Midlife Mavericks - Living Life Happy, Healthy, Sexy & Strong

If you’re sick to death of 2025, this episode is for you. This year has been filled with chaos, toxicity, and emotional exhaustion and many of us are done just trying to “stay positive.” In this episode, I'm talking about what it means to move out of the darkness and into the light as we look toward 2026. Inspired by the return of longer days and the symbolism of the Year of the Horse, this conver...

In this episode, I share a truth I’ve had to confront myself: most of my stress, frustration, and anger were actually fear in disguise. Fear of things not working out, fear of losing control, fear of not being enough. And the more I tried to control everything, the more fear I created. I talk about how choosing trust—trust in the universe, trust in the process, trust in myself—helped me release th...

In this episode, I’m getting real about what it takes to keep a relationship strong when life throws something at you that you never saw coming. Four weeks after I got remarried, my husband was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. Overnight, I went from being a newlywed to being a caregiver. Fifteen years later, I can honestly say that while love is amazing — it’s not enough to m...

Let’s be honest — you can’t live authentically if you’re still hiding behind excuses, blame, or the stories you tell yourself. In this episode of Midlife Mavericks , I talk with transformative coach and author Martine Cohen about what it really means to take ownership of your life. Martine’s philosophy is simple but powerful: before you can be authentic with others, you have to be authentic with y...

Have you ever said, “I could never handle that” ? I used to say it too—until life handed me situations I never could have imagined. In this episode, I open up about the hardest chapters of my life: losing my first son to SIDS, becoming a caregiver just weeks after getting married, raising a child with intellectual disabilities, and facing bankruptcy after a divorce. These were the moments I once t...

This week on Midlife Mavericks , I sat down with Dr. Angela Zhang, a Missouri-based scientist, entrepreneur, and mother who transformed her passion for holistic wellness into Karviva a company that creates functional juices and smoothies that nourish the body and delight the senses With a PhD in pathology and an MBA, Angela bridges the gap between modern scientific rigor and the ancient healing wi...

Divorce in midlife isn’t just a life event—it’s a full-body, full-soul transformation. In this episode, Alison gets real about the fear of starting over alone and offers a fresh, empowering perspective: what if that fear isn’t a red light, but a green light? Whether you’re knee-deep in paperwork, crying over another pizza and ice cream dinner, or just wondering how to make it through the day, this...

In this episode of Midlife Mavericks , I'm talking with attorney-turned-author Heidi B. Friedman , whose journey through heartbreak and healing led her to write the deeply personal and powerful book, Love Lessons . Heidi opens up about life after divorce, rediscovering her voice, and what it means to truly love yourself first. Through the lens of real experiences, she shares insights on resili...

Learn more about me and my work here. Let’s be real—feeling like a failure sucks. Whether it’s a business that didn’t launch, a relationship that unraveled, or just waking up wondering “What am I even doing with my life?” —we’ve all had those moments where it feels like we’re getting it wrong. But what if those moments aren’t setbacks… but signals? What if feeling like a failure is actually a sign...

In this episode I sit down with 72 year-old Pauline Adeleke , founder of Ageless Fitness Lifestyle , to talk about what it really means to reclaim your health, vitality, and confidence in midlife—and beyond. And let me tell you, this woman is a bad-ass! Pauline shares her journey from burnout to bold reinvention, her passion for empowering women over 50 to build strength (both physically and menta...

Are you constantly replaying the past or worrying about the future? In this episode of Midlife Mavericks , Alison shares how the true power of midlife comes from anchoring yourself in the present moment. You’ll learn: ✨ The three simple questions to ground yourself right now ✨ How letting go of internal blockages unlocks real love, joy, and inspiration ✨ Why mindfulness isn’t about perfection—i...

If you're thinking of getting a divorce, are in the middle of one or just coming out the other side, this episode is for you! I'm sharing everything I wish someone had told me before my divorce! From the painful reality of co-parenting with someone whose values don’t align, to the unexpected shifts in friendships and the quiet empowerment found in doing things solo—this episode is a raw an...

After years of raising kids, managing a household, and putting everyone else first, stepping back into thecorporate world in midlife can feel both exciting and terrifying. If you’ve been out of the workforce for a decade (or more), you might be wondering: 💼 Do my skills still matter? 💼 Will I be able to compete in today’s job market? 💼 How do I even begin to rebrand myself professionally? In th...

Change is scary. And the worst part? It often hits when we least expect it—a sudden breakup, job loss, health diagnosis, or a life shift we never saw coming. In this episode of Midlife Mavericks , we dive into: 🔥 Why resisting change only drains your energy—and what to do instead. 🔥 How to shift from Why me? to What’s next? 🔥 The hidden gifts in unexpected life shake-ups. 🔥 The power of small...

Let’s be real—many of us have spent decades burying parts of ourselves to fit a role, to be the 'good' wife, mom, friend, daughter, or employee. We put our needs last because we were taught that’s what ‘good’ women do. But what’s the cost of that? In this episode I'm diving deep into how to reclaim your energy, your power, your spark. Want some support in achieving your dreams? Let&#39...

In this episode of Midlife Mavericks , I'm sitting down with the incredible Deb Krier, an entrepreneur, cancer advocate, and founder of TryingNotToDie.live . Deb's journey through stage 4 triple-positive breast cancer, thyroid cancer, and her resilience through adversity will leave you in awe. Together, we discuss: The importance of early detection and being proactive about health. How attitude an...

January is the month many people contemplate divorce and one of the reasons I started my coaching practice is I wanted to help women get through it confidently and successfully. Divorce can be overwhelming and, as I say, knowledge is power. So, I wanted to share with you some of the most important things to consider as you move into this next chapter of your life. First - YOU WILL BE OK! Here are...

Whether you want to leave a job, end a relationship, or finally start your own business, fear can sideline you if you don't deal with it. If 2025 is the year you want to make big changes, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you move forward with confidence and clarity. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✨ How to visualize your ideal future and feel it before it happens. ✨ Why fear is a...

From the time we're kids we're taught what to believe. We fall into the habits of our parents. But if you want to break cycles and live fully in midlife we need to unlearn and unbelieve. That's what I talked about with my guest, Anne-Sophie Reinhardt. Anne is a mind-body coach, known for empowering women in midlife to embrace self-worth and positive body image. Some of the things we covered: - How...

As we step into 2025, it’s time to ask yourself three life-changing questions: ✨ Are you Living —fully embracing life and saying YES to adventure? ✨ Are you Loving —building meaningful, authentic relationships with others and yourself? ✨ Do you Matter —making an impact and leaving a legacy that’s uniquely yours? In the latest episode of Midlife Mavericks, we’re diving deep into these three tran...

My guest this week is holistic nutritionist Gaylene Gomez, owner of Compass Rose Nutrition & Wellness. Gaylene shared how our nutrition needs change during menopause and how stress and exercise can impact this as well. Plus I took her quiz LIVE to figure out which of the four pillars of health I needed focus on. Some of the things we discussed: - What are the four pillars of health? - What is...

I think many of us have been feeling despair since last week. Over the years I've experienced the death of my baby to SIDS, the loss of a dear friend, the devastating diagnosis for my husband of Primary Progressive MS and, yes, the election. Many women right now are trying to process their grief and despair and are unsure how. I'm providing a few pieces of advice that have helped me get through al...

As the song says, "Let's Talk About Sex Baby!" Last year, Amy St. Germain left her corporate job of over 25 years to become an entrepreneur with one goal in mind - help women in midlife have better sex. Amy founded Oboo a sexual health company for women in midlife and ladies, I promise you, you don't want to miss this episode. Plus, stick around until the end because Amy has an AMAZING giveaway fo...

Leave it to a woman to see a problem and create a solution! That's what Joy Brown Kirst, Founder of Modern Age Skin did. As a Practical Activist, armed with an entrepreneurial spirit, Joy set out to create Modern Age Skin after she realized there was an untapped market with perimenopausal and menopausal women like herself. She left a successful 25 year-career in the corporate sector to form the co...

It's easy to think that if you were in an abusive relationship you'd just leave, but that's not necessarily the case. And, if you're in that situation, you're not alone. My guest Maureen Scanlon was there and it took her 11 years to finally leave. Today she has rebuilt her life and helps women do the same thing. Maureen is the founder and CEO of Maureen Scanlon Life Coaching. She is an Author, Rel...