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Ever feel like your joy has quietly… dimmed

▶️ In this conversation, we dive into a topic so many women whisper about but rarely name—that unsettling sense of emotional numbness or the fading of joy that can sneak up in midlife and menopause. 

⭐️ We unpack what it actually is, what might be happening beneath the surface, and we explore the scientific reasons joy can feel muted in midlife—why anhedonia shows up, what may be disrupting the brain’s reward system, why it’s not your fault, and the small, meaningful steps that can help you feel like yourself again.

💥 We share our own stories (yes, the messy middle parts too), the moments we realized something felt “off,” and the tiny practices that can make all the difference. We talk about the power of presence, the magic of honest conversations, and the surprising things that can reignite your spark.

✨Most of all, we explore how to reclaim joy—even in the mundane moments—and why tending to your inner world might just be one of the most radical acts of midlife.

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💫 If your inner critic has been running the show, today—we’re handing you the mic.

Petra Kolber—author, DJ, coach, and walking permission slip—is proof that it’s never too late to remix your life. At 55 she learned to DJ. At 58 she solo-traveled Europe. At 62? She’s still saying yes to what’s next.

We dive into the fears that keep midlife women playing small—imposter syndrome, perfectionism, procrastination—and how to flip them into your greatest motivators. Expect deep truths, contagious laughter, and the kind of wisdom that makes you want to take action today.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• How to turn imposter syndrome into action
• Why perfectionism = procrastination
• Petra’s 3 C’s of brave living
• The STOP trick to quiet your mind in the moment
• The how and why moving your body changes your mindset
• How surviving cancer twice reshaped her definition of success
• The permission slip every woman needs: it’s never too late

A couple mic drop moments 🎤

👑 “Pick yourself—no one’s coming to anoint you.”

💖 “Love yourself fiercely, and be proud now.”

🧍🏽‍♀️ “Who will I become by trying.”

If you’ve ever thought, “I should have started by now,” or “Who do I think I am?”—this episode is your reminder that you’re exactly the woman for the job.

💡 Learn more at petrakolber.com and follow Petra on Instagram @petrakolber  

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Do women become more at risk for UTIs as we age?

In this episode, we turn midlife UTIs upside down and inside out. The myths. The jaw-dropping stats. The hidden solutions we wish we’d known years ago. All from our stubborn, painful, 52-year-old battles—and the science that left us stunned, relieved, and finally in control.

💫 We’re answering:

• Why does menopause turn your bladder into a bacteria magnet?
• Does cranberry actually help after 50?
• Can the meat on your plate spark a UTI?
• What’s the kitchen staple that cuts recurrence 50–60%?
• Is there a 150-year-old solution that kills bladder bugs without hurting your gut?
• And MORE!!!

⭐️ No medical jargon—just two midlife women who’ve been there, figured it out, and are passing on the goods. If you’re done “toughing it out,” this episode is your UTI-prevention playbook.

Did you know?

• UTIs hit women 3.6× more than men
• 60% of women will experience one—and after 50, it’s practically a subscription
• Rotisserie chicken may be linked to 640,000 UTIs a year in the U.S. 😳

Flush the myths. Take back your bladder.

🎧 Listen now… and maybe pee first.

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***Hormones, Stress & What’s Really Behind That Missing Spark

Tired all the time? Feeling stressed? Zero sex drive? Wondering if it’s just hormones—or if you’ve lost that spark for good? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to just “deal with it.”

We are going there with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf — our go-to sexpert and triple board-certified women’s health expert — to get real about what’s going on when sex drive dips in midlife. She’s breaking down the science, the stress, and the everyday factors that can leave even the most vibrant women feeling off their game.

Let’s be honest—midlife can feel like a perfect storm for your libido. Between the hormone shifts, sleepless nights, and nonstop demands, it’s easy to wonder if this is just your new normal.

In this refreshingly honest conversation, Dr. Greenleaf helps us understand what’s really happening behind the scenes of midlife libido—and what we can actually do to feel good, look good, and yes, want to feel good again.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Why hormones are just one piece of the libido puzzle
• The surprising ways stress steals your sex drive
• Simple lifestyle shifts that support your hormones and your mood
• The gut-health connection to better sexual wellness
• Why communication (and a little novelty) reignite intimacy
• How self-pleasure is not just okay—it’s actually good for your health

It’s not about “fixing” hormones—it’s about supporting your whole self so you can thrive in midlife and beyond.

💬 Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf:

pauseinstitute.com - for her expert resources at her practice 

pelvicfloorstore.com - pelvic health and wellness store

@drbetsygreenleaf - connect on IG and social media for more insights on women’s health, hormones, and pelvic wellness.

Listen to her previous episode: Ep. 44 Maximizing Sexual Health & Intimacy: Dr. Betsy Greenleaf on Libido, Menopause, and Holistic Wellness

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Oh, the pendulum… 

Remember when wellness just meant going for a walk, eating a few vegetables, and calling it a day? Now it’s cold plunges, recovery scores, protein targets, and gadgets tracking every step, sip, and heartbeat. Somewhere along the way, being “healthy” got really complicated.

👉🏼 In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how fitness and wellness have evolved — and sometimes spun out of control — from simple daily habits to an endless stream of trends and “must-do’s.” The pendulum keeps swinging from push harder to slow down, and we’re asking: where’s the balance that actually feels good (and works) for midlife women?

💪🏼 We dig into fitness fads, gadgets, and supplements, what’s helping us stay strong (and sane), and what’s just adding to the noise. We also get real about hormones, recovery, and what “enough” really looks like in this season of life.

Because at the end of the day, consistency beats intensity, and your body is smarter than any app, score, or wellness trend.

🎧 And if you missed Part 1 —The Wellness Pendulum: Are Food & Diet Trends Helping or Hurting Us?  — go back and listen! Together, both episodes will help you ditch the all-or-nothing mindset and find a version of “healthy” that actually fits your life.

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We’ve tried it all — kale smoothies, fasting windows, cauliflower everything — and somehow, we’re still confused (and maybe a little hungry).

In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the wellness pendulum — how food and diet trends keep swinging from one extreme to another, and why it’s so easy to get caught in the middle.

🍖 From vegetarian to carnivore, fasting to “always eat breakfast,” from the rise of clean eating to the guilt that creeps in when we can’t keep up — we’re getting real about what actually works for midlife women and what’s just another wellness bandwagon.

We share what we’ve learned after years of exploring diet trends — and finally finding the kind of balance that actually makes sense. Because not every wellness trend is here to save you… and that’s actually good news.

🥑 What We Talk About

• The endless swing of wellness trends — and how social media, influencers, and even “science” headlines can send us spinning.
• Why balance never trends, but it always works.
• What we’ve actually learned about protein, fats, and fasting (without the guilt or spreadsheets).
• The real science behind what helps women thrive in midlife — and what’s just noise.
• How to step off the wellness scoreboard and eat in a way that feels good, sustainable, and judgment-free.
• A peek at what’s next in Part 2 — The Wellness Pendulum: Trending Fitness, Gadgets & Finding Sanity in the Noise — where we’ll unpack how to stay healthy without being bossed around by your Apple Watch

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Can you believe it? 100 episodes of Girl! Can You Talk?! Podcast

🎉 To celebrate, we’ve invited several of our top female guests back to share their best advice, tips, and encouragement for midlife women—straight from their expertise or from what’s made the biggest difference in their own lives. From health and hormones to fitness, happiness, and relationships, you’ll hear quick, powerful reminders that you are not alone and that this stage of life can be so much better.

Along the way, we’re also looking back at our own journey—the laughs, the tears, the hot flashes, the “WTF” moments, and the mic-drop wisdom that’s carried us (and you) through 100 episodes.

From day one, our mission has been simple: help women live better, feel better, and know they’re not alone. And with the community we’ve built together, we’re just getting started.

So grab a glass—coffee, wine, or electrolytes—and celebrate with us. Because the best is yet to come. 🥂

✨ Want more from the incredible women who joined us for this celebration? Catch their full episodes below:

Ep. 61 Facing Grief and Trauma: A Midlife Journey with Zaneta M. Gileno

Ep. 44 Maximizing Sexual Health & Intimacy: Dr. Betsy Greenleaf on Libido, Menopause, and Holistic Wellness

Ep. 82 What to Say (and What Not to) When Breast Cancer Hits - An Enlightening and Inspiring Conversation with Erika Koorndyk

Ep. 90 Too Old, Too Tired, Too Busy? Think Again. Jess Gunn Flips the Script on Midlife Fitness

Ep. 64 The Quest for Happiness: Author Paula Price on Navigating Midlife, Holidays, and Life's Transitions

Ep. 86 What's in Your Beauty Bag? Clean and Simple Swaps with Paige & Tracey of Élan Pure

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🎙️In this episode, we ask a big question: Does where you live really shape your health… and even your waistline?

💥 We dig into the data (reference: CDC website) that shows just how much obesity rates vary across regions in the U.S. and start asking why. Is it the foods people grow up eating? The way cities are designed—walkable versus car-dependent? Access to parks, gyms, and fresh food? Or is it more about income, education, and the habits passed down from our families?

🏃🏼‍♀️Throughout the conversation, we will answer it all! We explore the cultural differences in diet and physical activity, the sharp rise in obesity rates across many states, and the role community plays in creating or limiting healthier choices. Most importantly, we reflect on what all this means for you—and the small, conscious steps anyone can take to thrive, no matter their zip code.

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We’ve talked about how essential making friends in midlife is—but now we’re going to tackle the how. Because let’s be honest, knowing friendship matters and actually striking up a conversation with someone new? Two totally different things. We want to make it easier (and maybe even spark some ideas you haven’t thought of before).

In this episode, we introduce the Friend Start Formula—a simple three-step approach to kick off conversations and build real connections. From breaking the ice without overthinking to recognizing when a new friendship feels right (and when it doesn’t), we’ve got you covered.

💫 Key Takeaways:

• Taking the pressure off by being interested instead of “interesting”
• Compliments that feel natural and actually build trust
• Reading the room so conversations flow—or end gracefully
• Simple conversation starters that calm nerves on the spot
• Turning small talk into shared activities and real connection
• Spotting red flags before you over-invest in the wrong friendship
• Why friendship really is the ultimate midlife superpower for health + happiness

⭐️ By the end, you’ll feel more confident, less awkward, and maybe even ready to finally say hi to that woman you always see in yoga class—or yes, at Target

Other episode’s we mentioned in this conversation:

Ep. 97 Chalene Johnson: Real talk On Friendship, Community & Why It Matters

Episode 83: How Connection and Friendship Transform Midlife Wellness: The Power of B.O.N.D.

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💥 We could not be more excited for this one, girl—because today we’re sitting down with the one and only Chalene Johnson to talk about the friendships and community every woman needs in midlife.

You may remember Chalene from those iconic fitness infomercials, but these days she’s inspiring millions of women to age happier, healthier, and stronger than ever.

In this conversation, Chalene gets real about the barriers that hold women back from making new friends, how vulnerability opens the door to true connection, and why showing up authentically (yes, flaws and all) is what actually draws people in. We also dig into the biggest reasons women hesitate to put themselves out there—the fears and insecurities that can keep us from building new friendships in midlife.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

✨ Why friendships in midlife aren’t just fun—they’re vital for your health and happiness

✨ The awkward (and totally normal) challenges of making friends as adults

✨ How laughter, honesty, and showing up as your unfiltered self create bonds that last

✨ The power of community to help you navigate life’s changes—from menopause to identity shifts

🥰 This episode is equal parts laughter, honesty, and “ah-ha!” moments. Chalene reminds us that aging can absolutely be embraced with joy—and that with the right people by our side, midlife becomes not just manageable, but magical.

🚨 We know we’ve mentioned it a few times (and yes, again in this episode!)—but that’s because it’s just that good. If you’re craving an in-person midlife experience like no other, check out Chalene’s Camp Be More and join us next year. We’d love to see you there! Go to: https://phaseitup.com/campbemore/

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