Podcast


Growing Older Together: Facing Fears, Embracing Resilience is a podcast about the moments that shape us.  

Each episode is a short, easy-listen where we explore personal stories that reveal how our past influences who we are today. Have you ever wondered how your experiences have shaped you? Do you enjoy hearing how others have faced similar challenges? If so, this podcast is for you.

About the Podcast

Every two weeks, I share a piece of my life and stories from other older adults. Growing Older Together is about laughter, struggles, and the small moments that shape us as we move through life.

  • Episodes under 15 minutes – Easy to fit into your day.
  • Guest episodes may be longer – Deeper conversations when stories need more time.  

Spanish Version | Madurando Juntos

This podcast is also available in Spanish on my Spanish YouTube Channel. [Listen here]

Seasons Overview

Season One | Echoes of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow

Launched on February 5, 2024, this season explores how our past shapes our present and future. Through stories of joy, challenges, and personal growth, we reflect on what it means to grow older.

Season Two | Silent Struggles: Finding Strength in Our Fears

Launched on July 4, 2024, this season focuses on fears—fear of change, the unknown, or failure. Each episode highlights the courage it takes to face these fears and how doing so can help us live more fully.  

New Series | Whispers of Regret: Women Finding Peace in Silence

Launching October 31, 2024, this recurring series within Season Two provides a space for women to share personal stories they’ve kept to themselves for years.

  • Anonymous or first-name-only participation – Each guest shares at their own comfort level.
  • Themes of regret, hope, and healing – Conversations rarely spoken about.
  • New episodes every 6-8 weeks – Offering fresh perspectives on growth and moving forward

Inspired by Brené Brown’s words, “Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it,” this series invites us to listen, connect, and reflect.

Contact Me

I’d love to hear from you. Reach out anytime at podcast@lourdesdirden.com.

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[Click here ] to listen to Whispers of Regret – A special series within the Growing Older Together podcast.

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