Radical Transitions: The Courage to Reinvent Yourself

Sometimes the life that once fit perfectly starts to feel a little tight. That’s not a sign to settle – it’s a signal to grow.

Join host Kari Cardinale for a raw, real conversation with skateboarding legend and award-winning filmmaker Stacy Peralta. From revolutionizing the sport in the ’70s to walking away at his peak (only to reinvent himself again and again), Stacy knows a thing or two about bold moves and second acts.

We’ll dig into:

  • The Art of Letting Go – what it really takes to leave a good thing behind
  • The Kook Phase – that messy, magical beginner stage that leads to breakthrough
  • The Power of Productive Discomfort – the moments that matter most usually start where your comfort zone ends.

Whether you’re eyeing a new path, craving more meaning, or just ready to shake things up a bit  – you’ll leave this live chat feeling inspired, energized, and maybe even a little rebellious.


April 24, 2025 1:00 PM PT 04:00 PM ET

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American filmmaker, businessman, and former professional skateboarder
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Award-winning author and attorney Karen Walrond – featured guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show – joins us to expose the billion-dollar lie that’s made an entire generation fear their own future.

After helping thousands find purpose as “lightmakers,” Karen discovered something shocking: our culture’s anti-aging obsession isn’t just misguided – it’s manufactured by industries that profit from our fear.

The science reveals what cultures throughout history have always known: happiness actually increases in midlife. Yet we’ve been programmed to dread each birthday instead of celebrating the wisdom, freedom, and power that accumulates with age.

In this provocative live session, Karen talks with MEA’s Kari Cardinale about how to dismantle decades of conditioning and reclaim aging as the life-enriching adventure it was meant to be. Discover what your own “radiant rebellion” looks like.

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September 3, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

Join us for a candid exploration of one of parenting’s most profound shifts, when the daily work of raising your children transforms overnight.

Hosted by MEA’s Kari Cardinale, this dynamic panel features four parents from our MEA family navigating this transition in real time, offering unfiltered insights from their own empty nest journeys.

We’ll unpack why today’s empty nesting bears little resemblance to previous generations – it’s messy, non-linear, and reshapes everything from your identity to your marriage.

In this engaging conversation, we’ll explore:

  • Pivotal moments that signal this new chapter has begun
  • Mastering the revolving door of young adults who launch, land, and launch again
  • Reclaiming your sense of self when your central role suddenly shifts
  • Designing your reinvention rather than just surviving the change
  • Battle-tested strategies from parents who are walking this path

This is authentic wisdom from the front lines of a transition that touches millions, yet leaves most of us feeling completely alone.

CoGeneration: Thriving in an Age-Integrated World

September 9, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

What if your most powerful years aren’t behind you but just beginning?

In this timely and energizing conversation, How to Live Forever author and CoGenerate founder Marc Freedman joins MEA’s Kari Cardinale to explore a bold new vision of aging, one where generations don’t just coexist… they collaborate.

Marc reveals how modern life has quietly siloed us by age and why breaking out of those bubbles can unlock deeper purpose, unexpected creativity, and a renewed sense of belonging.

Together, they dive into practical, inspiring ways to build a life that bridges generations, with wisdom flowing both ways.

Because your experience doesn’t just matter, it might be exactly what the world needs right now.

Vital After 50: Master Your Metabolic Reset

November 20, 2025 12:00 PM PT 03:00 PM ET

Join us for an intimate talk with wellness pioneers Jeff Krasno and Schuyler Grant, the duo behind Wanderlust festivals and Commune, an online learning platform offering courses and conversations with leading voices in health, personal growth, and social impact, as we explore evidence-based approaches to metabolic health, movement, and vitality in midlife and beyond.

Hosted by MEA’s Derek Gehl, this live conversation offers a unique opportunity to learn from this power couple whose practical methods have helped thousands reclaim their energy and transform their relationship with aging.

You’ll learn practical, science-backed ways to build sustainable wellness habits, boost resilience with thermal therapy and breathwork, improve sleep and energy, and create movement that fuels rather than drains you.

This is your opportunity to create a wellness blueprint that grows with you over time