Pretty much every woman I know struggles with her own version of enoughness -  pretty enough, smart enough, good enough, nice enough, thin enough. Myself included.  It’s not a coincidence  that so many women feel this way - new live in a whorl that profits from it.  We’ve been conditioned that way for centuries. Were influenced by it every day in no many ways.

In this episode I sit down with Barbara Burgess, author o of the book Enough. We go deep on what it really means to feel enough—and why so many of us spend half our lives chasing it. We unpack the sneaky ways society teaches women to prove themselves and the comparison trap that steals our joy. And also how we find peace in ourselves exactly as we are  

Barbara opens up about her own enoughness journey  and the fears and doubts that Alamos kept her form writing this book. She shares how setting boundaries helped her finally live unapologetically and feel confident in her choices. 

This chat is equal parts soul-food and truth-bombs—a reminder that life’s way too short to keep waiting for permission to be who we are and want what we want.

So grab your coffee and settle in for an honest, heart-warming talk about finding peace with who you already are.

📝 Show Notes

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This week I've got a solo episode for you. I was feeling FIRED UP when I hit record on his one, and honestly? I’m not sorry about it.

I’m so tired of the narrative that menopause is something to dread, avoid, or quietly endure. It’s time we flip the script entirely.

In this episode, I dive headfirst into why society has got it completely wrong about menopause. I’m calling out the toxic messaging that tells us aging women lose their value, and I’m here to tell you why that’s complete BS.

This isn’t just a biological process – it’s a rite of passage. It’s your entrance into the most powerful phase of your life, and I’m here to explain why you should actually be celebrating it.

We’ve been fed lies about what it means to be a woman moving through menopause.  Society’s backwards cultural narratives are literally stealing our power.

This episode is for every woman who’s been made to feel like her best days are behind her.

For everyone who’s been told to quietly manage their symptoms and fade into the background.

For anyone who needs permission to see menopause as the gift it actually is.

If you’re approaching this transition, in the thick of it, or already on the other side – this one’s for you.

And if you’re not there yet? Listen anyway.

Consider it your prep for the most empowering phase of your life.    

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and wished you could just divorce your body—this episode is for you.

In this soulful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with the incredible Nina Manolson, a body peace coach and therapist who helps women move from body shame to deep, nourishing self-connection. We talk about the messy middle of midlife—the changes, the cultural conditioning, and the quiet wisdom our bodies have been trying to share with us all along.

Nina and I explore what it really means to have body peace (hint: it’s not about loving your thighs 24/7). It’s about building trust, compassion, and a genuine relationship with the body you’re living in right now.

You’ll hear:

Why midlife is such a powerful time to rewrite our body story

How emotional eating is actually a signal, not a failure

The difference between body positivity and body peace

Simple practices to reconnect with your body from a place of curiosity, not criticism

Why your body is your greatest guide (yes, even now)

This episode is your permission slip to stop the war with your body and start tuning in to the wisdom it’s been holding all along. Because when we feel at home in our skin, we show up differently in the world—and that’s where the magic begins. 💫

🎧 Hit play and come join this powerful conversation. Your body will thank you.

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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Amy Kemp, author of the book "I See You - The Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work. We have  a real, soul-stirring convo about what it really means to reinvent yourself in midlife. We talk about the burnout that can come from chasing success the old way—and why so many of us are craving something different now.

We get into the power of community, learning to trust your inner voice, and redefining ambition on your terms. Amy and I share stories about letting go of hustle culture, embracing intuition, and giving ourselves permission to slow the heck down and tune in.

If you’ve ever wondered if it’s too late to want more—or felt like you’re the only one craving something deeper—this one’s for you.

We talk about:

Why hard work doesn’t always lead to happiness

The quiet power of slowing down

Reclaiming success in a way that actually feels good

How to validate yourself (instead of chasing external approval)

What happens when women support each other without judgment

The role of compassion and intuition in making big life shifts

You can have everything you want—but it starts with listening in, not pushing harder.

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What if menopause wasn’t something to hide or suffer through—but a powerful turning point for change?

In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Fiona Lake Waslander, founder and CEO of Coral, a digital health platform revolutionizing care for menopausal women. Fiona shares her personal story, the career curveballs menopause can throw, and why silence in the workplace is no longer an option.

This conversation goes beyond hot flashes and hormone debates—diving into the economic and societal impact of women’s health, why employer support matters more than ever, and how community and conversation can change everything.

Whether you’re navigating menopause while trying to hold things together at work or want to better understand the women around you—this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in to hear:

Fiona is the CEO and Co-founder of Coral, a women’s digital health platform on a mission to improve the lives of Canadian women by setting a new standard for menopause care. Coral focuses on evidence-based treatments, holistic solutions and a team-based approach tailored to each individual’s needs. By providing accessible, personalized and ongoing medical care and follow-ups, Coral empowers women to thrive during perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

For more information, visit https://www.coral.ca/. 

Fiona is a three-time founder and has been building consumer-focused businesses in the tech industry for over 20 years. Now squarely in peri-menopause while raising three active boys, she has made it her mission to drive a step function change in state of women's health in Canada.

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Ever thought to yourself or said  out loud  “ I wish I was creative.” I know I have.  I used to tell myself all the  time that I wasn’t the creative type.  

As it turns out we are all creative in our own way and  the definition of creativity goes beyond the tractional art forms. Tapping in to our flavour of creativity is actually key to our growth and transformation in this next chapter of life.  

My guest in this episode is Paige Williams, author of The Creative Keys, a transformational framework for unlocking purpose through storytelling, creativity, and spiritual wisdom. We explore the transformative power of creativity and its role in  personal growth, self connection and reinventions.

We chat about how creativity opens the doors to finding purpose, self trust, and surrender and that understanding ourselves as creative beings is key to how we lead in all areas of life from our careers to how we parent.

Paige and I both  share our own journeys of how embracing ourselves as creative beings has impacted our lives.

If you’ve never thought of yourself as creative or you’re ready to explore how tapping into your creativity can change your life this is the episode for you.   

In this episode of the “Old Chicks Know Sh*t” podcast, I chat with Riana Malia about how we create our very best life by understanding and removing the subconscious blocks that stand in our way. Riana shares her personal story of overcoming adversity, the importance of listening to one’s intuition and the transformative power of forgiveness. We also dive deep into conversation of recognizing and breaking free from old patterns, understanding the negative voices in our heads and utilizing the “Clear to Create” methodology to achieve clarity and set meaningful goals.

In this discussion we also touch on:

and so much more!

If you’re ready to dive into the life that you truly desire - this episode is for you!

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