Hi, I’m Victoria – 53, Flawed, Fabulous & Full of Chat

I’m 53 years old, which basically means I’ve lived, loved, lost the plot a few times, and come out swinging—with a glass of Juice in one hand and hair dye in the other.

I’ve travelled,  lived abroad, and been married twice—the first was a very brief moment of madness 31 years ago. (Don’t ask. But do.) That whirlwind gave me two stunning daughters and a lifetime supply of eye rolls.

Then I met my soulmate a year later from my devorce—Stu. One gorgeous son, a few grey hairs, and 27 years later, we’re still madly in love (and mildly irritated by each other). We’ve been through thick and thin, and somehow still fancy each other… most days.

Now I’ve started The Later Bloomer Podcast, because talking is basically my superpower. I chat with other over-50s who’ve also lived a little (and maybe drank a little too). We talk about midlife magic, meltdowns, menopause, mishaps, and the mad idea that life is supposed to slow down after 50. Spoiler: It doesn’t. And we’re glad.

So—what’s it like for you in your 50s? I want to know everything.
Yes, everything. Even the bits your kids hope you won’t say out loud.

And yes… I will ask about your love life. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.