
How To Be 60 with Kaye Adams
Turning 60 isn’t about slowing down—it’s about shaking things up. Whether it’s downsizing and embracing a simpler life, starting a new career, moving abroad, or navigating love and relationships in unexpected ways, How To Be 60 proves that this stage of life is anything but predictable.Join Kaye Adams and her brilliantly blunt co-host, Karen MacKenzie, as they chat with familiar faces and everyday people rewriting the rulebook on aging. With honesty, humour, and plenty of surprises, they explore what it really means to embrace change, challenge expectations, and make the years ahead the best yet.If you’re wondering what’s next—or just need a reminder that it’s never too late to do something bold - this is the podcast for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 5, 2025 • 16min
Midweek Catch-Up: Bridget Jones and Is Sex After 50 Still a Big Deal?
This week’s Midweek Catch-Up takes a surprising turn as Kaye and Karen dive into the new Bridget Jones movie, sparking a candid chat about relationships, sex, and dating in your 50s. With hilarious Instagram poll results and brutally honest listener comments, they ask: how much of a priority is intimacy for women over 50? From menopause myths to the perils of online dating, this episode is full of laughs, unexpected truths, and maybe even a few fire emojis… 🔥🔥🔥 Email us your thoughts at podcast@htb60.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 2025 • 40min
Barry McGuigan: Fighting Fit at 64 and the Power of Lifelong Love
In this episode of "How to Be 60" with Kaye Adams and Karen MacKenzie, legendary boxer and promoter Barry McGuigan shares his journey of staying fit at 64, the secrets to his 44-year marriage, and the emotional experiences that shaped his life. From his rigorous gym routine to the love story that started when he was just five years old, Barry’s insights are as inspiring as they are heartwarming. Email your thoughts and stories to podcast@htb60.com, and don’t forget to subscribe for more amazing conversations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 2025 • 20min
Midweek Catch-Up: Kitchen Chaos & Menopause Real Talk
In this week’s midweek catch-up, Kaye and Karen share laugh-out-loud kitchen mishaps—from marmalade disasters that almost set the kitchen on fire to a hilarious run-in with firemen over incinerated pancakes! They also dive deep into a listener's heartfelt email about the challenges of post-menopause. From brain fog and imposter syndrome to finding hope and light at the end of the tunnel, they share personal experiences, community insights, and a dose of humor. Tune in for a candid conversation about navigating life’s messy (and sometimes smoky) moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2025 • 41min
Christine Mackie: Embracing Life in Her 60s – From Heartache to Heartfelt Creativity
Christine Mackie is proof that life in your 60s can be full of new beginnings and boundless creativity! In this uplifting episode of How to Be 60, the actress and playwright shares how she turned personal loss into powerful storytelling, writing her first play in her 60s and discovering newfound freedom along the way. With humor, heart, and a zest for life, Christine shows us that it’s never too late to chase your dreams and live boldly.We’d love to hear your thoughts! Drop us a line at podcast@htb60.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 2025 • 17min
Midweek Catchup: Love, Laughter & Valentine's Disasters
Kaye and Karen are back for a How to Be 60 Midweek Catchup, diving into the highs and hilarious lows of Valentine's Day. From lazy airport chocolates to heart-shaped pies, they debate whether romance fades or just evolves over time. Plus, a throwback to a love story involving a Tory, a Porsche, and a signed Margaret Thatcher autobiography! Join us for laughs, love lessons, and listener stories on what really keeps relationships ticking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2025 • 43min
Paul McKenna: The Power of Positivity & Reinventing Life in Your 60s
On this week’s How To Be 60, we’re joined by the legendary Paul McKenna as he reflects on turning 60 and what it means to embrace this milestone with confidence. The world-renowned hypnotherapist and self-help guru opens up about how his mindset has evolved with age, why he’s shifting away from relentless goal-setting, and the life lessons that have shaped him. From self-acceptance to staying healthy, finding purpose, and rethinking success, Paul shares invaluable insights on making the most of life beyond 60. Plus, he gets candid about love, personal struggles, and why he believes the best years might still be ahead. Get in touch: Share your thoughts and stories with us at podcast@htb60.com!Find out more about what Paul is up to at paulmckenna.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2025 • 16min
Midweek Catchup: Pockets of Joy, Retiring Abroad & A Brenda Takeover!
In this Midweek Catchup, Kay and Karen dive into the realities of retiring abroad—dream or disaster? After last week’s chat about moving to the sun, they received a fantastic email from listener Brenda, who shares her rollercoaster experience of relocating to France, working with Eurocamp, and the unexpected legal nightmares that followed.Kay also embraces the advice to seek "pockets of joy"—from impromptu trips to theatre outings and reconnecting with old friends. But could she really swap city life for a quaint countryside escape? And what happens when a campervan sale turns into a £20,000 legal battle?Plus, a surprise message from listener Jason (aka "High Queens") about vegan tablet, Alan Cumming, and the joys of Scottish sweets.Email us your own midweek musings at podcast@htb60.com—we’d love to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2025 • 38min
Murder, Midlife & Reinvention – David Wilson on True Crime and Turning 67
Professor David Wilson joins Kaye and Karen for a chat about life at 67, career reinvention, and why true crime fascinates us. From working with Britain’s most notorious criminals to his surprising take on aging, David shares wisdom, wit, and a few jaw-dropping stories. Plus, what does he make of the How to Be 60 obsession with creaking joints and pubes? Tune in for laughs, life lessons, and some serious food for thought! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 5, 2025 • 20min
Midweek Catchup: Sun, Social Life, and the Big Retirement Question
On this week's How to Be 60, Kaye and Karen dive into the sun-soaked topic of retirement dreams—should you stay or should you go? From battling wind with an unruly golf umbrella to fantasising about Spanish sunshine, they candidly explore the allure of relocating abroad, the emotional tug of family ties, and the anxiety of starting over socially. With heartfelt listener stories about bold moves to France, Cyprus, and Portugal, plus reflections on the joy (and fear) of change, this episode is a warm, witty look at what it really means to retire—and how to find your place in the world, no matter your age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2025 • 51min
Sian Williams at 60: Finding Strength, Gratitude & Pockets of Joy
This week on How To Be 60, we’re joined by the incredible Sian Williams—former BBC Breakfast host, now a trained psychologist—who shares her journey of resilience, self-discovery, and finding joy after a decade marked by breast cancer, career shifts, and personal transformation. From navigating motherhood and big life changes to redefining success in her 60s, Sian’s wisdom is both inspiring and deeply relatable.She opens up about the power of journaling, the myths around "battling" illness, and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. Plus, she reveals what she’s doing now that brings her true happiness.A raw, uplifting, and thought-provoking conversation you won’t want to miss.Get in touch at podcast@htb60.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.