About
Weâre almost there!; Is The Era of the Karen almost over?!?; Premenopausal osteoporosis; Next topic for the week
-
Special Edition: âQuiet-Quittingâ, Bitterness And The Future of Work
My thoughts on how post-traumatic work trauma and bitterness can affect oneâs future job prospects, whatâs really behind the âquiet-quitting â saga, social mediaâs role in current employee behaviors, and some common-sense tips on how to navigate the current work climate.
-
S2 E3: Journey Update 2
Catching up with podcast audience
-
S2 E2: Journey Update
A short run down on where I am in my journey so far. Will be talking about symptoms, treatments and mental health
-
Special Edition: New Yearâs Restoration
This year, letâs do whatâs necessary to heal from hurts, pain, anger, bitterness, disappointments and all trauma so that we can be free to properly love the people in our lives.
-
Special Edition: Thanksgiving đŠ
A Thanksgiving Testimony; Soup Karen has been charged with assault; The ICU nurse that was incorrectly identified as the Soup Karen speaks out; A personal perspective on the DaniLeigh and DaBaby situation
-
A Tale of Two Karens *WARNING * RANT POST đĄ
2 “Karens” caught out of pocket this week, and my feelings on women of a certain age acting inappropriately in 2021
-
S1 E33: Perimenopausal Acne
Perimenopausal Acne; 10 Must-Haves for Perimenopausal/Menopausal Women; Link to vehicles with ventilated seats: https://www.cars.com/amp/articles/which-cars-have-cooled-seats-438946/
-
S1 E32: Premenopausal Osteoporosis đ«
Weâre almost there!; Is The Era of the Karen almost over?!?; Premenopausal osteoporosis; Next topic for the week
-
S1 E31: Panic Disorder đ±
Panic Disorder and Perimenopause; Gisele BĂŒndchen and her battle with panic attacks; next weekâs topic
-
S1 E30: Perimenopausal Depression đ
Perimenopausal Depression article from Healthline.com; Next Week’s Topic
-
S1 E29: Irregular Heartbeat and Heart Palpitations
Heart Palpitations in Menopause; Donnelly announces establishment of Ireland’s first center for Menopause; Next Week’s Topic
-
S1 E28: Allergies đđŸ
A little irritable due to lack of sleep; excitement about my iPhone 13 pre-order; being mindful of the times that we’re living in; Allergies and Menopause/Perimenopause; Next Week’s Topic
-
S1 E27: A Potential Karen Episode Thwarted
I talk about steps I took to curb what could have been a potential “Karen” episode for me.
-
S1 E26: Irritability – Part 2
Part 2 focuses more on the importance of self-awareness and the need to be hyper vigilant about out mental, emotional and spiritual health.
-
S1 E25: Irritability – Part 1
Part 1 deals with the effects of perimenopausal and menopausal Irritability in families, relationships and the workplace
-
S1 E24: Dry, Itchy Skin đ”
Perimenopause, menopause and dry, itchy skin; Sonya and Dell Curry divorcing after 33 years of marriage âčïž; Do whatâs best for YOU and YOUR family!
-
S1 E23: Stress Incontinence đł
“Menopause and Urinary Incontinence” Source: Healthline.org; last medically reviewed on March 14, 2016.
-
S1 E22: Dry and Itchy Skin, Tight Muscles đ©
2 more menopausal symptoms? đł; I NEED my favorite breakfast shakes! âčïž; Dry and itchy skin; Muscle tension; Next weekâs podcast topic
-
S1 E21: Memory Lapses and Brittle Nails đ
Update on Mirena Coil; Memory Lapses; Brittle Nails
-
S1 E20: Menopausal Hair Loss
Menopausal hair loss; 46 year-old Oksana Chusovitina participated in her eighth and final Olympics as a gymnast; Bob Odenkirk, 58, passed out on a set in New Mexico due to a âheart-relatedâ incident
-
S1 E19: Perimenopausal/Menopausal Fatigue đ
Leslie Jones is TIRED!; Menopausal Fatigue; The importance of sexuality in menopausal women
-
S1 E18: Difficulties In Concentration, Dizziness đ
Difficulties in concentration; Dizziness; Menopause Myths Debunked; Sources; Next Week’s Topics
-
S1 E17: Tingling Sensation in the Extremities, Sleeping Difficulties đ”âđ«
Tingling sensation in the extremities; sleeping difficulties; Ageism in the workplace and its effect on the economy; Todayâs disturbing trend among younger people (and those of a certain age) towards marriage and committed relationships; Sources; Next Weekâs Symptom(s)
-
S1 E16: Anxiety đ
Anxiety; A personal account of my struggle with it; Two accounts of middle-aged women losing their cool out in the community; My thoughts on Jada Pinkett Smith and her increasingly inappropriate behavior towards husband Will Smith
-
S1 E15: Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues đ
Personal update; Menopause In The Workplace (@Quicktake from Twitter), Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues, Social Media Recommendation for the Week, Sources, Next Wednesday’s Topic
-
S1 E14: Electric Shock, Burning Mouth Syndrome, Mariah Carey Leaves Her Label, Mirena Coil Update
Electric shocks and burning mouth syndrome are normal menopausal symptoms. Mariah Carey makes a career change. Did she or did she not burn bridges in the process? And an update on my love/hate relationship with Mirena
-
A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: Headaches and Joint Pain đ©
Headaches, joint pain and pain in general đ
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Changes In Libido – This oneâs INTENSE! đ
Iâm discussing how the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause can negatively impact sexual intimacy with our partners; how acknowledging the issue doesnât absolve our obligation to meet the sexual needs of our spouses; and I also discuss ways we can enlist the assistance of our spouses to help us help them in meeting their […]
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Sore Breasts â(.)(.)â and Weight Gain đ
Sore breasts, perimenopausal weight gain, Social Media Recommendation For The Week
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Bloating đ€ą
Bloating, Rant (April Jobs Report, response from government and social media, and my feelings on it), Social Media Recommendation for the week
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 3 – Melinda Gates Called It Quits?!? đź
The dissolution of a marriage due to menopause from a manâs point of view; discussing Bill and Melinda Gatesâ divorce; Social Media Recommendation for the Week
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings Part 2 – Effects On Relationships
Today weâre discussing how Perimenopausal Rage and Menopausal Anger can negatively impact relationships, and how we can work to turn those situations around for the better.
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Mood Swings – Part 1 đ€Ź
Hormonal imbalances really can cause uncontrollable anger and fits of rage in the perminopausal/menopausal woman. But we don’t have to let it ruin our lives. Part 1 discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment for perimenopausal rage and menopausal anger.
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Night Sweats đ„”
Night Sweats; Social Media Recommendation For The Week; DMX (RIP)
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Vaginal Dryness đł
Vaginal Dryness; Sarah Palin – but not in the way YOU think!; Paul Pierce; Social Media Recommendation For The Week
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Hot Flashes đ„”
Definition. Causes, Treatments, Social Media Recommendation For The Week. Sources: Mpoweredwomen.net and MayoClinic.Org
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey – Irregular Periods
Defining Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding after Menopause, Discussing Treatment Options, Personal Care and sharing my Social Media Recommendation for The Week
-
A Middle Aged Woman's Menopausal Journey: The 34 Symptoms of Menopause
Topics:Â Black Women’s Health Problems During Menopause – Article; The 34 Symptoms Of Menopause;Â Entertainment Topic of Conversation: Stacy Dash At The CrossroadsÂ
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey: Introduction and Disclaimers
Introduction, Disclaimers, Reason for Podcast, Content and Tone, Appreciation for all new listeners!!!
-
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey (Trailer)
-
The Perimenopause Masterclass: Anxiety, Brain Fog, Broken Sleep, Weight Gain & GLP-1s
In this episode of âunPAUSED,â Dr. Mary Claire Haver answers the questions she gets asked most, sitting down solo to address what perimenopause actually is, why it starts in the brain before it ever shows up in bloodwork, and why so many women experiencing anxiety, brain fog, broken sleep, and unexplained weight gain are dismissed, […]
-
Ep. 212 – An Ovarian Cancer Journey of Self Advocacy with NP Tammy O'Rourke
In this profoundly moving and eye-opening episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back Dr. Tammy O’Rourke, a Nurse Practitioner with a PhD and a leading voice in hormone health. While their last conversation focused on advocating for patients, this time, Dr. O’Rourke shares a harrowing personal health journey that began with symptoms easily dismissed as menopausalâbloating, […]
-
How Light Is Affecting Your Sleep, Stress & Long-Term Health with Dr Martin Moore-Ede
In this weekâs episode of Take a Breath, Iâm joined by Dr Martin Moore-Ede â one of the worldâs leading experts in circadian science and the health impacts of light. After more than 40 years of research, his work reveals something most of us never even think about⊠how the light weâre exposed to every […]
-
53 â Rosie Viva on bipolar disorder, hormones and mental health
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by model and author Rosie Viva, who speaks openly about her experience of living with bipolar disorder, something she also explores in her book, Completely Normal and Totally Fine. Rosie shares her journey to diagnosis in her early twenties, the challenges of being misunderstood, and the reality […]
-
Ready to Start Dating Again? This Is the Advice I Wish I Had
If youâve been through a heartbreak, a divorce, or a relationship that just quietly fell apart and youâre trying to figure out what comes next, this episode is for you. In this candid solo Q&A, Tamsen answers the dating questions women in midlife are actually asking but rarely say out loud. Whether youâre freshly out […]
-
Eps 401: What to Do When Progress Isnât Showing
Why does your progress suddenly go backwards in midlife⊠even when youâre doing everything right? If youâve ever felt like things were finally working; your sleep, your energy, your routines and then suddenly it all slides backwards, youâre not alone. Iâm unpacking why setbacks happen in this phase of life, especially during perimenopause, and why […]
-
The Gut Health Episode: Harvard Doctor Reveals Whatâs Normal (and Whatâs Not)
If youâve ever wondered whether your bloating is normal, what your poop is supposed to look like, or why your stomach seems to have a mind of its own⊠you are definitely not the only one. This conversation is hilarious, science-backed, and packed with the answers to questions we all have but rarely ask. By […]
-
Carol Vorderman: My âfaceliftâ became folklore! Can women have beauty and brains?
Itâs an age-old question: can women have both brains and beauty? (Spoiler: obviously yes!) Broadcaster Carol Vorderman says the more people comment on her body… the more thigh high boots and tight skirts sheâll wear! In this chat with Fearne, Carol charts her early life, from her family running away with the circus, to living […]
-
Can LED face masks smooth wrinkles (and which colours are best)?
Have you ever wondered how LED face masks actually work to rejuvenate your skin? Liz shares her thoughts on light therapy and explains how to match your colour to your skin concern. Plus: why smear tests can be more painful after menopause, the difference between sachet and pill vitamins and how Liz organises her wellbeing routine. In this episode: âą Why smear tests can be more painful after menopause (and […]
-
Is My HRT Actually Working? 5 Signs You're On The Wrong Dose â With Dr Naomi Potter
How do you know if your HRT dose is right? In this weekâs episode, Dr Naomi Potter explains how to tell whether your HRT is actually working – and why finding the right dose is rarely as simple as 'more or less'. Naomi breaks down the biggest signs that your Hormone Replacement Therapy may need […]
-
Cooked weight vs raw weight: How I log my protein
If youâre tracking your food but unsure whether to log your protein cooked or raw, this episode is for you. This is a quick, practical breakdown of how I log protein and why it matters, especially if youâre working toward fat loss in menopause. When protein cooks, it loses water and typically shrinks by about […]
-
Is alcohol doing more damage in midlife than you realise? â with Prof David Nutt
Most of us know alcohol isnât ideal for our health. But the specific ways it affects the brain, gut, hormones and our sleep, and why those effects become more pronounced as we age, are less well understood. Leading psychiatrist and neuropsychopharmacologist Prof David Nutt joins Liz to explain exactly what happens in the body from the […]
-
How to Find the Meaning of Your Life (From Harvard's #1 Happiness Expert)
Arthur C. Brooks is a happiness expert, Harvard University professor, and best-selling author. You live a good life, but you still feel unhappy. You put yourself out there, but every relationship seems to fail. You have your dream job, but something feels off. What is going on? In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Arthur […]
-
Eps 400: Why Your Midlife Symptoms Arenât Just Hormones with Crystal Andrus Morisette
No one tells you that the real shift in midlife isnât just physical⊠It’s personal. In this conversation, weâre unpacking something that doesnât get talked about enough, how so many of us have been taught to override our needs, push through, and take care of everyone else⊠until our body finally says âI canât keep […]
-
Bonus: When hormones are missed in mental health
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by mental health nurses Jayne and Diane to discuss the often overlooked role of hormones in womenâs mental health. Drawing on their experience working in mental health services, they share how hormonal changes are rarely considered when women present with symptoms such as anxiety, depression or mood […]
-
This Simple Mindset Shift Will Change the Way You See Your Life
Life doesnât always go according to plan. And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder whatâs next. Todayâs episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side. In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]
-
If Nothing Seems to Be Going Your Way, Listen to This
Life doesnât always go according to plan. And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder whatâs next. Todayâs episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side. In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]
-
âI wish I was chic-er!â Fearne on personal style and learning new skills
Whatâs been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and whatâs making you not so happy? Fearneâs here with more chat about whatâs putting her and the Happy Place team in a good mood, and whatâs feeling a bit rubbish …and Fearne has really really been feeling rubbish this week… This […]
-
S4 Ep198: Preventing Dementia: Estrogen? Testosterone? Prevogen?
Preventing Dementia: Estrogen? Testosterone? Prevogenâą?On November 10, 2025, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Marty Markary, along with the head of the FDA, RFK Jr, announced that hormone therapy would âreduce Alzheimerâs by 35%.” Where does that statistic come from? And should all women take hormone therapy to stave off dementia later in life? In […]
-
JoBeth Williams Returns to Talk Hollywood and Becoming a Grandmother
JoBeth Williams returns to HFCT! We are thrilled to continue our conversation with actress and producer JoBeth Williams. JoBeth is busier than ever with the movie, Not Without Hope, and producing the recent Actor Awards. She also shares more great stories from her past movies including Kramer vs. Kramer. Her most exciting new position is […]
-
Brain Fog, Memory Loss, and Alzheimerâs Risk During Menopause with Dr. Lisa Mosconi
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver continues her conversation with Dr. Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist and associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Mosconi directs the Alzheimer’s Prevention Program, including the NIH-funded Women’s Brain Initiative and the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, and was recently […]
-
EP. 211 – Menopausal Skin Concerns and Rescue with Debbi Barber
In this eagerly anticipated return to the podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back skincare innovator, Debbi Barber, to share her experience treating our menopausal skin and give us her best tips to looking great, no matter your age. Their last conversation became one of the top three most downloaded episodes of last year, and this […]
-
Step Three to a Regulated Nervous System: Building your Capacity
In this episode, Iâm taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system â and this is where things really begin to shift. Weâve already explored awareness and regulation, but if youâve ever felt like youâre still getting pulled into stress again and again⊠this is the missing piece. Today, Iâm talking about […]
-
Step Three to a Regulated Nervious System: Building your Capacity
In this episode, Iâm taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system â and this is where things really begin to shift. Weâve already explored awareness and regulation, but if youâve ever felt like youâre still getting pulled into stress again and again⊠this is the missing piece. Today, Iâm talking about […]
-
52 â Why psychiatrists must start thinking about hormones
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by consultant psychiatrist Dr Gareth Jarvis to explore the important, and often overlooked, connection between hormones and mental health.  Louise and Gareth discuss how hormonal changes can often contribute to depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and severe mental illnesses. They also explore why psychiatrists are rarely trained to consider hormones […]
A Middle Aged Womanâs Menopausal Journey
What Iâm going to talk about: – Menopause and perimenopause – The body/mind and spiritual changes that come with that – Relief suggestions (these are ONLY suggestions, not cures or remedies. Check with a doctor to see whatâs best for you) – The effects of living life in todayâs society as a middle-aged woman – […]