What can 500 dates teach you about love, rejection, and confidence?

In this episode of Deep Diving Divas, we sit down with Mark Miller, author of 500 Dates, for an honest conversation about modern dating, relationship skills, and the life lessons that come from first dates that don’t work out. Mark shares why “bad dates” aren’t failures, how to properly end a coffee date, and why dating skills should be taught in school.

This episode goes beyond romance and explores how dating builds communication, resilience, and self-awareness—skills that apply to every area of life.

✨ It’s never too late to dive in.

#DatingAdvice #ModernDating #500Dates #DatingSkills #DatingOver40

#DatingOver50 #LoveAndRelationships #DatingConfidence

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Join the Deep Diving Divas as we sit down with the extraordinary Marilyn Landau — a woman who refuses to let a Parkinson’s diagnosis define her. Instead, she’s redefining what it means to live a full, joyful, purpose-driven life.

Four years after hearing the words no one wants to hear, Marilyn has found her strength in movement, humor, and community. From boxing workouts that keep her strong, to producing comedy fundraisers that uplift others, she’s proving every day that positivity is a choice — and that attitude truly matters.

In this inspiring and deeply human conversation, Marilyn shares:
✨ How she stays active, engaged, and grounded
✨ Why laughter and creativity are vital tools in her wellness journey
✨ The power of community and showing up for yourself
✨ How unexpected challenges can awaken new purpose

Her story is an uplifting reminder that while we can’t always choose what happens to us, we can choose how we respond — with courage, gratitude, and hope.

If you need a boost of inspiration, resilience, and real talk, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

*Tune in and feel empowered to live fully, no matter what life brings.


#LivingFullyWithParkinsons #ParkinsonsAwareness. #InspiringJourney

#ResilienceAndHope #ThrivingNotSurviving #MovementIsMedicine

#PurposeDrivenLife #DeepDivingDivas

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Author S.A. Stolin—also known as Stefanie Stolinsky—whose extraordinary life journey spans Hollywood acting, forensic psychology, and now the release of her brand-new holiday book.

From her early days as the original nurse on Starsky & Hutch, to helping families through crisis as a clinical and forensic psychologist, to becoming an award-winning author, S.A. Stolin shows us what reinvention at any age truly looks like.

If you love stories of creativity, courage, and starting fresh—this conversation will speak right to your soul.

✨ In This Episode, S.A. Stolin Shares:

• How her acting career shaped her storytelling voice

• The surprising path that led her into psychology

• The emotional truth behind her new holiday novel

• What it really takes to reinvent your life at any age

• Why curiosity and courage are the secret ingredients to every new chapter

📘 ABOUT THE BOOK:

S.A. Stolin’s newest holiday release is heartfelt, uplifting, and filled with the warm, magical themes we crave during the season. (Perfect for gifting—and for curling up with a blanket and cocoa!)

🎧 Don’t miss this powerful, heart-warming episode!

If you’re looking for a dose of inspiration, a reminder that it’s never too late to begin again, or just love a great behind-the-scenes story—you’re in the right place.

#SAStolin #AuthorInterview #ReinventionAtAnyAge #HolidayBook #WomenOver50 #DeepDivingDivas #InspiringStories #LifeReinvention #CreativeJourney #ActingToAuthor #PsychologyAndWriting #NewBookRelease #EmpoweringWomen

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When grief hits, it doesn’t just break your heart — it changes your entire life.

In this powerful and intimate episode of Deep Diving Divas, Nancy and Elaine sit down with Dr. Martha Carr, clinical psychologist, therapist, and author of My Grief Teacher, to explore how loss can devastate us… but also transform us in profound and meaningful ways.

Eight years ago, Martha lost her husband suddenly — and the experience reshaped her personally and professionally. Today, she opens up about what grief really feels like, what surprised her, how it altered her relationships, and what it taught her about being human.

If you or someone you love is grieving, this episode will bring comfort, clarity, and hope — straight from someone who has lived it and now helps others do the same.

💔 In this episode, Martha shares:

• What grief really looks and feels like — beyond the clichés

• The moment she realized life had changed forever

• The hardest parts of grief over time

• How loss changed her as a therapist and as a woman

• Why some friendships deepen after loss… and why others fall away

• The biggest lessons grief teaches us about love and living

• How to truly show up for someone who is grieving (and what to avoid)

🕊️ If you’ve ever felt lost in grief, or unsure how to support someone who is hurting — this conversation is for you.

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Join Nancy and Elaine for a heartfelt, candid conversation as the Deep Diving Divas turn the spotlight on their own lives. In Deep Dives to Real Lives, they share what matters most to them—family, marriage, and finding meaning in every stage of life.

They also share some of the best lessons and words of wisdom they received from their parents—the advice that has shaped who they are and how they present themselves in the world today.

It’s honest, uplifting, relatable, and full of the laughter and real talk you love.

✨ WATCH this episode on YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/@deepdivingdivas

#DeepDivingDivas #RealTalk #WomenOver50 #LifeStories #SecondActLiving #MomWisdom #FamilyLessons #MidlifeWomen #AuthenticConversations

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Oprah’s Book Club featured their first book — now mother-daughter duo Leslie and Lindsey Glass are back with a powerful new Mother-Daughter Workbook to help heal, reconnect, and grow together.

In this heartfelt episode of Deep Diving Divas, hosts Nancy and Elaine go beneath the surface with Leslie and Lindsey to talk about love, conflict, and the lifelong dance between mothers and daughters.

Whether you’re a mom, daughter, or both — this conversation will inspire you to open your heart and strengthen your bond. 💕

🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform: https//linktr.ee/DeepDivingDivas

Watch on YOUTUBE-

#DeepDivingDivas #OprahsBookClub #MotherDaughter #LeslieGlass #LindseyGlass #HealingRelationships #Podcast

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Helen Anderson proves that passion and creativity can carry us through anything. A vintage-jewelry artist and lifelong dancer, Helen has always followed joy — from Zumba to treasure-hunting for antique pieces she transforms into one-of-a-kind jewelry.

But a sudden heart scare changed everything. After unexpected chest pain sent her to the ER, Helen learned she needed two emergency heart stents. Now she’s sharing the warning signs women shouldn’t ignore, her recovery journey, and why she’s back to dancing through life with gratitude and sparkle.

✨ In this episode:

*Helen’s lifelong love of dance and Zumba

*How she turns antique finds into stunning jewelry

*Subtle heart warning signs every woman should know

*Her comeback story of strength and joy

*Plus a surprise visit with a friend of Elaine's, Susan Becker. She’s a full-blown pottery fanatic (and proud of it!) A real inspiration!

💛 Subscribe for more inspiring women’s stories that celebrate creativity, resilience, and living life to the fullest.

#HeartHealth #InspiringWomen #ZumbaLife #JewelryArtist #DeepDivingDivas #susanbecker

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