Routine might feel safe, but for your brain, it can become a prison. This week, Dr. Yalda Safai joins Tamsen to talk about the science of novelty and why trying something new is the most powerful way to spark dopamine, reboot your mindset, and shift out of midlife stagnation. 

Tamsen and Dr Safai share dating experience and the benefits of meeting a partner later in life. Plus why women are staying single longer and why we should avoid subpar relationships at all costs! 

We dive deep into what high-functioning depression really looks like in successful women. From the quiet symptoms of anhedonia and mood disorders to undiagnosed thyroid issues and the hormonal shifts of perimenopause. Dr. Safai breaks down the medical, emotional, and social blind spots that keep so many of us suffering in silence.

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This is the episode to send to every woman you love.

Tamsen sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Comen, a leading breast oncologist, Harvard Medical School graduate, and author of the bestseller ‘All in Her Head’, for a myth-busting conversation about breast cancer, early detection, and why advocating for yourself could save your life.

Dr. Comen shares how far we've come in treatment and breast reconstruction, the emotional toll of diagnosis, and why a breast cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence today. Tamsen opens up about losing her own mother to breast cancer, and how that grief has shaped her own choices.

This episode is packed with information that could change — or save — a life, breaking down exactly when to start getting mammograms, what dense breasts mean (and what to do about them), and the truth about alcohol, hormones, and the rising rates of cancer in younger women.

You’ll learn: 

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool: https://bcrisktool.cancer.gov/

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This week, Tamsen is joined by Reshma Saujani, founder of Girls Who Code, CEO of Moms First, podcast host of My So-Called Midlife. This powerful conversation that flips the script on imposter syndrome, midlife reinvention, and the unrealistic pressures women face at every stage of life.

Reshma shares her personal journey—from running for office and founding global movements to discovering her purpose in the midst of racism and rejection. She reminds us that midlife is a mindset, not a number, and that your best work is still ahead of you.

From dealing with perimenopause in the workplace, to the toxic myth of “work-life balance,” this episode is a fierce call to action for women to stop hiding their dreams and start owning their voice, no matter what your age. 

If you’ve ever felt like you’re too late, too much, or not enough, this conversation is for you.

What you’ll learn:

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Why are women still expected to “stay in their lane”? Tamsen sits down with Stacy London, CEO, author, and former co-host of What Not to Wear. Now with her own QVC fashion line and decades of experience helping women feel seen, Stacy unpacks the emotional toll of high-functioning depression and why conversations about menopause are still considered risky in the professional world.

Stacy gets vulnerable, sharing why community and friendship are more essential than having a partner, and how to let go of outdated identities. Together, they dive into the messy, transformative beauty of midlife, exploring the unspoken truths about living in fear, reinvention, and how clinging to old clothes can keep you stuck. Stacy opens up about closing her business, redefining success at 55, and why evolution means saying yes, even when it’s uncomfortable. 

Stacy shares her expert advice on getting comfortable with your naked body in the mirror is the key to personal freedom and good style. 

If you’ve ever wondered if your best years are behind you, this episode is here to tell you: absolutely not!

What You'll Learn:

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Is Ozempic the answer to lasting weight loss, or is there more to the story? 

In this episode of The Tamsen Show, Tamsen speaks with Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a board-certified physician specializing in metabolic health, to unpack the truth about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic.

We explore how these drugs work, the emotional realities of weight loss, and why most people who start Ozempic may stay on it for life. Dr. Sowa also addresses the risks of misuse, the rise of compounding pharmacies, and why sustainable habits like strength training and food tracking are essential alongside medication.

If you're curious about Ozempic, its effects on menopause, or the future of GLP-1 drugs, this episode delivers the facts and insights you need.

What You'll Learn:

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Menopause is inevitable, suffering through it is not. 

In this game-changing episode, world-renowned OB/GYN Dr. Sharon Malone breaks down the myths, fears, and facts surrounding hormone therapy (HRT) and how misinformation has left millions of women needlessly struggling with their health.

From the studies that gave estrogen a bad name to the life-changing benefits of HRT for heart, brain, and bone health—Dr. Malone gives you the science-backed truth every woman needs to hear to take control of their health.

What you’ll learn:

-Why perimenopause is the most misunderstood stage of menopause (and how to know if you're in it!)

-Can you really still get pregnant during perimenopause? Dr. Sharon Malone shares her personal story and sets the record straight.

-How one study changed women's relationship with estrogen for decades and why it still matters today.

-Does hormone therapy cause breast cancer? What today's science truly reveals about hormone therapy and the risk to your health.

-Why cardiovascular disease (not breast cancer) is the number one health threat for women, and how estrogen plays a surprising role.

-The similarities and differences between hormone therapy and birth control.

-Who's actually eligible for hormone therapy (more women qualify than you think!).

-Why African American and Hispanic women have a different menopause experience and what it means for treatment.

-How younger women can proactively prepare for menopause starting now

If you’ve ever felt lost or conflicted about hormone therapy, this episode is for you. Dr. Malone delivers unfiltered, straight-talking advice to help you make the best decision for your body, your health and your future.

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Dr. Sharon Malone is is board-certified by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and certified by the North American Menopause Society as a Certified National Menopause Practitioner. She is the Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, a telehealth company that focuses on women over 40. Before joining Alloy, Dr. Malone was a partner at one of the oldest and most successful OB/GYN medical practices in Washington, D.C.

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Hollywood said this would be a career ender. Doctors dismissed her. But Halle Berry refused to be silenced and made sure the world heard her voice on Capitol Hill. 

In the premiere episode of The Tamsen Show, Halle opens up like never before about the shocking way she learned she was in menopause, why women have been misled by the medical community, and how she’s fighting to change the narrative around aging and women’s health for good.

Halle Berry is the founder of the women’s longevity and wellness platform Re-spin, an Academy Award-winning actress, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and advocate leading a new conversation around menopause and culture.

She gets real about finding love in later life, letting go of the pressure to be forever 35, and why menopause is a basic human rights issue. If Halle Berry couldn’t find answers about her own body, it’s no wonder millions of women are struggling too.

Halle is giving us solutions. If you want to thrive in your second act, listen now to learn:

• The truth about menopause and why women deserve better

• How menopause almost ruined Halle’s relationship and the harsh reality of painful sex

• How to take control of your sex life with confidence

• The most important lesson Halle learned about advocating for her own body

• What Halle Berry does to look and feel her best in menopause, including her go-to health, beauty, and longevity secrets

• The power of community and how to feel less alone

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Pre-order How to Menopause, Tamsen's upcoming book featuring insights from 42 leading experts in the field, coming March 25, 2025! 

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Life doesn’t follow a set timeline—so, what comes next? Emmy-winning journalist, filmmaker, and best-selling author Tamsen Fadal is here to help you navigate every stage of life with confidence. From career pivots to menopause, and from relationships to reinvention, Tamsen tackles the conversations that women actually need, featuring real talk from experts, science-backed wellness advice, and no filters. Follow along at @tamsenfadal Starting March 12th, with new episodes every Wednesday.

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