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Sexual Health, Libido, and Orgasm: What Medicine Missed with Dr. Kelly Casperson
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist, author, and host of the podcast “You Are Not Broken”. Dr. Casperson trained in a specialty that treats both men and women, which gave her an early and clear view of the gender gap in sexual healthcare. That […]
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Plant Medicine for Menopause: What Science and Ancient Healing Say Actually Works
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, a board-certified OB-GYN, integrative medicine expert, and author with nearly 30 years of clinical experience, including training in Ayurvedic medicine spanning almost two decades. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is the Chief Clinical Officer of Monarch, a membership-based healthcare practice built to restore […]
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The Missing Piece in Longevity: The Top Gerontologist on Aging, Joy, and the Science of Thriving
In this episode of unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Kerry Burnight, a gerontologist and national leader in aging research who spent 18 years teaching geriatric medicine at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine and is the author of Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life’s Second Half. […]
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The Perimenopause Masterclass: Anxiety, Brain Fog, Broken Sleep, Weight Gain & GLP-1s
In this episode of “unPAUSED,” 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, […]
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Brain Fog, Memory Loss, and Alzheimer’s 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 […]
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Welcome to Becoming You with Suzy Welch
Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Suzy Welch. Suzy is a business journalist-turned-professor at NYU and a three-time New York Times bestseller who specializes in decision-making. Her podcast, Becoming You, is a weekly masterclass in the pursuit of authentic purpose—delivered with a heavy dose of wit and zero despair. Here on unPAUSED, we talk […]
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The Alzheimer's Prevention Plan for Women: Hormones, Sleep, and Nutrition with Dr. Lisa Mosconi
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Lisa Mosconi, a 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 […]
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The Sleep Crisis in Menopause: Insomnia, Sleep Apnea & Solutions
Poor sleep during perimenopause and menopause isn’t just exhausting—it’s linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk, depression, anxiety, weight gain, cognitive decline, and reduced quality of life. Yet for decades, women’s sleep complaints have been minimized, dismissed, or blamed on just getting older. In this episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with board-certified sleep medicine […]
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Katie Couric on Truth, Trust, and Women's Health
From her groundbreaking televised colonoscopy to her breast cancer journey, Katie Couric has turned personal experience into powerful advocacy for the health issues medicine has overlooked. This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Katie Couric, award-winning journalist, founder of Katie Couric Media, co-founder of Stand Up To Cancer, and author of […]
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The Sex Life Nobody Warned You About: What a Top Sexual Medicine Expert Wants You To Know
Most women go through decades of marriage, menopause and midlife without ever having an honest conversation with a doctor about their sex life. Not because they don’t want one — but because most physicians were never trained to have it. This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. James Simon, a […]
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Building a Menopause Brand: Naomi Watts on HRT, Hot Flashes & Hollywood
This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Naomi Watts, Academy Award nominated actress, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author of Dare I Say It. Naomi’s career spans decades in Hollywood, from her breakthrough role in David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive to recent work with directors like Ryan Murphy and Lena Dunham. […]
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Female Libido in Menopause: Desire Loss, Biology & Solutions with Cindy Eckert
This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Cindy Eckert, founder and CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and creator of Addyi, the first FDA approved treatment for low libido in women. Cindy is a pharmaceutical entrepreneur who began her career at Merck before founding her first company in 2007, focusing on undermarketed FDA […]
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Understanding Your Brain Through Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Louisa Nicola
An estimated 7.2 million Americans age 65 and older are currently living with Alzheimer’s dementia. The part that should alarm every woman listening is this: almost two thirds of them are women. In this episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with neurophysiologist and Alzheimer’s researcher Dr. Louisa Nicola to unpack what’s really happening to […]
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Menopause, Hormones and Women’s Sexual Health with Dr. Rachel Rubin
In this episode Dr. Mary Claire Haver is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin, a board-certified urologist and nationally recognized expert in sexual medicine, fellowship trained in both female and male sexual health. As assistant clinical professor of urology at Georgetown University and former education chair of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual […]
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Strong Bones, Strong Body, Stronger Second Half with Dr Jocelyn Wittstein – Part 2
In this continuation of their conversation, Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein and Dr. Mary Claire Haver shift from understanding why menopause affects bones and joints to what actually works for building stronger bones and preventing fractures. If you’ve been told your bone density is declining, or you’re worried about falls and fractures, this episode delivers the practical […]
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Menopause, Frozen Shoulder and the Joint Pain Wake Up Call with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein – Part 1
If you’ve ever struggled to put on a bra, reach behind your back, or lift your arm without searing pain in your shoulder, you’re not alone. Frozen shoulder strikes women in midlife at alarming rates, yet for decades, medicine dismissed it as a mystery condition with no known cause. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein saw […]
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Sally Wainwright on Riot Women, Identity Theft of Menopause, and Writing Real Female Characters
Award-winning British television creator Sally Wainwright joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to discuss her groundbreaking new BBC series Riot Women, a drama about five midlife women who form a punk rock band while navigating menopause, aging parents, and the complexities of life after 50. Sally, the creative force behind acclaimed series including Happy Valley, Gentlemen […]
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From Hysteria to Medical Gaslighting and the Path Forward with Dr. Elizabeth Comen
Dr. Elizabeth Comen is a board certified oncologist at NYU Langone Health, co-director of the Mignoni Women’s Health Collaborative, and author of the groundbreaking book “It’s All In Her Head: What It Reveals About Medicine’s Past and Present.” In this powerful conversation about medical gaslighting and women’s healthcare, she and Dr. Mary Claire Haver trace […]
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Menopause Masterclass: Hormones, Brain Fog, Weight & Mental Health with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Dr. Mary Claire Haver breaks down everything you need to know about perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause in this solo episode, answering critical questions about hormones, symptoms, and treatment with the medical expertise and personal experience that’s made her a trusted voice for millions of women. Most women don’t realize perimenopause can begin at 35-36 years […]
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Midlife Divorce: The Facts, The Finances, and The Fallout with Jenny Hutt
Divorce rates for people over 50 have doubled since the 1990s, and women are initiating the majority of them. What’s really driving this shift? In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with family law attorney and broadcaster Jenny Hutt to discuss the facts, finances, and fallout of midlife divorce. Jenny Hutt […]
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Leaving Her Dream Job for Menopause Advocacy: Tamsen Fadal on HRT & Purpose After 50
What happens when a news anchor loses her words on live television and discovers it’s not stress, but menopause? Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to share why she walked away from her dream job in pursuit of changing the conversation around women’s health, the powerful story behind her New York […]
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Orgasm After Menopause: Vibrators, Testosterone & Solutions with Dr. Lauren Streicher (Pt. 2)
In our last episode of unPAUSED, we began a conversation with Dr. Lauren Streicher about orgasm, sexual function, and why these topics are still so taboo. Because there was so much to talk about, we decided to make this a two part episode. So today, Dr. Mary Claire Haver continues this conversation. Dr. Streicher is […]
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Where Did My Orgasm Go? Menopause, SSRIs, and the Science of Pleasure with Dr. Lauren Streicher
What happens to your orgasm after menopause? It’s something nearly half of women experience changes with in midlife, but so few are talking about it. In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Lauren Streicher to discuss exactly what changes to orgasm, libido, and sex, why it happens, and what […]
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Menopause, Misogyny and the Medical System: Dr Sharon Malone Sets the Record Straight
Dr. Sharon Malone has spent decades fighting for women to get the healthcare they deserve, and she’s not slowing down. As Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, host of “The Second Opinion” podcast, and author of the New York Times bestseller “Grown Woman Talk,” Dr. Malone joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver in this episode […]
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Can't Take Estrogen? Dr. Corinne Menn on Who Can, Who Can't & What's Changed
In this episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn to tackle one of the most common questions in women’s health: “Can I take estrogen?” As a board-certified OB-GYN, certified menopause practitioner, and 24-year breast cancer survivor, Dr. Menn brings both professional expertise and lived experience to this conversation about who can […]
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Still Bobbi: Bobbi Brown on Reinvention, Midlife Entrepreneurship & Finding Purpose After 60
What does it look like to begin again at 62 and thrive? Beauty industry pioneer Bobbi Brown joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver for an intimate conversation about her new memoir Still Bobbi, building Jones Road Beauty in her sixties, leaving behind the company that bore her name for 25 years, and redefining what success, purpose, […]
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GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism Part 2: Dr. Rocio Salas Whalen Breaks Down the Science of Weight Loss and Menopause
What happens after you lose the weight? Few are focused on this important question about GLP-1 medications. In Part 2 of this conversation on GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism, triple board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen continues her discussion with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, going deeper into what happens after weight loss including the physical and emotional […]
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GLP-1s and Midlife Metabolism: Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen Breaks Down the Science of Weight Loss and Menopause: Part 1
Are GLP-1 medications a game-changer for women in midlife—or just another quick fix? In this conversation, triple board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to cut through the hype and share what women really need to know about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and the science behind sustainable weight loss. Dr. Salas-Whalen, founder of […]
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Build Strength, Live Longer: The Menopause Longevity Blueprint with Dr. Vonda Wright
What if weak bones and muscle loss aren’t just “normal aging” but the result of decades of misinformation? In this episode double board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to shatter the myth that frailty, fractures, and decline are inevitable for women in midlife. Dr. Wright explains why women can lose […]
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Menopause and Heart Disease: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Jayne Morgan
What if your hot flashes are actually warning signs about your cardiovascular health? Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with research cardiologist Dr. Jayne Morgan to talk about the intersection of menopause and heart disease. Dr. Morgan explains why women present with different heart attack symptoms than men, how menopause accelerates cardiovascular risk, and why […]
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Leanne Morgan on Menopause, Success at 60, and Why She's Just Getting Started
From selling jewelry in Tennessee living rooms to headlining arenas across America, Leanne Morgan’s path to success took 25 years, and it’s a story every woman in midlife needs to hear. The comedian and actress sits down with Dr. Mary Claire Haver for a funny and deeply honest conversation about what it really takes to […]
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The Truth About Estrogen: What the Women's Health Initiative Got Wrong with Dr. Avrum Bluming & Dr. Carol Tavris
What if the biggest health study in history got it wrong and millions of women paid the price? In this premiere episode of “unPAUSED,” Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Avrum Bluming, medical oncologist and former senior investigator at the National Cancer Institute, and Dr. Carol Tavris, social psychologist and co-authors of the […]
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Introducing unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver […]
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Sexual Health, Libido, and Orgasm: What Medicine Missed with Dr. Kelly Casperson
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist, author, and host of the podcast “You Are Not Broken”. Dr. Casperson trained in a specialty that treats both men and women, which gave her an early and clear view of the gender gap in sexual healthcare. That […]
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Ep. 215 -The Truth About Midlife Weight Gain (Hint: It's Not Your Fault)
In this solo episode of the Not Your Mother’s Menopause Podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely tackles the question women ask her the most: why is weight gain happening at midlife when nothing else has changed? She explains that this experience is not just a failure of willpower. Instead, it is a sign of a profound biochemical […]
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59 – Can you start HRT after 60? What the evidence shows
So many women are denied hormone replacement because they are told they are “too old”. In this special solo episode, Dr Louise Newson explains why this is wrong. She covers what happens when hormone levels stay low as women age and why this long-term deficiency affects everything from cardiovascular health to bone strength and cognitive […]
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Estrogen Down There? Here's Everything You Need to Know
So you’ve heard about hot flashes and night sweats. Maybe you’ve even heard about brain fog. But nobody sat you down and said: by the way, the tissue of your entire pelvic region is completely dependent on estrogen to stay healthy. And when it drops, everything changes. And most women have no idea, because no […]
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Eps 407: Why You Might Gain Weight on HRT (And What To Do)
Did you start HRT… and suddenly feel like you’re gaining weight? If that’s been your experience, you’re not alone and it doesn’t mean HRT is the problem. Many women are told to expect weight gain, but that’s not how it’s supposed to work. In this episode, we break down why it happens and what’s actually […]
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Stanford Luck Researcher: How to Manifest the Life You Want
In today’s episode, a Stanford neuroscientist is going to teach you exactly how to manifest the life you want – by becoming a luckier person. Dr. Tina Seelig has spent 25+ years at Stanford, where she also earned her PhD in the science of neuroplasticity, studying leadership, success, neuroscience, and luck. She’s written 18 books, […]
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Philippa Perry: Why everyone has an inner critic, and how to stop believing yours
Should you give your inner critic have a name? Psychotherapist and author Philippa Perry reckons giving that nagging voice in your head a silly name is the first step to stopping it running your life. In this chat with Fearne, Philippa explains why not feeling ‘good enough’ is often less about truth and more about […]
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5 ways to beat bloating and improve gut health
Midlife bloating isn’t just uncomfortable, it can dent your self-confidence, too. Liz talks about what might be causing it, and shares different ways to tackle the problem by getting your gut health back on track. Plus: lactoferrin for boosting immune health, the pro-ageing discoveries in Liz’s new book, budget-friendly skincare essentials and whether collagen supplements […]
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HRT Gels vs Sprays: What Works Best? Menopause Doctor Naomi Potter
In this week’s episode, Dr Naomi Potter breaks down everything you need to know about HRT gels and sprays — two of the most commonly prescribed forms of transdermal oestrogen. Whether you're interested in trying Lenzetto Spray or Estradiol gel, this episode will be massively helpful for you. If you’ve ever felt confused about HRT […]
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Dining with Your Dog: No Kibble Needed
Family nurse practitioner Karen Nickell introduces future Itchy and Bitchy host Dr. Keith Hnilica, a veterinary dermatologist, for a lively conversation about pet food and what animals can teach us about wellness. They dig into GLP-1 drugs for pet obesity, the links between processed kibble, gut inflammation, and skin issues, why fresh or Mediterranean-style diets […]
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Bad hair day? It could be your hormones – with Gustav Fouché
If you’ve noticed your hair has lost its lustre, or you’re struggling to style it, your hormones could be the culprit. Celebrity hairstylist Gustav Fouché joins Liz to explain what’s happening to our hair during midlife – and how to bring life back to your locks. They discuss how scalp care is as important as […]
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Rewind Time: Kelly Holmes Opens Up About Body Changes & HRT Fears
Today we're revisiting our very first episode of Is It Hot In Here? podcast, where Dr Naomi was joined by Dame Kelly Holmes. Kelly opened up about feeling weaker than ever once perimenopause hit – she went from a Gold medalist athlete to not even able to do a single push up. And with that came […]
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The Most Important Career Advice ALL Women Need To Hear with Emma Grede
Emma Grede is an entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Good American and Skims. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Emma is sitting down with Tamsen Fadal to unpack the scarcity mindset that holds so many women back and explains how you can turn fear, failure, and discomfort into confidence, clarity, and success. If you’ve […]
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One of America's Richest Self-Made Women on How to Start Before You Feel Ready
Emma Grede is an entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Good American and Skims. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Emma is sitting down with Tamsen Fadal to unpack the scarcity mindset that holds so many women back and explains how you can turn fear, failure, and discomfort into confidence, clarity, and success. If you’ve […]
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Eps 406: Overwhelming Fatigue in Midlife (and Simple Ways to Feel Better) With Michelle McCoy
In this conversation, I’m joined by Michelle McCoy, a board-certified holistic health coach who’s lived through her own experience of burnout and what she calls high-functioning fatigue. We talk about what’s really happening beneath the surface, the three types of fatigue most women miss, and the patterns like pushing through and people-pleasing that quietly keep […]
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58 – ADHD and the gap in hormone care for women
What happens when a woman is finally diagnosed with ADHD, only to be blindsided by perimenopause making everything harder? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Sarah-Jane Ayers for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about ADHD, perimenopause and the devastating impact hormonal changes can have on mental health. Sarah-Jane shares her experience […]
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The 5 Top Health Lies & The Truth You Need to Feel Better Today
If you’re confused, anxious, or overwhelmed by your health and what choices to make, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Mel sits down with Doctor Mike Varshavski, the most followed medical doctor in the world, to expose the health lies and medical misinformation that are making people sicker, more stressed, and afraid to […]
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I don’t identify as middle aged! Fearne's talking hormones and single parenting
What’s been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and what’s making you not so happy? Fearne’s here with more chat about what’s putting her, Team Happy Place team, and you lot in a good mood, and what’s feeling a bit heavier. This is our space to explore what’s been on […]
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Thursday Thoughts – Brainwash Yourself
On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about brainwashing ourselves with beliefs that are actually going to serve us. Whether we know it or not, our lives are quietly being run by the subconscious beliefs that we hold – some of which are helping us, many of which are not. The good news […]
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Jennie Garth Talks Midlife Reinvention and Choosing Herself
I Choose Me! In this inspiring podcast episode, Jennie Garth discusses her new book I Choose Me and she opens up about midlife reinvention, overcoming limiting beliefs, and learning to prioritize herself. Jennie shares candid insights on divorce, motherhood, mental health, and rebuilding confidence, while exploring tools like radical acceptance, the “We’ll See Method,” and […]
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Jennie Garth on Choosing Yourself: What 90210 Taught Her About Reinvention
Jennie Garth is an actress, entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and cultural icon best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on Beverly Hills, 90210. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, she sits down with Tamsen Fadal for a vulnerable conversation about fame, imposter syndrome, and how she finally learned to love and accept herself […]
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Afl 63 ~ Het verhaal van Jeannette Troost: van PMS naar perimenopauzale nachtmerrie (deel 1)
Jeannette Troost veranderde van een levenslustige vrouw in een bang en ellendig vogeltje dat boven in huis een nestje voor zichzelf maakte en er niet meer uitkwam. Koptelefoon op, oogmasker, omdat iedere prikkel haar teveel was. In haar behandeling van de perimenopauze ging alles mis wat er maar mis kan gaan. In plaats van progesteron […]
unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver […]