Unpause the Menopause Podcast

Brewing Change: Katie Taylor on the Latte Lounge and Breaking the Menopause Stigma

SUMMARY   In this episode of Unpause the Menopause, host Morven speaks with Katie Taylor, CEO and founder of the Latte Lounge, about her personal journey through menopause and the importance of supporting women during this life stage. They discuss the evolution of menopause awareness, barriers to accessing support, and the role of workplaces in […]

Menopause and Modern Romance: Laurie Gerber's Guide to Relationships and Dating

EPISODE SUMMARY: Laurie Gerber, a renowned relationship, life, and dating coach, shares her journey and how she helps women in midlife with their relationships and finding new love. We cover everything from the Handel Method, relationships, sex, and dating in midlife to the importance of recognising and valuing the role of sex in a relationship […]

Well-Aging Wisdom: Aesthetic Insights for Midlife with Dr. Lubna Khan-Salim

SUMMARY Dr. Lubna Khan-Salim is a former NHS Surgeon and the Founder of Time to Bloom. As an expert on aesthetics, and as a perimenopausal woman herself, she offers her unique perspective on the impact of hormonal changes on the skin during perimenopause and menopause. She is an advocate for a holistic approach to aesthetics, […]

Breaking Barriers: Fay Reid on Championing Menopause Awareness in the Black Community

SUMMARY Fay Reid, founder of 9to5 Menopause, shares her personal menopause journey and the need for representation of black women in the menopause conversation. She emphasises the importance of exercise and a holistic approach to managing symptoms. Fay advocates for better support for black women in the workplace and challenges the taboos surrounding menopause. She […]

Sam Palmer's Guide to the Marathon of Midlife

EPISODE DESCRIPTION Today we are talking to Sam Palmer, menopause fitness expert and founder of the Midlife Makeover. A veteran of the menopause industry, Sam is a leading voice on exercise, wellbeing and personal growth for midlife women. Having trained as a fitness coach, Sam is a massive advocate that exercise and midlife can greatly […]

Sinitta's Stories of Adoption, Fame, Midlife, and Everything In Between

EPISODE DESCRIPTION In today’s episode of Unpause the Menopause, we’re joined by the legendary 1980s icon, Sinitta! Known for hits like So Macho and Toy Boy, Sinitta captured hearts worldwide and became a beloved personality on shows like The X Factor and Loose Women. Sinitta shares her journey through perimenopause and her mission to inspire women in […]

Midlife Unscripted: Leanne Stott on Menopause, Acting and, Embracing Change

    Show Notes: In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Leanne Stott—actor, presenter, and comedian. Leanne joins us to share her inspiring journey of navigating a successful career in entertainment while embracing the changes that come with midlife. With a versatile career that spans film, stage, and television, Leanne’s a skilled […]

Midlife Musings and Transformative Tales with Laura Shuckburgh

Founder of Marvelous Midlife, Laura Shuckburgh, shares her personal journey of leaving her marriage, starting a new life in France and finding fulfilment in midlife. She discusses the importance of honoring authentic needs during menopause and how it can be a catalyst for change. Laura also talks about her approach to menopause coaching and the […]

From Plate to Performance: Building Healthy Habits with Manisha Morgan

Manisha Morgan, a qualified nutritionist and mid-life influencer, shares her journey through menopause and her transition to a career in nutrition. She addresses the rise of chronic illnesses and obesity and the need for a holistic approach to health. Manisha highlights the significance of mindset and changing the narrative around weight loss. She provides insights […]

Ancient Therapies for Modern Living With Katie Brindle

In this episode, we discuss holistic health practices and Chinese medicine’s approach to menopause with Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Katie Brindle.    TAKEAWAYS Chinese medicine is based on energy practice and focuses on the mind-body connection. Holistic health practices, such as qigong and breathing exercises, can support menopausal symptoms. Chinese New Year is a time of […]

The Health Editor: Exploring Wellness with Katy Sunnassee

Katy Sunnassee is the Editor-in-Chief at TopSante, the UK’s top health publication for fabulous women age 40 plus. She is your go-to guru for all things health and wellness and is also the Editor-in-Chief for Platinum Magazine, the acting Editor of Women’s Fitness, and has ghostwritten some of your favorite celebrity health and wellbeing books. […]

Beyond The Board: Navigating Life's Currents With Jo Moseley

Jo Moseley, the first woman to paddleboard coast to coast, shares her inspiring journey and how she found joy, purpose, and wellbeing in midlife. She discusses her love for stand-up paddleboarding and the different ways it can be enjoyed. Jo also opens up about her experience with perimenopause and how movement and being outdoors helped […]

Nature's Prescription: Wellness Wisdom with Dr. Jannine Krause, Naturopathic Expert

Naturopathic expert, Dr. Jannine Krause discusses the body’s ability to self-heal, the five accelerators of aging, and the role of naturopathic medicine in supporting women in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of addressing inflammation, maintaining gut health, and regulating hormones as well as the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in promoting overall well-being.    […]

Mind-Body Mastery: Geeta Sidhu-Robb's Blueprint For Harmonious Living

Summary Geeta Sidhu-Robb, Founder and CEO of Nosh Detox, shares her inspiring journey from riches to rags to riches and overcoming domestic violence. She emphasizes the importance of mindset and the power of change and discusses the positives and negatives of juice cleanses and detoxification for women over 40. Geeta also introduces the Rewind Method, […]

Embracing Sobriety: Dupe Witherick's Journey To Purpose!

Dupe Witherick, the founder of Thrive Alcohol-Free, shares her journey to sobriety and the positive impact of living an alcohol-free lifestyle. She discusses the transformational power of being alcohol-free and how it has allowed her to pursue her passions and live a more fulfilling life. Dupe also explores the relationship between alcohol and perimenopause symptoms, […]

Nourishing Menopause: Emma Bardwell's Wellness Wisdom Unleashed!

Our guest on today’s episode is Emma Bardwell, the Menopause Specialist Nutritionist.  She doesn’t just talk the talk, she walks the walk and knows how it feels to be completely floored by menopause symptoms. Ten years on from her first experiences, she is now a seasoned expert in nutrition for midlife women. She has proudly […]

Helen Marray-Finlay: Hollywood Make-Up Artist To Establishing A Menopause Skincare Brand

Today I’m sitting down with renowned Hollywood makeup artist and skincare expert Helen Marray-Finlay.    Makeup artist to the stars, Helen has spent her career creating the unforgettable faces of our favourite characters, working on movies including Pirates of the Caribbean and hit TV shows like Brooklyn Nine-Nine. But after undergoing a hysterectomy and experiencing […]

Fear Less At Fifty With Kate Beavis

Meet the incredible Kate Beavis, who’s rocking TikTok with 75,000 followers and a staggering 1 million monthly views. Now there’s a phrase I don’t say about many midlife women.   On top of all this, Kate still finds time to be the driving force behind a number of businesses empowering midlife women, whether it’s helping […]

Andrea Newton And The Power Of Uncomfortable Conversations

Having uncomfortable conversations is hard. But they can be so important, essential in fact, in improving our wellbeing and potentially saving lives.    Our guest today is Andrea Newton. Andrea describes herself quite simply as a 56-year-old woman from Cheshire, but Andrea is one brave woman.   She’s here today to talk about how her […]

Why There’s Life To Be Had After Midlife With Katie Isles

Today’s guest on Unpause the Metapause is Katie Isles, who perfectly embodies the phrase ageing not fading. As an embracer of change, aged 40, Katie took a bold leap and transitioned her career in business and languages to become a model and presenter. She went on to grace TV ads and brochures, working with some […]

Unlocking The Secrets To Success In Midlife With Lorraine C. Ladish

Lorraine C. Ladish is an inspiring and vibrant force in the world of empowerment and positivity.   Lorraine’s life as she knew it collapsed when her marriage and career ended in 2008 and she found herself raising her young family by relying on food stamps.    She’s not only uplifted herself from the depths of […]

Navigating Your Second Spring with Two Women Chatting’s Michelle Ford and Liz Copping

My two guests today – Liz Copping and Michelle Ford – co-hosts of the Two Women Chatting podcast – believe we shouldn’t fear the day our kids leave home, but instead embrace this day as the start of our second spring.   Having pursued careers in voice artistry and events management, Michelle and Liz only […]

A Midlife Model's Mantra: How Rachel Peru Found Confidence At 46

In today’s episode, we ask Rachel Peru what “free to be” means to her.    After spending her early adult life wondering “is this it?!”, Rachel dedicated her 40s to embodying one word – “brave”. And nothing is quite braver than starting to model swimsuits and lingerie at 46!   Aside from taking the modelling world […]

The Future Of Skincare: Tweakments And Aesthetics With Award-Winning Journalist Alice Hart-Davis Part 2

In the second episode of this two-part podcast series, we continue award-winning journalist and skincare expert, Alice Hart-Davis’s story. Alice has spent her career researching and trying out the latest cosmetic treatments and tweakments, and she’s here to share her knowledge with us.   We discuss everything from the most effective tweakments for women in […]

The Future Of Skincare: Tweakments And Aesthetics With Award-Winning Journalist Alice Hart-Davis Part 1

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with award-winning journalist and skincare expert, Alice Hart-Davis. Alice has spent her career researching and trying out the latest cosmetic treatments and tweakments, and she’s here to share her knowledge with us.    We discuss everything from the most effective tweakments for women in their 40s, […]

Menopause At Work: Boost Self-Confidence And Become Fearless

The average age of menopause might be younger than you think? There’s an alarming reason why 1 in 10 menopausal women are leaving their jobs…meaning hundreds of UK organisations are losing incredible talent each year. It’s not because women are simply seeking higher salaries (though that’s a discussion for another time), greater challenges, or a […]

Sophie Corbett on Menopause: Truth and Support for Women's Health

Today, we’re sitting down with the incredible and uber-talented Sophie Corbett, a successful voice-over artist, presenter (and podcast host), DJ, and menopause advocate – in my opinion, an absolute legend!    But that’s not all…   Sophie’s unique upbringing, with a super-famous and iconic father, has in-part, given her a wealth of knowledge and experiences […]

Unlocking the Secrets to Hormonal Balance With Health and Fitness Expert Laura Heikkila

Diet and fitness not your thing? Or they are, and you’re not getting results? Hang in there…   Because I’m thrilled to have Laura Heikkila, founder of Ageless Women Society, holistic health practitioner, Hormone Specialist, and Fitness and Nutrition expert join us today.    Laura’s mission is to empower women in midlife to take back […]

Midlife Crisis or Midlife Opportunity? This Doctor Finally Speaks Some Sense

Brain fog, mood swings, panic attacks, or intimate symptoms that you just can’t seem to shake?    Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Fionnuala Barton, a UK-based GP and women’s health expert who specialises in all things menopause and we’re going to tackle the above head-on.   In this episode, we’re diving deep into the […]

Mind Over Menopause: Managing Symptoms With CBD Essential Oils

There’s a lot to discover about the benefits of CBD oil and natural plant aromatherapy oils – all of which my guest today is about to shed some light on – specifically, how these essential oils can help alleviate menopause symptoms.   So, whether you’re currently going through menopause or know someone who is, this […]

From Movie Sets to Menopause Workouts: An Entrepreneur’s Inspirational Journey

Are you a woman going through perimenopause or menopause, struggling with symptoms like weight gain, lost fitness & strength, your diet’s gone awol? Or do you feel like you’re going through this journey alone? In this episode, we sit down with Kate Rowe-Ham, entrepreneur and founder of Owning Your Menopause, an online community for peri […]

Motherhood, Menopause and Mental Health – Finding Balance With Jen Brown

Ladies, are you feeling lost and alone in the midst of menopausal madness?    I want you to know that you are not alone in this journey – in this powerful podcast episode, we are coming together as powerful women to shed light on the mental health struggles that often go unmentioned.    Today’s guest […]

Menopause – A Nutritional Therapist's Survival Guide to Health & Wellbeing

Do you know how important diet is in helping us thrive during perimenopause, menopause and beyond? Generally, staying healthy and well – from nutrition, to movement, to sleep, to supplements – is hard. We don’t pay as much attention to it as we should because we’re deep into our careers or raising a family, oftentimes […]

Menopause: Discovering Unknown Territory And How To Step Into Your Power

Imagine a world in which menopause is recognized as a healthy, organic step in one’s evolutionary journey stepping – into the vital and powerful role of serving your community and the world?   That’s a quote taken from my guest on today’s podcast, whose vision she describes as “to place menstrual cycle awareness in the […]

Exposed: Why Menopause Is Still Taboo In The Workplace

“Menopause is the last wellbeing taboo”.   Those are the words of today’s guest, Sharon MacArthur, founder of Miss Menopause, and workplace educator for womens’ health & wellbeing at work.   Sharon explains how only an embarrassingly tiny percentage of companies are REALLY giving menopause wellbeing support any prmoper attention. Many UK companies mistakenly believe […]

Night Sweats and Insomnia – Is The Menopause To Blame?

Sleep is so important and so pivotal for how we function and feel during every day life, that we want to do everything we can to get it dialled in.   And that means getting to the root cause of what’s keeping us from sleeping well.   Today’s guest is going to talk about Menopause […]

Midlife Ageing The New Way With Kristin Johnson And Maria Claps

When menopause comes around, most of us least expect it – that’s because it creeps up from what we feel is an early age. A problem is that many women aren’t prepared for this new chapter and transition. Your doctor might tell you it’s time for HRT and move you along with a prescription. So […]

Functional Health Expert Dr Will Cole On Thriving Throughout Menopause

Dr Cole is a leading functional-medicine expert, public speaker, host of THE ART OF BEING WELL podcast, and international best-selling author of Ketotarian: The (Mostly) Plant-Based Plan to Burn Fat, Boost Your Energy, Crush Your Cravings, & Calm Inflammation.    He helps find the causes behind his patient’s chronic diseases as well as customising programs […]

Pushing Boundaries: Mountain Mummy & Olympian Skier Chemmy Alcott

An inspirational mum of two, wife and BBC Ski Sunday Presenter…and, wait for it, 4x Olympian skier used to hurtling herself down mountains at 92mph. Regarded as Britain’s greatest ever female skier, Chemmy Alcott put her stake in the ground by becoming the first British Alpine Ski racer to win a world cup run.   […]

Unpause The Menopause: Season 2

It’s been an incredible journey since launching Unpause The Menopause podcast.    Season 1 was packed with some show-stopping guests and engaging conversations! I feel blessed to have shared these interactions with you, and excited that this is only the beginning…   For me, Unpause the Menopause is about building an evolving community; about sharing […]

Perimenopause Diet And Exercise – 5 Tips to Thrive Beyond Menopause

Charlotte Hunter, best known as “THE MENOPAUSE NUTRITIONIST” – is an expert in nutritional therapy – specialising in helping women to feel at their healthiest from perimenopause, through menopause & beyond using food, lifestyle & therapeutic methodologies for feeling good.    We’re in complete agreement when we say that as women we shouldn’t have to […]

[Trailer] Perimenopause Diet And Exercise – 5 Tips to Thrive Beyond Menopause

Tackle Early Menopause Symptoms Without Hormone Therapy (HRT) With Guest Star of Real Housewives of Cheshire

A huge social influencer & incredible following…today’s podcast guest has been on what some would describe as a rollercoaster of a journey – and that’s putting things mildly. Aside from her famous appearances as one of the true stars of Real Housewives of Cheshire, Nicole Sealey is also a spokesperson for women in business.   […]

[Trailer] Tackle Early Menopause Symptoms Without Hormone Therapy (HRT) With Guest Star of Real Housewives of Cheshire

A huge social influencer & incredible following…today’s podcast guest has been on what some would describe as a rollercoaster of a journey – and that’s putting things mildly. Aside from her famous appearances as one of the true stars of Real Housewives of Cheshire, Nicole Sealey is also a spokesperson for women in business.   […]

Coming of Menopause Age: Facing Wellbeing in the Workplace

Here’s a fact I bet you didn’t know…women make up nearly half of the UK’s workforce. More shocking is that according to Wellbeing of Women, over 900,000 have quit their jobs because of the menopause.    One aim of the Menopause Workplace Pledge is to tackle this outrageous issue head-on. Boundaries are being broken left, […]

[Trailer] Coming of Menopause Age: Facing Wellbeing in the Workplace

Here’s a fact I bet you didn’t know…women make up nearly half of the UK’s workforce. More shocking is that according to Wellbeing of Women, over 900,000 have quit their jobs because of the menopause.    One aim of the Menopause Workplace Pledge is to tackle this outrageous issue head-on. Boundaries are being broken left, […]

Confidence and success throughout menopause and beyond!

If you’re following the news, it won’t have escaped your notice that there is a mass HRT-shortage crisis going on. With over-promised & under-delivered mentions of HRT becoming available without a new HRT Tsar…   UK ministers have a lot to sort out as so many women are getting their hormone replacement therapy by “other […]

[Trailer] Confidence and Success Throughout Menopause and Beyond!

If you’re following the news, it won’t have escaped your notice that there is a mass HRT-shortage crisis going on. With over-promised & under-delivered mentions of HRT becoming available without a new HRT Tsar…   UK ministers have a lot to sort out as so many women are getting their hormone replacement therapy by “other […]

Menopause Matters: FemTech CEO Reinvents Personalised Healthcare For Women

I’m joined by a hugely influential and inspirational guest on this week’s podcast. Whilst empowering women towards accessible healthcare throughout under-served areas of the world…particularly the Middle East, Africa and South Asia… Sophie Smith is shaping women’s healthcare – in particular, the exploding world of FemTech. Her work is exceeding the realities beyond what the […]

[Trailer] Menopause Matters: FemTech CEO Reinvents Personalised Healthcare For Women

I’m joined by a hugely influential and inspirational guest on this week’s podcast. Whilst empowering women towards accessible healthcare throughout under-served areas of the world…particularly the Middle East, Africa and South Asia… Sophie Smith is shaping women’s healthcare – in particular, the exploding world of FemTech. Her work is exceeding the realities beyond what the […]

Yoga for Over 40s – Tips To Get Your Body Back

Today’s guest is going to talk with us all about yoga, health & wellbeing & feeling your absolute best after 40. A leading women’s yoga instructor, wellbeing expert, influencer & Head of Yoga & Lifestyle Masterclasses for Harley Street at Home Menopause… Libby Stevenson has created the first online wellness community specifically for women over […]

[Trailer] Yoga for Over 40s – Tips To Get Your Body Back

Today’s guest is going to talk with us all about yoga, health & wellbeing & feeling your absolute best after 40. A leading women’s yoga instructor, wellbeing expert, influencer & Head of Yoga & Lifestyle Masterclasses for Harley Street at Home Menopause… Libby Stevenson has created the first online wellness community specifically for women over […]

Our Story: Founding a Menopause Brand

Hi, I’m Morven. Each week I host Unpause The Menopause podcast, where Debbie will join me to share her insights & expertise from time to time. Each week I’ll be joined by fabulous guests, offering their experience in this area of women’s health…helping you live your best life, on your terms, without compromise. Now, part […]

[Trailer] Our Story: Founding a Menopause Brand

Hi, I’m Morven. Each week I host Unpause The Menopause podcast, where Debbie will join me to share her insights & expertise from time to time. Each week I’ll be joined by fabulous guests, offering their experience in this area of women’s health…helping you live your best life, on your terms, without compromise. Now, part […]

Abigail James: How to Menopause-Proof Your Skin

Today we’re going to talk about all things menopause skin care. From dryness to ageing, dark spots & itchy skin – but more interestingly, how this all links back to hormones. The truth is, menopause for many women can feel like a hormonal rollercoaster – often for years & years, & skin can be a […]

[Trailer] Abigail James: How to Menopause-Proof Your Skin

Today we’re going to talk about all things menopause skin care. From dryness to ageing, dark spots & itchy skin – but more interestingly, how this all links back to hormones. The truth is, menopause for many women can feel like a hormonal rollercoaster – often for years & years, & skin can be a […]

Unpause the Menopause Podcast

Whether you’re a woman beginning perimenopause – piecing together your symptoms – or in the midst of menopause, this supportive community has found you at the right time in life. Join us for this weekly conversation about all things health & wellbeing in your 30s, 40s, 50s & beyond – from the initial perimenopause symptoms […]