in school, how the dismissal of her second manuscript led to her taking the stage, and how letting go of the labels that define us can sometimes show us who we really are.For more on Alison:Her memoir writing course can be found here: https://www.alisonwearing.com/memoir-writing-inkT...2023-11-1558 min
The Second ChapterEnjoying the Sweet Taste of Success, Amanda CupcakeAmanda Rudd, aka Amanda Cupcake, started out in fashion but the fast pace and stress led to anxiety and health problems. She did something she thought she'd never do (listen to the podcast to find out what!), which has allowed her to discover that sometimes the best fashion model is a cupcake and success isn't always what we think.For more on Amanda, go to her website: www.amanda-cupcake.comInstagram: @amandacupcake~~~Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com2023-10-1851 min
The Second ChapterMid-Life Interiors Guru & Content Creator, Joanne HardcastleJoanne Hardcastle's unexpected midlife success as an interiors guru and content creator led to, amongst other things, her appearance on Interior Design Masters, interior design's answer to the Great British Bake-Off.Joanne's current chapter, which she's calling "the fun chapter" of her life, only happened after the ups and downs of life, love, and loss. CW: To let you know, Joanne and Kristin speak about her experience with miscarriage, which is an important part of her story and that of her family. But she also has so much joy and life wisdom to share. 2023-09-2743 min
The Second ChapterFrom Blowing Up Her Life to Never Been Happier, Amber JamesDespite a "having it all" life in New York City, under the surface, Amber James was anything but happy. A pandemic, two health crises, and a family death led Amber to take a risk, blow up her life, and start all over again."I think that's why I'm sharing my story now is I want other women to be able to tell their stories, to find their voice, take that chance on themselves and find their happy because everybody's different.And what society tells us isn't necessarily going to make us happy." Find...2023-09-2035 min
The Second ChapterAre You Sitting Comfortably? Then I'll Begin with Christine HaywardChristie Hayward is living in two worlds- the one that she loves to reminisce about and share with audiences in her show, Memories of the Early 1950s, and the one where she’s checking things off her bucket list, including presenting the show at her first Edinburgh Fringe at age 77. And it’s not just performing- Christine is busy running a plant business alongside her husband, Keith, and as one of the reviews for her show said, she “stands as a testament to late-life aspirations”.For more about Christine, go to http://poemsong.co.uk/~~~2023-09-1432 min
The Second ChapterMoving to the Front of the Class with Wellness and Yoga Coach, Kim HughesA limb difference at birth meant Kim Hughes' confidence was shaken at an early age. Years in a career that just wasn't right for her and a lifetime struggling to settle, finally changed after a relationship catastrophe in her forties. Now 51, Kim has gone to the front of the class literally (she's a yoga teacher!) and is letting go of judgment, mainly her own. For more on Kim's Women's Health and Life Transition Coaching, go to www.wellbeingwithkim.comAnd on Instagram @wellbeingwithkim_~~~Subscribe, review and share The Second C...2023-09-0647 min
The Second ChapterThe Second Chapter 100th Episode Special! (Part 2 - aka Episode 101!)PODCAST EPISODE RECOMMENDATION! This is the second half of the 100th episode of The Second Chapter, also known as episode 101. Kristin is back with the seven guests she spoke with last week, some of your listener favourites from the first 99 episodes of The Second Chapter. If you haven't listened to the first part of this conversation, it's also recommended!As a reminder, guests are Louise Pittman, Taiwo, DEO Payne, Melissa Davey, Jennifer Arthurton, Hannah, Mary McKinnon, Martina Clark, and Jane Porter.This week they get to ask each other a couple...2023-08-3039 min
The Second ChapterThe Second Chapter 100th Episode Special! (Part 1)For The Second Chapter's 100th episode, Kristin is joined by not one, not two, but seven of her former guests. These seven women are some of the podcast listener's favourites - an array of exciting and insightful women who have changed their careers and/or lives after 35.Joining for this special episode are: yoga instructor (and then some) Louise Pittman, The Magnificent 5ifty founder, Taiwo Dayo-Paine, prolific novelist, Hannah Mary McKinnon, educator and advocate living with HIV, Martina Clark, filmmaker after 65, Melissa Davey, Planty Jane garden designer, Jane Porter and Old Chicks Know Sh*t founder, Jennifer...2023-08-2345 min
The Second ChapterBeing the More Loving One with Journalist and Author, Judy ForemanJudy Foreman's life changes have happened through her journey from childhood abuse to empowerment. After an abusive childhood, Judy discovered the unyielding spirit that led her to peace.In Judy's latest book, Let The More Loving One Be Me, she takes us through a journey over 70 years covering her growth, deep fulfilment, rewarding work, and most wonderfully love. Through the power of emotional courage and therapy, she changed her inner and outer experience of the world and discovered what matters most, cultivating healthy connections with other people.*A quick content advisory: Judy and Kristin do...2023-08-1645 min
The Second ChapterSupporting Girls in Business - Treppie Founder, Jennifer AndrewsJennifer Andrews was a speech therapist ready for something different. A gift from a young client provided the spark and led Jennifer to using her love of connection to found treppie.comTreppie is an online e-commerce marketplace for girls and young women, ages nine to 25 (or so) to sell their unique handcrafted products in a community-based and mentored environment. But it's also much more. They provide business guidance and education as well as community support.For more on Treppie:https://treppie.com/Instagram and TikTok @treppiemarketwww.instagram...2023-08-0951 min
The Second ChapterComing Down to Earth with Novelist and Mother Who Makes, Matilda LeyserMatilda Leyser is the author of No Season but the Summer, a novel that combines the Greek Persephone myth with modern day England, climate change, and, ultimately, a story about mother-daughter relationships. But being a novelist is just one of her second chapter stories, after running away from words to join the circus (amongst other things!) Matilda is a theatre-maker, writer and artistic director of Mothers Who Make. Prior to becoming a mother she worked for 10 years as a circus aerialist, collaborating with diverse theatre and dance companies and making her own work. She came d...2023-08-0246 min
The Second ChapterNever Too Late to Become a Money Wise Woman with Patricia StallworthIn this, my last episode of season nine, I'm speaking with Patricia Stallworth. The subject of money is one that many of us are uncomfortable discussing, which is why I loved having Patricia as a guest! After her own divorce, which led to some painful money realisations, Patricia now helps others, especially women, plan for their financial futures. Patricia made talking about financial planning fun, even for me, and lemme tell you, that is really saying something! Patricia's book, Become a Money Wise Woman in Six Simple Steps- Even If You're Not Good at Math...2023-05-3142 min
The Second ChapterFrom 'Traumatic Overload' to The Good Stripper, Marci Warhaft'Traumatic overload' destroyed Marci Warhaft’s self-esteem and left her grasping for control - leading to years of eating disorders, promiscuity and doing things that she wasn’t proud of to survive. In her book, The Good Stripper, Marci chronicles a double- or even triple- life: mother of two by day, stripper by night, and obsessed fitness fanatic in between. By taking back and owning her own story, Marci has found, after 50, a way back to the self she lost at 17. For more on Marci and to find the book (full title: The G...2023-05-2456 min
The Second ChapterLiving the Green Fairytale, with Absinthia VermutAbsinthia Vermut's love for art history and unusual parties led her to an event in 1996, where she tried absinthe (illegally) for the first time. Fast-forward to the legalisation of absinthe in the US and Absinthia is channeling her passion for the notorious "Green Fairy" into making award-winning small batch absinthe.But she's also doing things her own way, proudly striving for kindness and empathy, while leading the charge among women in the alcohol business.For more on Absinthia (the person and the brand!), go to Absinthia's Bottled Spirits (absinthia.com)Green F...2023-05-1749 min
The Second ChapterA Comical Second Helping, Ex-Nun Kelli DunhamKelli Dunham is a standup comic, a registered nurse, an author, a storyteller, and... wait for it... an ex nun. Kelli's website says, "I don't know how all of this came together on a resume", but I've done my best to find out, though there is so much beyond what we got to speak about*!Having lost two partners between the ages of 38 and 43, Kelli is an expert on the intersections of art, grief and community- based caregiving, and presents across the US to healthcare providers about LGBT issues, LGBT health, and gender and health, using humour...2023-05-1054 min
The Second ChapterGrabbing Life By the Slice with Pizza Artist, Miriam WeiskindThis week I’m speaking with pizza artist, Miriam Weiskind. Formerly a graphic designer... ahem, brand strategist... Miriam found a way to combine two of her greatest loves, running and pizza, in a way she never expected. It led to a totally new life of pizza tours, pizza paying it forward and pizza making, getting her through a bad break-up and the pandemic and leading to articles in the New York Times and appearances on Kelly Clarkson and Chopped (to name a few).Miriam is an old friend whose story I’ve followed since my Brooklyn days, havi...2023-04-2651 min
The Second ChapterWriting Her Second Chapter with Author, Lyn YeowartLyn Yeowart has been a writer for most of her career, but decided to go back for a creative writing master's degree some 30 years after graduating with an education degree. But Lyn's biggest change may have been something that was less to do with writing and career, and more to do with self and worth.Lyn is the author of The Silent Listener. Propelling the reader back and forth between the 1940s, 1960s and 1980s, The Silent Listener is an unforgettable literary suspense novel set in the dark, gothic heart of rural Australia. CW: Lyn a...2023-04-181h 04
The Second ChapterFrom Crisis Communication to a More Positive Story, Jane GriffinJane Griffin is a former BBC and ITN television and radio news reporter with over 25 years of combined experience in journalism, corporate communication, B2B PR, and crisis communication. Thanks, in part, to a nudge from a former manager, Jane launched her own PR business, Positive Story - not just putting a positive spin on business-to-business PR but actively seeking companies who promote sustainable and ethical business practices and who share her values.Jane and Kristin talk about why 'having it all' isn't all it's cracked up to be, the joys of living near the...2023-04-0439 min
The Second ChapterTaking a Stand for Good Business - World-Changing Woman, Kim CarpenterKim Carpenter is a keynote speaker, executive coach, author, creator of World Changing Women and founder and CEO of People at the Center. Much of Kim's job is taking a stand for good business and making the workplace more humane but before she could help others align their own lives and values, she had to align her own -- something that required selling all of her things, traveling the world and finding what really matters. For more on, or to connect with, Kim:www.peopleatthecenter.comLinkedin.com/in/kimcarpenter~~~2023-03-2847 min
The Second ChapterFinding Her Why in Life After Loss, Widow 180's Jen ZwinckWidowed in a brutal fashion at 35, Jen Zwinck took some unusual steps to start her second chapter - steps that included moving with her two-year-old to a small Caribbean island. Now Jen has found her "why" through Widow 180 podcast and the Widow Squad- working with other widows to come together, learn new ways to travel the path through grief and uplift each other on the journey to rediscovering a new life after loss.CW: This episode of The Second Chapter does contain descriptions of grief and loss that some listeners might find distressing. However, Jen's...2023-03-2151 min
The Second ChapterFrom CMO to Creativity and "Condoland" with Author & Actor, Liz BielerLike so many previous The Second Chapter guests, Liz Bieler followed the path she was told to follow, and for a long time, gave up a creative life she craved. Since letting her creativity flow -- and boy did it flow! -- she's become a jazz singer, a voiceover actor, and now an author with Alice in Condoland now available, and more books coming soon.For more on Liz, go to her website (after listening to the podcast, of course!) LizBieler.comShe's also on Facebook: @LizBielerAuthorVocalist Instagram @lizbieler2023-03-1431 min
The Second ChapterA Very Fit Future Indeed with Your Future Fit Founder, Kate OakleyThis week Kristin is speaking with Kate Oakley. Kate is the founder of Your Future Fit. After 25 years in HR, she's fired up to help women with their physical and mental health in peri- and post-menopause. She realized she wasn't too old to start at 50, and she's on a mission to make this stage of her life- and yours- the best. You can find Kate @yourfuturefit on Instagram!From Kristin: This is season NINE of The Second Chapter and I’m BACK with more brilliant and inspiring women who have changed their lives an...2023-03-0750 min
The Second ChapterTalking Wax, Whips and Hairy Bits with Writer, Stephanie OramWhen Covid Lockdown squashed her fledgling business, a recruitment agency aimed at helping over fifties get back into the workplace, Stephanie Oram started writing. The result, Wax, Whips and My Hairy Bits- An Erotic Comedy of Errors, written under pen name SJ Carmine, has been as high as number two on Amazon's best bestseller list, and has started a whole new chapter for Stephanie.Stephanie talks with Kristin about how she, a "loud Northern nobody who swears a lot" turned to writing to ease her anxiety, the funny reason not all men like her book...2023-02-0833 min
The Second ChapterAging Well and Finding Unexpected Happiness, Katharine EstyKatharine Esty has had her fair share of chapters and is now living as an 80 something, which is also the title of her book, Eightysomethings- A Practical Guide to Letting Go, Aging Well, and Finding Unexpected Happiness. Eightysomethings includes interviews and advice on life in your eighties, how to have difficult conversations with parents and relatives in their eighties and beyond, and why getting older isn't what you think.Katharine speaks to Kristin about her six-plus (and counting) career chapters, how she came to realise and embrace the fact that she's old, and her love life at 88. 2023-01-3142 min
The Second ChapterThe Unexpected Life of Activist & Teacher, Martina ClarkMartina Clark has lived a fascinating life, taking her to 90+ countries, seeing her in the room with world leaders, activists, and educators, and now as a writer, with her book, My Unexpected Life, an International Memoir of Two Pandemics, HIV and Covid 19.Martina had several major changes after 35, an age doctors never even expected her to see. She talks with Kristin about her time in the UN, a very difficult marriage and how it all started when testing positive for HIV changed everything. For more information about Martina and the book: martina-clark.com Co...2023-01-2453 min
The Second ChapterEmpowering Women Through Photography, Johanna ElizabethJohanna Elizabeth left a career as a midwife to become a photographer, now specialising in boudoir photography for women. But it's so much more than pictures in lingerie. Kristin speaks with Jo about her lifetime of empowering women and helping them to feel seen and how her own diagnosis of autism at 47 is now helping to empower her. For more on Johanna Elizabeth: www.johannaelizabeth.comwww.facebook.com/photographybyjohannaelizabethBoudoir page: www.facebook.com/boudoirbyjohannaelizabethwww.instagram.com/johannaelizabethukhttps://uk.trustpilot.com/review/w...2023-01-171h 02
The Second ChapterFrom Self-Loathing to Cleft Community Coach & Advocate, Christine ErricoChristine Errico was born with a cleft lip and palate. She spent much of her life feeling bullied alone and in denial. This week, Christine speaks with Kristin about her various career and life changes, and how she found the confidence to leave an abusive marriage, speak up about her cleft, and start advocating for, and coaching, others with birth differences. For more on Christine, Smile Train and the work that she does: www.christineerrico.comFB: coachchristineerricoInstagram: @christine_erricoChristine's TED talk: https://www.ted.com/talks...2023-01-1040 min
The Second ChapterThe Second Chapter (& Guests!) Celebrate 2023Kristin was truly inspired by her guests on The Second Chapter in the last year and heard from loads of you that you were, too.She asked some of her guests to continue to inspire by sending a brief message sharing a goal/resolution/plans or advice for 2023. Enjoy hearing a few familiar voices again and a bit of their wisdom for the brand new year!Featuring Rachel Kinley, Babs Horton, Laura Horton, Niki French, Erin Hunter, Rebecca Megson-Smith, Irini Tzortzoglou, and Kristin Duffy. ~~~Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter...2023-01-0311 min
The Second ChapterFrom Lawyer to Happy Camper, Allison MillerAllison Miller 'slipped' out of being an actress and into being a lawyer, and then kind of slipped again into buying a summer camp with her husband in order to spend more time as a family with their four-year-old.What Allison didn't know is that all of those slips would lead to her current missions camp, collaboration, creativity, and coaching.This week, I'm speaking with lawyer turned Happy Camper, Allison Miller.All about Happy Camper: www.happycamperlive.com for your three months free, use SECONDCHAPTERFREENon profit: www.thehappycamperproject.or...2022-12-1347 min
The Second ChapterFrom Baking Cakes to Changing Lives, Suzanne Mahoney of HidraWearSuzanne Mahoney was leading a life many of us dream of, first as a chef, and then happily running her own successful bakery. But it was Suzanne's idea for a product to help people with hidradenitis suppurativa, a medical condition that she herself suffers from, that led her to 'close her eyes and leap'... leaving behind baking, moving across Ireland, and creating a revolutionary new product, HidraWear. For more on Suzanne and her mission:www.hidrawear.comhttps://hidrawear.com/about-hs/ - about hidradenitis suppurativa https://www.irishtimes.com/busi...2022-12-0658 min
The Second ChapterFrom "Regular" to Rock Stars, Cathy Loughead & Steph SmithWe've all dreamed of being a rock star, right? In this episode, Kristin speaks with Cathy Loughead and Steph Smith of the garage punk band, Velvet Crisis.Cathy and Steph are self-described "normal" women... except they happen to be in their 60s and newly in a punk band. Thanks to Ruth Miller and her Unglamorous Music project, women like Cathy and Steph aren't "old women sitting at home watching TV" but "old women on stage". Hear about how punk music has stopped them from being invisible and has allowed them to get LOUD.2022-11-2956 minThe Second ChapterIt's All in the Family, with Playwrights Babs and Laura HortonThis week I have not one, but two, amazing guests, Babs and Laura Horton. When first woman and first playwright Plymouth Laureate, Laura Horton, tweeted that her mum's first play was premiering on a Tuesday with Laura's on less than a week later -- in the same theatre! -- I knew I wanted to hear their stories. There were a lot of firsts to ask about!What I discovered was a powerhouse creative duo, both with big changes after 35. It really does run in the family. This is Babs and Laura Horton! For more on...2022-11-2238 minThe Second ChapterChange After 75 (Episodes!) with Kristin DuffyChange is good, right? So, after 75 episodes of The Second Chapter, maybe a change is in order. In this week's episode, Kristin recaps season 7, talks about how career change at a later age is finally making its way into the media and asks YOU for ideas. What's next for The Second Chapter?Links to articles and other bits mentioned in this episode:Buy Kristin a "coffee": ko-fi.com/thesecondchapterThe Guardian- A New Start After 60: www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/series/a-new-start-after-60 The 100 Year Life: www.100yearlife.com...2022-11-0814 minThe Second ChapterFrom Overwhelm to Ease - PlanSimple Founder, Mia MoranFrom Overwhelm to Ease, PlanSimple Founder, Mia MoranMia Moran is a mom of three and coach who has struck her perfect balance between motherhood, wellness and work. Mia's second chapter wellness adventure began about 12 years ago during a health crisis when she understood the power food could have on her health, her connection with her kids and her productivity.She now supports high-achieving female entrepreneurs who are overwhelmed with the "life" and "wellness" pieces find their version of balance. She's the host of the PlanSimple podcast, bestselling author of PlanSimple Meals and creator of...2022-11-0146 min
The Second ChapterNot Just a Tick Box - Pharmacist Turned Comedian, Lubna KerrNot Just a Tick Box, Pharmacist Turned Comedian and Actor, Lubna KerrThis week, I’m speaking with Lubna Kerr. Divorce, death and her own health scare have brought about big changes in Lubna’s life, but it was confusion over a comedy class that led her to her biggest change yet. Now, having mostly given up a career in pharmacy, Lubna is an actor, a regular face on the Scottish comedy circuit and is breaking down barriers, wherever she goes.Lubna is on socials @lubnakerrHer website is http://www.lubnakerr.co.uk2022-10-2549 min
The Second ChapterA Foodie in France, Judith KeysSometimes it takes a new country, birthing a tiny human and a pandemic to start your next chapter!This week I’m speaking with Judith Keys- and we’re talking about two of my favourite subjects FOOD and new paths in life. Judith ended up in a secretarial role after school to start earning some money and got kind of stuck. It took moving to France, the birth of her second son and an online cooking class lightbulb moment for Judith to start her new company, My Food in France. My Food in France Ltd inclu...2022-10-1143 min
The Second ChapterFrom Badass to Birth of the Fae, Author Danielle M OrsinoDanielle M. Orsino has kicked ass throughout her life... literally. Starting as an international award-winning martial artist, and now as a writer of high-fantasy novels, Danielle and Kristin discuss how her short career as a nurse led to writing, how she ended up on her book covers and why women have a place in the male-dominated world of high fantasy novels.For more on Danielle:Instagram: @birthofthefae_novel4 Horsemen Publications: https://4horsemenpublications.com/our-authors/danielle-orsino/~~~Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your...2022-10-0451 min
The Second ChapterHelping Career Shifters to Teach Now, Katie WaldegraveHelping Career Shifters to Teach Now (with her company Now Teach), Katie WaldegraveThis week, I’m speaking with Katie Waldegrave.Katie has had various career shifts of her own, both as a teacher and a writer. However, her current calling is helping other "second-chapterers" (aka career shifters) transition into teaching through her organisation, Now Teach. Katie and I talk about her life as a teacher, the fascinating people who have chosen teaching as their next career, and why teaching may be woefully undervalued to begin with.Twitter: @KatieWaldegraveFor more on...2022-09-2739 min
The Second ChapterFrom Hungover Widow to Available As Is, Debbie WeissFrom Hungover Widow to Available As Is, Debbie WeissThis week, I’m speaking with Debbie Weiss. When Debbie lost her childhood sweetheart at 50, she was forced to take a look at her life and start asking what SHE needed to be happy. When she finally started dating again, she found that many of the men she encountered weren’t it - and there were enough “schmucks” out there (her word, not mine!) to write a book about it… For more on Debbie and to order Available As Is: A Midlife Widow's Search for Love: https...2022-09-2039 min
The Second ChapterClara Harris, This Moment in America - Women of the FringeThis week I’m speaking with Clara Harris of Swamp Witch Studio for the last in my Women of the Fringe series.Clara took her live audio drama, This Moment in America to this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Seeking a deeper conversation, This Moment in America features ever-changing vignettes drawn from real stories across the US, interwoven with transcripts of current events. It asks: 'what unites us, in these United States?’ and Clara’s Fringe outing was just the beginning.Clara and I talk about This Moment, the issue of guns in America and more, as...2022-09-0956 min
The Second ChapterPaula David, Blood, Sweat and Vaginas - Women of the FringeFor this special Women of the Fringe episode, I'm speaking with Paula David. Paula tried to please her mother by studying accounting, but performance and eventually motherhood was in her blood. A singer, writer and actor amongst other things, Paula brings her solo show, Blood, Sweat, and Vaginas about female sexuality, menopause and self-discovery to the Edinburgh fringe.https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/blood-sweat-and-vaginasTwitter: @thewritenetwork (Paula), @andvaginas (the show)~~~Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com2022-08-1437 min
The Second ChapterShayna Swanson, Brave Space (Circus)- Women of the FringeThe Second Chapter special Women of the (Edinburgh) Fringe episodes! Ever wondered how someone really ends up running away to join the circus? This week I'm speaking with Shayna Swanson, who fulfilled the stereotypical parental nightmare, forgoing a "traditional" career and joining the circus. But years of performing also led to years of struggle with body image. Having her son at 37 led to her directing for her circus company, Aloft Circus Arts. Aloft is performing Brave Space at Underbelly Circus as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.Www.bravespaceshow.comTwitter: aloft_circusart2022-08-1041 min
The Second ChapterCynthia Shaw, Velvet Determination - Women of the FringeThe Second Chapter special Women of the Fringe episodes! This week, I’m speaking with Cynthia Shaw. Cynthia grew up in a small town in Colorado playing classical piano. After moving to new york as a student, she has continued throughout her life to add strings to her bow- going from musician to singer, actor, writer and performer. This month, she presents her solo show, Velvet Determination, at Greenside, Nicolson as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.For more on Cynthia:www.cynthiashaw.uswww.velvetdetermination.comwww.cynthiashawmusic.co...2022-08-0340 min
The Second ChapterFrom Horses to Hounds, Slam Poet and Performer Pauline HolmesDesk jobs, and horses and dogs, oh my!This week, I'm speaking with Pauline Holmes. After 10 years at a desk job that hated, Pauline finally was free to pursue life beyond the desk. But a seriously scary horse-riding accident meant that she had to rethink her life and career once again. Now, Pauline is a 60-something poet and storyteller with the "mind of a child and the wrinkles of someone much older". She will be bringing her award-winning slam poetry performance to the Edinburgh Fringe in August.PAULINE HOLMES GOES TO THE DOGS2022-07-071h 06
The Second ChapterYou're NOT Too Old For That, with Writer Vicki LarsonSay it with me: You're NOT too Old for That!This week I’m speaking to Vicki Larson. My chat with Vicki is SO topical this week in many ways. We talk about her book, Not Too Old for That: How Women Are Changing the Story of Aging and through it talk about: how we, as women, need to take ownership of our bodies and our health learning about investments as women sex at any age (or not, if you so choose) whether we should embrace 'anti-aging' or just get on with it!For mor...2022-06-2855 min
The Second ChapterMastering Joy with Masterchef Winner, Irini TzortzoglouMastering JOY with Masterchef winner, Irini TzortzoglouWhat a guest I have for you this week! Irini Tzortzoglou spent eight years in a marriage because she thought she could grow to love someone and 30 years in a career she originally entered because she didn’t want to seem ungrateful. At 60, after a suggestion from second husband, Irini discovered her real passion and lives a life of joy. This is Masterchef winner, cookbook author, inspiring speaker, Irini Tzortzoglou. www.irinicooks.com for recipes, inspiration, cookery books, to book Irini to speak, classes, etc...2022-06-2142 min
The Second ChapterFinding Her Way In the Welsh Wind (with Gin!), Ellen WakelamLet the episode be gin!This week, I'm speaking with Ellen Wakelam. Ellen was a teacher, but after becoming disillusioned with the role -- and reeeeeally long walk -- she and her partner started In the Welsh Wind, a distillery firmly based in her native Wales. I love this episode, almost as much as I love In the Welsh Wind's (seriously)tasty gin. Ellen was so great to chat with - tune in and you'll even learn a few things about distilling and Wales!Ellen and her team have kindly offered an exclusive discount for...2022-06-1552 min
The Second ChapterSurfing the Fringe with Actor/Writer, Erin HunterWhen's the last time you learned a new sport? Moved to a new country? Wrote your own solo show? This week, I'm speaking with Erin Hunter. Although Erin has acted her entire life, she wrote her first solo show after 35 (in a new country, while learning to surf). And I'm so excited to announce that I'll be producing her show for the Edinburgh Fringe in August. In this episode, Erin and I talk about ageing as a female actor, her brilliantly funny show, which she wrote and performs in, Surfing the Holyland, and she even...2022-06-0742 min
The Second ChapterBuilding a Sweeter Life, Cake Artist Katalin (Kate) BrindleyKate Brindley started out as a mechanical engineer in her native Hungary, quickly realising an office life wasn’t for her. This week's episode is short but sweet! I’m speaking with cake artist, Katalin (Kate) Brindley.Since moving to the UK, Kate has had stints as a PA and found a career she loved in massage therapy. But it was a Christmas gift from her husband that reminded her how much she loved caking.Now at 40, she’s an award-winning cake artist and has never before felt so much passion for her work.2022-05-3134 min
The Second ChapterHello Gorgeous! Helping Cancer Patients Feel Beautiful, Kim BeckerKim Becker dreamed of a career in law, ended up with a career in beauty and now, through her non-profit organisation, Hello Gorgeous, helps women with cancer smile when they look in the mirror.Kim has had her own share of trials and tribulations- from a feeling of emptiness that led her to the epiphany that is Hello Gorgeous, a husband with a long-term illness that left her widowed at 50, and her own experience with cancer, Kim chooses to ask, 'what can I learn from this?' instead of 'why me?' and spends her life helping...2022-05-2449 min
The Second ChapterFrom Rock Star to Rocking the Tech World, Indiana GreggFrom Rock Star to Rocking the Tech World, Indiana (Indy) GreggThis week, I’m speaking with Indiana Gregg. Indy studied sports medicine at university, but after her husband left her with three young kids, she did what anyone would do -she decided to become a rock star. Despite success in music, Indy was called to fighting music piracy, which has led to years in the tech industry, serial entrepreneurialship and her latest venture, app for freelancers, WeDo.Indy is on:Twitter and Instagram @indianagreggLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.co...2022-05-1744 min
The Second ChapterThe Creative Force Within Us with Survivor and Thriver, Kyra CoatesKyra Coates was born with a creative force inside of her. CW: Before we get started, I’d like to mention that this episode carries a content warning for trauma and sexual assault. Don’t worry, we don’t go into too much detail, but I wanted to give you a heads up. Kyra’s early story led to an early adulthood filled with shame and denial. Realization, empowerment, and freedom led Kyra to realise that she is more than her trauma and to embrace her feminine power and sexuality. After a profound spiritual...2022-05-1057 min
The Second ChapterGoing to the Dogs with Marketer Turned Dog Trainer, Niki FrenchWhen they say things are going to the dogs, it usually means they're getting a lot worse, but when Niki French's life went to the dogs, she found her true calling and started a dog training community, Pup Talk the podcast, wrote a book and started a movement.In this episode, Kristin and Niki discuss: How women's stories get better with age (1:23)Niki's leap into the freelance world (12:53)Her work on London 2012 Olympics (15:07)How a traumatic accident changed her (19:42)Tinder ;) (29:06)Niki's life-changing work with Pup Talk (35:26)Transcript available soon at thesecondchapterpodcast.com...2022-05-0352 min
The Second ChapterThis "Old Chick" Knows Sh*t, Jennifer ArthurtonThings were ticking along pretty well for Jennifer Arthurton until she was about 50- and then they weren’t. From a struggle that left her mostly bed-bound, to embracing the fact that Old Chicks Know Sh*t, through her podcast and community of the same name, Jennifer has turned her life around by shedding society’s label of what it means to be a woman in midlife and inspiring others to do the same. In this episode, Kristin and Jennifer discuss: - Jennifer’s nightmare of losing it all [3:32] - When she got fired b...2022-04-2644 min
The Second ChapterFrom Fighting Her Dragon to Learning to Slay Like a Mother, Katherine WintschThis week, Kristin chats with founder and CEO of The Mom Complex, Katherine Wintsch. Through The Mom Complex, Katherine helps the largest companies in the world such as Walmart, Johnson & Johnson and Airbnb better support their mom customers and employees. In her latest venture, Katherine combines over 10 years of groundbreaking research with her own personal journey in her popular book Slay Like a Mother.Of course, it wouldn’t be an episode of The Second Chapter if Katherine didn’t have some big changes after 35, including slaying her own dragon of perfection and self-doubt.We...2022-03-2949 min
The Second ChapterSmells Like Success! From Model to Perfume Co-Founder & CEO, Mona Maine de BiranThis week, Kristin is speaking with Mona Maine de Biran. Mona started her adventure at 16 as a model, travelling the world and winning the Grand Prize on one of America’s biggest talent competitions of the 80s and 90s, Star Search. But when she started to “age out” of modelling, Mona was determined to start again and is now challenging the rules as CEO and co-founder of sustainable, ethical fragrance brand Kierin NYC.In addition, Mona is the blogger behind Manhattan Minds- REAL NEW YORK CITY STORIES, for lovers of art, beauty, fashion and urban lifest...2022-03-1547 min
The Second ChapterIWD 2022 Reflections with KristinIt's International Women's Day! This week, host Kristin talks with you- sharing a few reflections, pledges and feelings - good and not-so-good - around International Women's Day.Enjoy this short episode and share with your favourite women - and maybe the men who need to hear it. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.For more on International Women's Day 2022, go t...2022-03-0808 min
The Second ChapterFrom Artist to Salsa, the Spicy Life of Julie McCaldenThis week, Kristin is speaking with Julie McCalden.The reality of Life as an artist wasn’t working for Julie, despite her lifelong love of art. Childhood memories and a freak accident collided to help Julie choose her next move- now she’s on a saucy quest to bring the joy of good salsa to the people of the UK. For more on Julie and Salsa Stories, go to www.salsastories.co.uk (and read the blog- it's great!)#salsastorieshttps://www.instagram.com/_salsastories/https://www.facebook.com/Salsa...2022-03-0151 min
The Second ChapterIt Only Hurts When I Laugh- Doctor/Actor/Comedian, Stefania LicariEmergency medicine isn’t usually a laughing matter... unless you’re Stefania Licari. Stefania spent years training and excelling through medical school to become a doctor, only to decide to pursue her dream of acting and comedy. Today, this exceptional woman is finding a way to do both -- sometimes with hilarious results. This week, Kristin talks with Stefania about her multi-faceted career, life as an Italian in the UK post-Brexit, what it's (still) like to be a (female) doctor in 2022, and her new solo show, Medico, currently on at the Museum of Comedy in Lond...2022-02-2243 min
The Second ChapterCareer, Family, Life & Love After 35, Rebecca Megson-SmithThis week, Kristin is in conversation with Rebecca Megson-Smith. While she doesn't usually think of herself as a romantic (she's been told otherwise on the podcast!) Kristin loved Rebecca’s story of not just finding a career path, but also her real first love, after 35. So, old softie that she is, Kristin thought Rebecca's story was perfect for a Valentine's Day release.Rebecca let fate dictate her life and found herself in a "greasy pole" corporate job and a misguided marriage, never quite knowing how to make the changes that she wasn't even sure she wa...2022-02-141h 01
The Second ChapterFrom Raised as a Lie to Speaking Her Truth, Dr. Naeema OlatunjiThis week Kristin is joined by the fascinating Dr. Naeema Olatunji. Naeema knew she was ready for a career change, but a frightening accident involving her son shifted her focus and helped her to find her calling and go back to school later in life. Now owning her own successful chiropractic practice, Dr. Naeema has turned to writing- specifically her story, Raised as a Lie. Raised as a Lie explores her experiences growing up amidst deceit, denial, and racism- and the path she finally found to freedom.For more on Dr. Naeema and...2022-02-0858 min
The Second ChapterLiving the Nightmare! Special Effects Makeup Artist, Tracey JaneThis week Kristin is speaking with Tracey Jane. Amongst other things, a pregnancy at 18 meant that Tracey took some time to find her career passion. When her son was just three, she opened her own successful business, but a brush with death made her realise it was time to follow a dream for herself. Tracey is now a make-up and special effect working in film, with a current focus on the horror genre. Living the dream! Or is it the nightmare?For some of Tracey's beautifully gory work... (if you can take it!) you can...2022-02-0132 min
The Second ChapterFrom Fashion to Fair Trade, Rachel KinleyThis week, Kristin chats with her old friend (with a new mission), Rachel Kinley. Rachel has seen a lot of change in her life with a cross-country move, a series of jobs, time spent being a stay-at-home mom and divorce being just a few major life events. But it was finding new meaning in a career that she wasn’t even sure she wanted in the first place, that led her to start her direct trade business empowering women, Meridian Lee. For more on Rachel, Meridian Lee and its mission, or to buy their fab bag...2022-01-2548 min
The Second ChapterSports, Skirts and Stories with Triathlete and Entrepreneur, Nicole DeBoomNicole DeBoom was a swimming natural from age 5, an Olympic hopeful, half of a professional triathlon power couple, and a champion triathlete in her own right. After inspiration struck at the height of her triathlon career, she left it all behind to start a business, inspire women, and build a community. Now, 15 years on, she's sold the business, started again and continues to support women, tell stories and create community.Nicole is a ball of joyful energy, offering fantastic advice based on her own experiences of being an athlete, an entrepreneur, and a storyteller.Nicole...2022-01-1858 min
The Second ChapterThe 12 Guests of Christmas- Words for 2022 & BeyondFor this final episode of 2021, Kristin invited back former guests of The Second Chapter to offer words of reflection on 2021, words of wisdom for 2022, and advice for anytime.Twelve former guests sent their inspiring and insightful thoughts for your listening pleasure. Season five of The Second Chapter starts 18th January! We can't wait to share more stories of amazing women over the age of 35 who have changed their lives and/or careers. ---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com2021-12-2832 min
The Second ChapterFinding Her Own Ground, Part 2 with A'Lelia BundlesThis week concludes Kristin's talk with A'Lelia Bundles and wraps up Season 4 of The Second Chapter! A'Lelia is the great-great-granddaughter of African-American entrepreneur, Madam CJ Walker, whose story was the inspiration for the Netflix series, Self-Made (originally published as On Her Own Ground). A'Lelia's great-grandmother, A'Lelia Walker, was an icon of the Harlem Renaissance.This week, A'Lelia and Kristin discuss race relations in America, what A'Lelia no longer has time for at 69, why Self-Made didn't quite get it right and more.A'Lelia Bundles has spent her life finding her own ground, as an...2021-12-0735 min
The Second ChapterFinding Her Own Ground, A'Lelia BundlesIn this episode, Kristin talks with A'Lelia Bundles. A'Lelia is the great-great-granddaughter of African-American entrepreneur, Madam CJ Walker, whose story was the inspiration for the Netflix series, Self-Made (originally published as On Her Own Ground). A'Lelia's great-grandmother, A'Lelia Walker, was an icon of the Harlem Renaissance.But A'Lelia Bundles has spent her life finding her own ground, as an Emmy award-winning network TV news producer and journalist, an author and activist. A'Lelia has written several books about her fascinating family and keeps their legacy alive as founder of the Madam Walker Family Archives and brand historian for...2021-11-3036 min
The Second ChapterShe's Got Skin in the Game, Gill KirkThis week, Kristin combines two of her worlds speaking with Gill Kirk. Despite a "humble Glaswegian working class" background, Gill has walked the halls of Oxford and Parliament. She’s set up her own business, written for corporations, stage and screen, and been a kickass single mum. A perfect The Second Chapter guest indeed!She’s also written Skin in the Game, the dark, hilarious climate-change play Kristin is producing at the New Wimbledon Studio theatre in November. If Kristin's conversation with Gill whet your appetite for live theatre, you can find...2021-10-2754 min
The Second ChapterA Potted History- Debbie Page, CeramistThis week Kristin speaks with Debbie Page. To say Debbie is a potter or a ceramist is an understatement. Despite finding a feel for clay in her early teens, it took her decades to make it her career. Now pots are Debbie’s life! Don’t know what a moon jar is? Just love hearing some really uplifting chat from someone who has found their thing? Either way, you’re in the right place… this is Debbie Page!Debbie Page is a studio potter, based in South Oxfordshire. She was introduced to the joy of wo...2021-10-1949 min
The Second ChapterThe Artist on Her Photography, Janet Sternburg Part 2This week Kristin concludes her talk with Janet Sternburg, focusing on Janet's latest chapter, photography. (Featured cover art in some players is Janet's photography)Janet has led a very full life, personally and professionally. She’s survived cancer and earthquakes; is a fine art photographer, a writer of literary books, a maker of theatre and films, and an educator. To sum it all up, she calls herself (rightly) an artist.In part one, Janet talked to Kristin about her early passion for writing, her pioneering book The Writer on Her Work ("groundbreaking . . . a landmark”), her love...2021-10-1223 min
The Second ChapterThe Artist on Her Work, Janet SternburgThis week Kristin talks with Janet Sternburg. Janet has led a very full life, personally and professionally, and she’s certainly not finished yet. She’s survived cancer and earthquakes; is a fine art photographer, a writer of literary books, a maker of theatre and films, and an educator. To sum it all up, she calls herself (rightly) an artist.In this part one episode, Janet talks to Kristin about her early passion for writing, her pioneering book The Writer on Her Work ("groundbreaking . . . a landmark”), her love for New York and why she left it for LA.2021-10-0533 min
The Second ChapterNo Longer Paralysed by Fear, Jen RoehrigThis week I’m talking with brand new graduate (in her 40s), Jen Roehrig. Jen was pursuing her first second chapter when a freak occurance left her unable to walk. After struggling with her mental health and feelings of fragility for nearly a decade, Jen decided at 40 that it was time to pursue her long-term dream of acting. With an integrated masters degree in drama performance and touring theatre under her belt, Jen is now ready to take on the world- and in true The Second Chapter style, hopes to encourage other women over 35 to pu...2021-09-2835 min
The Second ChapterThey're on Top!, Jessica Wright and Tracy HornikThis week, Kristin speaks with She's on Top founders, Jessica Wright and Tracy Hornik.Jessica and Tracy have been friends nearly their entire lives. Despite life taking them in different directions for nearly two decades, they reunited several years ago and now run She's on Top. She’s on Top is a highly engaged membership community, where women unlock exclusive access to expert workshops, brainstorming sessions, one-on-one problem-solving meetings, fun social events, and more. Their community provides members the opportunity to collaborate, cross promote and feel supported. Jessica and Tracy also publish a library of sh...2021-09-2143 min
The Second ChapterFrom Hiding in the Corner to Saying YES, Artist Jennifer BakerThis week Kristin chats with Jennifer Baker, who studied as an artist but found herself on a mountaintop in Italy, raising a family and living without her art. A successful translation business took her even further away from her original passion until Covid forced her to ask herself some tough questions. Once she stopped hiding and started saying yes, the magic started happening...My paintings are an ode to life, to becoming, and to majesty. They are a reminder to take a moment to release the trappings of the mundane, to look up, down, far...2021-09-1455 min
The Second ChapterA Multi-Faceted, Multi-Career Life, Carol DrinkwaterWelcome to Season 4!In this season opener, Kristin speaks with Carol Drinkwater. Carol began her working life as an actress, a career which quickly showed her to be a rising star, marked for Hollywood. Abuse by a famous director changed her path but she has remained an actor and has gone on to add successful novelist, olive farmer, environmentalist and more to her career story.** We do talk about bullying and sexual abuse in this episode, which may be upsetting to some listeners **For more on Carol, visit her website: http://www.caroldrinkwater...2021-09-0745 min
The Second ChapterBeing Magnificent, The New 5ifty with Taiwo Dayo-PayneWelcome to The Second Chapter Season 3 finale!This week Kristin is joined by Taiwo Dayo-Payne. After speaking with Taiwo, we knew her story and her message had to end season 3. Taiwo started out as an actor, but in a rare twist, found success to be less satisfying than she hoped and accidentally discovered her next steps through volunteering. Her latest chapter, The New 5ifty, finds her working with people approaching or in their middle years, helping them reconnect with their own passion and inspiring them to create their desired lifestyle as they evolve in the...2021-07-141h 03
The Second ChapterLiving an Unconventional Life, Pam MunterThis week, Kristin is speaking with Pam Munter who proudly calls herself ‘an outspoken advocate of living an unconventional life’. In a time when it wasn’t encouraged, Pam wanted to be something other than a teacher or nurse. She has spent her life exploring a wide array of different careers, including clinical psychologist, a singer/recording artist and author and an award-winning playwright. Currently she's focusing on writing; her recent book Fading Fame: Women of a Certain Age in Hollywood talks about a time when Hollywood studio moguls tried to end the careers of actresses like Kathar...2021-07-0638 min
The Second ChapterFrom Civil Rights Attorney to Practical Theologian, Marcia LedfordThis week Kristin talks everything from Scrabble to the state of the world with guest Marcia Ledford.Marcia worked as a civil rights attorney for over 30 years, including as an ACLU cooperating attorney on constitutional matters, prior to her ordination. In her forties when a higher calling wouldn't stop "bugging her", she decided it was finally time to take the leap, though she certainly hasn't given up fighting for civil liberties for all. Through her organisation Political Theology Matters, Marcia gives voice to social issues that impact the lives of ordinary people. Her aim is t...2021-06-2936 min
The Second ChapterFrom OT to... Everything! Pam MoorePam Moore doesn't do everything... but she's close. This week, Kristin talks with Pam who went from being an Occupational Therapist to writing for some of the world's biggest publications, running Ironman triathlons, coaching other women on body positivity, hosting Real Fit podcast and raising a family. Pam shares a lot of great stories, including the very romantic way a gift from her husband helped her writing career flourish and she even shares some tips for listeners who may dream of a career in freelance journalism but don't know how to get started....2021-06-2256 min
The Second ChapterBeyond the Beyond Sixty Project, Melissa DaveyFor the first time ever on The Second Chapter, Kristin has a guest back for an update. Back in season one, you loved the story of Melissa Davey, who left corporate life at 65 to become a filmmaker. Melissa’s film has been officially released, so Kristin jumped at the chance to speak with her again. Today, we talk about the film, our shared loved of ensuring women of all ages have a platform to tell their stories, and what's next for the now 70-year-old filmmaker! This week on The Second Chapter podcast, Kristin talks with Meli...2021-06-1534 min
The Second ChapterFrom Tax Law to The Brink of Being, Julia BuenoThis week, Kristin chats with teacher and lawyer turned psychologist, Julia Bueno. As regular listeners will know, there are several female-centric topics that Kristin feels don’t get enough attention or open discussion, one being pregnancy loss. Julia has taught and practiced law, but following her own painful experience with miscarriage, became a psychologist. Her first book, The Brink of Being, encourages people to reflect upon this often misunderstood and little discussed event. She’s working on her next book, currently titled Everyone’s a Critic exploring the universal habit of self-criticism.For more ab...2021-06-0844 min
The Second ChapterFrom Probation Officer to Womb Alchemist, Louise PitmanEver had your womb massaged? You might be tempted to after listening to this week's episode with Louise Pitman. Louise went to university at 35, despite having young children and a rocky marriage. She spent years as a probation officer before finding a new calling helping women through the various cycles of their life, using yoga, menopause support and... you guessed it... womb massage.For more information on Louise's four-week yoga course for women or any of the things we talk about on the show, you can find her at: Louise Pitman Yoga & Womb...2021-06-0148 min
The Second ChapterFrom Sotheby's to London's No. 1 Dog Walker, Kate MacDougallThis week, Kristin is chatting with Kate MacDougall who has worked as an actor, for Sotheby's, has owned a dog-walking company and more. Now, Kate writes things, mainly about dogs and the countryside and interiors but also the odd bit of children’s homework or reminders to worm the Jack Russell. Her first book, ‘London’s Number One Dog Walking Agency’ has been published by Bonnier in the UK (released on 8th April)and by William Morrow in the US on 6th July. To buy the book: hyperurl.co/DogWalkingYou can find Kate at...2021-05-2548 min
The Second ChapterFrom Health Visitor to Bespoke Baker, Lynsey BleakleyImagine the best brownie you've ever tasted... this week Kristin chats with brownie (and cake and biscuit and more) bespoke baker, Lynsey Bleakley of Bumble and Goose. Lynsey found her calling as a health visitor with the NHS until events in her life made the job too painful to continue. When she turned to baking for therapy, it became more than a distraction, it became a business. You can find (and order in the UK!) Bumble and Goose bakes at https://www.bumbleandgoose.co.uk/Instagram: @bumbleandgooseContent warning: discussion of pregnancy loss2021-05-1834 min
The Second ChapterSinger-Songwriter Exploring the "Middle Space", Lora KelleyWelcome to Season 3!This week, Kristin chats with Lora Kelley, a singer-songwriter who saw how her life and perspective changed once she was in her 30s and wanted to sing about it. Starting out as a make-up artist, Lora now explores the "middle space" between ingénue and retiree on her new album, Domystique- what happens between youth and old age and what comes with it. Lora also has a lot to say around what it means to her to be a woman - to own your right to deciding your prime, claiming i...2021-05-1149 min
The Second ChapterSeason Two's a Wrap!This short bonus episode is a re-cap of where we’ve been so far and a preview of what's to come for Season 3.A great episode if you haven't listened yet (what are you waiting for?!) and are wondering where to start! All the love to you- and we look forward to being back in your ears on 11th May for Season 3.---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com- For transcript, go to thesecondchapterpodcast.com...2021-04-2105 min
The Second ChapterFrom Heartache to Horticulture, "Planty Jane" PorterThis week, Kristin talks with Jane Porter who, despite several job trajectories, felt that she didn't "get started" in life until a horticulture course led her to start her own business. Now happily self-employed, Jane makes her living helping people live in beautiful outdoor spaces... and inspires people on Instagram as "Planty Jane".You can find Jane on Instagram @plantyjane For garden consultations: https://calendly.com/plantyjane---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com- For...2021-04-1556 min
The Second ChapterFrom Nurse to Actor to Agent, Jane ShepperdThis week, Kristin chats with Jane Shepperd, who left a high-level nursing career at 34 to go to drama school. After several years of success in acting, including performing in the West End and stints on successful TV programmes like The Office, Jane changed her focus once again towards helping other actors land their dream roles as an agent.---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com- For transcript, go to thesecondchapterpodcast.com- If you like what we do, bu...2021-04-0649 min
The Second ChapterFrom Magazine Publisher to Multidisciplinary Artist, Lynn KeddieThis week, Kristin chats with Lynn Keddie, who was born with a paintbrush in her heart, but worked in a management consultancy company and as a publisher for ELLE DECORATION before finally following her life calling. Her calling led her to not one, but two, forms of art after 35. If you'd like to see Lynn's work or learn more, you can find her here:https://www.lynnkeddie.com/https://www.instagram.com/lynnkeddiepaintings/https://www.facebook.com/Lynnkeddieart---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever...2021-03-3046 min
The Second ChapterFrom International Horse Groomer to Photographer, Jo RobbensKristin chats with Jo Robbens, who went from international horse groom (and a varied career) to family photographer, after 35. Jo left home at 16 to become a horse groomer on the international circuit and kept running- away from home, relationships and commitment- until love and a family of her own helped her to find her true calling and stop running.To see Jo's work, visit:www.jorobbensphotography.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/jorobbensphotography/@jorobbensphotography And for her online courses for creative children:www.jorobbensphotography.co.uk/online-photography-course-for-children/ ---Sub...2021-03-2350 min
The Second ChapterPart 2- From Scientist to Professional Trumpeter, Laura GarwinLaura went from physics to geology to journalism, with a Rhodes scholarship along the way, but finally found that she was ready to make trumpet her full-time career at the age of 52. In this episode, we hear about how serendipity led Laura to science journalism and why a life event made her realise that it was finally time to take her trumpet more seriously.---Subscribe, review and share The Second Chapter- wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or on podchaser.com- For transcript, go to thesecondchapterpodcast.com2021-03-0939 min
The Second ChapterFrom Scientist to Professional Trumpeter, Laura Garwin (Part 1)This week, Kristin talks with Laura Garwin, who turned professional trumpet player at the age of 52.
Laura went from physics to geology to journalism, with a Rhodes scholarship along the way, but finally found that she was ready to make trumpet her full-time career. In this episode, we hear about her humble musical beginnings, her resistance to study physics in the footsteps of her famous father, and why geologists are more fun than some musicians.
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The Second ChapterFrom Teacher to Actor (and Athletics Coach!), Gillian BroderickOn this week's episode, Kristin talks with Gillian Broderick, who went from teaching to actor's training at the age of 50. Now 58, Gill has since gone on to act in several films (and we haven't even mentioned her athletics coaching yet!)
Gillian's film roles include Madame Web in Spiderverse fan film, Spider-Man 2: Another World, which has received over 1.3 million views on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n_NjP_Ulq28
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The Second ChapterFrom CEO to Suspense Novelist, Hannah Mary McKinnonIn this week's episode, Kristin chats with Hannah Mary KcKinnon, whose second chapter is pretty literal!
After a transatlantic move and business start-up failure left her questioning what was next, Hannah Mary went from a successful CEO to suspense novelist. Since making the leap, Hannah has written four best-selling novels (with the fifth scheduled to release in May 2021 and a sixth on the way), as well as starting a lockdown project, First Chapter Fun, which shares the first chapter of soon-to-be released books of all genres- and is doing a great job growing our "must-read" list.
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