Anything But Mid

Ever feel like you’re secretly faking it and everyone else somehow knows what they’re doing? Same. In this episode, Amy and Whitney unpack impostor syndrome —why it often gets louder in midlife, why high achievers are the most likely to feel it, and how trying new things (style, careers, creativity, life pivots) can suddenly make you feel like a total fraud. They break down the five impostor syndr...

Glutathione sounds glamorous until you smell it. Amy and Whitney unpack what it actually does, why midlife bodies suddenly care, oxidization, and whether it’s worth it or not when no one can even agree on the best way to take it. Mentioned in this episode: Chocolate mint glutathione drops https://www.quicksilverscientific.com/products/glutathione Alive and Well (Austin) https://aliveandwell.health...

Is hydrogen water legit or just another fancy wellness trend? Amy and Whitney dig into the science, the hype, and what’s worth knowing in midlife, plus quick detours into PEMF updates, beauty maintenance realities, and navigating crooks and nannies. Humanaut https://www.humanauthealth.com/ Coartem https://www.novartis.com/us-en/sites/novartis_us/files/coartem.pdf Dr Amen Hydrogen Water https://bra...

Amy and Whitney take a practical deep dive into pumpkin seeds (pepitas) —why they’re being recommended for midlife women, what the research actually says, and how a simple handful a day might support hormones, bones, cholesterol, sleep, and overall metabolic health. Along the way, there’s real talk about blood work, testosterone swings, seed cycling, and why sometimes the simplest food really is d...

Whitney and Amy dig into PEMF and red light therapy - what it is, why it’s everywhere, and whether lying on an expensive electromagnetic mat actually does anything. Along the way, they detour into perfume obsessions, faux-real Birkins, and opting out of holiday cards, because midlife wellness is never just one thing. Mentioned in this episode: Frédéric Malle Perfumes https://www.fredericmalle.com...

Whitney and Amy break down ashwagandha — what it is, why everyone suddenly swears by it, and whether it actually does anything besides make you feel like you're “doing wellness.” From stress and sleep to focus and the placebo effect, they get honest about what’s hype, what’s helpful, and how to take it without overthinking it. Plus, a cameo from the world’s shiniest socks. Mentioned in this ep...

Whitney and Amy dive into the glamorous world of… topical chemotherapy. From zombie hands to sunscreen trauma to detergent confessions, this episode covers fluorouracil, skin checks, and why midlife is just one long battle with UV regret and subscriptions. Mentioned in this episode: Chelsea Handler – I'll Have What She's Having https://www.chelseahandler.com/books True Earth Laundry Deterg...

Sober curious… or just sober-ISH? Amy (3+ years sober) and Whitney (not) go all in on giving up- and sometimes not giving up- alcohol, experimenting with algae, hormones, and mocktails, and trying to figure out why midlife drinking makes everything from sleep to sex to socializing feel… complicated and occasionally deranged. Mentioned in this episode: EnergyBits Algae Tablets https://energybits.co...

You know that moment you realize you’ve basically become your own aesthetician, dermatologist, and chemist? We do too. Amy and Whitney dive into the world of DIY beauty: what’s genius, what’s terrifying, and what should absolutely be left to professionals (spoiler: lasers). Mentioned in this episode: Function Health – https://functionhealth.com LED Masks (for skin rejuvenation) – https://www.allur...

Fiber! Who knows all about it? You will now. Get ready to take fiber to the max with us this week! Remember to share this podcast with a friend, and rate and review and follow the show! Have a midlife moment to share? Email us at anythingbutmidpodcast@gmail.com and tell us your mid moment, your wins, or what you want us to talk about next. Follow us: Amy Edwards – https://instagram.com/realamyedwa...

Whitney has been losing hair for two years now, so let's get into her journey, what she's tried, and where she is now. From minoxidil to hormones, rosemary oil, and everything in between, we cover it, plus beauty standards, The Golden Bachelor, and midlife moments. Mentioned in this episode: Amy's bag hookup: WhatsApp +86 189 7991 3453 Remember to share this podcast with a friend, and...

Do you need a sign? How about a signier sign? Same. How do we ask, what do we look for, and why do we need them at our age? We cover the power of asking out loud, trusting what you feel, and co-creating your life instead of waiting for things to happen. Mentioned in this episode: The Amy Edwards Show – https://amyedwards.com/podcast The Amy Edwards Show – https://amyedwards.com/podcast Every Widow...

Get out your pompoms! It’s the inaugural episode of Anything But Mid, because even though it’s midlife, yours is destined to be anything but mid. Amy and Whitney dive into why this show exists, the pressure of doing all the things , and one of their favorite topics: sleep . From mouth taping to circadian rhythms to remembering we don’t actually need to eat more jicama, and it’s exactly what midlif...