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Empty Nest Happy Hour Podcast
June 2025 Newsletter
Danielle Wilberg
June 20, 2025
The Empty Nest Happy Hour
Podcast Newsletter
Where it’s always happy, because the nest is empty.
WELCOME
Hey there, Nesters — we made it. (Kind of!)
Summer’s finally here - which means we made it through the first phase of emptynesting! Our kids were in and out from August to May, and now they’re mostly all back full-time. But it’s still Happy Hour - even if the nest is full again! Way back at the beginning of the podcast we talked about how each step of this process is a kind of practice for when the kids finally move out completely. So far, it’s going fairly well, but we know there will always be hiccups along the way. We hope wherever you are in this journey it’s going well for you.
In any case, our goal is to have each other’s backs as we laugh, overshare and make midlife a whole lot more entertaining. So pour yourself a summer cocktail and let’s get back to what we do best- cheers!
PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS
The last couple of months brought a lot of ups and downs for Amy and Danielle - and we discussed it all. Here are just a few highlights, in case you missed an episode:
We discussed our winter book selection, Sandwich by Catherine Newman. If you are looking for a book that captures midlife - this is a good one! Don’t miss our discussion.
An emotional episode about pet grief, and then a hard change of topic into the history of pockets and red lipstick.
Our most scientific episode yet! Danielle and producer Aunt Lizzy host very special guest, Dr. Erica Herron, a pelvic floor physical therapist (and their sister), who breaks break down the stuff most women were never taught but really need to know.
Danielle starts her dream job, Amy rants about the SAVE Act and why name changes might mess with your right to vote (seriously), and we explore why rest isn’t lazy - it’s legendary.
Amy and Danielle sip a Power Spritz and dive into the bestselling book When Women Ran Fifth Avenue by Julie Satow. Plus, we get nostalgic about shopping in the '80s, college reunions, and what makes midlife style iconic.
Hear all about the chaos and celebration around graduation - and BEYONCÉ!!!
WE LOVE TO READ!
Articles that got us THINKING…
The Bewildering and Sexist History of Women’s Pockets by the VERVE Team in Medium
How Red Lipstick Has Epitomized Defiance Throughout History by Katilyn McClintock in Buying Guides and posted to Who What Wear
When a Pet Dies, Who Do You Turn To? by Lauren Gill in The New York Times
Chappell Roan Is Right About Motherhood by E.J Dickson in The Cut
Emergency Feel-Better Kit by Danielle Kurtzleben on her Substack Amy especially loved how Danielle K talked about church
We can’t live without…
AmyJergen’s Natural Glow Wet Skin Moisturizer - subtle and easy self-tanner - get this to go with it Madewell Darted Barrel Jean - “darted” and “barrel” scared me, but the salesperson convinced me - and they were 25% off Rouge Dior Forever Liquid Lipstick - in 760 Forever Glam - for when you’re fully committed to being a witch | DanielleSLEEP. Final Answer. |
CONTACT US
Want to reach out? We’re all ears!
Whether it’s to share your empty nest stories, ask us a question, or just say hi—we love hearing from you! You can slide into our DMs, comment on our posts, or even better, shoot us an email! Because let’s be real, we actually like email. Hit us up at [email protected] and let's chat!