Magnificent Midlife

Shelle Luscombe is an entertainer, a singer, a presenter, a voiceover artist. She turned 50 in 2021 and she set out to have 50 memorable experiences. She also wanted to raise money for a cause very close to her heart, having two copies of the Alzheimer's risk gene and having lost both parents to dementia. Three years on, she's raised over £12,000 pounds.  She's been on daytime TV and came close to winning a national award for her creative fundraising efforts. She's determined to live life to the full and continue campaigning for a cure for dementia. We talk about: - The inspiration behind the 50 challenges - Shelle’s TV appearance and the power of PR - Wacky challenges: unicycles, stand-up comedy, hair cutting and more - The tragedy of dementia and personal risk - Shelle’s musical journey and album release - Living life to the fullest and Shelle’s determination - The challenges of dementia care - Seeking a new future and navigating midlife challenges - Good days and bad days - Supporting others through s