Naomi Lisner knows only too well, the hidden costs, emotional fallout, and personal challenges faced as a woman dealing with ageism and a grey divorce. And when the two intersect, the way forward is not easy.

Having fronted up to casting directors as an actor and being rejected more times than being offered the role, it doesn’t prepare you for the confidence hit when trying to get a job in your 50’s, following a divorce. Your superannuation is non-existent, on paper your career history is scrappy and your financial security is on a knifes-edge.

Who would have thought any of this would describe this generous, warm-natured go-getter. Over the last 7-8 years, Naomi has found her true talents as a writer. She has accrued over 100 award nominations, including a number of wins at international film festivals, including: 2019 Winner at the Cannes Screenplay Contest, 2020 Winner Austin Revolution Film Festival, Award Winner Toronto International Women Film Festival and most recently the only Australian Finalist at the 2024 Catalina International Film Festival.

Naomi shares a raw, candid account of her life on this episode of the Power Of Women podcast. Listen to this inspiring story. Naomi will make you laugh, cry and ultimately rejoice in her success. That, is the power of women.

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KEY TOPICS:

00:00 – Introduction

00:45 – Today’s Guest

02:37 – Is Etiquette Lost?

04:25 – Acting In The ‘70’s + ‘80’s

07:49 – How Difficult Is It For a Woman Over 50 To Divorce?

10:28 – Friendships Are Tested After A Divorce

11:07 – Financial Survival For Female Divorcees In Their 50’s

12:26 – Baring All To Pay The Bills

15:08 – Visibility To Household Finances

18:36 – Are There Acting Roles For Mature Age Women?

26:12 – Naomi Lisner – The Writer

27:51 – Trailblazer - Winning International Film Awards

32:15 – More Emboldened Since Her Divorce

WHO IS NAOMI LISNER?

Naomi Lisner a platinum MEAA member and having served on the board of WIFT Vic (Women in Films and TV), Lisner is known for advocating for change. She works as an actor, writer and more recently as an artist.

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Website: https://naomilisner.com/

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Sound Design: Daryl Missen https://vinilo.com.au/

Filming: Chocolate Studios https://www.chocolatestudios.com.au/

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