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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 […]
27 mins 03.12.24

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 […]
30 mins 15.11.24

#123 – You Are More Than What You Eat with Dr. Emma Beckett PhD

What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Isn’t it refreshing to hear this dieting trope “you are what you eat” turned on its head?  In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Dr. Emma Beckett, an Australian nutrition scientist and the brilliant mind behind […]
43 mins 23.09.24

Share your story

Do you have a menopause experience that you’d like to share? Go to https://bit.ly/menopauseunmuted to share your contact details with our production team, who may be in touch.  Seeking guests for our next season of menopause: unmuted! And this season, we’re giving guests the opportunity to invite a loved one, to help share their menopause story. This […]
2 mins 24.04.24

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 […]
26 mins 05.03.24

#98 – High Blood Pressure in Menopause and Midlife: The Estrogen Connection with Dr. Alex Verge, ND

What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you have recently been told that you have high blood pressure, (perhaps for the first time ever) there are a couple of things you should know. First, this is not your fault! Second, don’t panic – because Dr. […]
41 mins 05.02.24

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 […]
28 mins 30.01.24

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 […]
27 mins 21.11.23

#88- What Everyone Needs to Know About Pelvic Health in Midlife with Erika Burger, PT

What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! While you probably know that pelvic floor therapy can help if you struggle with leaking or postpartum challenges, as you'll discover in this conversation, your pelvis has a much bigger impact on your overall well-being, especially in midlife.  I […]
36 mins 13.11.23

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 […]
33 mins 07.11.23