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A Certain AgeBonus Episode: Novelist Cleyvis Natera Unpacks the True Cost of Paradise and SisterhoodWhat are you willing to sacrifice for security? Author Cleyvis Natera invites readers to explore this question and more on a breathless seven-day trip to The Grand Paloma Resort, a Dominican Republic luxury resort where White Lotus-esque thriller meets sharp social commentary. As two local girls go missing and a hurricane approaches, sisters Laura and Elena live and work amidst stark class distinctions. The resort siphons water for lush gardens while local communities face drought, tourists operate under systems of private justice, and staff navigate knotty power dynamics for survival. Join host Katie Fogarty and Natera as they wander...
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The Midlife Book ClubCleyvis Natera Unpacks the True Cost of Paradise in The Grand Paloma ResortWhen work becomes your path to freedom, what are you willing to sacrifice for security? Author Cleyvis Natera invites readers to explore this question and more on a breathless seven-day trip to The Grand Paloma Resort, a Dominican Republic luxury resort where White Lotus-esque thriller meets sharp social commentary. As two local girls go missing and a hurricane approaches, sisters Laura and Elena live and work amidst stark class distinctions. The resort siphons water for lush gardens while local communities face drought, tourists operate under systems of private justice, and staff navigate knotty power dynamics for survival. Join host...
2025-09-011h 06A Certain AgeFive Years of Aging Out Loud! A Certain Age Birthday Bash with Katie Fogarty and Co-Host Liz PlosserFive years of aging out loud—let's celebrate! Katie hands the mic to special co-host Liz Plosser, former Women's Health Editor-in-Chief, for our biggest birthday bash yet. We're diving deep into how the menopause conversation has exploded (finally!), why reinvention is the ultimate midlife superpower, and what it really means to "age exuberantly." Plus, how Katie's preparing for empty nest life with a big move back to NYC. Stick around for Liz’s summer and travel tips: confidence-boosting swimsuits, smart travel gear, and why she's doing the downward dog in boarding areas (and doesn't care who's watching). It's a part...
2025-08-1858 minThe Midlife Book ClubLidija Hilje on the Hypnotic Pull of Love, Memory and Geography in “Slanting Towards the Sea”What happens when unrealized potential sediments inside us "like tar or asbestos, slowly releasing its poison"? Croatian novelist Lidjia Hilje examines this haunting question in her hypnotic debut, Slanting Towards the Sea, a love story spanning twenty years along Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast. Following university students Ivana and Vlaho through marriage, dissolution, and an unusual friendship triangle, the novel explores how family secrets and unspoken truths shape our most intimate relationships. Join host Katie Fogarty and Hilje as they survey the peaks and valleys of midlife reassessment, how geography shapes identity, and the poetry of place. Hilje also shares...
2025-08-0759 minThe Midlife Book ClubDebut Novelist Sarai Johnson on Being “Grown” and the Complex Wounds of Mother-Daughter RelationshipsWhat does it mean to be truly "grown" when we're constantly evolving? Join host Katie Fogarty and novelist Sarai Johnson as they explore Grown Women, a gorgeous debut spanning four generations of complex Black women navigating motherhood, intergenerational trauma, and healing. From Charlotte's teenage flight from abuse to privileged Camille's awakening, Johnson’s characters grapple with forgiveness, the cost of emotional and physical scarcity, and how the ties that bind shape both our happiness, sorrow and sense of self. Sarai reveals how writing Grown Women transformed her own parenting and why moving forward—not moving on—allows us to progre...
2025-07-0246 minA Certain AgeMidlifers Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud with Dina Alvarez and Dina Aronson of Midlife Private PartsMidlifers are saying the quiet parts out loud—and we have stories that will make you laugh, cry, and feel like you've found your tribe. This week, writers, reinventors, and editors Dina Alvarez and Dina Aronson join host Katie Fogarty to explore their new essay collection "Midlife Private Parts"—a series of revealing essays that will change the way you think about age. Dina and Dina spent two years gathering 27 contributors (including many ACA podcast favorites like Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Sarah Milken, and Laura Belgray) to capture snapshots of midlife in all its magnificent, messy, comical glory. From horm...
2025-06-3035 minA Certain AgeBonus Episode: Kirsten Miller on “The Change”: Menopause, Magic Realism, and the Superpowers of MidlifeCan midlife be a portal to our most powerful selves? What if menopause came with superpowers?
In this A Certain Age bonus episode, listen in as host Katie Fogarty and author Kirsten Miller explore "The Change," a razor-sharp feminist revenge fantasy about three women who navigate the thickets of menopause and small-town murder with superpowers unlocked by midlife.
Miller crafts a tale that's equal parts thriller, feminist manifesto, and pacy, page-turning magical realism—a recipe that landed "The Change" as a GMA Book Club pick. We explore how righteous anger can be alchemized into creativity an...
2025-06-021h 00The Midlife Book ClubKirsten Miller on “The Change”: Menopause, Magic Realism, and the Superpowers of MidlifeCan midlife be a portal to our most powerful selves? What if menopause came with superpowers? Join host Katie Fogarty and author Kirsten Miller as they explore "The Change," a razor-sharp feminist revenge fantasy about three women who navigate the thickets of menopause and small-town murder with superpowers unlocked by midlife. Miller crafts a tale that's equal parts thriller, feminist manifesto, and pacy, page-turning magical realism—a recipe that landed "The Change" as a GMA Book Club pick. We explore how righteous anger can be alchemized into creativity and action, why women in their forties and fifties represent "the mo...
2025-06-0156 minA Certain AgeSophie Grégoire Trudeau on Life, Emotional Regulation and Midlife ReinventionsReaching midlife necessitates a series of reinventions. If you are lucky, you head into your middle years with a curious, ever-blooming spirit. This week, former First Lady of Canada, longtime mental health advocate, and perennial bloomer Sophie Grégoire Trudeau joins host Katie Fogarty to explore the life’s work of building emotional wellness and her new book "Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves, Loving Each Other. " Learn practical tools for emotional regulation, the power of slowing down, and the "Catch, Pause, Repair" relationship framework that Sophie credits with transforming her own life. We get into mental health challenges, parenting teens, evo...
2025-04-2149 minThe Midlife Book ClubMemoirist Carmen Rita Wong on Family Secrets, Identity and a Midlife ReckoningFamily secrets shape our lives before we even know they exist, as Carmen Rita Wong reveals in her memoir "Why Didn't You Tell Me?" After learning at age 31 that her Chinese father wasn't her biological parent, Carmen set off on a quest to uncover both her true origins and her mother's motivations for concealing such a fundamental truth. Part detective story, part emotional excavation—host Katie Fogarty and Carmen explore the layers of a story built on secrets and now told with unflinching honesty. We dive into the intricate terrain of mother-daughter relationships, cultural identity across Dominican and Chinese he...
2025-03-1250 minA Certain AgeMigraine & Menopause: Why Your 40s + 50s Can Be the Worst Headache Years with Dr. Nada HindiyehAre you one of the millions of women battling debilitating migraines? This episode is your guide to understanding the surprising connection between your hormones and those crushing headaches. Join host Katie Fogarty as she speaks with Dr. Nada Hindiyeh, former Stanford neurology professor and founder of Haven Headache and Migraine Center, who reveals why migraines affect women three times more than men. You'll discover why your 40s and 50s might be your "worst decade" for migraines, how menopause impacts headaches, breakthrough treatments beyond standard medications, and simple strategies and cutting-edge products to ease symptoms. Whether you're experiencing hormonal changes...
2025-03-1035 minA Certain AgeHappy to Help? Author Amy Wilson on Breaking Free from the People-Pleaser TrapDo you find yourself constantly saying "Sure, no problem" even when you're overwhelmed? In a refreshingly honest conversation, author Amy Wilson joins host Katie Fogarty to share how you can break free from the helper trap. If you're the person everyone counts on—at work, at home, and everywhere in between—you'll relate to Wilson's frank, funny stories about learning to set boundaries and prioritize your own needs. Discover why "no" is such a complicated sentence for lifelong helpers, how to handle the pushback when you finally say no, and why midlife is the right time to resist solving ever...
2025-03-0345 minA Certain AgeBeyond Politics: A Citizen’s Guide to Fighting for Better Menopause Care with Jennifer Weiss-WolfFrustrated with menopause healthcare? You should be. Menopause is undertreated, underfunded, and under-researched. Channel your outrage into action with a game-changing conversation on making your voice heard!Host Katie Fogarty sits down with advocate Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, who has partnered with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Maria Shriver and many of the country's leading menopause experts to create "The Citizens Guide to Menopause Advocacy"—a free digital playbook for change. Discover six simple ways you can help fix a broken system (did you know menopause research gets less than 1% of health funding?!) and learn how everyday wo...
2025-02-241h 00A Certain AgeBehind the Scenes of Feature Film 'Ramona at Midlife' with Director Brooke BermanWhat if your best years are still ahead of you? What if midlife isn't about fading into the background, but stepping boldly into your next act? This week, writer-director Brooke Berman joins host Katie Fogarty to share how she made her first film in her 50s, challenging Hollywood's assumptions about age and creativity. Through the lens of Brooke’s debut film "Ramona at Midlife," we explore the questions that matter most to women navigating their middle years: How do you reclaim your voice after years of putting others first? Where do you find models for vibrant aging? What happens wh...
2025-02-1039 minA Certain AgeFuture-Proof Your Career + Stand Out in the 2025 Job Market with Catherine Fisher of LinkedInFeeling stuck in your career or worried about staying relevant in today's fast-changing job market? This episode is your guide to navigating what's next. Join host Katie Fogarty and LinkedIn's top career expert Catherine Fisher as they break down the latest data on where jobs are headed, reveal insider tips for standing out on LinkedIn, and share practical strategies for continuous career growth. Learn how to combat age bias, showcase your value to ace an interview, and stay relevant in an AI-driven world. Whether you're actively job hunting, considering a pivot, or looking to future-proof your career, you'll learn...
2025-01-2736 minThe Midlife Book ClubClaire Lombardo Maps the Shifting Terrain of Midlife Marriage and Motherhood in Her Newest Family SagaBestselling author Claire Lombardo knows drama lurks behind every family's closed doors. Join host Katie Fogarty for an engaging dive into Lombardo's latest novel "Same As It Ever Was," which deftly explores long-term marriage, motherhood, and how our lives both change and stay exactly the same over decades. A writing teacher and indie bookseller turned literary star (and Reese Witherspoon book club pick), Lombardo shares her secrets for building rich characters through "emotional homework" and reveals why the most authentic relationships are often the messiest. A must-listen for readers navigating midlife transitions, empty nesting, and anyone who loves peering...
2025-01-0843 minThe Midlife Book Club Joanna Rakoff Looks Back at her Coming-of-Age Bestsellers "My Salinger Year" and "A Fortunate Age"What happens when we look back at our coming-of-age stories from the vantage point of midlife? Bestselling author Joanna Rakoff (My Salinger Year, A Fortunate Age) joins host Katie Fogarty to explore how we define and find our way in the world through the dual lenses of memoir and fiction. The conversation sparkles with insights about the electric, messy brilliance of being young and how time reshapes our understanding of our younger selves. We dive deep into the creative process, examining how writing from a place of love shapes authentic characters and why some stories are better told as...
2024-12-2052 minA Certain AgeThe Grown Woman's Guide to Gifting: Luxe Finds, Brilliant Stocking Stuffers + What to Wear in 2025 with Fashion + Beauty Journalist Christine MorrisonNeed gift ideas that delight (and won't get regifted)? Fashion insider and journalist Christine Morrison joins host Katie Fogarty for a festive dive into holiday shopping, gifting, and style that wows. From luxury wellness splurges (hello, sauna blanket!) to brilliant stocking stuffers, we’ve got you covered with smart picks at every price point. Plus, get the scoop on elevated additions to inject your holiday and 2025 wardrobe with high-impact sparkle and style. Christine also gives us an insider peek into the cult fave wellness and beauty products loved by beauty editors. Whether you're shopping for your bestie, your boss, or...
2024-12-0949 minA Certain Age365 Thank You Notes: A Life-Changing Gratitude Practice with Gina HamadeyNeed a dose of feel-good tonic for our complicated times? Join host Katie Fogarty for a joy-filled chat with author Gina Hamadey, who took on the delightfully ambitious project of writing 365 thank you notes in one year (yes, really!). Discover how the simple act of writing thank you notes can transform your happiness, relationships and spark big magic—from patching up old friendships to making romantic partnerships sweeter. Gina shares the surprisingly fun (and sometimes awkward) moments of her gratitude journey, plus the science behind why thank you notes pack such a happiness punch. Perfect for anyone looking to ad...
2024-11-2541 minThe Midlife Book ClubDr. Sharon Malone Writes a Prescription for Optimal Midlife Health in Her NYT bestseller “Grown Woman Talk”Getting (and staying) healthy in midlife looks waaay different than in our 20s and 30s.One of the country’s top docs, Dr. Sharon Malone pulls out a prescription pad of straight talk for getting and staying healthy at midlife and beyond from her NYT-bestseller, “Grown Woman Talk.”We dive into the intersection of aging and health, the top health concerns she hears again and again, and why our fast-changing healthcare system means you need to become your own primary caregiver. You and only you are in the driver’s seat of your health...
2024-11-1133 minA Certain AgeReflections On Being Jewish Now with Authors Zibby Owens, Dara Levan and Joanna RakoffAfter the attacks of October 7, 2023, Zibby Owens, the bestselling author, podcaster, publisher, and book influencer reached out to Jewish writers and advocates and asked them to contribute essays to an anthology, “On Being Jewish Now.” In the essay collection, 75 writers share heartfelt reflections that reveal the Jewish experience across a range of snapshots—faith, family, food, and a shared history of both joy and trauma stretching across millennia. In this powerful and moving episode, host Katie Fogarty is joined by Zibby Owens and two essay contributors, authors Dara Levan (It Could be Worse) and Joanna Rakoff (My Salinger Year). Each s...
2024-11-0445 minA Certain AgeBonus Episode: Chip Conley on the Upside of Aging and Learning to Love MidlifeMixed feelings about midlife? Do not miss this jolt of inspiration from midlife OG and NYT bestselling author Chip Conley.In this A Certain Age bonus episode, we explore Chip’s latest book, “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Life Gets Better with Age,” an optimistic blueprint for making your 40s to 70s the best decades of your life. Drawing on fascinating social science research, inspiring stories, and timeless wisdom across cultures and perspectives, Chip will convince you that aging is a superpower and that you are poised, not on the brink of a crisis, but on the precip...
2024-09-2852 minA Certain AgeMixed Feelings About Your Empty Nest? Author Karla Olson Shares Ideas to Thrive as Your Kids Fly the CoopDoes the phrase “empty nest” conjure feelings of freedom or sadness? Millions of parents struggle with mixed emotions as their children head to college and the real world. If a fast-approaching empty nest has you wondering—what’s next for me?— this week’s show has answers. Host Katie Fogarty connects with author Karla Olson, who shares lessons and strategies from her brand-new book, “The Almost Empty Nester.” We explore ideas to blueprint an exciting and joyful empty nest, action steps to take before your kids leave to resurface back-burner dreams and ambitions, and uncover how to jettison limiting beliefs about wh...
2024-09-2346 minA Certain AgeWhat’s the Deal with Testosterone Therapy? And How Does It Impact Libido, Energy and Overall Health?Testosterone therapy is suddenly all over the news (again) as actress Kate Winslet shares how it turbocharged her sex life. In today’s show, host Katie Fogarty does a deep dive into testosterone and testosterone therapy with board-certified OB/GYN and leading menopause and sexual health expert Dr. Maria Sophocles. We cover the misunderstood role of testosterone in women’s health, explore the risks and benefits of testosterone therapy, get into the different delivery systems (think creams and gels), and learn why most medical providers do not recommend testosterone pellets (even if they are all over Tik Tok). Plus, how...
2024-09-1646 minThe Midlife Book ClubChip Conley on the Upside of Aging and Learning to Love MidlifeMixed feelings about midlife? Do not miss this jolt of inspiration from midlife OG and NYT bestselling author Chip Conley. We explore Chip’s latest book, “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Life Gets Better with Age,” an optimistic blueprint for making your 40s to 70s the best decades of your life. Drawing on fascinating social science research, inspiring stories, and timeless wisdom across cultures and perspectives, Chip will convince you that aging is a superpower and that you are poised, not on the brink of a crisis, but on the precipice of joy and transformation.
2024-09-0149 minA Certain AgeA Certain Age Turns Four! A Birthday Show with Katie Fogarty and a Special Co-HostWait, what? A Certain Age is four! How in the world is that possible? Join us as Katie turns over the podcast mic to special co-host author Laura Belgray to celebrate four years of podcasting and aging out loud. Grab a coffee, get some wine—we are chatting all things aging, plastic surgery, coloring your hair, the magic of being a late-blooming “marinator” and whether we are (finally) okay with looking our age. Plus, will ageism and/or blazers ever go out of style? DM us your votes!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPTacertainagepod.comFOLLOW...
2024-08-1955 minA Certain AgeBonus Episode: Annabel Monaghan Gives Swoony Beach Books a Midlife Makeover with “Summer Romance”Need a summer escape? Grab your sunblock and pull up a beach chair for our chat with bestselling author Annabel Monaghan. We're diving into her latest rom-com, “Summer Romance,” which follows Ali Morris, a professional organizer whose life is anything but organized. Smart, bingeable, and laugh-out-loud funny, “Summer Romance” is a refreshingly cold dunk into a smart and steamy summer read. Join host Katie Fogarty and Annabel as they explore the magic of second chances, the power of decluttering our homes (and midlife mindsets), and the surprising benefits of a chaotic writing process.Find our midlife book content...
2024-08-1545 minThe Midlife Book ClubAnnabel Monaghan Gives Swoony Beach Books a Midlife Makeover with “Summer Romance”Need a summer escape? Grab your sunblock and pull up a beach chair for our chat with bestselling author Annabel Monaghan. We're diving into her latest rom-com, “Summer Romance,” which follows Ali Morris, a professional organizer whose life is anything but organized. Smart, bingeable, and laugh-out-loud funny, “Summer Romance” is a refreshingly cold dunk into a smart and steamy summer read. Join host Katie Fogarty and Annabel as they explore the magic of second chances, the power of decluttering our homes (and midlife mindsets), and the surprising benefits of a chaotic writing process.Find our midlife book con...
2024-08-0141 minA Certain AgeBonus Episode: Catherine Newman Cracks Open Her Instant NYT Bestseller SandwichA special bonus episode: Hear the debut episode of our brand new sister podcast, The Midlife Book Club. Listen in as author Catherine Newman brings us to Cape Cod's salty, sandy shores to crack open her instant New York Times bestseller "Sandwich." The book unspools over a weeklong family vacation as the main character, Rocky, navigates memories, menopause, and the push and pull of life sandwiched between her half-grown kids and fully aging parents. Evocative, hilarious, and tender, this coming-of-middle-age story bursts with insights into what it means to be a woman, why we keep secrets from our families...
2024-07-3150 minA Certain AgeBrighten and Hydrate Your Midlife Skin with Lorrie King of Caire BeautyIs the hormonal roller coaster of midlife taking a toll on your skin? As estrogen exists, collagen declines, and we wind up with thinning skin, loss of elasticity, dark circles, and dullness. Want new tools to brighten, nourish, and hydrate your skin? Katie and Lorrie King, a co-founder of Caire Beauty, dive into serums, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and how to create (and stick to) a simple morning/evening skincare routine. Plus, hear why Katie keeps a pot of the Oprah-recommended Caire Beauty The Grownup Moisturizer on her desk. Stick around to the end of the show for a special...
2024-07-2938 minThe Midlife Book ClubCatherine Newman Cracks Open Her Instant NYT Bestseller SandwichWelcome to The Midlife Book Club! In our debut show, author Catherine Newman brings us to Cape Cod's salty, sandy shores to crack open her instant New York Times bestseller Sandwich. The book unspools over a weeklong family vacation as the main character, Rocky, navigates memories, menopause, and the push and pull of life sandwiched between her half-grown kids and fully aging parents. Evocative, hilarious, and tender, this coming-of-middle-age story bursts with insights into what it means to be a woman, why we keep secrets from our families, and how we can learn to love our people better. Host...
2024-07-1647 min
A Certain AgeAll Things Midlife Fun, Fabulous, and Weird AF as A Certain Age Celebrates a Third BirthdayA Certain Age celebrates a third birthday! A special co-host joins host Katie Fogarty to dish on all things midlife and aging—the fun, the fabulous, the weird AF—and what’s next for A Certain Age. We cover how the midlife and menopause landscape is shifting in pop culture, lessons from the show, and why midlife agency starts with information. Plus, a fresh take on the ACA speed round and Katie confesses what g**awful habit she’s picked back up and is trying to kick.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPTacertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN...
2023-08-2148 min
A Certain AgeWhat 100 Episodes of Aging Out Loud Has Taught Host Katie Fogarty + ACA'S Second Birthday!Break out the bubbly! A Certain Age turns two AND drops the 100th episode. Come celebrate with host Katie Fogarty and a special co-host who grabs the mic to cover all things A Certain Age, midlife myth-busting, reinvention, getting your Golden Girl on, and finding support, growth, and friendship as we age. Plus, what Katie has learned from talking to 99 amazing women aged 40 to 75. Bonus—ACA party favors, birthday swag, and more!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX IN...
2022-08-2233 min
A Certain AgeMake Your 2022 Extraordinary with Tanya Dalton—Productivity Pro and Author of "On Purpose" Forget new year, new you. You are already more than enough. But if the busy, busy, busyness of life has sidetracked you from what lights you up (or if you want to live with more intention and focus) – we have a show to get your 2022 on track. Author and productivity expert Tanya Dalton has helped millions of people take ownership of their time, goals, and lives. Now, she shares tools and practices from her latest book “On Purpose: The Busy Woman's Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning & Success” that are designed to help you rise up to be t...
2022-01-0343 min
A Certain AgeMelissa Meyers of The Glow Girl Unwraps the Perfect Gift (and Shares High, Low Holiday Fashion)Ready to unwrap the perfect gift? Melissa Meyers, the Founder and Creative Director of the inspirational lifestyle blog, The Glow Girl, talks all things gifting and holiday fashion – cozy gifts at every price point, splurge-worthy investment pieces, surprisingly stylish Amazon finds, the sparkly shoe of the moment, Goop-approved wellness gifts, and so much more. Bonus, Melissa shares her Top Ten 10 tips to look and feel your best at any age. You glow girl!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INB...
2021-12-2048 min
A Certain AgeCelebrity Baker + Foodie Rosie Daykin Has Big Yum Ideas for the Holidays (and Everyday)Love food and entertaining? Meet best-selling cookbook author and beloved baker Rosie Daykin author of "Butter Baked Goods " and "Butter Celebrates." Her latest ode to the pleasures of food and entertaining is the warm and convivial cookbook, "Let Me Feed You," which shares recipes offering the comfort of home and makes every day a celebration. We cover cookies and pies not to miss, the surprising condiment every well-stocked kitchen needs, plus how Whole Foods helped her build a marshmallow empire. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramF...
2021-12-1338 min
A Certain AgeSpark More Joy in Your Life All Year Long with Ideas from Wellness Writer Jennifer King LindleyWant to spark more joy in your life? The power to be happier lies within you – says wellness writer Jennifer King Lindley, author of "Find Your Joy: A Powerful Self-Care Journal to Help You Thrive," who offers easy exercises, tips, and empowering ideas to help you find your joy and experience inner peace all year long. Yes, please!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our newsletter AGE BOLDLYWe share ne...
2021-12-0640 min
A Certain AgeGrace Bonney of Design*Sponge on Curiosity and Collective WisdomIs curiosity the key to creating a life of beauty, power, and meaning? New York Times bestselling writer Grace Bonney interviewed 100+ trailblazing women—athletes, activists, artists—for her latest book “Collective Wisdom: Lessons, Inspiration, and Advice from Women over 50.” She shares a slice of their collective wisdom, the delicate task of cultivating self-love, and the power of embracing earlier versions of yourself while holding space for evolution and new identities. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign u...
2021-11-2934 min
A Certain AgeWant to Change the World? Nonprofit Leader Trish Tierney Offers SolutionsWant to make a difference in the world? Nonprofit leader Trish Tierney runs an organization that harnesses the power of volunteers working in teams to advance social justice and women’s rights. She shares ideas for how women from around the world can come together to collaborate and design solutions for a better future. Plus, we dive into the benefits of finding purpose and the science-backed benefits of volunteering including better mental, physical and spiritual health. Get inspired, get involved!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFa...
2021-11-2235 min
A Certain AgeHow to Build More Meaningful Relationships with Networking Pro Susan McPherson When was the last time you made a deep connection that enriches your life? If you are ready to make more meaningful connections, the kind that add value to your work, career, and life, meet networking pro Susan McPherson, author of the new book, "The Lost Art of Connecting." Susan walks us through the power of generosity and other tools for building relationships that lead to happiness and fulfillment. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Si...
2021-11-1535 min
A Certain AgeFriends Don't Let Friends Age Alone with Nina Lorez CollinsNina Lorez Collins is reimagining midlife and she’s bringing other women along with her—at both Revel and The Woolfer which offer events and community for women 40-plus. She is also the author of the midlife manual, "What Would Virginia Woolf Do? And Other Questions I Ask Myself as I Attempt to Age Without Apology." We cover midlife pain points, the hard-earned confidence of midlife, divorce, online dating, and aging and raging gracefully.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET...
2021-11-0828 min
A Certain AgeNutrition Pro Rachel Hughes Wants You to Have an ‘Amicable, Loving’ Relationship with Your BodyMidlife changes your body no ifs, ands, or buts. Want to feel healthy inside and out? Meet midlife wellness expert Rachel Hughes – a certified nutritional coach, blogger, and creator of The Meno Memos which focuses on the intersection of food, fitness, beauty, and hormones. Rachel helps clients and her online community navigate midlife with smart nutritional choices and resources for joyful, vibrant aging.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our newsletter AGE BO...
2021-11-0141 min
A Certain AgeOn Big Leaps. Making A Midlife Side Hustle Your Main Gig with LaShawn Wlitz of Everyday EyecandyStuck in rut? Afraid to leave a comfortable job? LaShawn Wiltz did a career 180, leaving a 15-year nursing career to launch not one, but two passion businesses, including the subscription box business Pouring Over Books – a monthly box of artisanal coffee and classic books. We cover the nuts and bolts of preparing for a pivot and how to get a business off the ground. Plus, why joy is on the other side of an uncomfortable leap.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedIn...
2021-10-2537 min
A Certain AgeUprooting a Life, Plus the Beauty Benefits of Wild Botanicals with Alpyn Beauty Founder Kendra Kolb ButlerHave you ever thought about picking up and moving someplace entirely different? Manhattanite and beauty executive Kendra Kolb Butler traded her high-powered New York City lifestyle for greener pastures landing in Jackson Hole, Wyoming where she launched her clean beauty line, Alpyn Beauty. She joins us today to share the beauty benefits of wild mountain botanicals and the inside skinny on what it takes to launch a modern beauty brand, now sold at Saks and Sephora. Plus, how to know when to say goodbye to a corporate job and make a move into entrepreneurship (or across country)....
2021-10-1838 min
A Certain AgeWomen Over 40 Feel Younger, Sexier, Cooler Says Ad Exec Katie KeatingSurprise! One in four Americans is a woman over 40. And pop culture and brands get this affluent, powerful demo so wrong. Women over 40 feel younger, sexier, and cooler than ever says longtime ad creative Katie Keating, who co-founded ad agency Fancy to help brands speak to women over 40. We talk ageism and creativity, plus tools and watch-outs for running a successful consultancy of any kind.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our...
2021-10-1141 min
A Certain AgeCannabis for Menopause + Menstrual Relief with Patty Pappas of Hello AgainMeet small business owner Patty Pappas, co-founder of the cannabis wellness company Hello Again, which offers cannabis-powered vaginal suppositories to help with menopause’s irksome symptoms including sleep disruptions, low energy, cramps, pain, mood swings, and more. If you are cannabis curious, a newbie entrepreneur, or want advice on bringing a product to market and getting customers to sit up and take notice, stick around. We’ve got you covered.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO...
2021-10-0435 min
A Certain AgeGreat Sleep, Every Night According to Sleep Doctor Janet KennedyUp all night? Sleep doctor Janet Kennedy offers tools to get your ZZZs on – no medicines needed. For 20+ years, Dr. Kennedy has been helping people break out of the cycle of bad sleep and all of its debilitating effects. She is a health psychologist, an expert in sleep disorders, and a believer that you don’t have to settle for exhaustion. A good night’s sleep doesn’t have to be a dream!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX IN...
2021-09-2737 min
A Certain AgeThe Glow Show with Celebrity Dermatologist Dr. Rose IngletonReady to get your glow on? Dermatologist-to-the stars Dr. Rose Ingleton demystifies cosmetic procedures like Botox, lasers, fillers, peels, and more. Plus, we dive into clean, conscious skincare products that target midlife skin concerns, including brown spots, hyperpigmentation, dry skin, fine lines, and wrinkles. Bonus! We talk serums, retinoids, products worth investing in, and budget-friendly drugstore buys. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our newsletter AGE BOLDLYWe share new...
2021-09-2037 min
A Certain AgeRevitalize Your Midlife Skin with Dr. Keira BarrReady to love the skin you’re in? Meet Dr. Keira Barr, a dermatologist, menopause specialist, and the author of “The Skin Whisperer; A Dermatologist Reveals How To Look Younger, Radiate Beauty, and Live the Life You Crave.” We talk glowing skin, managing menopausal hormone disruptions (adult acne what?!?), and must-have products. Plus, foods that fuel radiant skin and a deep dive on sunblock. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our newsletter AGE BO...
2021-09-1343 min
A Certain AgeWant to Propel Yourself Forward? Try Play Says Tammi Leader of CampowermentTammi Leader had a big career as an Emmy-award-winning producer at the Today Show and Warner Brothers. But by her early 50s, she was burned out and ready to reconnect with the spirit of joy, optimism, and camaraderie that animated her youth. Tammi launched Campowerment—a camp for grownups—that infuses friendship, connection, community, and the spirit of the campfire into everyday life. And in doing so, she lit a new spark in herself and the 15,000 women who have made Campowerment a part of their life all year long.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLL...
2021-08-3037 min
A Certain AgeA Certain Age Turns One! A Birthday Show with Host Katie FogartyWoot woot! A Certain Age is celebrating one year of podcasting and aging out loud. We have a special birthday show switcheroo. For a change, ACA host Katie Fogarty is the one answering the questions, not asking them. We welcome back a favorite ACA guest as co-host to grab the mic (and spotlight listener-submitted questions) to cover all things A Certain Age. Plus, ACA party favors, birthday swag, and more!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX I...
2021-08-2534 min
A Certain AgeHow to Be Part-Time Vegetarian and the Magic of Summer Corn with Jenny Rosenstrach of Dinner: A Love StoryLove food but hate making your nightly dinner? Want to eat more veggies, less meat? Meet Jenny Rosenstrach -- cookbook author, former magazine editor, and the creator of Dinner: A Love Story, the award-winning website and newsletter devoted to the family dinner. An OG foodie, her articles and recipes have appeared in The New York Times, Food52, Real Simple, Martha Stewart Living, and Bon Appétit, where she was a columnist for six years. But best of all – she makes making dinner easy and fun.Now, with her latest cookbook, "The Weekday Vegetarians," arriving at the...
2021-08-2341 min
A Certain AgeA Love Letter to Parents + New Americans with Author Angie KimNo one gets to midlife without reinventing. Few do it as markedly (and well) as former lawyer turned novelist Angie Kim, author of best-selling, courtroom drama Miracle Creek, which expertly plumbs multiple plot themes ranging from immigration to special needs children, familial ties, and identity. We cover Angie’s move from Seoul, South Korea to Baltimore at age 11, to Harvard Law, to the multiple career pivots that made her a first-time author at 50. Plus, the myth of the perfect mom, how parenthood can help reframe your childhood, and what’s next in store for this literary supernova.SHOW...
2021-08-1651 min
A Certain AgeMust Love Books with Zibby Owens of Moms Don't Have Time to Read BooksLove to read? Meet Zibby Owens, podcasting powerhouse, author, big-time book lover and host of the award-winning literary podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read. We talk books, creativity, podcasting, and parenting— all the things. Plus, summer reads not to miss, the one book Zibby could read again and again, and the perfect book to give as a gift. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for our newsletter AGE BOLDLYWe s...
2021-08-0936 min
A Certain AgeNot Too Late to Get Your Summer Travel On Says Pavia Rosati of FathomThe countdown to Labor Day is on! But it’s not too late to pack your bags for a sweet summer escape. Today’s guest, travel pro Pavia Rosati, founder of the award-winning travel website Fathom, shares a treasure trove of time-tested recommendations from her latest travel book, “Travel North America (And Avoid Being a Tourist).” Designed to stoke your wanderlust while sticking closer to home, Pavia shares under-the-radar locales, classic favorites, and practical trip-planning advice for the modern traveler. Plus, what to always pack!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:Ins...
2021-08-0238 min
A Certain AgeReclaiming a Sex Life After Divorce with Memoirist Laura Friedman WilliamsAfter decades of marriage, three kids, years as a stay-at-home parent, Laura Friedman Williams’ marriage and world imploded. Her upcoming memoir, Available: A Memoir of Sex and Dating After a Marriage Ends, is a riveting, page-turning read on navigating the modern dating scene, rediscovering sexuality, and redefining identity as the definition of wife is stripped away, the family unit morphs and shifts, and a woman with a rich and complex private life emerges.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET IN...
2021-07-2645 min
A Certain AgeCare for Down ThereWant to maintain tip-top sexual health, vibrant intimacy, and self-care for down there as you age? Of course, you do. You’re fifty, not dead. We welcome back Dr. Anita Sadaty, an expert on gynecology and women’s hormonal health, who coaches us on how to care for our lady parts, libido, and pelvic floor. Plus, we dive into biggies like bladder health (spoiler – you SHOULD be able to sneeze without wetting your pants), why some of you are doing those Kegels all wrong, and fun stuff like Yoni Eggs and sex toys.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acerta...
2021-07-1941 min
A Certain AgeCultivating Happiness and GratitudeWant to inject more happiness into your life? Think about writing someone in your life a thank-you note. Writer and GenX podcaster Nancy Davis Kho, author of the feel-good read “The Thank-You Project,” walks us through the science-backed benefits of gratitude and how you can rewire your neural pathways and cultivate more happiness with a thank-you project of your own. Audiophile bonus, we talk music, her awarding-winning podcast Midlife Mixtape and all things GenX.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET...
2021-07-1246 min
A Certain AgeA Midlife Creative BloomSelf-proclaimed late bloomer, novelist Karen Dukess, author of "The Last Book Party," became a first-time author in her mid-50s. If you have a long-simmering book idea of your own, are curious about how to crack open the world of book publishing, or need a jolt of inspiration for your own creative midlife bloom, you don't want to miss this episode. Booklover bonus! We talk reads galore.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up...
2021-07-0537 min
A Certain AgeVeteran Investor Tracy Chadwell Bets on Women and Silver TechVenture capitalist Tracy Chadwell makes good bets – early investments include Beautycounter, recently valued at $1 Billion. But after facing the double-whammy of sexism and ageism in the venture capital world, Tracy made her biggest bet of all – launching her own investing fund, 1843 Capital. Now, she leads an all-female team in closing the gender investing gap and investing in diverse founders. Named one of Entrepreneur Magazine's "100 Powerful Women in Business," Tracy gives us a primer on venture capital and shares her take on why less than 3% of all VCs are women. Plus, she walks us through why Silver Tech--companies servi...
2021-06-2840 min
A Certain AgeRethink Your Sun Fun with Valerie McMurray, Founder of Luxury Suncare Brand Soleil ToujoursPULL UP YOUR BEACH CHAIR. We’re talking all things sunblock on today’s show. Because summer fun equals sun. And if you’re Generation Coppertone, baby oil, and silver tanning reflectors, sunblock has come a long way baby. Meet Valerie McMurray, the founder, and CEO of Soleil Toujours, a line of mineral-based, eco-friendly sun and skincare products. While pregnant, Valerie looked at the sunblocks on the market, saw their long list of chemicals, and thought, “thanks but no thanks.”We dive into the benefits of mineral sunblock, learn how Valerie pivoted from a career in finance...
2021-06-2137 min
A Certain AgeAge-Proof Your Hair with Sonsoles Gonzalez of Better Not YoungerReady to banish bad hair days? Tackle brittle, dry, thinning, or graying locks? Meet Sonsoles Gonzalez, founder of haircare company Better Not Younger, the first haircare brand for women over 40. She joins me to talk about age-proofing your hair, entrepreneurship, and how her 25-year career at L’Oréal and Procter & Gamble helped her identify a gap in the multi-billion-dollar hair care market. Want more years of beautiful hair? This show is a cannot miss.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInG...
2021-06-1433 min
A Certain AgeKindra CEO Catherine Balsam-Schwaber Talks Symptom Relief (and the $600 Billion Dollar Business of Menopause)Mood swings. Brain fog. Hot flashes. Toxic rage. Menopause is all that and a bag of chips. Did you know that there are 30+ symptoms that can mark menopause? When no two bodies menopause the same - getting educated is the first step in getting relief from menopause’s irksome symptoms. On this week's show, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, CEO of menopause-relief company Kindra, shares the four most common side effects of menopause and products that can help with symptom relief. Plus, we dive into what it takes to build a next-gen wellness brand, and why the business worl...
2021-06-0738 min
A Certain AgeRear Admiral Nancy Lacore On Valor and A Life of Military ServiceFor 32 years, naval aviator Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore has made military service and love of country a central part of her life. She joins me to talk about life as a military family, why the Navy is both a career and a community, how she balances six kids and overseas deployment, and why valor knows no gender. As we mark Memorial Day, we also cover the nonprofit she created to honor the U.S. military women who made the ultimate sacrifice while supporting combat since 9/11.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:
2021-05-3130 min
A Certain AgeGreat Sex Starts at 50 Says Sexpert Tracey CoxMeet Tracey Cox, one of the world’s foremost writers on sex and relationships. With 16 best-selling books, she is back with a buzzy new podcast and the midlife must-read, “Great Sex Starts at 50: Age-Proof Your Libido & Transform Your Sex Life,” which offers reassuring, nuts-and-bolts advice for keeping your sex life humming. We dive into the toe-curling fun of great sex and uncover midlife speedbumps—menopause and bottomed-out libidos, painful sex, wobbly erections, lack of desire, and midlife body changes that can add up to feeling deeply unsexy. Plus, grown-up hand jobs, why lube is your midlife BFF, and how “great” sex...
2021-05-2441 min
A Certain AgeSex and Dating After a Marriage Ends with Memoirist Laura Friedman WilliamsAfter decades of marriage, three kids, years as a stay-at-home parent, Laura Friedman Williams’ marriage and world imploded. Her upcoming memoir, Available: A Memoir of Sex and Dating After a Marriage Ends, is a riveting, page-turning read on navigating the modern dating scene, rediscovering sexuality, and redefining identity as the definition of wife is stripped away, the family unit morphs and shifts, and a woman with a rich and complex private life emerges.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET IN...
2021-05-1744 min
A Certain AgeGlobal Advocate Jody Day on Living a Childless LifeMother’s Day is a holiday impossible to escape or ignore. But not every woman is buying what Hallmark is selling. Many women have complicated relationships with their mothers. Others mourn lost or absent moms, and many women are not mothers at all, either by choice or by chance. This week’s show explores being a childless woman in a culture that fetishizes motherhood. Meet Jody Day, a global thought leader and advocate for childless women. Jody is an author, a TEDx speaker, an integrative psychotherapist, and the founder of a global friendship and support network for child...
2021-05-1039 min
A Certain AgeReinvent Your Empty Nest with Ideas from Author Melissa ShultzMay’s graduation season means those nests are emptying. Are you ready? Today’s show features a woman with ideas for reinventing your life after the kids leave. Writer Melissa Shultz, author of From Mom to Me Again, chronicles how to survive that first dislocating empty-nest year and shares ideas for transforming your marriage, friendships, career, and life as you once again take center stage in your own life.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign...
2021-05-0340 min
A Certain AgeGoing Grey in a World That’s Not with Silver Hair Evangelist Katie Goes PlatinumThinking of ditching the dye and embracing your grey? Ready to save oodles of time (and money) but worried about navigating the awkward transition? Worried your boss, friends, the world will think grey hair makes you...old? Meet silver hair evangelist Katie Emery, creator of the popular blog, Katie Goes Platinum. After 29 years of coloring her hair, she ditched the dye and has ideas for helping you do the same. Katie shares grey hair transition strategies, must-have products for shiny, silver locks, plus two ideas going grey in secret. Mind blown!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.com
2021-04-2637 min
A Certain AgeStand-Up Comic Carole Montgomery on Funny Woman of A Certain AgeMeet Carole Montgomery—stand-up comic, writer, actress, and producer of two Showtime comedy specials, Funny Women of A Certain Age. After a 40+ year standup career on stages from Vegas to small clubs, often as the only female comic, Carole shares how she got an all-women comedy special greenlit in an ageist entertainment industry. Plus, what’s making her LOL, and the female comics to put on your radar.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up f...
2021-04-1946 min
A Certain AgeUrologist Dr. Angelish Kumar on How to Laugh (Sneeze) and Work Out Pee-FreeGot bladder leaks, UTIs, or a fear of being seated in the middle row of an airplane or movie theater? Meet Dr. Angelish Kumar, a urologist and certified menopause practitioner who has ideas for combatting all your irksome bladder issues. We dive into the top 4 common bladder complaints (and why NO ONE talks about them) and the impacts of menopause and aging on bladder and vaginal health. Bottom line: it is possible to laugh, sneeze, and work out pee-free. If you have a bladder, this show is a cannot miss!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.com
2021-04-1252 min
A Certain AgeFormer Real Simple Editor Kristin van Ogtrop on Her Latest Book "Did I Say That Out Loud? Midlife Indignities and How to Survive Them"As editor-in-chief of Real Simple, Kristin van Ogtrop grew the magazine into the #1 women’s lifestyle title with a finger-on-the-pulse insight into the psyche and wants of the American woman. Now, she is back with a hilarious new book, Did I Say That Out Loud? Midlife Indignities and How to Survive Them, a memoir-cum-exploration of the phases, stages, and outrages of midlife. We cover aging parents, aging bodies, growing children, and the ups and downs of career, love, and life. Plus, why Team Midlife is more phoenix than dinosaur.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFO...
2021-04-0545 min
A Certain AgeNYT-Bestselling Author Terri Cheney On Modern Madness and Mental HealthHow are you? No, really. How are you? Today’s show features a woman who answers that question honestly. Entertainment lawyer Terri Cheney ripped the covers off her secret battle with bipolar disorder in her New York Times bestselling memoir, Manic. Now she is back with a new book, Modern Madness: An Owner’s Manual. We explore the struggle, stigma, and treatments for mental illness and her practical advice for managing (and thriving) with mental disorders. Bonus, we explore how the pandemic is taxing everyone’s mental health and why a COVID-silver-lining might be increased empathy.SHOW NOTES...
2021-03-2935 min
A Certain AgeOn Pluck and Pandemic America with Oral Storyteller Michelle FishburneMeet Michelle Fishburne. After losing her job and home during the pandemic, Michelle packed up an RV to crisscross the US, filming ordinary Americans sharing their pandemic stories for a one-of-a-kind oral history project called Who We Are Now.At age 57, the former lawyer and non-profit communications pro found herself "on the edge of a cliff" after her life dramatically changed during our COVID spring. Now, this real-life "Nomadland" traveler shares the heroes she met along the way, stories of regular people muddling through, and how to navigate the gulf between uncertainty and resiliency. We also talk "...
2021-03-2236 min
A Certain AgeLove, Loss and Laughs. Writer Leslie Gray Streeter on A Sad-Funny Journey Through GriefMeet Leslie Gray Streeter – veteran journalist and author of “Black Widow: A Sad-Funny Journey Through Grief for People Who Normally Avoid Books With Words Like ‘Journey’ in the Title.” Named a Glamour Magazine “Top-20 Books to Read in 2020,” Leslie's memoir chronicles the unexpected loss of her young husband and how she was left to raise their baby on her own. Leslie mixes heartbreak and laugh-out-loud funny to create a joyful read for anyone who has lost someone they love.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedIn...
2021-03-1540 min
A Certain AgeTo Stay or Go? Divorce Pro Kate Anthony on How to Decide (and Thrive)Falling in love is easy. Getting divorced is hard. Today’s show features a guest who helps answer the question – should I stay or should I go? Kate Anthony is a certified divorce coach and host of the New York Times recommended podcast, “The Divorce Survival Guide.” She walks us through how to know when it’s time to call it quits--and how to survive with your sanity and bank account intact.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:
2021-03-0844 min
A Certain AgeBetter the Next Day. On Baking, Grief and Mother Loss with Memoirist Rachel Levy LesserIs there a woman alive who hasn't thought deeply about her relationship with her mother? Today's guest, the author, and essayist, Rachel Levey Lesser explores motherhood from every angle: as a daughter coming of age, a parent to teens, and through the lens of her mother's devastating early death. Her most recent book, "Life's Accessories: A Memoir (and Fashion Guide)" explores the totemic power of objects to conjure memory and help us understand life in all its beauty, joy, sorrow, heartache, and hilarious absurdity. Bonus, we talk pandemic baking and Rachel's buzzy new viral baking show garnering praise from...
2021-03-0141 min
A Certain AgeLove in the Time of COVID with Dr. Helen Fisher, Chief Science Adviser to Match.comDo we age out of love? Has the pandemic derailed dating and mating? Not according to Dr. Helen Fisher, chief science adviser to Match.com. An anthropologist, human behavior researcher, and expert on love and the biology of why we mate, stay, and stray, Dr. Fisher joins me to drop optimistic truth bombs on love in the time of COVID. Bonus, she shares snippets of her own love story and marriage at age 75.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET...
2021-02-2245 min
A Certain AgeGlow Talk. Intimate Self-Care and Body Love with Christine Marie MasonReady to treat your body with more reverence and love? Meet Christine Marie Mason, the founder of Rosebud Woman, a line of luxury, plant-based intimate wellness products. A former software CEO and six-time tech founder, Christine is also a yogi, tantric, co-founder of a mediation center, and a student of plant medicine and intentional living. We uncover the genesis of Rosebud Woman and how Christine identified a need for luxury vaginal and vulvar skincare formulations, why body love is an imperative, and what can get in the way of self-love. Bonus, we explore how designing a life of integrity...
2021-02-0836 min
A Certain AgeThe Vagina Dialogues with Dr. Anita Sadaty: Intimacy, Arousal and Sexual HealthWant to maintain tip-top sexual health, vibrant intimacy, and self-care for down there as you age? Of course, you do. You’re fifty, not dead. We welcome back Dr. Anita Sadaty, an expert on gynecology and women’s hormonal health, who coaches us on how to care for our lady parts, libido, and pelvic floor. Plus, we dive into biggies like bladder health (spoiler – you SHOULD be able to sneeze without wetting your pants), why some of you are doing those Kegels all wrong, and fun stuff like Yoni Eggs and sex toys. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acerta...
2021-02-0141 min
A Certain AgeCannonball with Confidence into Midlife with Amy Schmidt of Fearlessly Facing FiftyAmy Schmidt is a podcaster, author, and TEDx speaker, and she did it all on the cusp of 50 and after years as a stay-at-home mom. With the mantra “you’re never too old, and it’s never too late,” Amy shares how to “cannonball” into midlife with confidence, grace, and humor. Plus, we talk about overcoming self-doubt, the fear of failure, and how to be your own best friend. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up for...
2021-01-2536 min
A Certain AgeFeel Young, Strong, and Sexy for Life with Wellness Coach Renata JoyJanuary check-in: How are your fitness resolutions holding up? Today’s show keeps you on track (and boosts your grit) as wellness expert Renata Joy coaches us on how to be young, strong, and sexy for life. Renata shares ideas for COVID-friendly workouts, strategies for squeezing exercise into a busy schedule, and offers practical, supportive ideas for fine-tuning your fitness habits. Plus, she talks pivoting from an Emmy-award-winning TV career to build a wellness business. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedIn...
2021-01-1839 min
A Certain AgeOn Active Aging. How to Transform Your Fitness at Any Age According to Dr. Vonda WrightThinking about upping your fitness game? Today’s guest, Dr. Vonda Wright, an elite sports doctor and leading authority on active aging, shares a simple framework that can dramatically transform your health at any age and any fitness level. Learn more about the five pillars for a healthy, fit, joyful, and vibrant life. Plus, the fascinating science behind the body’s wondrous ability to regenerate and retain vibrancy.SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebookLinkedInGET INBOX INSPO:Sign up f...
2021-01-1134 min
A Certain AgeForget Resolutions. Crush 2021 Goals, Achieve Your Dreams with One Simple Tool Says Fast Forward Founder Lisa McCarthyTear up those New Year’s resolutions. An extraordinary life requires new tools. In today’s show, Lisa McCarthy, CEO of the Fast Forward Group, shares a simple, science-backed exercise to play big, take risks, and laser focus you on what’s important – in every area of your life. Now, you can join the 50,0000 leaders of global companies like Facebook, Google, and Nike who use Fast Forward to elevate performance and drive personal fulfillment. Bonus, we talk tools for managing mindset to better deal with life's curveballs and everyday challenges. SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLO...
2021-01-0436 min
A Certain AgeWhy Improv Can Help You Survive the Pandemic (and your Fifties) with Katie GoodmanWe have had a year. A Certain Age is closing out 2020 with a guest who offers up the tools of improv comedy to help us handle absolutely anything and be more creative, courageous, and confident. The exact recipe we need for 2021. Katie Goodman is an award-winning improv comedian, actor, author, and social activist. Now, she shares how the tools of improv can make us more resilient, joyful, and bold as we tackle the New Year. 2021, we ready!SHOW NOTES + TRANSCRIPT:acertainagepod.comFOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE:InstagramFacebook...
2020-12-1436 min