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GenX Women are Sick of This Shit!

Megan Bennett & Lesley Meier

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GenX Women are Sick of This Shit is a podcast for a whole generation of women who are tumbling into their next phase of life. Each episode your hosts Megan Bennett and Lesley Meier will talk about what GenX women are sick of this week along with GenX history and pop culture, 5 Minutes of Fame stories, letters and comments from the audience and 'Xpert not an Xpert' discussions. The podcast is inspired by the Facebook group GenX Women are Sick of Your Shit, created by Megan Bennett in 2023. Th ...
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Welcome to a podcast where it's all about the guest with. your host, Kristen Daukas! Tune in for real folks sharing their incredible tales, covering everything from hilarious to heartwarming moments, and maybe a mix of both! Each episode promises a fresh lesson to widen your horizons, spark new ideas, and leave you smiling. So, grab your go-to drink and join us for some good vibes and great chats!
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Hello, my friends! I'm Karli Newman, and this is FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®️ - a podcast for women in midlife and beyond who want to feel inspired, hopeful, confident, and more satisfied with life than they ever have. I’m a life coach focused on whole-life wellness and I know from personal experience what a transformational time this is. I’m here to help you navigate challenges, uncover how to move forward and continue on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. I intentionally create shor ...
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Two Sides & The Truth

Zada Owens & Kelly Garcia

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Two best friends with a 15-year age gap & two very different lives talk about the many diverse relationships that make up all of our lives. Opening up the table for some real discussions about the art of relationships & the wisdom that comes from age & experience. Zada brings the southern charm & Kelly brings the free spirit. Join us as we unravel the truth & remind you that there are always three sides to every story; Two Sides & The Truth!
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Take Back Retirement

Stephanie McCullough & Kevin Gaines

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You’re a woman on the cusp of “retirement” naturally feeling some anxiety. We are two financial planners who take this subject seriously (but ourselves less so). We will help you feel more confident about your choices by cutting through the myths and mysteries. Through conversations and interviews with both subject-experts and women who have gone through what you are approaching, you will have the correct information and motivation to be in control of your future.
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Actual People

Chauncey Zalkin

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Welcome to Actual People, an unfiltered exploration of individual and societal shifts in a world undergoing tremendous change. In this podcast, I’ll open up about my own experiences in order to dive into social and cultural phenomena, positive developments, and collective pain. We’ll look at survival, endurance, strength, triumph and despair while imagining a future with creative joy and hope. Each episode is dedicated to meaningful conversations about the evolving landscape of our lives and ...
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Whether the sh*t’s just started or you’re in knee deep, we get you – we’re there, too! But true to our generation, we’ll make this thing our b*tch and take on the sh*t show of midlife in our own way. Our Facebook community and corresponding podcast is where it all starts, with real conversation, about real sh*t. Join us and together we’ll find the humor, solutions and support to live our best 2.0.
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Hello and thank you for listening ! Your Magical Midlife is your go to podcast is for gen x women who never (quite) fit in. I'm Kate Higgins, your host, and I'm a therapist turned coach. I will be discussing all things midlife: body changes, relationship shifts, career changes, caring for aging parents and most of all finding the joy and MAGIC in midlife. I'll be having guests, throwing some tarot cards, sharing wisdom and adventures. Check out my website: www.yourmagicalmidlife.com Follow m ...
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Design Your Joyful Retirement is for Gen X women who want to prepare for thriving in retirement. We’re talking about everything from financial freedom, health & wellness, perimenopause and menopause to travel, relationships, downsizing and more. Get ready for expert interviews, actionable tips, and inspiring stories that will help you create the retirement you desire. We're diving deep into the areas that matter most to Gen X women. Everything that we’ll be talking about is to highlight the ...
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I SHAKE MY HEAD

Lisa Gibson & Samantha Sperling

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Hosts Lisa Gibson and Samantha Sperling have been friends for more than twenty years. On their weekly podcast, they share their daily trials and tribulations navigating life as impatient, occasionally judgemental middle-aged white women. In their mid-fifties, they are proud to admit that they lost whatever social filters they once had years ago. Every week, they bring conversations to their digital studio that they probably shouldn't share on the internet. They'll explore how annoyed they ar ...
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If you have found yourself looking at the next part of your life and wondering, "What now?" or "Where am I going?" you'll want to listen up. You've made a life, you've given all of yourself to a job, a career, raising kids but your looking at the second half of you life and wondering if you want to stay where you are or level up... what's your next step? Don't settle for the conventional. Look outside the box to create the new you, the next level of yourself, reach for the next rung in the l ...
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The Jen Marples Show, a top 2% globally ranked podcast, is dedicated to empowering midlife women so they can power the world! Your host, Jen Marples, is a 50-something entrepreneur, founder of The Jen Marples Agency, mentor to women worldwide, and the ultimate champion and cheerleader for midlife women who wants you to know one thing: You’re Not Too F***ing Old! to step into the midlife spotlight and claim all that you desire. Via Jen’s soulful, transformative, inspirational solo episodes an ...
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The Kindling Project

The Kindling Project

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We know that women have untapped potential – and it's time to put some kindling on it. Too often, we dim our light for the sake of others. But it's never too late to ignite the fire within. Unlock your potential and embark on a journey of empowerment with The Kindling Project. Join hosts Melissa Halpin, artist and founder of Memora, an experience design agency, and Monica Inestroza-Curtis, a storyteller and blogger at ToGETherJOY, as they spark and fan the flames of creativity through conver ...
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As a small business owner, you know copywriting is one of the essential “skills to pay the bills.” But how often do you sit down at your laptop and struggle with knowing what and how to write? You’re not alone. It’s difficult to write your own copy (even for pro copywriters). Plus, when you’re juggling a family, clients, and a team... there just isn’t enough time in the day to do it all. It’s why sending an email to your list or updating your website never gets crossed off your to-do list. E ...
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F*ck The Rules

The Sweary Therapist

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"F*ck The Rules" podcast is about folx who set out to achieve something in their lives by ditching the archaic rules and expectations that were getting in their way. Please join your host The Sweary Therapist, Susan Roggendorf, LMHC LCPC NCC, as she chats up these folx to find out why and how they did it, and how you fucking can, too. Music by Coma-Media, website - https://pixabay.com/users/coma-media-24399569/
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Midlife Schmidlife is a podcast hosted by Liz Applegate, a transformative life coach, entrepreneur and multi-passionate empty-nester. Join Liz each week as she interviews people over the age of 40 who are redefining midlife and going after their dreams or discovering new passions. Midlife Schmidlife is meant to inspire you to turn your “maybe somedays” into today.
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Men and women in midlife are drawn to Mary Rogers’ honest take on the experiences of the empty nest, aging parents, spending an inheritance, dating and sex, travel, downsizing things, trashing bad habits and figuring out who you want to be now that you really are all almost grow up. The podcast is always smart, usually funny, and occasionally painfully real in speaking to the cusp of GenX and Baby Boomers.
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Aisha and Jess are a Black, married GenX/Elder millennial couple making sense of the world through their kaleidoscope of identities. It can be a lot! Sometimes you just need a code word. We Need A Code Word (WNACW) Podcast is a weekly blend of wit, wisdom, and the whimsical in our everyday; where humor meets depth and “Juicy Mango'' might mean more than just a fruit. ;)
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Who made these rules anyway? You may be wondering what you’re in for this year. This podcast is for you, my dear, if you have ever been accused of having just a bit of a wild nature. We are women raising adult children, caring for our aging parents, working to work less but with more meaning. The theme here is #health, #wellness, #relationshipover40, and #travel. Now that you’ve lived a bit of life, I can only imagine that like me, you shifted a few times. What we wanted and needed in our 20 ...
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In this "After School Special" Megan takes Lesley on a tour of infomercials from the 80s and beyond. What treasures will they find? What can you still get online? What happens when you call an old 1-800 number? Find out in this summer break brain bubble gum of nostalgia! PLEASE hang in there till minute 35!!! OMG! I just can't. 1-888-GEN-XPOD to sh…
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The Jen Marples Show episode 174 is here! Summer reruns are ending, so I'm happy to share one more conversation with someone near and dear to me, the fabulous Christine Morrison, former Calvin Klein executive turned freelance writer and soon-to-be published author. What came between Christine and her Calvins? (I love that you HAVE to be in midlife …
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A year ago, I voluntarily participated in a corporate lay off and ditched my 8-5 for good. I had been at that safe, secure, and (boring) job for almost a decade. It's been scary, challenging but......... ultimately rewarding. Somedays I'm in flow, building my business. Other days, I'm stuck in a panicked spin cycle. Choosing myself has been a big a…
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Send us a Text Message. This month, I’m celebrating my birthday month AND the first anniversary of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®️! I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by giving you little gifts that boost your well-being. Tune in to hear what I have for you in this episode! Here's the link for your fourth fun gift - a checklist to help you build…
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In this episode of ill communication, I’m sharing a rebroadcast of an episode I recorded with my friends Rob and Kira over on The Copywriter Club podcast. I have had several copywriters reach out to me after listening to this episode because in it I talk about some of the practical and tactical ways I started my freelancing business, how I find cli…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I chat with Brittany Winfield, a millennial social media manager and solopreneur hailing from the wilds of Vermont. Brittany gives us the lowdown on her journey from dabbling in social media as a teen to running the show at Winfield Creative Agency. What really makes Brittany stand out, besides her knack for…
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we dig into LGBTQ+ representation in media from the Gen Z perspective. I'm joined by guest Ariana "Ari" Mrdjenovich as we explore progress, challenges, and the future of inclusive storytelling. Ari, a 25-year-old Gen Z member, shares personal experiences and perspectives on the importance of diverse characters and…
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Is it possible to sync up bathroom breaks while traveling and why does deciding where to eat become a test of wills? Sam brings bestie bracelets back on her terms and Lisa is wearing hers out of spite! Would you get tripped up by the washroom with dueling doors? Should neck pillows be worn before boarding a plane? Will Lisa and Sam be competing in …
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Kit Messick is an archivist, horse enthusiast, and world traveling adventurer. She and I met in the early 90s while gogo-ing in some of NYC's biggest nightclubs. We have bonded over the years on our mutual love of goth/industrial and alternative music, alternative spirituality and the our love for The Coney Island Mermaid Parade. I invited Kit on b…
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The Jen Marples Show episode 173 is here! A true blessing of podcasting is meeting the most incredible women! I love these summer replays as so much wisdom has been gleaned the past few years of this show and my guests are truly so amazing! You’re going to love today’s conversation with Jennifer Arthurton, host of the Midlife Chicks Know Sh*t podca…
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"Financial infidelity is in the category of infidelity and the root of it is a hiding and a lying about the truth." Join our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines as they chat with Jess Bost, CFP at Lake Avenue Financial. She’s spent over 15 years coaching people to get from where they are to where they want to be. It’s a passion that finds i…
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Hiatus Open Admission! Women & Their Tattoos "Must Love Pants, Dogs, Horses, Beer & Cheese" Guest: Jenn Piatak Original air date: 11/09/2023 I drag my other daughter, Jenn, back to the show to discuss her body art! PLEASE NOTE: We discuss multiple topics and some may be distressing to listeners: discussion includes the subject of trauma. * * * More…
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Send us a Text Message. I’m celebrating for two reasons this month - #1 - it’s my birthday! #2 - I just passed the first anniversary of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®️! I've been publishing episodes for a year, so I’m taking a break. But have no fear, I’ll still be in your ear! I have short episodes for you all month long. Want some even better news? Each on…
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Do you love your bio? As business owners, a bio is something we all need, and it’s one of the first things we write for our business. In this replay episode of ill communication, I’m sharing one of my most popular episodes of all time. It's the number one most downloaded episode on my podcast, and I think it's because it answers a big pain point or…
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Send us a Text Message. This week’s episode offers a refreshingly candid and insightful look into the life of a young Zoomer (Gen Z), you get to meet and listen to my oldest daughter, Mackenzie, as she navigates the challenges and joys of living in the bustling city of Washington, D.C. Kristen Daukas, Mackenzie's mother and the host of the podcast,…
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Send us a Text Message. This guest episode has been a long time in the works, my friend! This time I invited Genise Dawson to join me. Genise is a woman in midlife and beyond who I met through my wellness events in Phoenix, and she inspires me whenever I get to connect with her. She embodies strength and confidence and is a no-holds-barred boundary…
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Send us a Text Message. Whew! It's the first anniversary of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®️ and my MIDLIFE MUSINGS episodes. It's time for me to take a break! But August is my birthday month, so I'll still be here on Wednesdays and every other Sunday with extra short episodes. Be sure to catch ALL of my August episodes, my friend. Each one has a gift inside.…
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You are excited to be at the Billy Idol/Platinum Blonde concert and realize it's really a GenX gathering. Then your judgement pants kick in and you critique their fashion choices! Is "Penis Gate 2024" a contender for the most unexpected viral moment at the Paris Olympics? Is Lisa capable of wearing a crossbody bag without complaining about it? Do y…
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The Jen Marples Show episode 172 is here! Summer reruns gave me an excuse to share another fabulous conversation with my friend and longtime colleague and sounding board, Lee Caraher. Lee’s someone I call when I can’t see the forest through the trees. We’ve been going on 23+ years now and I lean into Lee’s zest for life, brilliance, humor, and greg…
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Baffled by youth culture ? Not understanding "the kids" ? Still under the impression that it's 1998 ? Not knowing when this happened to YOU ? You are not alone ! This week, I'm musing on fully accepting and maybe even embracing that I am wholeheartedly middle aged. ..............It's okay. I'd rather know that I'll be doing chair yoga to Duran Dura…
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Navigating the labyrinth of midlife can be daunting. Hello, understatement of the year right there! Caring for our aging loved ones can be one of the most challenging things we’ll face. Both Karin and I have had to walk through the hurricane of emotions that comes with this stage in life. We know we aren’t alone in this because so many of you have …
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Send us a Text Message. This is my birthday month! It also happens to be the first anniversary of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®️. Two reasons to celebrate! I'm taking a break since I've been going for a year straight. I've published almost 75 episodes! I'll be here with super short (but really sweet!) episodes until October. I'm celebrating my birthday by s…
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In this episode of ill communication, I’m turning the tables… on myself. Instead of me doling out the advice and wisdom and coaching, I’m GETTING advice and wisdom and coaching from an incredibly smart speaking and messaging coach, Heather Sager in a rebroadcast of her podcast, Hint of Hustle. In this conversation, she helped me zero in on my zone …
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In this episode Megan and Lesley gossip about Stranger Things, Lesley's fave D&D candle company and the magic of Disney. Learn a litte bit more about the personal lives of your hosts and the experiences that shaped them. Say hello to our FIRST show sponsor! We LOVE the women at The Rose Craft! "The Rose Craft is a small, woman-owned business.We pri…
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Lisa and Sam dive into the viral trend of wearing sweats on a plane. Is it important to present well in public? Sam has joined the fantasy football league, do you think she could win it all? Is the pickle craze something you relish, or just another reason to shake your head? Do you wish for a coochie cooler for your lady bits? Is there a word that …
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The Jen Marples Show episode 171 is here! It wouldn't be a summer of killer podcast replays without including this poignant, insightful, emotional, uplifting, and empowering conversation with the most influential woman in my life - my mom, Linda McCabe. If you're fortunate enough to have a mother or a mother figure in your life, I highly recommend …
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Subscriber-only episode Hiatus Open Admission! Women & Their Tattoos "Remembering My People" Guest: Seneca, No. 1 Child Original air date: 10/24/2023 The sassy No. 1 Child is back, and chatting about her body art! PLEASE NOTE: We discuss multiple topics and some may be distressing to listeners: discussion includes the subject of trauma. * * * When …
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When I was 38 years old, already pressured by "time" I took it upon myself to take up burlesque despite the fact that I was well into my more traditional career. It was an adventure to be sure, but it also taught me a lot about agism - including my own. Which was a surprise to everyone, especially me. Follow me on Instagram @yourmagicalmidlife, dro…
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Send us a Text Message. How often are you intentional about immersing yourself in a season? Yeah, a lot gets in my way, too. Consider this episode your reminder to make the most of the rest of summer! Hit play to hear 8 different ideas for using summer’s unique vibes to feel your best in body and mind. Note-taking time starts at 02:11. ____________…
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In this episode of ill communication, I’m continuing our Greatest Hits series and this episode is one of my personal favorites. It’s all about the Rule of 3. This rule is a way to organize your copy and your thoughts into a pattern that is memorable to our human brain. You’re going to find out why the Rule of 3 is a powerful tool to have in your ma…
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“We believe that a simpler financial life, a less fraught financial life is one where you align your dollars with what's most important to you, with the life you want to lead, with your values.” - Stephanie Have you ever found yourself asking if the perfect moment to retire will ever come? Or whether you’ll even have enough to live on when that mom…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I am so excited to welcome my longtime bestie and political confidante, Jennifer Filipowski, for a discussion about the current state of American politics. Having shared experiences over the past three decades, we dig into the political landscape, sharing our perspectives and concerns about the future. We di…
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Send us a Text Message. I’ve been thinking about a type of thought that pops into my head and can keep me from pursuing goals or creating change in my life. I’m guessing you know exactly what I’m talking about. Listen to this 4-minute episode to hear how to see the opportunities behind the thoughts we typically experience as obstacles. ____________…
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Are you excited for the upcoming Olympics? Lisa is staying up late and Sam is only watching Snoop Dog content! Is Vaseline a cure-all for everything, including the more unconventional uses? Sleeping with tape over your mouth for aesthetic reasons-genius or just weird? Hollandaise vs bearnaise sauce-are they really that different? Who else besides L…
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Kicking things off, it’s The Skin Show. In this episode, we’re joined by Blair Rohan, the expert behind and owner of Beauty with Blair Boutique Aesthetic Medicine. Blair's not just an entrepreneur, mom, or military spouse; she’s also a Registered Nurse. Having trained with some of the industry's top professionals on top of all that actual medical l…
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The Jen Marples Show episode 170 is here! I'm loving my summer reruns of some earlier, fabulous conversations with powerhouse women. I get reinspired EVERY time I listen to my guests speak! One such guest is Elise Museles, a former attorney who bravely decided to follow her intuition and pivot into health and wellness. Elise's story is a testament …
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It's not a fun thing to think about-but we need to. What would happen if you suddenly got ill ? Did you have a Power of Attorney ? A Medical Proxy ? A Will ? A plan ? Or if you died today would you leave a mess behind for your loved ones to address ? I admit-I'm 53, I had cancer, I was in a very serious car crash last year and I STILL don't have a …
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Send us a Text Message. 💃🏻 Welcome to the mega 'season finale' episode featuring three personal and honest conversations about what menopause, aging, strength, and vitality mean to women facing this new era. Join us as we dive into discussions of the changing mindset and deeper understanding and acceptance of menopause, aging, beauty, and mortality…
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Send us a Text Message. More and more we feel distanced from nature. But the benefits we experience when we prioritize time in nature, and do it without a screen in our hands, are undeniable. In this episode, I give you 4 ways to reduce screen time and foster your connection with nature. Time marker is at 02:54. DON'T MISS MY LIMITED TIME OFFER: Ge…
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Today you’re going to meet one of the most favourite people I’ve met in this online business world - Emily Reagan. To go along with our summer playlist, I’m sharing a replay from her podcast where she had me on as a guest. In this rebroadcast episode, you'll hear about my journey to becoming a freelance copywriter, and why I think there's a lot of …
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Send us a Text Message. This week, Blanca Cobb, an internationally recognized body language expert and psychologist, and I discussed the role of communication and body language in relationships. Blanca explained why people often struggle to express their emotions and how misinterpreting body language can lead to conflicts. The key points were emoti…
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With the Summer concert season in full swing, Megan and Lesley talk about music, fave bands, summer 2024 tours and how to enjoy (and afford) live music as a mid-century human! Hear some fun 5 Minutes of Fame about smelling (yes, smelling) a famous musician, seeing a musical temper tantrum live on stage and our FIRST GenX Women are Sick of Your Shit…
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Have you pondered the cleanliness of soap dispensers? Can you survive the Stanley Cup slushy drinking game? What's the deal with TV evangelists and their not-so-subtle prayer phone lines? Are you feeling nostalgic for 90s belly button rings and contemplating a tramp stamp revival? What side are you on with glasses of wine vs bottles of wine? Have c…
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