In this episode of 'An Appetizing Life,' host Lisa Marie Todd engages in a heartfelt and insightful conversation with her longtime best friend, Mary Valena Broussard. They reflect on their 30-year friendship, highlighting Mary's transition from a successful actress to balancing motherhood, marriage, and entrepreneurship. Mary discusses embracing new technical skills, managing alumni networks, and the power of self-care. The episode explores themes of personal growth, the importance of a supportive community, and finding inner strength through challenging times.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Welcome to the An Appetizing Life Podcast

(5:22) - Balancing Motherhood and Career

(09:06) - New Ventures and Learning

(13:11) - Advice for Women and Self-Care

(18:30) - Marriage and Partnership

(21:49) - Caring for Elderly Parents

(23:46) - The Importance of Community

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In this episode of An Appetizing Life, host Lisa Marie Todd welcomes you to a space designed to inspire and empower women over 50 as they shape their next chapter with confidence, creativity, and a renewed sense of possibility. Lisa introduces the podcast’s mission—to help you thrive after 50.

On this weekly podcast, you’ll hear stories from inspiring women who have launched new endeavors, embraced exciting adventures, and found renewed purpose in their second, third, and even fourth acts. Lisa will also sit down with experts to dive into the most pressing topics of this stage of life, offering practical tools, strategies, and insights to help you navigate challenges and embrace your best, most vibrant life. Get ready to explore, learn, and laugh as we explore how life after 50 can be the most exciting and fulfilling chapter yet!