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Family Time and Skincare

March 27, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

In this episode of ‘Older and Wilder with Joy and Claire,’ they discuss their excitement about the arrival of spring and their upcoming summer plans, including a lengthy stay in Moab. They dive into the details of managing summer camps for kids and the costs involved. The conversation shifts to skincare, where Joy shares insights from her Botox lady about effective skincare routines, the importance of collagen, and the pitfalls of overusing multiple products. Claire discusses managing dog hair with vacuum recommendations from a listener. To cap off the episode, Joy enthusiastically recommends the TV show ‘The Pitt’ on HBO.

00:39 Weather Talk and Backyard Plans

01:42 Summer Plans in Moab

03:14 Challenges of Summer Camps and Childcare Costs

07:00 Parenting and Snack Time Struggles

12:46 Mental Health and Coping Strategies

24:53 Skincare Tips and Recommendations

32:03 Skincare Tips and Product Recommendations

35:19 The Importance of Medical Grade Vitamin C

40:56 Balancing Skincare with Eyebrow Maintenance

43:34 Carpet Cleaning Adventures

46:13 Pet Care and Vacuum Recommendations

50:40 Hotel Room Cleaning and Hygiene

54:13 TV Show Recommendations and Final Thoughts

Hot Wings, Birthdays, and Spring Break

March 20, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

In this episode, hosts Joy and Claire discuss their spring break plans, including a ski trip to Copper Mountain and managing pets with dog sitters. They share midlife insights, like Claire’s dad’s perspective at 80 and Brandon’s thoughts on turning 40, and celebrate with a Hot Ones challenge at his birthday. Other topics include the evolution of reality TV, enjoying old sitcoms, and humorous ‘what a time to be alive’ moments from TikTok shopping and Costco adventures.

00:00 Spring Break Plans and Skiing Adventures

00:45 Dog Sitting and Pet Care

01:22 Carpet Cleaning Disasters

02:41 Vacuum Obsession and Cleaning Gadgets

07:06 March Madness and College Basketball

12:11 Reality TV Nostalgia

19:00 Comedy Specials and Movie Recommendations

26:11 Topsy-Turvy Talk

26:26 Netflix Movie Review: Trap

27:33 Brandon’s 40th Birthday Bash

28:44 Middle Age Musings

37:37 Karate Etiquette and Titles

42:21 Hot Ones Challenge

47:17 What a Time to Be Alive

52:12 Conclusion and Farewell

Dogs Not DOGE

March 6, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

In this episode of ‘Older and Wilder with Joy and Claire,’ Joy and Claire share numerous updates, particularly around their adventures with dogs. They discuss the journey of Haynes, a Canine Companions release dog. Joy also updates about the new Canine Companions puppy Lilas and her older dog JT’s health scare. Other topics include their upcoming travel plans, favorite personal interests, an insight into their favorite pieces of clothing, the potential of AI in professional settings, menstrual cups, and current events.

01:45 Service Dog Updates

03:13 The Story Behind Hanes

05:23 Finding a Home for Hanes

10:42 Hanes’ New Life

20:18 Political Reflections

24:16 New Puppy Adventures

27:33 Dealing with JT’s Health Concerns

28:31 Puppy Raising Updates

29:20 Q&A Session Begins

31:32 Favorite Hobbies and Passions

36:48 Memorable Clothing Items

50:11 Thoughts on AI and Chat GPT

55:27 Funny Dog Stories

56:49 Conclusion and Farewell

Warm Weather Wishes

February 27, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

In this episode of ‘Older and Wilder’, Joy and Claire share delightful and heartwarming stories about family, pets, and friendships. They discuss Claire’s experience with a mild concussion and the challenges of dealing with injuries. Joy talks about the joys and challenges of raising a new puppy and shares a humorous encounter with a young hairdresser. They also reflect on the significance of intergenerational friendships and the wisdom that comes with age. Additionally, they cover amusing ‘What a Time to be Alive’ moments, including unexpected social media content and humorous near-death experiences.

00:00 Welcome and Dog Talk

02:07 Evie’s Birthday Party

04:22 Claire’s Concussion Story

10:18 Morning Routines and Sleep Apnea

18:59 Puppy Update and Podcast Plans

23:51 Weather Woes and Workout Frustrations

26:09 The Little Things Add Up

26:33 Chiropractor Visits and Karate

30:47 The Importance of Mental Health

33:02 New Hair Stylist and Age Gaps

43:19 What a Time to Be Alive

Backstreet Boys, Beauty Routines, and Brain Health

February 20, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

Join Joy and Claire as they reminisce about past living situations and discuss exciting new changes, including getting a new puppy. They delve into their recent experiences, such as the joy of watching the SNL 50th anniversary with Backstreet Boys performances and exploring new beauty treatments. They also discuss the impacts of aging, such as hormonal changes, exercise for brain health, and dietary recommendations.

00:24 Puppy Plans and Visiting Parents

01:48 Backstreet Boys and SNL Memories

03:45 Vegas Concert Excitement

07:43 Kids and Unicorn Adventures

11:45 Valentine’s Day and Breakup Songs

14:16 Microneedling and Beauty Treatments

20:59 Hot Workouts and Gym Routines

22:55 DIY Sauna and At-Home Workouts

23:54 Immune Supplements and Rapid Rescue

26:05 Aging and Body Changes

36:09 Menopause and Brain Health

45:12 The Importance of Vitamin D

49:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Surf Trips and Hyrox Events

February 13, 2025 by Joy Parrish Leave a Comment

Celebrations, Boundaries, and Adventures: A Joy and Claire Catch-Up

In this episode of ‘Older and Wilder with Joy and Claire,’ the hosts dive into a variety of topics ranging from personal celebrations and family moments to work-life boundaries and recent adventures. Claire talks about her return from a surfing trip in Nicaragua, the lessons learned, and the joys of disconnecting from work during vacations. They also discuss their thoughts on the recent Super Bowl halftime show, tackling pop culture. Later, Joy shares her experience participating in a Hyrox event in Las Vegas, detailing the workouts and the atmosphere at the competition. The episode concludes with a teaser about Joy’s upcoming puppy and a heartfelt reminder to celebrate life’s small moments.

02:04 Unicorn Obsession

05:22 Nicaragua Surf Trip

08:39 Travel Woes and Work Boundaries

20:10 Super Bowl Observations

20:59 Favorite Commercials Recap

21:25 Celebrity Moments and Aging

23:13 Pringles and Other Memorable Ads

24:30 Halftime Show Highlights

26:18 Super Bowl Cultural Commentary

31:46 High Rocks Event Experience

32:04 CrossFit and Transgender Athletes

42:44 Upcoming Puppy and Life Updates

44:13 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement