So here we are at the end of my very first season and what a guest to finish on!Kate & I went to school and guides together. My life as a guide was pretty short lived after the guide camp weekend we talk about which was something of a cross be

The One with Lisa Holdsworth. Writing for TV, Drinking with James Corden, Embracing Politics and Fighting for Female equality.

May 22nd, 2020 1h 1m

Recorded in April 2020 during Coronavirus lockdown.Lisa is an old (as in long time...) friend, fierce feminist and all round talented person. She's been involved in writing many of the UK's most popular shows of the last 20 years including Fat

The One with Jen Silvester-Killen. Midlife Career Change, Marriage and a Homophobic Dad.

May 16th, 2020 46m 55s

When Jen offered to be a guest on my podcast, it was to talk about the huge decision she made to give up her life-long Teaching career in midlife. I was happy for her to share this but the story I was most interested in was the one about having

The One with Jo O'Hara - Midlife - Better Now then Never!

May 8th, 2020 37m 6s

Meet my friend, Jo. In midlife she gave up a comfortable salary and a stable managerial role to retrain as a social worker. Cue University and a subsequent fulfilling career in Child Protection, a brave move at any age. But just listen as she

The One with Karon Dawes. When Elderly Parents Divorce!

May 1st, 2020 33m 45s

In this episode, my friend Karon talks about the shock and the emotional fallout of her parents surprise divorce after 50 years of marriage. There is some frank talk and the odd F bomb thrown in.....I hope you find this as fascinating as I do.

The one with Tina Markey. Bravery, Loss, Trauma and Hope.

Apr 24th, 2020 41m 30s

Meet Tina, my patient, brave and kind friend who is talking about the loss of her young son, Sean and the work of www.candlelighters.org.uk charity who support young people with life limiting conditions.Trigger Warning. As you may imagine, th

The one with Jane Gray. How to go from overthinking to clarity in midlife.

Apr 17th, 2020 43m 48s

This podcast is a must listen if you often find yourself experiencing worry, self doubt or overthinking. Jane is a certified Clarity Coach and specialises in helping women rediscover their true selves in midlife. You will love her. She talks so

The one with Juliet Thomas. Chaos to Creativity.

Apr 10th, 2020 47m 24s

Here is my creative and eternally optimistic friend, Juliet who shares the deeply personal story of her chaotic childhood and how she has not let it define her life as an adult. She's a huge advocate for creativity for mental health and despite

The One with Jo Ardern from Back in Time for The Corner Shop!

Apr 2nd, 2020 48m 58s

Join me and my lovely Back in Time 'Sister' as we chat about her recently aired programme and our shared and unique experiences on the BBC series. Catch up on the series herehttps://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000frl8/back-in-time-for-th

The One with Mikki Mitchell. Love, Loss, Grief and Hope.

Apr 2nd, 2020 42m 44s

There are so many things we can learn about life from our friends. Mikki's is a story of adventure, love, loss, grief, vulnerability and hope. Please rate and leave a review. And if you could share on social media and with your friends, that w

Introduction: The What, The Why, The How with Guest Host Rachel Mayer

Apr 2nd, 2020 28m 17s

In this very first episode I invite my friend, Rachel into the studio to chat about the upcoming series. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and leave a review. If you can share the link to this podcast then that would be amazin

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Mar 30th, 2020 5m 17s

This is the place where we celebrate and commiserate, share the ups and the downs and the challenges and opportunities that midlife brings. Join me and my friends as we laugh and cry our way through the stories that are defining us in midlife.

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