A Certain Age

Bestselling author Karen Dukess returns to the show to pour out a piping hot cup of mystery, murder, and Anglophile fun as we explore the pages of her genre-bending new book "Welcome to Murder Week"—a delightful mystery romp through the English countryside. Plus, we spill the tea on creative setbacks, midlife resilience, and the power of leaning into fun to unlock our best work. Karen was the firs...

Can midlife be a portal to our most powerful selves? What if menopause came with superpowers? In this A Certain Age bonus episode, listen in as host Katie Fogarty and author Kirsten Miller explore "The Change," a razor-sharp feminist revenge fantasy about three women who navigate the thickets of menopause and small-town murder with superpowers unlocked by midlife. Miller crafts a tale that's equal...

Is your birthday something to celebrate or avoid? This week, Katie explores this question with author Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming, author of “How to Have a Happy Birthday,” who reveals how to transform annual milestones from sources of dread into opportunities for joy.  "A birthday is the most powerful day of our year," says Tamar, who offers ideas for birthday rituals and reflections, to meaningful gif...

We all know that midlife is more fun with friends. But friendship is more than a nice-to-have—female friendships are a balm and a salve, tethering us when the roller coaster of (mid)life threatens to catapult us off the tracks. This week, Katie explores the uplifting power of friendship with Vanessa Cornell, founder of the women's community NUSHU. After experiencing her own breaking point at 35, t...

Learn how to preserve your family's most meaningful stories with Aviva Black, founder of Family Love Letters. Discover how a heartfelt letter from her late father inspired Aviva to help others capture intergenerational connections and family history before they're lost to time. This conversation reveals practical techniques for drawing out powerful memories from loved ones, creating tangible heirl...

Open up your closet, ears and mind. Style OG Stacy London is back on the show to help you toss what no longer works—from dated jeans to outdated mindsets about what it means to age. "Style is a living, breathing thing that evolves over time," says Stacy as she gives us the BTS on how she’s dressing, living, and creating anew. From reuniting with Clinton Kelly on the new show —'Wear Whatever the F...

Reaching midlife necessitates a series of reinventions. If you are lucky, you head into your middle years with a curious, ever-blooming spirit. This week, former First Lady of Canada, longtime mental health advocate, and perennial bloomer Sophie Grégoire Trudeau joins host Katie Fogarty to explore the life’s work of building emotional wellness and her new book "Closer Together: Knowing Ourselves,...

Discover how essential amino acids could be the missing link in your midlife wellness journey. Join us as former Women's Health Editor-in-Chief Liz Plosser reveals the surprising supplement that transformed her strength, energy, and recovery after 40. You'll learn exactly how supplements like EAAs and creatine work as protein building blocks to maintain muscle, boost energy and recovery, and help...

Succeeding on the outside but struggling on the inside? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Judith Joseph helps you recognize the hidden signs of high functioning depression that often hide behind your achievements and busy schedule. Drawing from her powerful new book "High Functioning: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy," Dr. Joseph shares her proven 5-step framework for breaking f...

Craving adventure without jeopardizing your relationship? In this episode, psychotherapist Leah Fisher shares transformative insights from her memoir 'My Marriage Sabbatical,' which chronicles how her year-long solo journey at age 60 unexpectedly deepened her 30-year- marriage. You'll discover practical communication strategies, planning frameworks, and relationship wisdom that turned potential co...

An epic on-camera hot flash on live TV started Emmy-award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal on her menopause journey. For the first time in decades, she didn't finish the newscast. She would later receive a message from her gynecologist in her health portal saying, "In menopause... any questions?" but with no guidance on navigating a flood of symptoms. Now, Tamsen has written the menopause manual sh...

Can a bold lip and a sparkly bomber jacket make midlife feel more fabulous? Yes, says beauty and fashion founder Mally Roncal who brings her trademark energy, spark and zest for living at every age to this week’s show. Mally got her start as a celebrity make-up artist to stars like Beyonce and J. Lo, then launched her eponymous line Mally Beauty, a brand with decades of staying power, and pivoted...

Are you one of the millions of women battling debilitating migraines? This episode is your guide to understanding the surprising connection between your hormones and those crushing headaches. Join host Katie Fogarty as she speaks with Dr. Nada Hindiyeh, former Stanford neurology professor and founder of Haven Headache and Migraine Center, who reveals why migraines affect women three times more tha...

Do you find yourself constantly saying "Sure, no problem" even when you're overwhelmed? In a refreshingly honest conversation, author Amy Wilson joins host Katie Fogarty to share how you can break free from the helper trap. If you're the person everyone counts on—at work, at home, and everywhere in between—you'll relate to Wilson's frank, funny stories about learning to set boundaries and prioriti...

Frustrated with menopause healthcare? You should be. Menopause is undertreated, underfunded, and under-researched. Channel your outrage into action with a game-changing conversation on making your voice heard! Host Katie Fogarty sits down with advocate Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, who has partnered with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Maria Shriver and many of the country's leading menopause experts to create "The...

Curious about all the buzz around "lifting heavy" at midlife? Fitness pro and Nike Master Trainer Holly Rilinger breaks down why strength training is an engine of longevity—and how to make it work for you. Learn exactly how to start building muscle (no matter your experience level), discover the science behind post-workout recovery, and get expert tips for managing osteoporosis and injuries. Wheth...

What if your best years are still ahead of you? What if midlife isn't about fading into the background, but stepping boldly into your next act? This week, writer-director Brooke Berman joins host Katie Fogarty to share how she made her first film in her 50s, challenging Hollywood's assumptions about age and creativity. Through the lens of Brooke’s debut film "Ramona at Midlife," we explore the que...

If you've ever felt nagging bladder pressure, struggled with painful sex, or found yourself planning every outing around bathroom breaks, this episode is for you. Pelvic pain expert Dr. Sonia Bahlani combines training in both gynecology and urology to tackle the questions too many women are afraid to ask. Why do so many of us suffer for years before getting help? What's really causing that constan...

Feeling stuck in your career or worried about staying relevant in today's fast-changing job market? This episode is your guide to navigating what's next. Join host Katie Fogarty and LinkedIn's top career expert Catherine Fisher as they break down the latest data on where jobs are headed, reveal insider tips for standing out on LinkedIn, and share practical strategies for continuous career growth....

Looking for real answers about managing hot flashes and other menopause symptoms? Dr. Jen Ashton, one of America's leading doctors, shares practical solutions and the latest treatment options (including non-hormonal alternatives) to help you feel your best. Get straight talk about what works, what doesn't, and how to take charge of your health in midlife and beyond. Whether you're dealing with sle...

Want to stay active, strong and mobile in midlife and beyond? Physical therapy expert Dr. Katie Dailey reveals how just 10-20 minutes of targeted daily movement can help you build stronger bones, maintain muscle mass, and protect your joints. Perfect for women navigating menopause and anyone who wants to keep doing what they love for decades to come. Learn about Groove Health's personalized virtua...

Is your body craving something different in 2025? Tired of brain fog, low energy, and a body you no longer recognize? We’ve got you! On this week’s show, leading nutrition scientist Dr. Sarah Berry, Chief Scientist at ZOE and Professor at King's College London unveils the science behind personalized nutrition and explains why cookie-cutter diet approaches are failing us. Drawing from research on 7...

From beauty industry veteran to silver-haired sensation, model and influencer Claudia Fabian is redefining what it means to age visibly and glamorously. In this week's show, Claudia reveals how going gray launched an unexpected modeling career at 50+ and sparked a mission to change how the beauty industry speaks to women in midlife. Now a Sephora Squad member and one of WWD's top Gen X beauty infl...

Need gift ideas that delight (and won't get regifted)? Fashion insider and journalist Christine Morrison joins host Katie Fogarty for a festive dive into holiday shopping, gifting, and style that wows. From luxury wellness splurges (hello, sauna blanket!) to brilliant stocking stuffers, we’ve got you covered with smart picks at every price point. Plus, get the scoop on elevated additions to inject...

Are you drowning in to-do lists, overflowing inboxes, and a calendar that feels like it's about to explode? Welcome to a game-changing conversation with Shira Gill, the NYT-bestselling author and home organizing expert who champions the idea that minimalism isn't about having three t-shirts and an all-beige home—it's about being radically intentional with your time, energy, and life. In this episo...