Episodes

Christine Mackie is proof that life in your 60s can be full of new beginnings and boundless creativity! In this uplifting episode of How to Be 60 , the actress and playwright shares how she turned personal loss into powerful …

Kaye and Karen are back for a How to Be 60 Midweek Catchup , diving into the highs and hilarious lows of Valentine's Day. From lazy airport chocolates to heart-shaped pies, they debate whether romance fades or just evolves ov...

On this week’s How To Be 60 , we’re joined by the legendary Paul McKenna as he reflects on turning 60 and what it means to embrace this milestone with confidence. The world-renowned hypnotherapist and self-help guru opens up ...

In this Midweek Catchup, Kay and Karen dive into the realities of retiring abroad—dream or disaster? After last week’s chat about moving to the sun, they received a fantastic email from listener Brenda, who shares her rollerc...

Professor David Wilson joins Kaye and Karen for a chat about life at 67, career reinvention, and why true crime fascinates us. From working with Britain’s most notorious criminals to his surprising take on aging, David shares...

On this week's How to Be 60 , Kaye and Karen dive into the sun-soaked topic of retirement dreams—should you stay or should you go? From battling wind with an unruly golf umbrella to fantasising about Spanish sunshine, they ca...

This week on How To Be 60 , we’re joined by the incredible Sian Williams—former BBC Breakfast host, now a trained psychologist—who shares her journey of resilience, self-discovery, and finding joy after a decade marked by bre...

On this Midweek Episode, Kaye and Karen dive into Karen’s much-anticipated holiday catch-up. Karen shares how a multi-generational family trip to Málaga unfolded, w.. and is it finally time to give up the camper van? Hosted o...

0 This week on How to Be Sixty, we sit down with the multi-award-winning actor, Alan Cumming, as he approaches his 60th birthday. Alan shares his incredible journey from a difficult childhood in Scotland to conquering Hollywo...

This week, Kaye takes on the monumental task of decluttering her home—and lives to tell the tale! From hiring professional organisers to facing years of accumulated “stuff,” she opens up about the challenges, the relief, and ...

In this lively episode of How To Be 60 , we welcome Judith Holder, co-host of the hit podcast Older and Wider . Judith shares the story of her friendship with Jenny Éclair, the secrets behind their hilarious and enduring …

It’s our second midweek catchup of the year, and we’re tackling a subject many would rather avoid—exes. Kaye and Karen dive into the messy, funny, and occasionally heartwarming realities of staying connected with your former ...

This week on the How To Be 60 podcast, we’re joined by the legendary Kim Wilde as she reflects on her extraordinary career and looks forward to an exciting new chapter. With her new album Closer set to release and …

Kaye and Karen are back with a festive flair, sharing their Christmas stories full of chaos, cozy moments, and unexpected laughs. From navigating holiday hangovers to relaxed travels and surprising family antics, they look ba...

On this week’s How to Be 60 , TV registrar Cynthia Green opens up about her unexpected journey to the altar – for the first time at 60. Having married thousands of couples, Cynthia reflects on the joy of finally …

On this week’s How to Be 60 , Sally Magnusson opens up about her journey from caregiver to advocate, driven by her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s. With honesty and heart, she discusses whether knowing her own future would b...

This week on How to Be 60 , the legendary Lesley Garrett shares her extraordinary journey. From the heights of a glittering music career to the challenges of menopause and embracing change, Lesley speaks with candour, humour ...

In this final How to Be 60 Midweek Catchup before the New Year, Karen and Kaye dive into the chaos, quirks, and cozy moments that make Christmas so memorable (or not!). From Karen’s cocktail-infused naps by the fire to Kaye’s...

This week on "How to Be 60," we’re joined by Deborah Ives, founder of Solo in Style , an online community inspiring women over 50 to embrace the joys of solo travel. After an unexpected divorce in her late 40s, …

This week’s midweek catchup is all about countryside capers! Kay and Karen spill the beans on filming a celebrity episode of Escape to the Country with the ever-charming Jules Hudson. From breathtaking Trossachs scenery to Ka...

In this episode of How to Be 60 , hosts Kaye and Karen sit down with Tracy Brabin, the first female Mayor of West Yorkshire and former MP, to explore her extraordinary transformation from actress and soap star to political …

In this week’s How to Be 60 Midweek Catch-Up, Kaye and Karen dive into a candid discussion about the dynamics of dating younger partners as women in their 50s and 60s. Sharing personal anecdotes, listener stories, and reflect...

"On this week’s How To Be 60" , Brian Conley reflects on his incredible journey from being a struggling student labeled “thick” because of his dyslexia to becoming a beloved entertainer. He shares the highs of standing ovatio...

In this special midweek blether, Karen shares her recent encounter with a sophisticated scamming operation. With honesty and humor, the hosts discuss the vulnerabilities of our digital lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...