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Dick Strawbridge: From Military Missions to Chateau Dreams
Sept. 13, 2024

Dick Strawbridge: From Military Missions to Chateau Dreams

This week on How To Be 60 , we’re catching up with the one and only Dick Strawbridge, who’s done it all—from military operations to TV stardom, and of course, restoring that stunning French chateau. Known for his practical sk...

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Arlene Phillips: Defying Age and Embracing Life at 81
Sept. 6, 2024

Arlene Phillips: Defying Age and Embracing Life at 81

This week on How To Be 60 , Kaye and Karen are joined by the iconic Dame Arlene Phillips, who proves that age really is just a number. At 81, the legendary choreographer shares her insights on staying vibrant, her passion for...

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Melanie Reid: Facing Life's Unexpected Turns—Resilience, Reflection, and Reinvention
Aug. 30, 2024

Melanie Reid: Facing Life's Unexpected Turns—Resilience, Reflection, …

This week on How To Be 60 , Kaye and Karen sit down with the remarkable Melanie Reid, a journalist whose life took a dramatic turn after a devastating horse-riding accident left her paralyzed. At 67, Melanie opens up about th...

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Anna Ryder Richardson: From Changing Rooms to Wild Adventures—Starting Over at 60
Aug. 23, 2024

Anna Ryder Richardson: From Changing Rooms to Wild Adventures—Startin…

This week on How To Be 60 , we're joined by the fabulous Anna Ryder Richardson, who’s swapped the world of interior design for the wild side—literally! Anna, who first burst onto our screens with Changing Rooms , spills the t...

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Across Borders and Broadcasts: Reeta Chakrabarti on Embracing Diverse Roots and the Media's Future
Aug. 16, 2024

Across Borders and Broadcasts: Reeta Chakrabarti on Embracing Diverse…

This week on "How to Be 60," join us as BBC News anchor Reeta Chakrabarti shares her fascinating journey from the vibrant streets of Birmingham and Calcutta to the bustling newsrooms of the BBC. Born in London and raised acro...

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Michelle Collins on Returning to EastEnders, Overcoming Grief, and Embracing Love
Aug. 9, 2024

Michelle Collins on Returning to EastEnders, Overcoming Grief, and Em…

This week, "How to Be 60" features the amazing Michelle Collins, famed for her role as Cindy Beale on EastEnders. Michelle shares her experiences of returning to the show, the camaraderie with her co-stars, and the personal c...

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Bobby Davro: Everything is Funny... If You Can Laugh at It
Aug. 2, 2024

Bobby Davro: Everything is Funny... If You Can Laugh at It

On this week's How To Be 60, Bobby Davro joins us ahead of his Edinburgh Fringe show "Bobby Davro: Everything is Funny... If You Can Laugh at It". Bobby takes us through the highs and lows of his life, from his heyday on TV t...

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Melanie Cantor on Embracing New Beginnings, Challenging Convention, and Finding Fulfillment in Writing
July 26, 2024

Melanie Cantor on Embracing New Beginnings, Challenging Convention, a…

This week on the How to Be 60 podcast, Melanie Cantor shares her journey from celebrity agent to celebrated author, discussing the risks and rewards of her career shift at 50. Discover how embracing her passion for writing l...

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Trading Wisdom: Linda Plant on Success, Simplicity, and Staying Power
July 19, 2024

Trading Wisdom: Linda Plant on Success, Simplicity, and Staying Power

This week on How to Be 60, we're thrilled to be joined by Linda Plant, the businesswoman Lord Alan Sugar trusts to grill his apprentices. Dubbed the "Queen of Mean," Linda shares her incredible journey from a market stall in ...

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Sally Jones on Caregiving, Career Changes, and Embracing Life’s Transitions
July 12, 2024

Sally Jones on Caregiving, Career Changes, and Embracing Life’s Trans…

In this week’s episode of How to Be 60, we’re joined by the incredible Sally Jones, who shares her poignant and inspiring journey of caring for her husband John following his Alzheimer's diagnosis. Sally opens up about the ch...

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Sally Jones on Caregiving, Career Changes, and Embracing Life’s Transitions
July 12, 2024

Sally Jones on Caregiving, Career Changes, and Embracing Life’s Trans…

In this week’s episode of How to Be 60, we’re joined by former colleague Sally Jones, who shares her poignant and inspiring journey of caring for her husband John following his Alzheimer's diagnosis. Sally opens up about the ...

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Rewriting the Rules of Aging with Cindy Jackson
July 5, 2024

Rewriting the Rules of Aging with Cindy Jackson

Join us on this week's How to be 60 as we dive into the world of aesthetic transformation with Cindy Jackson, whose passport says 68, but her appearance tells a different story. Cindy shares her journey through multiple cosme...

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I've Got the Music in Me: Kiki Dee's Journey Through the Decades
June 28, 2024

I've Got the Music in Me: Kiki Dee's Journey Through the Decades

This week on "How to Be 60," Kaye Adams is joined by the fabulous Kiki Dee, who takes us through her remarkable journey from the vibrant Motown era to duets with Elton John and beyond. Listen in as Kiki discusses navigating t...

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Andrew Pierce on Finding and Being Rejected By His Birth Mother
June 21, 2024

Andrew Pierce on Finding and Being Rejected By His Birth Mother

On this week's "How to be 60," journalist Andrew Pierce takes us on his journey to unearth his beginnings in "Finding Margaret." With a blend of tenacity and vulnerability, Pierce recounts his pursuit to trace his biological ...

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Helen Lederer on Why She's Not Bitter and Finding the Funny in Life's Challenges
June 14, 2024

Helen Lederer on Why She's Not Bitter and Finding the Funny in Life's…

This week on "How to be 60," Kaye and Karen are joined by the hilarious Helen Lederer. Best known for her iconic roles in British comedy, Helen shares her journey of embracing life in her 60s with a blend of humor and honesty...

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Blast Off to Bliss: The Erotic Rocket Adventure
June 12, 2024

Blast Off to Bliss: The Erotic Rocket Adventure

In this special spinoff episode of "How to be 60," join hosts Kaye and Karen as they dive into an unforgettable tale featuring the "erotic rocket." Hear the hilarious and heartwarming story of Lesley Henry, who rediscovered h...

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Karen and Kaye Catch Up on Earthquakes, Flatulence, and Massage Mishaps
June 7, 2024

Karen and Kaye Catch Up on Earthquakes, Flatulence, and Massage Misha…

It's just Kaye and Karen this week, sharing laughs over earthquakes, queue flatulence, killer moths, mistaken age concessions and being straddled by masseuses (you'll have to listen to find out who was and what happened next!...

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Anthony Hurd Clark on the Runway to Reinvention
May 31, 2024

Anthony Hurd Clark on the Runway to Reinvention

On this week's How To Be 60, join us as Anthony Hurd Clark shares his transformation from retired CEO to runway model. Hear about his adventures in the fashion industry, from walking the Paris Fashion Week to posing for inter...

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Clare Grogan on the Joys and Challenges of Adoption, Balancing Career and Family, and Navigating Life’s Transitions
May 24, 2024

Clare Grogan on the Joys and Challenges of Adoption, Balancing Career…

On this week's How to Be 60, we're joined by Clare Grogan, who shares her heartfelt journey through the joys and challenges of adoption. Clare opens up about the emotional highs and lows of becoming a parent and the profound ...

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Liz Earle on Embracing Aging: Redefining Beauty and Wellness
May 17, 2024

Liz Earle on Embracing Aging: Redefining Beauty and Wellness

Join us as Liz Earle discusses the importance of embracing aging with positivity. She shares her journey from being reluctant to accept her age to proudly celebrating it. Discover her thoughts on anti-aging versus pro-aging, ...

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Cheryl Baker on Harmony: Lessons in Life, Music, Eurovision and Overcoming Adversity
May 10, 2024

Cheryl Baker on Harmony: Lessons in Life, Music, Eurovision and Overc…

On this week's "How To Be 60," Kaye and Karen are joined by Cheryl Baker, whose voice and vitality have captivated audiences since her Eurovision triumph. In this episode, Cheryl reflects on the evolution of the music industr...

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Tessa Sanderson on Adopting at 57 and Defying Age Norms
May 3, 2024

Tessa Sanderson on Adopting at 57 and Defying Age Norms

On this week's How To Be 60, Kaye and Karen are joined by Olympic gold medalist Tessa Sanderson, who shares her inspiring journey of adopting twin babies at 57. Tessa discusses how her children keep her young at heart and the...

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Maggie Oliver on Breaking the Silence: Unveiling Hidden Stories of Abuse
April 26, 2024

Maggie Oliver on Breaking the Silence: Unveiling Hidden Stories of Ab…

On this week's "How To Be 60," Kaye and Karen are joined by the formidable Maggie Oliver, a former police officer and whistleblower who played a crucial role in exposing the Rochdale child sex abuse ring. Maggie shares her jo...

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Confronting Perceptions: Is Kaye Controlling or Just Assertive?
April 24, 2024

Confronting Perceptions: Is Kaye Controlling or Just Assertive?

The 'How to Be 60' Spin-Off Premiere (and possibly the only one!): Reflecting on their episode with Jane Garvey, Kaye and Karen discuss whether Kaye is a 'controlling witch' or just an assertive woman. Kaye realizes she's the...

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