The Midlife Academy at the U of MN
Episodes
Make the Leap
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midlife Academy Podcast, Bri Smith is joined by Dr. Ellen J. Kennedy. Ellen is the founder and executive director of World With...
Rethinking Work and Retirement: Career Crossroads After 50
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midlife Academy Podcast, Bri Smith is joined by Executive Career Transition Coach, George Dow. Since 2010, George has assisted ...
Next Chapter Reset: Creating Momentum
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midlife Academy Podcast, Bri Smith is joined by Midlife Academy instructor, Courtney Burton. Courtney's eight week course, ...
Healing from Burnout
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Midlife Academy Podcast, Bri Smith is joined by Jeannie Stumne for a discussion of a topic that is likely familiar to us all --...
The Midlife Pivot
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For many professionals, a career change can feel intimidating, especially in a world that seems filled with constant turbulence and uncertainty. But w...
Purpose at Midlife
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Vorrhees joins our podcast to talk about how she cultivates daily purpose in her life through work, family, hobbies and more.
Why We Started
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Midlife Academy podcast! Join hosts Briana Smith and Kate Schaefers, The Midlife Academy director and program manager, respectively, as...