Age is Irrelevant

Age is Irrelevant

This show is devoted to women over 40 who want to rebrand and redefine "over the hill," smash age barriers, and rediscover happiness and success! It's never too late to pursue a dream, a passion, or start a new chapter in your life. Join Helen and her guests as they discuss all aspects of aging after 40 and how to make the aging process and those "twilight" years more rewarding, exciting, and fun!

Episodes

January 17, 2026 67 mins

What if your biggest setback became the beginning of your greatest comeback?

From tragedy to triumph.
From paralysis to the Pro stage.
From surviving… to truly living again.

I'm honored to share my latest Age Is Irrelevant episode featuring the incredible IFBB Wheelchair Pro 54 yr old Sharla Peterson. She calls it God's plan. I call it unstoppable grit. Her journey is one of courage, discipline, and refusing to let life's hardest c...

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What if getting older didn't mean shrinking—but getting braver?

Meet Betty Birrell, a 77-year-old mountain biker from Vancouver, British Columbia who refuses to age quietly. In this episode, we talk serenity, self-belief, rebellion against limits, and the non-negotiables that keep her riding hard and living fully. This conversation isn't about bikes—it's about freedom, confidence, and giving yourself permission to go for it at any ...

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Get ready for a powerful dose of ancient wisdom with a modern twist! 🌿✨ In this episode, I sit down with renowned Ayurvedic expert Dr. Shivani Gupta to unpack the true roots of inflammation, why gut health shapes everything from energy to mood, and how the golden magic of turmeric can transform your daily vitality. If you're craving practical tools, deeper healing, and simple habits that make you feel incredible from the inside ou...

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Age?? Irrelevant!  Ironman?? Done!  

At 80 years young, Natalie Grabow just became the oldest woman ever to finish the Kona Ironman World Championship — and she's proving that strength, passion, and purpose have no age limit. 💪✨
In this powerful conversation, Natalie shares how she trained her body and mind for one of the toughest endurance races on earth, what kept her going when others might have stopped, and how she's redefinin...

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Meet Sister Pat Farrell--Dominican Sister, competitive powerlifter and proof that age is irrelevant!  In her 70's, she's breaking stereotypes, lifting heavy and inspiring women everywhere with her faith, grit and unstoppable strength! Catch our powerful conversation as we dive into her journey from the convent to the competition platform, how faith fuels her resilience, what motivatees her to train and compete at this stage of life...

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This week on the Age Is Irrelevant Podcast, I sit down with fitness powerhouse — Natalie Jill — a fitness expert, bestselling author, and host of Midlife Conversations. She's living proof that you can reinvent yourself, feel amazing in your skin, and thrive in ways you never imagined — no matter your age. 💪🔥

We're diving into:
💡 How to turn setbacks into springboards
🥗 Eating & training smarter in midlife
🧠 The mindset shift t...

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What does it look like to completely reinvent yourself after 50? To face life's hardest challenges and rise even stronger? This week on The Age Is Irrelevant Podcast, I sit down with the iconic Tosca Reno — bestselling author, fitness pioneer, and the ultimate example of strength, resilience, and reinvention.We dive into:
🔥 Why your second chapter can be your BEST one
🔥 How challenges shape us, not break us
🔥 The non-negotiables...

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She's got the pearls, the passport stamps, and the power moves. Social media delight and  Palm Beach socialite, SueBelle Robbins joins me this week to spill her secrets on living glamorously, aging fearlessly, and keeping the sparkle alive—no matter the season! From heels to healing, fashion to fierce wisdom, SueBelle proves that confidence is the best accessory—and reinvention is always in style.  She is literally rewriting the ru...

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She's fierce, fearless, and redefining what it means to age with power—meet my good friend Bobbi Parker Hall, a trailblazing fitness coach, peptide expert, and masters bodybuilding athlete who's turning heads and changing lives well into her 60s. With a physique that rivals women half her age and a passion for optimizing health from the inside out, Bobbi is living proof that strength, vitality, and confidence don't have an expirati...

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"What if I told you that your sex life doesn't have to decline with age—but can actually get better? That's right—more connection, more confidence, and yes... more pleasure! Today, I'm joined by the iconic Susan Bratton, the 'Intimacy Expert to Millions.' She's a 60+ powerhouse who's redefining what it means to age with sensuality, wisdom, and wild vitality. We're diving deep into sexual biohacking, libido-boosting protocols, hormo...

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Have you ever felt like your body is just stuck? Like no amount of stretching, foam rolling or chiropractic visits hits the spot? In this episode, we're peeling back the layers—literally—with a chiropractor and fascia whisperer who's here to crack more than just your spine. We're diving into the weird, wonderful world of fascia—that sticky, stretchy, superhero web of tissue that's been secretly holding your body (and maybe your str...

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Step into the world of Kim Alexis, one of the original supermodels who broke barriers and redefined beauty in the 1980's!  Hear a refreshing, honest and empowering conversation where Kim shares her journey from international fame to personal growth, wellness and purpose! 

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When you hear 77 yr old Grace Teborek's name, if you know her, you'll automatically think of the word Resiliency! A life long Librarian/Media Specialist, Grace has shown true resiliency through losing a son, going through divorce and being diagnosed with cancer more than once! Through all of this, she found solitude, joy and her "keep going attitude" through her discovery of rowing. Hear how she became a victor and not a victim thr...

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Dr. Suzanne Ferree is a woman who wears many hats! A senior physician at Vine Medical with 25 years of experience, she is double certified in Family Medicine, Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, Peptide Expert, award winning teacher and Author. We chat about all things peptides in this episode! Regardless if you're a peptide vetran or novice you'll definitely benefit from all the valuable information that Dr. Ferree provides. Gra...

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If you're a Sci-Fi fan, if you grew up watching Star Trek, Babylon 5, Night of the Living Dead and Generations Soap Opera, then this episode is for you! A delightful conversation talking all things about being an actress and stunt performer "back in the day" with Pat Tallman! Being thrown around on the Starship Enterprize, being pushed down a set of stairs in a wheelchair to being Laura Dern's stunt double for Jurrasic Park, Pat gi...

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There's healing in forgiving your parents. Nursing resentments towards a parent does more than keep that parent in the doghouse...we get stuck there too! Hear about 69 yr old Gayle Kirschenbaum's journey of learning to forgive her 100 year old Mother Mildred for being a mean mother growing up. Hear about Mildred and Gayle's life in Brooklyn, NY in the 1950's, 60's and 70's.  How their strained relationship was finally mended and se...

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Dr. Shivani Gupta is a vibrant voice in the realm of holistic health! She is an expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. Hear about how Ayurveda can be used as a biohaking tool to leverage optimal health.  Learn your Dosha. Learn all about the amazing benefits of Tumeric. Circadium Rhythym, Diet, Self Care and SO much more!  Have a pad of paper and pen ready.  You will want to take no...

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Dr.  Nicola Dehlinger is a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in internal repair.  SO many of our physical issues stem from internal complications. Listen to hear how Dr. Nicola helps people connect back to themselves. What tools you can use to listen to your body to start the repair process.  Supplements that you can take and use to help the healing process in a variety of ailments and much more!  A pen and paper will be needed for ...

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If you are looking to "up" your skin care game and help improve your overall health and well-being you need to meet Dr.  Sandra Kaufmann! With a Masters Degree in cellular biology, a Medical Degree and knowledge in human pharmacology and physiology, Dr. Kaufmann embarked on her own journey into longevity purely as a hobby but turned it into a passion to show the world you can live a longer, healthier life and do damage control base...

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 60 year old Dalyce Radtke is a busy woman! Wife, Mother of 7! Personal Trainer, online fitness and nutrition coach an social media influencer.  Being busy involves multitasking and prioritizing tasks throughout the day.  Especially when it comes to exercise! Hear how she manages to fit in workouts with minimal equipment for visible results at home or on the road, how she influences her 91 year old Mother to stay active with simple...

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