https://simplecast.com Aging is a universal experience, if we’re lucky! Touching every person in unique ways, Not Ready for the Farm is an audio & video Podcast, deeply exploring the complexities, joys, challengesand opportunities in the journey of growing older. NRFTF serves as a thoughtful, engaging and empowering platform for exploring the process of aging—from early adulthood to the golden years—with a focus on living deliberately and meaningfully at every stage. 2026 Podgo LLC All Rights Reserved en Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:01:52 +0000 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:02:02 +0000 https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/96b53e67-fd3a-4fc8-8813-b800a33897a8/6790c3b7-c078-4431-bdad-ba4f7ff6a3ec/3000x3000/podcast_image.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com episodic Aging is a universal experience, if we’re lucky! Touching every person in unique ways, Not Ready for the Farm is an audio & video Podcast, deeply exploring the complexities, joys, challengesand opportunities in the journey of growing older. NRFTF serves as a thoughtful, engaging and empowering platform for exploring the process of aging—from early adulthood to the golden years—with a focus on living deliberately and meaningfully at every stage. Judy Miller false https://feeds.simplecast.com/tXMU7Dfn Judy Miller Booking@podgo.io 8010483c-b3c9-447a-add4-de747594e101 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:01:52 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-9-the-grief-train-lessons-in-grief-gratitude-love-ffmWdT_g Episode 9: The Grief Train: Lessons in Grief, Gratitude & Love Judy Miller 01:08:37 You never know when the Grief Train may stop at your station. When it does, author Marinda Freeman believes the answer isn't to avoid grief, but to honor it, learn from it, and eventually discover the gratitude and love that remain. In this heartfelt conversation, Marinda shares the story behind her book "The Grief Train" and the sudden loss of her husband that inspired it. Together, Judy, Jess, and Marinda explore grief, aging, friendship, remembrance, and the idea that all of life is an event worth acknowledging with intention, appreciation, and love. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🚂 Grief doesn't follow a timeline 🕯️ How rituals and personal altars can help healing 💭 The importance of feeling grief instead of avoiding it 👥 The role of community and human connection during loss 🌱 Why aging itself can sometimes create feelings of grief ✨ Learning to celebrate life while honoring loss Episode Links: Marinda Freeman Event Consulting: https://marindafreeman.com/ Get your copy of The Grief Train: https://www.amazon.com/Grief-Train-Healing-Journey-Renewal/dp/1684335361 Get your copy of Everything is an Event: https://bit.ly/4ednOLY Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ You never know when the Grief Train may stop at your station. When it does, author Marinda Freeman believes the answer isn't to avoid grief, but to honor it, learn from it, and eventually discover the gratitude and love that remain. In this heartfelt conversation, Marinda shares the story behind her book "The Grief Train" and the sudden loss of her husband that inspired it. Together, Judy, Jess, and Marinda explore grief, aging, friendship, remembrance, and the idea that all of life is an event worth acknowledging with intention, appreciation, and love. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🚂 Grief doesn't follow a timeline 🕯️ How rituals and personal altars can help healing 💭 The importance of feeling grief instead of avoiding it 👥 The role of community and human connection during loss 🌱 Why aging itself can sometimes create feelings of grief ✨ Learning to celebrate life while honoring loss Episode Links: Marinda Freeman Event Consulting: https://marindafreeman.com/ Get your copy of The Grief Train: https://www.amazon.com/Grief-Train-Healing-Journey-Renewal/dp/1684335361 Get your copy of Everything is an Event: https://bit.ly/4ednOLY Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ false full 11 94bca612-a86d-4b5d-bc30-c3178bb783b0 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 18:57:52 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-8-no-time-to-sit-down-get-on-out-there-kMl7nrKE Episode 8: No Time To Sit Down… Get On Out There! Judy Miller 01:12:03 What if one of the biggest secrets to aging well isn't found in a supplement, exercise program, or medical breakthrough? What if it's simply… staying engaged? In this episode, Judy introduces two groups of remarkable people who are proving that growing older doesn't mean slowing down. First, you'll meet members of the Orange County Lockdown Band, musicians who found friendship, purpose, and creative expression through music. Then you'll hear from participants in the Chatham County Senior Games, where competition, community, and personal growth continue well beyond retirement age. Their stories offer a powerful reminder that meaningful connections, lifelong learning, and a willingness to try new things can make the years ahead some of the most rewarding of our lives. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🎸 Music & Purpose: Finding community through creativity 🎤 Orange County Lockdown Band: Passion that spans generations 🤝 Cross-Generational Friendships: Learning from one another 🏅 Senior Games: Competition, connection, and confidence 🌱 Staying Engaged: Refusing to sit on the sidelines ❤️ Meaningful Aging: Building a life filled with purpose Episode Links: Orange County Lockdown Band: https://orangecountylockdown.com/ Chatham County Senior Games: https://www.ncseniorgames.org/chatham Pittsboro Center for Active Living: https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/venue/pittsboro-center-for-active-living/ Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ What if one of the biggest secrets to aging well isn't found in a supplement, exercise program, or medical breakthrough? What if it's simply… staying engaged? In this episode, Judy introduces two groups of remarkable people who are proving that growing older doesn't mean slowing down. First, you'll meet members of the Orange County Lockdown Band, musicians who found friendship, purpose, and creative expression through music. Then you'll hear from participants in the Chatham County Senior Games, where competition, community, and personal growth continue well beyond retirement age. Their stories offer a powerful reminder that meaningful connections, lifelong learning, and a willingness to try new things can make the years ahead some of the most rewarding of our lives. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🎸 Music & Purpose: Finding community through creativity 🎤 Orange County Lockdown Band: Passion that spans generations 🤝 Cross-Generational Friendships: Learning from one another 🏅 Senior Games: Competition, connection, and confidence 🌱 Staying Engaged: Refusing to sit on the sidelines ❤️ Meaningful Aging: Building a life filled with purpose Episode Links: Orange County Lockdown Band: https://orangecountylockdown.com/ Chatham County Senior Games: https://www.ncseniorgames.org/chatham Pittsboro Center for Active Living: https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/venue/pittsboro-center-for-active-living/ Where To Find Us: Website: https://www.notreadyforthefarm.com/ Follow on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notreadyforthefarm Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/4vnIasT Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notreadyforthefarm_ false full 10 bd360dfd-4d56-4726-8caa-06cb6973ec05 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:07:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/aging-at-home-hope-is-on-the-way-qsKH85Um AGING AT HOME: HOPE IS ON THE WAY Judy Miller 00:42:19 false full 9 f8e7b8c9-a48a-421a-bbd7-82a282a12fce Fri, 8 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/aging-out-of-fcks-0vF0foJo AGING OUT OF F*CKS Judy Miller 00:33:34 false full 8 250edb63-4d93-4039-a1ef-aa7cae527cb8 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/where-are-you-gonna-live-7xVeAAWb WHERE ARE YOU GONNA LIVE? Judy Miller 00:31:50 false full 6 c21fb287-0abd-4771-a209-a6f1f5e835ee Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/alls-well-that-endswell-pBqX2PU7 ALL'S WELL THAT ENDSWELL Judy Miller 00:38:32 false full 5 5907f2d1-8fab-44cb-a551-e14f9a800c18 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/dementia-the-help-you-wish-you-had-sooner-qXycFafB DEMENTIA: THE HELP YOU WISH YOU HAD SOONER Judy Miller 00:34:28 false full 4 5134fce4-435d-4ca7-a7e2-17b3f4fc7cd4 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-2-stop-elder-scams-with-aarps-amy-nofziger-06v9VIid STOP ELDER SCAMS WITH AARP'S AMY NOFZIGER Judy Miller 00:39:16 Scammers are getting smarter and increasingly targeting older adults — but you can stay one step ahead. In this episode, we sit down with Amy Nofziger from the AARP Fraud Watch Network, who brings 20+ years of experience helping victims and tracking emerging scams. She breaks down the most common schemes hitting seniors today, how criminals use emotional manipulation (and even AI-generated voices!), and how you can spot a scam before it happens. You’ll also learn exactly what to do if you or a loved one falls victim, plus the free resources available to help protect your family. This is an essential conversation to share with anyone at risk. Scammers are getting smarter and increasingly targeting older adults — but you can stay one step ahead. In this episode, we sit down with Amy Nofziger from the AARP Fraud Watch Network, who brings 20+ years of experience helping victims and tracking emerging scams. She breaks down the most common schemes hitting seniors today, how criminals use emotional manipulation (and even AI-generated voices!), and how you can spot a scam before it happens. You’ll also learn exactly what to do if you or a loved one falls victim, plus the free resources available to help protect your family. This is an essential conversation to share with anyone at risk. false full 3 4e98bc97-0f31-43b3-b69e-328582ae28e9 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-1-deathbed-insights-to-transform-your-life-_tsGJ53J EPISODE 1: DEATHBED INSIGHTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE Judy Miller 00:36:28 Our guest this week is palliative care physician Dr. Kathy Zhang — a woman who has witnessed more “departures” than LaGuardia. After Covid burnout and years of hearing countless deathbed regrets, she now advises others on how to live life to the fullest, including three questions you must ask yourself before you kick the bucket. THE FARM CAN WAIT Not Ready for the Farm navigates our universal journey of aging — consciously, realistically, and with a great attitude. Through candid conversations with professionals, authors, and everyday people, Judy Miller and her sidekick, Jess Anderson, with humor and compassion, deep dive into the issues we confront as we grow older. No holds barred as we explore money, relationships, living life to the fullest, family dynamics, finding our purpose, third acts, retirement, health and health care, longevity, activities, travel, community, loneliness, quality of life and dying. Often painfully honest. Empowering and inspirational. With laughter and tears. How do we make every moment count? What’s your journey? What’s your plan? JUDY MILLER HOST, WRITER, PRODUCER, CREATOR Judy has had many lives, Lawyer, Entertainment Producer, Real Estate Developer, College Instructor, Inventor, Strategic Business Consultant, Corporate CEO, and now Podcast Host. She's curious, irreverent and incapable of slowing down. When her doctor at Duke said, "Judy, I'll be with you til the end" — a startled Judy said, “What end? What do you know that I don’t? There’s no end!” That jarring little moment was an awakening. She hadn't ever thought about retirement, where she'd live if she couldn't live alone, or dying — none of it… and that she was actually now a senior! That wake-up call became the inspiration for Not Ready for the Farm — a Podcast to intimately share insights, as we learn together navigating Judy's personal journey of aging...a journey we're all on. Our guest this week is palliative care physician Dr. Kathy Zhang — a woman who has witnessed more “departures” than LaGuardia. After Covid burnout and years of hearing countless deathbed regrets, she now advises others on how to live life to the fullest, including three questions you must ask yourself before you kick the bucket. THE FARM CAN WAIT Not Ready for the Farm navigates our universal journey of aging — consciously, realistically, and with a great attitude. Through candid conversations with professionals, authors, and everyday people, Judy Miller and her sidekick, Jess Anderson, with humor and compassion, deep dive into the issues we confront as we grow older. No holds barred as we explore money, relationships, living life to the fullest, family dynamics, finding our purpose, third acts, retirement, health and health care, longevity, activities, travel, community, loneliness, quality of life and dying. Often painfully honest. Empowering and inspirational. With laughter and tears. How do we make every moment count? What’s your journey? What’s your plan? JUDY MILLER HOST, WRITER, PRODUCER, CREATOR Judy has had many lives, Lawyer, Entertainment Producer, Real Estate Developer, College Instructor, Inventor, Strategic Business Consultant, Corporate CEO, and now Podcast Host. She's curious, irreverent and incapable of slowing down. When her doctor at Duke said, "Judy, I'll be with you til the end" — a startled Judy said, “What end? What do you know that I don’t? There’s no end!” That jarring little moment was an awakening. She hadn't ever thought about retirement, where she'd live if she couldn't live alone, or dying — none of it… and that she was actually now a senior! That wake-up call became the inspiration for Not Ready for the Farm — a Podcast to intimately share insights, as we learn together navigating Judy's personal journey of aging...a journey we're all on. false full 2 f9df043b-95d7-480c-a391-d0190337c5fb Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Booking@podgo.io (Judy Miller) https://not-ready-for-the-farm.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-to-not-ready-for-the-farm-1A9JTAWo Welcome to Not Ready For The Farm! Judy Miller 00:00:18 false full 1