Getting older sucks, but midlife doesn’t have to. Wrong Side of 40 with Caroline Fardig and Jean Knight Pace is a lively podcast aimed at the middle children of society, Gen-Xers. Caroline and Jean bring in experts and fellow Gen-Xers with amazing stories to tell to cover topics from wellness to wistful childhood nostalgia to the weird and wild things aging does to us. Listen in for useful tips and new ideas to help you navigate midlife like it’s 1999. Welcome to the Wrong Side of 40.
Author Laura Andrade discusses her journey overcoming addiction, highlighting how childhood lessons in generosity shaped her recovery and ongoing commitment to helping others in this interview episode.
14 Feb 2025
New Year, Same You
Former life coach Carla Webb discusses shifting careers at midlife and maintaining a sense of self, offering a kinder approach to personal growth in this interview episode.
26 Dec 2024
Our Favorite Christmas Traditions
Hosts Jean and Caroline Fardig reminisce about cherished childhood Christmas traditions and explore the creation of new family traditions during the holiday season.
27 Nov 2024
Holiday Sanity
The hosts share strategies for listeners to maintain well-being during the busy holiday season, including a checklist and guide for managing stress.
12 Nov 2024
The Wrong Side of 40 Gift Guide
Lanea Stagg shares cookbook excerpts, and Caroline hosts Sarah Capehart, Alegria Jewelry CEO, who discusses starting her company midlife in this interview episode.
31 Oct 2024
The New and Improved Wrong Side of 40
Hosts Caroline and Jean Knight Pace discuss the return of the podcast and interview Jeremy Seger about fitness during midlife.
17 May 2022
Ghost Hunting and Cringe Bingeing
Jody Hess explores paranormal investigation, Kerrie Olzak discusses dark streaming shows, and Will shares cringey movies with Caroline, offering spooky entertainment insights.
10 May 2022
Podcasting, Printmaking, and Primping
Lanea Stagg discusses her early podcasting experiences, Matt Fitzpatrick explains the art of printmaking, and Jennifer Vinson shares beauty tips for summer hair and nail care.
26 Apr 2022
Pro Tips from the Experts
Author Nichole Christoff, photographer Jennifer Vinson, and gift expert Kerrie Olzak share their expertise on writing, photography, and gift-giving in this interview episode, offering listeners practical tips to overcome creative blocks and enhance their skills.
19 Apr 2022
Books, Books, Books...This Episode Is Lit
Podcast host CAROLINE interviews ANNIE FITZPATRICK and MATT FITZPATRICK of Bluestocking Social about opening a bookstore during the pandemic and their popular "mystery reads," while also exploring autocaps with her son WILL in this interview episode.
12 Apr 2022
Host-Guest Switcheroo, Stupid Hobbies, and 80’s Fashion
Kayla Yeh interviews Caroline Aspenson about hobbies and 80's fashion, while Kerrie Olzak shares crafting fails, exploring nostalgic trends and humorous mishaps in this interview episode.
6 Apr 2022
The Skinny on Diet and Fitness after 40, Self-Publishing, and Sports Drinks
Jennifer Vinson explains how she modifies her diet and fitness routine after 40, while Jean and Caroline explore self-publishing, and Lanea Stagg discusses sports drinks in this interview episode.
22 Mar 2022
How to Sell Your House, Start a Writing Career, and Look Great Doing It
Realtor Kayla Yeh and author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson discuss their thriving careers and offer insights on selling houses and starting a writing career in this interview.
18 Mar 2022
Broadcast Journalism, Binge Picks, and Competitive Weightlifting
Guests discuss broadcast journalism, competitive weightlifting, nostalgic entertainment from past decades, and surprisingly tasty herbal teas in this interview episode.
15 Mar 2022
Pickleball, Yoga, and Other Fun Stuff
The hosts of "Wrong Side of 40" explore Gen X's current hobbies, including pickleball, yoga, and reminiscing about the past, to stay young and connected.
24 Feb 2022
Wrong Side of 40 Trailer
The Wrong Side of 40 podcast introduces a Gen-X focused show about navigating midlife challenges and experiences.
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Laura Andrade
Carla Webb
Sarah Capehart
Jeremy Seger
Jody Hess
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YouTube views
655
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
32
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