For most of my forties I thought, "Is this it?" It was like I was on a treadmill grinding out a lifestyle that felt much harder than it should. If you've ever felt the same, you're definitely not alone.

Now, as a mid-fifties empty nester, I've learned some valuable lessons about work, parenting and life in general. I'm on a mission to help those in their forties and fifties effectively navigate the major challenges of midlife.

My goal with this podcast is simple: to share insights and perspectives that will help you rethink how you approach life's challenges. I also want to understand more about the world my kids will be moving into as adults - hence the idea to co-host with my daughter, Lily. 

We want to inspire you to look forward with renewed vigour and excitement about whatever's next for you. 

Hi! I’m Lily and I’m a 22-year-old English, Creative Writing and Social Policy student based in Glasgow. When I’m not buried in uni work, you’ll probably find me doomscrolling Vinted, chasing the perfect vintage find, or at a live music event with friends! I love a good pop culture deep dive - which definitely sneaks its way into most of our episodes (expect plenty of references, whether my dad gets them or not…) 

This podcast is a space where I get to connect with my dad and have honest, reflective conversations about life, careers, and navigating the world from our two very different perspectives. We share stories to try to bridge the generational gap - all while giving listeners a front-row seat to our evolving dynamic. 

For me, it’s not just about learning from my dad’s experiences, it’s also about finding and growing my own voice, and inviting listeners into our chats that are sometimes silly, sometimes messy, but always real.