The Later Bloomer

"Living the Lie: Double Life, Heartbreak & Finding the Strength to Start Over"

In this powerful launch episode of The Later Bloomer, I reveal the heart-wrenching truth behind my first marriage — a whirlwind romance that turned into a nightmare. My ex-husband was living a double life, and when the truth came to light, everything I thought I knew about love and trust came crashing down.
But this episode isn’t just about betrayal — it’s about the strength to rise from the ashes. I’ll share how, after everything fell apart, I found the courage to start over, rebuild my life, and rediscover who I truly am.
This story is for anyone who’s ever faced heartbreak, had their trust shattered, or wondered how they could possibly rebuild when everything seems lost. The road isn’t easy, but there’s always a way forward.
🎧 Tune in, be inspired, and remember: no matter where you are in life, it’s never too late to start again.
Keep strong, keep going, keep blooming.

"Family, Business, and the Courage to Walk Away"

In this powerful first episode of The Later Bloomer, I open up about a chapter that shaped everything — joining my brother’s estate agency, helping build it from the ground up, only to discover a painful betrayal behind the scenes.
When the truth came out, I walked away — broke, heartbroken, and disillusioned. But that moment taught me my worth. It gave me boundaries, courage, and the strength to start again.
With my husband and children, we moved to a seaside town and began a new life — one built on love, honesty, and hope.
This is just the beginning of the stories I’ll share — and I want to hear yours too. If you’ve ever rebuilt after loss, faced family challenges, or found strength when you least expected it, this episode is for you.
🎧 Tune in, feel inspired — and remember:Keep strong, keep going, keep blooming.

"Starting Over at 50+: Your Greatest Superpower"

In this episode, I share 5 powerful reasons why starting over at 50+ is a true superpower—plus a few heartfelt Later Bloomer tips to help you take your next brave step.

“Life Begins at 50: Laugh Lines, Love, and Late-Night Snacks”

Think turning 50 means slowing down? Think again!
In this episode, I dive into the unexpected perks of hitting the big 5-0. From fashion freedom and rediscovering hobbies to the joys of saying "no" without guilt, it's all about embracing this fabulous chapter with laughter and love.
Join me for a light-hearted chat that proves life after 50 is just the beginning of the best years yet.

"The Comeback Curve: My Gastric Sleeve Journey & Life After Setbacks"

In this episode, I share the raw and real story of my gastric sleeve surgery — from the emotional rollercoaster that led me there to losing 11 stone, facing grief, and bouncing back after setbacks. If you’ve ever struggled with weight, mental health, or starting over, this one’s for you.

"Menopause: Vaginal Dryness & Other Fun Surprises"

Welcome to The Later Bloomer, where nothing’s off-limits – especially when it comes to menopause. In this episode, I’m talking all things hot flushes, rogue chin hairs, leaking when you laugh, and yes… vaginal dryness (I said it, and I meant it).
From surviving periods, pregnancies, and sleepless nights with babies – now we get mood swings and a sudden obsession with room temperature. Cheers, hormones!
Join me, Victoria, for a no-filter, laugh-out-loud, and totally relatable chat about the joys of midlife changes. HRT, honesty, and humour – it's all here.
Grab your fan, your dignity (if you can find it), and let’s get real about the M-word.

“This Isn’t a Midlife Crisis—It’s a Midlife Glow-Up 50'+”

Forget the red sports car and questionable tattoos—this isn’t a meltdown, it’s a makeover! In this episode of The Later Bloomer, we’re throwing confetti at our confidence, embracing laugh lines like they’re life trophies, and proving that over 50 isn’t the beginning of the end—it’s the beginning of “Hell YES.”
From hot flashes to hotter dreams, we’re swapping crisis for comeback, Botox for boldness, and saying goodbye to anyone who tells us to “act our age.” (Spoiler: We don’t. And we won’t.)
So buckle up, buttercup. It’s glow-up season, and midlife never looked so fierce.