I am a Wisconsin native currently living in Sun City, Ariz. A journalist by trade, I started the Forward From 50 platform in 2021 to encourage men and women over 50 to live more purposeful lives by pursuing things they've always wanted to do.
While interviewing people for the Forward From 50 podcast and various feature stories, I realized everyone has a story to tell. However, they often don't know where to start, what to talk about or they feel nobody will be interested in their story.
So, I started Life Story School in 2024 to help people capture and preserve their key memories, important life lessons and all the details about their lives which made them so unique.
Recent Content
![Leonard Cochran Describes His Passion For Relational Leadership And Helping Others In Episode 093 1 Leonard Cochran Describes His Passion For Relational Leadership And Helping Others In Episode 093 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Leonard shares his journey of directing Leah’s House, a 12-month residential program for women overcoming addiction and Trauma. He also discussed his second venture, UpWords Unlimited, a business ce…
Leonard shares his j…
Leonard shares his journey of directing Leah’s House, a 12-month residential program for women overcoming addiction and trauma. He also discussed his second venture, UpWords Unlimited, a business centered on relational leadership.
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![Leonard Cochran Describes His Passion For Relational Leadership And Helping Others In Episode 093 2 Leonard Cochran Describes His Passion For Relational Leadership And Helping Others In Episode 093 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Leonard shares his journey of directing Leah’s House, a 12-month residential program for women overcoming addiction and trauma. He also discussed his second venture, UpWords Unlimited, a business ce…
Leonard shares his j…
Leonard shares his journey of directing Leah’s House, a 12-month residential program for women overcoming addiction and trauma. He also discussed his second venture, UpWords Unlimited, a business centered on relational leadership.
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![Glenda Goodrich Describes Wilderness Questing, Soulcollage In Episode 093 4 Glenda Goodrich Describes Wilderness Questing, Soulcollage In Episode 093 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Glenda's journey is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to explore new paths, heal past wounds, and embrace what truly lights you up.
Glenda's journey is …
Glenda's journey is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to explore new paths, heal past wounds, and embrace what truly lights you up.
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![Leaving A Legacy: Marc Joseph And The Mission Of Babyboomer.org 5 Leaving A Legacy: Marc Joseph And The Mission Of Babyboomer.org &Raquo; Marc Joseph With Grandkids 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Marc-Joseph-with-grandkids-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
For Marc Joseph, life’s second act is about more than personal fulfillment. It’s about leaving a Legacy of kindness, Wisdom and purpose — gifts that will resonate for generations to come.
For Marc Joseph, lif…
For Marc Joseph, life’s second act is about more than personal fulfillment. It’s about leaving a legacy of kindness, wisdom and purpose — gifts that will resonate for generations to come.
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![Jason Dennen’s Second Act After A Near-Fatal Skydiving Accident 6 Jason Dennen’s Second Act After A Near-Fatal Skydiving Accident &Raquo; Jason Dennen Book 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Jason-Dennen-Book-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
“Life is about finding your next challenge,” Jason said. “It’s not about avoiding risk entirely, but about living fully and intentionally."
“Life is about fin…
“Life is about finding your next challenge,” Jason said. “It’s not about avoiding risk entirely, but about living fully and intentionally."
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![Episode 092,James Gregory Explains How He Remains Creative At Age 75 7 Episode 092,James Gregory Explains How He Remains Creative At Age 75 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
James attributed keeping a young-at-heart spirit to staying active, maintaining a youthful outlook and always exploring new things, whether through books, Travel or developing new skills.
James attributed kee…
James attributed keeping a young-at-heart spirit to staying active, maintaining a youthful outlook and always exploring new things, whether through books, travel or developing new skills.
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![Colleen Law Found Purpose After 50 Building Dreams One Brick At A Time 8 Colleen Law Found Purpose After 50 Building Dreams One Brick At A Time &Raquo; Colleen Laws Lego Neighborhood 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Colleen-Laws-Lego-Neighborhood-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
A professor, LEGO artist and academic coach, Colleen has embraced life after 50 with a unique blend of creativity, resilience and determination.
A professor, LEGO ar…
A professor, LEGO artist and academic coach, Colleen has embraced life after 50 with a unique blend of creativity, resilience and determination.
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![Wendy Melrose’s Journey From Selling Insurance To Inspiring Authors 9 Wendy Melrose’s Journey From Selling Insurance To Inspiring Authors &Raquo; Wendy Melrose 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Wendy-Melrose-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
Regardless of how old you may be, Wendy said life is about trusting that you’re never too old, too late or too lost to be exactly where you’re supposed to be at that moment.
Regardless of how ol…
Regardless of how old you may be, Wendy said life is about trusting that you’re never too old, too late or too lost to be exactly where you’re supposed to be at that moment.
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![In Episode 091, Michelle Croyle Talks About Mental Health For Women 10 In Episode 091, Michelle Croyle Talks About Mental Health For Women &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Michelle shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges, discovering her purpose, and following her calling to help Christian women heal from trauma and embrace renewed lives filled with grace a…
Michelle shares her …
Michelle shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges, discovering her purpose, and following her calling to help Christian women heal from trauma and embrace renewed lives filled with grace and abundance.
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![Michelle Shores’ Shares Her Journey Of Reinvention And Discovery After 50 11 Michelle Shores’ Shares Her Journey Of Reinvention And Discovery After 50 &Raquo; Michelle Shores 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Michelle-Shores-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
With a thriving writing career, a successful campground, and a heart full of gratitude, Michelle proves anyone can create their next chapter — no matter their age.
With a thriving writ…
With a thriving writing career, a successful campground, and a heart full of gratitude, Michelle proves anyone can create their next chapter — no matter their age.
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![Hugh Plappert Shows How Faith Plus Technology Impacted His Career And Retirement In Episode 090 12 Hugh Plappert Shows How Faith Plus Technology Impacted His Career And Retirement In Episode 090 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Rather than standing before a church full of people, Hugh’s pulpit was his keyboard and he has impacted far more people that way than he could have by confining his skills to a single church.
Rather than standing…
Rather than standing before a church full of people, Hugh’s pulpit was his keyboard and he has impacted far more people that way than he could have by confining his skills to a single church.
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![Riding Into Life’s Second Chapter: Tepe Hamilton’s Motorcycle Journey 13 Riding Into Life’s Second Chapter: Tepe Hamilton’s Motorcycle Journey &Raquo; Tepe Hamilton With Motorcycle 1024X819 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Tepe-Hamilton-with-motorcycle-1024x819-1-450x360.jpg.webp)
Tepe Hamilton’s story is a testament to the freedom that comes when you embrace new passions and refuse to be defined by fear.
Tepe Hamilton’s st…
Tepe Hamilton’s story is a testament to the freedom that comes when you embrace new passions and refuse to be defined by fear.
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![Jeffrey Barnes’ Passionate Purpose To Share Walt Disney’s Wisdom 14 Jeffrey Barnes’ Passionate Purpose To Share Walt Disney’s Wisdom &Raquo; Jeffrey Barnes Wisdom Of Walt 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Jeffrey-Barnes-Wisdom-of-Walt-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
Whether teaching resilience or living out his own inspiring story, Jeffrey embodies Disney’s timeless mantra: “Keep moving forward.”
Whether teaching res…
Whether teaching resilience or living out his own inspiring story, Jeffrey embodies Disney’s timeless mantra: “Keep moving forward.”
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![Vitality Through Yoga: Laura Venecia Rodriguez’ Purpose After 50 15 Vitality Through Yoga: Laura Venecia Rodriguez’ Purpose After 50 &Raquo; Laura Venecia Rodriguez Book Cover 1024X683 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2025/01/Laura-Venecia-Rodriguez-book-cover-1024x683-1-450x300.jpg.webp)
Laura’s philosophy is rooted in simplicity and consistency. She encourages beginners to start with just 10 or 15 minutes a day, focusing on slow, mindful movements.
Laura’s philosophy…
Laura’s philosophy is rooted in simplicity and consistency. She encourages beginners to start with just 10 or 15 minutes a day, focusing on slow, mindful movements.
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![In Episode 089, Mary Jo Thayer Explains Why Being A Writer And Mentoring Is Important To Her 16 In Episode 089, Mary Jo Thayer Explains Why Being A Writer And Mentoring Is Important To Her &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
In addition to becoming a writer after 50, Mary Jo also became a mentor and theology teacher even though she doesn’t have a degree in theology.
In addition to becom…
In addition to becoming a writer after 50, Mary Jo also became a mentor and theology teacher even though she doesn’t have a degree in theology.
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![In Episode 088, Marc Joseph Explains What Prompted Him To Start The Babyboomer.org Website 17 In Episode 088, Marc Joseph Explains What Prompted Him To Start The Babyboomer.org Website &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
The baby Boomer Generation has had tremendous impact on the world their entire lives. It’s sad to think that influence is being reduced because people in that generation are not Investing their skil…
The baby boomer gene…
The baby boomer generation has had tremendous impact on the world their entire lives. It’s sad to think that influence is being reduced because people in that generation are not investing their skills and knowledge into helping others.
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![Jason Dennen Describes How A Near-Death Skydiving Experience Changed His Life In Episode 087 18 Jason Dennen Describes How A Near-Death Skydiving Experience Changed His Life In Episode 087 &Raquo; Podcast Pp02 1400 1](https://babyboomer.org/wp-content/smush-webp/2024/11/Podcast_PP02_1400-1-450x450.jpg.webp)
Prior to the accident, Jason was working 70 to 80 hours per week. After the brush with death, he has reprioritized his life so he can be more involved and present in the lives of people he loves.
Prior to the acciden…
Prior to the accident, Jason was working 70 to 80 hours per week. After the brush with death, he has reprioritized his life so he can be more involved and present in the lives of people he loves.
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