Older & Wilder

Older & Wilder


Maryland Celebrations

June 19, 2025

In this episode of 'Older and Wilder with Joy and Claire,' the hosts discuss their exciting travel experiences, including an upcoming sold-out trip to Peru and memorable past trips to Ireland, Costa Rica, and Iceland. They also delve into the personal and emotional journey of Joy's brother, a military officer, who has transitioned out of his flight command role. The conversation touches on the reality of military life, the sacrifices made by service members, and the perspectives gained from these experiences. Additionally, the hosts recount personal anecdotes about family gatherings and surprising moments of political awareness. The episode ends with a reminder for listeners to join the waitlist for the Peru trip.


00:17 Excitement About the Peru Trip

00:55 Memories from Past Trips

05:11 Travel Fears and Overcoming Them

08:41 Military Life and Family

19:12 Brother's Military Ceremony

24:52 Family Time and Mom's Recovery

25:32 Graduation and Career Moves

27:20 Military Life and Sacrifices

27:55 Travel Challenges and Social Gatherings

29:58 Father's Day and Ice Cream

32:30 First Class Allergy Scare

44:36 Political Encounters and Car Choices

49:10 Boat Ride with a Twist

50:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell