Addiction, Recovery, Mental Health & Finding Hope

Addiction, Recovery, Mental Health & Finding Hope

This week on Unfiltered at Fifty, Jennifer and Kimberly share one of their most honest and emotional conversations yet. Kimberly opens up for the first time about her six-year battle with drug addiction, what finally led her to seek help, and the journey that changed her life forever. Together, Jennifer and Kimberly discuss recovery, mental health, breaking the stigma surrounding addiction, and why having real conversations matters now more than ever. This is a powerful episode about resilience, friendship, healing, and the courage to tell your story. If you or someone you love has struggled with addiction or mental health, we hope this conversation reminds you that you are not alone. Here are some useful resource links for addiction, recovery, and mental health: * SAMHSA National Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline [https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline] * SAMHSA Treatment Locator: https://findtreatment.gov/ [https://findtreatment.gov/] * Narcotics Anonymous: https://www.na.org/ [https://www.na.org/] * Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/ [https://www.aa.org/] * NAMI (mental health support): https://www.nami.org/ [https://www.nami.org/] * 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/ [https://988lifeline.org/] * Drug Policy Alliance: https://drugpolicy.org/ [https://drugpolicy.org/] Watch, listen, and join the conversation. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty [https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty] Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty [https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/ [https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/] Recorded and mixed at Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ [https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/] #UnfilteredAtFifty #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #RecoveryJourney #WomenOver50 #Podcast

Travel Disasters, Perimenopause & Getting Older Together

What do broken jewelry, disastrous vacations, Greek ferries, and menopause have in common? Apparently... this episode. Jennifer and Kimberly kick things off by sharing some of their funniest travel stories, from exploding bracelets and broken necklaces to packing disasters, heat waves, and unforgettable adventures across Greece, Turkey, Canada, and beyond. Then the conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Kimberly opens up about the emotional and physical challenges of perimenopause. From frozen shoulder and hormonal changes to hot flashes, sleepless nights, body image, and feeling unprepared for this stage of life, Jennifer and Kimberly discuss why women don't talk about menopause nearly enough. If you've ever laughed until you cried, struggled with getting older, or wondered why nobody warned you about menopause, this episode is for you. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty [https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty] Follow us on: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty [https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/ [https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/] Recorded, produced, and mixed at Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ [https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/] #UnfilteredAtFifty #Perimenopause #Menopause #WomenOver50 #Friendship #RealTalk

Entitlement, Consequences, California & Modern Chaos

In this episode of Unfiltered at Fifty, Jennifer and Kimberly go all in on one of their most passionate conversations yet. They talk about the growing entitlement in today’s world, the lack of consequences, parenting in modern society, AI and technology replacing critical thinking, and why so much about life feels completely upside down. From social media, bullying, and school culture to the rising cost of living in California, homelessness, drug addiction, and the struggle of raising kids in an increasingly chaotic world, this episode is raw, honest, emotional, and unapologetically unfiltered. They also reflect on growing up in a different era—when kids played outside until the streetlights came on, respect mattered, and life felt simpler. Whether you agree or disagree, this episode is meant to spark conversation. Topics include: • AI and whether kids still need to think for themselves • Social media and influencer culture • Entitlement and lack of accountability • Bullying and parenting fears • California cost of living and housing crisis • Drug addiction, homelessness, and mental health • Raising kids in a rapidly changing world Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty [https://www.tiktok.com/@unfilteredatfifty] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/ [https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredatfifty/] Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty [https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty] Recorded and mixed at Command Creative Studios [https://www.commandcreativestudios.com] #UnfilteredAtFifty #ParentingToday #CaliforniaLiving #ModernSociety #RealTalk #WomenOver50

Turning 50 in Maui, Friendship, Trauma & Aging

This week, Jennifer and Kimberly take you through the unforgettable chaos of Kimberly’s 50th birthday trip to Maui — and let’s just say… things didn’t exactly go smoothly. From overpacked suitcases and airport stress to a missing ID, Costco meltdowns, and $35 airport drinks, the trip delivered plenty of laughs before they even made it to paradise. But beneath the humor, this episode goes much deeper. They open up about what turning 50 really feels like, why aging looks so different today than it did for previous generations, and how certain wounds from childhood and high school can still stay with us decades later. This episode dives into friendship, aging, nostalgia, bullying, emotional scars, healing, and the reality that some words can stay with you forever. Topics include: • Kimberly’s chaotic 50th birthday trip to Maui • Airport disasters and travel stress • Why women over 50 don’t “look 50” anymore • Growing older with lifelong friendships • High school trauma and bullying • Religion, judgment, and healing • Why certain words still hurt decades later This is one of our funniest, deepest, and most vulnerable episodes yet. Make sure to like, follow, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media: @unfilteredatfifty Watch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty [https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty] Listen on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-unfiltered-at-fifty-331466748/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-unfiltered-at-fifty-331466748/] Recorded and produced at Command Creative Studios: https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/ [https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/] #UnfilteredAtFifty #Turning50 #WomenOver50 #FriendshipAfter50 #MidlifePodcast #RealTalk

Parenting, Nostalgia, Boundaries & Why Society Feels Different

In this episode of Unfiltered at Fifty, Jennifer and Kimberly dive into one of their most nostalgic and emotionally honest conversations yet. They reflect on growing up in the 80s and 90s, the lessons their parents taught them, and the funny sayings they never thought they’d repeat—until they caught themselves sounding exactly like their moms. The conversation moves from childhood chores and parenting today to independence, emotional resilience, boundaries, work ethic, and the realities of raising kids in a completely different world. They explore how modern parenting has changed, why so many kids struggle with accountability, and how technology and social media have reshaped childhood. Jennifer also shares a powerful story about helping save a choking dog, revealing how calm she became in a real emergency, while Kimberly opens up about why she will always defend the underdog. The episode wraps with a passionate discussion about society, bystander culture, and the importance of stepping up when people need help. This episode is funny, nostalgic, heartfelt, and completely unfiltered. Topics Include * Growing up in the 80s and 90s * Becoming more like our parents * Funny sayings our parents used * Parenting then vs now * Chores and accountability * Raising kids with discipline * Independence and vulnerability * Work ethic and entitlement * Losing old voicemails and memories * Why elevators feel awkward * Emergency situations and staying calm * Bystander culture and social media * Standing up for people in need * Friendship and lifelong memories Make sure to like, follow, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Follow us on social media: @unfilteredatfifty Watch and subscribe on YouTube: Unfiltered at Fifty YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Unfilteredatfifty?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Recorded and mixed at Command Creative Studios [https://www.commandcreativestudios.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] #UnfilteredAtFifty #WomenOver50 #Parenting #GenX #RealTalk #MidlifePodcast