The Big Four Oh: The Podcast About Turning 40

In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Selena Coppock, a former comedian and writer based in New York City, who shares her journey of outgrowing the bustling world of stand-up comedy and moving towards embracing a quieter, more fulfilling life. Selena discusses the pivotal moments that led to her stepping away from the comedy stage, her newfound passions, and how turning 40 played a crucial rol...

Today, Stephanie sits down with Eric Dyment to discuss his unexpected journey of self-discovery and transformation as he approached his 40s. Eric, who once believed his life's path was set, found himself making one  small change that spiraled into a series of life-altering decisions. From reassessing his career to moving across the country and finally, embracing family life, Eric's story is a...

Today on the Forty Drinks Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Susan Osborne, a seasoned image consultant and entrepreneur. Susan shares her intriguing journey of self-discovery that began unexpectedly with a pair of Birkenstock sandals. This conversation delves into how embracing her true self led Susan to make significant life and style changes, including moving to the rural White Mountains and tra...

Welcome to the 40 Drinks Podcast! Today, Stephanie sits down with the remarkable Kim Smith. As Kim approached her 40th birthday, she embarked on a transformative Instagram project, sharing her journey through grief and personal growth after losing the three most important people in her life during her 30s. This episode delves into how Kim channeled her pain into creativity, leading up to a revital...

In this episode, Stephanie McLaughlin sits down with Jaime Lang to explore her transformative journey through her 30s and into her 40s. Jaime shares candidly about the highs of her late 20s, the challenges of her midlife years, and the unexpected move that led her to Florida. This episode is a deep dive into personal evolution, finding happiness in unexpected places, and learning to live life with...

Today, Stephanie sits down with her first guest, Janna Hartley, to explore a transformative journey through midlife challenges, personal growth, and self-discovery.  Janna shares her story of overcoming grief and anxiety, embracing change, and finding joy in a “Year of No Fear.” From roller derby to radical self-acceptance, this episode is a deep dive into how pivotal moments can shape our pa...

Introducing the Forty Drinks Podcast In episode 1 of the Forty Drinks Podcast, host Stephanie McLaughlin introduces herself and sets the stage for upcoming episodes. Stephanie describes the Forty Drinks Project, which is how she celebrated turning forty, and also serves as the jumping off point for the podcast. Instead of having a party to celebrate the milestone birthday, Stephanie had forty drin...

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