Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast

Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast

Real stories from real women who are redefining midlife in a youth-obsessed culture.

Episodes

July 10, 2025 58 mins

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Amy Kemp, author of the book "I See You - The Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work. We have  a real, soul-stirring convo about what it really means to reinvent yourself in midlife. We talk about the burnout that can come from chasing success the old way—and why so many of us are craving something different now.

We get into the power of community, lear...

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What if menopause wasn’t something to hide or suffer through—but a powerful turning point for change?

In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Fiona Lake Waslander, founder and CEO of Coral, a digital health platform revolutionizing care for menopausal women. Fiona shares her personal story, the career curveballs menopause can throw, and why silence in the workplace is no longer an option.

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Ever thought to yourself or said  out loud  “ I wish I was creative.” I know I have.  I used to tell myself all the  time that I wasn’t the creative type.  

 

As it turns out we are all creative in our own way and  the definition of creativity goes beyond the tractional art forms. Tapping in to our flavour of creativity is actually key to our growth and transformation in this next chapter o...

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Imagine being sentenced to life in prison for a crime you didn’t commit.
That was Judy Henderson’s reality. In this gripping episode of The Old Chicks Know Sht Podcast*, Judy shares her extraordinary journey from a life shattered by domestic violence and injustice… to becoming a fierce advocate, certified trainer, and founder of Women Against Violence. Talk about midlife reinvention. We talk about: The shocking moment her life chan...
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If you’ve listened to the podcast before, you know I love sharing stories of women doing incredible things in their 40s, 50s, and beyond—because they’re proof of what’s possible for all of us. And this episode is exactly that. My guest today is Dr. Jean Marmoreo— A practicing medical doctor, author, marathon runner, adventurer, and advocate (oh, and did I mention she’s in her 80s?). Jean has been a trailblazer in women’s health, me...
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In this episode of the “Old Chicks Know Sh*t” podcast, I chat with Riana Malia about how we create our very best life by understanding and removing the subconscious blocks that stand in our way. Riana shares her personal story of overcoming adversity, the importance of listening to one’s intuition and the transformative power of forgiveness. We also dive deep into conversation of recognizing and breaking free from old patterns, und...

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March 27, 2025 22 mins
Women often feel a deep inner calling in midlife, and instead of calling it a "midlife crisis, I call it a midlife awakening." This can feel scary and unknown and - that is common! You are not alone, in fact; it is very common to feel uncomfortable in the unknown.   In this episode of the Old Chicks No Shit podcast, I discuss the common feelings of midlife women who sense a calling for more in their lives. We explore the discomfort...
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February 6, 2025 48 mins
I'm a bit of a word nerd. I believe that words have energy and how we use them matters.  In this episode I sit down with Shirley Weir, the founder of Menopause Chicks,  a community and menopause education platform, to talk about how the words and language we use can shape our menopause experience.  In this enlightening conversation, we explore the transformative journey of menopause and how the right terminology can shift our mind...
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Hot flashes in the boardroom?  Brain fog that makes you forget your login  passwords? Yeah, menopause in the workplace is a thing—and it’s costing women more than just a good night’s sleep. In this episode, I sit down with Angela Johnson, CEO of Sano Living, to talk about the importance of women advocating for their health—especially when it comes to menopause. We chat about: 🔥 The real impact of menopause at work (spoiler: it’s h...
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January 10, 2025 50 mins
By the time we reach midlife we've been around the block a few times, learned some things, had experiences and surmounted obstacles. We have life stories that are not only important to us but have the ability to impact others. Stories have a magical way of helping us see ourselves—and the possibilities for our own lives—through the experiences of others.  In this episode, I’m thrilled to dive into the art and power of storytelling ...
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If you’ve listened to this podcast you know that l believe whole heartedly that women are at their most powerful in midlife. In all ways. However there is a lot of unspoken tension in our culture around women owning their power and their sexuality—especially so as we age. It’s like we’re expected to quietly fade into the background, right when we’re stepping into our most powerful selves.  This week, I’m joined by the incredible El...
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This episode is a ridiculously inspiring midlife reinvention story that speaks to whats possible when you follow the nudges of your soul.  Meet Stacey Birch, career bartender turned social media expert and travel influencer, who at the age of 50 made the courageous decision to up end her life and follow her passion.  With no experience and nothing but hopes and dreams and fist full of fears and doubts she took a chance on a scholar...
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In this episode I chat with former creative director turned career coach, Jackie Brown, for a conversation about finding purpose and career momentum in the second half of life. We chat about how to reinvigorate or even reinvent, your career when its feeling stale and unfulfilling.  We dive into how the pandemic prompted so many of us to reflect on our careers and question what truly brings meaning and fulfillment. Jackie shares her...
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In this episode of Old Chicks Know Sht*,  I sit down with Amanda Weil, a soul stylist, speaker, and international retreat leader, to talk about her inspiring journey from corporate life to pursuing her true passion for style and fashion. Amanda shares how she followed her heart’s calling, leaving behind societal expectations to build a successful styling business. They dive into the transformative power of style, exploring how bein...
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In this episode, I dive into one of my favourite topics: the fascinating changes in the human nervous system, specifically for women over 40. I’m joined by Maryann Jacobson, a top nutrition and lifestyle expert specializing in midlife health and the author of [insert book title]. Together, we explore how aging impacts our nervous system, affecting both mental and physical well-being.   Maryann shares her personal journey and explai...
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If you’ve been listening to this podcast for any length of time you’ve undoubtedly heard me say that midlife is the chapter of Authenticity.  It’s  about letting go of who the world wants or expects us to be and becoming more of who we really are. 

In this episode I’m chatting with Anne-Marie Zanzal about her journey to finding herself in her 50’s including coming to terms with her sexuality, and getting...

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September 16, 2024 50 mins

On today’s podcast episode we’re talking about why midlife is actually the perfect time for radical personal change. 

Meet Sue Willoughby, a powerhouse coach who  guides women over 40 to break through their personal barriers using the transformative power of Equus Coaching. Yes you read the right Horses, who help her clients discover the profound impact of non-verbal communication and self-awareness thro...

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On this weeks episode of the podcast I’m fan-girling a bit because I get to interview a woman that I have been following for more than 20 years. I was a religious reader of her magazine column in the 90’s and have purchased all of her books. Today she shares with me her inspiring multiple reinvention stories from an overweight unhappy housewife  in an abusive marriage to fitness icon to tragedy, bankruptcy and finally...

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The journey of reinventing yourself to find yourself and live your best midlife  is often not an easy one. It requires us to step out of our comfort zone to confront ourselves time and time again. Today I’m chatting with Theresa Lear Levine, an EFT Master Practitioner and Hypnotherapist and author of a book called Becoming More Me who helps her clients align with their most authentic life through an integrative approa...

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July 19, 2024 60 mins

This episode of the podcast is all about empowering women take control of their finances to create the life they want.  My guest, Libby Wildman, is a financial planner with 35 years of experience in helping her clients reach their financial goals while wading through all the details and the emotions to arrive at a place where your money is a tool that helps you achieve your life goals. She is skilled at helping you ha...

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