On this episode, we talk to Gabrielle Glaser, author of HER BEST KEPT SECRET- WHY WOMEN DRINK AND HOW THEY CAN REGAIN CONTROL.  Drinking during the pandemic is on the rise and it is especially true for women.  Stress, juggling family at home with work and other life stressors are causing more and more women to grab for the Chardonnay.  Gabrielle explores the cultural history of women and drinking and some new scientific approaches that may be helpful.  

She also shares the little known dangers of sexual predators found in Alcoholics Anonymous and believes it has become a breeding ground for sexual exploitation.

Gabrielle then discusses her most recent book, American Baby and the shocking truths of postwar adoptions.

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Did you love the Gilmore Girls as much as we did?  Were you Team Jess, Team Dean or Team Logan?   Shhhh, Team Jess all the way!  We find out about the fun and behind the scene secrets from Key Set Costumer Valerie Campbell.  Valerie started Season I of the Gilmore Girls and was Costume Supervisor by the Miniseries return.  She tells stories of the cast and crew, long hours spent laughing and the sweetest members to work alongside.  Valerie has worked on the sets of The Last Tycoon, Mad Men, True Detective, Without A Trace and many more.

Valerie is also the author of Valerie's Cat Eye Scream which details stories and recipes perfect for any lover of ice cream and really, who doesn't love ice cream?  You can find the book on her website.

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Dryness and lack of sleep plague many menopausal women.  We talk to the CEO of Kindra products, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber about the creation of Kindra products to help combat some of the most frequent menopausal symptoms.  She explains that the products include the Vaginal Lotion and Applicator for vaginal dryness, the Core Dietary Supplement to help with mood, the Sleep Enhancing Dietary Supplement to promote sleep and relaxation and the Energy Boosting Dietary Supplement to increase your energy.  

Kindra products are estrogen-free made by women for women. Catherine also explains how Kindra is creating a community for midlife women to educate and increase awareness of perimenopause and menopause.  Knowledge is power.

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On this episode, we learn about Astrology and how it links to our own human nature.  How much do you know about Astrology?  It is so much more than just your zodiac sign.  Astrologer Leslie McGuirk, explains Astrology 101 and how we can learn about our personal "owner's manual" to improve our lives.

Leslie's book, The Power Of Mercury, (Harper Collins) is about her life as an astrologer and how this ancient esoteric science is incredibly accurate in describing how people are designed. She currently works with western trained doctors, and corporations, proving the accuracy of astrology for both personal health and for the wellbeing of a company.   A popular guest speaker at many award-winning spas, including Rancho La Puerta, she has been breaking attendance records for over 20 years. She has been a keynote speaker for AARP, Campowerment, as well as The Jim Henson Company, Wilmington Trust, and Embry Riddle Aeronautic University etc.  Her unique viewpoint on how to unlock a person’s highest potential received a standing ovation at her TEDx talk in Hollywood, CA on “The Importance of Being Wrong”.

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Let's talk Ageism.  It is a form of discrimination that is unacceptable yet still readily apparent in today's society.  David Stewart is the Founder of AGEIST and he is on a mission to change that narrative.  AGEIST is an online platform sharing a vibrant view of life in midlife and beyond through health, relationships, style, culture and more.

David is a champion of the modern 50+ lifestyle, and a leading authority on the mindset and aspirations that drive this influential demographic.  From advertising to lifestyle, he is an active speaker and authority.  On this episode, we have a lively discussion on all things 50+.

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www.weareageist.com

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For this bonus episode, we are talking to Tammi Leader Fuller.   Tammi spent almost three decades as an award-winning Television Producer (The TODAY Show, CBS News, NBC News and EXTRA) and then took a leap of faith to found Campowerment, a camp where “grown-ups” can grow into their full potential.

Campowerment is an expert-led community of women who connect on purpose. Programs are offered in person, online and now designed for companies. Hailed by Oprah, the Today Show, CNN and Reader's Digest, the programs help you rediscover who you want to be when you grow up.

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https://campowerment.com/

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Andrea Pomerantz Lustig, author of How to Look Expensive is our guest for this Bonus Episode.  Andrea was known around the offices of Glamour as the "Beauty Sleuth," thanks to the wildly popular beauty advice column and articles she wrote for the magazine for over a decade.

She also spent ten years as a beauty and fitness director at Cosmopolitan. She regularly appears in the national media, on shows including The Early Show, Good Morning America, Today, Oprah, and Entertainment Tonight. Her beauty tips have appeared in Glamour, the New York Times, Women's Daily, Allure, and bloggers share her tips with their audiences regularly.

We find out how to look red carpet ready without spending designer prices.  From fashion to make up and everything in between, we learn the tips and tricks of the high end industry.

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Fran Drescher is our amazing guest this week.  We talk about it all! Fran received two Emmy and two Golden Globe nominations for her portrayal as the lovable “MissFine” on CBS’s hit series,The Nanny, which she both created and executive produced.  

Fran Drescher is also a 20-year uterine cancer survivor, Fran turns lemons into lemonade and pain into purpose through her leadership as a cancer advocate. She is the Founder, President, and Visionary of the non-profit, Cancer Schmancer Movement. Her mission is to shift America’s focus toward proactive health care and toxic-free living. She believes that the best cure for cancer is not getting it in the first place.The movement focuses on three prongs: Early Detection, Prevention, and Advocacy.

We talk about her career, midlife, the pandemic and so much more on this episode.  Make sure to subscribe on any podcast platform.

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Our guest this week is Leyna Nguyen, host of the podcast Consenting Adults Show.   We talk about consensual non-monogamous relationships and sex over 40.  Leyna explains 40+ adults are more open, experiment more, and have finally embraced the living part of life.  From open marriages to swinging, ethical non-monogamy, sex workers, and chasing that libido, Leyna's guests reveal what really goes on behind closed doors and how they’re enjoying sex and life more than ever. It is an educational and interesting conversation.

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https://consentingadultsshow.com/

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