Episodes

Sherri Dindal – Being The Real Slim Sherri and new beginnings in Midlife & Menopause
Many of you will know The Real Slim Sherri from Instagram and TikTok – she is well known for her no- holds barred, unfiltered truths around growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, midlife, life as a Gen X woman and menopause. I have loved her page ever since I discovered it and so was […]

184 The Funny Side of Menopause with Michelle Cohen
Join me and Michelle Cohen (entertainer, writer, producer, director, singer, intuitive coach) in our conversation about her journey into the menopause space, highlighting her creative approach through the pop-up book Menopop. Our chat emphasizes the importance of humor and imagination in navigating life's challenges, particularly during menopause. And in this conversation, we talk about: 🌱 […]

181 Mindfulness in Movement with Ceri Barnes
Join me and Ceri Barnes in our brilliant conversation about how to make your exercise activities more mindful. As we age, approaching the gym ‘guns blazing’ may result in increased injury. Therefore, our requirements as we get older are different. Discover how in this episode. We talk about: 🌱 Challenges Faced by Women in Midlife […]

136: Navigating midlife with purpose and intention: Coach Stef Ziev's choice approach
Send us a text It's the perfect podcast for a brand-new year. Aren't you tired of abandoning yourself choose things that make other people happy? Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and host of the Hotflash inc podcast, is joined by Stef Ziev, a New York-based executive life coach. Ziev draws from her extensive career in the […]

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 […]

177 The Changing Landscape of Sex and Sexuality at Menopause with Cate Mackenzie
Join me and Cate Mackenzie in our conversation about navigating the changing landscape of sex and sexuality at menopause. Cate is absolutely brilliant with making this subject natural and accessible. So if you’re worried about the ICK factor, don’t be, Cate is an expert. Cate Mackenzie is an accredited sex and relationship therapist, who shares […]

175 Self-Discovery in the Face of Burnout with Claire Hopkins
Join me and Claire Hopkins in our raw and unfiltered conversation about self-discovery in the face of burnout. Claire shares her personal experiences with burnout, discussing the signs, symptoms, and the impact of perimenopause on mental health, and in this conversation, we talk about: 🌱 Claire's Personal Journey with Burnout 🌱 Understanding Burnout: Signs and […]

172 The Missing Essence of Menopause in the Mainstream Narrative with Kate Codrington
In this soul stirring conversation today with Kate Codrington, author of Second Spring and The Perimenopause Journal, speaker, facilitator, artist, and podcaster, we discuss: 🌱 The Menopause Industry: A Critical Discussion about the recent Panorama Documentary. 🌱 Exploring Death and Creativity in Midlife 🌱 Understanding Inner Seasons and Their Impact 🌱 The Power of Vulnerability […]

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 […]