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Rick Denton The Loud Quiet

Rick & Clancy have been enjoying life together for 28 years...married for 24. Starting August 2023, they now have two college aged kiddos and are about to enter a new phase of life. The house is quieter than before...it's a loud quiet, indeed. Join them as they laugh, cry and yes, probably argue while trying to figure out how to live the empty nest - new adventures / challenges await!

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Rick'S Reunion Reflections And Clancy'S Fomo, Jomo Or Romo - E80 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Rick's Reunion Reflections and Clancy's FOMO, JOMO or ROMO – E80

Rick is headed to his college reunion and Clancy stays behind. Hear the perspectives of each one …what is Rick thinking before he goes and a recap when he gets back. Did Clancy have FOMO? Listen and…

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Rick is headed to his college reunion and Clancy stays behind. Hear the perspectives of each one …what is Rick thinking before he goes and a recap when he gets back. Did Clancy have FOMO? Listen and find out.Empty Nest Living can be challenging. Let’s support each other. Join The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living Facebook group and build community together: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hf9LJkmdU/CHAPTERS0:00 Rick's Anticipation of Duke 30th Reunion1:30 Nostalgia and Excitement about College Friends3:45 Campus Memories and Changing Perspectives5:30 Disappointment about Clancy Not Attendin…

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Rick’s Reunion Reflections and Clancy’s FOMO, JOMO or ROMO – E80

Rick is headed to his college reunion and Clancy stays behind. Hear the perspectives of each one …what is Rick thinking before he goes and a recap when he gets back. Did Clancy have FOMO? Listen a…

Rick is headed to hi…

Rick is headed to his college reunion and Clancy stays behind. Hear the perspectives of each one …what is Rick thinking before he goes and a recap when he gets back. Did Clancy have FOMO? Listen and find out. Empty Nest Living can be challenging. Let’s support each other. Join The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living Facebook group and build community together: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hf9LJkmdU/ CHAPTERS 0:00 Rick's Anticipation of Duke 30th Reunion 1:30 Nostalgia and Excitement about College Friends 3:45 Campus Memories and Changing Perspectives 5:30 Disappointment about Clancy No…

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Is Your Spring Break Mode On, Off or Paused? – E79

Are you taking a spring break or spring vacation? Clancy and Rick reminisce on their past spring breaks and how they are enjoying the non Travel parameters of empty nest travel.Empty Nest Living can b…

Are you taking a spr…

Are you taking a spring break or spring vacation? Clancy and Rick reminisce on their past spring breaks and how they are enjoying the non travel parameters of empty nest travel.Empty Nest Living can be challenging. Let’s support each other. Join The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living Facebook group and build community together: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hf9LJkmdU/CHAPTERS0:00 Is Your Spring Break Mode On, Off, or Paused?1:11 Childhood Spring Breaks: Road Trips & Ski Trips3:39 Church Ski Trips & Teenage Freedom7:11 College Spring Break: Party Mode vs. Travel Planning8:52 Family Sp…

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Sharing Emotional Pain In The Empty Nest – E78

Rick and Clancy get real and raw in this episode about interruptions in life. Last minute changes can cause hurt feelings and struggles with communication. How do you handle the unexpected things that…

Rick and Clancy get …

Rick and Clancy get real and raw in this episode about interruptions in life. Last minute changes can cause hurt feelings and struggles with communication. How do you handle the unexpected things that life throws at you?Empty Nest Living can be challenging. Let’s support each other. Join The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living Facebook group and build community together: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Hf9LJkmdUCHAPTERSCHAPTERS0:00 Sharing Emotional Pain in the Empty Nest0:06 The Weight of Disruptions & Unexpected Changes2:07 A Difficult Decision: Changing Plans for Family4:09 A Last-Minute…

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Playing the Waiting Game – E77

Are you waiting on something? Do you find it harder to wait without the kids around as a distraction? We talk about the things (big and small) that we are waiting on right now.CHAPTERS0:00 The Waiting…

Are you waiting on s…

Are you waiting on something? Do you find it harder to wait without the kids around as a distraction? We talk about the things (big and small) that we are waiting on right now.CHAPTERS0:00 The Waiting Game: How It Affects Empty Nest Life0:31 A Birthday Weekend in Tucson2:24 Delayed Flights & Rental Car Trouble4:52 Waiting on Parking While Clancy & Teagan Eat6:05 The Hotel AC Disaster & What We Did7:49 Hiking to Reset a Bad Mood8:34 The Challenge of Waiting for Your Adult Kids10:41 Supporting Without Internalizing Their Struggles13:07 The Real Estate Rollercoaster: Waiting on an Off…

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Senior Care 101 – Empty Nest “University” – E76

How do you start the conversation about “what’s next” with our Aging parents? We talk with Lynn Smargis, a Certified Senior Advisor about tips to get these conversations started and the steps t…

How do you start the…

How do you start the conversation about “what’s next” with our aging parents? We talk with Lynn Smargis, a Certified Senior Advisor about tips to get these conversations started and the steps to take when it’s time to explore new living arrangements.Get Lynn’s book….Sensible Senior Solutions - ebook https://amzn.to/43kZQdPSensible Senior Solutions - paperback https://amzn.to/4i2WMHJWatch Lynn’s Podcast “Caring For Your Aging Parent” on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@CaringforYourAgingParent-pl9qwFind Out More about Senior Advisors / Contact Lynn Directlyhttps://www.caringfo…

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Launching A New Venture In The Empty Nest – E75

Could you work with your spouse? Rick and Clancy talk about their first experience as they launch their new venture together. What were they excited about? What were they anxious about? How did it go?…

Could you work with …

Could you work with your spouse? Rick and Clancy talk about their first experience as they launch their new venture together. What were they excited about? What were they anxious about? How did it go? Listen/watch to find out. Want to create your own shorts like The Loud Quiet ? Get great videos and help TLQ thrive with this affiliate link: https://www.opus.pro/?via=d5f6adEmpty Nesters Rediscover Creativity - E71 https://theloudquiet.transistor.fm/episodes/empty-nesters-rediscover-creatCHAPTERS0:00 Launching a New Venture in the Empty Nest0:38 Building Community: Join Our Facebook Group1:11 Ou…

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Luxe & Laid Back Empty Nest – E74

From high end to super casual-we’re enjoying it all in the empty nest. What are some of your indulgences? What casual/laid back things do you enjoy?CHAPTERS0:00 Luxe & Laid Back: An Empty Nest L…

From high end to sup…

From high end to super casual-we’re enjoying it all in the empty nest. What are some of your indulgences? What casual/laid back things do you enjoy?CHAPTERS0:00 Luxe & Laid Back: An Empty Nest Lifestyle0:19 A Perfect Weekend of Opposites1:17 Luxe vs. Laid Back Music: Beethoven & Yacht Rock5:12 Luxe & Laid Back Drinks: From Japanese Whiskey to Cheap Chardonnay6:14 Luxe & Laid Back Travel: Resorts vs. Camping7:06 Clancy’s Hard No on Camping8:28 What’s Your Luxe & Laid Back? Join the Conversation#Relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #L…

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Here Comes The Bride – Empty Nest Wedding Planning – E73

We hear from JP and Aeryn on the topic of planning your child’s wedding in the empty nest.They offer sage advice on what and what not to do and all of this on top of an unexpected job change.You’l…

We hear from JP and …

We hear from JP and Aeryn on the topic of planning your child’s wedding in the empty nest.They offer sage advice on what and what not to do and all of this on top of an unexpected job change.You’ll want to tune into this one!!CHAPTERS0:00 The Cost of Weddings: An Empty Nest Reality0:19 Welcome Back! Special Guests & Empty Nest Talk2:07 When the Empty Nest Fills Back Up4:27 Adjusting to an Adult Child Moving Home7:12 Preparing for Independent Living Before Marriage9:30 Empty Nest Wedding Planning: Where to Start12:16 Setting Boundaries as Empty Nest Parents15:14 Guest Lists, Family Expe…

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Is Revisiting Relationships Risky in the Empty Nest – E72

A new story from Nana sparks an interesting conversation about old flames. We are headed to Rick’s college reunion in the spring and were wondering if that provides an opportunity for old relations…

A new story from Nan…

A new story from Nana sparks an interesting conversation about old flames. We are headed to Rick’s college reunion in the spring and were wondering if that provides an opportunity for old relationships to get reignited at this stage of life. How can we safeguard against that? Grey Divorce Episode 28 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RxIYTnyBJfistDVvkdfik CHAPTERS 0:00 The Danger of Looking Back at Old Relationships 2:15 Quick Austin Trip Recap 3:25 A Family Story That Sparked This Conversation 6:53 When Past Relationships Almost Changed the Future 9:00 How Our Dating Histories Shape Who…

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Empty Nesters Rediscover Creativity – E71

Our creative juices are reflowing...Have you found more time to be creative in the empty nest? Is there something that you’ve wanted to do but can’t get the motivation to do it? We discuss our �…

Our creative juices …

Our creative juices are reflowing...Have you found more time to be creative in the empty nest? Is there something that you’ve wanted to do but can’t get the motivation to do it? We discuss our “just do it” mentality and the areas that have got us moving forward on things. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro…and a new cough remedy 2:14 Post-Podfest: Turning Inspiration Into Action 4:37 Rediscovering Creativity in the Empty Nest 7:58 Brainstorming and Taking the First Steps 10:05 How We Organize Big Ideas as a Team 13:34 Working Together as a Couple: Early Lessons 17:25 Real Estate and Investment P…

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The Empty Nesters Go To Podfest – E70

We’re coming to you from a different location this week. We recap our amazing experience at Podfest Expo 2025 from one of the “studios” set up at the event. We met so many people and learned so …

We’re coming to yo…

We’re coming to you from a different location this week. We recap our amazing experience at Podfest Expo 2025 from one of the “studios” set up at the event. We met so many people and learned so many things-many we hope to incorporate into The Loud Quiet. Shows & Brands mentioned in the episode... Relatively Famous Podcast: https://www.relativelyfamous.net/ Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1714744 Shure: https://amzn.to/4h1GRZU Renaissance Orlando: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcosr-renaissance-orlando-at-seaworld/overview/ CHAPTERS 0:00 What Empty Ne…

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The Empty Nesters Go To Podfest – E70

We’re coming to you from a different location this week. We recap our amazing experience at Podfest Expo 2025 from one of the “studios” set up at the event. We met so many people and learned so …

We’re coming to yo…

We’re coming to you from a different location this week. We recap our amazing experience at Podfest Expo 2025 from one of the “studios” set up at the event. We met so many people and learned so many things-many we hope to incorporate into The Loud Quiet. Shows & Brands mentioned in the episode... Relatively Famous Podcast https://www.relativelyfamous.net/ Buzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1714744 Shure https://amzn.to/4h1GRZU Renaissance Orlando: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcosr-renaissance-orlando-at-seaworld/overview/ CHAPTERS 0:00 What Empty Nest…

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Staying Close with Miles Between – E69

Can alone time be beneficial in a relationship? We think so. Whether you’re in different states, countries or just out for a walk by yourself, time apart can bring you closer. We discuss some ti…

Can alone time be be…

Can alone time be beneficial in a relationship? We think so. Whether you’re in different states, countries or just out for a walk by yourself, time apart can bring you closer. We discuss some tips that we have implemented over the years that have helped us stay connected when distance comes into play. CHAPTERS 0:00 Snow Day Shenanigans 3:23 Preparing for the Arizona Road Trip 5:00 The Joys and Challenges of Time Apart 12:25 The Benefits of Solo Time 17:20 Introverts, Extroverts, and Finding Balance 21:43 4 Tips to Stay Connected When Apart 30:40 Balancing Togetherness and Independence 3…

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Turning Off The “Hold” Button – E68

Have you been putting something big, new or exciting on hold? Clancy is starting a new chapter in her life- a different routine. She and Rick are excited about some new ventures in 2025. Clancy talks …

Have you been puttin…

Have you been putting something big, new or exciting on hold? Clancy is starting a new chapter in her life- a different routine. She and Rick are excited about some new ventures in 2025. Clancy talks about the fears that she has after she turns off the hold button. “Avicii - I’m Tim” on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/title/81915373 CHAPTERS 0:00 Resetting Routine Post-Holidays 3:13 Impact of Surgery and Recovery 7:47 Identity Shift and Anxiety 13:32 Planning for the Future 17:31 Balancing Activity and Patience 22:04 The Power of No 26:07 Finding Clarity and Purpose 32:35 Reflecting o…

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Peaks, pits and pivots – E67

We talk about the highs, lows and lessons that 2024 brought. A year in review with some glances into the new year and Clancy gives us a slogan or two for 2025. "I'm Dead Now What" planner - https://a…

We talk about the hi…

We talk about the highs, lows and lessons that 2024 brought. A year in review with some glances into the new year and Clancy gives us a slogan or two for 2025. "I'm Dead Now What" planner - https://amzn.to/4gPXyYl Episode 34 "Cakes on a plane" - https://theloudquiet.transistor.fm/episodes/cakes-on-a-plane-e34 Episode 54 "Swedish Death Cleaning in the Empty Nest" - https://theloudquiet.transistor.fm/episodes/swedish-death-cleaning-in-the- CHAPTERS 0:00 - Holiday Season Recap and Personal Challenges 3:41 - Year-End Recap: Peaks, Pits, and Pivots 10:13 - Significant Family Milestones 14:45 - Fa…

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A New Chin And Handling Holidays With Kin – E66

Clancy gives us a post op recap. Rick talks about the surgery and recovery from his perspective. We discuss some advice columns dealing with holidays and handling family situations.Dr Rana Facial Plas…

Clancy gives us a po…

Clancy gives us a post op recap. Rick talks about the surgery and recovery from his perspective. We discuss some advice columns dealing with holidays and handling family situations.Dr Rana Facial Plastic Surgery: https://www.theranacenter.comCHAPTERS0:00 Introduction and Clancy's Post-Surgery Recovery3:35 Details of the Surgery8:00 First Night at Home12:00 Bandage Removal and Initial Observations 16:00 Caregiver Experience20:00 Grocery Store Visit22:00 Advice column reactions segment Introduction25:00 Advice column reactions Holiday Stress and Family Dynamics30:00 Advice column reactions Gifts…

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Is Plastic Surgery On Your Bingo Card? – E65

Thanksgiving, Bingo Cards and Plastic surgery. We’re hitting a wide array of topics this week. Clancy is vain and she’s the first to admit it but she’s open to discussing her upcoming tweaks. C…

Thanksgiving, Bingo …

Thanksgiving, Bingo Cards and Plastic surgery. We’re hitting a wide array of topics this week. Clancy is vain and she’s the first to admit it but she’s open to discussing her upcoming tweaks. CHAPTERS 0:00 Thanksgiving Recap and Family Gathering 3:40 Family Memories and Generational Shifts 9:00 Adult Conversations and Generational Transitions 13:00 Bingo Card and Family Traditions 15:30 Birthday Celebration and Family Bonding 21:00 Clancy's Upcoming Plastic Surgery 27:00 Balancing Self-Improvement and Society's Expectations 34:00 Final Thoughts and Countdown to Christmas #relationshi…

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Igniting Intimacy in the empty nest – E64

Has the intimacy in your relationship taken a hit in the empty nest? We hear from Stephanie Flood, a relationship and intimacy therapist on reasons why and tips to get that spark going again. Find S…

Has the intimacy in …

Has the intimacy in your relationship taken a hit in the empty nest? We hear from Stephanie Flood, a relationship and intimacy therapist on reasons why and tips to get that spark going again. Find Stephanie at www.afloodoflove.com CHAPTERS CHAPTERS 0:00 Stephanie Flood Introduction 2:44 Defining Intimacy and Sex 7:55 Initiating Conversations About Sex 12:13 Challenges in the Empty Nest Phase 15:20 Impact of Working from Home on Intimacy 18:41 Balancing Routine and Spontaneity in Intimacy 22:58 Seeking Help from a Relationship Coach 25:04 Addressing Physical Challenges in Intimacy 31:36 Re…

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When it all goes right – E63

Coming to you from Jackson Square in New Orleans. Our trip got off to a frantic start but quickly turned into an amazing time when everything went right. How did a Lyft ride set the tone for the pe…

Coming to you from J…

Coming to you from Jackson Square in New Orleans. Our trip got off to a frantic start but quickly turned into an amazing time when everything went right. How did a Lyft ride set the tone for the perfect weekend getaway? Empty nest stories are universal. Listen to find out. 0:00 Recording in New Orleans 1:12 Overcoming Travel Chaos to Start the Trip Right 3:14 Connecting with a Kindred Empty Nester Spirit 7:27 An Inspiring Story of Rekindling a Marriage 9:33 Wandering the Charming Streets of New Orleans 14:24 Securing Seats at the Iconic Carousel Bar 16:32 Getting into the Hottest Restau…

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When it all goes right – E63

Coming to you from Jackson Square in New Orleans. Our trip got off to a frantic start but quickly turned into an amazing time when everything went right. How did a Lyft ride set the tone for the per…

Coming to you from J…

Coming to you from Jackson Square in New Orleans. Our trip got off to a frantic start but quickly turned into an amazing time when everything went right. How did a Lyft ride set the tone for the perfect weekend getaway? Empty nest stories are universal. Listen to find out. 0:00 Recording in New Orleans 1:12 Overcoming Travel Chaos to Start the Trip Right 3:14 Connecting with a Kindred Empty Nester Spirit 7:27 An Inspiring Story of Rekindling a Marriage 9:33 Wandering the Charming Streets of New Orleans 14:24 Securing Seats at the Iconic Carousel Bar 16:32 Getting into the Hottest Restaura…

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Connections Aren't Accidental – E62

Making connections in the empty nest is more challenging than expected. Do we need to put ourselves out there more? Have we done some of the things we thought would help us make connections? Let’…

Making connections i…

Making connections in the empty nest is more challenging than expected. Do we need to put ourselves out there more? Have we done some of the things we thought would help us make connections? Let’s start in our own neighborhoods-get out there and meet someone. CHAPTERS 0:00 Clancy's Neighborhood Connection Experiment 0:34 Celebrating 2000 downloads! 1:23 Connecting at the Duke Alumni Event 4:45 Challenges of Building Neighborhood Connections 9:04 Navigating Empty Nest with Young Adults 11:25 Importance of Genuine Neighborhood Connections 16:55 Impact of COVID-19 on Social Interactions 22…

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Connections Aren’t Accidental – E62

Making connections in the empty nest is more challenging than expected. Do we need to put ourselves out there more? Have we done some of the things we thought would help us make connections? Let’…

Making connections i…

Making connections in the empty nest is more challenging than expected. Do we need to put ourselves out there more? Have we done some of the things we thought would help us make connections? Let’s start in our own neighborhoods-get out there and meet someone. CHAPTERS 0:00 Clancy's Neighborhood Connection Experiment 0:34 Celebrating 2000 downloads! 1:23 Connecting at the Duke Alumni Event 4:45 Challenges of Building Neighborhood Connections 9:04 Navigating Empty Nest with Young Adults 11:25 Importance of Genuine Neighborhood Connections 16:55 Impact of COVID-19 on Social Interactions 22:…

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Different Thoughts – Unified Purpose E61

It seems like everyone is searching and hoping for unity right now. We talk about uniting together in several areas of our lives right now and one came to mind as we were walking around Town Lake in…

It seems like everyo…

It seems like everyone is searching and hoping for unity right now. We talk about uniting together in several areas of our lives right now and one came to mind as we were walking around Town Lake in Austin. We all have different thoughts, personalities and roles but coming together to reach one goal is so satisfying. CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Seeking Unity Amidst Election Tensions 2:02 Combating Forces of Disunity 7:50 Navigating the Estate Process with Support and Understanding 11:27 Lessons in Unity from Town Lake 16:29 Recognizing Differing Emotional Attachments 19:40 Sharing the…

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Different Thoughts – Unified Purpose – E61

It seems like everyone is searching and hoping for unity right now. We talk about uniting together in several areas of our lives right now and one came to mind as we were walking around Town Lake in…

It seems like everyo…

It seems like everyone is searching and hoping for unity right now. We talk about uniting together in several areas of our lives right now and one came to mind as we were walking around Town Lake in Austin. We all have different thoughts, personalities and roles but coming together to reach one goal is so satisfying. CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Seeking Unity Amidst Election Tensions 2:02 Combating Forces of Disunity 7:50 Navigating the Estate Process with Support and Understanding 11:27 Lessons in Unity from Town Lake 16:29 Recognizing Differing Emotional Attachments 19:40 Sharing the…

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Attitude Of Gratitude In The Empty Nest

Is the art of the “thank you” Dying?  We talk about the things in our lives that we are grateful for right now in the empty nest and beyond the empty nest.  What has you feeling grateful and ho…

Is the art of the �…

Is the art of the “thank you” dying?  We talk about the things in our lives that we are grateful for right now in the empty nest and beyond the empty nest.  What has you feeling grateful and how do you deal with being thankful when things aren’t so great? CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction and gratitude discussion 2:15 Defining and experiencing gratitude 5:30 Reflecting on daughter's Growth 8:00 Visiting Tombstone 13:00 Waffle House adventure 15:00 Gratitude for business success 18:00 Appreciating family finances 22:00 Connecting through sports 25:00 Final reflections on gratitude #relati…

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Attitude Of Gratitude In The Empty Nest – E60

Is the art of the “thank you” dying?  We talk about the things in our lives that we are grateful for right now in the empty nest and beyond the empty nest.  What has you feeling grateful and how…

Is the art of the �…

Is the art of the “thank you” dying?  We talk about the things in our lives that we are grateful for right now in the empty nest and beyond the empty nest.  What has you feeling grateful and how do you deal with being thankful when things aren’t so great? CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction and gratitude discussion 2:15 Defining and experiencing gratitude 5:30 Reflecting on daughter's growth 8:00 Visiting Tombstone 13:00 Waffle House adventure 15:00 Gratitude for business success 18:00 Appreciating family finances 22:00 Connecting through sports 25:00 Final reflections on gratitude #relationsh…

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The Empty Nest Goes Back In Time - E59 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
The Empty Nest Goes Back In Time – E59

Did we wake up in the 80s?? Is that wood paneling and a salad bar?? We’ve come full circle and felt that cozy feeling of being back in our dating/young married neighborhood. The text with Tanner s…

Did we wake up in th…

Did we wake up in the 80s?? Is that wood paneling and a salad bar?? We’ve come full circle and felt that cozy feeling of being back in our dating/young married neighborhood. The text with Tanner set everything in motion. 0:00 - Setting the Stage 2:40 - Making Plans with an adult child 5:40 - Stepping Back in Time at Dunston Steakhouse 12:00 - Reminiscing About the Past 16:40 - The Pull of Community - City vs Suburb 21:00 - Revisiting Old Haunts 26:00 - Reflecting on the Future #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanem…

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Healthy Selfishness In The Empty Nest - E58 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Healthy Selfishness In The Empty Nest – E58

Is it ok to be selfish in the empty nest? What do we need and how can we communicate it better? How do you handle when half of the couple gets their needs met but the other doesn’t? 0:00 Healthy Se…

Is it ok to be selfi…

Is it ok to be selfish in the empty nest? What do we need and how can we communicate it better? How do you handle when half of the couple gets their needs met but the other doesn’t? 0:00 Healthy Selfishness in the Empty Nest 2:00 The Importance of Planning and Stimulation 6:00 Dealing with Disrupted Plans 9:00 Escaping to Nature 13:00 The Need for Solitude vs. Companionship 16:00 Communicating Needs in Marriage 20:00 Seasonal Changes and Personal Reflections 24:00 Discerning Purpose and Setting Goals 28:00 Balancing Individual and Shared Priorities 30:00 Updates on Children and Looking Ahea…

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Unpacking Emotions In The Empty Nest - E57 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Unpacking Emotions In The Empty Nest – E57

How do you handle plans that are made and then get canceled unexpectedly? We had been prepping and looking forward to something big this week. Dealing with disappointment as adults in the empty nest i…

How do you handle pl…

How do you handle plans that are made and then get canceled unexpectedly? We had been prepping and looking forward to something big this week. Dealing with disappointment as adults in the empty nest is tough. 0:00 - Acknowledging Disappointment Without Comparison4:26 - Unveiling the CX Passport Live Business Venture 7:31 - Navigating the Unexpected Event Cancellation13:53 - Unpacking the Emotional Impact of Disappointment16:24 - Exploring How Empty Nest Affects Disappointment20:49 - Weighing the Options for Spontaneous Plans22:40 - Balancing Individual Needs and Shared Experiences 26:59 - Refl…

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Oh, The 14 Places We'll Go In The Empty Nest – Maybe??

Planning a trip for 2025? Rick and Clancy discuss a list of 4 places that are begging tourists to come and another that has 10 places that are on the “not hot” list. Would you visit any of these? …

Planning a trip for …

Planning a trip for 2025? Rick and Clancy discuss a list of 4 places that are begging tourists to come and another that has 10 places that are on the “not hot” list. Would you visit any of these? (Links to articles below the chapter list) Chapters 0:00 Introduction and Parents Weekend 1:31 Discussing Travel Destinations for 2025 3:54 Destinations Actively Seeking Travelers 5:39 Greenland as a Destination 7:04 Morocco as a Destination 7:55 Afghanistan and Serbia as Destinations 10:21 Georgia as a Destination 11:56 Reactions to the Four Destinations 13:53 The "Not Hot" List of Destinations…

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Oh, The 14 Places We’ll Go In The Empty Nest – Maybe??

Planning a trip for 2025? Rick and Clancy discuss a list of 4 places that are begging tourists to come and another that has 10 places that are on the “not hot” list. Would you visit any of these?…

Planning a trip for …

Planning a trip for 2025? Rick and Clancy discuss a list of 4 places that are begging tourists to come and another that has 10 places that are on the “not hot” list. Would you visit any of these? (Links to articles below the chapter list) Chapters 0:00 Introduction and Parents Weekend 1:31 Discussing Travel Destinations for 2025 3:54 Destinations Actively Seeking Travelers 5:39 Greenland as a Destination 7:04 Morocco as a Destination 7:55 Afghanistan and Serbia as Destinations 10:21 Georgia as a Destination 11:56 Reactions to the Four Destinations 13:53 The "Not Hot" List of …

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Balancing Boundaries in the Empty Nest – E55

We’re coming to you from the road and we can’t drive 55🤣 What boundaries have you had to set in the empty nest? We answer this question for us and get to see our daughter setting a boundary li…

We’re coming to yo…

We’re coming to you from the road and we can’t drive 55🤣 What boundaries have you had to set in the empty nest? We answer this question for us and get to see our daughter setting a boundary live and in person. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsle…

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Swedish Death Cleaning In The Empty Nest - E54 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Swedish Death Cleaning in the Empty Nest – E54

What is Swedish Death Cleaning and why should everyone do it? We discuss how we tackled starting to go through Rick’s childhood home and some generational differences revolving around “stuff”. …

What is Swedish Deat…

What is Swedish Death Cleaning and why should everyone do it? We discuss how we tackled starting to go through Rick’s childhood home and some generational differences revolving around “stuff”. Text from Tanner to his very tired parents. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave…

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Join Clubs Or Die – E53

We review the documentary “Join or Die” https://joinordiefilm.com/ Why do people not join clubs anymore?? How can empty nesters become more involved in their communities? This is a real risk to l…

We review the docume…

We review the documentary “Join or Die” https://joinordiefilm.com/ Why do people not join clubs anymore?? How can empty nesters become more involved in their communities? This is a real risk to life longevity. How can we change this? Text is from Teagan. Find a community screening near your home on Sunday Sept 15th. https://www.irlmovieclub.org/ #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relatio…

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Reinventing Us In The Empty Nest - E52 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Reinventing Us In The Empty Nest – E52

Is 50 too old to reinvent yourself? We don’t think so and we hope not🤣 Come along with us on this journey of something new. Text is from a very busy Tanner. #relationships #marriage #recrea…

Is 50 too old to rei…

Is 50 too old to reinvent yourself? We don’t think so and we hope not🤣 Come along with us on this journey of something new. Text is from a very busy Tanner. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #Tipsforsuccessfu…

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Reinventing Us In The Empty Nest E52

Is 50 too old to reinvent yourself? We don’t think so and we hope not🤣 Come along with us on this journey of something new. Text is from a very busy Tanner. #relationships #marriage #recrea…

Is 50 too old to rei…

Is 50 too old to reinvent yourself? We don’t think so and we hope not🤣 Come along with us on this journey of something new. Text is from a very busy Tanner. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #Tipsforsuccessfu…

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A Car, A Bar, Questions From Afar - E51 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
A Car, A Bar, Questions From Afar – E51

Spending all day at a car dealership is not our idea of empty nest fun but at least we got to explore some new places that only locals frequent. What is blue juice?? You’ll have to listen/watch to…

Spending all day at …

Spending all day at a car dealership is not our idea of empty nest fun but at least we got to explore some new places that only locals frequent. What is blue juice?? You’ll have to listen/watch to find out. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #…

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Empty Nest 201 - Retaining Our Amateur Status E50 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Empty Nest 201 – Retaining Our Amateur Status E50

Wow!! 50 Episodes Where have we been the past three weeks?? We evaluate ourselves on some of the goals or micro enhancements we set earlier in the year. Text is from Teagan. #relationships #ma…

Wow!! 50 Episodes W…

Wow!! 50 Episodes Where have we been the past three weeks?? We evaluate ourselves on some of the goals or micro enhancements we set earlier in the year. Text is from Teagan. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #Ti…

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Empty Nest 201 – Retaining Our Amateur Status E50

Wow!! 50 Episodes Where have we been the past three weeks?? We evaluate ourselves on some of the goals or micro enhancements we set earlier in the year. Text is from Teagan. #relationships #mar…

Wow!! 50 Episodes W…

Wow!! 50 Episodes Where have we been the past three weeks?? We evaluate ourselves on some of the goals or micro enhancements we set earlier in the year. Text is from Teagan. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #Tip…

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Sage Wisdom With The Elders - E49 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Sage Wisdom With The Elders – E49

Clancy’s parents join us this week and share some great advice and insights about the empty nest. And the most important question “Who’s your favorite child” will be answered. Do NOT miss the …

Clancy’s parents j…

Clancy’s parents join us this week and share some great advice and insights about the empty nest. And the most important question “Who’s your favorite child” will be answered. Do NOT miss the last two minutes when Phil and Bunny share their one piece of advice they'd give to every Empty Nester. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanem…

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Empty Nest Olympics – Going For Gold E48

Gold, Silver or Bronze?? Listen to Rick and Clancy evaluate themselves on the categories in their Empty Nest Olympics. Each event is a key part to a healthy Empty Nest relationship. Hopefully this wi…

Gold, Silver or Bron…

Gold, Silver or Bronze?? Listen to Rick and Clancy evaluate themselves on the categories in their Empty Nest Olympics. Each event is a key part to a healthy Empty Nest relationship. Hopefully this will inspire some great discussion for our listeners #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafte…

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Manifesting Optimism – We're Trying E47

It’s been a bummer summer but we’re focusing on the good things-or we’re trying to. A text from Tanner warmed our hearts and new business ventures are being tossed around. #relationships #m…

It’s been a bummer…

It’s been a bummer summer but we’re focusing on the good things-or we’re trying to. A text from Tanner warmed our hearts and new business ventures are being tossed around. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #T…

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Manifesting Optimism – We’re Trying E47

It’s been a bummer summer but we’re focusing on the good things-or we’re trying to. A text from Tanner warmed our hearts and new business ventures are being tossed around. #relationships #…

It’s been a bummer…

It’s been a bummer summer but we’re focusing on the good things-or we’re trying to. A text from Tanner warmed our hearts and new business ventures are being tossed around. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters #…

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Empty Nest Groove And Guilt – E46

Clancy and Rick get their “groove” back in the empty nest life but does “mom guilt” ever go away? Text comes from Tanner and listen to the end for our mini Therapy session. #relationships …

Clancy and Rick get …

Clancy and Rick get their “groove” back in the empty nest life but does “mom guilt” ever go away? Text comes from Tanner and listen to the end for our mini therapy session. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsystemsforemptynesters …

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3 For Me - 2 On Hold - E45 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
3 For Me – 2 On Hold – E45

Lately, our empty nest life is feeling focused on the birds that left the nest. Our conversations and errands are revolving around the kids. We revisited a restaurant from our past and Teagan was NO…

Lately, our empty ne…

Lately, our empty nest life is feeling focused on the birds that left the nest. Our conversations and errands are revolving around the kids. We revisited a restaurant from our past and Teagan was NOT happy with us-listen to hear why. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Family…

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Inside Out In The Empty Nest - E44 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Inside Out In The empty nest – E44

Let’s talk about the brilliance of Inside Out 2 AND what emotions would be added if the movie were about the empty nest? Also….What happens when 2 adults act like toddlers at the concession stand…

Let’s talk about t…

Let’s talk about the brilliance of Inside Out 2 AND what emotions would be added if the movie were about the empty nest? Also….What happens when 2 adults act like toddlers at the concession stand? #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsyste…

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Retraining Our Empty Nest Brain - E43 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
Retraining Our Empty Nest Brain – E43

Impulsive travel is one of the treats of empty nesting. We haven’t done as much of that lately. What would get us back into a trip like that? It’s both not what you’d expect and exactly what you…

Impulsive travel is …

Impulsive travel is one of the treats of empty nesting. We haven’t done as much of that lately. What would get us back into a trip like that? It’s both not what you’d expect and exactly what you’d expect. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave…

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When Will Rest Come - E42 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
When Will Rest Come – E42

It’s been a flurry of schedules, decisions and work. Trying to live the empty nest life with one kiddo at home and one in AZ has not been as seamless as we thought. Our need to not have loose ends h…

It’s been a flurry…

It’s been a flurry of schedules, decisions and work. Trying to live the empty nest life with one kiddo at home and one in AZ has not been as seamless as we thought. Our need to not have loose ends has our brains working on overtime. Lots of texts and you’ll hear/see why. #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacoupl…

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The End Of A Long Goodbye - E41 &Raquo; 38555572 1691095641233 05Ba056D222C8
The End Of A Long Goodbye – E41

Dealing with the loss of a parent is never easy. Becoming an “orphan” at our age is surreal. We share about our time in Austin remembering Rick’s mom. Do NOT miss the end with a special treat!…

Dealing with the los…

Dealing with the loss of a parent is never easy. Becoming an “orphan” at our age is surreal. We share about our time in Austin remembering Rick’s mom. Do NOT miss the end with a special treat! #relationships #marriage #recreation #podcast #EmptyNesters #EmptyNesting #Lifeafterkidsleave #Transitiontoanemptynest #Parentingjourney #Reinventingourselves #Newchapterinlife #Emptynestchallenges #Findingpurpose #Rediscoveringhobbies #Relationshipafterkids #Self-discovery #Preparingforanemptynest #Reconnectingasacouple #Growingtogetherafterkidsleave #Familydynamicsafterkidsleave #Supportsyst…

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