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Hey hey, Hoops & Gloss crew!  Today's episode is serving up real estate with a side of real life — think heart, humor, and just a sprinkle of tough love (glossed up, of course). 💄 We're hanging out with the amazing Tina Frechman — realtor, investor, and all-around boss and trust us, this chat goes way beyond open houses and "sold" signs. If you've ever felt torn between your memory-filled home an...

Hoops & Glossers… if you're feeling meh, moody, or just mildly ragey, this episode is the warm hug (and possibly the estrogen patch) you didn't know you needed. Meet Kelly Brooks Huber: mom of four (two human, two furry), businesswoman, college roommate, and—fun fact—bikini wax spirit guide. We go way back, and this convo? It's real, ridiculous, and ridiculously relatable. We cover: That time both...

What do you get when two midlife moms trade stories about protein shakes, pelvic floors, and fighting for their identity one workout at a time? THIS episode. Melis sits down with Skyler Burton — fellow mom, awesome human, and accountability buddy on the same fitness and mindset journey — to talk about what it really looks like to try and reclaim your energy, your confidence, and maybe even your ab...

Welcome to this week's from-the-bed episode, where your host Melis, wrapped in cozy PJs and channeling her inner Sara Foster, shares the wild tale of what happens when you don't listen to your body… until it shouts "STREP AND BRONCHITIS" through a megaphone. Midlife women, it's time to ditch the guilt and reclaim rest—not as a luxury, but as a necessity (and yes, even a performance strategy if you...

Why is it that we'll move mountains to show up for everyone else... but ghost our own goals like a bad Tinder date? In this solo pep talk, Melis gets real about the sneaky ways we slide off our own to-do lists (and what to do about it). From gym daycare confessions to the "start small" mantra, she's calling us all in—with love, laughter, and a little tough truth. You'll hear: Why your calendar nee...

One minute you're texting your mom to ask how long chicken lasts in the fridge, and the next you're coordinating her hospital discharge and Googling "signs of sepsis." Welcome to the midlife plot twist they forgot to warn us about: parenting our parents. In this raw, real, and yes—still hilarious—episode, Melis is joined by her longtime bestie and nurse extraordinaire Nicole Jolicoeur Johnson. Tog...

What if this chapter isn't the beginning of the end—but the part where we finally stop playing small? Welcome back to Now What?!, the podcast that's part pep talk, part group therapy, and all about embracing midlife with grit, grace, and a heavy pour of humor. In this solo episode, Melis is serving up a much-needed reminder: this season of life is not your fade-to-black moment—it's your plot twist...

Hey Hoops & Glossers, We always talk about who shows up when life hits the fan—but what about when life rocks? In today's solo episode, I'm spilling all the tea on friendship: the kind that cheers you on when you're winning, not just when you're wounded. After a whirlwind weekend where my college besties pulled off an epic surprise trip to celebrate one of us landing a dream promotion (spoiler ale...

What happens when your marriage, your office, your kitchen, and your sanity all exist in the same square footage? Melis' husband, Shannon (aka Papi), is back on the pod — and they're getting hilariously honest about what it's really like to work from home… together. From dining-room Zoom calls to deli-meat crime scenes, they unpack the highs, the lows, and the "please pretend I'm not here from 9 t...

Welcome back, Hoops and Glossers! Buckle up because today's episode is packed with inspiration, motivation, and a few moments that will make you want to rethink everything you know about fitness, nutrition, and mindset. Our guest? None other than the powerhouse that is Jodi Echakowitz– CEO, mom of two, PR queen, autism and mental health advocate, AND a total badass in the gym. Oh, and did we menti...

HOOPS & GLOSSERS! You know that one special friend who you grew up with, who has known you the longest and has been by your side for EVERY stage of life! Well THAT childhood bestie of Melis' is on the pod, and it is Lisa Marie Hoose! From brownies to girl scouts, to college, weddings, kids and more, we have experienced it ALL together!  Take a listen as they stroll down memory lane together talkin...

HOOPS & GLOSSERS! The pink carpet has been rolled out and it's time to dish about the Oscars! Rain, sleet or a slight case of Whooping Cough wasn't going to let Melis miss a week of broadcasting a "Now What" episode. Here's what's coming at ya: Love It or Hate It! Melis channels her inner Joan Rivers to discuss the most talked about stars and their fashion choices Find out who Melis' FAVORITE desi...

HOOPS & GLOSS! It's time to get a guy's perspective on what dating is like and using the dating apps. We've chatted with professional dating coach, Stacy Perry (ep #10—go check it out again), and today we are talking to an actual single guy and what his thoughts are on being a single dad and being back in the dating scene. He's not only an awesome dude, he is my brother in law Sheridan Murphy and...

(#17) "Stop Playing Detective" - How to Talk to Teens with Communication Strategist, Maria Iams HOOPS & GLOSS! Do you have teens? Are you around teens? Do you have younger kids who will become teens at some point in their lives? Then you DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EPISODE! Melis has the most fascinating conversation with Communication Strategist Maria Iams. Maria gives simple communication tools on...

LOVE is IN THE AIR, Hoops & Gloss! It's Valentine's Week! Whether you love it or hate it, tune in to hear Papi's take on this holiday he calls, "A FAKE HOLIDAY"! Here's what's coming at ya: Does Papi think Valentine's Day is primarily for the ladies? Why was he sending Melis dead flowers? And NO HE DIDN'T JUST SAY THAT! Listen to Papi's take on ALL fake holidays and the SCANDALOUS comment he makes...

Okay Hoops & Gloss! It's time for some solo GIRL SHIZZ TALKIN! Melis wants to remind all you Hoops & Glossers to go fory our dreams and to create a community where we can come together, laugh, talk shizz, be authentic and fabulous…in other words…just simply BE YOU! It's time to recap 2025 (yes there has only been 1 month that has occurred) and do some "shizz" talkin' about the Grammy's! Here's wha...

HOOPS & GLOSS! Want to get inspired by an amazing, brave woman? Well then, you are in the right place! Listen to Melis' interview with Fitness Instructor, Amy Hockman.  Amy shares her journey from teenage addiction, to raising a family and being a stay at home mom to now creating a fitness business which focuses on inspiring moms to live their best and healthiest lives TODAY!  Here's what's coming...

HOOPS & GLOSS! It's getting Hot & Steamy in today's episode…and I'm not talking vegetables! Melis has the most fascinating chat with Sex & Relationship Coach, Aimee Ames. Aimee shares her process of going from a stay at home mom and feeling lost and empty to now falling in love with HERSELF and living at HER Growing Edge. Here's what's coming at ya: Aimee shares her experience of how her first bre...

HOOPS & GLOSS! It's TIME to GRAB YOUR GLASS OF MILK and BUCKLE UP while you listen to Melis and her bestie Alicia recap the Nicole Kidman movie, BABYGIRL! There are giggles, thoughts and analysis that to be honest, don't make much sense! But whether you learn anything about the movie during this chat or not, you are sure to have a good 'ol time laughing with Melis & Alicia. Remember the days of Si...

HOOPS & GLOSS! 2025 is moving along and I want you to think about what is the word you want to infuse into every goal you have this upcoming year! Here's what's coming at ya: What is YOUR word for 2025? Melis wants you to dig deep and think about what vibe you are bringing to 2025 Learn why Melis loves playing tennis with Men Heard of the little movie that's out with Nicole Kidman called "Baby Gir...

HAPPY NEW YEAR HOOPS & GLOSSERS! It's Melis here and we are coming into 2025 HOT, HOT, HOT! I'm specifically looking at all of you, fabulous single ladies! If you are single, looking for love, or even in a relationship and want a stronger connection, this episode is for YOU! Listen to my fascinating chat with Dating Coach, Stacy Perry!  Stacy is on a mission to help women find love faster, more ea...

Happy Holidays and welcome to another week on Now What?! 🎧✨ I'm Melissa, and I'm so excited to bring you this festive episode of holiday cheer and last-minute gift ideas. Whether you're rushing to finish shopping or just here for the fun, this episode has got something for everyone. This week, we're diving into: Tackling last-minute holiday shopping—don't worry, we've got you covered with the ul...

  Happy Holidays and welcome to another week on  Now What? I'm Melissa, your host, and I'm so happy you're here! We're officially in the holiday hustle, and I hope you're finding little moments of calm and progress—whether you're tackling the last pumpkin on the porch or savoring the perfect holiday latte. This week on Now What? , we're chatting about: Why waiting until January 1st to start your g...

  Welcome back, Hoops and Glossers! Melis here, and I'm coming in hot as we roll into the first week of December — Happy Holidays! This week, we're embracing the chaos of the season and letting go of perfection because, honestly, who has time for that? If you're drowning in holiday madness, still have pumpkins on your porch, or haven't even thought about a tree yet, welcome to the club. We're in t...

This week on Now What , we're embracing Thanksgiving madness with a very special guest — none other than my husband, Shannon Murphy! Buckle up, because we're diving into life updates, hilarious mishaps, and giving you a behind-the-scenes look at our Thanksgiving traditions ( spoiler: they're never smooth sailing ).    What to Expect in This Episode: • Meet my husband, Shannon, aka Papi — the man,...