Best Lisette Schuitemaker Podcasts (2025)

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BFFs and Frenemies - 7 Decades of Friendship 37:22

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Do you have a childhood BFF, or a group that has stuck together through thick and thin? Or are your friendships more transient and changing? In this episode,''The Year of Being 70 Ep35: BFFs and Frenemies - 7 Decades of Friendship'' childhood friends and co-hosts Lucy and Lisette have an open and thoughtful discussion about the nature of friendship…

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Guess Who's Coming To Dinner - Our Dream Party Guests 42:18

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In this episode, Lucy and Lisette discuss an interesting dinner party concept - if you could invite three people, alive or deceased, to your dinner table, who would you choose and why? This leads to a fascinating conversation where the two good friends share their selected trio of dinner guests and the reasoning behind their choices. Key Highlights…

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From Status Symbols to Personal Fulfilment - Reflections on Success 38:56

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The meaning of "success" is highly personal and can change over the course of our lives. In this episode of The Year of Being 70 podcast, hosts Lisette and Lucy discuss their evolving definitions of success - from the external markers of achievement to the internal sense of fulfilment. In the year of their 70th birthdays, they reflect on how succes…

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Embracing Our Role as Elders: Reflections on Age & Wisdom 43:47

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In this episode, Lucy and Lisette, two longtime friends who turned 70 in 2024, explore the changing dynamics and responsibilities that come with age. As they navigate the transition from middle-age to elderhood, they discuss the value of presence, curiosity, and wisdom that their life experiences have provided. They discuss how they are now seen as…

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New Beginings and Lifelong Learning - turning 55 in 2009 44:36

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In this episode, lifelong friends Lisette and Lucy look back on the period of their lives when they turned 55 - a time that is often seen as deep into "middle age" and even the start of old age. However, they share how this was actually a period of new beginnings, transitions, and lifelong learning for both of them. Both took training courses in th…

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Nostalgia & Pet Peeves - Are We Grumpy Old Women? 39:49

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In this episode, ''The Year of Being 70 Ep 30: Nostalgia & Pet Peeves - Are We Grumpy Old Women?'' Lucy and Lisette have a wide-ranging conversation covering nostalgia and the grumpiness of older people looking back to their youth. The conversation touches on relatable themes like impatience, changing social norms, thinking 'it was better in my day…

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Inside Your Mind: Miss Moneypenny, The Librarian & Childhood Conclusions 44:35

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In this thought-provoking discussion, Lisette and Lucy dive deep into the metaphorical landscapes of their minds. Lucy shares her vivid inner world, where a "Miss Moneypenny" manages the day-to-day while the "Librarian" in the back tackles complex problems. Lisette explores a more interconnected and intuitive approach, where the heart and emotional…

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From Memory Loss to Magical Thinking - Growing Older & Being 70 42:20

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#yearofbeing70 #lucyandlisette #podcast #mccarraherpodcast #ep28 In this 28th conversation between childhood friends Lucy and Lisette, the two women delve into the real experiences and challenges of reaching 70 years old. With both having celebrated their 70th birthdays in the past year, they openly discuss the physical and mental changes they've n…

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Celebrating Peace & Liberty - Shared Histories of VE-Day & Liberation Day 43:25

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Today is Liberation Day in the Netherlands, commemorating the end of German occupation, while in the UK it is VE Day (Victory in Europe), celebrating the Allied victory in Europe. On this day 80 years ago, the Netherlands was liberated by a multinational Allied force, including Canadian, British, American, Polish, Czechoslovak, and Free Dutch soldi…

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From Corduroy to Cashmere: A Lifelong Fashion Journey 42:36

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In this episode, childhood friends Lucy and Lisette take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling their fashion experiences from the 1950s to the present day. From the limited wardrobes of their youth to the bold styles of the 60s and 70s, and the professional looks of the 80s and 90s, the conversation explores how fashion has evolved alongside…

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Reminiscing on a Lifetime of Holidays - Round The World in 70 Years 41:33

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In this week's episode, Lucy and Lisette celebrate 6 months of being 70 and look at the role of holidays in their lives over the past 70 years. They reflect on the holidays they took as children, the family trips they organised for their own families, and how their perspectives on holidays have changed as they've aged. They reveal their differing p…

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The Transformative Power of Books: Life-Changing Reads and Reflections 41:47

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In this episode, Lucy McCarraher and her childhood friend Lisette Schuitemaker delve into the books that have profoundly influenced their lives and perspectives. From the whimsical adventures of Mary Poppins to the negotiation strategies of "Getting to Yes" and the feminist exploration of "The Female Eunuch," these two lifelong learners share how c…

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Reviewing 'The Years', the Power of 'We', Creativity and Contribution 45:05

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In this episode, two friends - Lucy and Lisette - reflect on their lives at 70, the times they've lived through, and how they continue to thrive as dynamic women in their later years. They discuss the powerful play "The Years" they both saw, Lucy's new book launch, and Lisette's attitude to investing in a better world rather than increasing wealth.…

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70 Years of Social Life – the Evolution of Entertaining since the 1950s 42:24

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Lucy and Lisette, childhood friends who are both now 70 years old, discuss how their social lives and experiences with entertaining have changed over the decades. They explore the formalities and traditions of their parents' generation, as well as the more relaxed, fluid social lives they've developed in their own adult years. Key Highlights Lucy d…

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Events at 70 - Book Launches and Retreats 44:05

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In this episode, we join Lucy and Lisette, two 70-year-old friends, as they discuss their recent events and experiences. Lisette shares the details of her 6th annual Eldest Daughter Retreat, a transformative gathering for women who are the eldest in their families. Meanwhile, Lucy discusses the launch of her latest book, ‘Book Magic’, which provide…

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The People Who Shaped Us 44:31

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In this episode of The Year of Being 70 podcast, where old friends Lisette and Lucy reflect on their long lives, they discuss people and groups who have been major influences in their lives, beyond just their immediate family members. They each share three examples - some individuals and some groups - that have significantly shaped who they are tod…

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Turning 50: A Milestone of Celebrations, Friendships, and a Life Reset 41:24

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What has your ‘biggest’ birthday been so far? How did you celebrate – with a big community party, or a select group of friends and family? And did it feel like a new phase of life – a milestone or a reset? In this episode of The Year of Being 70 Ep19 - Turning 50: A Milestone of Celebrations, Friendships, and a Life Reset, Lisette and Lucy, childho…

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Our Greatest Hits: Achievements, Life Choices and Perssonal Growth 45:49

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What are you most proud of achieving in your life? Is it something you did, or didn’t do? Is it a choice you made, a project or piece of work you created? How your children have turned out or your decision not to have a family? In this episode,The Year of Being 70 Ep 18: Our Greatest Hits – Achievements, Life Choices, and Personal Growth ,Lucy and …

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Millenium Memories, Y2K, 9/11 and our travels to the US and Russia 44:21

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Where were you when the clocks struck midnight on 31st January 1999 and ushered in the first minutes of the new Millennium? If you are old enough to have been there, or remember, that is! Do you recall worries about the Y2K bug deleting all our data? Or where you were when the twin towers fell on 9/11/2001? In this episode of The Year of Being 70 E…

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Revisiting the '90s, Tony Blair, the Beatles and Yoko Ono 46:10

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Do you remember the last years of the 20th century just before the Millennium, when everything seemed to change? Is Yoko Ono a name you recognise – do you remember her Amsterdam honeymoon ‘Bed In’ with John Lennon? In this episode of The Year of Being 70 Ep 16, two lifelong friends, Lucy and Lisette, who turned 70 last year, reflect on their person…

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Food, Glorious Food: From Rationing to Mounjaro 46:00

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Two lifelong friends, now 70, take a fascinating journey through decades of food—from post-war rationing to modern diets like Mounjaro. How have eating habits, body image, and food culture changed over the years? Let’s dive in! In this new episode ‘’The Year of Being 70 Ep 15 - Food, Glorious Food: Two Friends Stories from Rationing to Mounjaro’’ i…

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Past Lives, Spirits and a True Ghost Story 47:20

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What makes us spiritual, religious or none of the above? And how do unexpected events or communications change our view of the universe and our place in it? In this fascinating episode, The Year of Being 70 Ep 14 - Our Changing Beliefs, Spirits and a Ghost Story, Lucy and Lisette, two childhood friends who recently turned 70, discuss their personal…

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How did we communicate before the internet? 43:54

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In this podcast episode, Lucy and Lisette, two childhood friends who recently turned 70, reminisce about the evolution of communication technologies in their lifetime. They discuss their early memories of rotary-dial telephones, the cost and challenges of long-distance calls, the introduction of first black and white, then colour televisions, and t…

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Three Surprising Confessions from Lucy & Lisette 42:56

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In this captivating episode of The Year of Being 70 Ep 12: Three Surprising Confessions from Lucy & Lisette, we delve into the unexpected and intriguing world of two lifelong friends, Lucy and Lisette, both 70 years old. These remarkable women share three secret pleasures and aversions that most people don’t know about them, revealing sides of them…

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Looking back to turning 40: Life Changes, Growth & New Beginnings 36:18

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In this episode of The Year of Being 70 Ep 11 - Looking back to turning 40: Life Changes, Growth & New Beginnings, childhood friends Lucy and Lisette reflect on the significant changes they both experienced when they turned 40, sharing their journeys from a transformative and liberating time in their lives. Lucy opens up about the tumultuous period…

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Shaping 2025 with Hopes, Miracles, and Flexibility 40:50

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Happy New Year! In this New Year episode of The Year of Being 70 Podcast Ep 10: Shaping 2025 with Hopes, Miracles, and Flexibility, hosts Lisette and Lucy reflect on their hopes and plans for 2025 as they celebrate the 10th episode of their podcast. This episode offers an insightful discussion about life’s journey, goal-setting, and the balance bet…

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Merry Christmas at 70, 1960s White Christmas, New Year's Resolutions 39:24

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In this episode Lucy and Lisette, feeling 70-years-young, reflect on their experiences of turning 70 and discuss their plans and remember childhood traditions for the Christmas and New Year's holidays. Their discussion touches on: Both Lisette and Lucy feel youthful and energised at age 70, though they acknowledge the milestone of turning 71 next y…

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Speaking Out – Women’s Abuse, Harassment & Lived Experiences 39:12

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Welcome to The Year of Being 70 Podcast Ep. 8: ‘’How Can Women Get Their Experiences of Abuse Taken Seriously?’’ In this insightful episode, Lisette and Lucy dive deep into the challenges women face when trying to get their experiences of abuse and harassment taken seriously, especially in the workplace where power imbalances are all too common. 🌟 …

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Choosing Motherhood or Child-Free Living 43:26

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In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Lisette and Lucy dive deep into the contrasting paths of choosing motherhood and embracing a child-free lifestyle, exploring the impact of women’s expectations, parenthood choices, and the challenges of balancing family and career. This discussion celebrates the diverse life choices for women and sheds ligh…

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Lucy & Lisette’s Lifelong Friendship & Inspiring Life Stories! 33:47

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Lucy McCarraher and Lisette Schuitemaker are both successful authors at 70 who have continued to thrive in their careers. In this episode, they discuss their shared journey of milestones in aging and how they are redefining retirement. They also reflect on their rich lifelong bonds, the lessons they have learned from each other, and their personal …

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Eldest Daughters, Milestones & Life in the 1950s 37:57

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Welcome to Episode 2 of The Year of Being 70 Podcast – Ep. 2: Eldest Daughters, Milestones & Life in the 1950s! In this episode, hosts Lucy McCarraher (@lucymccarraherauthor) and Lisette Schuitemaker dive into the journey of turning 70, sharing personal stories and reflections on aging, family dynamics, and the significant societal changes they wit…

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Achieving Goals, Writing Books, and Money Mindset at 70 37:42

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Welcome to The Year of Being 70 - Episode 3 | Achieving Goals, Writing Books, and Money Mindset at 70 Podcast! In Episode 3, Lisette Schuitemaker and Lucy McCarraher dive deep into topics of achieving goals in later life, writing books at 70, and cultivating a money mindset at 70. As two inspiring women over 70, they share their personal journeys a…

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Two Friends Reflect on Feminism, Social Change & Self-Discovery 45:16

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Welcome to The Year of Being 70 Podcast with Lucy McCarraher and Lisette Schuitemaker. In this episode, Lucy and Lisette reflect on how the cultural shifts of the 60s and 70s influenced their identities, relationships, and views on the world. Growing up in such a significant period of change, they share how societal expectations and personal experi…

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How Do We Dress to Be Cool, Stylish, and Sexy in Our 70s? 42:19

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Year of Being 70 Episode 5: How Do We Dress to Be Cool, Stylish, and Sexy in Our 70s? In this episode Lucy and Lisette are joined by @CerilCampbell, a celebrated Celebrity Stylist, to explore how to embrace fashion for women over 70 and celebrate confidence and style in your 70s. Whether you're looking fo…

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Two Friends On Mental Health, Widowing, and Life Reflections 47:44

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Welcome to The Year of Being 70 Podcast – Ep. 6 | Two Friends on Mental Health, Widowing, and Life Reflections Where Lucy McCarraher and Lisette Schuitemaker, two lifelong friends, share their insights and reflections on life at 70. This episode dives deep into themes of mental health, widowing, grief, and life reflections, exploring the personal a…

Lisette Schuitemaker Podcasts

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The Year of Being 70

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BFFs and Frenemies - 7 Decades of Friendship 37:22

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Guess Who's Coming To Dinner - Our Dream Party Guests 42:18

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From Status Symbols to Personal Fulfilment - Reflections on Success 38:56

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Embracing Our Role as Elders: Reflections on Age & Wisdom 43:47

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New Beginings and Lifelong Learning - turning 55 in 2009 44:36

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Nostalgia & Pet Peeves - Are We Grumpy Old Women? 39:49

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Inside Your Mind: Miss Moneypenny, The Librarian & Childhood Conclusions 44:35

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From Memory Loss to Magical Thinking - Growing Older & Being 70 42:20

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Celebrating Peace & Liberty - Shared Histories of VE-Day & Liberation Day 43:25

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From Corduroy to Cashmere: A Lifelong Fashion Journey 42:36

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Reminiscing on a Lifetime of Holidays - Round The World in 70 Years 41:33

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The Transformative Power of Books: Life-Changing Reads and Reflections 41:47

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Reviewing 'The Years', the Power of 'We', Creativity and Contribution 45:05

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70 Years of Social Life – the Evolution of Entertaining since the 1950s 42:24

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Events at 70 - Book Launches and Retreats 44:05

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The People Who Shaped Us 44:31

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Turning 50: A Milestone of Celebrations, Friendships, and a Life Reset 41:24

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Our Greatest Hits: Achievements, Life Choices and Perssonal Growth 45:49

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Millenium Memories, Y2K, 9/11 and our travels to the US and Russia 44:21

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Revisiting the '90s, Tony Blair, the Beatles and Yoko Ono 46:10

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Food, Glorious Food: From Rationing to Mounjaro 46:00

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Past Lives, Spirits and a True Ghost Story 47:20

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How did we communicate before the internet? 43:54

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Three Surprising Confessions from Lucy & Lisette 42:56

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Looking back to turning 40: Life Changes, Growth & New Beginnings 36:18

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Shaping 2025 with Hopes, Miracles, and Flexibility 40:50

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Merry Christmas at 70, 1960s White Christmas, New Year's Resolutions 39:24

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Speaking Out – Women’s Abuse, Harassment & Lived Experiences 39:12

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Choosing Motherhood or Child-Free Living 43:26

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Lucy & Lisette’s Lifelong Friendship & Inspiring Life Stories! 33:47

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Eldest Daughters, Milestones & Life in the 1950s 37:57

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Achieving Goals, Writing Books, and Money Mindset at 70 37:42

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Two Friends Reflect on Feminism, Social Change & Self-Discovery 45:16

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How Do We Dress to Be Cool, Stylish, and Sexy in Our 70s? 42:19

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Two Friends On Mental Health, Widowing, and Life Reflections 47:44