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Annabeth Gish Talks Menopause, Midlife and Career Milestones Jan 14, 2026

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It's another "pinch me" week!

We are thrilled to welcome iconic actress Annabeth Gish to the podcast for an inspiring and deeply relatable conversation. Best known for her memorable roles in film and television, Annabeth opens up about important midlife topics that resonate with so many women today.

In this episode, she candidly shares her menopause journey, her experiences navigating life in the sandwich generation, and how she’s preparing to become a soon-to-be empty nester. We also reflect on her most beloved roles in TV and film, her long-lasting career in Hollywood, and what she’s most excited about as she steps into her next chapter.

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Ageless without Surgery: Noninvasive Solutions with Dr. Doris Day Jan 07, 2026

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We believe that women of any age deserve to feel beautiful, confident, and empowered in their skin. Aging is natural—and so are the many noninvasive skincare and anti-aging options available today.

Feeling your best doesn’t have to mean Botox, fillers, or cosmetic surgery. So what are the best noninvasive treatments for aging skin, especially for women who want natural results?

This week, we’re joined by Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Doris Day, a nationally recognized expert in skin health and anti-aging dermatology. Dr. Day shares a variety of science-backed skincare treatments and products that women over 50 should know about. From the critical role of daily sunscreen in preventing premature aging to innovative technologies like Sofwave for skin tightening and collagen stimulation, she explains how women can maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin without invasive procedures.

Whether you’re curious about noninvasive skin rejuvenation, anti-aging skincare routines, or the latest dermatologist-recommended treatments, this episode offers practical, expert insights to help women feel beautiful—inside and out.

Rewriting the Middle: Healing Eating Disorders in Midlife with Mallary Tenore Tarpley Dec 31, 2025

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13% of women over 50 struggle with the symptoms of an eating disorder. * Whether it is a recurrence or brought on by life transitions, hormones or stress, the numbers are rising.

For our last episode of 2025, we are joined by Mallary Tenore Tarpley.

Mallary is an assistant professor of journalism at the University of Texas and author of the new book, Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery. Mallary shares her personal experience along with clinicians, researchers, and others with lived experience. We discuss the space between sickness and health and how therapists should be focusing on treating the personality traits in addition to the symptoms.

*National Eating Disorder Association

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Marlo Thomas Talks Hope, Healing, and St. Jude Dec 24, 2025

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At this time of year, we could think of no better guest to join us than Marlo Thomas.

Marlo is an actress, producer, author and perhaps, she is best know as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Founded in 1962 by her Dad, Danny Thomas, St. Jude continues to be on the world's leading research hospitals for children with life threatening illnesses.

Marlo Thomas talks about the community of St. Jude, the families, the doctors and nurses, and how we can all make a difference.

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St Jude: https://www.stjude.org/

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Carla Hall and Deb Riegel Invite Women 50+ to Grow with the MeMenu Dec 17, 2025

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You know we love Carla Hall! Her energy and love of life is contagious and we always enjoy when she joins us on Hot Flashes & Cool Topics podcast.

This week, Carla is joined by her business partner Deb Riegel to share her new project, MeMenu. The MeMenu is a guided personal growth program for women. 50+. The program offers a sous chef AI coach that leads you through 6 "flavors" of growth: open, hope, imagine, possibility, acceptance and reframe. Based on Carla's experiences coupled with Deb's experiece as a leadership communications expert, the program helps women (and men) to work on real goals while building practical life skills.

Start 2026 off with a new vision and perspective with the help of MeMenu program.

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Aging Well for Women with Dr. Mindy Pelz Dec 10, 2025

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Holiday Gift Guide: Link

Who wants to age well?

Of course, we all do! This week, we are speaking with Dr. Mindy Pelz, author of the new book AGE LIKE A GIRL: How Menopause Rewires Your Brain, Increased Confidence, and Renewed Energy. Dr. Pelz gives us her vision of what is happening to and for women during this turning point in life. She also offers science backed solutions to improve women's vitality and often times, more important, our peace.

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Gabrielle Carteris Talks 90210, SAG/AFTRA and Her Joyful Life Journey Dec 03, 2025

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HFCT 7th Annual Holiday Gift Guide: Link

How many of you were fans of 90210?

Of course, we all watched the drama! We are excited to share this week's conversation with Actress, Trade Union Leader, Gabrielle Carteris. Many will remember Gabrielle as Andrea Zuckerman on 90210 (and the reboot)and she shares great stories of her time as Andrea. We also talk about her roles as President of SAG/AFTRA, Vice-President of AFLCIO and current President of FIA_ACTOR. She is also a mom, wife and advocate.

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Singer Lurleen Ladd Talks Creating Opportunities for Female Musicians 40+ Nov 26, 2025

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Seasoned female musicians are another group of women who are often overlooked in the professional world.

This week's guest is singer and founder of Wavemakers, Lurleen Ladd. Lurleen created Wavemakers- Women in Music 40+ as a platform to amplify women's voices, their talents and to address the challenges they face in the industry. Learn more about the organization, the yearly grants they offer, and the business opportunities they are creating for women 40+.

Lurleen is an inspiration to women in midlife and beyond and she shows us it is never too late to follow your dreams.

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Wavemakers: https://www.wavemakerswomen.com/

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Hot Holiday Gifts at Cool Prices with Shopping Expert Trae Bodge Nov 19, 2025

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Hot Flashes & Cool Topics Holiday Gift Guide for Midlife Women: LINK

Threadneedle Alley Foundation: LINK

Who is ready to save some money on this year's holiday shopping?

This week, we invite back shopping and money saving experts, Trae Bodge. Trae shares with us the top gifts of 2025, where and when to get them and best of all, how to save money while doing it. We address the Tariffs and possible shipping delays that might affect this year's shopping experience.

We also talk about her new organization, Threadneedle Alley Foundation, which offers grants and mentorship for midlife entrepreneurs.

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Vaginal Estrogen and Hormone Therapy with Dr. Rachel Rubin Nov 12, 2025

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It has been a very big week for women's health.

After years of experts like Dr. Rachel Rubin fighting to have the black box warnings on vaginal estrogen products removed, the FDA has agreed to remove it from select HRT products.

This week, we are replaying Dr. Rachel Rubin's episode where she shares the importance of vaginal estrogen for women's health. Dr. Rubin is a nationally-recognized urology and sexual medicine physician and she recently joined several of our former guests and menopausal experts on a panel in front of the FDA to explain why the black box warnings do more harm than good.

As of November 10, 2025, the FDA plans to remove the black box warning on certain HRT products including vaginal estrogen. Thank you to all the experts!

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