Midlife & Beyond Conversations

Yasmin Ali runs creative workshops, working with polymer clay and, via her monthly club, encourages women to take time out from busy lives to lose themselves in creativity. In this podcast, we talk about the upsurge in creativity many women feel at the midpoint in their lives and how expressing ourselves creatively can relieve stress and create balance. You can find Yasmin via her website: www.bea...

In this episode, Naturopath, Sara Southgate, talks to Jo about 3 things we can do to balance our hormones: Eat more Phytoestrogens Drink more water Breathing techniques to reduce stress Sara can be contacted via her website . About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like all transitions, midlife can be messy and sad and glorious all at once, leaving many midlife women feeling rather alone and somew...

NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Practitioner, Shirley Lane and I talk about undoing unhelpful patterns of thought, the importance of sharing our experiences and creating a better world for our daughters. Shirley Lane is a Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioner who is particularly interested in whole body health and keeping healthy holistically, especially during the menopause.    As a menopa...

Have you ever felt sidelined at work and suspected it was because of your age? Workplace Trainer, Nicola Richardson, discusses ageism, the need to speak out, menopause support in the workplace and stepping into a mentorship role.  You can contact Nicola via her website. About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like all transitions, midlife can be messy and sad and glorious all at once, leaving many...

This week we're talking about why our skin changes in peri-menopause and menopause. Skincare expert, Liz Coleman, maintains that, apart from genes and hormones, changes are influenced 80% by diet and 20% by skincare.  I addition to her work as a Beauty Therapist Trainer, Liz has launched "Lizzie Loves" - all things health, wellness and lifestyle tips. Pamper packs, beauty boxes and grooming bags a...

This week's guest, Sue Plumtree, works as a relationship coach and is passionate about helping people create better relationships - with others and themselves. You can contact Sue via her website   About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like all transitions, midlife can be messy and sad and glorious all at once, leaving many midlife women feeling rather alone and somewhat invisible. But what does...

A corporate "escapee", Today's guest has a passion for creating space for relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether online or in her dedicated, bricks and mortar "self care space", Sue spends her days helping busy people unwind and relax. Connect with Sue on her website: www.tranquilitytime.co.uk About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like all transitions, midlife can be messy and sad and glorious all...

Vanessa Wallace draws on her personal experience as well as her solid professional training to help those suffering from anxiety and depression to reduce the inner critic and find a calmer, happier place. She has developed her own system - the R.E.B.E.L method - to understand how our minds work and how we can regain control. Find out more about Vanessa's work and her upcoming Anxiety and Depressio...

Are you approaching 50 and dreading it? Or feel as if you've lost yourself recently and want to get YOU back?  Then come and join Jo and other like-minded friends in The Midlife Quest Guided 8 week program! Enrolment is now live now until 10th May 2021 at 9pm BST - and we kick off next week on 11th May! Have a listen to this podcast where Jo explains this exclusive process, then take a look at the...

I always feel inspired when I encounter people 70 plus who live life on their terms, much as I used to be inspired by vibrant 50 somethings when I was in my forties! At 75, Val Adaway runs her own business as a Utility Warehouse Authorised Partner and has no plans to retire. In this episode, Val tells us about the example set by her mother, still working until the day before she died at 95, Val’s...

For many of us, thinking about money and the future is a daunting prospect, so we hide our heads in the sand and hope for the best. Using her parents as an example (with their permission) Sarah Huffen, from Gilded Wealth, describes how a little forward planning now can improve our quality of life in our later years. Regularly reviewing finances can give us the peace of mind we need to get on with...

“Ageism is never in Style” what a fantastic strapline for a fashion brand! Jacynth Bassett founded her age inclusive company, The Bias Cut , in response to seeing how her mother felt overlooked by clothing companies. Using customers of all ages as models, Jacynth is disrupting the narrative around fashion and age. We talk about her latest campaign: Strike out ageism! Where ageist terms are altered...

Rachel Peru is a Silver haired curve model represented by Bridge Models in London. Body confidence activist, influencer and host of the Out of the Bubble podcast Rachel has fully embraced her curves and her naturally grey hair. In fact, she has become famous for her silver locks and is flying the flag for misunderstood and misrepresented women everywhere. She is passionate about showing other wome...

In this episode, it was my pleasure to talk about skin, travel and independence! Beauty Expert, Joyce Connor has been working in the cosmetics industry for over 20 years. Specialising in hair and make-up for weddings, fashion, corporate, video and special occasions. she is based in Berkshire in the South East of England, but travels nationally and internationally for weddings and events, and cater...

Have you had your Covid jab yet? Would you like to, but are held back because you have a phobia around needles? - Have you not visited a dentist for years? - Do you avoid blood tests? - Do you avoid all medical procedures that might involve needles? - Are you unable to watch someone have an injection? - Are you unable to look at needles - a picture or for real? - Do you hate people talking about n...

A short solo podcast this week, reflecting on those who raised us and the mothering energy we all need to find within.  About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like all transitions, midlife can be messy and sad and glorious all at once, leaving many midlife women feeling rather alone and somewhat invisible. But what does this transition we are experiencing lead to?   I'm Jo Blackwell, a photograph...

PRO AGE warrior, beauty expert and STUDIO10 founder, Grace Fodor is on a mission to help every woman to look and feel their most beautiful and confident version of themselves – at ANY age. Hitting her mid 40s, Grace found herself labelled as ‘middle aged’ and surrounded by negative anti-ageing stereotypes that didn’t reflect how she felt or lived her life. Grace felt that she wanted to celebrate h...

Julia Doherty is a serial Entrepreneur whose most recent venture, Adventure Geek , came about because of her passion for hiking. In this episode, we talk about The Camino Di Santiago, goal setting, accountability, finding creative ideas and her 2023 challenge - a 2,500 mile walk along the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Buy Julia’s Book: Once Upon The Camino de Santiago: 21 Life Lessons...

Business woman, Kathryn came to talk to us as part of the “Life Stories” series. From having a racehorse named after her to travelling when poste restante was de riguer, pre-internet and mobile phones, to coming to terms with not having a family, join us to reminisce and be inspired. Connect with Kathryn via her website: https://www.ignitesuccess.co.uk/ About the Midlife and Beyond Podcast.   Like...

Introducing your host, Jo Blackwell, Writer, Photographer and the Founder of The Midlife Movement. In this solo episode, Jo recounts her personal journey through the midlife transition and how she became interested in helping other women to find their voice. You can find out more about Jo’s work via her websites: www.themidlife movement.com and www.joblackwell.co.uk (Writing and Photography) Note:...

Is the nature of midlife changing as "Generation X" hits 50? Our guest this week thinks it is! Jeremi Karnell is the CEO of Truelytics, a leading business intelligence SAAS platform in the Wealth Management sector. He lives in Austin, TX with his wife Cindy, his daughter, 9-year-old Aviana, his 8-year-old son Grayson, and his 5-year-old English Bulldog Mickey. Connect with Jeremi here:  https://ww...

My guest, Samantha Sutherland, describes herself as an "Abundance Activator", using tools such as numerology, EFT and biogentics.  "It’s time to let go of fear. It’s time to stop being mediocre. It’s time to unleash your potential. Using my kick ass spiritual approach to feminine empowerment I help you to unveil who you truly are." See more on Samantha's website About the Midlife and Beyond Podcas...

What can we, as “emerging elders”, offer during these uncertain times? I believe strongly that we all have a part to play, and that the changes we can make start with us. This episode - the first in Season 2 of the Midlife Movement Podcast - outlines 8 suggestions for how we as “emerging elders” can step up in the face of calamity, both personal and global. MODEL RESILIENCE REVIEW YOUR BELIEFS  VA...

Psychologist, Nicole Christina, has seen an increase in eating disorders in midlife women. We talk here about some of the reasons, and the forms this takes. WE talk about the pressures we face and the myth of the 10k steps goal. Nicole is also the creator and host of Zestful Aging , a lively and hugely successful podcast. Enthusiasm and passion create joy and I loved talking to Nicole about podcas...

Julie Colan is on a mission to raise awareness of the importance of the pelvic floor nationally, starting from school age. Stress incontinence is something that can affect young athletes and gymnasts as well as runners of all ages. She started her company, Secret Whispers , to help women train their muscles using kegel weights, in a proven program that helps to maintain pelvic floor strength at al...