Happy Healthy Her Podcast

What if living a longer life isn't about finding the next health trend, but about paying attention to the choices we make every day? With so much information about longevity, wellness, and healthy aging, it can be difficult to know what truly matters. In this episode, we cut through the noise and explore the habits, mindsets, and daily practices that have the greatest impact on how well—and how lo...

What if your symptoms aren’t random… and your body is trying to tell you something? In this episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, we explore the powerful mind-body connection with cardiologist Dr. Julius Torelli—and why so many women are left with real symptoms but no clear diagnosis. If you’ve ever been told “your tests are normal,” yet you’re still experiencing fatigue, brain fog, digestive...

Why does everything feel harder in midlife… even when you’re doing “all the right things”? In this honest, hilarious, and deeply insightful episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Tracey Male sits down with metabolic health and midlife wellness educator Lori Eber to unpack what really happens to women’s metabolism after 40. From stubborn weight gain and poor sleep to stress overload, hormone shi...

Have you ever felt like you’ve done all the “right” things… read the books, worked on yourself, tried to stay positive… and yet something still feels stuck? In this powerful episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Cynthia, Tracey, and Lorraine sit down with spiritual coach, healer, and bestselling author Cheryl Stelte to explore the deeper subconscious patterns that quietly shape our emotions, r...

Have you ever had a moment where you knew better… and still reacted in a way you wish you could take back? In this honest and unscripted Happy Healthy Her: Between Us Girls episode, we’re talking about awareness — and why it’s so hard to access in the moment when emotions take over. Just days after having a beautiful conversation about “The Pause” — taking a breath, stepping back, and choosing a t...

There’s something powerful about walking into a place and feeling like you belong… and when it’s created with intention, you can feel the difference. In this episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Ramaglia, a woman who stepped from waitressing into business ownership and created something far more than a place to go—it became a community. What started as an opportunity...

We grow up believing that when we find the right person, relationships should feel natural, easy, and effortless. But in reality, even healthy relationships come with conflict, frustration, and moments of disconnection. In this episode of Happy Healthy Her Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Bruce Chalmer—this time joined by his wife, Judy Alexander—for a real and honest conversation about why relationsh...

You think you’re being practical… But what if it’s actually fear making your decisions? 🎧 Episode Summary In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Tracey is joined by co-hosts Cynthia and Lorraine, along with special guest Cheryl Fisher—certified life and mindset coach and host of the Mind Your Midlife podcast. Together, they unpack how fear quietly shows up in midlife… often disguised as b...

There’s a moment in midlife that doesn’t always arrive all at once. Sometimes it’s subtle… quiet… almost unnoticeable at first. The kids don’t need you the same way they used to. Your routines begin to shift. Even your conversations start to feel different. And then one day, you look around your life and think… “How did I get here?” …and maybe even more importantly, “What now?” In this Between Us...

Last week I said something out loud that felt completely true. “I don’t think I could live without my morning beach walks.” They regulate me. Clear my mind. Ground my body. Anchor my day. And then this week? A severe ingrown toenail. Minor surgery. No barefoot walks. No beach. No routine. Just… stillness. In this Between Us Girls episode of Happy Healthy Her, we’re having an honest, unscripted con...

Why do so many couples believe their biggest relationship problem is communication? According to psychologist Bruce Chalmers, who has spent more than three decades working with couples, communication may not actually be the real issue at all. In this episode, we explore the deeper dynamic that often drives relationship conflict — what Bruce calls the “Passion Paradox.” It’s the tension between two...

What happens when love slowly erodes your sense of self? In this deeply honest conversation, we sit down with author Nikki Allen to explore the kind of heartbreak that doesn’t leave visible bruises — just silence, self-doubt, and the unsettling realization that somewhere along the way… you disappeared. Her novel Loved You, Hated You may be fiction, but the emotions behind it are very real. Togethe...

Have you ever jolted awake at 2 or 3 a.m., heart racing, mind buzzing, and absolutely no reason to be wide awake? Welcome to the club. In this very first Happy Healthy Her: Between Us Girls Series episode, we’re trying something new. No guest. No formal script. Just three women sitting down for real, honest conversation about what midlife is actually like. Today we’re talking about sleep sabotage...

We often focus on what we put into our bodies… But how often do we think about what touches our bodies every single day? In this episode, we’re having an open and honest conversation about comfort, body awareness, and the many ways women support their bodies through different stages of life. Joined by Arielle Loupos, founder of Flower Girl, we explore how something as simple as what we wear closes...

What if there’s actually nothing wrong with you? In this thought-provoking episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Cynthia and co-hosts Tracey and Lorraine sit down with Dr. Fred Moss, psychiatrist of over 45 years and founder of Welcome to Humanity, to challenge the way we think about mental health, diagnosis, and medication. Known as “The Undoctor,” Dr. Fred shares why he believes many mental...

Burnout isn’t a lack of passion — it’s often a lack of support. In this episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Tracey Male sits down with Cathy Perez, wellness coach, certified yoga instructor, and mental fitness practitioner, to explore a powerful reframe most women have never considered: 👉 Organization as a form of self-care. Cathy works with female social justice activists and mission-drive...

What if your struggles with food were never really about willpower, discipline, or “doing better”? In this episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Cynthia, Tracey, and Lorraine sit down with registered dietitian Jessica Setnick for a deeply compassionate conversation about the unseen forces shaping our relationship with food. Jessica shares how her work with children facing eating disorders reve...

What do you do when life keeps asking more of you… and you’re already tired? In this powerful and grounding episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Tracey Male is joined by licensed social worker, author, and healing-centered leadership strategist Tashia Martin for a deeply human conversation about navigating grief, stress, burnout, and major life transitions—without losing yourself in the proce...

Feeling exhausted, foggy, puffy, and still being told “your labs are normal”? This episode shines a light on what your thyroid and immune system may be trying to tell you. ER-nurse-turned-holistic-autoimmune expert Esther Yunkin, RN joins us to break down what Hashimoto’s really is, the most common triggers, why you can feel awful with “normal” labs, and the practical first steps to take if you su...

If you can’t function without coffee — but still feel tired, anxious, wired, or burnt out — this episode is for you. In this eye-opening conversation, Cynthia, Tracey, and Lorraine sits down with Steve Frazier, founder of Release the Coffee Cuffs and author of Release the Coffee Cuffs: Winning the Battle with Caffeine, to unpack the uncomfortable truth about caffeine and modern energy culture. Aft...

Feeling tired, disconnected, or like you’ve lost your spark? Today’s episode dives into the real reason so many women over 40 feel “off”…and how Chi (your body’s energy flow) may be the missing link. In this empowering conversation, we sit down with Banya Lim, a Spiritual Acupuncturist, Energy Coach, and creator of the Chi Mastery System. After healing herself from major health and life challenges...

Procrastination isn’t about laziness, lack of willpower, or poor time management. It’s emotional. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrea Spyros and Nancy DeFina of BD3 Solutions, behavior design experts trained under Stanford’s Dr. BJ Fogg, to explore how procrastination forms and how we can release the emotional roadblocks that keep us stuck. Instead of forcing productivity or pushing through re...

Feeling confused about which doctor to see for your menopause symptoms, hormone issues, or midlife health concerns? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to clear the fog. We’re breaking down the most common types of healthcare providers women encounter in midlife, from medical doctors to naturopaths, holistic practitioners, functional medicine experts, and more. You’ll learn: ✔️ The differenc...

What if shame isn’t your teacher — but your jailer? In this bold and eye-opening episode of The Happy Healthy Her Podcast, host Lorraine Kihm sits down with Emma Lyons, a transformational healer and subconscious reprogramming guide, to expose shame for what it really is — a learned tool of control that keeps women small, silent, and disconnected from their true power. Emma explains why shame is no...

In this eye-opening episode of the Happy Healthy Her Podcast, Cynthia Penner, Tracey Male, and Lorraine Kihm sit down with educator and researcher Russell Van Brocklen, creator of The Writing Method, to explore how dyslexia can be transformed from a challenge into a remarkable strength. With over a decade of experience helping students with dyslexia, Russell shares how combining neuroscience with...