Fearless Fabulous You

Fearless Fabulous You

Every woman deserves to live life on her terms. On Fearless Fabulous You! meet inspiring women social impact entrepreneurs and learn expert tips to live fearlessly and fabulously after 50, from what to drink, eat and explore. Melanie Young is a Certified Health Coach, a Certified Specialist of Wine and Author of “Getting Things Off My Chest: A Survivor’s Guide To Staying Fearless & Fabulous in the Face of Breast Cancer” and “Fearless Fabulous You! Lessons on Living Life on Your Terms.” Follow: Instagram@melaniefabulous www.melanieyoung.com Fearless Fabulous You is broadcast live Wednesdays at 12 Noon ET. Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show is broadcast on W4WN Radio - Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Fearless Fabulous You Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

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Are You Itching to Learn How to Manage Your Allergies? Listen Up!

October 1, 2025 • 50 mins
As many at 60 million people in the U.S. have some type of allergy which can impact the quality of your health and well- being. Allergies can be environmental (e.g. seasonal pollen, dust mites, mold, pets). Others can be life-threatening (e.g. food, medications, latex, insect venom). Dr. Payal Gupta, a specialist in allergy, asthma, ENT and immunology at Mt. Sinai Medica Center in NY and a
medical advisor for the nonprofit Allergy &...
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Chew Your Words Carefully Before Spitting Them Out

September 24, 2025 • 42 mins
Freedom of speech and expression are both a constitutional right. However, in these sensitive times, what you say and how you say it can invoke inspiration and agreement or incite an argument and backlash. Fearless Fabulous You’s Melanie Young says, “It is important to think before you speak or post something on social media and consider the response and consequence. How will your words be interpreted?” Melanie discusses social med...
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Why Staying Relevant Matters…And When It Does Not

September 17, 2025 • 40 mins
In this evolving world, remaining relevant means being adaptable and open to change, current on trends and topics, and polishing your tech skills. But who defines what is relevant and why does it matter to you? What if you are content to accept yourself as you are? Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young shares her own struggles with staying relevant after moving from New York and her busy PR career. She underscores the importance...
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Sensible Skin Care at Every Age- Dr. Leah Jacob, Dermatologist

September 10, 2025 • 49 mins
Do you know what lifestyle habits can mess with your skin? How about smoking, vaping, excessive alcohol and using the wrong products? It's important to protect your skin through healthy habits and products tailored for your skin type, says Dr. Leah Jacob, Family Dermatology Specialists. Learn about common skin conditions that may occur during pregnancy and as you age and how to reduce your risk of skin cancers. Dr. Jacob underscore...
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What Are Bioidentical Hormones? Dr. Prudence Hall, Regenerative Medicine Specialist

September 3, 2025 • 49 mins
Feeling fatigued, stressed, bloated or have low libido? Regenerative Medicine Specialist Dr. Prudence Hall explains how hormone imbalances can throw your system off kilter, cause inflammation and lead to major illnesses. Founder of The Hall Center in Santa Monica, Dr. Hall explains the hormone composition of a woman's body and the differences between bioidentical hormones, which she advocates for a woman's health, as opposed to syn...
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Be Prepared! Expert Advice to Protect Your Valuables

August 27, 2025 • 43 mins
Natural disasters like hurricanes, floods and wildfires underscore the importance of protecting your valuables. Many may not realize the value of what they have or be properly insured. Learn what documentation you need for insurance, how to store your valuables and how to work with a certified jewelry appraiser. Melanie Young discusses with Ed O’Brien, an appraiser for 30+ years who is certified by the Gemological Institute of Amer...
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Protect Yourself Against Scams, Fraud Phishing & Pharming

August 20, 2025 • 45 mins
Fraud and scams are on the increase resulting in a loss of more than $5.8 billion impacting more than 2.8 million consumers according to the Federal Trade Commission. Older adults are among the biggest victims. Learn how to identify and protect yourself starting with keeping your private information secure and not sharing so much information online. Fearless Fabulous You's Melanie Young provides examples of common scams, phishing, ...
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Sweet Success! Bobbie Lloyd, CEO/Chief Baking Officer, Magnolia Bakery

August 13, 2025 • 50 mins
Bobbie Lloyd is CEO, Chief Baking Officer for Magnolia Bakery, the booming baking business that has taken on the world. Under Lloyd’s stewardship, Magnolia Bakery expanded from a small retail shop in New York’s Greenwich Village opened in 1996 to a global brand. When Bobbie is not overseeing the operations, she’s testing and developing more recipes. She is author “The Magnolia Bakery Handbook: A Complete Guide for the Home Baker” a...
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What To Drink When You Are Not Drinking

July 30, 2025 • 45 mins
Nearly 30% of drinking age adults are choosing to either abstain from consuming alcohol or drink less. Whether to drink alcohol or not is a personal choice and should be respected. Now, more and better options for alcohol-free and often sugar-free beverages exist. Fearless Fabulous You’s Melanie Young highlights her no- and -low alcohol finds from Tales of the Cocktail 2025 as well as low-alcohol options for aperitivos and wines. C...
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Raising a Glass with Abigail Gullo, New Orleans Cocktail Queen

July 16, 2025 • 52 mins
Abigail Gullo is New Orleans' cocktail queen. She is a mixology muse and award-winning bartender who has appeared on The Tonight Show and Steven Colbert Show and who travels the nation presenting cocktail pop-ups. In New Orleans, she's Creative Director for LOA Bar at the International Hotel where every cocktail tells a story tied to the unique culture of the Big Easy. Gullo shares tips on mixing up your drinks repertoire to create...
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Plant-Based Tropical Flavors with Ellen Kanner, Author "Miami Vegan"

July 9, 2025 • 49 mins
Miami is a sun-drenched melting pot of tropical flavors and diverse cultures as a gateway to Latin America, South America and the Caribbean. Who doesn’t love a Cuban sandwich, arroz con pollo or seafood ceviche? But did you know that Miami is also among the top 10 plant-based cities in the U.S.A.? Ellen Kanner, a fifth generation Miami native and 25-year vegan (Substack: Broccoli Rising), shares tips for creating tropically inspire...
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When Serving Wine- Check Your Temperature! - Tips

July 2, 2025 • 37 mins
Serving wine at the proper temperature can enhance your tasting experience. But many white wines are served too cold and red wines served too warm. Learn helpful guidelines and tips on serving wine at the right temperature by style, storing wines to protect them, selecting glassware, and other tips for gifting wines. Fearless Fabulous You's Melanie Young, a certified specialist of wine (CSW), also discusses how to use leftover wine...
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Fabulous Wine Travel: Umbria's Montefalco & Orvieto

June 25, 2025 • 15 mins
Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy." Picture olive groves and vineyards, mountain backdrops and hilltop medieval towns filled with art and history. Taste Umbrian porchetta and salumi, local pasta dishes like Strangozzi with shaved black truffles and Umbrian olive oil. Fearless Fabulous Melanie Young spotlights the picturesque towns of Montefalco and Orvieto and the iconic wines from each area including Sagrantino di Monte...
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Drinking the “Tears of Christ” at Mount Vesuvius- Campania Travel

June 18, 2025 • 19 mins
Mount Vesuvius, a volcano near Naples in Campania, has been dormant since 1944. Here one can hike the volcano and visit the ruins of Pompeii, a city destroyed by an eruption on August 24 79 AD. Thanks to its nutrient-rich volcanic soils, Vesuvius DOC is home to many wineries and unique wines. One example is Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio (“Tears of Christ”). Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young explains the story of Lacryma Christ...
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Tips & Guides for Travel & History Lovers: Jackie Lapin, The Historic Traveler

June 11, 2025 • 50 mins
Avid globetrotter and history buff, Jackie Lapin, is the author of The Historic Traveler Blog and Directory. Lapin's stunning photos and lively descriptions of historic locations around the world include recommendations for historic novels, mysteries and biographies for each destination. Lapin's diverse career includes being one of the nation’s first woman sportswriters, a four-time author and marketing business owner. She shares s...
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Kathleen Biggins Brings Climate Change Conversations to Communities

June 4, 2025 • 47 mins
After Hurricane Sandy devastated her community, Kathleen Biggins, a garden club enthusiast, pivoted from a career in advertising, and created a nonprofit, C-Change Conversations, to help bridge divides about climate change and stimulate productive, non-partisan conversations on the topic. Biggins' acclaimed Primer series has inspired over 20,000 people in communities across 33 states to understand how climate change is a shared cha...
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A Seasoned Traveler's Tips to Stay Healthy and Safe on the Road

May 28, 2025 • 34 mins
Traveling can open your eyes to a diversity of countries, landscapes, cultures, people, food and drink. But sometimes the adventure comes with a detour that you didn't expect that can disrupt your trip, like getting injured or sick or misplacing travel documents. Learn tips from longtime time road warrior, Melanie Young, to stay healthy and safe, whether you are traveling domestically or internationally. Stay Fearless, Fabulous and...
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Melissa Muller Embraces Her Sicilian Roots at Feudo Montoni

May 21, 2025 • 50 mins
When do you know it's time to take the leap to follow your passion? For Culinary Anthropologist Melissa Muller, traveling to Sicily to research her family roots and Sicilian foods for her NYC restaurants and book, "Sicily: Recipes Rooted in Tradition," inspired her to leave the U.S. and move to Sicily. And love. Melissa and husband, Fabio Sireci oversee the Sireci family's historic Feudo Montoni, an organic winery-farm in Central S...
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Nayana Ferguson: Pancreatic & Breast Cancer Survivor, Tequila Founder

May 7, 2025 • 45 mins
    
Nayana Ferguson shares her experience facing both pancreatic cancer and breast cancer and rewriting her Next Chapter. After earning a successful corporate career and recovering from her health challenges, Nayana and her husband, Don, followed a dream. They launched Anteel Tequila in 2018 and have been racking up awards ever since. Nayana joins a small but growing of fearless black women launching successful spirits brands.

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Italy's Fabulously Refreshing White Wines: What To Try by Region

April 30, 2025 • 48 mins
Looking for crisp, dry white wines for warmer weather and year-round pleasure? Italy, a world leader in wine, produces a range of white wines, each with unique characteristics and personalities based on grape variety and region. Certified Specialist of Wine & FFY Host Melanie Young, visits Italy often to immerse in different wine regions. She highlights white wines to try by region, North to South, including the Veneto, Lombard...
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