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Dr Louise Newson: Menopause, Midlife & Hormone Imbalance Nov 08, 2026

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In this conversation with Dr Louise Newson, hormone expert, best selling author and founder of the Newson Clinic, we discuss why we shouldn’t just be focussing on menopause, but more broadly, hormone imbalances.

Dr Louise Newson shares why hormonal health is more than just hot flushes, the menstrual cycle and certain life stages, and why she’s calling for greater emphasis on a whole person approach.

We also discuss the different hormonal treatments, why it can be confusing and how treatment has important implications for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and dementia. And of course, we tackle the narratives and evidence around cancer risks of taking HRT, revealing it’s far more nuanced than many people realise.

As we come to a close, Dr Louise Newson shares her insights on how midlife can impact couples, and how taking care of ourselves at this stage of life is not only crucial for us, but for those we love.

We know you’re going to love this conversation so let’s dive straight on in…

Dr Louise Newson's Website:

https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/

Balance App:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/balance-hormones-menopause/id1503345959

Dr Louise Newson's Books:

https://www.drlouisenewson.co.uk/books

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Midlife Matters: From the 20-Year Itch to Testosterone-Fuelled Lycra Nov 02, 2026

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Midlife Matters is back. The episode where we chat through some of the recent headlines that matter most to us midlifers.

First up, new research reveals that the seven-year itch is now the 20-year itch. So we explore what’s changed and why so many couples are reaching their 50s and deciding they've had enough.

We also tackle new stats around midlife male suicide, menopause at work and what the latest news about stockpiling for emergencies really means for our mental health.

Plus, we've got a rather entertaining observation about testosterone, Lycra and some particularly aggressive midlife male cyclists in Regent's Park!

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Money, Shame & Self Worth: The Hidden Psychology Of Financial Habits with Vicky Reynal Oct 25, 2026

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Money. We all need it, we all want more of it, but how many of us actually have a healthy relationship with it?

And what if the way you spend, save or worry about money has less to do with your bank balance and more to do with your childhood, your beliefs and your emotional baggage?

In this episode we're joined by Vicky Reynal, financial psychotherapist, author of Money on Your Mind and Sunday Times columnist, to explore the psychology of money, why we avoid facing our finances, and how our relationship with money can impact everything from our self-worth to our relationships.

If you've ever felt shame about debt, spent money to make yourself feel better, or wondered why, no matter how much you earn, it never quite feels like enough, this episode is for you.

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High Functioning Drinker Turned Sober Coach: An Interview with Sandra Parker Oct 19, 2026

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In this episode we’re joined by Sandra Parker, founder of Just The Tonic Coaching, who knows first-hand what it’s like to be a high-functioning drinker. After a successful career in finance, Sandra changed her own relationship with alcohol and now helps others take back control.

We explore why alcohol is so deeply ingrained in our culture, the emotional patterns that keep us reaching for a drink, and whether changing your relationship with alcohol has to mean giving it up altogether. We also get into the idea of indifference, getting to a place where alcohol no longer occupies your thoughts or dictates your choices.

So, whether you’re sober curious, thinking about cutting back, or simply wondering whether alcohol is giving you as much as it’s taking away, this episode is for you.

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Couplepause: Our Book Is Almost Here Oct 10, 2026

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In this episode we’ve got some really exciting news to share with you. After teasing this for what feels like forever, we can finally tell you that we’ve written a book! It’s called Couplepause and it’s coming out this November.

We wrote it because we talk so much about menopause, andropause and midlife, but one of the things that often gets overlooked is what happens to our relationships during this season of life. We’re navigating changing hormones, stress, shifting identities, intimacy and all the pressures that midlife throws at us, often without really understanding what’s going on.

We wanted to give couples practical tools to help them understand each other better, communicate more effectively and, hopefully, come out the other side feeling closer than ever.

So today, we’re going to tell you a little more about the book, why we wrote it, what’s inside, and what else we’ve got planned for Couplepause. Because this is about so much more than a book. It’s about helping couples realise that midlife doesn’t have to mean growing apart. It can be an opportunity to reconnect and have an amazing future together.

To be a first reader, email us at team@themidlifementors.com and title the email 'Couplepause First Reader'
You can pre-order your copy of Couplepause here: https://amzn.eu/d/09BOMd00

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Rethinking Time, Productivity & Purpose: Interview with Lissa Figgins Oct 04, 2026

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Do you ever feel like you’re in a constant battle with time? Always trying to find more of it and always falling short?

If this sounds familiar, we’d encourage you to keep your mind open as you listen to this episode, and consider that the problem might not be time, but our relationship with it.
This week we’re joined by Lissa Figgins, a scaling strategist and podcast host from the US, to talk about time from a Christian perspective — and the difference between managing our time and actually stewarding it.

We talk about why modern life has left so many of us feeling constantly behind, the impact of technology, and why asking ‘what is it time for?’ might be a much better question than ‘how do I fit everything in?

This is a really thought-provoking conversation, so let’s get into it.
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https://redeemhertime.com/

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What A Hostage Negotiator Can Teach Us About Communication: Interview With Nicky Perfect Sep 26, 2026

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What can a hostage negotiator teach us about having better conversations?
Quite a lot, it turns out. Today we're joined by Nicky Perfect, a former police hostage and crisis negotiator who spent years working with the police and UK government in some incredibly challenging situations - including kidnappings, terrorist incidents and major crises.
She went on to become Director of UK Training for hostage and crisis negotiation, teaching police officers, military personnel and other professionals how to communicate in high-pressure situations.
In this episode we talk to Nicky about conflict, communication, listening, relationships and why sometimes the most important thing you can do in a difficult conversation is not to talk at all.
Because as Nicky says, connection comes before direction.
So, whether you’re in a relationship, managing a difficult conversation at work, or simply trying to communicate better with the people you care about, there’s a lot in this conversation for you.

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https://www.nickyperfect.com/

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Midlife Matters: A Round Up Of The Stories We've Been Talking About This Week Sep 19, 2026

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This week we're diving into some of the latest issues affecting our nation - from a new study questioning the booming menopause supplement industry, to whether the term ‘manopause’ is a helpful one.

We’ll also look at what whistleblowers have been saying about the rapid development of AI and of course, those extraordinary political donations to Reform.

But amongst all the noise, uncertainty and division, we’ll share why we believe there is also a growing sense of hope.

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Midlife Stress: Is Your Nervous System Stuck in Overdrive? An Interview With Jane Ollis Sep 13, 2026

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Have you ever wondered why, in your 40s or 50s, you suddenly don't seem to cope with the stress the way you used to? Is it just getting older, is it hormones, or is it something much deeper happening inside your nervous system?
In this episode, we're joined by medical biochemist, central nervous system expert, and founder of Sona, Jane Ollis, to unpack the science. We explore why stress isn't actually the enemy, why recovery is becoming one of the most important health habits in midlife, what heart rate variability can tell us about our resilience, and the simple, evidence-based strategies that can help you feel calmer, healthier, and more in control.
So whether you're feeling burnt out, or simply want to perform at your best for the decades ahead, this episode is for you.

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Back from the Break: What’s Changed, What Matters & Where Do We Go From Here? Sep 05, 2026

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We've had a few weeks off over August, but while we've been away, the world hasn't exactly stood still.

So today we're having a bit of a catch-up - what's happened in the world, what's caught our attention, and what does any of it actually mean for us?

From Meta and our relationship with social media, to the new UK government, gold quietly moving from the US to London, and what's happening in the bond markets and our pensions.

We'll also touch on the idea of the 100-year life, and perhaps most importantly, what September feels like as a natural point to stop, take stock and ask: what are we going to do differently?

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