Penny van der Sluys

TURNED ON: Wild, free & sexy in your midlife

Are you ready to turn on the light switch of your soul and live an authentic, radiant, unapologetically pleasure-filled life? I’m Penny van der Sluys, I empower women in their midlife who are struggling to love their body and prioritise pleasure, play and passion, and help them discover their powerful, untapped sensual, sexual and feminine energy so they can feel wild, free, sexy in their body and life. Journey with me as we explore the aspects of our lives that are taboo and surrounded in shame, and reveal the keys to access to pleasure and joy in your midlife and beyond!

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Penny van der Sluys

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pennyvandersluys.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

91 | The Magic of Surrender with Kute Blackson, Inspirational speaker, Transformational teacher & Bestselling Author 14.04.2025

What if surrender wasn’t weakness, but your gateway to more freedom, more power, and more magic? In this episode, I speak with transformational teacher and bestselling author Kute Blackson - my very first male guest -about a topic that’s at the heart of midlife transformation: surrender. And not the kind that asks you to give up, but the kind that cracks you open and calls you home to your wild, f...

90 | Finding Daily Zen with Susanne McAllister, Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Author, Speaker & Anxiety Specialist 31.03.2025

Have you ever struggled with anxiety, or know someone who does? What would it mean to be able to learn how to work with it, rather than against it? In this episode, my guest, Susanne McAllister, a highly experienced therapist, who has just written a book called the Anxiety Detox, helps us to explore the power of anxiety—and how it can actually be a tool for personal growth and healing. We delve in...

89 | Getting to the Heart of our Youth with Marilou Coombe, Coach/mentor, Author, Kids’ Yoga Teacher, & Youth Worker 17.03.2025

How do you empower young people while staying true to yourself? In what ways does your own self-love shape how you guide and support the next generation? How have your own life experiences influenced the way you show up as a parent, mentor, or leader? Join me for this episode as I explore 'Getting to the Heart of our Youth' with my guest, Marilou Coombe, an experienced coach, youth worker,...

88 | Embracing the menopause dip, how it can be a portal, not a pause with Marlo Reyneke, Interior Designer, Menopause advocate & Cold water dipper 03.03.2025

I’m so tired of the narrative that midlife and menopause is the beginning of the end, a downhill slide to a dismal end.  It’s such bullsh*t!  In fact, it’s the opposite. It’s a powerful portal and an incredible opportunity. If you’re ready to hear what’s possible, and how midlife transitions can be embraced as opportunities for growth, rejuvenation, and deeper self-connection, this episode is for...

87 | Why Communication is the secret to having more of the sex you want with Laura Lee, Psychologist & Sexologist 17.02.2025

Communication is the secret sauce in your sex life. Your access to sexual experiences you desire and dream about. And yet for many, it's not a skill we're focusing on or developing! This conversation with Psychologist & Sexologist, Laura Lee, will explain why developing and practicing your communication skills will expand your pleasure potential! We discuss the importance of communication in s...

86 | How art can turn us on with Gemma Donnellan, Professional Artist, Curator, Art providore, & Founder of ‘Art for Today’ 03.02.2025

Have you considered that art has the capacity to turn you on? Given most of us have a childhood hangup related to our artistic ability, and have been exposed to stereotypes about the mental health of artists and the sustainability of artistic endeavours, a positive and empowering link between art and turn on appears to be tenuous! But that’s about to change! My guest, Gemma Donnellan, is an entrep...

85 | The Voice, The Vulva & The Vagus Nerve with Debs De Vries, Author & Metaphysical MidLife Mentor for unstoppable women 20.01.2025

Did you know that the way you express yourself and the way that you use your voice has a strong link to your relationship with your vulva?   Did you know that our vulva and our voice box and vocal production system is inextricably linked physiologically?   Did you know that our vagus nerve has a relationship to our feminine empowerment?   If you’re curious and would like to find out more about thi...

84 | Vulva-licious health: Your vulva needs your love & attention with Jane Hancox, Counsellor & Vulva cancer survivor 06.01.2025

Is your vulva on your health radar?  Is it healthy and happy? Do these questions make you cringe and bring up feelings of shame, awkwardness or embarrassment? If they do, you’re not alone.  Because of shame and misinformation, amongst other things, so many women don’t have a positive relationship with this important part of their body. My guest for this episode is here to implore you to give your...

83 | The HERstory of the witch that can flick your switch with Louise Friend, Spiritual Mentor and Somatic Sex Coach Student 23.12.2024

Witches are not just characters in fairytales, or costumes for Halloween dress up, they’re a largely hidden part of our HERstory. They’re a part of our untold story and can give us clues and insights into how we can flick our switch to TURN ON now!  My guest for this episode, Louise Friend, is a spiritual mentor and teacher with an interest in the Story of Witches. Together we explore the storied...

82 | You're just getting started: Sex & dating on the other side of 40 with Nelly Thomas, Comedian, author & co-host of Broad Radio 09.12.2024

Sex and dating is different on the other side of 40, and there’s a lot to unpack and understand to realise our full pleasure potential!  In this episode, Nelly Thomas, an Australian comedian, author, and current co-host of Broad Radio, joins me to discuss the intricacies of midlife sexuality.  We’re here to remind you that you're just getting started, there is so much to look forward to when it co...

81 | Vulnerability as your superpower with Bonnie-Lea Elizabeth, Self Expression & Embodiment Coach 25.11.2024

How do you feel about being vulnerable? Does it feel risky and potentially harmful to share with others what you perceive to be your weaknesses?  What if you were told that your vulnerability is actually a superpower? Bonnie-Lea Elizabeth, a Self expression & embodiment coach, introduces us to this concept and together we explore the profound impact of vulnerability as a superpower. Bonnie-Lea sha...

80 | Your libido as a vitality sign with Dr Jessie Hehmeyer, Physician founder of Well Empowered 12.11.2024

How is your libido? Have you given it much thought recently? If your libido wasn’t just a reflection of your sex life but your health and wellbeing, would you take more interest? In this episode, my guest, Dr Jessie Hehmeyer, a Functional Medicine Doctor, explains how your libido serves as an important sign of overall vitality and health.  We talk about the intersection of physical health and libi...

79 | Ready, set, unleash: Break free of midlife struggles with Lourene Bevaart, Five time karate world champion, winner of ‘Gladiator’, Personal Trainer, & Health & wellness entrepreneur 28.10.2024

Ready, set, go. Or not. Sometimes we get caught up, stuck, and struggle to move forward and feel free. We've never been taught to navigate our midlife, or for that matter, be empowered and in touch with our bodies. In this episode, my guest, Lourene Bevaart, a 5-time karate world champion, TV sports entertainment show star and personal trainer to world renowned actors and sports stars, shares her...

78 | Taking courageous action and showing your brave heart with Ruth Fae, Intuitive Writing Coach, Editor, Publisher & facilitator with Left Write Hook 14.10.2024

Do you feel inspired when women face their fears and bravely share their personal, challenging stories? Are you in awe of women who courageously share their personal stories on public platforms? Do you feel like it's time to be taking courageous action and be brave and you've been wondering what it is that's been stopping you? In this episode, my guest is Ruth Fae, Intuitive Writing Coach, Editor,...

77 | Talking about mental health in midlife with Genevieve Hawkins, Author, Conversationalist, & Conflict Coach 02.10.2024

We know our mental health is important, but we don’t necessarily know how to talk about it. Or what to say and share with those in our lives. We don’t have a simple and easy to understand language to communicate how we’re feeling and what we need.  In this episode, my guest, Genevieve Hawkins, an author, conversationalist, and conflict coach shares two simple analogies we can use to understand and...

76 | Breaking barriers, taking wild tracks & sharing somatic secrets with Dr Karen Darke, Adventurer, Paralympic Champion, Global Speaker, Author, Transformational Coach, and Mindset Architect 16.09.2024

If you've ever doubted what your body can do, or what's possible in the face of your challenges, this is a conversation for you! In this episode, my guest is Dr Karen Darke, a phenomenal Paralympic champion, World record holder, adventurer, and transformational coach. This is a conversation about finding the inner gold, and you'll love her inspirational story about how gold has touched...

75 | Liberate yourself from pain & stress with Susanne Meier Briggs, Stress Illness Recovery Practitioner & Coach 02.09.2024

What is your understanding of, and relationship with, pain? Are you aware of the profound connection between your emotions, stress and pain? Do you, or someone you love, suffer from chronic or unresolved pain? Would you like to live pain free and reduce your reliance on pain medication or treatment? In this episode, my guest, Susanne Meier Briggs, a Stress Illness Recovery Practitioner & Coach...

74 | Living after loss with Lisa Heacock, Life & Grief coach, Certified Grief Educator, Inspirational Speaker, Podcast host, Best selling author & Breast cancer survivor 19.08.2024

Are you struggling to find meaning after experiencing significant loss? Have you ever wondered how you can support a loved one who is grieving? Are you interested in learning how to live fully while also honoring your grief? In this episode, I explore with Lisa Heacock, a life and grief coach, about how we can embrace, navigate and find meaning when experiencing the complexities of grief and loss...

73 | Ways to worship your womb with Jade Estelle, Feminine Rites of Passage Coach, Womb Massage Practitioner, Circle Facilitator & Yoga & Embodiment teacher 12.08.2024

Does the idea of worshiping your womb feel new or even a little strange to you? What’s it like to connect with your womb during the different phases of your life? What has your womb been trying to tell you all these years? If you're curious and want to know more, or you know that power, and now want to honour this powerful portal, this is an episode not to be missed. My guest is Jade Estelle,...

72 | Healing with Ayahuasca, a master plant, with Deanne Broggi, Feminine empowerment leader, Sacred womb & Pelvic health practitioner, & Podcast host 05.08.2024

Are you curious about plant medicine, and how it could support you? Have you heard of Ayahuasca, and are wondering why people in the west are starting to use this powerful plant medicine from the Amazon? Would you like to learn more about what this master plant has to offer you in your midlife and beyond? In this episode, we explore how Ayahuasca can take people on a journey of self-discovery and...

71 | Unleash your Unf*ckwithable feminine power with Bhavna Dahiya, Visionary Priestess, Coach, Intuitive Tarot reader, & unapologetic woman 29.07.2024

Are you tapped into your feminine power? Do you even know what it is? Do you find the F bomb offensive or do you use it liberally? How would it feelt to be unf*ckwithable and stand in your power? In this episode, you'll find out as I interview Bhavna Dahiya, an emotional wellbeing coach who helps women embrace and unleash their unf*ckwithable feminine power.  Bhavna shares her journey from the...

70 | Sparking joy: The transformative power of decluttering with Melinda Ferrier, Professional organiser, Certified KonMari consultant, and joyful living advocate 22.07.2024

Do you ever have trouble finding things in your home? Are there rooms in your home that are cluttered and disorganised? Do you get anxious, sweaty palms, or rush around putting things away and hiding mess, before people come over to your house? If you sometimes wish there was an organising fairy who would just come over and sort out your stuff, you'll get so much out of this episode! Whether o...

69 | Lessons in sexual liberation from a Brazilian living down under with Vivian LaPorta, Intuitive healer, medicine woman, & sex coach student 15.07.2024

What can we learn about sexual liberation from the perspectives of different cultures? How does the Brazilian approach to sexuality differ from the Australian approach? What steps can we take to express ourselves sexually in our midlife? My gorgeous guest, Vivian LaPorta, is a Brazilian who has lived in Australia 15 years. Through this enlightening conversation, you'll learn about the differen...

68 | How to create a sex positive, shame-free home with Dr Tina Schermer Sellers, Sex and gender feminist psychotherapist, best-selling author, researcher & media personality 08.07.2024

Talking about Sex with your partner, friends and sisters is one thing. Talking about it with your kids/grandkids is in another league altogether! If you feel awkward, embarrassed, uncertain or avoid conversations about sex in your home, you’re not alone! Understanding sex positive parenting, and knowing how we can create a sex positive environment to live in are skills we haven’t been taught. Good...

67 | How harmonising your hormones can help you reclaim your spark with Nancy Demuynck, Clinical nutritionist, naturopath & EFT practitioner 01.07.2024

How do you feel about your hormones? Do you feel like they create havoc and, when you're in midlife, you need to put up with hell because of all the changes that are happening? For most women, when it comes to this big, broad window of midlife, we have no idea what's going on until we're in the middle of all the changes and frantically trying to catch up with WTF is going on. In this c...

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