She’s 63 with a biological age of 20 — and Kaye and Karen are trying to smile through the envy. In this episode, they’re joined by journalist and author Sandra Parsons, whose book Age Less is flying off shelves faster than a pair of sensible Skechers. Sandra shares how she rewired her body (and mindset) through fibre, fasting, running, and yes — cauliflower for breakfast.

From the science of glycans and autophagy to the reality of longevity clinics and the occasional well-timed Turkish bath, this is a warm, witty deep-dive into what happens when you stop accepting age as inevitable — and start treating it as optional.

Also featuring: alpacas, biological rage, and why cauliflower might just be the new Chardonnay.

Get in touch with your thoughts at podcast@htb60.com – and yes, there’s still time to book tickets for the How to Be 60 live show at the Edinburgh Festival (Aug 10–12, 2:45pm) at https://tickets.gildedballoon.co.uk/event/14:5856/

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On this week’s Midweek Catchup, Karen returns from her Hebridean holiday – campervan, cow traffic, and all – and declares herself a far superior driver (Stephen’s bruised knuckles may disagree). Meanwhile, Kaye faces the emotional landmine of letting go – almost – of her late mum’s chandelier, dad’s favourite chair, and that ugly-but-meaningful desk… all for the Yorkshire Auction House.

Plus: why Kaye’s poached eggs could double as weapons, and the moment she had to place a jumbo salt tub on the dinner table.

Whether you're downsizing, free camping, or trying to impress the neighbours with wild salmon (don’t), there’s something here for everyone who knows this chapter of life is never dull.

Get in touch with your thoughts at podcast@htb60.com – and yes, there’s still time to book tickets for the How to Be 60 live show at the Edinburgh Festival (Aug 10–12, 2:45pm) at https://tickets.gildedballoon.co.uk/event/14:5856/

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by author and menopause campaigner Kate Muir, who takes us through the glorious chaos of her fifties—from divorce and career detonation to therapy, HRT, and finally, healing on a Hebridean beach.

Kate lays bare the mess and magic of a “magnificent midlife crisis,” revealing how hormonal havoc triggered a total life reboot—and why she believes therapy is more necessity than indulgence. From tear-stained shopping lists to surprise late-life love, her story is raw, witty, and defiantly hopeful.

Whether you're battling brain fog or just wondering what's next, this is a must-listen for anyone trying to make sense of their second act.

Kate's new book, How to Have a Magnificent Midlife Crisis: Rethink, Reboot, Revive and Thrive, is out now.

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