Fearlessly Facing Fifty

EP191: Lessons in kindness. Meet Susan Verde

Number one New York Times bestselling author and children’s yoga and mindfulness expert Susan Verde knows the power of positive self-talk. For decades, Verde has struggled with her inner critic, a voice inside telling her that she was not enough. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices became her way of challenging and quieting this voice. However, the moment she became a parent, the voice became louder than ever. How would she manage to parent three little ones when she could not speak ...

EP190: A Mother's Day Special rerun with Alex Sanfillippo

In this episode I talk to the inspiring Alex Sanfilippo.  Not only is Alex a successful podcast host and entrepreneur, but he values the importance of relationships and staying connected.  In this very special Mother's Day episode, we hear in his own words, what it's like to look back at his relationship with his mom through the years, and how important it is to stay connected. Many of us feel sad or anxious when our adult children leave for the next phase of their journey, but as you'll he...

EP189: Smashing the menopause taboo with Jackie Giannelli and Elektra Health

One of my favorite conversations - and one of yours as well - we are replaying some of our favorites from seasons past - and you don't want to miss this one. Menopause is a challenging time for women.  Expanding waistlines, loss of sleep, forgetfulness….we need to find some peace of mind.  Wouldn’t it be nice to say Good Bye to menopause symptoms and Hello to a new found confidence? In this episode Jackie Giannelli shares her knowledge and insight around all those things, and shares strate...

EP188: Spring Cleaning with Jill Comes Clean

In this episode we meet the Jill of all trades, Jill Koch, Founder of Jill Comes Clean. She is passionate about so many things - and has mastered the art of reinvention like so many over the years. After the birth of her son, Jill decided to start blogging about the things she loves best - cleaning and organizing and "voila" Jill Comes Clean was born. What we talk about: What is a CHORGASM Helpful hints for families with littles and keeping things organized 3 helpful hints for spring cl...

EP187: Midday Health at the intersection of women's health and technology

Your menopause journey is certainly not one size fits all. Today my guest is Ann Garnier, the Co- Founder and CEO of Lisa Health, working to transform the lives of over 3.8B women and how they live 1/3 of their life.   Midday exists to help women walk on the brightest path of health and wellness. We set out to create a digital health solution to transform the menopause life stage and empower women to kickstart healthy aging and absolutely thrive. Prior to Lisa Health, Ann was COO at CarePay...

EP186: Feel fully alive at midlife with Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith

Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith is dedicated to empowering women in midlife to feel fully alive – sexually, relationally, and spiritually. An award-winning gynecologist and best-selling author of Sexually Woke, Dr. Susan believes that a woman can experience her most fulfilling life and truest self at 40, 50, and beyond. Join Dr. Susan and her guests as they dive into the secrets of reawakening your sex life, spirituality, relationships, and how to live the second half of life as an open field of po...

EP 185: Meet the genius behind BossaBars: Female formulated energy bars

In this episode of The Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast, my guest Julie Gordon White shares why it’s never too late to launch something new. Julie is an entrepreneur extraordinaire, and she shares where her passion and purpose intersected - and why it’s so important to not only walk the walk - but talk the talk. Julie is the creator and CEO of Bossabars - a female formulated energy bar. We talk all the things during this conversation - and you will leave feeling inspired and ready to take on ...

EP184: Finding humor at any age with Carole Montgomery

My words for 2023 was laughter. There's something about having fun and finding joy at this phase of life that is what everyone needs. Carole Montgomery has had a long and varied career. With over two dozen television credits to her name, Carole Montgomery is a respected veteran of the standup comedy scene nationwide.  What began as a way to work with her friends has exploded on the comedy scene. When Carole (a veteran of the stand up scene for over 40 years) started, you would never see two...

EP183: Overcoming obstacles and finding your inner warrior with Amy Polacko

In today's episode meet Amy Polacko. She is the Freedom Warrior. She’s a divorce coach and journalist, whose writing about divorce and women’s issues has been featured in national media. In this episode, she talks about how she empowers women to create an amazing next chapter in their lives, after a divorce or toxic relationships.  Amy’s both a coach and a cheerleader, helping women discover who they truly are, and encouraging them to start focusing on themselves. Her clients gain confidence...

EP182: Sexual Wellness Is Self Care | Dr. Lyndsey Harper

Sexual Wellness Is Self Care | Dr. Lyndsey Harper Dr. Lyndsey Harper is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn, Associate Professor of Ob/Gyn for Texas A&M COM, a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. Dr. Harper is the founder and CEO of Rosy, a women’s health technology company that connects women who have sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. She has been...

EP 181: How do we grow old? A conversation with Mimi Ison, from Hey Middle Age

In today's episode I talk with the amazing Mimi Ison, Founder of Hey Middle Age. Originally a Northern Cali girl, (go Warriors, and A’s), she's been living in LA for over 2 decades. In her mid-50s she was trying to figure out how to do this getting older thing when your body gets as stiff as your fave hardcover book, parents get sick and die, and ageism magnifies all the so-called horrors of this natural part of life. I had let my health flounder, was feeling adrift about my future, and an...

EP180: Advice I'd give my younger self special episode

If you are sitting on the couch and next to you was you 30 year old self - what advice would you give them. This is the question I ask at the end of every episode and during thousands of interviews since launching Fearlessly Facing Fifty this is a special episode of advice from my guests - It's powerful and insightful - and I hope you enjoy it. As I begin an "advice to my younger self" campaign - I hope that you will submit your advice to me. please email me: [email protected]...

EP 179: Mastering the art of reinvention - Meet Ali Gorman

EP 179: The Art Of Reinvention - Meet Ali Gorman

In today's episode you will meet Ali Gorman, and find out exactly what #NTTF means. Mastering the art of reinvention, Ali has taken on new challenges along her journey - and has recently taken on the adventure of launching an app, which launched because  of a conversation with friends.  In this episode we talk about: Alignment and what that looks like for 2023 The power of friends being your pillars Starting something tech without a tech background Advice I'd give my younger self Ali G...

EP178: Not's your mother's menopause - Meet Tamsen Fadal

EP178: It's not your mother's menopause - Meet Tamsen Fadal

Menopause - it's not the M word or even considered Taboo anymore - it's a revolution and in today's episode you will meet one of the champions that talks all things menopause. And for one thing - this is not your Mother's Menopause and we are ready to shout it from the roof tops. We are aging with confidence - and aging boldly! Tamsen Fadal is an Emmy award winning news anchor, author, menopause advocate and champion for women in their prime. She is dedicated to supporting women as they mov...

EP177: Taking the road less traveled with Kristin Dickerson

In today's episode I talk with the amazing Kristin Dickerson. We can all remember the unexpected journey, Eat Pray Love.  Today, I talk with Kristin, who has carved her own incredible path. Kristin is the TV Host of: NBC Texas Today,  Author of: My Journey Back to God and producer of the Documentary: Camino de Santiago Faith Walk. This interview is thoughtful, insightful and genuine, and I admire Kristin for so many reasons. Today we discuss how she and her husband are quit their jobs to w...

EP176: Meet Geri DiPiano - reinventing women's healthcare

We are ever-evolving and as women of a certain age - things change. So often there are certain things we experience that we don't talk about. They may be considered #taboo - but not anymore. In today's episode, Meet Geri DiPiano - CEO and Founder of FemmePharma. Geri is not only a thought-leader around women's health, but an innovator - and today we dig into a topic that so many women experience and we don't talk about. Geri has created a company that is targeted at women's health - and help...

EP 175: Parenting aging parents. It takes a village - Meet Kim and Mike Barnes

In today's episode: meet Kim and Mike Barnes, Founders of the FB community Parenting Aging Parents. When you’re helping your aging parents there can be so much confusion, so many unknowns, so much lingo – it’s hard to even know what to “google” for answers! Mike’s mom has Alzheimer’s, his dad is in his 80s and Kim’s mom is also in her 80s. It’s a journey we know others are going through, as well, so they created a community to provide access to experts, share resources and build a communi...

EP 174: Pillars - those that hold you up and support you. Meet Kimberly Jarboe

In today's episode of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast meet one of my pillars - my amazing friend, Kimberly Jarboe - Pillars - those that hold you up and support you - As you will hear from the conversation - this time of life is challenging - it comes with the gift of time to reflect and really examine where you are and where you want to go - or who you want to become - Kim is a treasure in my life - and we hold each other up, talk each other off the ledge - or reasons to climb back ...

EP173: Let's Age Out Loud with Katie Fogarty

Surround Yourself With Greatness Series - I would love for you to meet Katie Fogarty: A podcast dynamo, LinkedIn guru and friend - on a mission to redefine aging by AGING OUT LOUD! In today's episode I chat with Katie Fogarty, as we dig into what it means to age boldly. Katie is the host of The Certain Age Podcast and recently launched an IG community called AGE OUT LOUD  that spotlights redefining aging. Katie and I share a lot of similarities, and both launched our shows the year we turn...

EP: 172: Untapped Potential with Rob Gaduet, Cajun Navy Ground Force

In today's episode of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast, and as I continue the Surround Yourself With Greatness Series, I am so pleased to have an incredible guest. Rob Gaduet, from the Cajun Navy Ground Force.  Volunteers are often doing the work to help their neighbors pick up the pieces and rebuild. One of those organizations is the Cajun Navy. The group got its start after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 when boat owners stepped up to help rescue people. Since then, Cajun Navy volunteers ha...

EP 171: You are not alone - opening the dialogue on women and stress urinary incontinence

Okay let's talk about it - stress urinary incontinence - it's a thing - and ladies - I'm right there with you - I've recently been using INNOVO to combat bladder leaks and strengthen my pelvic floor and am finding results. Today I have on the fabulous Jamie Hess. Jamie is a TV personality and co-creator of the popular Instagram account, @NYCfitfam with her husband George. We both have tried INNOVO’s clever technology stimulates the pelvic floor to strengthen the muscles and treats the root...

EP170: Meet you at the intersection of passion and purpose. How to start running. Meet Deirdre Fitzpatrick

In this episode of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast, and as part of the Surround Yourself With Greatness Series, meet the incredible Host of Dying To Ask podcast, and KCRA morning anchor, Deirdre Fitzpatrick. She's been a light to me - and always in line cheering me on. She has an energy that's contagious and when I saw her IG video talking about getting running - I knew she was someone to spark that flame for me - to get moving. We cover all the things to get started running, walking, ...

EP 170: When you want to get running and not sure where to start. Meet Deirdre Fitzpatrick

EP 169: 3 hacks to alleviate holiday stress!

A bonus episode all about tips and tricks to alleviate holiday stress. Who gets an upset stomach just thinking about all that has to be done between now and the end of the year...yikes! I've been there - and am a recovering perfectionist for sure! In this bonus episode I share my 3 tips to alleviate holiday stress and enjoy them!    1)  Let go of the P word! Perfectionism. If all the holiday decorations, presents, cookies, outfits, and responsibilities must be done perfectly, you are setti...

EP 168: Surround yourself with greatness challenge for YOU

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EP 167: When the big kid come home for the holidays - Amy Schmidt

Are your #college kids heading home for the holidays?  In this episode, I share some tips for holidays with a full house. Don't have a welcome committee when they walk in the door. Let them ease back in (they are tired) Let the spend time with their friends - they need it. And discuss expectations before they arrive home. It makes a win/win for all. You can read about my tips in greater detail on my blog on Fearlessly Facing Fifty. Here's the link to check it out. or Watch my interview...

EP 166: Unexpected treasure with Ann Teget from Post Card Jar

Welcome to the first guest interview in the surround yourself with greatness series. This interview is special as this was introduction from someone who follows FearlesslyFacingFifty and knew that we would hit it off.  Enjoy this conversation. I'd like to introduce you to Ann Teget. Ann Teget is a native Midwesterner, empty nester, and co-creator of the award-winning travel and lifestyle blog PostcardJar.com. Along with her husband, Steve, she  enthusiastically shares authentic stories a...

EP 165: Surround yourself with greatness with Amy Schmidt

So excited to be back!!!  This is the first episode in a new series for the Fearlessly Facing Fifty (and beyond) podcast. I love being back behind the mic - and this series - Surround Yourself With Greatness is near and dear to my heart. When you look around what do you see? We all want  to experience success in our relationships, in our business, in our finances. So why is it such a challenge to find fulfillment, and joy in these areas? The answer is simple You are surrounded by greatnes...

EP164: What's next for you? Want to go to camp?

So what's next for you? A question we have often when we reach a certain age. How about heading to camp? In today's episode I have the amazing founders of Camp Reinvention on the show, Dana Hilmer and Wendy Perrotti. Once a year they offer an amazing course designed just for you - those that may wonder what is next. Grab a seat at the Camp Reinvention Career Change Accelerator and during the 12 week course you will identify and gain focus around your next steps. And I'm excited because I ...

EP 163: An inspiring conversation with the amazing Jenny Hubbard

When Jenny Hubbard lost her six-year-old daughter Catherine in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, she was confronted with a grief and loss no parent should ever face. And yet, In the depths of her pain, she sought to inspire and founded the CVH Animal Sanctuary in her daughter’s memory, creating a place of healing for humans, animals and the environment – a place to fulfill one little girl’s dream of kindness and compassion for all. Now, Jenny Hubbard is sharing her jour...

EP 162: Age is NOT just a number. Meet Girls Gone 50 Founders

Age is NOT just a number.  Amen! Are you ready to grow up and not grow old?   Today’s episode will inspire you to #cannonballwithconfidence. This podcast was so popular - that we decided to share it again. Listen in as two award-winning ad creatives talk about launching their #AgeisNOTjustaNumber video campaign — an “Age Anthem” tackling ageism head-on.  I was part of the campaign and loved every minute of it – you can watch it here. If you believe that “age doesn’t define you, that substa...

EP 161: Walk your way to confidence with Joyce Shulman

Walking your way to better with Joyce Shulman - replay of the fabulous conversation with 99 Walks Founder, Joyce Shulman Walking is more than just a way to increase the blood flow throughout your body, but it’s also the easiest exercise you can do to improve your overall health. Join me in this episode as we walk towards a better life with Joyce Shulman! She is the co-founder and CEO of Macaroni Kid and 99 Walks, an app that empowers women to track their walk and walk the path to a better ...

EP 160: Mastering the art of downsizing with Hunt and Peck estate services

Hunt & Peck Estate Services has over 20 years experience in the downsizing of fine estates and collections. Featuring a combined 35 years of broad-range specialism, our academic knowledge and research will prove instrumental to the sale of your collections and estates. Full service auction company We focus on fine and general-household estate auctions Our auctions have large online audiences of hundreds of thousands of bidders We specialize in tight timelines and exigent cataloguing Al...

EP 159: The Power of Reinvention. Meet the EvolveMe Co-Founders

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg, co-founders of EvolveMe, about their passion for midlife career reinvention for women. Judy and Linda share the story behind their brand, EvolveMe, as well as their professional backgrounds. They will also talk about the skills they have learned working together. You'll hear from Judy and Linda about how they are committed to making the workplace about women supporting women. You will...

EP 158: The Power of Reinvention. Meet the EvolveMe Co-Founders

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg, co-founders of EvolveMe, about their passion for midlife career reinvention for women. Judy and Linda share the story behind their brand, EvolveMe, as well as their professional backgrounds. They will also talk about the skills they have learned working together. You'll hear from Judy and Linda about how they are committed to making the workplace about women supporting women. You will...

EP 158: Shattering Age Old & Old Age Perceptions. Meet Meri Frischman

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Meri Frischman, founder of The Pro-Age Woman. Meri is an advocate for positive aging and celebrates women over 50 through connection, conversation, inspiration, fashion and events. Meri will talk about her journey and how it has been a gift to her. She will also talk about her recipe for success.  You will discover the one thing Meri particularly enjoys and how it's been is key to her success. Kristen will also...

EP 157: Thriving at midlife. Meet the Midlife Mentors

Midlife can be challenging. During this episode you will meet a dynamic duo behind the Midlife Mentors. It’s time to step away from the madness we manifest in our attempts to attain goals that are unachievable, as we help you focus on the daily opportunities that redefine who and what you are, with the wisdom that comes with age. Here's what we talk about in this episode with Midlife Mentors, Claire and James Davis. How our hormones are changing in midlife for both women and men AND what w...

EP 156: What is Psychedelic Psychotherapy? Meet Heather Lee

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Heather Lee, a certified clinical anxiety therapist, a certified psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist, the founder of MedicineWomanRetreats, and the former director of women's health education at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Heather Lee has been a therapist for over 25 years, using psychedelic psychotherapy as an effective path for many seeking relief from depression and anxiety. She'll share her ow...

EP 155: Revolutionary Aromatherapy. Meet Tammy Davis

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Tammy Davis, founder of Revolutionary Aromatherapy and clinical aromatherapy master.  Tammy's speciality has evolved over the years into the biology of the stress response. She will share what drew her to aromatherapy and who influenced her along the way. She will also share her insights on essential oils and aromatherapy. You discover why Robert Tisserand is responsible for the English-speaking world's understa...

EP 154: Confidence takes practice. Meet Deirdre Fitzpatrick

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Deirdre Fitzpatrick, KCRA morning news anchor, Dying To Ask Podcast host, and Hearst Olympic Team Reporter. Deirdre is also a four-time Emmy award winner for in writing, anchoring and reporting. She will share how she found her passion and purpose for journalism. She will also talk about her morning routine as a morning news anchor at KCRA-TV.  You'll discover Deirdre's advice for people who want to find their tribe.  She ...

EP 153: Brand strategist, NY Times best selling author and great human. Meet Christina Geist

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Christina Geist, a brand strategist, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author of children's books. Christina is also the founder and CEO of Boombox Gifts and co-founder of True Geist. She is a passionate advocate for women's voices and loves shining a light on women in her life every day. She will share her story and explain why she believes life is a long game.  She will also talk about the inspiration behind her...

EP 152: Sharing Our Sexual Story. Meet Dr. Juliana Hauser

Summary On today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa talk with Dr. Juliana Hauser, media expert, thought leader, educator, therapist and coach. Dr. Juliana has been helping people rethink and reimagine sex, sexuality and relationships for 20 years. As she shares her story, she talks about her belief that your sexuality is the essence of who you are. She will also talk about the REVEALED course she offers and her approach to teaching the skill of agency. You will learn why knowi...

EP 151: Let go of overwhelm and embrace what's next. Meet Andrea Hipps

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Andrea Hipps, a divorce coach. Andrea is passionate about changing divorce norms and helping women create a space that is entirely about them and very little about their former partners.  As she shares her story, Andrea will talk about her own divorce and what she found most disappointing about it. She will also discuss the Divorce Differently summit and what it's all about.   You will discover why Andrea perceive...

EP 150: Contentment or Happiness? Meet Niro Feliciano

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Niro Feliciano, author, psychotherapist, podcast host, national media commentator, and expert on anxiety, brain science, and spirituality. Niro has been an anxiety specialist for the past 17 years.  As she shares her story, Niro will discuss how her book title, "This Book Won't Make You Happy: Eight Keys To Finding True Contentment," came about. She will also discuss why she felt divine intervention during the publis...

EP 149: What's it like to be one of American's funniest moms? Meet Karen Morgan

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Karen Morgan, a former trial attorney and stand-up comedian. Karen transitioned from a trial lawyer to a stay-at-home mom and then to comedy. Interestingly, her professional comedy career kicked off as a finalist on Nickelodeon Television's "Search for the Funniest Mom in America." As she shares her story, Karen will discuss why she believes she has employment ADHD. She will also talk about her least favorite part o...

EP 148: From fed up consumers to motivated producers. Meet Nancy Becker

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Nancy Becker, founder of 2Betties — a Mother and Daughter duo on a mission to transform the snack food industry. Their delicious baked snacks are made with simple quality ingredients, all 100% natural with no refined sugar, additives or preservatives. Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll fi...

EP 147: Size doesn't matter, fit DOES with Scarlett DeBease

 Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Scarlett DeBease, an image consultant, personal stylist, speaker and author of Stop Stressing About Dressing. Scarlett has the incredible gift of helping women dress in a way that makes them feel empowered and show up as their best selves. Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable in...

EP 146: Looking forward with Alex Sanfilippo

In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Alex Sanfilippo, a podcasting guru, the host of the top-rated show, Podcasting Made Simple, and the founder of PodPros, which focuses on serving, connecting and empowering independent podcasters.  Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different genera...