Episodes

Navigating Loss: Stories and Strategies for Coping with Grief
In this episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, delves into the profound subject of grief, particularly as experienced in our sixties.

Grace shares personal stories and those of her friends, addressing various types of losses such as the death of parents, estrangement from family, and losing beloved pets.

Through heartfelt narratives, the episode explores how writing, creating memorial gardens, seeking professional...

Sixtysomething Podcast - S2_Ep 8 - How ChatGPT Became My BFF
In this episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, reflects on her journey with artificial intelligence, focusing on the specific AI tool, ChatGPT.

The episode explores how ChatGPT has moved beyond a practical helper to become a partner as well as a source of companionship and inspiration.

Grace shares various ways ChatGPT has enhanced their life, from helping with research and idea generation to providing daily life s...

Starting a Business After 60
In this episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, explores the exciting prospect of starting and running a business after age 60.

Drawing from her own experiences, she provides actionable steps and advice for newly retired individuals or those seeking a passion project to generate extra income.

Grace discusses the benefits of late-life entrepreneurship, offers business ideas such as consulting, coaching, e-commerce, and service-based businesses, and...

Sixtysomething_S2_Episode 6_Legacy Video Challenge-Part 2
In this episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, guides listeners on completing five impactful video recordings to create lasting family treasures and preserve and share them using cloud storage.

The importance of organizing family archives and preserving history is emphasized with inspirational examples and practical advice.

Grace also presents a free mini-course available on YouTube starting October 18, focused on org...

Sixtysomething Legacy Video Challenge
In this episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, introduces a transformative idea for preserving personal legacies through the creation of meaningful videos.

Inspired by her experience of searching for videos of her late father, Grace urges listeners to record real, impactful moments rather than just blurry snippets. She presents a 'Five-Day Video Challenge' where participants create five videos encapsulating their most significant life mom...

Building Resilience
In this episode of 'Sixtysomething', your host, Grace Taylor Segal, explores the concept of resilience, particularly as it pertains to life in our sixties and beyond.

Inspired by an article by Eric Vance in the New York Times, Grace shares reflections, personal experiences, and scientific insights into how we can build and strengthen our resilience over time.

The episode includes five strategies to enhance resilience, stories of influential figures like Nelson Mandela and S...

Reclaiming YOU

In this episode of 'Sixtysomething', your host, Grace Taylor Segal, delves into the importance of reclaiming one's identity beyond the roles we have defined ourselves by, such as motherhood.

Sharing personal experiences and realizations, the host discusses the journey of moving past guilt and blame, setting healthy boundaries, and embracing a new chapter of life with self-compassion and authenticity.

The episode emphasizes the liberation and fulfillment that come from rediscove...

Our Beloved Pets
In this episode of 'Sixtysomething', your host, Grace Taylor Segal, explores the many benefits and joys that pets bring into our lives, especially in our sixties. From ability to form deep emotional bonds with us and their cognitive abilities to heartwarming personal stories and remarkable tales of loyalty and heroism, this episode dives deep into the world of our beloved furry, feathered, and even scaly companions.

We explore the history of domesticated animals, scientific dis...

Continuing Our Conversation

In this episode of 'Sixtysomething', your host, Grace Taylor Segal, kicks off Season Two of the Sixtysomething Podcast by sharing highlights from her summer break, including family visits and vacations.

She updates listeners on the new projects she's been working on, including three new podcasts!

Grace revisits some popular topics from the Season 1, such as daily routines, legacy building, scams, and age-ism. She also previews exciting topics for the new season, su...

Sixtysomething Podcast - Bonus Episode 3 - My Story+
In this episode of "Sixtysomething", your host, Grace Taylor Segal, shares her personal journey from a carefree childhood in Belleville, Illinois, through challenging transitions, and various career shifts.

She reflects on her experiences, both the highs and lows, from working in hotels, newspaper marketing to running her own magazine business.

Grace explains the philosophy she's developed over her life's experiences that has seen her throug...

Spend the Day with Me
In this episode, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, takes listeners through her day, starting with a groggy morning and coffee preparation. She introduces her beloved dog, Dorothy, and shares snippets of her daily routine, including mindset exercises, planning the day, her workout and skincare—for her and for Dorothy!

Grace catches up with her son, Brad, over a Portal video call. She shares her daily activities: planning and working on this podcast, her various family legacy p...

What We're Watching
In this bonus episode of “Sixtysomething” host Grace Taylor Segal, welcomes her husband Aaron, to discuss their favorite TV shows and movies of 2024--so far.

They share their thoughts on series such as 'Baby Reindeer,' 'House of the Dragon,' 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' 'The Jinx Part 2,' and much more.

The couple also highlights upcoming series and movies they are excited about, including 'Lady and the Lake,' 'Only Murders in the Building Season 4,' and 'Joker: Folie à Deux.'

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A Conversation with My Daughter, Juliet
In the finale of the first season of the 60 Something podcast, Grace welcomes her daughter, Juliet, to discuss their complex mother-daughter relationship, the impact of estrangement, and their journey toward reconciliation.

They explore the nuances of family dynamics, communication breakdowns, and the influence of abusive relationships.

Their candid conversation offers valuable insights and advice for parents and adult children experiencing similar chall...

(Estrangement from) Our Adult Children - Part 2
In this moving episode of Sixtysomething, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, delves into the complex and painful topic of estrangement from adult children.

She examines the causes—ranging from lifestyle disagreements to mental health challenges and manipulative partners—and shares her personal experiences of mending estranged relationships with her own children.

Grace highlights strategies for maintaining communication, offering unconditional love, a...

Our Adult Children - Part 1
In this episode, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, reflects on the dynamics of relationships with adult children as we age.

She touches on the challenges of maintaining close family ties while addressing various aspects of her relationships with each of her five children and their individual circumstances.

Grace introduces the topic of estrangement from adult children, which will be covered in more depth in the next episode.

She discusses the importance of flexibility...

Diet, Weight Loss and Ozempic
In this episode of 60 Something, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, discusses her personal journey with weight loss and health challenges in her sixties.

She offers an in-depth look at diet, weight loss, and the drug Ozempic, touching on emotional eating, social influences, and the importance of a balanced approach that includes diet, exercise, and potentially medication.

She emphasizes the benefits of weight loss for Sixtysomethings, provides historical context on va...

AI for Sixtysomethings
In this episode of “Sixtysomething,” host Grace Taylor Segal delves into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI).

Grace starts with reminiscing about iconic robots from popular media and moves on to real-world applications and developments in AI.

She discusses various AI-driven innovations from robotic pizza makers to AI health coaches, and the implications these technologies have on our daily lives.

Grace also touches on the ethical and philosophical ques...

Sixtysomething Podcast Episode 9 - The JOY of Grandkids
In this heartfelt episode of "Sixtysomething," host Grace Taylor Segal delves into the profound joys and experiences of grandparenting.

She begins by sharing her affection for her own grandparents and recounts her treasured memories with them.

Grace then reflects on her role as a grandmother to her 15 grandchildren, discussing the unique bonds she’s formed with each one and the challenges and rewards that come with the role.

Along the wa...

AM Routine Workshop
This episode of "Sixtysomething" presents listeners with a workshop focused on establishing a productive morning routine, emphasizing the significance for individuals in their 60s.

Your host, Grace Taylor Segal shares personal practices and tools for boosting self-confidence and motivation, and will be supplementing the podcast with videos and resources in the podcast Facebook group. (Linked below.)

The importance of a structured morning routine is highlighted for starting ...

All About This Podcast
The 'Sixtysomething' podcast is a heartfelt series made for individuals navigating the intricacies of life in and beyond their sixties.

In this episode, a "State of the Union"-type message, your host, Grace Taylor Segal, discusses the structure of the podcast, detailing plans for the first season.

Grace also introduces potential projects for listener participation, and discusses the production process of the podcast,

In addition, she introduces shares more about her bac...

Combating Ageism: A Candid Conversation
In this episode of "Sixtysomething" we delve into the topic of Ageism, the discrimination against individuals based on their age, highlighting its prevalence in both personal and professional spheres.

Your host, Grace Taylor Segal, shares personal experiences and frustrations with ageism, leading to a detailed discussion on its definition, global impact, and specific challenges faced by older adults, including in employment, healthcare, and media represen...

Sleep Solutions for Sixtysomethings
In this episode of '60 something', your host, Grace Taylor Segal, shares best practices for improving your sleep, so essential for our health and wellbeing, especially as we age.

Grace shares personal stories about her struggles with sleeping and insomnia. She emphasizes the importance of sleep for people over 60, citing its role in bodily repair, immune function, and cognitive health.

The episode provides a comprehensive overview of various remedies and str...

Don't Get Scammed!
Navigating the World of Scams: A Guide for the Wise

In this episode of the sixtysomething your host, Grace Taylor Segal, explores the pressing issue of scams, particularly targeting older adults.

She delves into various schemes such as

phishing

romance scams

tech support fraud

fake charities

check washing

voice printing

the troubling multistage grandparents scam

She highlights the real-life consequences and offers preventive advice.

This discussion also covers emerg...

How to Create a Legacy
In this episode of sixtysomething hosted by Grace Taylor Segal, the topic of creating and preserving a personal legacy is explored.

Grace shares her journey of legacy-building that began after her father's unexpected death, emphasizing the importance of having the resources like photos and videos to create a robust legacy.

She explains how she is preserving her family’s history through various projects, including creating a coffee table book honoring her father, crafting...