30 OCT 2019 · Over 50? You Are Not Done Yet, is a podcast about personal awakenings, spiritual connections and stories of joy. Follow host Nadine O. on a journey of rediscovery, as she finds her voice in the world of podcasting and the friends she meets along the way. Her motto, if you are still breathing, you are not done yet! Take a listen. Introduction Notes: My name is Nadine O., creator of the Over 50 You Are Not Done Yet show, a podcast about the journeys of people 50 and over seeking a more joyful life. So let me ask you a question. Are you wondering if it's too late, or that there's not enough time in the day to do what you love? Or are you just going through the motions of life? Well, let me tell you, this podcast is for you. You see, a while back, I felt the same way. And then I started to hear this faint whisper in the wind: "Hey, why don't you learn to podcast?" And here I am on this amazing journey, discovering my new voice, all the while meeting some pretty amazing people, people living their truths. And you can too. So why don't you join me? And let's write the next chapter together on the Over 50 You Are Not Done Yet show. See you there!

31 OCT 2019 · Falling on train tracks and shattering your leg can be a life-changing experience.  For Bhavisha Patel it was transformative one. Raised in Kenya and educated in England, Bhavisha was a litigation attorney practicing in New York. After the accident she underwent multiple surgeries over several years. During her recovery she returned to painting. And it was painting she says that made her whole in moments of despair. Bhavisha began painting with minimal formal training, but through books and experimenting she developed her own unique style. Now over fifty she has been painting for the last twenty years. "Art," she says, "is a vehicle to find internal strength." This lawyer turned artist lives in Philadelphia and her work has been exhibited locally and in galleries throughout the world. In today's episode Nadine O. sits down with painter Bhavisha Patel to talk about how she continues to find meaning and create art in later life. Please enjoy the show. "EVERY MOMENT IS A GIFT"- Painter Bhavisha Patel More information about Painter Bhavisha Patel can be found on her website. http://www.artandtheagelessgardens.com/ More information about our show- over50youarenotdoneyet.com Like the Show? Leave us a review here or on itunes Have questions? Send email- youarenotdoneyet@gmail.com (subject-Got a question) Music: Pond5 and Epidemic

17 NOV 2019 · Karen L. Smith often says "timing is everything and that, all dreams are possible." So, it's no surprise, she realized her dream and became a full-time professional musician. Her instrument is the drum and you may hear her making beats on Philly sidewalks or performing on the concert stage, across the US. But there’s more to Karen than meets the eye. Karen uses her instrument as a healing and transformative medium, creating drums circles at schools, senior centers and community outreach functions. Brightening eyes and souls of many. She organized and is the artistic director and lead percussionist for two jazz ensembles -- Sistahs Laying Down Hands and Weez the Peebles. She coordinated the first John Coltrane Jazz Festival. She has written several plays including Legacy the Play and Legacy II, Where are the Tubmans? And the list goes on. Nadine O, caught up with Karen L. Smith, right before her busy season, to talk about her passion for music and what she asked the universe to deliver to her. Take a listen. Subscribe below to our newsletter and get the lasted updates on our show! Our episodes are published bi-weekly on Sundays. LIKE THE SHOW? Leave us a review on Itunes or Spreaker! GOT QUESTIONS? Send email at youarenotdoneyet@gmail.com Or leave your questions in the comment section below. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Karen L. Smith can be reached @ havedrumswilltravelimmediately@gmail.com MUSIC: Musical performance on Djembe Drum – Karen L. Smith Epidemic: Will He Live Again Kikoru Sanctuary-Bonnie Grace Pond 5: Natural Acoustic Blues Guitar

1 DEC 2019 · Please Enjoy Our Featured Guest this week! After years of working in the restaurant and bar business, Veronica became an artist model at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. She also became adept at watercolors and sculpting with some of her work shown at student exhibitions at the Academy. Veronica is never without her sketchpad and regularly creates images of the Philadelphia Museum of Arts great works, as well as, street scenes in and around Philadelphia. Veronica also sings in the choir at Saint John the Evangelist Church in Center City Philadelphia. In this episode, Veronica shares how it feels to pose in front of a class of aspiring artists with host Nadine O. at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. LIKE THE SHOW? Leave us a review on Itunes or Spreaker! GOT QUESTIONS? Send email at youarenotdoneyet@gmail.com Or leave your questions in the comment section below. LINKS AND RESOURCES: To contact Artist Model Veronica Meekins, email us @youarenotdoneyet@gmail.com and put 'Hello Veronica Meekins" in the subject area. We will gladly forward that to her. MUSIC: Epidemic: Will He Live Again Kikoru Sanctuary-Bonnie Grace Pond 5: Natural Acoustic Blues Guitar Our episodes are published bi-weekly on Sundays.

22 DEC 2019 · Nadine O. is a TV news editor by day and an inspirational speaker, vlogger, podcaster by night. After turning 50, she began to reflect on her life's purpose. Many around her spoke of doing things like traveling, picking up old hobbies or learning new one's after retirement. Sadly, a few didn't make it to that milestone. Then there were those in retirement who struggled to fill the hours in their days. She began to wonder, was that it? No! So, she created her very first company, the Yandy Project. Y.A.N.D.Y. standing for 'You Are Not Done Yet', and made it her mission to inspire, to support and to share stories of hope, exploration and new beginnings, for and by, people over 50. Her first mini-series, appropriately named, You Are Not Done Yet!, followed the daily lives of several seniors in retirement or approaching retirement. Since then, 3 of her guests passed away. This challenged her even more, to inspire others not to wait, to keep learning new things, to see the world, and to re-discover their passions. Nadine O. is presently dusting off the cobwebs on her first mini-series and getting fired up about the new, Over 50? You Are Not Done Yet! show! After posting a few of her episodes, she felt the need to turn the spotlight on herself.  Today's episode titled Dream Bigger, is all about her and her journey to podcasting. Discover who she is, her story, her song, her dream and what she wishes for you. in this intimate conversation with you. Music: Pond5 :Natural Acoustic Blues Guitar  Epidemic: Poets, The Girl In Blue, Wind Spirit, Magellanic Clouds Book: Healing with the Arts DREAM BIGGER!!! w/Nadine O. 01:37 Who am I? 04:06 How I got into TV News 06:18 Oh God, help me with my fear of flying! 07:46 My most memorable experiences 13:39 Why did I decided to make a podcast? 16:26 My first attempt at podcasting 18:42 Healing with the Arts 12 week program 20:33 The Final Project, 'Rivers of Joy" by Nadine O.

16 FEB 2020 · Have you ever thought about writing a book? In this episode, I'll be talking to a man who wrote three books -- in his 90s! Tom Hickey, a retired Public Relations Director at SEPTA, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, and former tax consultant, describes what it was like to live through the Great Depression, serving as a soldier in India in World War II. In his last book, Tom discusses the meaningful life lessons he learned in his first 98 years. Tom continued to write a monthly newsletter sharing his poetry and observations with family and friends after he passed the century mark. This amazing and inspiring chronicler of life passed away November 2019 at the age of 101. It is my honor to share this moment in time with you. Please enjoy! Thank you! EPIDEMIC SOUNDS: MUSIC: Walk Break MUSICIAN: Jules Gaia MORE INFO: Tom Hickey https://catagnusfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/thomas-j-hickey-101/

2 MAR 2020 · Host Nadine O. sits down with Broadcast Pioneer Joaquin Bowman, author of Tadville- A Brother's Story Of Living With Asperger's and Letter's From Dollie. In this recording Joaquin talks about his life, the books he has written and his mentor Tom Hickey. We hope you enjoy! BOOKS: Tadville: A Brother's Story of Living with Asperger's https://amzn.to/2VL5naV Letters from Dollie https://amzn.to/2TFSYlY    (The above are affiliate links. We receive a small portion of the sales. We thank you for your interest and support!) MUSIC: EPIDEMIC SOUNDS SONG: WALK BREAK MUSICIAN: JULES GAIA

15 MAR 2020 · Nadine O. sits down with Ginny Graham author of Everybody Has a Story and These Are Mine who believes one of the most important things one can do in life is, stay in the moment. Please enjoy the show. Music EPIDEMIC SOUNDS Featuring- Walk Break, Oh What a Whirl by Jules Gaia EVERYBODY HAS A STORY AND THESE ARE MINE. by Ginny Graham and Diane Chew Available on Amazon.com https://amzn.to/2Wig2ds Our company receives a portion of the sales that helps keep the lights on. Thanks for your support!

15 APR 2020 · LIFE IS NOT WHAT YOU HAVE- Artist Mee Lin Youk Today I'm sitting down with Artist, Writer and retired American Airlines Employee Mee Lin Youk who says, "Life is not what you have, it's what you give." Listen as Mee Lin takes you on a journey, her journey to retirement and beyond, Shall we begin? SHOW NOTES: 00:00 INTRODUCTION 01:18 MEE LIN YOUK Growing up Blasian (Black and Chinese) 04:02 MEE LIN YOUK Her life as the middle child 06:32 MEE LIN YOUK Her favorite Bazooka Bubble Gum Quote 08:50 MEE LIN YOUK Her gifts 10:49 MEE LIN YOUK Getting serous about her life 15:11 MEE LIN YOUK From Septa to America Airlines 17:21 MEE LIN YOUK Turning 55 and retiring 19:27 MEE LIN YOUK Working as a Para Professional 20:39 MEE LIN YOUK Her advice for seniors about to retire 25:41 HOST NADINE O. Her thoughts own her interview with MEE LIN YOUK MUSIC: Epidemic Sounds Walk Break - Jules Gaia Bear Club Blues - William Benckert

11 MAY 2020 · Our guest today is actor and producer Dina Engel who has appeared in dozens of features, short films, on television and in commercials. Recently she produced a one hour narrative drama pilot that is sure to turn heads called '48 BLOCKS’. So glad Dina was able to sit down with us via Skype to talk about her journey to becoming an actor and the making of the movie, 'AMERICAN GOTHIC'. Take a listen! https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Dear Sleep by Johannes Bornlof Walk by Jules Gaia Life O' The Lavish by Jules Gaia More Information on our guest Dina Engel https://www.dinaengel.com/ AMERICAN GOTHIC (Amazon Prime) Feature Film NATURAL SELECTION ( Netflix) - Feature Film STICKS & STONES Short Film - 4 minutes ATLANTIC CITY - Short film - 10 minutes