A Sparkling Vintage Life

Episode 25: Boxing Day

Join Jennifer as she talks about “olden days” Boxing Day and muses about New Years resolutions. If you prefer to read rather than listen, scroll down to find a transcript of this episode. Show notes: Rock’Em, Soc ‘Em Robots are still around! Go figure....

Episode 24: A Sparkling Short Story: The Christmas Robe

As a special gift to listeners, Jennifer Leo reads aloud her acclaimed short story “The Christmas Robe.” Grab a warm beverage and your favorite blanket and prepare to be charmed by this bit of vintage Christmas cheer. If you prefer to read rather than...

Episode 23: 9 Ways to Ease the Holiday Blues

Jennifer speaks from the heart to those spending the holidays alone, or experiencing the “holiday blues” for whatever reason. If you’re feeling alone–well, you’re not alone in feeling that way! Here are some practical ways to keep the...

Episode 22: Sparkling Vintage Football!

It’s football season! Listen in as Jennifer discusses vintage football etiquette for the fans in the stands, what the well-dressed football fan wore in 1943, and more. If you prefer to read rather than listen, scroll down to find a transcript of this episode....

Episode 21: 7 Reasons I Love Downton Abbey

To celebrate the release of the Downton Abbey movie, Jennifer shares the top 7 reasons she loves Downton Abbey. If you would prefer to read rather than listen, scroll down for a transcript of the episode. Show notes: The Highlanders preorder: Kindle edition The...

Here Come the Coeds! College Women of Yesteryear

As we celebrate back-to-school time, join Jennifer Leo as she looks back at the life and times of college women in decades past, including Literary Snippets from Lucy Maud Montgomery and more. If you prefer to read rather than listen, scroll down to find a transcript...