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The Midlife MentorsAre Midlife Hormones Hijacking Your Relationship?This episode is a deeply personal one. We’re lifting the lid on a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough airtime – what happens when both partners go through midlife hormonal changes at the same time.That point where menopause and andropause collide, creating a perfect storm of symptoms, misunderstandings, and emotional strain. But also, an opportunity.We’ll be sharing our own journey, the truth about how it’s affected our relationship, and the tools we’ve used to stay connected, resilient, and supportive through the messiness of midlife.We hope you enjoy listen...2025-06-2839 minThe Midlife MentorsDouble Standards Between Men & Women At Midlife?In this episode, we’re diving into something that doesn’t get talked about enough - the double standards at midlife for men and women - in the press and in society as a whole. Increasingly, and brilliantly - midlife women are being encouraged to see this stage of their life as empowering and liberating - a positive midlife crisis - as they question their marriages, sexuality and what’s next for them. However, for men, this stage of life is often mocked. They’re labelled as grumpy, broken, or just going through a cliché.We’ve seen...2025-05-2521 minThe Midlife MentorsMale Hair Loss: Interview With Bav MajithiaIn this episode we’re shining a light on a topic that quietly affects almost one in two men by the age of fifty: hair loss.Now - losing your hair might sound purely cosmetic, but it can gnaw at confidence, self-image and even mental health. So what happens when you decide to take action—publicly?My guest knows a thing or two about living in the spotlight. You may have seen him masterminding the business behind those signature super-car wraps at Yannimize. Today, Bav parks the Lamborghinis and opens...2025-05-1832 minThe Midlife MentorsEmbracing The Season Of WaitingIn today’s episode, we’re talking about patience and the often uncomfortable season of waiting. Whether you're waiting for clarity, breakthrough or healing — in your work, finances or relationships - this is for you. We’ll explore what it means to wait well, why the pause has purpose, and how to find peace in the in-between. Let’s lean into the stillness and discover what it’s trying to teach us.Ibiza Retreat: https://themidlifementors.com/retreats/James Book: The Midlife Male Handbook: Thriving Through AndropauseAmazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Midlife...2025-05-1028 minThe Midlife MentorsBeyond The Comfort ZoneOn today’s episode we’re tackling the big one: stepping out of that oh‑so‑snug comfort zone so we can finally stretch, grow, and live a little larger and longer.If you’ve ever felt that quiet itch - a ‘there’s‑got‑to‑be‑more’ whisper - stick around. We unpack the science of discomfort, share a couple of our own spectacular stumbles, and give you practical moves to trade safe and small for bold and brilliant.So, grab your coffee, lace up those metaphorical boots, and let’s get uncomfortable - because tha...2025-04-1928 minThe Midlife MentorsBreaking The Ice: Interview with Dan Bosomworth, Founder Of Brass MonkeyIf you’ve been following us for a while, you’ll know that we love a good old cold plunge, so when the opportunity came up to speak to Dan Bosomworth, founder of ice bath company Brass Monkey we leapt at it.We cover Dan’s own journey into cold water therapy, the mental and physical improvements he experienced, and the multitude of benefits cold water immersion can provide. From starting out with an old chest freezer in his garage, to building a brand that’s supplying commercial ice bath units globally, this is a really in...2025-04-0643 minThe Midlife MentorsLive Interview From The Ideal Home Show: The Book, Relationships & What's NextThis week we’ve got something a little bit different for you. It was recorded live just a couple of days ago at the Ideal Home Show in London where I Claire, interview James about his new book - diving into why he wrote it, what it covers, who it’s for and the key takeaways that will help midlife men as they transition through andropause.PS listen out for the big reveal in here too about what's next for us!James' book - The Midlife Male Handbook is available at the below books...2025-03-3027 min
The Great Unlearn172. The Midlife Male MAP: Mastering the Middle Years with Greg ScheinmanFounder of The Midlife Male, Greg Scheinman explores what it really takes to thrive in midlife. From the realities of empty nesting and evolving partnerships to the common challenges men face with consistency, Greg breaks down how to design your own MAP—Midlife Action Plan—and the essential questions to ask when redesigning your path.Connect with Greg:The Midlife MaleInstagramFacebookConnect with Cal:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeWebsite2025-03-301h 47The Midlife MentorsAchieving Life Balance In A Crazy WorldLife balance. How do we get it and why does it feel so elusive? In this podcast episode we’ll break down why it’s so important to address life balance, why it feels impossible to achieve and reveal some common misconceptions. Most importantly though we’ll explain why life balance doesn’t actually exist and how it can make us even more stressed chasing after it! As always, we’ll wrap up by giving you a four pillar holistic framework to regain control, be kinder to yourself and find more joy again.James' book The Midlife...2025-03-1531 min
Brooklands Radio FeaturesMidlife Mentors - The Midlife Male Handbook 11th March 2025Michelle Ford chatting with James Davis from Midlife Mentors. James is widely regarded as an expert in midlife health and happiness. Menopause for women is widely discussed, but men's andropause is given little attention - as testosterone depletes it can affect men's health in so many ways. The single biggest killer of men after 50 is heart disease and males aged 50 to 54 have the highest suicide rate of all. James has written the Midlife Male Handbook as a comprehensive resource designed to help men reclaim their vitality during andropause and reduce stigmas of men's health.2025-03-1126 minThe Midlife MentorsRegaining Confidence At MidlifeOur confidence can really take a dip at midlife for various reasons. Maybe it’s the loss of a relationship. A redundancy. Perhaps it’s a health issue, injury or even the change in your appearance. It’s important to acknowledge that it can be a challenging time, but equally important to note that with a few small changes, we can rebuild confidence in a fresh and new way that aligns with this stage of life.So in this episode we dive into what that looks like physically and mentally, offering up insights and tips that wi...2025-03-0131 minThe Midlife MentorsSally Gunnell OBE: Overcoming Life's Hurdles At MidlifeOn this week’s episode of The Midlife Mentors podcast we’re thrilled to be joined by Olympic gold medalist, and health and wellbeing ambassador Sally Gunnell OBE.Sally shares her incredible story with us - from when she was first spotted by her coach at 14, to how she navigated retirement from professional sport at the age of 31. Sally openly shares how her mindset held her back in her early career, and how she still uses the tools she learnt today to achieve her goals as a business owner, speaker and mentor.Finally, Sally offers us s...2025-02-2340 minThe Midlife MentorsThe Extinction Of Experience: Interview with Author Christine RosenSomething we’ve talked about a lot on The Midlife Mentors podcast is the impact of social media and the digital world we live in, in particular on our relationships. In this episode we dive deeper as we’re joined by Christine Rosen, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and author of the thought-provoking book The Extinction of Experience. In a world increasingly dominated by digital technology, many of us have become disconnected from direct, meaningful encounters with the natural environment and with each other. Christine’s work delves into how and why this...2025-02-1545 min