Welcome to Beyond 60: Unscripted, the podcast that explores life after 60, and thriving in retirement! Join Ruth as she explores topics that matter most to you—purpose and legacy, resilience and joy, health, and financial security. Each episode features expert advice, inspiring stories, and practical tips to help you live life to the fullest. Whether you’re looking to stay active, reinvent your career, travel, enjoy a bit of fun, or discuss life transitions, Beyond 60 is your go-to guide for navigating this exciting and sometimes challenging chapter. Ruth's “unscripted” approach will get to the heart of the matter of issues important to you!
A New Chapter: Finding Your Creative Voice with Michele Roseman
What if the experiences that once made you question your worth could become the inspiration for your next chapter? In this deeply personal episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, host Ruth Williams-Brinkley welcomes author and educator Michele Roseman for an inspiring conversation about Black hair, identity, healing, and finding your creative voice later in life. Michele opens up about experiencing colorism and bullying as a young girl, the lasting impact of childhood trauma, and the journey toward...
12 Oct 2026
Political Activism After 60 with Darrell Parrish Bakeman
What does it mean to stay politically engaged as we get older, especially at a time when the news can feel overwhelming? In Political Activism After 60, Ruth sits down with Darrell Parrish Bakeman for a thoughtful conversation about using our experience, perspective, and voices to make a difference. Together, they explore the many ways people can remain engaged beyond the ballot box, from advocacy and volunteering to community involvement and conversations across generations. They also discus...
28 Sept 2026
Pets, Purpose, & Paws with Sharon Hager
Pets can bring companionship, laughter, routine, and a whole lot of love into our lives. But what does pet ownership look like in this chapter of life? Ruth sits down with longtime friend Sharon Hager to talk about the joys and realities of welcoming a pet after 60. Sharon shares how her pint-sized pup Oliver became an unexpected companion in retirement, bringing new rhythms to her days, new connections to her community, and plenty of personality along the way. From choosing a pet that fits y...
14 Sept 2026
Stronger After 60 with Jason Ogden
In the Season Two premiere of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth Williams-Brinkley sits down with personal trainer Jason Ogden for a fun, practical, and encouraging conversation about what it really means to get stronger after 60. Together, Ruth and Jason explore how fitness goals change in this season of life, from building strength, balance, mobility, and endurance to making exercise feel less intimidating and more connected to everyday independence. Whether it is getting up from the floor, climbi...
15 Jun 2026
Travel Smart, Dream Big with Sandra DeShazier
In the Season One finale of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth Williams-Brinkley sits down with travel expert Sandra DeShazier for an inspiring and practical conversation about making travel feel possible, meaningful, and joyful after 60. Together, Ruth and Sandra explore how travel changes in this season of life, from planning around comfort, health, budget, and safety to choosing trips that reflect who you are now. Whether it is a first solo adventure, a multigenerational family trip, a bucket-lis...
1 Jun 2026
Building Purpose with Bob Gift
In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth Williams-Brinkley sits down with her longtime friend Bob Gift for a warm and thoughtful conversation about retirement, identity, and the search for purpose after a long and demanding career. While Bob’s woodworking provides the frame for the discussion, the episode is really about something larger: what happens when the titles, routines, travel schedules, and professional responsibilities fall away, and you have to decide how to fill your days wi...
18 May 2026
Grayfully Becoming: Beauty, Confidence, and Coming Home to Yourself with Janice Cosby Adams
In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth Williams-Brinkley sits down with author Janice Cosby Adams for a heartfelt conversation about beauty, aging, self-acceptance, and the freedom that comes with embracing who you are. Janice, whose striking gray hair first appeared when she was a child, shares how what once made her different became a source of confidence, identity, and inspiration. Her new book, Grayfully: Wisdom from My Hair, uses her hair as a powerful metaphor for authenticity, ...
4 May 2026
A Life Abroad: Retiring Overseas with Jennifer Harper
What if your retirement dollars could stretch further and your days could slow down, without shrinking your life? In this episode, Ruth sits down with certified financial planner and expat Jennifer Harper, who now lives and works in Portugal, to unpack what living abroad really looks like beyond the glossy highlight reels: visas, housing requirements, healthcare, taxes, currency swings, travel costs, and the patience it takes when the process does not move on your timeline. Together, they tal...
20 Apr 2026
Men's Grief and the Love That Remains featuring Herman Bulls
Grief is universal, but we do not hear enough men speak about it with honesty. In this tender and deeply human episode, Ruth sits down with Herman Bulls to explore loss through a perspective that is often kept private, men’s grief, and the expectations placed on men to stay composed, stay busy, and stay strong even when their world has changed. Herman shares the love story he built with his wife, Iris, and the devastation of losing her to stage four pancreatic cancer after a sudden medical cr...
6 Apr 2026
Grief, Loss, and Living On with Teri Fontenot
Widowhood is a reality many people face beyond 60, but it is rarely discussed with the honesty it deserves, and this episode goes there with care, clarity, and hope. In “Grief, Loss, and Living On,” Ruth and Fawn sit down with Teri Fontenot, former CEO of Woman’s Hospital and longtime board leader, who shares her deeply personal story of losing her husband after a rapid, devastating cancer diagnosis and the emotional whiplash that followed. Teri speaks candidly about how grief actually moves,...
23 Mar 2026
The Care We Give with Alexandra Drane
Caregiving can be one of the most loving roles we ever step into, and one of the most intense, especially in retirement when you are juggling your own health, finances, time, and relationships while showing up for someone else. In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth Williams-Brinkley is joined by entrepreneur and caregiver advocate Alexandra Drane, co-founder of Archangels, for an honest, practical conversation about what caregivers actually need, not just what people assume they need...
9 Mar 2026
All That Jazz With Dr. Molly Coye
In this inspiring episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth and special guest host Fawn sit down with Dr. Molly Coye—global healthcare innovator and Board Chair of SFJAZZ—to discuss how she’s redefining life after 60. Dr. Coye shares her journey from leading major health systems to championing the arts, highlighting the mental and emotional benefits of music, especially jazz, for those over 60. She delves into her concept of “rewirement,” illustrating how her career has positioned her for this n...
23 Feb 2026
Living with Purpose featuring Tom Schreier
In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, Ruth sits down with Fawn Lopez and Tom Schreier, Founding Director of the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame. The ILI is a unique program for individuals who have completed their career, inviting them to reimagine their next stage of life surrounded by a diverse group of peers and the dynamic Notre Dame community. This conversation was recorded in 2025 while Tom was still leading the program full-time. While he has si...
8 Feb 2026
Love After 60 with Bela Gandhi
Love after 60 can feel equal parts exciting and intimidating, especially if you have been out of the dating world for a while. In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, host Ruth Williams-Brinkley is joined by dating coach Bela Gandhi for a fun, honest conversation about what it really takes to open your heart again in this season of life. Together, they talk about the fears that often show up when you start dating again, how to spot red flags early, why “spark” is not the same thing as compa...
26 Jan 2026
Revealing Your Next Season with Dr. Leslie Braksick
In this episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted, we dive into one of the biggest questions we all face—What’s next? Ruth Williams-Brinkley and special guest host Fawn Lopez sit down with executive coach and author Dr. Leslie Braksick, co-founder of MyNextSeason, to explore how to navigate major life and career transitions with intention and joy. Leslie shares expert insights on preparing for life beyond 60, building a meaningful next chapter, and embracing new opportunities. Whether you're planning ...
6 Jan 2026
Meet Your Host Ruth
Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond 60: Unscripted! Join host Ruth Williams-Brinkley as she kicks off a bold new conversation about thriving beyond 60. In this episode, Ruth shares her personal journey, discuss why aging today looks nothing like it did for past generations, and reveals the exciting topics ahead—love, health, purpose, reinvention, and so much more! Plus, don’t miss the debut of The Silver Lining, a quick and uplifting tip to help you embrace this vibrant season of life...
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