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...

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...

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...

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 CHORGASMHelpful hints for families with littles and keeping things organized3 helpful hints for spring cleaning...

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...

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...

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 a...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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:...

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 2023The power of friends being your pillarsStarting something tech without a tech backgroundAdvice I'd give my younger selfAli Gorman is...

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 move...

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 walk...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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 setting...

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