The Radically Well Podcast

Welcome to a special bonus episode of Season 2 of The Radically Well Podcast! Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar sit down with New York Times bestselling author Andrea Bartz to explore the creative process behind writing psychological thrillers, building unforgettable characters, and embracing vulnerability as an artist. Andrea discusses her latest novel, The Last Ferry Out , her journey from journalism...

Sometimes being dismissed by the people you trust most is the thing that does the most damage. In this honest, personal episode, Rosie Acosta and co-host Tessa Tovar tackle gaslighting across the three relationships where women experience it most: with their doctors, their partners, and themselves. With real listener questions, personal stories, and practical tools woven throughout, this is a life...

You were never too nice. You were surviving In this conversation, Rosie Acosta sits down with Dr. Ingrid Clayton, clinical psychologist, trauma therapist, and author of Fawning, to name the thing so many of us have carried in silence: the moment people-pleasing stopped being a personality trait and became a trauma response. Dr. Ingrid's story is as layered as the work she does. A former blues sing...

Testosterone is not just a “guy thing;” it’s the most abundant biologically active hormone in a woman’s body, and it powers far more than libido. This conversation gets real about how modern life depletes testosterone and why women are often shut out of treatment options. We unpack what happens when testosterone declines from your 20s through perimenopause and menopause, why it affects motivation,...

Your Brain Controls Your Libido Ever wonder why your sex drive vanishes, your brain turns to mush, or you want to rage-quit your entire life for no reason? Blame your hormones, or, more specifically, how estrogen and progesterone run your brain. In this episode, Schuyler Grant and her expert panel (Dr. Jolene Brighten, Dr. Marisa Snyder, and Rosie Acosta) break down why it can feel like your brain...

Your body isn't betraying you. It's trying to tell you something and most of us were never taught how to listen. For so many women in midlife, the symptoms feel like a kind of unraveling. The brain fog, the heat, the mood swings, the exhaustion. But Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer has spent nearly 50 years proving something that changes everything: the story you tell about what's happening i...

We are so often told to play a specific role, to stay within the lines, and to wait our turn, but what happens when we decide that the "lines" were never meant for us in the first place?  Hilary Shor, a film producer behind iconic films like Children of Men and The Paperboy, joins me to discuss the raw, unfiltered reality of being a woman in power, the grit required to sustain a creative life, and...

We are so often told that exhaustion, brain fog, and weight fluctuations are just the "price of admission" for being a woman in midlife, but what if those weren't inevitable markers of aging, but rather signs that our internal systems are simply asking for a different kind of care? Dr. Marisa Snyder, a renowned functional practitioner and bestselling author specializing in women’s hormonal health,...

Why does everything seem to come back to the gut, especially when our hormones feel completely out of balance? I used to hear people say, “Everything starts in the gut,” and honestly, it felt a little dramatic. But the deeper I’ve gone into my own healing journey, the more I’ve realized how true it actually is. In this episode, Tessa and I sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about the mic...

Why were we taught to distance ourselves from our own minds just when we need our clarity the most? We’re so quick to focus on the external changes of midlife, but what happens when the foggy windows are on the inside, affecting our memory, our confidence, and our ability to show up in our own lives? Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, a world-renowned neurologist and researcher at UCLA, joins me to explore the v...

In this episode of the Radically Well podcast, Rosie Acosta sits down with actress Kate del Castillo for an honest and insightful conversation about the challenges of aging, menopause, and the importance of women’s health advocacy. Kate opens up about the stigma surrounding menopause, the unique health struggles women face, and the urgent need for better representation of Latinas in the entertainm...

I’ve often wondered why we’re taught to distance ourselves from our own bodies just when they need us most. We’re so good at setting ourselves on fire to keep everyone else warm, but what happens when the internal pilot light starts to flicker? Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a world-renowned OBGYN, menopause expert, and my own doctor, joins me to discuss the "humanistic side" of healthcare, why so many wom...

What if every ending in your life was actually an invitation to return to yourself more fully? In this conversation, Rosie Acosta sits down with Krista Williams, writer, mentor, and co-founder of Almost 30, to explore the raw beauty and spiritual depth that can emerge through transition. From divorce to rediscovering identity, from body healing to the courage it takes to step into purpose, Krista...

What if the symptoms you thought were stress, burnout, or “just getting older” were actually something deeper happening inside your body? In this powerful episode of The Radically Well Podcast, Tessa Tovar sits down with Siddhali Shree and Anubhuti, Jain monks, spiritual teachers, and filmmakers behind the groundbreaking new docuseries Balance. Together, they explore the emotional, physical, and s...

Have you ever wondered why you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected in a world that keeps asking you to hold more? This conversation will meet you gently and honestly. In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, Rosie Acosta sits down with Mayim Bialik, PhD, actress, neuroscientist, writer, and mental health advocate. Together they explore the inner landscape of women’s wellbeing through...

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt confused, tender, or unsure about the changes happening in your body, you are not alone. In this second season’s first episode of The Radically Well Podcast, Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar open an honest and deeply compassionate conversation about midlife, hormones, and the emotional terrain of body image. Together, they explore why these changes can feel...

In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, hosts Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar get real about the emotional rollercoaster of dating during menopause. They share the powerful stories of two listeners, Crystal and Raquel, who open up about love, heartbreak, and self-discovery in midlife. 🎙️ Topics We Cover: • The impact of perimenopause and menopause on dating & intimacy • Why self-awareness...

In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, hosts Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar dive deep into the emotional, physical, and spiritual complexities of women's health during perimenopause and menopause. They explore the importance of community support, open conversations about hormonal changes, and the validation of women’s lived experiences. Rosie and Tessa share personal stories of trauma, resil...

Are you one of the 56% of perimenopausal women sleeping less than seven hours a night? You're not alone! In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, we dive deep into the science of sleep during perimenopause and menopause, because getting quality rest is essential for your health, mood, and overall well-being.   🔹 The truth about wearable sleep trackers (and their limitations)   🔹 Why alcoho...

In this episode of the Radically Well podcast, Rosie Acosta sits down with actress Kate del Castillo for an honest and insightful conversation about the challenges of aging, menopause, and the importance of women’s health advocacy. Kate opens up about the stigma surrounding menopause, the unique health struggles women face, and the urgent need for better representation of Latinas in the entertainm...

In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar dive into confidence, body image, and the societal perceptions of aging. They unpack how cultural biases shape self-worth, attractiveness, and wellness, especially for women navigating midlife. From beauty standards to self-acceptance, masculinity, and mindful transformations, this conversation explores what it means to em...

Welcome to Season 2 of the Radically Well Podcast - a space created for women entering perimenopause, navigating menopause, and stepping into the most powerful chapter of their lives. This season is about rewriting the narrative. Because when perimenopause begins, old stories, fears, and internal barriers resurface, and yet, this is also the moment when new possibilities open. From hormone therapy...

Midlife isn’t a crisis, it’s a powerful reset. In this episode, we dive into finding purpose, embracing change, and redefining what it means to thrive. From navigating transitions and taking risks to the power of community and emotional resilience, we explore how to turn this phase into a time of growth, passion, and reinvention.  If you're ready to step into your next chapter with confidence, thi...

🎧 Tune in now to strengthen your relationship and navigate menopause with understanding!   In this episode of The Radically Well Podcast, hosts Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar dive into relationships, vulnerability, and the journey of wellness. They explore the importance of authenticity in personal growth and content creation, while tackling one of life’s biggest transitions: menopause. Special gue...

In this episode of the Radically Well podcast, hosts Rosie Acosta and Tessa Tovar delve into the complexities of navigating perimenopause and menopause, particularly focusing on the impact these hormonal changes have on relationships. They discuss the importance of open communication, the challenges of emotional reactions, and the need for understanding and support from partners during this transi...