Don’t Even Think of Retiring Here!
These three states may lure folks who don’t want to spend their golden years shoveling snow—but in terms of female friendliness, they seriously suck.
Tilda Swinton Movies Are Always a Treat, but Her Latest Is Mind-blowing
Catch the chameleon-like star’s frightening new film and celebrate her mischievous, gender-bending spirit.
To Burn or Not? One Woman Confronts Her Past in Her Old Journals
At midlife, are we who we thought we’d grow up to be? Should we hang on to those youthful ideas of what adulthood means? Natalie Serber considers these questions and more as she decides whether to burn or keep her old diaries.
Rory Kennedy: Filmmaker Taking Aim at Climate Change
A descendant of the famous family known for service, the renowned filmmaker is pushing hard to protect our planet and elevate women. She talks about art and activism with NextTribe’s Sheila Weller.
Who is Most Afraid of Getting Older and Dying? The Answer Might Surprise You
There’s no way around it: Most people are scared to get old. But we’re all for busting stereotypes about aging that makes that fear disappear.
Wendi McLendon-Covey on Bev Goldberg As She Faces an Empty Nest
Wendi McLendon-Covey has learned some important life lessons from playing her role on “The Goldbergs.” Here, she tells us why Betty White is her role model and shares the secret to her great marriage (it’s got nothing to do with sex).
Gloria: A Life Chronicles The Legacy of Gloria Steinem
This new theater experience recounts Steinem’s early years, personal journey, and career trajectory—but the play really is so much more than that.
Celebrity Deaths: Why We Care So Much About the Loss of Aretha, Bowie, Princess Di
Maybe for you it was Aretha Franklin. Or Prince. Or Kate Spade. Or David Bowie. But the loss hurt—a lot. Marion Winik, author of a new book on death, explores why we mourn so much when those we never really knew pass away.
Cuban Artist Carmen Herrera Is 103 — and Proves That Persistence Is Everything in Life
Feeling stuck in your career? This inspirational artist didn’t sell her first piece until 1998—and she’s been at it since the ’30s. Now she’s the hottest thing on the market.
At 60, Angela Bassett is On Fire: Lucky For Us
NextTribe caught up with the gifted Black Panther actor and learned, among other things, why Floridians and fireplaces don’t always mix.
Elise Pettus, Divorce Whisperer, Is Guiding Women Through the Big Split
After her marriage ended abruptly, Elise Pettus did what many before her have done: reinvented herself. Pettus’s new incarnation is as a mentor for others in the throes of uncoupling.
Fighting Ageism: Get Ready to Get Radical With The Radical Age Movement
There’s a lot to stress about as we age, but The Radical Age Movement is showing the world how to fight ageism. Finally, right?
Can Single Moms Survive Empty Nest Syndrome? New Freedom, New Temptations
At the center of the funny, sad, sometimes sexy new novel, “Mrs. Fletcher,” is a single mom looking for love after her son leaves for college…maybe in the wrong places.
8 Ways to Declutter Stuff at Midlife
Still holding on to boxes of your kids’ baby clothes and art work? Inheriting more cartons of stuff your parents saved? You need to tackle that clutter monster now. Here’s how.
Gender Stereotypes In Advertising: Where the Hell Are the Midlife Women?
Advertisers continue to pigeon-hole the over-40 woman (or ignore them completely)—but don’t lose faith just yet.
What Would Frida Do? Lessons on Living Boldly
On a pilgrimage to see an exhibit of Frida Kahlo’s work, Meredith Maran learns the value of doing things your way, fiercely and with full faith in yourself.
Catherine Keener on Heartbreak and Kindness
The amazing actor chats with NextTribe about her new Showtime series “Kidding” (it co-stars Jim Carrey!) and her ultimate family escape.
Almost 50 and Following Pearl Jam on Tour? Hell YES!
Not everyone understood why Thea Wood bought tickets to concerts by her favorite rock band as they criss-crossed Europe. But the music and the moment gave her a gift she’ll never forget or regret.
“Should I Take More Meds So I’m Nicer to be Around?”
A woman weaning herself from antidepressants wonders whether she’s making the right move. Our advice guru weighs in.
Why Operating Heavy Equipment Lights This 69-Year-Old’s Fire
We know what you’re thinking…how could operating a back hoe possibly be inspirational? Trust us, Jane Bernstein’s story from Diggerland will make you want to excavate your own passion.
