Messy Middle Road Trip
128 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsBuckle up as you embark on the adventure of a lifetime, navigating the twists and turns of living your best life after 40. The open road is about freedom and possibility, where anything might happen. That’s the idea behind Messy Middle Road Trip, because mid-life is like an epic road trip. Join Janine Queenin and Nicole Markel as they interview women who are driving into mid-life at full speed with the top down and radio blasting. To learn more, go to messymiddleroadtrip.com
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EO27: Common travel mistakes and how to fix them
March 29, 2019 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBEveryone makes mistakes, but there’s something about making a mistake while we’re on the road that makes it seem so much worse. On today's mini-podcast Janine will give you a few tips and tricks to keep you on track and make your vacation as stress-free as possible.
EO26: Making Big Changes in Midlife with Lori Massicot
March 22, 2019 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWelcome to the Messy Middle Road Trip podcast. Today, we’re talking to Lori Massicot a certified nutrition coach, sober coach, podcast host and lover of all things mid-life about her decision to quit drinking at age 45 and how that decision changed everything.
EO25: Can an MLM Successfully Provide You With Supplemental Income for Retirement?
March 15, 2019 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.54 MBOn today's episode, Nicole is talking about the positive impact an MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) business can have on your retirement plans. You'll uncover what a pyramid scheme really is and learn the benefits of creating residual income, the pitfalls of the non-financial transition to retirement, what you need to become a distributor, characteristics of a successful home-based business owner and the top 5 things you can do to help you find the right fit.
EO24: Clean Eating with Janine and Nicole
March 08, 2019 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBOn today's episode, Janine and Nicole are talking about the trend for clean eating. We are being bombarded with all sorts of claims, including the benefits of drinking celery juice, AIP, Whole 30, Elimination diets, etc. You'll hear about their clean eating journeys and learn about ways to incorporate healthy food choices without breaking the bank.
EO23: Face and Fix Your Fear of Flying
March 01, 2019 14:00 - 10 minutes - 6.99 MBDo you fly with white knuckles and clenched a jaw? Today's mini-podcast is about the fear of flying and how to deal with it, so fear doesn’t hold you back from seeing the world.
EO22: Autoimmune Warrior and Clean Eating Advocate Karen Bobinski
February 22, 2019 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBKaren Bobinski hopped in the convertible today to talk about how to incorporate diet, exercise, self-care, mindfulness, and self-love to thrive with an autoimmune disease. Karen is an autoimmune warrior and wellness advocate. She believes in the premise, “Let food be thy medicine” while learning how to optimize our well being.
EO21Part Two: Getting Real About Sex in Midlife with Dr. Ruxandra LeMay
February 16, 2019 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBPsychologist and author, Dr. Ruxandra LeMay will be joining us in this two-part podcast as we discuss getting real about sex, intimacy, and marriage in the middle of life. Helping couples reconnect and renew their relationship is her specialty and we cannot wait to hop in the convertible and get this road trip started. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com
EO21Part One: Getting Real About Sex in Midlife with Dr. Ruxandra LeMay
February 15, 2019 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBPsychologist and author, Dr. Ruxandra LeMay will be joining us in this two-part podcast as we discuss getting real about sex, intimacy, and marriage in the middle of life. Helping couples reconnect and renew their relationship is her specialty and we cannot wait to hop in the convertible and get this road trip started. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com
EO20: Is Your Laundry Detergent Clean, Green and Safe?
February 08, 2019 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.69 MBNicole Markel will be dishing the dirt on dirty laundry. Detergent that is. Did you know that there might be dangerous toxins lurking in that Rainforest scented detergent? Today, you will get tips about what ingredients to avoid and why along with some suggestions to get you started on your non-toxic journey right now. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com
EO19: How to Start a Clothing Manufacturing Business Part Two
February 02, 2019 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBSue Marshall Meg DeCubellis from illumiNITE reflective athleticwear take a ride in the convertible to talk about running a woman-owned manufacturing company and what it actually takes to get something made and out into the world. In part two, we Sue and Meg tell us what it REALLY takes to get something made and out into the marketplace. Hint: It's hard, but there's hope, so press play and let's hit the road. For more information visit www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
EO19: How to Start a Clothing Manufacturing Business Part One
February 01, 2019 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBSue Marshall Meg DeCubellis from illumiNITE reflective athleticwear take a ride in the convertible to talk about running a woman-owned manufacturing company and what it actually takes to get something made and out into the world. In part one, we meet Sue and Meg and hear about some of the challenges and roadblocks makers face in the U.S. For more information visit www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
EO18: Not An Old Man's Disease, Talking About Colon Cancer with Carrie Peck
January 25, 2019 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBCarrie Peck is riding shotgun in the convertible today to talk about her journey with colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cancer in the U.S. and 1 in 24 women will develop colon cancer in her lifetime. Carrie received had that terrifying diagnosis in her early 40s and now she's educating others about this disease.
EO17: Going Solo - Tips to Travel Alone and Love It
January 18, 2019 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MBWomen in midlife want to travel, but many are afraid to travel alone. This mini-episode of the Messy Middle Road Trip talks about why we should follow our travel dreams and some tips to stay safe while we're on the road. Learn more at www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
EO16: On The Air With Heather Gersten Perry
January 11, 2019 12:16 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBHeather Gersten Perry is riding shotgun in the convertible today. We’ll be chatting with her about a radio career that has lasted nearly 30 years, her work/life balance with a busy family and some of the amazing fangirl opportunities she’s had like recently sitting down with Steve Perry from Journey fame. Learn more at www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
EO14: New Year New Attitude
January 04, 2019 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWe all know keeping New Year’s Resolutions are hard. For many, the best of intentions are quickly canceled out by the realities of everyday life. When that happens, it’s hard to avoid discouragement and falling into the trap of self-criticism. But, maybe we don’t need resolutions to have a good year. Maybe all we need is a new attitude. Janine and Nicole are taking a spin the convertible to talk about starting the new year with a new, more positive attitude.
EO13: Responsible and Sustainable Travel
December 28, 2018 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.52 MBWith the growing interest in responsible/sustainable travel, more and more vacationers want to help, and not harm, their favorite locations. If managed well, travel benefits communities and protects the character of a place and well-being of its people. If not…well, it’s a mess. On this mini-episode, Janine talks about steps we can all take to protect the places we love to visit.
EO12: Living Big with Wendy Perrotti
December 21, 2018 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBReady to stand up, stand out, and live BIG? In this episode, we'll talk to Wendy Perrotti about engaging in life's journey fully alive. With tips to embrace a big, bold life.
E11: Tips to Avoid Greenwashing
December 14, 2018 17:38 - 10 minutes - 7.65 MBIn today's show, we'll talk about Greenwashing. What is it? How can you identify it? And why it's important to avoid. We'll review examples of Greenwashing slogans and terms, begin our journey as ingredient detectives and uncover five tips to get you started on the path towards making informed decisions.
EO10: Stop Stressing and Enjoy the Holidays
December 07, 2018 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBThe holidays are here, and it's a great time to celebrate with family and friends. Today, Janine and Nicole take a spin the convertible to talk about holiday stress. They have plenty of tips to help you stay grounded and enjoy the holiday season. In today’s show, we’ll talk about… Setting an intention to enjoy the holidays. Managing expectations and saying “no” to have a happier holiday season. Why taking a break is good for you and everyone around you. How expressing gratitude and ...
E09: Benefits of Massage Therapy with Jen Field
November 30, 2018 18:27 - 27 minutes - 22 MBOur friend and massage therapist Jennifer Field took a spin in the convertible to tell us about the importance of including regular bodywork in a health and wellness routine. Jennifer specializes in prenatal and postpartum massage, and massage for stress relief, deep relaxation, and muscle tension release. In today's episode, Jen talks about... Top benefits of massage therapy. How massage helps with the symptoms of peri-menopause. How to find a great massage therapist. Energy wor...
EO8: Six Tips to Ease Holiday Travel Stress
November 23, 2018 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.62 MBIt's the most wonderful time of the year, so why does the thought of traveling over the holidays fill us with dread? In this mini-podcast episode, Janine gives you six tips to breeze through the airport this holiday season. To learn more visit www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
E07: Living with Grace, Gratitude and Breast Cancer with Amanda Skypeck
November 16, 2018 01:10 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBAmanda Skypeck hopped in the convertible to talk about how breast cancer taught her the value of living with perspective and how to find grace and gratitude after a life-changing diagnosis. To learn more visit www.MessyMiddleRoadTrip.com
EO6: Avoiding Fragrance
November 09, 2018 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MBIn today's show, Nicole will be teaching you how to become an ingredient detective with tips to begin living a healthier, empowered lifestyle. In this episode, you'll learn why Fragrance has been deemed the "F" word. Considered a "trade secret" in the industry, fragrance is not a real ingredient. In fact manufacturers hide hundreds of ingredients under that one umbrella term. Companies get away with including phthalates ("thal-ates") under fragrance. Phthalates are similar to liquid plasti...
EO5: Tame Your Frenzy With Shelley Merchant
November 02, 2018 14:04 - 33 minutes - 26.9 MBIn today’s show, we hopped in the convertible with Shelley Merchant from Taming Frenzy who gave us tips about how to live better with less frenzy. Turns out, we don’t have to live in a constant state of frenzy. Shelley believes once we stop, take a breath, and adopt some of her tips, we’ll have better relationships, more joy in our lives, and time for ourselves.
EO4: Meet Janine Queenin & Travel Tips
October 26, 2018 15:01 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MBMeet Janine Queenin, co-host of Messy Middle Road Trip podcast. Today, Janine talks about her love of all things travel and gives you tips to get into the world.
EO3: Meet Nicole Markel
October 16, 2018 17:41 - 11 minutes - 9.1 MBMeet Nicole Markel, co-host of the Messy Middle Roadtrip Podcast. Today Nicole talks about her journey towards health and wellness with an invitation to join the conversation. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com
E02: How to Go Green Without Going Extreme
October 16, 2018 16:25 - 35 minutes - 28.7 MBWe all know that the Earth is in crisis - from extreme hurricanes to sea tortoises with straws up their nose. In today's show we talk to entrepreneur, mom and friend of the Earth, Pam Mercer. Pam shares tips to help your family go green without going extreme. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com
E01: Create Your Own Happiness
October 16, 2018 16:18 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this first episode of Messy Middle Road Trip, Janine and Nicole share tips for increasing your happiness and how to overcome negative self-talk and limiting beliefs. For more information, visit www.messymiddleroadtrip.com