Episodes

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...

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 …

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...

On How to Be 60 this week, Julie Graham talks about how love came when she least expected it. With honesty and humour, she reflects on navigating a relationship with a younger partner and the lessons she’s learned about what …

Join Kaye and Karen in this special midweek episode as they delve into the hilariously relatable world of arguing styles, inspired by Sue Cleaver's insights. From "Venters" to "Exploders," they reflect on their own experience...

This week, Kaye and Karen sit down with Alvin Hall—renowned finance guru and master storyteller—as he shares his extraordinary journey from a segregated, small-town upbringing to a life of financial expertise and personal ful...

n this midweek special of How to Be 60 , Kaye Adams joins Karen for a proper catch-up about her recent escapades in Washington, D.C. From captivating visits to the Holocaust Museum, the African American History Museum, and th...

In this heartfelt episode of How to Be 60 , Kaye Adams and Karen Mackenzie sit down with Heather James, mother of the beloved and inspirational Deborah James, also known as “Bowel Babe.” Two years after Deborah's passing, Hea...

In this midweek catch-up, Kaye and Karen dive into the all-too-relatable dilemma of parenting adult kids—when to let go, and when to hover like a true 'helicopter mum.' From Kaye’s inner turmoil over her daughter’s first road...

In this week's episode, Kaye and Karen are joined by Adrian Chiles, broadcaster, writer, and self-proclaimed "muser." Adrian shares his thoughts on the challenges and revelations of growing older, balancing a high-profile car...

In this midweek catch-up, Kaye and Karen explore the complexities of widowhood and what it means to be considered 'vulnerable' after 60. Sharing stories from listeners and reflecting on their own experiences, they dive into t...