Cropped: A Mid-Life Minute

Word on the street is that a lot of you are finding it difficult to get dressed these days, not because you don't want to but because you don't know how after nearly three years of sweat pants and couch living. But it's time. Even if you move into jeans and a tee, it's not hard to elevate even the simplest of basics.

Wendy recently met one of her idols who happens to have fun through her clothes... and even moreso during her battle with cancer. Our world's a s**tshow, from the individual to the global, but it's super important to still find joy. Let's go!

Cropped is back after a brief hiatus. Sometimes you just have to go with the flow, even if the flow means powering down. Wendy's back to kick off season two, and she's got something to say about friendship: Let's aim to be the friend we need and grant each other a lot of grace in these weird and tumultuous times.

December is overwhelming and nobody's helped when we become short-tempered and sweaty. So we can head this off by... indulging in every whim. Well. Maybe not every whim. But most of them? Wendy offers her twist on all the things we're told to do.

There's lots of noise and pearl clutching when it comes to whether we'll have anything to put under the Christmas tree this year. Hogwash, says Wendy. We have an abundance of stuff and things right in our local communities, so let's support our local crafters and bakers and candlestick makers.

It's someone's favorite holiday but we won't tell you who. (Hint: Her name rhymes with Fendi…) Our host gets the warm and fuzzies because she doesn't let a dropped turkey or a burned casserole throw her off her game. Let it be what it is and raise a glass to celebrate all the good things in your life.

If you missed episode 5, you'll still be right on time for this one. But do listen to episode 5 because you're worth it and this week is an extension of it. Listeners responded to the question: What does sexy mean to you? Your answers were so good that we're sharing them today. Y'all are fierce and sexy as hell.

It can happen to anyone, and it quite frequently does. Wendy wrestles with imposter syndrome and pins it to the mat. She shares some tools to quiet that voice in your head that, if left to its own devices, can rob us of all the incredible things we were meant to do and be.

Gen Z has spoken, and the side part is out. They say it makes you look old.   Excuse us? This one feels a wee bit personal, and Wendy goes to the mat on behalf of The Olds.

We of the middle-age set still want to feel a little sexy sometimes and we absolutely can! We must! At this point, we know sex appeal comes from what's on the inside (contentment, confidence, self-love), and the clothes we wear are simply a complement to all of that inner stunningness. We're no longer dressing like 20-somethings, right? RIGHT? Right. So we're gonna lean on a style icon for inspira...

When life gets out of sync - and it happens to all of us - it's good to scale back and focus on what you can control. Wendy shares her "basics" or the seven things she does that keep her balanced or help her recalibrate... and warning: this includes lots of water.

Getting older comes with a lot of perks, but it also comes with just a few humbling changes. The errant chin hair that unfurled overnight falls into this category. Let's discuss.

The last thing anyone needs is to stare down a closet of clothes, only to feel BAD about themselves... nope, not today! I'm going to show you a fun and easy exercise we can use to tap into our own personal style - without struggling, and without limitations.

In an era that sometimes seems like never-ending doom, how can we find joy within each day? How can we decide what matters most? Every week, I'm going to share what makes me happy through this podcast. When it comes to content, I'm going to follow my heart, and I hope you'll come along with me!

Welcome to my reinvented podcast, Cropped: A Mid-Life Minute. As most of you know, I'm all about reinvention, and here I go again!

Laura is the editor-in-chief of InStyle magazine the former executive director of Harper's Bazaar magazine... AND, she's witty beyond measure. She takes us through her journey within the fashion landscape, highlighting the importance of mentorship and the evolving nature of fashion itself.

Writer, editor, and podcast host Elise Loehnen inspires us to follow our dreams and embark on new journeys at ANY age. We discuss pivoting in mid-life, handling death and loss, and treating others with equality and equity.

Kim and Jenn dig into their long history - from working together professionally, to collaborating on the "Everything is Fine" podcast as co-hosts. They share their thoughts on exploring opportunities, defining success, and living unapologetically.

Renowned psychological astrologer and best-selling author Jennifer Freed drops by to chat, encouraging us to continuously learn, improve, and self-actualize. Personal growth doesn't stop at ANY age!

Dr. Kameelah Phillips joins us as a regular guest, talking all things menopause and womens' health issues. She speaks with us today while juggling her three children, and we keep it real in this episode by leaving in the INCREDIBLY relatable distractions.

In this episode we introduce Zoe Kors, a highly sought-after sex and intimacy coach. She will join us as a recurring guest to answer YOUR questions, drawing from her extensive knowledge of Eastern disciplines and Western psychotherapy.

When it comes to style, Kate Bosworth is an icon. She is also a true example of confidence, self-possession, and kindness - an inspiration to ALL women, regardless of age.

After an incredibly successful career in the music industry, Angelique Miles found new purpose in taking control of the most important aspects of her life. She is a shining example of resilience and reinvention, and she reminds us that whatever life throws our way, we can overcome.

Model, entrepreneur, and volleyball superstar Gabby Reece shares her thoughts and experiences when it comes to parenting, marriage, and femininity.

Whether writing, producing, or speaking, Sheri Salata inspires us to work towards lifestyles of fulfillment, and take stewardship of our own well-being.   After a twenty-year career working alongside Oprah Winfrey, Sheri has gone on to release her acclaimed memoir The Beautiful No , and continues to inspire others through her new online program, Write Your New Story 2021.