Best Hotflash Podcasts (2024)

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111: Connecting with yourself and leaning into your Wise Power with Red School co-founders Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer and Alexandra Pope 1:16:16

6h ago1:16:16

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Send us a Text Message. Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer and Alexandra Pope are pioneers in the emerging field of menstruality, which my spell check says isn’t even a word! Basically they have created a new lexicon, along with a new approach not only to our health and wellbeing, but our creativity and leadership, and our spiritual life – all based on becoming…

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"Candid AF" - Midlife Masterclass with Jennifer Fisher 1:46:20

43m ago1:46:20

1:46:20

EP 125: Join me, Dr. Sarah Milken in a rad, real and open conversation with one of my favorite midlife besties and hottie/smarties. Jennifer Fisher is back! Our first episode was on zoom two years ago. Today, we are on fire and in person in NYC, underboob sweat and all! Jennifer is a jeweler, entrepreneur, chef, kitchen influencer, social media sup…

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Poolside Midlife TMI! 1:28:54

2d ago1:28:54

1:28:54

EP 124: I know that I am your “midlife bestie”, oversharing my midlife “ugh’s & fabulosities” and finding us all the expert golden nuggets to create our optimal midlife. But, today I am talking to another midlife bestie, “poolside”! This midlife hottie showed up to our zoom interview in a bikini. Let me explain… we had a timing miscommunication and…

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110: 80s supermodel Kim Alexis: 'Hormones are natural too' 48:30

7d ago48:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, host and midlife and menopause journalist Ann Marie McQueen speaks with iconic American model Kim Alexis. They explore Kim's extensive career when she dominated the modeling industry. They talk about what it was like to appear on over 500 magazine – sometimes all of them at once – and cover her journey throu…

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109: SOLO MINI episode: No one wants pianos anymore 14:18

10d ago14:18

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Send us a Text Message. Navigating Midlife Grief: A Personal Journey In this deeply emotional and personal video, host Ann Marie McQueen shares her experience of navigating midlife grief and loss, specifically focusing on the recent death of her father. An audio essay about grief, loss, Boomers and their stuff. Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health…

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108: The Metabolism Reset with Lara Briden 53:21

10d ago53:21

53:21

Send us a Text Message. Hotflash inc – the platform designed to find the true truth in perimenopause, menopause and beyond – makes a return to the podcast world this week! In the first episode back journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen interviews Lara Briden, an expert in women's health and author of the new book The Metabolism Reset. They discuss …

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Hotflash inc comeback trailer 0:19

10d ago0:19

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Send us a Text Message. Exploring the Truths of Perimenopause and Menopause with Ann Marie McQueenJournalist Ann Marie McQueen delves into the realities of perimenopause, menopause, midlife, and beyond. She emphasizes the importance of opening our minds to new possibilities and shares her journey as a proud woman in her 50s. Join the discussion on …

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107: Mini solo episode: The Comeback is Coming 4:49

18d ago4:49

4:49

Send us a Text Message. Embracing Change and Finding Strength in Uncertainty Listen in as I reflect on a pivotal moment triggered by a quote from the Mel Robbins podcast, leading to the tough decision to pause the Hotflash inc newsletter and podcast – and the easier decision to bring it back. 00:00 Facing Fear and Making Tough Decisions 00:33 Perso…

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Midlife Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Protein 1:17:51

16d ago1:17:51

1:17:51

EP 123: Blood sugar! Are you a midlife woman just learning about the dreaded blood sugar saga or you already know you are insulin resistant? Maybe you feel clunky and tired? Maybe you have gained a few pounds? Do you want to learn some simple lifestyle changes that can help you balance your blood sugar, feel better and lose some extra weight? Want …

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Age IS just a number - on the back of her SOCCER JERSEY! 55:26

18d ago55:26

55:26

Brandi Mitchell is the Founder of San Diego Soccer Women in California. Her goal is to connect and expand the global community of age 30 and older recreational female soccer players of every ability level. At age 47 has traveled the world joining in both standard and walking soccer tournaments for ages 40 and older, as well as organizing internatio…

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Age IS just a number - on the back of her SOCCER JERSEY! 55:26

18d ago55:26

55:26

Brandi Mitchell is the Founder of San Diego Soccer Women in California. Her goal is to connect and expand the global community of age 30 and older recreational female soccer players of every ability level. At age 47 has traveled the world joining in both standard and walking soccer tournaments for ages 40 and older, as well as organizing internatio…

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Braver & Newer You: 10 nuggets 1:27:18

25d ago1:27:18

1:27:18

EP 122: 6 month “midlife review” for you. It is 6 months into the new year. Have you taken any of those personal steps that you might have pondered on January 1? This is not general “self help” bla bla. This is the real juice. Midlife woman, I know you are ready for a personal “uplevel” because you are here! Wanting a pivot, reset, rei-ignition, wi…

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Midlifers, Choose You, Too! 1:26:50

1M ago1:26:50

1:26:50

EP 121: It’s not selfish to put yourself first in midlife. Midlife self obsession is approved. My guest today has 400k social media followers listening to her every word. After being a mother and a wife, a friend, a sister or a career-er when will it be time to be you and choose you, too?!? Today’s guest explains why choosing you in midlife is not …

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Midlife Muffin Top: 6 Science-Backed Lifestyle Steps 25:09

2M ago25:09

25:09

EP 120: MIDLIFE MUFFIN TOP... I know you can relate. As a midlife woman, do you struggle to find consistency in your diet? I do! Do you find yourself snacking when you're bored or when your college kid leaves the nest again to go back to school? I do! Do you wish that your weight loss was sustainable and easy to maintain? I do!!! This mini episode …

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Midlife’s 10 Things! 17:00

2M ago17:00

17:00

Calling all midlifers! Today I’m reviewing my first year as a half-empty nest mom. Ugh! In this 15 min quickie, I have so many thoughts and questions that I know you’re probably having too… So, in the regular Flexible Neurotic style I’m getting honest and vulnerable in this solo mini-sode. With one kid (teen son) in college and the other finishing …

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Midlife Body Aches & Frozen Shoulder 1:06:10

2M ago1:06:10

1:06:10

EP 118: Are you a midlife woman experiencing intense shoulder pain? I was! Does your body just ache? Mine does. Is your doctor suggesting it’s just a pickle-ball injury or you just gotta push through the midlife grind? Mine was too! (even though I don’t play pickle-ball, lol) Are you knee deep digging through google for answers to why you can’t f*k…

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Midlife Hacks & Habits 25:42

3M ago25:42

25:42

EP 117: Midlife philosophy, marriage, health and action steps. Ready for a little midlife motivation from the midlife health queen herself? My guest tells us what it means to “live life from the inside out”, a practice that she embraces for connecting to her inner voice and taking necessary action steps. Looking for a midlife lifestyle reset? Ready…

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Midlife Mojo ASAP! 18:31

3M ago18:31

18:31

EP 116: As a midlife woman, do you want to find a “thing”, a passion, something that makes you feel connected to yourself and others? Me too! This mini episode has some serious and practical nuggets for you! Get ready for a step-by-step guide to reclaiming your time and creativity in the second half of our lives. My midlife hottie guest shares all …

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Big Feelings… Real Tools 13:51

3M ago13:51

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EP 115: Parenting hormonal teens while battling hormones yourself?! Me too! You are not alone there and according to parenting expert Dr. Lisa Damour there are some tools in teaching them to navigate “big feelings”, while maintaining you are own sense of equilibrium, as a parent. Honestly, this was an amazing reminder for myself and I know that so …

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Reverse Cellular Aging In A Bottle 1:15:04

3M ago1:15:04

1:15:04

EP 114: One pill to help reverse cellular aging? Duh! Sign me up. Ready to sleep better, feel better, reduce inflammation, have thicker hair and a million other things? I know the obvious answer is yes… but there’s more. Are you sick of taking a million supplements in the morning and wondering why we haven’t just created one magic supplement with s…

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Psychedlic therapy- more than just a trip 48:21

3M ago48:21

48:21

In this episode, we delve deep into the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy specifically tailored for women. Psychedelic Integration coach, Ondrea Crockett sheds light on the unique experiences, challenges, and breakthroughs encountered by women undergoing psychedelic-assisted therapy. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the therapeut…

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Psychedlic therapy- more than just a trip 48:21

3M ago48:21

48:21

In this episode, we delve deep into the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy specifically tailored for women. Psychedelic Integration coach, Ondrea Crockett sheds light on the unique experiences, challenges, and breakthroughs encountered by women undergoing psychedelic-assisted therapy. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the therapeut…

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Mixing East & West In Midlife 14:53

4M ago14:53

14:53

EP 113: Plant Medicine, eastern & western approaches to mental health and the power of your intuition… Dr. Ellen Vora discusses the importance of understanding the vast options available to us in midlife for our health and wellness needs. Today we are talking about plant medicine and Dr. Vora’s specific and holistic approach to taking care of your …

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Changing the narrative around midlife and menopause 47:46

4M ago47:46

47:46

As a woman I can’t say how great it is to hear menopause openly discussed in my family, friend groups, media, and entertainment. We should be talking about it. It’s such an important transition in a woman’s life so why hide it? However, the tone around menopause still needs some work! The way I hear it discussed would make any woman put the brakes …

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Changing the narrative around midlife and menopause 47:46

4M ago47:46

47:46

As a woman I can’t say how great it is to hear menopause openly discussed in my family, friend groups, media, and entertainment. We should be talking about it. It’s such an important transition in a woman’s life so why hide it? However, the tone around menopause still needs some work! The way I hear it discussed would make any woman put the brakes …

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Lift Heavy Sh**t in Midlife 1:24:02

4M ago1:24:02

1:24:02

Lift “heavy s**t in midlife” is the name of the game! You know I call them the “dumb and necessary weights”. We keep hearing we have to lift weight in midlife for our brains, body and health. You want to hear exactly the how, why and what from an orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist? You want to hear exactly how much weight and how many reps…

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Finding Me Again, True Story! 53:41

4M ago53:41

53:41

EP 111: Midlife fantasy or real life? A bad case of the “midlife itchies” at 44 which ended up being a huge turning point for this guest. She was post-divorce, filing for bankruptcy and trying to find her inner fuel and passion again in midlife, despite her father dying, her dog dying, living in a tiny apartment with two teenagers, and having a qui…

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Bobbi Brown’s “Everyday Midlife”, Your Way! 10:52

4M ago10:52

10:52

EP 110: Make-up artist guru and entrepreneur extraordinaire known for Bobby Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road Beauty, Bobbi Brown, shares her secrets for living your “best everyday midlife”. This week we are doing another quick golden nugget mini-sode excerpt from my past conversation with beauty entrepreneur and fellow midlifer, Bobbi Brown. This con…

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Get “Gritty” in Midlife! Here’s how… 1:37:44

5M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

EP 109: How did she fckn’ do that? How did she put the “cart before the horse”? How did he get over that life threatening challenge? Ever envious of the people who seem to be naturally more resilient, GRITTY? Wow, some people always appear to bounce back. What are their secrets? Can we develop grit? There is a concept called “practical optimism” th…

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Quick Minisode: Midlife Metabolic Health & Weight Loss Drugs 14:15

5M ago14:15

14:15

EP 108: Midlife muffin top? Did I get your attention? Are you a midlife woman questioning the sudden appearance of the midlife muffin top? Are you curious as to what is going on inside your body during menopause? Do you find yourself feeling “ugh” about the redistribution of fat? Do you want to work with your body and find the healthiest treatments…

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Live the Life you Want! Why not me? 1:10:22

5M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

EP 107: Ready to live the life you really want, not the life you got? What’s the life you really want? Are you bored? Itchy for the next thing in midlife? Me too! Have you taken an action step toward that change more than once? More than twice? Are you scared to take action because your inner B**ch is chattering and the “peanut gallery” is watching…

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ReShape Masculinity | With Adil Hussain, Life & Men's Coach & Founder of BrotherhoodDXB 1:04:28

5M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

In today's world masculinity is often defined as a spectrum of qualities and behaviours traditionally associated with men, including traits like strength, courage, independence, and assertiveness. But what about their emotions? Do they have emotional intelligence? Are they vulnerable? Empathetic? Why don't they cry?... Adil Hussain, a visionary, li…

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Zero F**s In Midlife - 12 Minute Minisode 12:21

5M ago12:21

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EP 106: Zero F**ks is the perfect way to describe my guest, Jennifer Fisher of @jenniferfisherjewelry and @jenniferfisherkitchen. In this 12 minute minisode, we talked about the “art of not giving a f**k”, muting the peanut gallery, embracing authenticity and the importance of your mindset in midlife. Jen’s story is so inspiring and she’s overcome …

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Seasonal Affective Disorder - what you should know 22:17

6M ago22:17

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As winter settles in, so does Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the workplace. As the days grow shorter and the workload longer, we find ourselves battling not just deadlines, but the urge to hibernate under our desks until spring. It's like everyone suddenly morphs into human-sized houseplants, craving sunlight, and chlorophyll in equal measure…

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Seasonal Affective Disorder - what you should know 22:17

6M ago22:17

22:17

As winter settles in, so does Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the workplace. As the days grow shorter and the workload longer, we find ourselves battling not just deadlines, but the urge to hibernate under our desks until spring. It's like everyone suddenly morphs into human-sized houseplants, craving sunlight, and chlorophyll in equal measure…

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How I Rebuilt My Midlife VJ & More 1:01:55

6M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

EP 105: Inside chat with two midlife podcasters who get really open & honest about all of it, including the midlife VJ rebuild…keep reading to find out who the other midlife hottie is… I might have peaked your interest. Are you a midlife woman, possible empty nester, career-er, or re-inventor looking for practical advice from fellow midlife women? …

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Midlife Inflammation & Weight Loss with Dr. Mary Claire Haver…15 Minute Quickie 14:37

6M ago14:37

14:37

EP 104: Inflammation, inflammation, inflammation! This is the midlife story for so many of us women. It’s uncomfortable, I’m probably bloated right now, my cortisol is high enough for four adults, and my other inflammation markers on my blood work are crazy! You too? and I’m here to remind you (and myself) how to decrease inflammation and increase …

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Are you too old to wear this? 40:10

6M ago40:10

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I’m a personal believer that you dress for your style and your energy - not your ‘age’. What does age-related style look like, anyway? Imagine being confined to a certain wardrobe because you fall into a specific age group? How limiting! And where is the self-expression? I click away from articles that talk about how to dress ‘for your age. or how …

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Are you too old to wear this? 40:10

6M ago40:10

40:10

I’m a personal believer that you dress for your style and your energy - not your ‘age’. What does age-related style look like, anyway? Imagine being confined to a certain wardrobe because you fall into a specific age group? How limiting! And where is the self-expression? I click away from articles that talk about how to dress ‘for your age. or how …

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ReShape Women's Health | With Ann Marie McQueen, Journalist Specialised in Midlife & Menopause and Founder of HotFlash Inc 1:04:58

6M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

In this episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood journey of women's bodies through perimenopause, premenopause, and menopause. Our guest, Ann Marie McQueen, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Her background as a digital journalist and podcaster, along with her foundational role at The National Newspaper and …

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Hard & Good In Midlife 26:12

6M ago26:12

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EP 103: We are not cold plunging on Jan. 1! Are we? Not me, not yet! Ever noticed that so many “midlife things” feel “hard & good”. For example, marriage is hard… but also good…(for some). Same with parenting, like I have to worry about my kids and their health & schooling, complain about their messes and then hard because I cry over them leaving t…

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Ready to ring in 2024 with some good, clean fun? 1:12:49

7M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

If anyone loves their wine, it’s me! I don’t drink liquor or beer, but I am a huge sucker for a Californian Cab Sav. I love the flavour and I love the warm feeling I get in my belly after a few sips. It makes me feel calm, peaceful, and relaxed. Even when I don’t want a glass, I am easily swayed when others around me are enjoying a glass and I inev…

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Ready to ring in 2024 with some good, clean fun? 1:12:49

7M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

If anyone loves their wine, it’s me! I don’t drink liquor or beer, but I am a huge sucker for a Californian Cab Sav. I love the flavour and I love the warm feeling I get in my belly after a few sips. It makes me feel calm, peaceful, and relaxed. Even when I don’t want a glass, I am easily swayed when others around me are enjoying a glass and I inev…

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106: Solo episode: BRB 6:14

7M ago6:14

6:14

Send us a Text Message. I'm taking a short break, and we are going to come back stronger than ever. Here I explain why! I also butcher Joe Pulizzi's name, and for that I am sorry. See you soon. AMx Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.com …

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