Friends. Period.

It's been a few weeks, and boy, do we have some catching up to do! From a truly unexpected encounter with a "clown" car that hit one of our houses this past weekend, to reminiscing about our Driver's Ed days, the Friends Period crew has plenty to talk about. We share what's been happening in our lives, take a nostalgic trip back to learning to drive, and swap some laughs alon...

In this episode, we're talking TECH- and wondering when exactly we became the people who need help figuring out how to use something. Technology has changed dramatically since we were kids, teens, and even young adults. We went from rotary phones and answering machines to cell phones that do just about everything, from finding our way somewhere to telling us what the weather will be before we...

September is Perimenopause Awareness Month, so naturally, the Friends have plenty to say about it! This week, Lisa gives us an update on her recent visit with a new HRT specialist and shares what she’s learning as she continues to navigate the sometimes confusing world of hormone replacement therapy. Meghan brings us a product recommendation from one of our listeners... because some of the best mi...

Is it menopause? Is it aging? Is it something nobody has bothered to study yet? Or do we just need a new doctor?! In this episode of Friends Period, we’re talking about one of the most frustrating parts of midlife: trying to navigate healthcare when your body seems to be doing something new every five minutes. We kick things off by sharing what YOU had to say about midlife... both the things that...

This week on Friends. Period., we're talking about two things that apparently decided to become major characters in midlife: our eyes and our hair. Why does our eyesight seem to have its own agenda? And what exactly is happening to our hair as we get older? We compare notes on the joys, frustrations, and unexpected changes that come with getting older... And, as always, realize that we're...

Welcome to the group chat! Follow the Friends Period Podcast on Facebook and Instagram or email us at Friendsperiod5@gmail.com Why is it so much easier to show compassion to everyone else than it is to ourselves? This week, the Friends dive into one of the biggest challenges many women face in midlife: self-confidence and self-love. We unpack why so many of us struggle with feeling "good enou...

Sometimes the best conversations don't have an agenda. In this episode of Friends. Period., we're simply catching up on what's been on our minds this week. From our little acts of self-care to the latest products we've been trying, we let the conversation go wherever it wanted to go... just like it used to back in our days of big hair and Hypercolor shirts. We talk about the challe...

What happens when the goals you've been chasing no longer feel like your goals? In this episode of Friends Period, we dive into the evolving relationship we have with goal setting, success, and personal growth as we move through midlife. From career ambitions and family expectations to the constant influence of social media and hustle culture, we explore how many of our goals are inherited rat...

Why can't we remember names like we used to? Why do simple words disappear mid-sentence? Why does it sometimes feel like our brains are working overtime... yet accomplishing less? In this episode of Friends. Period., we're exploring the cognitive side of modern life. From memory lapses and brain fog to constant worry and mental fatigue, we're asking the question so many women have wond...

We're making healthier food choices. We're staying active. We're trying the things that are supposed to work... so why does it feel like our bodies didn't get the memo? In this episode of Friends Period, we dive into one of the most frustrating parts of midlife: weight gain that seems to happen despite our best efforts. We share our personal experiences with changing metabolism, st...

From career changes and unexpected life detours to teaching our kids resilience, we're talking about the many ways change shows up in our lives. Some changes we seek out. Others arrive uninvited. Join us as we share stories, lessons, and a few laughs about learning to adapt when life doesn't go according to plan. We hope you join our circle of friends.... Welcome to the group chat! Keep in...

Is it just us, or is life currently a non-stop loop of running to the bathroom and staring at the ceiling? This week, we’re getting completely real about the exhausting struggle of needing to pee all the time —and no, it’s not just a nighttime thing, it’s a literal 24/7 situation. We also chat about the weird realities of our current sleep schedules, insomnia and those days where somehow we sleep...

Change is inevitable, but what happens when it’s permanent? In this episode of Friends. Period. , we are diving deep into the world of fungi—from the morning brew in our mugs to the deeper symbolism of growth and transformation. We start with an update on Colleen’s and Lisa’s mushroom coffee journey (are they converted?). Then, Erin reveals the hysterical, very cringey, and completely unfiltered s...

Ever had one of those weeks where your brain feels like it has 47 tabs open, three of them are frozen, and there’s music playing from somewhere but you can’t find where it’s coming from? You’re not alone. This week, Colleen, Erin, Lisa, Meghan and Tara sit down for a much-needed reality check on stress, how our bodies flag us down when we’re overdoing it, the bizarro world that is our subconscious...

How far would you go for a good night’s sleep, glowing skin, or a little relief?  In this episode, we’re peeling back the curtain on our recent "health and wellness" adventures,  covering the spectrum from the earthy and herbal to the downright fishy.  We also touch on the “BS Meter” and how we have to use our discernment to decide which trends are worth the hype and which belong in the "not so mu...

Join us as we discuss exercise!  Preferred forms of exercise, staying motivated and ideas on how to squeeze exercise into a busy life. We’re all bombarded with information on what we should be doing so we share what we do.   Reasons for exercise have evolved since our younger years.  How has your view of exercise changed over your life?   We hope you join our circle of friends.   Welcome to the gr...

Are we really that old?  What makes you feel old?  When did we become part of the older crowd at work?  We’re shifting from being “young” in our minds to being “middle aged” in reality.  We explore the multitude of triggers that remind us of our age from cultural references to fashion choices.  We also discuss the benefits that come with experience and maturity.    Do you feel your age? We hope yo...

In this episode we explore quick fixes targeted to women of our age.  Ever been targeted by a social media ad that appears to offer a miracle cure?  We have too and we go down the rabbit hole sharing what we’ve tried, whether it’s an effort to feel better or an effort to look better.  From gimmicks to doctor recommendations.  From turkey neck cream to red light therapy to pumpkin seed oil. Are peo...

Welcome to Episode 1!  Meet the friends and join us as we do a deeper dive into our friendship and share some embarrassing memories as we stroll down Memory Lane. We explore different types of friendships, the evolution of friendships, difficulties of making friendships as an adult and how making childhood friends appears different in 2026. Our podcast is an extension of circle of friends - we hop...