Fifty 4Wards Podcast

Welcome to episode 7 of the Fifty 4Wards podcast. We are thrilled to welcome our very first guest, Kathie Cooke, a menopause specialist with years of expertise in supporting women through this transformative stage of life. Join us as we dive deep into the realities of menopause and perimenopause, exploring the wide range of symptoms women experience—from fatigue and brain fog to emotional changes...

Dive deep into the powerful world of adoption with Diane and Bev as they welcome Bev, who courageously shares her personal adoption story. In this emotional episode, Bev opens up about being adopted at just 7 weeks old in Australia, the heartbreak of losing her adoptive mother, and the trauma she faced in foster care after her adoptive father returned to the UK. Hear firsthand insights into the ch...

Welcome to another episode of the Fifty Forwards Podcast! Join Bev and Diane as they dive into the sometimes bewildering—world of aging. Are you flaunting those laugh lines with pride, or are you more inclined to give your youthful glow a little surgical nudge? Well, you're not alone! With 45% of cosmetic procedures happening in the 40-54 age bracket, you might just be in good company. But aging i...

Ever felt unheard while battling chronic back pain? In this eye-opening episode, Bev and Diane explores the hidden aftermath of epidurals during childbirth and how dismissive healthcare experiences leave countless women struggling. From hydrotherapy and acupuncture to paying privately for an overdue MRI, they uncover the emotional and physical toll of seeking relief. Whether it's collapsing in the...

In this episode of the Fifty Forwards Podcast, we delve into the fascinating dynamics of friendships. How do friendships evolve over time, with some bonds strengthening and others fading away? Are male friendships inherently different due to societal pressures to maintain a "macho" facade, while women tend to share and invest deeply in their connections? Diane and Bev also examine the societal per...

Welcome to episode 2 of the Fifty 4Wards podcast, where our fabulous hosts dive headfirst into the whirlwind world of menopause! This week, it's all about juggling hot flashes, teenage angst, and the chaos of caring for unwell parents—because who doesn’t love a good challenge? Listen in as Diane & Bev explore the rollercoaster ride of emotions: laughing one minute, crying the next, and occasio...

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Fifty 4Wards Podcast! Join Bev and Diane in the studio on International Women's Day as they embark on their exciting new journey. In this inaugural episode, they discuss the joys and challenges of being mothers and the heartbreak of empty nest syndrome. Bev and Diane share personal stories on how life transforms from having young children who rely on you for everything...

Hi everyone, welcome to our new podcast Fifty 4Wards ! We're Diane and Bev, two Liverpool 50 somethings who have decided to create a podcast sharing our stories that will either leave you laughing or crying ! We're 2 best friends who support each other through thick and thin and hope to help others through our shared experiences. Every other week we will be publishing a brand new episode, so don't...