Women Living Well After 50 Podcast

In this episode I’m chatting with Angelina Mastrippolito, a second-generation Italian immigrant about her new book ‘Le Seconde’. The book details her life growing up in the cane fields of North Queensland in an Italian family. The expectations on women, the strength of her mother and what you can achieve if you are brave enough to take the step. This book is resonated with me, as my husband was bo...

'Joyspan' – the longest, most pleasurable healthspan possible. Brodee Myers-Cook is on a mission to help women find their roadmap to vibrant ageing through her Road to Younger Magazine on Substack. After a shock result from her ostoeporosis test Brodee shares her ‘wake up’ call and what she is doing to maintain strength and vitality in life. This week on the Women Living Well After 50 podcast, I’m...

Are you ready to write your story? ‘Writing isn't just about words. It's a way to define and clarify who you are, what you think, what you want to say, and where you stand in this ever-evolving world. Unlocking your creativity isn't indulgent - it's essential. Claiming and defining your voice will be the key to unlocking your next chapter!’ My guest today is Bonnie Garvin founder of Storytelling L...

Are you embracing Ageing or pushing back against the inevitable? My guest today is Jane Duncan Rogers who feels that aging should be viewed in a ‘whacky’ way and with positivity, gratitude and acceptance. Jane shares her thoughts on her Substack account which you can subscribe to below. Jane is warm and encouraging and I could have chatted to her for hours. I’m definitely having Jane back in futur...

How often do you step out of your comfort zone and try something new? What holds you back? This is a fascinating episode discussing equine therapy. In this episode, my guest is Sue Willoughby, a truth teller, boundary-breaker, and certified Equus Coach® who helps women over 40 stop playing small and start living like they mean it. Sue has a different coaching approach and with horses as her co-fac...

Feeling stress and overwhelm? You aren’t alone and my guest today, Pam Miller, will share with us one surprising reason why we could be experiencing stress and overwhelm, and how it affects our overall health - physically, mentally, and emotionally. And once we realize this reason, it can CHANGE EVERYTHING! Watch the Video Meet Pam Miller Pam Miller has been coaching, mentoring, and serving women...

Perimenopause, Menopause and Post Menopause - whatever stage you are at you can begin your best chapter yet and not let the big ‘M’ take over. My guest in this episode is Barb Watson from Barb’s Bod Squad. As a body builder, Barb thought she had cracked the code of dealing with Menopause but she was wrong. From her own personal journey through menopause, Barb has developed a program that is progre...

After taking early retirement, my guest in this episode, Julie Conrad decided to pull out an old manuscript she started over 30 years ago. This one step put her on the path to fulfilling her dream of becoming a published author. She has now written 7 books and her latest, To Everything There is a Season, although fiction, will resonate with many women 50+. Watch the Video Meet Julie Conrad Julie C...

Mastering Real Wellness A self-mastery framework to create holistic health and optimal living Perfect skin. Ageless bodies. Radiant energy. No health challenges. No struggles. Always glowing. It’s easy to believe that real wellness is flawless, effortless, and permanent. But as the author of Mastering Real Wellness Dr Susannah Ward says, it’s not about being blissed out 24/7—it’s about feeling goo...

In this episode, my guest is Christine Mason, author of newly released book - The Nine Lives of Woman which explores how women can optimize energy, hormones, and longevity from puberty through post-menopause , blending science, lived experience, and ancient wisdom. During the discussion we discussed Christine’s from her new book and dive into: * The Cycles of Female Vitality – How energy, metaboli...

Do you have a dream but think you are too old? Think again. My guest today is Author, Judy Smith who is publishing her first novel at age 70. It’s never too late and you are never too old. Watch the Video Meet Judy Smith Author Judy Smith made a career out of paper cuts (building a successful direct mail business). Now she is embracing her seventh decade with much laughter and intrigue. Judy has d...

In this episode, my guest is Maria Hopwood a vibrant and effervescent woman who overcame setbacks in life to not only survive but to live a life of purpose. During our conversation we discussed: * Maria’s early life growing up in * Her move to Australia * Overcoming obstacles * Caring for her sick parents * Working to help others find purpose and gratitude in life. Watch the Video Meet Maria Maria...

Harmony - that was the ‘ah ha’ moment I had when speaking to my guest, Wendy Demaresque from Steps Towards Freedom. Her thoughts on replacing Balance with Harmony gave me pause and I actually wrote about it for my monthly Wellness Reimagined post: Cultivating Harmony for a Life in Full Bloom. During the episode we discussed: * Wendy’s background and her work as a ‘Heart Space’ Entrepreneur * How w...

My guest, Lynne Smith and I went to high school together and had gone to the same dance studio in our early years. We reconnected at our 40th School Reunion and became friends again via Facebook. It was only recently that I discovered, Lynne had been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 33. When I saw a Facebook post of her swimming with sharks (in a controlled environment of course), t...

Staying Active and Healthy after 50 is vital for longevity and ageing in a positive and well balanced way. In this episode, my guest is Jennifer Jones from The Retirement Phase. I first met Jennifer about 9 years ago. We were both Australian bloggers and have maintained a blogging friendship since then. A fun fact - we have never met in person and I had never heard Jen’s voice until this episode!...

How much Ultra Processed Food do you eat? Some might be obvious but others might be hidden. In the United States, UPFs account for around 70 percent of the U.S. food supply and 60 percent of adult diets. In this episode of the Women Living Well After 50 Podcast, my guest is good friend and blogger, Donna Connolly from Retirement Reflections. Donna has been researching UPFs and making changes to he...

Tired of dieting and not getting results? My guest today is Dr Ginny Trierweiler, founder of Slender for Good After 50 and she is sharing why Smart Women Don’t Diet. Ginny shares her personal journey with weight loss and why eating less is the wrong approach. We also discussed her Slender for Good After 50 program and how we can embrace healthy eating habits. Meet Dr Ginny Trierweiler Dr. Ginny Tr...

In this episode my guest is Debra L. Morrison, CFP and Founder of ‘We Can Do It Women’ discusses financial security but also having the freedom to live life using the 5 components of wealth. During the interview we discussed: * Debra’s extensive background in the world of finance * Finding courage to find new experiences * How financial security might not be as difficult as you think * Debra’s boo...

What do you think are the elements to be healthy and happy? In this episode my guest is Courtney Townley, a level 2 certified nutrition coach through Precision Nutrition, a certified strength coach via the National Strength & Conditioning Association and a certified life coach via The Life Coach School. Courtney also hosts the popular Grace & Grit Podcast. During the episode we discussed: * The de...

Deb Krier is a bundle of joy and energy and an inspiration. I was so uplifted by my conversation with this woman who radiates positivity despite facing cancer no once, but three times. During the interview we discussed: * Deb’s experiences with cancer * The L.I.V.E. principle * I’m not fine and that’s perfectly okay * Don’t die until you are dead - live * 5 questions to ask your doctor Meet Deb De...

In this episode my guest is Rosemary Gattuso, author of 'It's Not You, It's Me - A Chronic Overthinker's Guide to Self-Reflection' During the interview we discussed: * Rosemary’s career change from law to family mediation * Why she wrote: It’s Not You, It’s Me - A Chronic Overthinkers Guide to Self Reflection * The Scales of self-reflection * The ‘It’s not you - It’s Me’ principle * Tips to stop o...

In this episode my guest is Junie Moon, CEO of Midlife Love Out Loud, Global Love Mentor, Shadow Work® Facilitator, Women's Empowerment Leader and host of the Midlife Love Out Loud podcast. During the interview we discussed: * What Next Level Love is and why we struggle to achieve it * Why so many women self-sabotage and what we can do * Breaking the painful patterns * The 4 Love Shadows - what th...

It is estimated, that in 2023, there are more than 1.5 million Aussies caring for someone living with dementia and given our ageing population, this figure is only set to rise. Dementia is currently the second leading cause of death amongst Australians and the leading cause of death for women in our country. If you haven’t already come face-to-face with this cruel disease, or known someone afflict...

You’ve just celebrated your 25th wedding anniversary two weeks ago and your 60th birthday four weeks ago. Life seems to be going along fine until one ordinary day out of the blue your husband tells you ‘I’m seeing someone else’. I recently interviewed Jo Peck, author of Suddenly Single at Sixty for a Women Living Well After 50 Podcast episode. She is an intelligent woman, former business owner for...

In this week’s episode of the Women Living Well After 50 Podcast, my guest is Peta Gillian founder of Strong Healthy Women. We are discussing goals and how to make our mission impossible, possible. Key Points * The Problem with Traditional Goals * The Mission Possible Alternative * Creating Lasting Change * Future Vision Questions * Key Action Steps Watch the Video Youtube: Turning Your Mission Im...