The 40 Plus Files

That's a wrap on Season 4 of The 40 Plus Files Podcast! Remember to visit our Instagram to see video snippets of all the interviews from this season. Also, don’t keep these amazing episodes to yourself – go ahead and share them with your friends! Stay tuned for some updates coming to you later this year! 

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Jacqueline sits down with activist, author, and professor, Dr. Tamecca Rogers. Dr. Rogers discusses being raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma almost her entire life but never learned about the Tulsa Race Massacre until she was an adult. After learning about it, she authored several children’s books about the topic with her youngest son. In addition to spreading awareness about the burning of Black Wall Street – the Greenwood district in Tuls...

Jacqueline sits down once again with therapist, Lisa Butler, to discuss several topics regarding mental health. Lisa specifically highlights suicide in Black men – a growing epidemic. As we navigate the rest of this year, Lisa also shares some of her best advice on cultivating a healthy sense of self and well-being. 

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Li...

Jacqueline sits down with global changemaker, mover and shaker – Dr. Pearl Jarrett. Dr. Jarrett gets personal about passing up her dream in her youth of becoming an actress. After a cancer diagnosis at age 45, she began re-evaluating her life. When she beat cancer, she vowed to make the most of her time on this planet. From starting the Jarrett Foundation, her organization that has made a difference in the lives of people around th...

Jacqueline sits down once again with Dr. Darnise Martin, the author of the book, 40 Something: 10 Radical Lessons for Women on How To Live and Love Without Losing Themselves. In Season 2, Episode 3 of the show, Dr. Darnise talked about her book, gave some sound advice for women in midlife, and shared a little about her future endeavors. This season, she discusses her Diamond-Level Coaching program that helps women in midlife find t...

Jacqueline sits down with television producers and filmmakers, Terrah Bennett Smith and Tess Cacciatore. The two discuss their latest project, The Wright Turn, an 8-episode original scripted series featuring the story of an empty-nester heading into her next chapters in life, in which Terrah also stars. They both also talk about how Hollywood views aging women, the power of knowing your worth, and how they continuously work toward ...

Jacqueline sits down with life coach, motivational speaker, and yoga instructor, Elena Sonnino. Elena discusses her diagnosis of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at age 23 and why she knew that she would be victorious over it. One of her greatest passions is helping people find their own answers. She believes that yoga is a journey to a “state of being” versus “doing.” She breaks down the benefits of yoga and why it’s important to gain an unders...

Jacqueline sits down with Instagram model and influencer, Adelina Winfield. Adelina shares her journey from her 30+ year career as a fashion designer in New York City, to embracing her gray hair and becoming a part of the Silver Hair Models Community. She also talks about online dating over 55 and how she met her current husband (she was 64 when they wed) as a result. To her, having the right mindset is the key to success when it c...

Jacqueline sits down with international best-selling author and anti-racism consultant, Jacquie Abram. Jacquie discusses her award-winning book, Hush Money: How One Woman Proved Systemic Racism in her Workplace and Kept her Job. After experiencing racial discrimination over a period of 20 years, Jacquie reached a breaking point when her daughters began dealing with the same thing in their careers. She decided to take matters into h...

Jacqueline sits down with Human Resource and Talent Acquisition professional, JK Bridges. JK discusses her 30+ year career journey that led her to her most rewarding role to date. She gives great advice on how to navigate the corporate world and win. JK has been employed with titles as Corporate Tech Recruiter, Senior Recruiter, Recruiting Manager, Consultant, Area Trainer, District Trainer, and Corporate Trainer in various industr...

Jacqueline sits down with former teen Latin music pop star turned reality TV star, Karen Larrea. Karen shares her personal journey of trials and triumphs as she navigated life after a divorce at the age of 40. As one of the original members and the only Hispanic cast member for the HBO Max “unscripted” reality hit series My Mom, Your Dad, Karen gained a following. She now gives dating advice to people over 40 and is representing La...

That's a wrap on Season 3 of The 40 Plus Files Podcast! Remember to visit our Instagram to see video snippets of all the interviews from this season. Don't forget to share the episodes with your friends! Stay tuned for another winning season of your favorite podcast for 40+ plus women coming to you later this year!

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Jacqueline sits down with global leader, author, speaker, coach, podcaster, and educator, Dr. Nadia Lopez. Dr. Lopez talks about her journey to becoming a teacher in New York’s public school system, to serving as an assistant principal, and ultimately becoming founding principal of Mott Hall Bridges Academy in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn in New York City – the school she opened to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline. Duri...

Jacqueline sits down with certified nutrition coach and fitness enthusiast, Dee Davis. Dee shares her personal journey, which includes a diagnosis of sarcoidosis when she was in her early 30s. After changing her diet and intensifying her workout routine, the disease “burned out.” Years later when she gained 30 pounds due to menopause, Dee educated herself about nutrition to turn her health around once again. She now helps other wom...

Jacqueline sits down with the resident therapist of The 40 Plus Files podcast, Lisa Butler. The two of them discuss the relationship dynamics between Black men and women. They also discuss Bishop T.D. Jakes’ sermon, "Real Men Pour In." In his message, Bishop Jakes had some things to say about women who are walking in a masculine spirit. He also points out the challenges of men who are trying to pour from an empty cup. Lis...

Jacqueline sits down with Dr. Barbara Wilson, First Lady and First Assistant Pastor of Full Gospel Christian Assemblies International (FGCAI). Dr. Barbara shares an intimate portrait of the life of a first lady in the today’s church. She talks about the struggles of founding a ministry and growing it from a membership of 15 to 1500, alongside her husband, Apostle Ron Wilson. She openly discusses the rewards and challenges of leadin...

Jacqueline sits down with another one of her grad school classmates – professor, author, and poet, Dr. Nicole Lavalais. Dr. Lavalais discusses her debut novel, Summer of the Cicadas and why it was important for her to write about a character who struggles with mental illness. She also opens up about going through a divorce after 24 years of marriage, discovering new-found joy in mid-life, and enjoying the process of making herself ...

Jacqueline is joined by her high school classmate and soulful songstress, Ugochi Nwaogwugwu. Ugochi talks about her journey to finding her calling and staying true to it. Her parents wanted her to pursue a career in law and eventually become a judge, but God had other plans. She discusses the vivid dreams she had about visiting Cuba before meeting her husband there. She is dedicated to her passion of spreading love and uplifting he...

Jacqueline sits down with television personality, chef, motivational speaker, philanthropist, best-selling author, and host, Gina Neely. Gina talks about her journey to becoming a whole, happy and healthy person. She opens up about her decision to choose herself during the success of the Food Network show, Down Home with the Neelys. Gina advocates for women reclaiming their lives and walking in their purpose. She shares details abo...