Andrea and Krista dive into Madeleine’s inspiring work in social entrepreneurship, her feminist values, and the energy she brings as an instigator and creative force. Madeleine reflects on her formative years, including her rebellious nature as a child, which influenced her life’s work. 

She shares her journey of finding purpose through initiatives like G Day - a series of events aimed at empowering girls entering adolescence. 

The conversation highlights her transition into midlife, marked by her decision to quit alcohol during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing profound personal growth and a return to more authentic living. 

The episode concludes with a teaser about Madeleine’s upcoming project, ‘Autumn Collective’, which focuses on community-building for women in midlife and menopause. 

And, stay tuned for a Madeleine Part two! 

Bio 

I recently turned 57 and have been post-menopausal for 4 years. My background is as a social entrepreneur with a strong legacy in the menstrual health and equity space. 

Around 10 years ago I started realizing that I was developing an unhealthy relationship with one of my favourite things: wine. Long story short, going on four years fully sober today, I believe that being menopausal basically saved me, in that I could no longer tolerate night sweats and my diminishing ability to tolerate a 'couple of glasses' of wine a day. 

Today, I'm working on launching an event series called ‘Autumn Collective’ for folks in the menopausal transition (includes peri- to post-) to explore, support and celebrate ourselves at this time in life.

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Book Greater Good 

Events G Day 

Madeleline’s Five Words
Creative, generative, feminist, instigator, Bad Brownie

Good Reads

1. Are you there God? It’s me, Margaret by Judy Bloom 
2. Quit Like A Woman by Holly Whitaker

Sobriety

Lauren McGowen - The Luckiest Club 

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