The Jen Marples Show for Midlife Women

Hello Gorgeous Listeners! In this episode, we dive into an incredible story of strength, resilience, and the power of women coming together to create real change. In December 2012, our nation was rocked by the devastating events at Sandy Hook. As moms across the country watched in disbelief, a collective rage and sadness swept through us all. Our guest this week, the incomparable and indefatigable...

This week, we're joined by Shira Gill, home organizer extraordinaire and best-selling author, to delve into the profound benefits of cultivating a clutter-free life and environment. We'll also explore the exciting concept that by embracing minimalism and living with less, we open ourselves up to the potential for more!   Shira says that clutter inundates our minds with excessive stimuli....

Now more than ever, we need support from the women around us. This week, I’m joined by my dear friend, Lizzie Bermudez, for another episode of The Midlife Conversation. We’re talking about the duality we’ve seen in midlife and that two things (and feelings) can be true simultaneously.  For example, Lizzie just dropped off her oldest child at college. While she’s excited about this new journey for...

My guest today, Bonnie Wan, partner and head of brand strategy at Goodby Silverstein & Partners, is so brilliant and possibly one of the most lovely, empathetic, and big-hearted women I've ever had the honor to meet. She's so creative and has many awards and accolades, yet she’s so down to earth and approachable.  She just wrote The Life Brief, A Playbook for No Regrets Living . It&a...

Let’s face it: once we hit midlife, many of us have a book inside us that’s dying to get out! But how do you know if your book idea is good? And what must you do to get your book in front of an agent or publisher? Should you self-publish? How do you get started? Luckily, this week’s guest, literary agent Jackie Ashton, will answer those questions and more! So much goes into the beginning phase of...

Today, we’re breaking down pregnancy, parenting, orgasms, menopause, and more with Deena Emera, PhD, evolutionary geneticist and author of A Brief History of the Female Body. Deena has spent much of her career studying the evolution of female reproduction. Her book draws on her vast expertise as a biologist, her experience as a mother of four children, and her love of teaching to look far into our...

There’s been a lot of buzz about ageism and midlife women in pop culture recently. This week, I’m joined by my friend and fellow midlife warrior, Lizzie Bermudez, to chat about what we’re seeing and how it made us feel. You might recall that Lizzie was The Jen Marples Show podcast guest #1! Lizzie is a digital lifestyle host and social influencer, tapping into the mindset of smart and stylish wome...

If you’re thinking about starting your own business, pivoting, exploring a side hustle, or wondering what it’s like being an entrepreneur and need some advice, you’re in the right place! Today, I’m sharing my Top Ten tips to pivot into midlife entrepreneurship. The top 10 tips I include in this episode are: Evaluate your situation and determine the path that is right for you. Take small actions no...

If we don't understand that we are solely responsible for changing our lives, we will waste a lot of time looking for external factors and blaming people and the world for our problems. How do I know this? Because I've been there! In midlife, NOW is the time to finally take ownership of our lives and make the necessary changes to improve any situation we don't like.  It's calle...

The only way we can be intentional, on purpose, go for our dreams, and change our lives is by learning to say no. In this episode, I go deep into the practice of saying no. This is the most essential tool in your toolbox! I share advice on clearing your calendar, learning to say no succinctly, and evaluating requests for your time. If you start saying no to the things that do not serve or excite y...

In today's solo episode, I talk about the importance of making the time to take the time and give you many suggestions on HOW to get that precious time.  Give yourself the gift of the midlife minute! The time to think, plan, listen to your inner knowing, prepare for your business growth, & really think about what makes you happy. We can't do that if we stay on our hamster wheel.  If...

As midlife women, it’s easy for us to go from zero to one hundred when we start our day, as so many things are pulling our attention. Our cortisol levels are very high first thing in the morning, so it’s extra important to start the day calmly and peacefully so you take on the day vs. the day taking you. In this episode, I share a couple of my tried-and-true tips: Spend 10-30 minutes in quiet alon...

The fear of being judged can stop us before we start. It takes a lot of courage to step up and out as a leader and entrepreneur - all eyes are on you. We must consider who we serve vs. WHO we think might judge us. That’s how I show up every day. Who can I help? Who can I serve? If I thought about what the peanut gallery was saying, I wouldn’t get out of bed in the morning. In this episode, I discu...

Although it is easier said than done, the minute you release your expectations of others, you no longer allow yourself to be disappointed by their actions or inactions.  We expect so much of people – our spouses, kids, family, friends, colleagues, and strangers. In this short and sweet episode, I share the importance of releasing your expectations of others to open yourself up to new people coming...

You hold the power to change your life, and the good news is you can start today! This podcast episode is brought to you by tough love as sometimes we just need a little shaking up to get going.  You’ve heard this before: If nothing changes, nothing changes. What you aren’t changing, you are choosing. In this episode, I’m giving you a permission slip to get started and take that next step towards...

Midlife and menopause is such a transformative time for women. While it is so beautiful and opens the door to new possibilities, it can also be extremely difficult and come with endless challenges. Today’s guest, Sally Mueller knows the importance of investing in self-care and prioritizing our well-being. As we get older it is far too common to put everyone’s needs in front of our own at a time wh...

My guest today, Cherie Healey, is a gift to this world. Her sole purpose is to help leaders find their Siren Call, also known as our purpose. Deep down, we all have a calling. It can be scary to take a step back to truly listen to our inner calling, honor it, and go for it. That’s why my conversation with Cherie is the one we all need to hear as she reminds us we’ve got all that we need already in...

We are going to talk about relationships today! I’m celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary next week (27 years together with my husband) and know that long-term relationships are a lot of work. I’ve told my husband that we’ve been really good (on average as there have been super highs and super lows) the past 25 and I want to move us to really great, especially as we look to our kids leaving the...

Don’t Wait to be Chosen; Choose Yourself!  Make this summer the summer of YOU. Don’t wait. Don’t put your hopes and dreams on hold. Remember, in midlife, we are being called into passion and purpose and are being called into MORE. Don’t let that scare you; let it energize you!  In episode 115, I give you all a midlife pep talk. Real talk with tips and tools so you can get into the mindset of putti...

To close out mental health awareness month, I’m focusing today’s show on our midlife mental health, and it’s a must-listen! There is no shame in the getting help game and the most radical act we can do as women is heal ourselves and get the support we need. Episode 114 of The Jen Marples Show features Dr. Leslie Carr, a clinical psychologist, and we discuss Navigating Mental Health in Midlife. Dr....

This week, episode 113 of The Jen Marples Show is about Entrepreneurship & Superfoods with Lisa Odenweller, CEO and Founder of Kroma Wellness. Join me and my fantastic guest this week, Lisa Odenweller, CEO and founder of Kroma Wellness, for a robust discussion about entrepreneurship, pursuing your dreams, running a startup, and getting funded. We also dive into healthy eating in midlife and un...

As much as we have regular conversations about perimenopause and menopause, I know you still have questions! So I’m bringing on a renowned OB-GYN to break menopause down for us and help us/educate us on how to find the best care no matter where you are in the country. This week, episode 112 of The Jen Marples Show a Menopause Bootcamp Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz!  A Diplomat of the American College o...

A new world is opening up for women who are in midlife. Just a few years ago, there weren't many communities for midlife women or conversations about peri-menopause and menopause. There certainly were few products to support us! Today, so many midlife women are creating products and solutions for women, just like them, experiencing menopause and peri-menopause. This week, episode 111 of The J...

The time is now to go for the thing you want to do. We can’t keep letting our fear hold us back. I talk to so many of you, and I know you are ready to step toward your dreams and passions. Maybe you’re waiting for that perfect moment when you have more time and space, but I’m here to tell you that the time to start is now! Book a free 30-minute call to chat with Jen. Here’s some real talk: I start...

Are you a business owner who wants to make a difference in the world, or do you want to start a new business with activism at its core? Then you need to listen to this episode! In it, Jill Osur, President and CEO of Teneral Cellars, explains how she uses her business to create social change. This episode is a must-listen for any midlife woman who wants to impact the world positively! This week, ep...