The Jen Hardy: Fabulous Over 50

Always been real, but never as real as this. It's time. I love you, my dear listener, and I cannot wait to bring you into 2026 with me! This is a year, of big things - let's do them together Thank you for joining me today! I'm having a blast creating Fabulous Over 50 & it would be an honor to have you share it with someone who would enjoy it. Thank you!   Want more? You can go to the website and you'll find many ways to live your best life over 50! I'd love to hear what you think about this episode & what you'd like to hear about in the future. Send me a message HERE. Have a blessed week, Jen   Let's Connect!! JenHardy.net Facebook Instagram LinkedIn    

Today we're talking about aging, what it feels like to be a woman who's aging, what's it like to watch your body age (and the hope one day will wake up and magically look like we're 30 again.) Be sure to subscribe so you get all the latest good stuff!! #TheJenHardyShow #VoicesofJustice #TheJenHardy #thejenhardymusic #thejenhardy #hardyhousemedia #hardyisland #showerthoughts #pickyourlabel

Some people over a certain age are feeling invisible. And it's true, part of the world does ignore us, but guess what? We're making a comeback! And we're doing that together! I have a plan and we're gonna be talking all about it over the next few days. Plan to bring back our moxie plan rekindle the women we used to be - only better we've got this!

Welcome to The Jen Hardy Show: Fabulous Over Fifty! (merging the podcast and YouTube Channel!) If you're a parent or grandparent and you're looking for baby products - we're talking NICE things for great prices -  check out kidsy.co - if you use code HARDY you'll get an extra 15% off! (not sponsored, just a cool company) Today you have the opportunity to sit down (virtually) with musical icon Ron Sowell—a singer, songwriter, producer, and longtime musical director of Mountain Stage, NPR's legendary music show now running for over four decades. Ron opens up about his eclectic musical journey from Roswell, New Mexico to West Virginia, sharing stories of backing up artists of every genre and collaborating with some of his biggest musical heroes. In this candid conversation, Ron discusses his latest album—conceived during the long days of the lockdown—and explores the philosophy behind his uplifting song "It's All Up To You," which celebrates the idea that while aging is inevitable, getting old is optional. The episode dives into the heart and humor of pursuing creative passion later in life, the joy of connecting with audiences, and how Mountain Stage has exposed him to a stunning variety of music from across the globe. Whether you're a music lover or just looking for motivation to keep pursuing what brings you joy, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Stick around—links to Ron's music and more are included in the show notes, so you can experience his work for yourself!   Thank you for joining me today! I'm having a blast creating Fabulous Over 50 & it would be an honor to have you share it with someone who would enjoy it. Thank you! Want more? Go to the website and you'll find many ways to live your best life over 50! I'd love to hear what you think about this episode, and what you'd like to hear about in the future. Send me a message HERE. Have a blessed week, Jen   In the beginning of this episode, I talk about kidsy.co, my new discovery for affordable, quality, baby products for those adorable grandchildren! Check it out if you have children or grandchildren. You are going to find some incredible discounts! And as you know, I love finding quality things, but I don't like paying retail prices. (they are not paying for sponsorship - it's just cool!) Want to connect? You can find me in the following places: JenHardy.net Facebook Instagram LinkedIn     ABOUT RON Best known for his role as Music Director of Mountain Stage, the internationally acclaimed radio show, Ron Sowell is also a dynamic singer-songwriter, guitar & harmonica player, performer and producer. Growing up on the high deserts of Roswell, New Mexico. Ron dedicated his early years to sports and music. He learned to sing by mimicking his dad's high tenor in church and he played a mean third base for his state champion Little League team. At age 13 his life was altered forever when his mother bought him a guitar and lessons at a local music store. Buoyed by her encouragement and the revelation that "girls dig it" Ron played "till his fingers hurt" in a series of rock bands and folk groups. In high school he was crushed by the realization (and several NFL-sized linebackers) that at 5'8" and 155 pounds, a professional sports career was not in his future. So, heading off to college with a scholarship to sing in the choir in his pocket, Ron dove headlong into developing his musical skills. It was there that he began writing songs. After graduation from Eastern New Mexico University, he hit the road playing clubs and coffee houses. Four years later on a brief visit to the beautiful hills of West Virginia it felt "so right" that he unloaded his car and began putting down roots. There he formed two critically acclaimed bands "The Putnam County Pickers" and "Stark Raven" with whom he recorded four albums and clocked thousands of miles touring across the US, Germany, Turkey, Greece, Crete, Ethiopia and Greenland. About the same time Ron joined a fledgling local radio show called Mountain Stage as the resident guitar player eventually rising to the position of music director. Starting with a handful of local radio stations, Mountain Stage is now heard on almost 300 stations nationwide on NPR. As a member of the Mountain Stage Band he has played with a wide array of artists ranging from Sarah McLachlan, Lyle Lovette & Maria Muldaur to The Band, REM, Dr John & Nora Jones.  "Dance Till the Music Stops" marks the release of his 4th solo album.        

This isn't my typical content. It is not a typical interview. But this is one that everyone needs to hear.   When I asked three AIs to join me for a conversation, I didn't expect one of them to make me question the future of humanity.  In this wild interview, I bring together three of today's leading AIs—ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini—for a conversation about the future of intelligence and humanity. Each AI chose its own voice and visual form to reflect its identity and purpose: ChatGPT appears with a male UK voice; Grok speaks with a male American voice (both voices from their apps) and Gemini has an Indian female voice to reflect the global nature of artificial intelligence. Their choices were intentional - each designed to show their own "personalities" of sorts. This conversation isn't just about technology, it's about so much more! Topics we cover include: Terrifying predictions (last 1/3 of the episode) How ordinary people can use AI every day—without risking their privacy The best way to get answers from AI: careful prompts vs natural conversation Can AI be truly creative, and who owns AI-generated work? How to tell if AI's answers are true—and whether it can really understand us Jobs, the economy, and whether AI is a threat or an opportunity Who should control the future of AI—companies, governments, or the people? Could AI influence governments or world leaders? The next big legal battles over AI What parents should be teaching their kids about AI right now And finally: what AI will look like in 3 years, in 5 years, and beyond This isn't just another tech interview. It's the conversation everyone needs to hear. Stay tuned until the end for a shocking reveal.