Walking For Miles!

Walking For Miles!

Author: Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers September 30, 2025 Duration: 34:09

For fun, for fitness, and just for getting around, we're big fans of getting places on our own two feet. In this episode Meagan and Sarah discuss the role of walking in our midlife leisure pursuits: where we walk, why we walk - and of course, how we feel about weighted vests.

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Ever find yourself with a rare free hour and wonder, honestly, what to do with it? Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits digs into that very question with curiosity and a good dose of humor. Hosts Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers, both navigating their own fortysomething years as moms and seasoned creators, use their conversations to unpack what fun, relaxation, and fulfillment actually look like now. This isn't about grand, Instagram-worthy adventures (though those are welcome, too); it's about the small joys and substantive projects that color daily life. In each episode, you'll hear them explore everything from the philosophical-redefining what leisure means amidst busy schedules-to the wonderfully practical, like deep-dives on a craft kit or the real experience of trying pickleball for the first time. The podcast naturally spans arts, culture, fitness, and personal growth, all through the lens of making midlife more engaging and personally rich. It feels less like a formal show and more like a great chat with friends who are just as eager to find what makes them tick, encouraging you to consider your own next hobby, passion, or perfectly idle afternoon.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 28

Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits
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At The Beach! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:58
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Solo Road Trips! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:40
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Sarah Grows Avocados! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:49
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Meagan Tends Chickens! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:06
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We Love Candles! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:44
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Let's Go Kayaking! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:59
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Duration: 1:18
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