On this week’s Midweek Catchup, we discover that behind Karen’s wholesome image lies a woman who hides chocolates from her partner and grows kombucha monsters in the living room, while the pair share stories about plumping lipsticks, fringe show nerves, Pamela Anderson’s barefaced brilliance, and what it feels like to really be in love past 50.

Whether you’re hiding a secret stash of choccies or wondering if you’ll ever feel giddy about someone again - this one’s for you.

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Alison Cork, MBE - entrepreneur, author, and self-confessed late bloomer - who opens up about the moment she looked in the mirror at 57 and decided to change everything.

Whether you’re feeling stuck in your second act or just quietly wondering where your spark went, Alison’s story is proof that it’s never just about weight or wellness, it’s about reclaiming your energy, your ambition, and your voice.

She shares the wake-up call that changed her habits, her mindset, and even her career focus - from restaurant critic to running businesses that support women 50+. Expect candid laughs, thoughtful takeaways, and a fresh perspective on what being “fit and fabulous” really looks like after 60.

Because no one tells you how powerful this decade can be - but we will.

Alison's book "Fit & Fabulous Over 50" is available now at https://www.alisoncork.com/shop-products/p/fit-and-fabulous-over-50-hardback

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On this week’s Midweek Catchup, we cover everything from hernias that hum to hospital forms that make you question your own sanity. Karen’s recovering from her second breast surgery (and hilariously failing the pre-op quiz), while Kaye’s trying not to spiral at the sight of an empty Fringe venue.

We talk healing, glue instead of bandages, nipple-free bravery, and the strange comfort of toast with marmalade. Plus: the joy of walking 7,500 steps and the horror of your phone reminding you that last year you did more. Thanks for that.

Whether you’re recovering from something big or just panicking over a show that’s suddenly real, this one’s for you.

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Fiona Lambert, who’s swapped corporate couture for dating apps and tattoos — and she’s not looking back.

After 31 years of marriage, Fiona is navigating life solo in her 60s: full of confidence, cautious optimism, and the occasional dating disaster involving a fake address and a wig disguise (yes, really).

We talk sex, self-worth, and the seductive thrill of saying "no" — plus why midlife reinvention isn’t about being complete, but finally being you.

Whether you're long partnered or newly solo, Fiona's story is a hilarious and heartfelt reminder that life (and libido) doesn’t end at 60.

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On this week’s Midweek Catchup, we’re knee-deep in chaos and cheek as Karen battles dodgy insurers, preps for her second surgery, and reflects on life in separate bedrooms — while Kaye returns from sun-soaked Porto dreaming of relocation and lighter luggage. Whether you’re wrestling with bureaucracy, body image, or the question of whether your shorts still fit because they’re baggy, this episode delivers the usual mix of raw honesty and riotous laughter. We’ve got Fringe gossip, family baggage (literally), and your brilliant emails too.

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Judy Murray, who opens up about life after elite tennis, grandparenting with gusto, and why golf (not romance) is her new great love.

Whether you remember her as the fierce figure in the Wimbledon box or the surprisingly funny contestant on Strictly, this conversation reveals the woman behind the headlines: smart, self-deprecating, and done with skinny jeans.

We talk about:

• What really happens in the player’s box
• Why she never let the boys win — until they could
• Reinventing yourself in your 60s without apologising
• And how being “Naughty Nana” might be her best role yet

Because no one tells you how to shift from doing everything for others… to finally choosing for yourself.

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On this week’s Midweek Catchup, we’re in full summer mode — or trying to be. Karen’s battling slugs, rogue cauliflower, and a partner who may have faked a hernia for attention. Kaye’s sunning herself in Spain, confessing to lazy mornings, Golden Girls reruns, and questionable SPF choices.

From surgical bras stuck to stitches, to the unspeakable horror of tan lines between tummy rolls, it’s proof that midlife holidays are anything but serene.

Whether you’re slapping on Factor 50 or still clinging to coconut oil dreams, this one's for anyone navigating the heat, hormones, and partner with a side of sarcasm.

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Glynis Barber — actress, wellness advocate, and one half of iconic ‘80s duo Dempsey and Makepeace. Now approaching 70, Glynis shares how fear used to quietly rule her decisions — until one pivotal question made her completely change how she shows up in the world.

We talk reinvention, long-term love (even if your husband still can’t dance), and what it really means to live “agelessly” when the world insists on putting you in a box.

Whether you’re still working out who you want to be in your 60s, or just trying to convince your partner to go on holiday, this one’s for you.

Because no one tells you how liberating it is to finally say yes — even when your inner critic’s still muttering in the background.

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On this week’s Midweek Catchup, we’re deep in cauliflower season (Karen vs. Slugs: Round 3), baking our way through cardamom moods, and navigating campervan logistics that would make Enid Blyton blush. Kaye’s rediscovering her love of reading (thanks, Amy Bloom), while Karen shares the emotional whiplash of post-op rashes, toddler shoe shopping, and prepping for round two of surgery with her usual dark humour and a side of millionaire’s shortbread.

Also in the mix: rash revelations, auction room nerves, and… a nun obsession?

Because no one tells you turning 60 would include anti-histamine drama and spiritual nostalgia in equal measure.

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On this week’s episode, we’re joined by American writer and psychotherapist Amy Bloom, who shares the extraordinary story behind her memoir In Love - a tender, raw, and deeply honest account of her husband Brian’s decision to end his life at Dignitas after being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s.

But this isn’t a story about assisted dying. It’s a love story - one that begins with deep affection, holds steady through devastating change, and ends in an act of unwavering devotion.

We talk about love later in life, why men rarely change, what it really means to choose someone, flaws and all, and how grief can strip life back to what truly matters. Whether you’ve faced loss or simply wondered how you might cope, this episode lingers.

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Amy Bloom’s latest novel I’ll Be Right Here is out now, and you can follow her work via her website or on Instagram.

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