ThirtyFiveSixtyFour

Ever wondered why your bladder seems to have a mind of its own after 40? Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female board-certified urogynecologist in the United States, joins ThirtyFiveSixtyFour to answer every pelvic health question you’ve been too embarrassed to ask. From UTIs to sexual satisfaction, from the right way to wipe to whether your underwear is sabotaging your health, this conve...

Divorce rates are at historic lows—except for women over 50. Anna Snead, co-founder of The Agenda Period, reveals the hidden connection between perimenopause and what she calls “menopause divorce” on ThirtyFiveSixtyFour. Ever wonder why you suddenly can’t stand things you once tolerated? Anna’s been coaching women through these hormonal shifts for years, and she’s discovered something fa...

Dreading your next milestone birthday or watching loved ones struggle with aging? Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming brings transformative wisdom to ThirtyFiveSixtyFour about embracing birthdays at any age. As the author of "How to Have a Happy Birthday," Tamar challenges the narrative that aging means decline. At 59 and approaching her own 60th birthday, she shares honest insights about physical cha...

Curious about those wellness trends flooding your social media feed? Karen dives headfirst into the world of middle-age wellness experiments, testing four popular treatments that promise everything from mental clarity to glowing skin. Ever wonder if that Instagram-famous head spa is worth the hype, or whether you could actually survive a cold plunge? Karen transforms from skeptical obser...

Feeling emotionally reactive or facing a big decision? Karen introduces a game-changing three-step check-in process that could save you from making choices you’ll regret. Ever sent that text in anger, made an impulsive purchase, or reacted poorly to a situation only to wonder later what you were thinking? This episode reveals the simple but powerful “T.H.H.” framework that helps you paus...

Ever find yourself caught in a spiral of complaint conversations that leave you feeling drained and pessimistic? Host Karen returns to ThirtyFiveSixtyFour after a year-long hiatus following an electrical fire, bringing hard-won wisdom about breaking free from what she calls “the negativity vortex.” Despite naturally leaning 80% positive, Karen discovered how easily she and her best frien...

Ever secretly eye that bold piece in the store window while playing it safe? Saratta Murphy brings fearless wisdom about redefining life and fashion after 40—without losing yourself in the process.

From running two Texas businesses to relocating across the country just weeks after burying her father, Saratta now inspires thousands of Gen X women as a content creator and influencer. Sh...

Is your midlife crisis actually your soul demanding a rebirth? 

Midlife crisis or midlife opportunity? Tina LeAnn Erdmann brings refreshing wisdom to ThirtyFiveSixtyFour about embracing life's second act. Ever felt stuck in patterns that once worked but now feel suffocating? Tina's been there. After two decades in corporate America, she ditched the corner office to become a mindset co...

What if being in your fifties is actually the best age to be? 

Franck Pedretti gets real about embracing the middle years in this entertaining episode of ThirtyFiveSixtyFour. A former professional snowboarder turned French TV host and filmmaker, Franck brings his European perspective to aging with humor and wisdom. Ever find yourself feeling caught between your youthful brain and your...

  How much of your mental energy is wasted on unnecessary guilt every single day?    Karen Stones confronts six everyday guilt-triggers - from declining invitations without elaborate excuses to ignoring text messages without apology, Karen challenges midlife's unnecessary guilt trips. "Age should bring wisdom," she reminds listeners while sharing her own struggles with saying no. Her pra...

Ever wondered if your embarrassing midlife moments are actually universal?     Lisa and Suzette from "Midlifers" join Karen Stones to laugh about the realities of aging gracefully (or not). Self-described as the "tweens of adulthood," this hilarious duo shares "the good, the saggy, the hard, the funny, and everything else about life in the middle." From brain fog moments like calling an ...

What if your most embarrassing midlife struggle is exactly what someone else needs to hear about? 

Karen Stones gets real about vulnerability in this honest episode of ThirtyFiveSixtyFour. Ever tried being truly vulnerable with someone, only to realize you were just reciting a script? Karen has. For 2025, she's challenging herself—and her middle-aged listeners—to move beyond surface-l...

Did you know that the best time to start therapy might be when you're NOT in crisis? 

Welcome to Season 2 of the ThirtyFiveSixtyFour podcast! Host Karen Stones experienced a house fire last summer and is now in the reconstruction phase. She welcomes listeners back after a two-month break. In a deeply personal episode, host Karen Stones shares her personal journey with therapy, offerin...

What challenges did Victoria Nino face when considering egg donation, and how did she navigate the complex emotions of genetic grief and redefining family? 

Join me for a heartbreaking but inspiring conversation with Victoria Nino, author and advocate, as she shares her experiences with infertility. Victoria candidly discusses her endometriosis diagnosis and the emotional and physical...

Could seeking feedback from your loved ones about what they hope you’ll change in the coming year lead to surprising insights and personal growth? 

Picture this: I'm sitting across from my therapist, and in an unexpected twist, I ask her to craft a New Year's resolution just for me. Her answer? Learn to relax and chill more. This suggestion threw me for a loop, challenging my deeply i...

What can we learn from hackers about patience, persistence, and creativity? Find out how these traits are not just for digital security but can also lead to personal success. 

Break the mold and defy expectations with Ted Harrington, a trailblazer in ethical hacking who redefines what it means to challenge conventions. Forget the lone hacker myth—Ted reveals how collaboration, persist...

Middle age: it's not as scary as it sounds, and it’s definitely not what we thought it would be. In this episode, a group of middle-aged podcast launch party friends share their take on everything from confidence, wisdom and peace, to sagging boobs—and whether they'd ever go back to their 20s (spoiler: most would not!). While some admit they miss the flexibility of their youth, others ar...

Join me as I recount a recent harrowing experience at my own home, where a sudden electrical surge in the motor of a jetted tub ignited a fire in my master bathroom.  

You’ll hear the details of the aftermath of this fire and the practical steps I took in its wake, which included hiring a public insurance adjuster, who was a godsend. Since my home was temporarily uninhabitable, she he...

How can you enhance your sense of fulfillment and maybe even strengthen family bonds with just a few simple intentions?  In this episode, I share a simple yet transformative practice that goes beyond the typical to-do list. This is something I’ve been doing myself - creating an intention list. All it takes is three minutes. Reflect on your highest and best intentions for the day or week—...