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You can spend decades preparing financially for retirement... and still find yourself completely unprepared for what comes next.

So why do so many women feel a little lost once their careers end?

We're revisiting one of our most thought-provoking conversations in this encore episode of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast. Host Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes sits down with Cheryl Fimbel, author of The Hidden Side of Retirement: What Nobody Tells You About Identity, Purpose, and Life After Your Career Ends, for an honest conversation about one of life's biggest transitions.

Originally released in April 2026, this episode remains just as timely and relevant for anyone approaching retirement - or already navigating this important season of life.

After a 45-year career in healthcare leadership, Cheryl entered retirement financially prepared - but emotionally caught off guard. Together, Marqueeta and Cheryl unpack the unexpected challenges that often accompany retirement, from the loss of identity and routine to redefining purpose and rebuilding meaningful connections.

Cheryl also shares why the first 90 days matter, how to avoid rushing into reinvention, and practical ways to begin building a meaningful and fulfilling next chapter.

Most importantly, she reminds us of something we all need to hear:

"You are not broken. You're in transition."

And yes - we also celebrate the joys of retirement: more freedom, more time with the people you love, new adventures, and the opportunity to create a life that's truly your own.

Whether retirement is years away, just around the corner, or already part of your story, this conversation offers practical wisdom, reassurance, and hope for the journey ahead.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• Why retirement is as much an emotional transition as a financial one
• Why so many women experience identity loss after leaving a long career
• What really happens during the first 90 days - and why it matters
• Why feeling lost doesn't mean you're broken
• Practical ways to rebuild purpose, structure, and social connection
• How to embrace this next season with confidence and intention

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ABOUT OUR GUEST

Cheryl Fimbel is the author of The Hidden Side of Retirement: What Nobody Tells You About Identity, Purpose, and Life After Your Career Ends. Drawing on 45 years of experience in healthcare leadership and organizational change, she helps people prepare not only for the financial side of retirement, but also for the emotional transition that follows.

Website: https://www.crownyearsmedia.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chfimbel/

Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/250148128-the-hidden-side-of-retirement

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ENCORE PRESENTATION

After decades of marriage, what happens when the seat beside you is suddenly empty?

At Ageless Glamour Girls™, we often talk about reinvention, resilience, and embracing new chapters after 50. But some of life's biggest transitions arrive uninvited.

As more women find themselves navigating widowhood, solo aging, and the possibility of dating again later in life, we're revisiting this powerful conversation from earlier this year - with Carol Williams, Founder of Flipping Fabulously and the Later Life Love Academy.

After losing her husband of nearly 50 years, Carol faced the challenge of rebuilding her life, rediscovering her identity, and eventually opening her heart to new possibilities. Today, she helps women over 60 navigate modern dating with discernment, confidence, and clarity.

Together, Marqueeta and Carol discuss the emotional realities of widowhood, re-entering the dating world later in life, protecting yourself from financial and online scams, and creating a legacy that reflects your values and wishes.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to navigate the transition from wife to widow
• Why grief and healing look different for every woman
• The surprising challenges of dating after 60
• How to stay safe while dating online
• Common financial mistakes widows should avoid
• The importance of having difficult conversations about legacy planning
• Why it's never too late to embrace a new chapter

Whether you're navigating widowhood yourself, supporting a loved one through loss, or simply thinking about the future, this conversation offers wisdom, encouragement, and practical guidance for the road ahead.

Connect with Carol:

https://flippingfabulously.com/

https://www.instagram.com/flippingfabulously/

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What exactly IS a podcast? And why are so many people talking about them?

If you've ever wondered how to listen to a podcast, where to find one, whether you need Spotify or YouTube, or if podcasts are simply people talking on the phone, this conversation is for you.

Host Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes sits down with Jordan Blair, Podcast Producer at Buzzsprout, one of the leading podcast hosting platforms and the home of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast since its launch. Jordan is also co-host of Buzzcast, where she helps creators better understand podcasting, audience growth, consistency, monetization, and building successful indie shows.

Together, they discuss:

• What podcasts are - and what they aren't
• How to listen and watch on today's most popular platforms
• Why adults 55+ are among the fastest-growing podcast audiences
• The role of YouTube in podcast discovery
• Common technology fears and misconceptions
• What equipment you really need (hint: probably less than you think!)
• How podcasts help us stay connected, informed, and engaged
• What it takes to start a podcast of your own
• Podcast growth, monetization, and avoiding creator burnout

Whether you're curious about podcasts, thinking about becoming a guest, or wondering if your own life experiences could become a podcast someday, this episode will help you better understand one of today's fastest-growing forms of media.

Because your voice, your wisdom, and your story still matter. And yes, of course, we need more Ageless Glamour Girls™ on the MIC!

Listen now and join the conversation.

CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies!

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About Our Guest: Jordan Blair | Podcast Producer, Buzzsprout; Host, BuzzCast

I’m Jordan Blair, the podcast producer at Buzzsprout and co-host of BuzzCast, where we break down what’s happening in podcasting and translate it into practical, creator-friendly advice. I’ve been podcasting for 7 years and have produced 6 podcasts, and I love helping indie creators solve the stuff that all podcasters face: inconsistent content creation, lack of listener engagement, and monetization that feels out of reach. My approach is friendly and grounded in real workflows, examples from my own personal mistakes, and strategies that work even when you don’t have a big team. I’ve spoken at Podcast Movement on monetization strategy (“Sponsorships, Subscriptions, or Support? Choose the Right Monetization Strategy for Your Podcast”), and on how indie podcasters can rival the pros through smart branding, marketing, and monetizing. I also taught PodConf’s “Pitch Your Podcast!” session on landing sponsorships without sounding salesy, including cold email tips and templates.

Connect with Jordan Blair & Buzzsprout:

https://buzzcast.buzzsprout.com/

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1957181/resources

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• Podcast Producers: Ageless Glamour Girls™ and Purple Tulip Media, LLC