Older Women Dating Younger Men? Vanessa Drozda on Age Gaps & Double Standards | Netflix’s Age of Attraction

Is This A Midlife Crisis or an Awakening? | Erin Timm Shares Her Story

Writer, former model, mom, and Netflix Age of Attraction cast member Erin Timm joins Jamie and Pascal for a revealing conversation about the gap between the life we imagined and the life we actually get. From becoming a single mom at 20 to navigating health challenges, difficult relationships, self-doubt, and the realities of never marrying, Erin reflects on the choices, setbacks, and unexpected turns that shaped her journey. Together, they explore what happens when life doesn’t unfold according to plan, why so many people find themselves questioning everything in midlife, and whether what feels like a crisis may actually be an awakening. They discuss:  • Becoming a single mom at 20  • Relationships, heartbreak, and learning from bad choices  • Health challenges and resilience  • Expectations vs. reality in midlife  • Confidence, self-discovery, and reinvention  • Erin’s experience on Netflix’s Age of Attraction • Writing the next chapter instead of dwelling on the last one Vulnerable, thoughtful, funny, and deeply relatable, this conversation is for anyone who has ever looked around and wondered: “Is this the life I thought I’d have?” 🎙️ New episodes weekly on In My Hometown with Jamie & Pascal.

From Playboy Bunny to Society Columnist: Candace Jordan on Playboy, Fame & Golden Era

From Playboy Bunny and nine-time Playboy cover model to one of Chicago’s most recognizable media personalities and society columnists, Candace Jordan has spent decades at the center of celebrity culture, media, fame, and reinvention. In this episode of In My Hometown, Jamie and Pascal sit down with Candace for a "candid" conversation about what really happened behind the scenes at Playboy, her time living in the mansion, Hef, the cultural shifts she’s witnessed, and why Chicago remains one of the greatest cities in America. Candace also reflects on the choices that shaped her life, why saying "yes" opened unexpected doors, and why she believes every chapter — even the messy ones — teaches you something valuable. It’s a conversation about reinvention, confidence, fame, aging, and embracing life without regret. 🎙️ New episodes weekly on In My Hometown with Jamie and Pascal.

Older Women Dating Younger Men? Vanessa Drozda on Age Gaps & Double Standards | Netflix’s Age of Attraction

Women over 50 are no longer being sidelined in conversations around love, attraction, and dating — they’re becoming the romantic leads. On this episode of In My Hometown, Jamie and Pascal explore the growing conversation around older women dating younger men — and the double standards that still exist around age, attraction, confidence, and modern relationships. Joining the conversation is Vanessa Drozda (50) from Netflix’s Age of Attraction, who opens up about meeting her boyfriend Logan (30) on the show, getting engaged, navigating public reactions to their relationship, and why age-gap dynamics continue to spark such strong opinions. The conversation dives into: * Dating after 50 * Older women and younger men * Double standards in relationships * Attraction vs emotional connection * Confidence and reinvention in midlife * Modern dating dynamics * Reality TV and relationships And yes… Pascal definitely does not hold back. Whether you agree or disagree, this is an honest, funny, and provocative conversation about how dating norms are changing — and why more people are talking openly about age-gap relationships than ever before. Follow In My Hometown for conversations around relationships, reinvention, culture, wellness, and modern life.

A Secret Family Just 6 Miles Away | A Conversation with Author Mike Zimmerman

What would you do if you discovered your father had been living an entirely separate life — with another wife and children — just 6 miles away (in a neighboring suburb)? In this compelling episode of In My Hometown, Jamie and Pascal sit down with author Mike Zimmerman to discuss the shocking true story behind his shocking memoir, Suburban Bigamy: 6 Miles Between Truth & Deceit. Mike opens up about the moment he discovered his father’s hidden family, the emotional fallout of that revelation, and how he began to process betrayal, grief, identity, forgiveness, and healing. This conversation goes beyond the shock of the secret. It’s about family, perspective, resilience, and what happens next. In My Hometown features weekly conversations about relationships, reinvention, wellness, reality TV, culture, and thriving in our "Golden and Going Golden Era."

Is Age Really Just a Number? Theresa DeMaria (54) On Dating a 27- Year Old | Netflix Age of Attraction Tell All

Is age really just a number in dating? And does it depend who’s older?  This week on In My Hometown, Jamie and Pascal sit down with Theresa DeMaria, 54, from the hit Netflix show Age of Attraction—hosted by Nick Viall and Natalie Joy. Theresa and John's (27) relationship on the show made headlines their 27 year age gap. Now she’s sharing what really happened—behind the scenes, off camera, and beyond what viewers saw. We get into what that relationship was actually like, what surprised her most, and why age gap dynamics still feel so different when the woman is older. From chemistry vs. compatibility to societal expectations and real-life logistics, this is a candid, honest conversation about dating, relationships, and connection—at any age.