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Older Women Actors Who Eternally Inspire Us

All these extraordinary women have one thing in common: They haven’t slowed down.

Culture

5 Apps and Tech Skills That May Lead to a Healthier You

Get a ride, get a meal, get grandkids on the phone quickly.

Books

4 Life-Changing Books You Might Want to Read Now

Check out these reads that are both timeless and ageless.

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Movies & Television

The 12 Most Epic Christmas Movies of All Time

Here's why I treasure each and every one.

Date: November 27, 2025

The 7 Must-Watch Films and TV Shows Coming Out in Fall of 2025

These must-sees will shake up all of your senses.

Date: September 11, 2025

The 5 TV Shows Every Older Woman Should Be Binging Right Now

This must-watch list is perfect for the end of summer.

Date: August 21, 2025

The 10 TV Shows That Every Older Woman Should Be Watching

They will make you laugh, learn and maybe even cry.

Date: April 10, 2025

Culture

5 Inspiring Podcasts Helping Me Navigate Life After 60

Have a listen and you'll feel more hopeful about everything.

Date: May 29, 2025

The 8 Lessons About Aging I've Learned From Rock Stars

Are you, too, inspired by these celebrities?

Date: April 16, 2025

Our Talk With Octogenarian Author Frances Mayes

Her books made all of us want to be 'Under the Tuscan Sun.'

Date: January 9, 2025

Why Hallmark Channel Movies Should Showcase Older Actors

I am an older actress and this is the story I want to pitch.

Date: December 18, 2024

Books

The 6 Must-Read Books to Gift for the Holidays

You'll want to gift yourself some of these picks, too!

Date: December 4, 2025

5 Best and Inspiring Beach Reads for Summer 2025

Pick one up and take a trip back in time.

Date: June 12, 2025

What I Learned from Nancy Drew and Pippi Longstocking

Who were the heroines in your favorite childhood books?

Date: May 29, 2025

Have You Read “Lessons in Chemistry” Yet?

Meet a woman ahead of her time in the #1 global bestseller

Date: May 1, 2025

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