FKU50

On this bonus episode, meet the founders of Three Odd Guys brewing, a new brewery coming to Apopka, Florida. Listen in to hear the story behind the brand.

In today’s episode, we had Dr. Jason Karp, an internationally recognized running coach, author, speaker, and founder of Run-Fit on the show to talk about the art of running. Karp fell in love with the sport of running in middle school and has been obsessed with the science behind peak athletic performance ever since. Listen in for tips and inspiration that will empower you to keep running well past the age of 50.

After perhaps the most difficult year of his life, our guest Howard Snooks asked the Universe for a sign. Shortly after he read an article in the paper about the need for Baby Boomer representation in the modeling industry. He found an agent, locked down a gig and the rest is history. At the age of 65, Howard started his career in commercial modeling. Yes, you read that right. 5 years later he’s now a runway model and has starred in two indie films. If you’re looking for inspiration on navigating life’s curveballs and still coming out on top, you’ve come to the right place.

Jay Jones decided to change his career path at 49 when he saw the importance of the plant-based movement to the health of people and the environment. He is now the Vice President of Sales for Heritage Health Food and manages the sale of Worthington Food products, a brand that’s offered tasty plant-based foods since 1945. Learn about the oldest plant-based option on the market on this episode of FKU50.

When menopause started early for our guest, Rachel Lankester, she was devastated at first. Over time she came to view this period as a positive experience that inspired introspection and soul-searching in her life. Leaving an uninspiring career in the PR field, she now hosts The Magnificent Midlife, a podcast intended to empower women to live their midlife to the fullest. On today’s episode, she shares her experience with menopause and provides insights into how men can be more present and understanding with the women in their life as they navigate menopause together.

We all have more junk in our garage than we’d like to admit. Wayne Clark, owner of Garage Living, came on the show to talk about his area of expertise: helping people turn their garage into a place that sparks joy instead of dread. If you need some motivation to clean your garage, this episode’s for you.

The older we get, the more our hormone levels drop and the lower our quality of life gets. Our guest AJ Piovesan is the medical director of hormone therapy in Orlando and a graduate of the School of Medicine at the University of Washington. Learn about hormones and their importance in maintaining a high quality of life in spite of the aging process on this episode of #FKU50.

Pilates have a misguided reputation as being a feminine activity. On this episode you’ll learn that Pilates was actually invented by a man and provide benefits that can be enjoyed regardless if you’re a man or a woman. If you’re looking for a way to keep your body in shape and protect your body against injuries, Pilates might be just what you’re looking for.

Turning exercise into a hobby is a great way to outsmart life after 50. FKU50 invites long-time cyclists Kent Lofton and Eddie Braga on the show to talk about all things bicycling. Listen in as these 60-year-old bikers share tips and tricks of the trade from their years of experience. If you’re thinking about turning cycling into a hobby, this episode is for you.

When it comes to computers, many of us are next-to clueless about how they work and how to protect ourselves on the internet. On this episode, we had guest and friend Lincoln Chiaponne, a Microsoft certified engineer, Cisco certified network associate and business owner on the show to educate us on the topic. This episode is for anyone who wants to know what they don’t know about the world of computers.

Everyone likes sex. John Wagner, a sex therapist and licensed mental health counselor, joins the FKU50 team to talk about the important stuff: how to have better sex after 50. If you’re looking for practical tips on spicing up your sex life in the face of aging, this episode is for you.

Closets are an often overlooked room in the home. Brian Ebert, owner of “That’s a Nice Closet” sits down with the FKU50 crew for a conversation about all things closets. Listen in as they discuss design trends, DIY renovation tips and more. Whether you have a walk-in closet, a normal one, or no closet at all, you’re sure to learn something from this episode.

We're not the only ones aging. At this stage of life, many of us have become responsible for the care of our aging parents. Life Coach David Achata joins the FKU50 crew for an honest conversation about that. He shares lessons he's learned and discusses the emotional, physical and mental dynamics that come with that role. This episode is for anyone who needs a reminder that it's okay, no necessary, to ask for help when you need it.

If you’re close to 50, you’ve probably started to notice your skin isn’t looking as youthful as it once did. Listen in to Doug, Jeff and Kent’s conversation with dermatologist and Nova Southeast University alumni Tom Van Hyning.

When it comes to life insurance, you can just “get it and forget it”, right? Wrong. Gary Garofalo of Florida Farm Bureau Insurance sits down with the guys for an honest, informative episode. Listen in as he explains the importance of reviewing your life insurance policies regularly. If you have life insurance or are in the market for it, this episode is for you.