Over 50 & Flourishing with Dominique Sachse

In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I sit down with Susan Holmes McKagan for a conversation about reinvention, courage, and playing the long game.
After a successful career as a 90s supermodel, Susan pivoted in her late 40s and enrolled in Harvard Graduate School to deepen and refine her craft as a writer. She shares what inspired that decision, what it felt like to be older than many of her classmates, and how the academic rigor sharpened her writing and strengthened her discipline.
We also talk about her nearly 27-year marriage to Duff McKagan of Guns N Roses. How they met on a blind date, what keeps their relationship strong, and what it was really like raising two daughters while navigating life on tour. Susan offers an honest look at the pros and challenges of being married in the rock and roll world and why longevity in love, just like career, requires intention and growth.

In this episode, we discuss:
Why Susan chose to go to Harvard Graduate School in her 40s after a successful modeling career
What it felt like to be the outlier in the classroom
How her writing sharpened and evolved after graduate school
How she met Duff McKagan and built a lasting marriage in rock and roll
What tour life was like while raising a family
The importance of taking leaps of faith at any age
Why following your passion matters more than playing it safe
How benefiting from the long game leads to lasting success

For more on Susan Holmes McKagan, follow her on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanholmesmckagan/?hl=en
Twitter/X: https://x.com/SuHolmesMcKagan
Susan’s book, The Velvet Rose: https://a.co/d/0cZfZwW8
Three Chords & The Truth: https://duffmckagan.com/radio-show/

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What happens when you stop caring what people think after 60?
In this candid, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Lisa Arce (@kitchenkillalisa), the bold and unfiltered voice behind the viral videos that say what so many women are thinking but won’t say out loud.
After being fired at 61, Lisa did not retreat. She reinvented. What began as off-the-cuff social media posts turned into a thriving online presence, brand opportunities, and a loyal audience drawn to her sharp humor, honest storytelling, and unapologetic perspective on real life and modern culture.
In this episode, you will also meet the woman behind the persona, shaped by resilience, complicated family dynamics, loss, love, and a refusal to shrink with age.

In this episode, we discuss:
What it felt like to be fired at 61 and why it turned out to be a gift
Reinventing yourself later in life and building something new online
Making money on social media in your 60s
Aging without apology, including Botox, gray hair, and the judgment women place on each other
Why women over 50 are still competing instead of supporting one another
Divorce, loss, and reconnecting with a past love decades later
Learning to stop caring what people think
Finding freedom and confidence in your 60s

For more on Lisa Arce, follow her on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenkillalisa/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Kitchenkillalisa-61575239068280/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehangryitalian
Substack: https://kitchenkillalisa.substack.com/

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In this Q&A episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m answering the questions you sent in about aging well, from skincare and aesthetic treatments to wellness, career pivots, and the life changes that shape how we care for ourselves. Drawing from your questions, this conversation reflects on what’s actually helping, what’s changed over time, and how experience informs the choices we make now.

From skincare routines, microneedling, and Sculptra, to advocating for your health, navigating menopause and energy changes, processing grief, deepening faith, and maintaining connection in marriage, this episode explores the growth, challenges, and joy that come with different seasons of life. I share what I’ve learned along the way and how those lessons continue to influence my approach to beauty, wellness, relationships, and work.

In this episode, we cover:
Skincare routines, beauty treatments, and why simplicity matters
Hair, makeup, and aging with confidence rather than chasing perfection
Health, hormones, menopause, and learning to listen to your body
Advocating for yourself when something feels “off” and being persistent about your health
My experience with Sculptra and other aesthetic treatments
Faith, grief, and how belief has shaped difficult seasons
Marriage, communication, and keeping the connection strong over time
Career transitions, media, entrepreneurship, and redefining work
Creating a home, lifestyle, and rhythm that reflects current priorities

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In this special Valentine’s Day episode, I sit down with my husband, Vic. Together, we reflect on the beauty of second chances, the hard seasons that shaped us, and why Valentine’s Day can be both a joyful celebration and a difficult reminder for so many.
We talk about the myths surrounding romance, the pressure society places on this holiday, and how love is so much bigger than chocolates, flowers, or date nights. With humor, tenderness, faith, and real-life perspective, Vic and I share the lessons we’ve learned through heartbreak, healing, and God’s perfect timing.
In this episode, we cover:
Why Valentine’s Day can feel painful or complicated for many
How to reframe the holiday around giving, gratitude, and love beyond romance
The power of second chances and God’s timing in relationships
Why the only thing worse than being alone is being with the wrong person
The importance of honesty, growth, and letting go of perfection
What we’ve learned from past mistakes, loss, and uncomfortable “yeses”
How faith became the foundation of our marriage
Why every day can be an opportunity to love someone well

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In this episode of Over 50 & Flourishing, I’m joined by dating and relationship coach Laurie Gerber, host of the Love at Any Age podcast and a longtime friend of the show, for a timely conversation about love, connection, and reclaiming Valentine’s Day at any stage of life.
Together, we unpack why Valentine’s Day can bring so much pressure and disappointment, how unspoken expectations quietly erode intimacy, and what it really takes to feel seen, heard, and cherished in relationships.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why Valentine’s Day triggers pressure, comparison, and resentment, and how to reclaim it
How unspoken expectations sabotage intimacy in long-term relationships
The power of listening (and why feeling heard changes everything)
Why love doesn’t “just happen” and how to design it intentionally
How to communicate desires without guilt, testing, or mind-reading
Practical ways to create connection (whether you’re single or partnered)
The types of dates that can reignite passion, play, and closeness at any age
Why midlife is a powerful time to redefine romance on your own terms

For more on Laurie Gerber, follow her on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauriegerberdatingcoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegerber_coach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriegerber
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lauriegerbercoach
Listen to her podcast, Love At Any Age: https://lauriegerbercoach.podbean.com/
Sign up for her FREE webinar ‘3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments: https://www.lauriegerber.com/webinar

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Keep in Touch:
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dominiquesachse.tv/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dominiquesachse.tv/book/
Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dominiquesachse/
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Have a question for Dominique? Submit it here for a chance to have it answered on the show! https://forms.gle/MpTeWN1oKN8t18pm6

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Produced by Dear Media.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.