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 presenter, host, voiceover artist, and model, boasting an impressive portfolio of collaborations with top...

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 benefits of menopause retreats for connection and personal growth. CHAPTERS Introduction and Personal Journey Morning Routine and Meditation ...

Manisha Morgan, a qualified nutritionist and mid-life influencer, shares her journey through menopause and her transition to a career in nutrition. She addresses the rise of chronic illnesses and obesity and the need for a holistic approach to health. Manisha highlights the significance of mindset and changing the narrative around weight loss. She provides insights into nutrition and exercise.    TAKEAWAYS Menopause symptoms can vary, but leading a healthier lifestyle through nutrition...

In this episode, we discuss holistic health practices and Chinese medicine's approach to menopause with Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Katie Brindle.    TAKEAWAYS Chinese medicine is based on energy practice and focuses on the mind-body connection. Holistic health practices, such as qigong and breathing exercises, can support menopausal symptoms. Chinese New Year is a time of celebration and renewal, and the Year of the Dragon brings powerful energy. Embracing the wisdom and power...

Katy Sunnassee is the Editor-in-Chief at TopSante, the UK's top health publication for fabulous women age 40 plus. She is your go-to guru for all things health and wellness and is also the Editor-in-Chief for Platinum Magazine, the acting Editor of Women's Fitness, and has ghostwritten some of your favorite celebrity health and wellbeing books. From the ABCs of skincare to how ADHD affected her symptoms, she's got the inside scoop on everything you need to know to thrive in your forties and...

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 her cope with the symptoms. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and encourages listeners to prioritize their well-being. Jo's story serves as a...

Naturopathic expert, Dr. Jannine Krause discusses the body's ability to self-heal, the five accelerators of aging, and the role of naturopathic medicine in supporting women in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of addressing inflammation, maintaining gut health, and regulating hormones as well as the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in promoting overall well-being.    CHAPTERS   Personal journey and naturopathic medicine Difference between naturopathic medicine and...

Summary Geeta Sidhu-Robb, Founder and CEO of Nosh Detox, shares her inspiring journey from riches to rags to riches and overcoming domestic violence. She emphasizes the importance of mindset and the power of change and discusses the positives and negatives of juice cleanses and detoxification for women over 40. Geeta also introduces the Rewind Method, a coaching approach that helps women become aligned with themselves and unlock their unique gifts. She discusses the power within each...

Dupe Witherick, the founder of Thrive Alcohol-Free, shares her journey to sobriety and the positive impact of living an alcohol-free lifestyle. She discusses the transformational power of being alcohol-free and how it has allowed her to pursue her passions and live a more fulfilling life. Dupe also explores the relationship between alcohol and perimenopause symptoms, highlighting the benefits of not drinking during this stage of life. She challenges the idea of moderation and provides tips...

Our guest on today's episode is Emma Bardwell, the Menopause Specialist Nutritionist.  She doesn't just talk the talk, she walks the walk and knows how it feels to be completely floored by menopause symptoms. Ten years on from her first experiences, she is now a seasoned expert in nutrition for midlife women. She has proudly co-authored The Perimenopause Solution, is a valued contributor to publications like Red Magazine, The Telegraph, and Vogue, and also runs her one-to-one nutrition...

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 menopause, Helen's journey took a detour, and driven by her knowledge and passion for skincare, she founded Finlay+Green, a...

Meet the incredible Kate Beavis, who's rocking TikTok with 75,000 followers and a staggering 1 million monthly views. Now there's a phrase I don't say about many midlife women.   On top of all this, Kate still finds time to be the driving force behind a number of businesses empowering midlife women, whether it's helping women in the workplace or even their relationships. As a staunch menopause advocate, Kate also became a certified menopause wellness practitioner to support women during...

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 mental health deteriorated in menopause, to the point where she made a plan to end her own life but her focus is now on enjoying her life rather than ending...

Today's guest on Unpause the Metapause is Katie Isles, who perfectly embodies the phrase ageing not fading. As an embracer of change, aged 40, Katie took a bold leap and transitioned her career in business and languages to become a model and presenter. She went on to grace TV ads and brochures, working with some of the biggest names in the business, such as Jaguar, Land Rover, TUI and Boots.    As a result of the pandemic, Katie changed gears and began to nurture her flourishing Instagram...

Lorraine C. Ladish is an inspiring and vibrant force in the world of empowerment and positivity.   Lorraine's life as she knew it collapsed when her marriage and career ended in 2008 and she found herself raising her young family by relying on food stamps.    She's not only uplifted herself from the depths of depression, but she has also dedicated her life to lifting others through her online community, Viva Fifty. With her infectious energy and unwavering dedication, Lorraine's mission...

My two guests today - Liz Copping and Michelle Ford - co-hosts of the Two Women Chatting podcast - believe we shouldn’t fear the day our kids leave home, but instead embrace this day as the start of our second spring.   Having pursued careers in voice artistry and events management, Michelle and Liz only discovered their true passion during mid-life. Practicing what they preach, they embraced the empty nest, and quickly realised that mid-life is an exciting opportunity where get to write...

In today's episode, we ask Rachel Peru what "free to be" means to her.    After spending her early adult life wondering “is this it?!”, Rachel dedicated her 40s to embodying one word - “brave”. And nothing is quite braver than starting to model swimsuits and lingerie at 46!   Aside from taking the modelling world by storm and working with Davina McCall and body confidence advocates Ashley Graham and Lizzo, Rachel empowers women to embrace mid-life through her lifestyle brand and podcast...

In the second episode of this two-part podcast series, we continue award-winning journalist and skincare expert, Alice Hart-Davis's story. Alice has spent her career researching and trying out the latest cosmetic treatments and tweakments, and she's here to share her knowledge with us.   We discuss everything from the most effective tweakments for women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, to skincare routines for women going through menopause. Alice also shares her personal experience with the...

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with award-winning journalist and skincare expert, Alice Hart-Davis. Alice has spent her career researching and trying out the latest cosmetic treatments and tweakments, and she's here to share her knowledge with us.    We discuss everything from the most effective tweakments for women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s, to skincare routines for women going through menopause. Alice also shares her personal experience with the cosmetic medical industry.  ...

The average age of menopause might be younger than you think? There’s an alarming reason why 1 in 10 menopausal women are leaving their jobs…meaning hundreds of UK organisations are losing incredible talent each year. It’s not because women are simply seeking higher salaries (though that’s a discussion for another time), greater challenges, or a change of environment and leadership…   It’s because of an embarrassing lack of knowledge and understanding about menopause symptoms on the...

Today, we're sitting down with the incredible and uber-talented Sophie Corbett, a successful voice-over artist, presenter (and podcast host), DJ, and menopause advocate - in my opinion, an absolute legend!    But that's not all…   Sophie's unique upbringing, with a super-famous and iconic father, has in-part, given her a wealth of knowledge and experiences that she'll be sharing with us today.    We'll be diving into topics such as women's health, the lack of discussion and support...

Diet and fitness not your thing? Or they are, and you’re not getting results? Hang in there…   Because I’m thrilled to have Laura Heikkila, founder of Ageless Women Society, holistic health practitioner, Hormone Specialist, and Fitness and Nutrition expert join us today.    Laura's mission is to empower women in midlife to take back control of their bodies and lives.    With her expertise in diet, lifestyle, fitness, and mindset, Laura has helped thousands of women overcome their...

Brain fog, mood swings, panic attacks, or intimate symptoms that you just can’t seem to shake?    Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Fionnuala Barton, a UK-based GP and women's health expert who specialises in all things menopause and we’re going to tackle the above head-on.   In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of midlife health and discussing everything from HRT and hormone therapy to stress, perimenopause, and what exactly is happening in our bodies during this time.   ...

There's a lot to discover about the benefits of CBD oil and natural plant aromatherapy oils - all of which my guest today is about to shed some light on - specifically, how these essential oils can help alleviate menopause symptoms.   So, whether you're currently going through menopause or know someone who is, this episode is for you.    Our guest is Colleen Quinn, an internationally celebrated clinical aromatherapist, cosmetic chemist, researcher and educator. She’s also the founder of...