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Writing Your Way Through the Absurdity of Midlife with Ann Garvin

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The FxCK YOU 50s
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Jul 15, 2026
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Summary

"He wanted to date younger women." Ann's true story essay on the WTAF dating app experience is a MUST read. Bestselling author Ann Garvin joins us to dissect the messy, hilarious, and often daunting reality of midlife. From her own bold pivot from science writing to fiction, to the systemic barriers women face in publishing, Ann shares how she uses humor to navigate life’s "funny, sad, and scary" chapters. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation on reinvention, the importance of community, and why your voice matters more than ever after 50. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: ⁠Podcast Website⁠ ⁠IG @TheFxCKYOU50s⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ Connect with Ann Garvin here: Insta and X: @anngarvin_  Facebook: Ann Garvin  Find Ann’s books here The Date Story Tall Poppy Writers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices