Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, I call upon your undivided attention! Our latest episode took us into the world of courtrooms, butter vs. mayo debates, and the unexpected rise to YouTube stardom. Our guest, Colin— who's definitely not Cromwell (just ask the Irish Demon)—graced us with tales from his channel that has managed to capture the peculiar charm of Lady Justice in action. Colin's journey to YouTube fame is the digital equivalent of tripping over a gold nugget. His YouTube saga began with a name mix-up that would put a Shakespearean comedy to shame.  Hear the rest of the story wh ..read more

Hello Fabulous! Welcome to our new series - a deep dive into the American Justice System. We're gonna start with a little bit of humor, and I would love it if you would submit all of your questions and concerns about our legal system as well as the people you'd like me to interview. I would absolutely love your input! It's time to dive into the wonderfully wacky world of American laws. Let's cut to the chase: America has some pretty strange rules on the books, and I’m here to dish out the details. First up, if you're craving bear claws while wandering the wilds of Maine, stick to the pastry ki ..read more

Hello fabulous friends! Buckle up your seatbelts (or should I say your most fashionable belts) because we're about to dive into the wisdom pool with none other than Judge Stephanie Boyd. Judge Boyd kicks things off with a nostalgic trip down memory lane, back to her roots in Shreveport, Louisiana. Apparently, this judge was once a little hustler, earning her keep with good old-fashioned chores. Who knew yard work could lead to the bench? I can barely get my petunias to bloom on time. Boyd's escapades were all about a carefree childhood and the kind of positive vibes that we all wish we could b ..read more

Hello, my fabulous fashionistas! Welcome back to the "Fabulous Over Fifty" podcast! I'm your host, Jen Hardy, and let me tell you, today's episode with the divine Nancy Queen, the reigning monarch of minimalist wardrobes, was both enlightening and, dare I say, life-changing! She is the star of "Shopping on Champagne" on YouTube. Nancy opened up about her escapades in the fashion world, all from the comfort of her temporary East Coast command center, thanks to caring for her dad. And yes, despite the chaos, Nancy's surroundings were as stylish as the advice she dished out – No cluttered backgro ..read more

Hello Fabulous!! I don't know about you, but I love gadgets. I've always been into tech, since I was a kid. I remember when we brought home that shiny new apple to Computer. Little did we know that it was a dud, but it seems cutting edge of the time, and we were so excited! But now we’ve transformed our gadgets from mere tools to almost sentient companions that could give your pet a run for its money. There's a fine, sometimes nefarious line between convenience and dependency, where these smart devices learn our habits faster than we do theirs. We're sliding into an era where your coffee machi ..read more

Hello fabulous friends! I In this week's episode of Fabulous Over 50, we're diving headfirst into the world of AI, and let me tell you, I am absolutely hooked! From vacuuming robots to smart light bulbs and security systems, I have found all sorts of ways to make my life a whole lot easier. And let's not forget about Chat GPT, the friendly little AI chatbot who helps me out in a pinch, writes uncomfortable letters for me, and even provides travel advice. Who knew AI could be so versatile and, dare I say, fabulous? But as much as I love embracing the AI revolution, I can't help but learn about ..read more

Are you ready to dive into what it means to live a vibrant and fulfilling life after 50 and beyond? And look FABULOUS while you do it? Confidence and a smile are the secrets! We're going on a journey through the transformative power of confidence and a smile – and let me tell you, it's an episode you don't want to miss. We're starting off talking about makeovers, and all about Jen's external changes, such as rhinestones & sequins (although those are always fun!) And moving on to the profound truth – you don't have to be "blingy" to be fabulous. Yes, you heard that right. It's all abou ..read more

"There's a fine line between glittery and tacky. Very fine line. I try to stay on the correct side of that line. I am quite sure that I pass it often." - Jen Hardy   Hello fabulous! My mom always said that glitter is the herpes of the craft world! The more I think about it, the more it makes sense. Like herpes, glitter just doesn't seem to go away. But now that I'm over 50, I've decided to embrace the sparkle. And you know what? It's working! People are too busy noticing the glitter to pay much attention to the wrinkles. So, why not throw a little sparkle on those laugh lines? As I always ..read more

Hello Beautiful! Sometimes we just need to dance to a great perky song, and while it might not be "great," it is perky!! (and I wrote it just for you) So dance and smile for me today & I'll be back to talk to you soon. Love,  Jen   Thank you for joining me today! I'm having a blast creating Fabulous Over 50 & it would be an honor to have you share it with someone who would enjoy it. Thank you!   Want more? You can go to the website and you'll find many ways to live your best life over 50! I'd love to hear what you think about this episode & what you'd like to he ..read more

Hey there fabulous friend! I just had to share my excitement with you about my upcoming trip to Podfest. I can't help but feel like a kid at Christmas when I think about all the fabulous friends I'm going to see and the incredible time we'll have talking about all things podcasting. It's not just about the tech and learning, but the friendships and connections that make the whole experience so special. I mean, who wouldn't be excited about a giant love fest of shared interests and mutual respect, right? If you're thinking about joining the podcasting world, I'd say, "come on in, the water's fi ..read more