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HOT FLASHES & COOL TOPICS

356 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 132 ratings

A podcast for women in midlife and beyond. We talk about everything to do with this time of life from relationships and careers, health and wellness to celebrity interviews with Patricia Heaton, Carla Hall, Gretchen Carlson and more. New episode every Wednesday.

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Live Longer and Healthier! Secrets Shared by The Blue Zones’ Dan Buettner

January 05, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MB

Dan Buettner is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist and producer, and New York Times bestselling author. He discovered the five places in the world – dubbed blue zones hotspots – where people live the longest, healthiest lives. On this week's episode, we talk to Dan about the 9 common traits that those who live in the Blue Zones share and about his new book, The Blue Zones Challenge, A 4-Week Plan for a Longer, Better Life.   The traits are move naturally, have...

Learn About Clean Beauty with Expert Kathryn Dickinson

December 29, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MB

Do you know what ingredients are in your skincare or lotions?  Do you know what Clean Beauty means?  This week we went straight to an expert for the answers.  Kathryn Dickinson is founder of Aillea Beauty Boutiques (and online) and she has over 20 years experience in the beauty industry.  After developing severe allergies in midlife, Kathryn needed to become the industry expert in safe ingredients with effective and high performing products. She has now spent years doing extensive research ...

A Peaceful Death with Palliative Care Dr. Kathryn Mannix

December 22, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MB

The holidays can be a stressful time for many people who have lost a loved one or may be caring for someone who is ill.  We invited Dr. Kathryn Mannix to discuss death, palliative care and how to have those difficult conversations.   Dr. Mannix has over 30 years of experience and has witnessed 10,000 - 15,000 deaths.  In her book With The End in Mind, Dr. Mannix explains that the process of death (unless under tragic circumstances) can be quite peaceful for the patient and that brings comfo...

A Peaceful Death with Palliative Care Expert Dr. Kathryn Mannix

December 22, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MB

The holidays can be a stressful time for many people who have lost a loved one or may be caring for someone who is ill.  We invited Dr. Kathryn Mannix to discuss death, palliative care and how to have those difficult conversations.   Dr. Mannix has over 30 years of experience and has witnessed 10,000 - 15,000 deaths.  In her book With The End in Mind, Dr. Mannix explains that the process of death (unless under tragic circumstances) can be quite peaceful for the patient and that brings comfo...

Surgical Menopause and HRT with Ms. Medicine‘s Dr. Lisa Larkin

December 15, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MB

This episode is the audio portion from our recent Revel Session with Dr. Lisa Larkin.  Hot Flashes & Cool Topics podcast is currently hosting a 6 month series on Menopause and Positive Aging on the Revel platform. www.hellorevel.com We were excited to have Dr. Larkin as our expert guest for the Surgical Menopause and HRT session.  Trained at Yale, and the University of Chicago, Dr. Lisa Larkin is a board-certified internist, business owner, and entrepreneur practicing internal medicine and...

Bonus Episode: Shoe Lovers! Make Midlife Easier with Walking Cradles

December 10, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MB

Another installment in our Make Midlife Easier for the holidays!  This episode we talk to Lisa Schmitz from Walking Cradles Shoes about how shoes for women can be comfortable but still stylish.  We have found a solution for your sore feet with Walking Cradles.  The Walking Cradle Company offers unique, stylish and comfortable women's shoes in a broad array of sizes and widths: Including slim, narrow, wide and wide (not so easy to find in 2021). Best of all, our listeners get 20% off using ...

Sleep Better with Dr. Lynelle Schneeberg

December 08, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MB

This week we are talking about sleep! Lack of sleep and sleep anxiety are common complaints for women in midlife and beyond.  We have invited Dr. Lynelle Schneeberg to share practical ways to stop the dread of the bed.  Dr. Schneeberg, PsyD, is a sleep psychologist, an assistant professor at the Yale School of Medicine and the director of the behavioral sleep program at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center.   She uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia to treat her patients and on thi...

Actress Sharon Gless: Apparently There Were Complaints

December 01, 2021 08:00 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MB

This week we enjoy an amazing conversation with multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winning actress Sharon Gless.   Sharon is best know for her roles as Christine Cagney in Cagney and Lacey and Debbie Novotny in Queer as Folk but her first series role started in 1973.  She has been nonstop acting since that time. In her new Memoir: Apparently There Were Complaints, she shares her journey and retells funny and poignant stories of her career, her personal struggles and great triumphs.  It is told ...

Menopause: Our Stories Pt. 2

November 24, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MB

This week Colleen and Bridgett are doing things a little different.  After many requests for our personal experiences with perimenopause, menopause and midlife, we are updating our stories.  We are also adding in a holiday cheer! The episode will begin with our annual "Can Bridgett Guess the Cost?".  Each year, we explore the Neiman Marcus Holiday Gift Guide (Extravagant Gift section) and Colleen shares a few of the most expensive gifts from the catalog.  Bridgett then attempts to guess the...

Anxiety and Trauma: Healing in Nature with Dr. Rochelle Calvert

November 17, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB

Our guest this week is Dr. Rochelle Calvert, author of Healing With Nature, Nature - Based Mindfulness and Somatic Meditations to Heal Trauma.  Did you know that almost 70% of adults have experienced some form of trauma in their lives?  Dr. Calvert explains that "trauma" is an umbrella term for events and/or circumstances in your life that cause distress and anxiety.  For example, a pandemic is a global trauma. Dr. Calvert shows us ways we can reclaim and inhabit the full aliveness of our b...

Migraine Relief: Make Midlife Easier with CEFALY

November 13, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

Our bonus episodes in November are featuring products that we believe help make midlife easier.  Today we are talking to the CEO of Cefaly, Jen Trainor McDermott.  CEFALY is the only over the counter medical device that treats active migraine attacks and helps to prevent future attacks. Most migraines involve the trigeminal nerve, the largest and most complex cranial nerve.  CEFALY sends tiny electrical impulses through a self-adhesive electrode placed on the forehead to stimulate the trige...

Menopause Symptoms: How Essential Oils Can Help With Dr. Mariza Snyder

November 10, 2021 08:00 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MB

We can never have too many tools in our menopause tool box.  On this week's episode, we talk to Dr. Mariza Snyder about her new book The Essential Oils Menopause Solution Book.  From peppermint to lavender, frankincense to vetiver, we talk about what are essential oils and how they can help with menopausal symptoms including insomnia, headaches, anxiety, fatigue and even food cravings.  Dr. Snyder explains the power of essential oils and their proper use to benefit women's physical and ment...

The Age of Aquarius: Aging Gracefully with the 5th Dimension‘s Florence LaRue

November 03, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 45 MB

This week we speak to Florence LaRue, six time Grammy Award winner and lead singer of the legendary group The 5th Dimension. Ms. LaRue has been busy touring with The 5th Dimension, her one woman show and re-exploring the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival in Questlove's "Summer of Soul".  In addition, she has written a book on beauty, aging and self-improvement, Grace in Your Second Act.  She shares her secrets to health and wellness and relationships and much more. Listen to Hot Flashes & Cool...

Breast Cancer: Know Your Genetic Risk Assessment with Dr. Holly Pederson

October 27, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MB

In today’s episode, we share an extremely important conversation with Dr. Pederson to discuss the risk assessment for breast cancer, genetic testing, 3D mammograms, and the correlation between breast density and breast cancer. Dr Holly Pederson is Director of Medical Breast Services at Cleveland Clinic and an expert on breast cancer and its risk factors. Dr. Pederson explains that risk assessment involves a careful, thorough intake of family history with cancer and reporting the results to ...

Walking For Wellness and Weight Loss with Michele Stanten and Gennev

October 20, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

On this episode, we talk to Michele Stanten, a walking coach, ACE-certified fitness instructor and co-author of The Walking Solution and author of Walk Off Weight, Walk Your Way to Better Health.  Too many people discount walking as a form of exercise but Michele explains the physical and mental benefits of a walking exercise routine.  She has also partnered with Gennev (the online telehealth program for Menopause medical and lifestyle solutions) to create Get Moving - The Free Walking Progr...

Hallmark‘s Sweetheart Nikki DeLoach on Movies, Midlife Secrets and Her Work with Alzheimers

October 13, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MB

This week we welcome one of Hallmark's leading ladies Nikki DeLoach.  Nikki is a busy actress, philanthropist, producer and activist.  On this episode, she shares her secrets to a healthy midlife, her excitement for upcoming shows on Hallmark and her passionate fight against Alzheimers.  She is a Celebrity Champion and spokesperson for The Alzheimer’s Association in honor of her father who is currently living with Pick’s Disease, a rare form of dementia. She also has an impressive resume o...

Let Me Hear Your Body Talk with Body Language Expert Jan Hargrave

October 06, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MB

How do you communicate with the world?  What is your body communicating that your words may not saying.  As the nation’s leading behavioral authority, body language expert and trial consultant, Jan Hargrave provides us with the skills we need to truly “read” ourselves and everyone around us.  Non-verbal cues in dating, business, family dynamics and friendships are just a few of the tricks she teaches us.  When is someone being deceptive? What do they do when they are interested in you and...

Welcome to Your Midlife Tribe: Revel Community Founders Lisa Marrone and Alexa Wahr

September 29, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MB

Welcome to Season 3 of Hot Flashes & Cool Topics podcast!  We are excited to be partnering with the Revel community and its founders Lisa Marrone & Alexa Wahr to offer an amazing series on Menopause, Women's Health and Positive Aging.  First session starts October 5th @ 3:00 explaining menopause and symptoms with Dr. Liz Lyster.  New sessions will be up the first Tuesday of each month.  Sign up for free now. Lisa and Alexa are not even 40, but they seem to understand the challenges of midl...

Cucumber Clothing: Cool Designs for Midlife Women

September 22, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MB

In our last episode of Season 2, we talk to the Eileen Willet and Nancy Zeffman, founders of Cucumber Clothing.  Cucumber Clothing offers luxury, cooling, sustainable clothing and nightwear for women.  From dresses and sleepwear to tops and bottoms, the cutting edge technical fabrics intersect with beautiful, seasonless style to create a beautiful and easy to wear collection.  The wicking pjs allow sweat to move away from the body and create a more comfortable sleep.  They promote sustainabi...

Josie Bissett Part 2: From Melrose Place to an Incredible Midlife

September 15, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MB

On this episode, we continue our conversation with actress Josie Bissett.  Now that her children are in college, Josie finds herself in a place many midlife women themselves - a place of transition.  We discuss her work during this time of transition, her health and wellness and her hopes for the future (an ensemble series perhaps?).  Of course, we talk menopause as well. We discuss her children's book Tickle Monster and how it has become such a mainstay for many families to promote bonding...

Josie Bissett: From Melrose Place to an Incredible Midlife

September 11, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MB

This week's guest is the incredible actress Josie Bissett.  Josie is recognized internationally for her role as the popular 'Jane Mancini' on FOX-TV's "Melrose Place," which ended its successful seven-year run in May 1999.  The Seattle native began her career in front of the camera at the age of 12 as a model in print advertisements and television commercials.  At 16, she left home and moved to Japan to further her career and at 17 headed to Hollywood to make her mark.  Josie soon landed th...

Anxiety Sisters: The Healing Power of Social Connection

September 08, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MB

On this episode, we talk to the Anxiety Sisters.  Anxiety was already the most common mental health disorder in the United States, and then came the Pandemic. So if you’re feeling anxious, join the Anxiety Sister's Club. Abs (Abbe Greenberg) and Mags (Maggie Sarachek) have spent the past thirty years figuring out how to outsmart their anxiety-ridden brains, and the last five years sharing what they’ve learned with a growing online community of more than 200,000 like-minded sufferers from ...

Women Over 50 Film Festival: A Place to Be Seen and Heard

September 01, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 53.6 MB

On this episode, we celebrate women over 50 with the Women Over 50 Film Festival.  The festival's creator Nuahla O'Sullivan shares her story and how the festival came to be.  In 2014 she wrote and produced a short film, Microscope, and it was her experience of submitting this short to film festivals and attending festivals that brought home to her how underrepresented older women were on both sides of the camera.  WOFFF was then created. Women Over 50 Film Festival (WOFFF) champions and sho...

Having Thyroid Problems? Understanding Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism with Lisa Andrews

August 25, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MB

On this episode, we speak with Registered Dietician Lisa Andrews about our thyroid gland.  What it is?  What it does in the body? What are the problems associated with it?  We learn symptoms of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and Hashimotos and how many mirror perimenopausal symptoms.  Lisa wrote the book The Complete Thyroid Cookbook and she shares dietary concerns, food sensitivities and inflammation.  It is important that women in midlife ask that their thyroid levels be checked because m...

BOLDER NOT OLDER WITH HAIR BIOLOGY

August 18, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MB

On this episode, we discuss the many hair challenges women face in midlife and beyond. Procter & Gamble's Head Disruptor Kim Jackson and Principal Engineer of Research and Development Connie Roetker join us to talk about Hair Biology, a line of hair care found at Target.  Yes, we said Target!  Hair Biology believes in the power of celebrating age and the experience that comes with it. Procter & Gamble has formulated products designed to work with our unique hair biology, for diverse women w...

How to Stay Marketable in Midlife with Bonnie Marcus

August 11, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MB

On this episode, we talk about how women in midlife and beyond are feeling the pressure to stay viable at work.  Bonnie Marcus, author of Not Done Yet, How Women over 50 Regain Their Confidence and Claim Workplace power, shares her insights and practical tips for our listeners.  With 20+ years of sales and management experience, Bonnie’s extensive business background includes CEO of a ServiceMaster company and VP of Sales at Medical Staffing Network and two others national companies in the ...

Lesley Ann Warren: Cinderella is Living an Incredible Midlife and Beyond

August 04, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 68.7 MB

On Episode 65, we speak with the amazingly talented actress, Lesley Ann Warren.  After winning Broadway’s “Most Promising Newcomer” Award at the age of 17, in the Broadway production 110 In the Shade, Lesley Ann Warren found stardom on the small screen in the title role of the legendary Rogers & Hammerstein’s musical adaptation of Cinderella. It was her brilliant performance in Blake Edwards’ comic masterpiece, Victor/Victoria, that won her nominations for an Academy Award, and a Golden Glo...

Women and Drinking: The Best Kept Secret and the Dangers of Alcoholics Anonymous

July 28, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MB

On this episode, we talk to Gabrielle Glaser, author of HER BEST KEPT SECRET- WHY WOMEN DRINK AND HOW THEY CAN REGAIN CONTROL.  Drinking during the pandemic is on the rise and it is especially true for women.  Stress, juggling family at home with work and other life stressors are causing more and more women to grab for the Chardonnay.  Gabrielle explores the cultural history of women and drinking and some new scientific approaches that may be helpful.   She also shares the little known dang...

Gilmore Girls Secrets Shared by Set Costumer and Ice Cream Lover Valerie Campbell

July 24, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

Did you love the Gilmore Girls as much as we did?  Were you Team Jess, Team Dean or Team Logan?   Shhhh, Team Jess all the way!  We find out about the fun and behind the scene secrets from Key Set Costumer Valerie Campbell.  Valerie started Season I of the Gilmore Girls and was Costume Supervisor by the Miniseries return.  She tells stories of the cast and crew, long hours spent laughing and the sweetest members to work alongside.  Valerie has worked on the sets of The Last Tycoon, Mad Men, ...

Menopause Relief for Dryness, Insomnia and Fatigue with Estrogen Free Kindra Products

July 21, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MB

Dryness and lack of sleep plague many menopausal women.  We talk to the CEO of Kindra products, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber about the creation of Kindra products to help combat some of the most frequent menopausal symptoms.  She explains that the products include the Vaginal Lotion and Applicator for vaginal dryness, the Core Dietary Supplement to help with mood, the Sleep Enhancing Dietary Supplement to promote sleep and relaxation and the Energy Boosting Dietary Supplement to increase your e...

Learn How Astrology is Linked to Human Nature with Leslie McGuirk

July 14, 2021 07:00 - 45 minutes - 62.2 MB

On this episode, we learn about Astrology and how it links to our own human nature.  How much do you know about Astrology?  It is so much more than just your zodiac sign.  Astrologer Leslie McGuirk, explains Astrology 101 and how we can learn about our personal "owner's manual" to improve our lives. Leslie's book, The Power Of Mercury, (Harper Collins) is about her life as an astrologer and how this ancient esoteric science is incredibly accurate in describing how people are designed. She c...

Ageism: Redesigning Age with the Founder of AGEIST, David Stewart

July 07, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MB

Let's talk Ageism.  It is a form of discrimination that is unacceptable yet still readily apparent in today's society.  David Stewart is the Founder of AGEIST and he is on a mission to change that narrative.  AGEIST is an online platform sharing a vibrant view of life in midlife and beyond through health, relationships, style, culture and more. David is a champion of the modern 50+ lifestyle, and a leading authority on the mindset and aspirations that drive this influential demographic.  Fr...

Camp is Not Just for Kids: Campowerment for Grown Ups with Tammi Leader Fuller

July 03, 2021 11:12 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

For this bonus episode, we are talking to Tammi Leader Fuller.   Tammi spent almost three decades as an award-winning Television Producer (The TODAY Show, CBS News, NBC News and EXTRA) and then took a leap of faith to found Campowerment, a camp where “grown-ups” can grow into their full potential. Campowerment is an expert-led community of women who connect on purpose. Programs are offered in person, online and now designed for companies. Hailed by Oprah, the Today Show, CNN and Reader's Di...

Dethrone Your Inner Critic with Psychotherapist Joanna Kleinman

June 30, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MB

On this episode, we explore the power of your inner critic.  Do you allow that critical voice to control your actions? Do you understand that voice is not sharing your true thoughts? Our guest, Joanna Kleinman is a licensed psychotherapist, Amazon #1 international best selling author of Dethroning Your Inner Critic, life and corporate coach, podcast host of The Dethroning Your Inner Critic podcast, and public speaker.  She is also the creator of The M.I.N.D Method™, a time tested, proven sy...

Look Expensive without Breaking the Bank with Glamour's "Ask Andrea"

June 26, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MB

Andrea Pomerantz Lustig, author of How to Look Expensive is our guest for this Bonus Episode.  Andrea was known around the offices of Glamour as the "Beauty Sleuth," thanks to the wildly popular beauty advice column and articles she wrote for the magazine for over a decade. She also spent ten years as a beauty and fitness director at Cosmopolitan. She regularly appears in the national media, on shows including The Early Show, Good Morning America, Today, Oprah, and Entertainment Tonight. He...

Fran Drescher: The Nanny on Broadway to Cancer Schmancer

June 23, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

Fran Drescher is our amazing guest this week.  We talk about it all! Fran received two Emmy and two Golden Globe nominations for her portrayal as the lovable “MissFine” on CBS’s hit series,The Nanny, which she both created and executive produced.   Fran Drescher is also a 20-year uterine cancer survivor, Fran turns lemons into lemonade and pain into purpose through her leadership as a cancer advocate. She is the Founder, President, and Visionary of the non-profit, Cancer Schmancer Movement....

Sex and Midlife:Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationships with Leyna Nyugen

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MB

Our guest this week is Leyna Nyugen, host of the podcast Consenting Adults Show.   We talk about consensual non-monogamous relationships and sex over 40.  Leyna explains 40+ adults are more open, experiment more, and have finally embraced the living part of life.  From open marriages to swinging, ethical non-monogamy, sex workers, and chasing that libido, Leyna's guests reveal what really goes on behind closed doors and how they’re enjoying sex and life more than ever. It is an educational a...

Sex and Midlife: Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationships with Leyna Nguyen

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MB

Our guest this week is Leyna Nguyen, host of the podcast Consenting Adults Show.   We talk about consensual non-monogamous relationships and sex over 40.  Leyna explains 40+ adults are more open, experiment more, and have finally embraced the living part of life.  From open marriages to swinging, ethical non-monogamy, sex workers, and chasing that libido, Leyna's guests reveal what really goes on behind closed doors and how they’re enjoying sex and life more than ever. It is an educational a...

Sex and Midlife: Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationships with Leyna Nyugen

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MB

Our guest this week is Leyna Nyugen, host of the podcast Consenting Adults Show.   We talk about consensual non-monogamous relationships and sex over 40.  Leyna explains 40+ adults are more open, experiment more, and have finally embraced the living part of life.  From open marriages to swinging, ethical non-monogamy, sex workers, and chasing that libido, Leyna's guests reveal what really goes on behind closed doors and how they’re enjoying sex and life more than ever. It is an educational a...

Hyaluronic Acid and Hormone Defying Science with Caire Beauty

June 09, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

On this episode, we speak to the founders of Caire Beauty, Lorrie King and Celeste Lee.  With fans like Carla Hall, Caire Beauty is quickly making its mark for midlife women.  As Celeste and Lorrie explain, 40 is when hormone decline for women accelerates and causes all kinds of unexpected change. At 50 aka menopause, the decline is fast and significant. This situation is different than ongoing photo aging (which is caused by the sun), it’s what happens to the actual structure of skin, mean...

Answers to Your Bladder Issues with Lisa King

June 02, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MB

A common complaint for women in midlife and beyond is bladder issues.  Urinary leakage, overactive bladder and UTI are some examples of the challenges women are facing.  Lisa King is a Pharmacist of 32 years and is passionate about helping others live a healthy lifestyle through tiny shifts in their daily routine that lead to big results in better health. After her own struggles with chronic illness, Lisa became an advocate for bladder health.  We talk about dietary changes like removing ca...

Did I Say That Out Loud? Midlife Indignities with Kristin van Ogtrop

May 26, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

On this episode, we talk to Kristin van Ogtrop, former editor in chief of Real Simple magazine and author of the new book, Did I Say That Out Loud? Midlife Indignities and How to Survive Them.   Featuring stories from her own life, as well as anecdotes from her unwitting friends and family, Kristin encourages you to laugh at the small irritations of midlife: neglectful children, stealth insomnia, forks that try to kill you and abdominal muscles that can't get the job done.  It is an irrever...

Stacy London: From What Not To Wear to State of Menopause

May 19, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MB

This episode we talk to celebrity stylist Stacy London.  Stacy is one of America’s foremost style experts. She is best known as the co-host of TLC’s iconic show, “What Not to Wear.” Following that success, she hosted and executive produced 3 seasons of “Love Lust or Run.” Stacy has written two books, Dress Your Best, which was published to stellar reviews, and The Truth About Style, a New York Times bestseller.  Stacy is now CEO of State of Menopause.  She is doing what she has done her ent...

Next Tribe: Offering Midlife Opportunities to Start Your Business, Travel and Create Community

May 15, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MB

Next Tribe is a lifestyle network for smart, engaged women over 45.  We speak to one of its founders, Jeannie Ralston.  She started this online platform to promote and engage women of this age. This online platform shares diverse information and offers professional and travel opportunities.  Jeannie talks about several summits that are offered through Next Tribe.  The next one is the Start-Your-Business BootCamp. The bootcamp will offer experts and mentors trained for women over 45 and at t...

Women's Heart Health and the Dangers of Hormone Pellet Therapy with Dr. Lisa Larkin

May 12, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MB

On this episode, we discuss women's cardiovascular health, the current state of healthcare and the dangers of hormone pellet therapy with the CEO of Ms. Medicine, Dr. Lisa Larkin Dr. Lisa Larkin is a board-certified internist practicing internal medicine and women’s health since 1991. She is the Founder and CEO of Ms. Medicine, LLC, a national membership organization for women’s health clinicians and a concierge women’s health primary care network. She is also owner and President of Lisa La...

Women‘s Heart Health and the Dangers of Hormone Pellet Therapy with Dr. Lisa Larkin

May 12, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MB

On this episode, we discuss women's cardiovascular health, the current state of healthcare and the dangers of hormone pellet therapy with the CEO of Ms. Medicine, Dr. Lisa Larkin Dr. Lisa Larkin is a board-certified internist practicing internal medicine and women’s health since 1991. She is the Founder and CEO of Ms. Medicine, LLC, a national membership organization for women’s health clinicians and a concierge women’s health primary care network. She is also owner and President of Lisa La...

Mothers and Daughters: Complicated Relationships, Cults and Closure with Ronit Plank

May 08, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MB

Bonus Episode!  We talk to Ronit Plank about her new Memoir, When She Comes Back.  It is the story of her mother, who left Ronit and her sister to become a member of a cult and how she healed the relationship when her mother returned. Ronit is host & producer of the award-winning podcast And Then Everything Changed featuring interviews with survivors, authors, thought leaders, and people in recovery about pivotal moments in their lives & decisions that have defined them. When She Comes Back...

Laura Geller: Changing the Face of Beauty for Women over 40 and Loving Every Minute of It

May 05, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MB

On this episode, we speak to Laura Geller, CEO of Laura Geller Beauty.  From an early age, Laura Geller has had a love affair with beauty. Her passion led her to become a successful make-up artist.  But it was Laura’s devotion to making make-up work for real women that led her to create her own beauty brand and launch it on QVC over 23 years ago. We talk about the company's pivot to exclusively showcasing models over 40, how her products work well with mature skin and her personal journey....

How to Shop Smarter: Find the Best Deals with Trae Bodge

April 28, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

Do you find it difficult to pay full price for a product or service? You are not alone.  On this episode, we talk to Smart Shopper and TV Commentator Trae Bodge.  Trae has appeared on TV hundreds of times; including Good Morning America’s GMA3, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, Inside Edition, CNBC, and local network affiliates nationwide. She is a contributor at MSN.com and Millie Magazine for Synchrony, and her writing and expert commentary have appeared in Newsweek, Woman’s Day, Forbes,...

Womaness: Modern Menopause Products at a Target Near You

April 21, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MB

Menopausal products now be found at Target.  Yes, we said Target! An innovative collection of modern menopause products, Womaness is the first line of defense against perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, from hot flashes to brain fog, fine lines to vaginal dryness, low libido to bladder leaks. Created by Sally Mueller and Michelle Jacobs, who collectively have helped to launch and define some of the most popular women lifestyle brands, they saw an opportunity to serve the 50+ million wom...

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