Midlife Mix

What happens when a straight woman and a gay man compare notes on dating, relationships, and modern love? Rachel sits down with her friend Mike for an unfiltered, hilarious, and surprisingly insightful conversation about the differences—and surprising similarities—between straight and queer dating. Together, they tackle everything from dating apps, ghosting, gender roles, and relationship expectat...

Ready to actually do it? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Erin Bury from Willful to walk through exactly how to make your will online, what decisions you'll need to make, and why it takes less time than you'd think. In this episode, you'll learn: - What information you need before you start - The key decisions to make: executor, guardian, and beneficiaries - How much a will actua...

If you passed away without a will, what would actually happen? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Erin Bury from Willful to walk through exactly what happens to your assets, your kids, and your family when there's no plan in place. In this episode, you'll learn: - How the government divides your estate when you die without a will - What happens to your children if neither parent has na...

Most people know they should have a will. So why don't they? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Erin Bury from Willful to talk about the real reasons Canadians put off estate planning — and why it's a lot easier to tackle than most people think. In this episode, you'll learn: - The most common excuses people use to avoid making a will - Why "I don't have enough assets&quot...

Former Miss Venezuela and Miss Universe Top 5 finalist Keysi Sayago joins Midlife Mix for a raw and honest conversation about beauty pageants, bullying, confidence, motherhood, relationships, and finding yourself again. Keysi shares what really happens behind the scenes in the pageant world, how social media and public scrutiny affected her mental health, and why confidence has nothing to do with...

Midlife changes everything—your body, your hormones, your relationships… and your sex life. In this episode of Midlife Mix , I sit down with renowned sexologist Dr. Jessica O’Reilly to unpack what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause—and why so many women feel completely blindsided by it. From sudden drops in libido to unexpected spikes in desire, we get into the physical, emotion...

We’ve all been sold the same promise: fix your skin, fix your life. But what if most of it… is BS? I sat down with Theresa, founder of The Derma Bar, to get the real truth about skincare, treatments, and aging in midlife. In this episode, we break down: What treatments are actually worth it (and what’s not) The biggest skincare mistakes women make in midlife Why social media is pushing women into...

Your body starts changing in your 40s and 50s—and suddenly nothing feels the same. The sleep issues. The brain fog. The fatigue. The “what is happening to me?” moments. In this episode of Midlife Mix , Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe—family physician and one of Canada’s leading voices in menopause care—breaks down what’s actually going on in your body during perimenopause and menopause. We get into: • The...

We’ve been told midlife symptoms are all about hormones… but what if that’s only part of the story? In this episode of Midlife Mix, pharmacist & author Sherry Torkos explains what’s really happening beneath the surface—from joint pain and thinning hair to dry skin and low energy—and why collagen loss plays a bigger role than most women realize. We also get into what to look for in a collagen s...

At some point in many long-term relationships, couples quietly slip into something that feels less like a marriage… and more like living with a roommate. In this episode of Midlife Mix , I sit down with psychologist and author Dr. Tracy Dalgleish ( You, Your Husband & His Mother ) to talk about the relationship dynamics that can slowly chip away at connection — often without couples even reali...

After years of homelessness, addiction and abuse, Jason McLean found himself on the floor of his apartment with a gun in his hand, ready to end his life. He survived. Today, he is on a mission to confront one of the most urgent and under-discussed crises: men’s mental health. Men are significantly less likely to seek therapy. They are more likely to die by suicide. And many are taught to suppress...

Is death really the end—or just a transition? Psychic medium Lucy Basso joins Midlife Mix to explain how she receives messages from the other side, what she believes happens when we die, and how loved ones continue to communicate with us after they’re gone. We talk signs, spirit, intuition, and the realities of mediumship—then Lucy surprises me with a mini reading on-air that I did not see coming....

From Toronto to Hollywood — this is the Canadian success story everyone loves. Marissa Stapley is a New York Times bestselling author, the first Canadian writer chosen by Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club , and the author of Lucky , now being adapted into an Apple TV limited series . In this episode of Midlife Mix , Marissa opens up about quitting her job to become a writer, why the risk terrified her...

If you’ve been doing all the “right” things and the scale still won’t budge… this episode is for you. Weight loss expert Gina Livy of The Livy Method breaks down why what worked in your 20s and 30s stops working in midlife — and why mindset, not restriction, is the real game-changer. We talk hormones, habits, diet culture damage, and how midlife women can finally stop blaming themselves and start...

No one really prepares women for what happens after the kids leave home. The quiet. The identity shift. The moment your marriage suddenly feels… different. In this episode of Midlife Mix , I’m joined by Dr. Lynne Mouw , host of the wildly popular Life After Kids podcast and co-author of the bestselling book of the same name. We talk about redefining yourself after motherhood, how empty nest can ex...

The Truth About Dating in Midlife: Age gaps, unsolicited pics and why older women and younger men just make sense.

She had the “perfect” marriage… but behind closed doors, she was living in what she calls a golden jail . In this powerful episode, Brigitte reveals how her pastor husband rejected her, ignored her, and slowly made her believe she didn’t matter. Until one day—she chose herself. Now she’s thriving in business, thriving in love, and thriving in LIFE. If you need a sign that it’s not too late to star...

Your phone. Your inbox. Your online shopping habits. They’re all being targeted—and most of us have no idea how vulnerable we really are. This week on Midlife Mix , Rachel talks to cybersecurity expert Graeme Barrie , who exposes the biggest scams happening right now, the sneaky tricks criminals use, and how to lock down your identity before someone else gets their hands on it.

Jennifer Commins brewed more than a tea company—she brewed a bold new life. In this episode of Midlife Mix, the Pluck Tea founder spills on how doing the scariest things turned out to be her smartest business moves. We talk fear, leadership, midlife pivots, and why it’s never too late to do something brave (and maybe a little bonkers). Because let’s be honest—if not now, when?

Men going through divorce? Most are told to suck it up, lawyer up, and shut the hell up. But John Nachlinger—divorce lawyer, founder of Divorce Shield and and host of the podcast Get Divorced Without Getting Screwed is calling BS on that. In this episode, he breaks down why the “go it alone” approach is wrecking men emotionally and financially, and what they really need to survive divorce without...

In this episode, we sit down with renowned dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett of DLK on Avenue to explore what really happens to our skin as we age. From cutting-edge treatments to how dermatology has evolved over the years, Dr. Kellett shares expert advice on how to take charge of your skin health—at any age. Her empowering philosophy? Age Your Way.

“Muscles are medicine.” That’s what fitness and hormone health expert Nancy DiNino preaches — and after this episode, you’ll believe it too. We’re talking midlife metabolism, building strength and what she really thinks about weight loss drugs like Ozempic.

Being a grandparent isn't just about cookies and cuddles — it's about navigating complex family dynamics with grace and intention. In this episode, we sit down with grandparenting expert Dee Dee Moore of More Than Grand to unpack some of the toughest topics facing today's grandparents, including setting healthy boundaries, managing expectations with your adult children and yes — what to do if you...

Just three besties talking life, love and aging — and the mysterious case of our disappearing vaginas. Unfiltered, hilarious and 100% real.

Krista spent 25 years building a life with her husband — until he ended their marriage in a family group text. After 15 years as a stay-at-home mom, she suddenly had to start over in midlife, unsure of who she was without the roles she had always known. In this intimate and inspiring episode, Krista opens up about grief, identity, and the power of reclaiming your future. She shares how her mother’...