Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast

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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Nina Manolson is a Body-Peace® coach. She helps women end the war with food and body and finally feel truly at home in their body—as it is. She is known for her deeply feminist, anti-diet, body-peace approach. She brings her 30 years of experience as a therapist, Body-Trust® Guide and Psychology of Eating Teacher to helping women create a respectful and trusting relationship with their food and body. Nina’s Body-Peace work is all in service of helping people get off the diet roller-coaster, and into a compassionate and powerful way of eating & living which creates a positive long-lasting change in and with their bodies. Her courses, coaching, poems and Body-Peace APP positively change the conversation that women are having with their body. 
 
Learn more about Nina: https://ninamanolson.com/
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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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Amy Kemp is the owner and CEO of Amy Kemp, Inc. In her work  she helps leaders and business professionals understand how deeply “thought habits” impact every part of their work and lives. As a certified Habit Finder coach, Amy has led over 400 female business leaders through a four-month small group engagement called Encounter - An experience designed to help clients replace subconscious thought habits that are no longer serving them with more healthy ones. 
 
In addition, Amy teaches two engaging online courses each year in the fall and spring that are designed to challenge and expand her clients’ understanding of themselves and to welcome new, curious people into the scope of her work.
 
Amy s also the author of, I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work.  
 
She has been married to Ryan for over twenty years and they have three children – Avery, Anthony and Andrew.
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykempinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amykempinc LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amykempinc Link to Purchase I See You: https://www.amazon.com/See-You-Guide-Women-More-Without/dp/1774584425/ref=sr_1_1
 
 

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:
The real cost of ignoring menopause in the workplace
How Coral is changing the game in women’s health
Why open conversations and support are everything
The message every woman needs to hear: When women thrive, the world thrives.
 
 
 
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.   
 
Paige Williams — award-winning filmmaker, AI media tech entrepreneur, and author of The Creative Keys, a transformational framework for unlocking purpose through storytelling, creativity, and spiritual wisdom. She’s the founder of AudPop, a global video platform connecting diverse creators to brands and audiences. Her work has been featured at Slamdance, Hot Docs, and VidCon, and she’s led impact-driven storytelling that has raised millions, influenced national policy, and been featured in Forbes Next1000, Inc., and The New York Times. Through The Creative Keys, Paige helps people tap into their inner knowing and turn their truth into aligned action.
 
You can find out more about Paige and her work with the Creative Keys here: 
 
https://www.paigewilliams.co/ https://www.instagram.com/paigewilliamscreates https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigewilliamscreates/

Imagine being sentenced to life in prison for a crime you didn’t commit.
That was Judy Henderson’s reality.
In this gripping episode of The Old Chicks Know Sht Podcast*, Judy shares her extraordinary journey from a life shattered by domestic violence and injustice… to becoming a fierce advocate, certified trainer, and founder of Women Against Violence. Talk about midlife reinvention.
We talk about:
The shocking moment her life changed forever

Surviving 36 years of incarceration with grace and grit

How fitness, therapy, and spiritual awakening became her lifelines

What reintegration after prison really looks like

Why she believes it’s never too late to discover who you are

Judy’s story is a masterclass in resilience, transformation, and the power of never giving up on yourself.

Grab your earbuds—this one will stay with you long after it ends.

If you’ve listened to the podcast before, you know I love sharing stories of women doing incredible things in their 40s, 50s, and beyond—because they’re proof of what’s possible for all of us. And this episode is exactly that.
My guest today is Dr. Jean Marmoreo— A practicing medical doctor, author, marathon runner, adventurer, and advocate (oh, and did I mention she’s in her 80s?). Jean has been a trailblazer in women’s health, menopause, and medical assistance in dying, and she’s still going strong.
We dive into her journey of personal growth and reinvention after 50, and what keeps her inspired and evolving well into her 80s. Jean opens up about:
The power of embracing new challenges at any age
How purpose and community fuel lifelong growth
Lessons learned from working with end-of-life patients
And why trying new things and staying curious is the secret to a fulfilling life
We also talk candidly about menopause, aging, and the resilience it takes to navigate the twists and turns of midlife and beyond.
Jean is living proof that it’s never too late to grow, stretch, and surprise yourself. You’re going to love this conversation.
 
Learn more about Dr. Jean Marmareo here:https://www.dr-jean.com/about-dr-jean

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:
The power of the subconscious mind to influence our behavior and decisions
Why our Intuition often gets ignored
How to find resourcefulness in difficult situations
How forgiveness is about reclaiming your power, not excusing behavior
How to tell when were making current decisions from a old wounds.
 
and so much more!
 
 
If you’re ready to dive into the life that you truly desire - this episode is for you!
 
 
Connect with Jennifer on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldchicksknowshit
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Website: www.oldchicksknowshit.com
 
Find Riana here:
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rianamalia
 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rianamalia
 
Youtube: https://youtu.be/0nIyKSXB3Es