It's the 75th Radio Show episode but it's the 100th Podcast Episode! To celebrate this occasion Michelle is joined by Celebrity Nutritionist and expert JJ Virgin. She is a NYT Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker and Founder of the Mindshare Collaborative conference. JJ talks with us how to transform your health in midlife. She has trained many celebrities through the years and is constantly learning and growing her programs to better serve her clients. One of the biggest takeaways is that she now rethinks the word "diet." Now diet is more about using it as a road map to figure out the best nutrition for each individual person. Here are a few of the takeaways from this episode: - There is no Plan B for your A Game! - Where is Sugar sneaking into your diet? - In midlife there is no margin for error. - An Outline of the Perfect Road Map in Eating - What impacts your thyroid. - Some of the most important steps you can take to have a healthy life. Contact Information: JJVirgin.com

In today's episode Michelle speaks with Meaghan B Murphy about her new book "Your Fully Charged Life: A Radically Simple Approach to Having Endless Energy and Filling Every Day with Yay!" Meaghan is an author, editor, podcaster, on-air personality, lifestyle and health expert and a home-hack master. She was recently named Editor in Chief of Woman’s Day the #1 magazine on newsstands. Using her years of experience working in the magazine business (teen people, Cosmopolitan, and Good Housekeeping), Meaghan has been teaching us home-hacks, life-hacks and pretty much every kind of hack. Now Meaghan has written her book that gives us practical advice that teaches us how to live a life filled with Yay! Meaghan also did this entire interview while in pain. She thought she had broken her arm right before the interview but luckily it turned out that it was sprained. She has grit and resilience and really used her life hacks to complete this wonderful interview!  Here are a few takeaways that will inspire you to fill your days with Yay: - She turned her "Grumpy" life and changed to being a positive person. - To be happy, you have to do happy! - You will learn science proven techniques to boost your happiness and move the happiness needle. - Change you "Have tos" to "Get tos." -Never miss a Monday! - You need to start prioritizing positivity the same way you brush your teeth. - What's the "Yay" list? You can find Meaghan on her website (https://meaghanbmurphy.com/​) and her Off The Gram Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...​)

Are you looking for a natural way to combat hot flashes, brain fog and mood swings? In today's episode Michelle speaks with health expert Maryon Stewart about her latest book "Manage Your Menopause Naturally." We don't have suffer in silence with our menopausal symptoms. There has been research done that shows positive results from using flax seeds, and other natural foods. Maryon breaks down all the important nutrients that we need and how a simple refuel can improve symptoms within six weeks. Nutritional Deficiencies Physical Signs:  - Cracking at the side of the mouth - Red patches side of the nose - Skin is Dry - Brittle, nails breaking - Pimples on the upper arm and/or thighs

Most of us are worried about money. Will we have enough to retire? Can we retire? Loral Langemeier also known as the Millionaire Money Maker is a money expert, motivational speaker, best-selling author and empowers people around the world to become millionaires. She explains that the "normal" system we grow up in does not set us up for financial freedom. in today's episode Michelle discusses with Loral on today's episode strategies for both adults and children on how to make their money work for them.  Loral was single and expecting her first child when she realized she needed to rely on herself. The system that we are raised in does not set us up for financial freedom.  At that moment she chose to make a great life. Here are a few takeaways: - Knowing about money is not just a parent issue but it's important for children to understand it as well. -Start talking about money with your children at a young age. Use the games Monopoly, Cash Flow and Millionaire Maker to help teach you and your children about money. - If you are an empty nester or thinking about leaving your corporate, start your own company. - We are groomed to be employees but this will not give you financial freedom. - It is a challenge to get started and the first $100k is the hardest but the first steps can either start you or stop you. - Learn about cash flow and how to sell. - Act like you are the expert you are! - Everyday you have to make money! Sell something! - Women start businesses faster than men but only 3% of women on the planet are millionaires. - For FREE "Millionaire Maker", ticket for Loral's "Market Place" webinar and Virtual Swag Bag go to Justmetloral.com\newmid. If you'd like to Contact Loral you can also go to Justmetloral.com\newmid.

Heather Monahan cracked the glass ceiling when she became the Chief Revenue Officer of a Media company, winning awards and recognition for driving company growth. After receiving the most Influential Woman in Radio award in 2017, she had a meeting with her boss only to be unexpectedly let go from the company she had helped build.  What could have been a road block for Heather's success turned out to be the best thing that could've happened to her. Michelle speaks with Heather how she went on Twitter and announced to the world that she got Fired. Doing something so unconventional led to a series of serendipitous events that resulted in her becoming a bestselling author, TED Speaker, Board Member and recently a Harvard Professor. According to Heather, getting fired was one of the best things that could’ve happened to her and she even recommends that everyone should experience getting fired at least once. Takeaways from our interview: - The importance of launching your personal brand. - Do the antithesis of what everyone else does. - The best way to use Fear. -  What it takes to reinvent yourself. - When you feel stuck what steps you need to take to gain confidence. - Why Heather believes everyone should get fired at least once. - The best advice Gary Vee gave her. You can contact Heather Monahan @heathermonahan Michelle Newman is the founder of The New Mid Academy a coaching program that raises midlife women's motivation, mindset and money. She started The New Mid to discuss the New Midlife and how women 40+ are still climbing and Reinventing themselves. Contact Michelle @thenewmid, [email protected] or thenewmid.com

Spring is in the Air and it is time to do some Spring Cleaning and Declutttering!  Today Michelle speaks with Monica Fay who has been seen on CBS, NBC and ABC  and author of the book: "The Energetic Outcome: A Guide to Decluttering Your Head, Home & Hustle.” You specialize in teaching others the value of letting go & lightening their load to shift the energy in the world.  Here are a few takeaways: - Have a vision for the space that you are cleaning. - Start with quick wins to make you feel good. - Only clean for 90 minutes at a time.  - Take a small section at a time so you make sure you complete it. - When you start to go through you things find out what the "Why." What is the reason you're holding onto it.  - If you are not wanting to let go of certain items it's most likely because of fear, confidence and control. 

Dominique Dawes, or as we knew her Dawesome Awesome, was a 10 year member of the U.S. National Gymnastics team, is a three-time Olympian, and among her other stellar accomplishments - is the first Black person to win an Olympic gold medal in gymnastics, in 1996 in Atlanta.  She is dedicating her life to elevate the next generation of gymnasts!  Michelle speaks with Dominique about the toxic culture of USA Gymnastics and how it lead her to open up her own Gymnastics Academy. Dominique has lived a life of service but in 2016 when the Larry Nassar story was finally exposed for the horrific sexual assaults he had been doing for decades it planted a seed in Dominique for her to one day start her own Gymnastics Academy. That day came on July 1, 2020 with the "Dominique Dawes Gymnastics Academy and Ninja." In this interview Dominique doesn't hold back on the toxic culture that she experiences growing up in the USA Gymnastics and how it's time for them to become more transparent and in her words "Clean Up and Clean House." Here's a few takeaways: -While Dominique trained she felt the culture was one of "fear, intimidation and silence." -Larry Nassar saw the vulnerability of the young athletes and took advantage of it. -Even before Dominique had children she had already decided she wouldn't allow her children to be part of USAG. -Dominiques husband was the first to talk with her about opening up her own Academy to create a healthy culture in the sport of Gymnastics. -It's Dominique's mission to that every child that walks through her doors will not only get quality gymnastics training but will smile, laugh and have fun while they're doing it. -Her top quality coaches will pull the greatness out of every child they coach while building their self-esteem. -In what's a priority in your life, if something matters enough to you, you will make the time. -Make sure to have time for yourself. - When your body  tells you to slow down, listen. - Parents you are your children's role models! - Get out of your own way and listen to how you speak to yourself. You can contact Dominique at: [email protected] Visit her Academy Website: Dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com

Alison Lumbatis is the creator of the first and only online capsule wardrobe membership program – the Get Your Pretty On Style Challenge. Since starting it in 2013, over 6,000 women in 20 countries have participated. Today she shares with us what the trends are for Spring 2021 and if there's anything else we should wear besides our pajama bottoms! Here are a few takeaways: -Athleisure wear is here to stay. -What are the best Denim Jeans to wear for anyone. - What are the best styles for both Petites and Plus Size Women - Spring trends: Ditsy Flora, Stripes, cactus green and tie dye! Yes, tie dye! - Capsule wardrobe are a great way to build your wardrobe. - How best to launder your clothes so they'll last. How to Contact Alison: getyourprettyon.com

Joan Lunden is a household name for many Midlife women who grew up with her as the Host of Good Morning America for almost 20 years. An award-winning journalist, a bestselling author, a motivational speaker, and a Health and Wellness Advocate, Joan is both wise and delightful in her mission to help women in The New Mid!  Michelle speaks with Joan, who recently turned 70, on today’s show to discuss her latest book, “Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation Around Aging.” She is funny, insightful, passionate about healthy aging and leading a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on mind, body and soul.  Here are a few takeaways: - Happiness is a choice. It's up to you to decide to be Happy! Age is only a number.

-Why we have belly fat. 

-We shouldn’t be embarrassed to talk about our body’s aging process.

-Learning new things is the key to keeping your brain growing and helps your memory.

-The most important thing you can do to slow the decline of cognitive thinking is exercise.

-Sleep is another key element to in aging well. - Making a "Happiness List" instead of a "Bucket List." - The power in writing your "Eulogy."

-Be sure to check out Joan's fabulous book "Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation About Aging." amazon.com

In today's episode I speak business owners Charles and Sharon Riser of The Temple  and The Temple Annapolis both are part of The Paul Mitchell Partner Schools. We discuss what it takes to not only run a successful business but to have a successful marriage while doing it. They've had their ups and downs but you can tell there's nothing that this couple can't face and conquer together! Here are a few takeaways: - Charles is the thinker while Sharon is the driver. - They each have skill sets that are the mirror opposites. - Working together has made their relationship stronger. - They're both very present with their employees. - There are no doors in their schools. Their office is open for anyone to see them working. - Their employees also know their schedules and know when they're "Off the Clock" and not to call unless it's an emergency! - Although it's been a challenge year with COVID it's been their strongest year as a couple. - They've had the same business coach for 15 years. It's strengthened their communication skills. - Charles: "If you agree on everything, one of you is not needed." Contact: The Temple Beauty School