Second Act with Ateh Jewel

Content warning: This episode contains themes that some listeners may find upsetting, including references to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Olympic double-gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes MBE joins Ateh on the podcast this week to talk about her athletic career and journey to find happiness in her 50s. Kelly shares what held her back from coming out as a lesbian woman until her 50s, how she ove...

In this week’s episode of HELLO!’s Second Act podcast, Sister Sledge frontwoman Kathy Sledge opens up about the hit that almost broke up her family, secrets to keeping her 45 year marriage alive and why you should never be a ‘lamp’ in a relationship. As a teenager in the 70s, Kathy Sledge had global success singing iconic hits such as We Are Family with her band of sisters, and touring with the Ja...

Bestselling author and former TV producer Jane Fallon opens up about quitting her successful career to follow her dream job in midlife, why she decided not to have children with her partner of almost 40 years Ricky Gervais, her views on aging and how insomnia inspired her bravest move. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, m...

Comedian and actress Ellie Taylor opens up about her son’s traumatic birth, how she manages a marriage role reversal, how she ditched self-sabotage in her Second Act and her most vulnerable TV moment. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own second act by spe...

Model Mia Maugé joins Ateh Jewel on the podcast this week to chat about becoming a model at 54, embracing her grey hairs and how having her own space in midlife has been a game-changer. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own second act by speaking to celebr...

Intuit, author and teacher Laura Day joins Ateh Jewel for the first episode of the New Year, for an episode jam-packed with the best midlife wisdom. Laura shares the best ways to flourish in 2026, how rituals can become the key to midlife success, and the best tips to find love at 40 plus. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join hos...

Join us for this special festive episode, where we celebrate the holidays by asking our celebrity guests what Christmas means to them. Discover how Dame Denise Lewis, Bobbi Brown and more are spending their Second Act Christmas. Thank you for listening to Second Act, and we'll see you next year. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Jo...

Olympian Denise Lewis joins Ateh on the podcast this week to share how she's prioritising health in midlife, her health scare at 50 and what it was like to become a mother for the third time at 46, as well as her best tips for staying sexy and how to make a relationship work. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, m...

Fashion designer Amanda Wakeley joins Ateh to talk about her days dressing celebrities and royals including Princess Diana, how to deal with grief and the best style advice for women in midlife. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own second act by speaking...

70s Vogue model and fashion icon Marie Helvin opens up about falling in love with her body again after breast cancer, her time as a Vogue model, marriage to photographer David Bailey and her one big regret about her time in the industry. This episode is sponsored by Gold Collagen. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlif...

This week, author and feminist Kathy Lette opens up about dating a younger man, her ‘devastating’ divorce, supporting her autistic son and the joys of being in her 60s. This episode is sponsored by Gold Collagen. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel as she navigates her own secon...

Successful entrepreneur, founder of Holly & Co and Not On The High Street Holly Tucker opens up about her empty nest, business advice, how the menopause affected her business brain and the key to happiness over 40. This episode is sponsored by Gold Collagen. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divo...

Model and the brains behind Mama Still Got It, Louise Boyce opens up about how her time as a teen model left her with an eating disorder, how she regained confidence after becoming a mum-of-three as a plus sized model and how she is thriving in peri-menopause. This episode is sponsored by Gold Collagen. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the backgr...

In this week’s episode, celebrity make-up artist turned beauty mogul Bobbi Brown opens up about her make-up secrets to look good at 68, the ups and downs of creating not one but two beauty empires, outrageous party plans for turning 70 – and the British workout that she swears by to keep fit. Opening up about her early years, Bobbi says she didn’t feel ‘smart’ growing up as she struggled at school...

Actress, writer and director Sherise Blackman opens up about how she transformed her life from being homeless as a teenager to starring in Bridgerton, Line of Duty and EastEnders, her secret to a 27-year marriage and lessons she teaches her three children. Sherise, whose Audible play Do Not Disturb is out now, reveals how it was only in her Second Act that she overcame the trauma of school bullies...

For the first time in 20 years, the S Club 7 star Rachel Stevens is single and embracing a fresh start. When the singer ended a three-year relationship in the summer, it stirred up emotions that she had been bottling up for decades – from suffering panic attacks as a teenager in S Club 7 to the divorce of her parents and the end of her own marriage to Alex Bourne. Rachel opens up about heartbreak...

To mark World Menopause Awareness Day 2025, we're releasing this special compilation episode with all the best wisdom from our guests so far on their experience with the menopause. Hear from author Esther Freud, model Penny Lancaster, Olympian Michelle Griffith-Robinson and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup as they share their menopause experience and best advice. Second Act is the podcast and communi...

This week, comedian and impressionist Ronni Ancona joins Ateh on the podcast to talk about her experience getting diagnosed with ADHD in midlife, her experience as a woman in comedy and, of course, her best impressions – see if you can identify them! Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ate...

Glow Up star, make up artist extraordinaire and creator of the 'Ding Dong', Val Garland joins Ateh for this special bonus episode. She opens up about her early career in Australia, life post-divorce and the highs and lows of life in showbiz. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join host, midlifer, mum-of-two and divorcee Ateh Jewel a...

Novelist Esther Freud joins Ateh on the podcast this week for a touching episode about her divorce, finding love again. Esther shares her best wellness tips, including her love of cold water swimming, and how her sister Bella pushed her to seek help after she experienced terrible menopause symptoms. Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background...

Welcoming Nadia Alibhai, an osteopath with over two decades of experience transforming the lives of thousands of people who have been gripped by physical pain, illness or lifestyle challenges that have prevented good rest and relaxation. The Night Shift is powered by Estée Lauder. Wind down with a free Beauty Sleep Glow Facial at your nearest Estée Lauder counter. Book in-store or online https://w...

Content warning: This episode contains some themes that listeners may find distressing, including sexual assault of a minor. This week, model, police officer and author Penny Lancaster opens up about life with husband Rod Stewart and their extended blended family, how she dealt with traumatising sexual harassment and how she ‘crashed and burned’ during the menopause. Penny opens up to Ateh about t...

Charlotte Faure Green is a BANT Registered Nutritionist, speaker, writer, and brand nutritional advisor. She specialises in helping people manage stress, anxiety, sleep issues, and burnout through sustainable lifestyle changes and science-backed nutrition advice. The Night Shift is powered by Estée Lauder. Wind down with a free Beauty Sleep Glow Facial at your nearest Estée Lauder counter. Book in...

This week, star of The Guest, The Crow Girl and Coldwater Eve Myles joins host Ateh Jewel on Second Act. In this emotional episode, Eve opens up about the experience of losing both parents within a short period of time - then discovering that she was pregnant with her third child. Eve also shares the secret to a happy 31-year marriage and her secret to ageing well. This episode is sponsored by Est...

We’re delighted to speak to Kathryn Pinkham, an insomnia expert and founder of the Insomnia Clinic, who specialises in sharing the benefits of good sleep and the methods to achieve better rest and relaxation. The Night Shift is powered by Estée Lauder.  Wind down with a free Beauty Sleep Glow Facial at your nearest Estée Lauder counter. Book in-store or online https://www.esteelauder.co.uk/book-ap...