HOT FLASHES & COOL TOPICS

There is so much more to the pelvic floor than most women realize. This week we invited Dr. Sara Reardon to explain the anatomy of the pelvic floor and the problems many women may silently struggle with in that area.  From menstruation to menopause, Dr. Reardon has created a comprehensive book entitled FLOORED: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage. Whether you are struggli...

We are talking decluttering your home on this last July replay episode. We are joined by former guest Dana K. White.  Dana is an author and podcaster as well as creator of the No Mess Decluttering process.  She shares with us the importance of a good black trash bag and the 4 simple things we should do everyday to keep our house clean. We talk about two valuable questions you should ask when start...

We are excited to revisit our conversation with the joyful actress Kate Flannery. Many will remember Kate as Drunk Meredith Palmer on The Office.  That role resulted in her winning 2 Screen Actors Guild Award. She has continued to build her career in television, independent films and the comedy circuit. She shares funny stories from The Office, the joys of embracing this career success post 40 and...

Talking about women's sexual health always deserves a replay. This week, we are replaying our conversation with Dr Kelly Casperson.  Dr. Casperson is a Board Certified Urologist, international educator on women's sexual health, podcaster and author.  We talk low libido, the use and misuse of testosterone, menopause symptoms, and how to have great sex in midlife and beyond. You deserve it! Show Not...

For the month of July, we are replaying some of our listener's favorite episodes. The first is with organizer Marni Jameson. There are many transitions in midlife.  Organizing your home is a big one. Do you keep a larger home as an empty nester? Do you downsize?  Are you overwhelmed with memories and things and you can't decide what to do with them?  Do you have a parent moving in or do you have t...

It's time to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Marriage Equality Act! We invited back Tammy and Kim Franklin, two of original plaintiffs in the Obergefell vs. Hodges to talk about their experiences and how their lives have changed.  The Franklins were one of six couples that brought this case to the Supreme Court in 2015. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of same sex marriages and that same sex...

What do you think of the term "midlife crisis'?  Is it a burden or a reboot? Our guest this week is author and documentary filmmaker, Kate Muir.  Kate believes that: "‘A midlife crisis is a magnificent moment, and nobody should miss out on it. We need to reframe this time of questioning for a new generation of women who want to revive and thrive for longer. We must reclaim the midlife crisis from...

Join us for an other incredible conversation with actress and vibrant women over 50, Annette O'Toole. At a very young age, she started her career as a dancer, then theatre actress and has now appeared in over 40 series.  Her most recent role is Mayor Hope McCrea on Nextflix's longest running drama Virgin River.  We also talk about her personal life including her wonderful marriage to actor and mus...

"It's Not Your Job to Like Me, It's Mine." Byron Katie The need to people please is our discussion for this week's Cool Topics Series. Are you a people pleaser? Most of us will answer yes. We say yes before thinking about our own needs.  We put everyone else above us on our list of priorities.  We often seek acceptance in people we shouldn't and we worry about hurting the feeling of others who do...

Are you familiar with the term Hormesis? Simply put, Hormesis is a when you body responds in a positive way to low and quick bursts of stress. This week, we are speaking with Harvard Trained Internal Medicine Physician and Researcher, Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist. In her new book, THE STRESS PARADOX: Why You Need Stress to Live Longer, Healthier and Happier, Dr. Horesh reveals how to optimize five...

"Creativity is our birthright." Author/Poet Maggie Smith Do you notice in midlife that you have stories and wisdom to share but maybe you don't know how to express them on paper?   Our guest this week is NYT Best Selling Author and Poet, Maggie Smith.  Maggie's new book, DEAR WRITER: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life, explains how to do it.  We discuss important ways to foster...

We continue our conversation with the amazing actress Elizabeth Perkins. From her start in theater to her iconic roles in Big, Miracle on 34th Street and Weeds, she shares how these characters changed the trajectory of her career.  She also talks who was the original lead in Big, and it wasn't Tom Hanks. Elizabeth has no intent on slowing down her career (even with her adult onset Type 1 Diabetes)...

Elizabeth Perkins is an iconic actress and producer that we are thrilled to have join us this week for a two part episode. (Wednesday and Friday). Elizabeth Perkins has entertained the world through her roles in movies, tv and stage.  From Big to Weeds, her talent is boundless.  At this stage of life, she is now calling the shots to make herself a priority. That decision has resulted in some big c...

Last week's episode shared how to break up with friends.  This week, we are talking about making new ones.  Our guest this week is AARP's Executive Editor of The Girlfriend and The Ethel, Shelley Emling.  The Ethel's new Gathering Groups are a modern and easy way for women 55+ to make new female friends and build a supportive community. The Girlfriend's platform offers the same for the 40+ group....

Breaking Up is hard to do, especially when it is with a friend. On this Cool Topics YouTube Episode, we discuss the best ways to break up with a friends that honor the friendship you had while standing firm in the boundaries you need.  People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime.  It is ok to say that this friendship is no longer healthy for me and we explain the best ways to d...

We can easily get overwhelmed with the conversations around toxins in the environment, our food, and skincare. What to avoid?  What is safe? This week, we invited Dr. Aly Cohen to explain what is happening when we re exposed to these chemicals. In her new book, DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them, she explains what chemicals may be hiding in our...

We all remember Alison Arngrim as the mean bully Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie.  However, we didn't know the rest of her story. Join us this week as we have a light hearted conversation with Alison Arngrim.  From stories of her Hollywood family upbringing, her time on Little House, her book and her successful One-Women Comedy Show, she showcases how she is so much more than the mean...

Are you afraid of your finances? Does the thought of looking at bank or credit card statements immediately increase your blood pressure?  This week we talking with financial expert Debra Morrison about how to overcome this very real fear of finances.  Debra has over 40 years of financial planning and asset management experience, she is an author and the creator of We Can Do It Women. Debra offers...

Get ready for something new this week! We are adding a monthly "chat" on a topic that women 50+ can relate to and of course, we will share our opinions.   We would love to know what topics you want to hear. Our first topic: If something happens to you, would you want your partner in another serious relationship?  We are honest and say NO. Remember, these are just our opinions and you may want to s...

Our guest this week is a ghost.  Well, she plays one on the popular CBS comedy series "Ghosts". Rebecca Wisocky joins us to share some juicy secrets from this season of Ghosts.  From what is happening with Hetty Woodstone to her upcoming roles in Sex Lives of College Girls and the Amanda Knox story, we talk about how busy this time of life has been for the actress.  We also talk her career beginni...

GLP-1s like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are seen all over social media promising incredible weight loss results.  But, do we know what GLP-1s actually are and what they do? On this week's episode, we talk with obesity expert Dr. Alexandra Sowa who recently published: THE OZEMPIC REVOLUTION: A Doctor's Proven Plan for Success to Help Reverse Obesity, End Yo-Yo Dieting and Protect Yourself from Dis...

When it comes to the topic of menopause, we have had physicians and experts share invaluable information, expertise and research with our listeners.  This week we are sharing a more personal experience.  Emmy award winning journalist Tamsen Fadal started her menopause journey with a hot flash while anchoring a live newscast.  Fast forward several years later, Tamsen is no longer a news anchor but...

Every GenXer remembers this scene: John Cusack holding over his head the huge boombox playing In Your Eyes while Ione Skye is on her bed listening through the window.  It is an iconic moment in time.   This week we are joined by Ione Skye who shares stories from her new memoir, SAY EVERYTHING. The memoir blends confessions from her personal and professional life, her desires and her introspection....

Anxiety, depression and trauma can often cause physical responses in our body. Our guest this week is Jessica Macguire, author of The Nervous System Reset: Heal Trauma, Resolve Chronic Pain, and Regulate Your Emotions with the Power of the Vagus Nerve. Jessica shares how to unlock the power to regulate your nervous system through the vagus nerve. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com The...

We love Gloria Reuben! She is an incredible actress, author and singer and now she is joining forces with Astellas to share how Veozah has improved her health. Many will remember Gloria Reuben for her iconic portrayal of Jeanie Boolet on ER.  In the 1990's, she was one of the first actors on a top rated show to portray someone living with HIV.  She has continued to portray characters of with stron...