The Jen Marples Show for Midlife Women

This Best Of compilation brings together the most essential menopause insights from four leading doctors who are changing the conversation around women's midlife health: Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, Dr. Stephanie Culver, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, and Dr. Vonda Wright. 

From understanding the difference between perimenopause and menopause to mastering nutrition and workout strategies that actually work for midlife bodies, these expert...

I'm moderating two panels at the Unicorn Women's Vitality Micro Conference on June 17th in San Francisco - the ONLY day within Human+Tech Week focused solely on women and women's solutions. We're talking femtech innovations like wearables that predict hot flashes, hormone tracking through menopause, aging and longevity, and how basic systems need transformation in women's health because it impacts our econo...

Feeling stuck and unsure of your next move? You're not alone.

In this powerful compilation episode, I'm sharing the most transformative moments from five incredible past guests who cracked the code on finding their true calling. These aren't just feel-good stories—these are real women who went from confusion to crystal clarity and are here to show you exactly how they did it.

You'll Discover:

✨ The one penetra...

What if everything you've been told about aging is wrong? I'm sitting down with authors Dina Aronson and Dina Alvarez for a conversation that will completely shift how you think about midlife. These two powerhouse women met in their 50s through social media, instantly connected, and decided to create something extraordinary together - an anthology called "Midlife Private Parts" that captures the raw, unfiltered ...

Ever experienced emotional turbulence you couldn't explain or control? In this raw and revealing episode, I sit down with renowned mental health expert Dr. Juliana Hauser to uncover the profound neurological shifts occurring in our brains during perimenopause and menopause. If you've ever thought "I don't feel like myself anymore" or wondered why your emotional resilience has vanished, this conversation wil...

Today's episode is raw, real, and absolutely necessary. We're diving deep into a topic that many of us are silently struggling with - the heart-wrenching journey of motherhood when your child is facing mental health challenges or struggling in any way. My dear friend Lizzie Bermudez, Emmy award-winning former TV journalist and midlife & menopause content creator, is joining me to pull back the curtain on what it reall...

Today, I'm fired up and ready to talk about why right now is the absolute best time to start a business, grow your existing business, or expand into exciting new avenues that stretch and excite you. If you've been sitting on a dream, feeling like you're too old or it's too late, I'm here to tell you - you are NOT too old, and this is your moment to shine! 

I’m going to break down why midlife is the PERFECT t...

Feeling disconnected from your personal style in midlife? In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Lisa Raja, midlife style expert and certified menopause coach, who reveals how fashion can be a powerful tool for reclaiming your confidence during times of physical change. Lisa shares her own journey through menopause (including the 25 pounds she gained and her struggle with self-image) and how this transformation led her to ...

If you've ever felt silenced, stuck, or scared to share your deepest truths, this episode is your lifeline. I'm diving deep with storytelling expert Katherine Kennedy about the transformative power of speaking your authentic story - and why your voice matters more than you could ever imagine. 

After last week's vulnerable episode about my own childhood trauma, I knew I needed to bring Katherine onto the show to explor...

In this vulnerable episode, I peel back the curtain on my recent struggle with resurfacing childhood trauma. Despite years of therapy, I share how a recent interview unexpectedly reopened old wounds with my father, plunging me into a space of heaviness and contemplation. I reveal the raw moment when I broke down at lunch with friends, finally acknowledging the weight I'd been carrying and allowing myself to receive support ins...

In this powerful episode, I talk with multi-passionate midlife badass Tess Masters - 3x published author, health coach, podcast host, actress, and presenter. We dive deep into the concept of "It Has to Be Me" moments - those pivotal times when, despite fear and reservation, you decide to take action toward what your heart desires. Tess shares her journey creating the "It Has to Be Me" podcast, inspired by the tr...

Discover the inspiring journey of Denise Pines, a trailblazing women's health advocate who transformed her career from entertainment to midlife wellness. In this powerful conversation, Denise Pines shares her personal pivot from experiencing her first hot flash to becoming a leading voice for women's health, co-producing the groundbreaking documentary The M Factor and founding WisePause Wellness, an innovative platform de...

Today I'm sharing the ONE thing that can completely transform your life: the power of deciding. This episode is essential if you’re feeling stuck or wondering if it's too late to pursue what you really want. I'm giving you the exact framework that will help you break through your limitations and create massive shifts in record time.

You'll discover how to move from that wishy-washy, indecisive state where you&apo...

Are You Secretly a High-Functioning Codependent?

“The irony is that the more capable you are, the less codependency looks like codependency but it’s still codependency.” - Terri Cole

Buckle up for a conversation that's going to rock your world and potentially change everything you thought you knew about yourself. When I first heard Terri Cole talk about high-functioning codependency, I literally stopped brushing my teeth and sto...

Midlife isn't about slowing down—it's about powering up, and no one embodies that spirit more than Tamsen Fadal, the menopause advocate and author who's rewriting the narrative for women everywhere. Tamsen, who's become our collective “midlife big sister,” and I discuss our shared mission of rewriting the midlife narrative and dive deep into her groundbreaking book, "How to Menopause: Take Charge of Your He...

Join me as I celebrate a massive milestone - 200 episodes of The Jen Marples Show! This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, proving that midlife is not about slowing down but about powering up. In this special episode, I'm joined by my midlife BFF and OG menopause maverick, Julie Gordon White, founder of MenoWell, to dive deep into what it means to be unapologetically you in midlife. I also share my twerking in Ve...

In this powerful solo episode, I dive into what it truly means to step into the spotlight and become the leading lady in your own life! I explore how we often dim our light through the years—whether from societal pressure, relationships, or our own self-doubt. I share personal stories about my journey back to my authentic self and challenge you to reflect on what you need to shed to become the main character in your own life.

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In this episode, I sat down with my friend and luxury real estate expert Maile Mock to dive deep into the emotional journey of empty nesting - but with a powerful reframe. Instead of viewing it as an "empty nest," we explored the concept of becoming "free birds" and embracing this next chapter of life with excitement and possibility. Maile and I got real about why having our kids leave feels like losing a limb (...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with two remarkable friends and soulful leaders: Genoveva La Placa and Shirin Aryanpour, for a conversation that will help you transform your pain into purpose. These women have faced immense challenges, from loss and illness to cultural oppression, and they've emerged stronger than ever, committed to uplifting and empowering other women.

Our conversation weaves through topics of emotio...