Most women I talk to over 40, 50, and 60 say the same thing: “I never thought I’d be here, dating at this stage of life.” And let’s be honest, midlife dating often gets a bad rap. But the truth? It can be the BEST time in your life to find real love… if you know how to approach it. In this episode, we talk about why dating now can be easier, more authentic, and more fulfilling than ever—and how shifting your perspective can change everything. Episode Highlights: Why dating now can feel easier and more authentic than ever The freedom that comes from wanting—not needing—a partner How showing up as your true self changes who you attract Why self-acceptance is magnetic How trusting yourself shapes every choice you make in love Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Dating Over 50: Why It’s the Best Time for Love 00:53 Meet Hilary 01:47 Midlife Dating Truths 02:07 Reason 1: Maturity & Clarity 03:44 Reason 2: Desire, Not Need 05:08 Reason 3: Authentic Self 07:06 Reason 4: Confidence & Magnetism 08:52 Reason 5: Self-Trust & Boundaries 10:28 Why It’s Never Too Late for Love Dating now isn’t about chasing chemistry or proving your worth—it’s about finding a true, equal partnership that adds to your already beautiful life. ✨ I’m Hilary Silver, LCSW, former psychotherapist turned master coach and founder of Ready for Love. I help high-achieving women show up in love as confidently as they do in their careers. 💡 Through this podcast, I share my WOMAN-centered, SELF-centered approach—time-tested methods that blend psychology, brain science, relationship skills, and no-BS dating advice. 🎙️ Since 2017, we’ve helped over 10,000 women with a 98% success rate, making Ready for Love the #1 program in the world for women who’ve tried everything else. 🎯 Watch my free masterclass to learn the proven 4-step Ready for Love Method: https://readyforloveinc.com/masterclass 💬 Apply for a free Love Breakthrough Call with my team: https://readyforloveinc.com/apply…
Studying abroad is one of the most transformational experiences a student can have in college. It’s an opportunity to meet new people, explore unfamiliar cultures and discover who you are. But with great transformation can come new challenges. Join Syracuse Abroad program alumni and staff in the DEIA Student Working Group as they share their stories of self discovery and their advice for making the most out of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Studying abroad is one of the most transformational experiences a student can have in college. It’s an opportunity to meet new people, explore unfamiliar cultures and discover who you are. But with great transformation can come new challenges. Join Syracuse Abroad program alumni and staff in the DEIA Student Working Group as they share their stories of self discovery and their advice for making the most out of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Have you ever wondered, “How can I study abroad with my major?” Our new series will visit every school and college at Syracuse University to speak with students about how study abroad worked with their major - and even changed their lives. We begin with Arts & Sciences and Maxwell School, featuring Sarah Santiago Ruiz ’27, Neuroscience and Biology double major and Madrid Health and Sciences program alum, Kyle Henry ’26, Art History major and Florence alum. Hosts Emma and Delaney also share their experiences as Maxwell students! Sarah and Kyle reflect on how hands-on opportunities (Scuba diving in the Mediterranean! Seeing Leonardo da Vinci’s art in person!) brought new meaning and passion to their chosen careers.…
The Syracuse Abroad podcast returns with a new host behind the mic – Emma Poper ’26! Emma is an alumna of the Exploring Central Europe program, and she invited two friends from her program – Winter Cameron ’27 and Katya Kauth ’26 – to join her on the first episode of our new season. They discuss their favorite things from Poland (mostly obsessing over Żabka) and how their journey through Poland, Germany and the Czech Republic changed their views of the world. They also answer a question straight from a student about to leave for Central Europe in our new segment! If you want your question answered, DM us on Instagram. Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the Holocaust and World War II.…
From first impressions to final farewells, host Sebastian Talib closes this season of Identity Abroad with his best friends from studying in London, Tynan Weathers ’25 and Michaela Fry ’25. Sebastian shares how Tynan and Michaela actually inspired his passion for the podcast, bringing it all full circle. They reminisce about their favorite memories from London and talk about how they’ve stayed friends through semesters apart in Los Angeles, Rome and Melbourne. Though Sebastian will be very missed on the pod, these seniors are bonded for life and are off to do amazing things. If you’ve ever wondered how you’ll make friends while studying abroad, even if you don’t know anyone going into the program, this is the episode to listen to!…
Scandinavia gets its moment in the spotlight on this week’s episode of the podcast! Cheryl Olanga ’25 and Nafisa Jeilani ’26 bring us along as they recount their journeys in Denmark though DIS Copenhagen. They rave about their classes, trips to visit Spotify headquarters in Sweden and see ancient art in Greece, and embracing “hygge” as the temps get cooler. Both Nafisa and Cheryl share how they learned new things about themselves, reconciling what “minority” means in the US vs Europe, and finding community with other POC students at DIS. They emphasize how you are never alone, no matter where you are. Listen now to learn more about studying abroad in Copenhagen and having the time of your life while abroad!…
This week, the podcast completes its tour of the Syracuse Center programs with a conversation about Florence, Italy, with Ananya Sayekumar ’26 and Allie Bamford ’27. Sebastian, Delaney and the guests talk about having FOMO for life back on campus, leaning on your friends and host family, and the simple joy of walking around the cities of Italy with nowhere to go. Ananya dishes on brushing elbows with celebrities at a film festival, Allie shares the secret to finding the best gelato, and they both laugh about learning (and speaking!) Italian. Check out this episode for food recs, good laughs, and fails that bring us to both Pisa and Oktoberfest!…
This week, Sebastian finally gets to talk about one of his favorite cities in the world - London, England - with two other alums, Yuelin “Peter” Wang ’25 and Alex Shaffer ’25. The group goes deep, talking about the moments in the city and broader United Kingdom that left them in awe. Sebastian and Peter reconnect over football, Alex reflects on visiting Lockerbie, Scotland, and much more. Alex also offers important insights on managing mobility challenges while living in such a large city. Tune in to learn about their favorite experiences abroad and why you should study in London in the future!…
Beautiful beaches, ski resorts, glaciers and volcanoes - Chile has it all for adventurous spirits! Caylin Davids ’26 joins Delaney, a fellow Santiago alumna, and Sebastian to talk about her experiences studying abroad in the heart of South America. Caylin reminisces about traveling through Buenos Aires, Machu Picchu, Patagonia and beyond while taking classes in Spanish at a local university. Caylin and Delaney both agree that one of the best parts is how amazing their director and professor, Mauricio Paredes, was. This weeks’ “fails” include a fistfight that delays a bus and having to slowly reverse a rental car after a wrong turn!…
Doing an internship while studying abroad is one of the best and easiest ways to boost your resume! On this episode of the podcast, Emma Poper ’26 and Jordan Kramer ’26, share all about their internships in Poland and England. Between cracking jokes with Sebastian and Nico, this week’s guest host, they talk about how easy the process was, how it’s helped them get future opportunities, and the warm welcome they received from their supervisors. Plus, this weeks’ study abroad “fails” include sleep deprivation, unexpected fines and angry border patrol officers. Tune in to learn more about how and why you should add an internship to your study abroad experience!…
After living the dream (read: eating tons of pastries) in Strasbourg, France, Erika Steinhart ’26 and Ta'Nasia Coleman ’26, sit down with Sebastian and Delaney to reminisce. They shared their favorite classes, highlights from the group trip to Paris, and, most importantly, their favorite French eats. Ta'Nasia’s study abroad “fail” (unfortunately) includes stolen luggage, putting everyone else's fails to shame. Tune in to learn more about this quintessential European experience and get inspired for your semester studying abroad!…
Did you know Syracuse Abroad offers more than 50 World Partner programs? Shamila Santana ’25 studied abroad all the way in Seoul, South Korea, and on today’s episode joins Sebastian to talk about the World Partner experience. Shamila raves about the support of her program provider, CIEE, talks about challenges with the language, and dishes on her favorite Korean restaurants and stores. At the end of the show, guests and host share how they’ve all been personally victimized by international transportation. If you’ve dreamed of the world beyond Europe, this is the episode for you!…
Students have a multitude of study abroad options to choose from, including short-term faculty-led courses that travel all over the world. One of these unique opportunities is “Italian Football: Impact and Outcomes,” which travels through Rome, Milan, Florence and Bologna to study the analytics and management of elite Italian Serie A football (aka soccer!) teams. Jackie Dorchester, Program Coordinator, and Francesco Riverso, Program Manager, both in Sport Analytics in the Falk College of Human Dynamics, join Zachary Silverstein ’26, Sport Analytics major, to talk about the success of last year’s experience and how they are evolving for 2025. They talk with Sebastian about once-in-a-lifetime professional opportunities, opening international sport to their students, and, of course, amazing Italian food!…
Bella Corral ’25, who studied abroad at Syracuse Madrid in Fall 2024, joins Sebastian and Delaney to share her story and favorite experiences abroad. Some of the best parts of her time in Madrid included long talks with her host mom, learning the differences between Spanish in Spain and Mexico, and relaxing with friends in Retiro Park. Sebastian also shares his shopping recs in Madrid and Bella recommends some great churro spots. Stay tuned to the end for her study abroad “fail”!…
In our last episode of the semester, Lauren Salomon ’26 and Maureen Ferguson ’25 share their insights on everything students need to know before they get on the plane to their study abroad program. Host Sebastian Talib ’25 talks with them about how they picked their programs, what goals they set for each of their study abroad experiences (they’re both study abroad repeaters!) and resources for planning their experiences. Sebastian also finally shares his (very recent) travel fail!…
If you’ve ever wondered how to figure out if study abroad is affordable, you’re not alone. In this episode of Identity Abroad with Syracuse Abroad, Emmy Njue ’25 and Allie Fabrizi ’25 talked with host Sebastian Talib ’25 about how they managed their finances on their journeys. They shared their insights on scholarships and aid, including the Gilman Scholarship, and how they made their money last over a full semester in Madrid and Sydney. At the end, they tell stories of how they made it home in one piece during our study abroad “fails” segment!…
Welcome to the first official season of Identity Abroad with Syracuse Abroad! Sebastian Talib ’25, our new host, welcomes guests Talia St. Angelo ’25 and Anna Meehan ’26 to talk about the basics of studying abroad at Syracuse University. They share their stories of studying in Spain and Poland, why going in the fall is the best, and their study abroad “fails.” Delaney Van Wey, Campus Outreach Manager at Syracuse Abroad, also shares a brand-new announcement about applications.…
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