Midlife Mavericks: Women Who Redefined Success after 40

from Chasing Brighter Podcast: Choosing Real Over Perfect · host Jessica Colarco and Kelly Fox

**2024 PODCAST OF THE YEAR WINNER: BEST FEMALE HOSTED PODCAST** In this Chasing Brighter Podcast episode we celebrate Women's History Month by featuring stories of women who have redefined success through midlife career changes, proving that remarkable achievements can be realized at any age. Highlighting the inspiring journeys of Marie Curie, Vera Wang, Eleanor Roosevelt, Julia Child, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. Hosts, Kelly & Jessica, discuss how each woman faced adversity and defied norms to make significant contributions in their fields. This episode underscores the power of courage, passion, and persistence in chasing a brighter version of oneself, irrespective of the challenges that may arise. 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Brighter: A Journey of Self-Discovery 00:29 Celebrating Midlife Mavericks: Women Redefining Success 01:16 Marie Curie: A Pioneer of Science and Gender Equality 05:07 Vera Wang: From Figure Skating to Fashion Icon 06:36 Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of Change 09:11 Julia Child: A Late Bloomer in the Culinary World 12:20 Laura Ingalls Wilder: From Prairie to Page 13:38 Inspiration for Following Your Passion at Any Age Get our March book club book "Year of Yes" by Shonda Rhimes. Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here. Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off

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**2024 PODCAST OF THE YEAR WINNER: BEST FEMALE HOSTED PODCAST** In this Chasing Brighter Podcast episode we celebrate Women's History Month by featuring stories of women who have redefined success through midlife career changes, proving that remarkable achievements can be realized at any age. Highlighting the inspiring journeys of Marie Curie, Vera Wang, Eleanor Roosevelt, Julia Child, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. Hosts, Kelly & Jessica, discuss how each woman faced adversity and defied norms to make significant contributions in their fields. This episode underscores the power of courage, passion, and persistence in chasing a brighter version of oneself, irrespective of the challenges that may arise. 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Brighter: A Journey of Self-Discovery00:29 Celebrating Midlife Mavericks: Women Redefining Success01:16 Marie Curie: A Pioneer of Science and Gender Equality05:07 Vera Wang: From Figure Skating to Fashion Icon06:36 Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of Change09:11 Julia Child: A Late Bloomer in the Culinary World12:20 Laura Ingalls Wilder: From Prairie to Page13:38 Inspiration for Following Your Passion at Any Age Get our March book club book "Year of Yes" by Shonda Rhimes. Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here. Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off

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