E01: Maryjane Fahey on Reinventing Aging & the Art of Living Fully

In this inaugural episode, we sit down with the dynamic Maryjane Fahey—a creative director who designed Women's Health Magazine and helped launch Fast Company, an author, and founder of Glorious Broads, a platform celebrating the power and smashing stereotypes of women over 50. 

We dive into her journey from a bold Brooklyn childhood to a trailblazing career in design and storytelling. With humor and deep insight, Maryjane opens up about aging on her own terms, sensuality, self-discovery, and the evolving nature of friendships. We also explore the impact of menopause, the balance between feminism and self-expression, and the joy of intergenerational connection. 

Please enjoy this conversation about agency, reinvention, and living unapologetically at every stage of life with the indomitable Mary Jane.

[TIMESTAMPS]

00:00 Introduction and Early Life
03:05 Family Dynamics and Influences
05:57 Education and Artistic Awakening
09:00 Career Beginnings and Industry Insights
12:00 The Birth of Glorious Broads
14:59 Aging and Emotional Shifts
17:59 Courage and Self-Discovery
21:00 Sensuality and Aging
25:50 Exploring Sexuality and Freedom
29:14 The Importance of Open Conversations
32:22 Intergenerational Connections
34:03 The Freedom of Aging
36:51 Self-Perception and Aging
39:42 The Balance of Feminism and Self-Expression
41:56 Future Aspirations and Creative Projects
43:52 Rediscovering Joy in Media
46:54 Reflections on Agency and Independence
48:02 Health, Cooking, and Well-Being
50:54 The Power of Purpose in Aging
52:15 Final Thoughts and Future Self

Sound Engineering: Andro Bagasbas
Music: Against All Odds by Tiko Tiko