<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Solo Aging Strong: The Big Question]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Solo Aging — The Big Question</b></p><p>In this episode of <i>Solo Aging</i>, Dr. Cheryl Baldwin explores one powerful question: <b>Where is this chapter of your life leading you?</b></p><p>Through real stories and honest reflection, this conversation challenges the outdated narratives around aging alone and reframes solo aging as a life of intention, freedom, and possibility. From letting go of the pressure to explain your life to others, to embracing your story without apology, this episode invites listeners to think differently about what it means to age well.</p><p>With insights, relatable experiences, and a reminder that millions are walking this path, <i>The Big Question</i> encourages you to stop explaining, start owning your story, and intentionally shape what comes next.</p><p>Because solo aging isn’t about being alone—it’s about becoming fully yourself.</p>]]></description><link>https://soloaging1.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 03:45:10 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/7WxsdP9H.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Dr. C. Baldwin]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:41:35 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2025 Dr. C. Baldwin]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Society & Culture]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Journals]]></category><itunes:author>Dr. C. Baldwin</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Solo Aging — The Big Question&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Solo Aging&lt;/i&gt;, Dr. Cheryl Baldwin explores one powerful question: &lt;b&gt;Where is this chapter of your life leading you?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Through real stories and honest reflection, this conversation challenges the outdated narratives around aging alone and reframes solo aging as a life of intention, freedom, and possibility. From letting go of the pressure to explain your life to others, to embracing your story without apology, this episode invites listeners to think differently about what it means to age well.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With insights, relatable experiences, and a reminder that millions are walking this path, &lt;i&gt;The Big Question&lt;/i&gt; encourages you to stop explaining, start owning your story, and intentionally shape what comes next.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because solo aging isn’t about being alone—it’s about becoming fully yourself.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Dr. C. Baldwin</itunes:name><itunes:email>soloaging11@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Personal Journals"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/dbaa4e53-d8f2-41f7-a336-3330dce42f5b/logos/850251be-3fc9-4722-8fe0-08a0fe789cb7.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[He Did What? Solo Aging Dating]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dating after 50 isn’t just complicated, it’s sometimes unbelievable. From failed apps to “forgotten” wallets, this episode will have you laughing and saying… <i>he did what?</i></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">194acc4c-c2c3-4272-8329-989fae45f31a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Dr. C. Baldwin]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:48:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f40d6233fb41a7b837fac45fa27b9cf5a0e012ede29e433d33d5e319b6f843d1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxOTRhY2M0Yy1jMmMzLTQyNzItODMyOS05ODlmYWU0NWYzMWEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJkYmFhNGU1My1kOGYyLTQxZjctYTMzNi0zMzMwZGNlNDJmNWIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODliZmViMjk4ODUwOWRiZWMzZTQ1NjIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljYmViNmQwMTI0MWE3OTFkMjI5YTdlL2NoZXJ5bC1iYWxkd2lucy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTMxX18xNy00Mi0zNy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="19979956" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/dbaa4e53-d8f2-41f7-a336-3330dce42f5b/episodes/194acc4c-c2c3-4272-8329-989fae45f31a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Dating after 50 isn’t just complicated, it’s sometimes unbelievable. From failed apps to “forgotten” wallets, this episode will have you laughing and saying… &lt;i&gt;he did what?&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:13:52</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/dbaa4e53-d8f2-41f7-a336-3330dce42f5b/logos/850251be-3fc9-4722-8fe0-08a0fe789cb7.jpeg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>He Did What? Solo Aging Dating</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solo Aging: The Big Question]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The podcast explores the concept of solo aging and challenges the societal norms associated with aging. It emphasizes the importance of living intentionally, owning one's story, and planning for retirement in a meaningful way.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Aging solo is about intentional living</li><li>Owning your story and living without the burden of explanation</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Planning for Retirement</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">59131cb3-a881-4fde-a6f9-03aa758a3318</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Dr. C. 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