Welcome to Empty Nester Life: The Podcast – Episode 1

05/03/2025 | Empty Nester Life |

Welcome to the very first episode of Empty Nester Life: The Podcast! We’re Jacki and Mark—married since 2013, parents to two daughters, one adopted daughter, two goddaughters, and one incredibly spoiled Portuguese Water Dog named Zoe.

We’re navigating the unpredictable, exciting, and sometimes emotional world of empty nest life—and we’re inviting you to join us on the journey.

In this kickoff episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on our own story. We talk about:

  • Why we started this podcast
  • What you can expect in future episodes
  • Some of the real-life topics we’ll be diving into—from health and aging parents to downsizing, loss, loneliness, rediscovering dreams, and everything in between

We believe this season of life—though often overlooked—is full of opportunities for growth, connection, and adventure. But it doesn’t come without challenges.

Whether you’re already an empty nester or just beginning to see it on the horizon, you’re not alone. We’re building a community where we can figure it all out together—with honesty, laughter, and maybe a few tears along the way.

Thanks for listening—and welcome to Empty Nester Life.

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Thanks for tuning into our very first episode! We’re so glad you’re on this journey with us.

— Mark & Jacki