Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits
Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers
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The midlife years bring opportunities for pleasures big and small, and hosts Sarah Powers and Meagan Francis, fortysomething moms and longtime podcasters, are here to discuss them all. From asking ourselves what leisure even means, to product deep-dives and exploring new hobbies, this show is all about discovering the pastimes and passions that make us tick - and that make midlife more fun.
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Let's Get Dressed!
Buying clothes is one thing - but actually putting together an outfit for whatever the day brings? Not always so straightforward! In this episode Sarah shares her struggle in opting out of “living…
Big Idea Energy!
“I have a crazy idea.” Sarah has gotten used to hearing this particular phrase from her co-host over the years. In this episode the two use the brand-new book festival Meagan recently created from…
A Hairy Question!
What's up with this shrinking ponytail? How do we deal with a bump in brassiness? Are bangs ever the answer to a style slump? In this episode, Meagan and Sarah talk all things midlife hair—where…
Comforts, Cheap and Free!
Do things that feel special and give our lives texture and color have to cost a lot? In this episode, Meagan and Sarah talk about redefining comfort in a season of economic uncertainty. They each…
Running Hot & Cold!
Hot tub? Yes please. Cold plunge? Well.....In this episode, Meagan and Sarah get surprisingly specific about using heat and cold to care for our midlife minds, bodies, and souls, starting with the…
All Of The Eggs!
Just in time to use up that Easter surplus, Meagan and Sarah are talking all things eggs—from quick, no-fuss ways to enjoy hard-boiled extras to the recipes they swear they’ll make more often. Sarah…
Meagan Loves Old Stuff!
Sarah and Meagan both love secondhand finds—for different reasons. While Sarah’s thrifting pursuits are typically driven by practicality and sustainability, Meagan tends to follow a vibes-first…
A Midlife Fantasy Travel Menu!
If you could choose, which would you rather do: take a really long guided walk or bike ride? Go on a pilgrimage? Escape into a creative retreat? Head out on a safari? Or take a river cruise? In this…
Spices, Herbs and Seasonings!
Paprika? Yes please. Smoked paprika? No, thank you. In this episode, Meagan and Sarah dig into the world of spices and seasonings including our preferences and purchasing habits. We dish about the…
Notebooks, Pens, and Paper!
Hard cover or soft? Lined, grid, or blank? Felt-tip, roller-ball, or gel? When it comes to the tools we use to jot down everything from daily to-do lists and menu plans to our bigger-picture dreams,…
All About Yoga!
Each of the Ladies have had a different experience of yoga: Sarah was introduced as a way to support her body during years of professional dance and has sampled a variety of classes, while Meagan…
What is Leisure, Anyway?
Why do some activities that are a lot of work feel so leisurely...and, conversely, why does "leisure" sometimes feel like a lot of work? In our first episode of 2026, Meagan and Sarah unpack the…
Books We've Loved Lately!
It’s cozy reading season, and Meagan and Sarah are swapping notes on the titles that have been making them laugh, cry, and think lately, from whodunits and magical realism to small-town cozies and at…
Warm Salads & Grain Bowls!
Is there a difference between a grain salad and a grain bowl? And if so, who cares? In this episode, Meagan and Sarah dive into the ultra-satisfying world of these nourishing, versatile, and…
We (Sometimes) Make Gifts!
When it comes to making holiday gifts by hand, our spirits are willing, but time is short - and sometimes, our skills are weak. In this cozy early-December chat, Meagan and Sarah share our thoughts…
It's Nap Time!
Who says napping isn't a legitimate leisure pursuit? In this episode Sarah and Meagan share why they love naps, discuss their favorite napping circumstances, and the challenges to sneaking in those…
Spilling Tea With Meagan!
While Meagan’s loved drinking tea for a long time, lately she’s gotten really, really - we mean, really into it. In this episode we uncover some surprising things you may not know about tea (what’s…
Better Living Through Television!
Sarah takes a methodical approach to TV-watching and clocks an impressive number of series each year, while Meagan enjoys random docu-series and the occasional BBC binge - but, we both love…
We Read Plaques!
If you don't read every historic plaque you pass, are you even in midlife? (Related: have we both become our own mothers in this regard?) In this episode Sarah and Meagan share our penchant for a…
Walking For Miles!
For fun, for fitness, and just for getting around, we're big fans of getting places on our own two feet. In this episode Meagan and Sarah discuss the role of walking in our midlife leisure pursuits:…
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Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits has published 31 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Arts, Books.
Midlife Lady Leisure Pursuits is currently declining with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 35m.
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