Bruce Willis has spent decades on screen as one of Hollywood?s strongest leading men. Now, his wife Emma Heming Willis is redefining what strength looks like behind the scenes. In this powerful and deeply insightful conversation, Emma joins Tamsen to share what she?s learned from caring for Bruce and how her experience has become a guide for millions of caregivers around the world. Emma opens up about the early signs she noticed, what it felt like to get Bruce?s diagnosis, and how she?s learned to care for herself while caring for him.  She also shares the practical lessons that every caregiver needs: the expert advice, daily adjustments, and small shifts that can change everything for both the person you love and yourself. Drawing on research and interviews from her book The Unexpected Journey, Emma breaks down real, usable information that every family can benefit from, whether you?re in the caregiving role now or know you will be one day. You?ll learn: -The subtle early signs that something may be changing with a loved one -The small, evidence-based adjustments that make caregiving easier day-to-day -How to protect your physical and mental health as a caregiver -What most families don?t realize about support systems and self-care -The mindset shifts that helped Emma move from isolation to advocacy This conversation is honest, hopeful, and full of practical wisdom.If you?ve ever cared for someone you love, or you know you might one day, Emma?s voice will give you the tools and strength to face it with compassion and grace. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Emma? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website Read her book, The Unexpected Journey: Finding Strength, Hope, and Yourself on the Caregiving Path This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit www.joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, you?ll learn why you feel disconnected even when your life looks full and how to start feeling safe, seen, and connected again. Tamsen sits down with Anna Runkle, trauma expert and creator of The Crappy Childhood Fairy, to unpack how early emotional wounds shape your adult relationships, why you pull away when you?re overwhelmed, and how to rebuild trust in yourself and others. Anna shares the science of nervous system regulation, what ?covert avoidance? really looks like, and the small daily practices that rewire your brain for connection and calm. Inside this episode, you?ll learn: - Why trauma makes it hard to feel safe around people - How to recognize when ?me time? has turned into isolation - The hidden ways you push others away without realizing it - Simple tools to re-regulate your nervous system in minutes - How to rebuild connection and community without losing yourself If you?ve ever wondered why you pull back when you most need people, or you?re ready to stop feeling so alone, this episode is for you. The healing starts with you, and it changes everything for the people who follow. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Anna? Follow her on Instagram Visit her Website This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, you?ll learn why so many women inherit body shame, how to break free from approval addiction, and how to finally make peace with your body. Today, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Shefali, a leading psychologist and bestselling author known for helping women wake up to their power and heal the generational patterns that keep them small. Dr. Shefali is a global voice in conscious living and female empowerment whose work blends psychology, spirituality, and science to help women reconnect to themselves. This conversation will change the way you think about confidence, aging, and what it really means to feel comfortable in your own skin. Inside this episode, you?ll learn: -Why women unconsciously inherit body shame from past generations -How to stop passing those beliefs to your daughters and sons -The truth about approval addiction and how to break it -How to rebuild self-worth and confidence in midlife -The science of female biology and power that patriarchy made us forget -Simple tools to create peace with your body and yourself Whether you?ve spent years trying to ?fix? yourself or you?re ready to feel free in your skin again, this episode is for you. The shift starts with you, and it changes everything for the women who follow. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Shefali Tsabary? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website Read her book, A Radical Awakening: Turn Pain into Power, Embrace Your Truth, Live Free  This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What would your life look like if you felt powerful around money instead of anxious or unsure? In this episode, personal finance expert Farnoosh Torabi joins Tamsen for an honest conversation about what?s really holding women back from financial confidence. They talk about the fear so many of us carry: fear of not knowing enough, fear of losing control, fear of starting too late and how to move through it. Farnoosh shares the mindset shifts and real-world tools that help women build independence. She?s teaching us how to negotiate your worth, create safety nets that last, and invest with clarity instead of fear. In this episode, you?ll hear: -The quiet fears that shape how women handle money -How to ask for more and actually get it -The simple systems that protect your financial future -What rebuilding after debt or divorce really looks like -How to feel calm and in control when it comes to money Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Farnoosh Torabi? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website  This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From low libido to painful sex to the truth about testosterone, Dr. Kelly Casperson is back, and this time, she?s answering your questions. In this episode, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Casperson, the leading urologist, author, and leading voice in women?s sexual health for an honest, no-shame conversation about what?s really happening to women?s bodies in midlife. She explains how hormones shift during perimenopause and menopause, why desire changes, and what women can actually do to feel better in their bodies again. From hormone therapy and vaginal estrogen to confidence, pleasure, and how to start these conversations with your doctor (or your partner). It?s real answers, real science, and the kind of clarity every woman deserves. Plus, keep listening for a special conversation with Dr. Isabelle Raymond, SVP of Clinical and Medical Affairs at Nutrafol, who joins Tamsen to dive deeper into the connection between hormones and hair health ? and the importance of closing the research gap on women in menopause.  Here?s what you?ll learn: - What?s really happening to your hormones during perimenopause and menopause - Why libido and energy change and how to get them back - The truth about testosterone for women - How hormone therapy really works and when to consider it - The connection between vaginal health, confidence, and pleasure - BONUS: How hair changes during perimenopause and menopause, the importance of a whole body approach and why inclusive research matters Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Kelly Casperson? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website Get Dr. Casperson?s new book, The Menopause Moment. Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, pioneering the future of hair health with clinically tested, physician-formulated solutions that deliver real results and empower people to feel confident at every life stage. Want more from Nutrafol? Follow Nutrafol on InstagramVisit Nutrafol at Nutrafol.com This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It?s not your imagination. Something?s changing and it?s time men finally understood what that really means. The Men?s Guide to Menopause is the first of its kind: a no-BS, science-meets-real-life guide to understanding menopause, perimenopause, hormones, hormone therapy, and everything else no one ever explained about women?s health in midlife. Tamsen sits down with the leading OB-GYNs, urologists, menopause specialists, neuroscientists, and more to explain what?s really going on, from the hormone shifts behind mood, sleep, and sex to the science that can actually make it better. ?? Download the FREE printable Men?s Guide to Menopause ? Here?s what you?ll learn about in this episode: -What?s actually happening to women?s hormones during perimenopause and menopause -How hormone therapy works and when to consider it -Why brain fog, mood swings, and sleep issues happen, and how to help -How menopause changes intimacy and libido, and what can make it better -The science behind testosterone and vaginal estrogen for women -What doctors often miss about menopause and how to advocate for better care Whether it?s your partner, your mom, your sister, your friend, or your coworker, every woman deserves to be understood. Because when you finally get it, you don?t just understand her, you become a #ManOfThePause. Want to keep learning? Get Tamsen?s New York Times bestselling book, How To Menopause. Watch full video episodes HERE Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Perimenopause can feel like losing control of your own body: the hot flashes, the sleepless nights, the brain fog, the sudden anxiety. In this powerful conversation, Tamsen sits down with leading OB/GYN and author of the upcoming book The New Perimenopause, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, to unpack what?s really happening during perimenopause and menopause, and what women can do to take control.  In this episode, Dr. Haver breaks down everything you need to know about hormone therapy, vaginal estrogen, and testosterone for women, and how small changes in sleep, nutrition, and protein can improve libido, bone health, and even anxiety and depression. This episode is about understanding your body, not fighting it. Dr. Haver breaks down what most women are never told: - why sleep becomes harder and what actually helps - how estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone work together - the truth about hormone therapy and who it?s safe for - what to do when your doctor dismisses your symptoms - how protein, strength training, and supplements like magnesium make a real difference This conversation will leave you feeling seen, informed, and more in control of what?s happening in your body. Because perimenopause isn?t the end of something, it?s the beginning of understanding yourself in a whole new way. The Tamsen Show is nominated for a Signal Award! We would be so grateful if you would vote. Thank you so much for your support ?https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting?utm_campaign=signal4_finalists_finalistnotification_092325&utm_medium=email&utm_source=cio#/2025/shows/genre/self-improvement-self-help Learn How To Perimenopause with Tamsen?s free guide: https://www.tamsenfadal.com/how-to-perimenopause  Want to learn how you can advocate for yourself in the doctor?s office or at work? Get Tamsen?s FREE Menopause Action Plan:  https://www.tamsenfadal.com/map-menopause-action-plan  Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Mary Claire Haver? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website  This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit https://www.joinmidi.com/Tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?ve seen her on screen for decades, but what you might not know is that Naomi Watts was told by Hollywood she?d be ?done? by 40 and at 36, while her career was taking off, she was already in perimenopause. For years, she carried her symptoms in silence, afraid that talking about menopause would end her career. Today, Naomi is rewriting the script. She?s built Stripes, a brand dedicated to women in midlife, and is changing how Hollywood, and the world, talks about aging, identity, and reinvention. In this episode, you?ll learn: - The shock of being told you?re ?close to menopause? in your 30s - Why silence and stigma kept Naomi from sharing her struggles for years - How she built a company that puts menopause front and center - The surprising conversations happening on Hollywood sets right now - Why love, confidence, and purpose often come later in life If you?ve ever felt invisible, ?too old,? or unsure of what comes next, this conversation will leave you seen, validated, and inspired to own your story. Watch full video episodes HERE Download Tamsen's free perimenopause guide HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Naomi? Follow her on Instagram Check out Stripes Beauty Order Naomi?s book Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I'd Known About Menopause Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com/TAMSEN This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reinvention, identity loss, and personal growth aren?t just themes in Bobbi Brown?s story, they define it. Bobbi Brown, the legendary makeup artist and entrepreneur, described the moment everything she had built was suddenly gone. In an unexpected twist of midlife reinvention, she faced the loss of her identity, proving that even icons must confront the need for personal reinvention and bold career pivots. For years, her name was everywhere, but behind the success, she was grieving the loss of who she thought she was and wondering how to reclaim her authentic self without it. Instead of staying stuck, Bobbi chose career reinvention. She found the courage to begin again, to take all the lessons from one life chapter and build something new on her own terms. Today, with Jones Road Beauty, she embodies women empowerment and shows us that reinventing yourself after 40 can be the most powerful act of all. In this episode, you?ll learn: - What it feels like to lose a piece of your identity and how to find your authentic self again - The courage it takes to start over when you feel like the rug?s been pulled out from under you - How rejection became Bobbi?s turning point for life reinvention - The mindset shifts that helped her rebuild with Jones Road Beauty - Why confidence is the foundation for navigating career pivots and moving forward stronger If you?ve ever felt knocked down, questioned your worth, or wondered how to begin again, Bobbi?s story will show you that reinventing yourself isn?t just possible, it can be the most powerful chapter of your life. Order Bobbi?s new book Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Leading an Authentic Life now! Check out Jones Road Beauty for Bobbi?s no-make up make up look line of products Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Bobbi? Follow her on Instagram This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit joinmidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heart disease is the number one killer of women, yet most of us still think of it as a ?man?s disease.? Symptoms like fatigue, jaw pain, nausea, or palpitations are too often brushed off as stress, anxiety, or just ?normal aging.? The result? Women wait longer to get care, and their first heart attack is more likely to be fatal. Dr. Jayne Morgan, leading cardiologist and researcher, joins Tamsen to explain the real connection between menopause and cardiovascular risk, and why it?s time for women to take their symptoms seriously. In this episode, you?ll learn: - The silent signs of heart disease that women often miss or dismiss - Why menopause and perimenopause dramatically increase heart risk - How hot flashes, palpitations, and even itchy ears can be red flags - What 37 minutes of delay in care means for women?s survival - The lifestyle shifts and medical conversations that actually protect your heart If you?ve ever wondered whether it?s hormones, stress, or something more, this conversation will help you connect the dots, advocate for yourself, and protect your health before it?s too late. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Jayne Morgan? Follow her on Instagram This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maybe you?ve noticed you don?t feel like yourself anymore. The brain fog, mood swings, weight gain and exhaustion creep in slowly, and most women never realize these symptoms can start as early as their late 30s. Too often, they?re dismissed as stress, depression, or just part of getting older. But they?re not, they?re signs of perimenopause. Dr. Mary Claire Haver, leading OB/GYN, bestselling author of The New Menopause and the upcoming book The New Perimenopause, joins me to explain what?s really happening in this overlooked stage of life and why it matters for every woman?s long-term health. In this episode, you?ll learn: - Why so many women miss the early signs of perimenopause - The science behind hormonal chaos and how it impacts your brain, heart, bones, and metabolism - The real cost of being told to ?tough it out,? from osteoporosis to dementia - Which symptoms to watch for (beyond hot flashes) and why blood tests often don?t give answers - The tools and mindset shifts that help you feel like yourself again If you?ve ever felt ?off? and wondered if it?s you, stress, or something deeper, this conversation will give you answers, validation, and a way forward. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more support in perimenopause? Get Tamsen?s FREE guide HERE Want more from Dr. Mary Claire Haver? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website  Head to BranchBasics.com and use code TAMSEN for 15% off your Starter Kit  #ad #sponsored This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com/tamsen today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ADHD in women has been invisible for decades. The overwhelm, the racing thoughts, the feeling that everything is urgent are often dismissed as anxiety, depression, or just ?being busy.? But they?re not character flaws, they?re signs of something deeper. In this episode, Shanna Pearson, founder of Expert ADHD Coaching and author of Invisible ADHD, shares why so many women are only being diagnosed later in life, how perimenopause and menopause hormones intensify symptoms, and the real strategies that help women regain control. They talk about: - Why ADHD in women often gets misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression - How estrogen and dopamine shifts in midlife affect focus and regulation - A simple way to cut through overwhelm by narrowing your focus - Reset tools, from physical state changes to writing exercises,  that stop spirals in their tracks - How ADHD impacts confidence, relationships, and careers, and what to do about it Shanna also shares the positives often overlooked, including how hyperfocus can be harnessed in the right environments and why the right tools, not just medication, can transform daily life. If you?ve ever wondered whether it?s ADHD, menopause, or just modern life, this conversation will help you see yourself more clearly and give you solutions you can use right away. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Want to try the self-assessments mentioned in this episode? Patient Health Questionnaire 9 Depression Self Assessment GAD-7 Anxiety Self Assessment Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale Symptom Checklist Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Shanna? Pre-order her book here Visit her website  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com/TAMSEN This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens to the female brain in midlife is one of the least talked-about and most misunderstood health issues of our time. The slips in memory, the fog, the sudden loss of focus can feel alarming. But they?re not random, and they?re not a sign you?re broken, they?re a sign of change. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Mosconi, a leading neuroscientist who has dedicated her life?s work to studying women?s brains, bestselling author, and Director of the Women?s Brain Initiative at Weill Cornell Medicine, shares new findings from CARE, the first global study of its kind on women?s brains. Her research reveals why menopause marks a turning point for brain health, why women are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer?s, and what science says can change that trajectory. You?ll learn: - How to tell the difference between brain fog and early signs of cognitive decline - Why the drop in estrogen changes how the brain uses energy and what to do about it - The window of time when hormone therapy may protect long-term brain health - Foods and nutrients proven to support memory and focus in midlife - Daily habits, from hydration to movement, that reduce risk and improve clarity This is the conversation every woman deserves. Get the clarity, science, and solutions from one of the world?s leading experts on women?s brain health. See the brain scans Dr. Mosconi discusses in this episode.  Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Mosconi? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website  To find out more about Dr. Mosconi?s research and CARE program, visit their website. This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maybe your workouts don?t work the way they used to. Maybe you?ve noticed stubborn belly fat, or you don?t feel as strong as you once did. Here?s the truth: it?s not your fault, and it?s not inevitable. The missing piece isn?t more cardio, it?s strength. Dr. Vonda Wright, MD, is a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon, bestselling author and one of the world?s leading experts on women?s health, mobility, and longevity. She joins me to share the proven formula every woman needs to burn fat, build muscle, and age strong. In this conversation, you?ll learn: - The 3 at-home markers every woman should be tracking and what they reveal about your future health. - Why cardio alone will never keep women healthy and what your body actually needs instead. - The strength training strategies that help women lose fat, gain muscle, and extend longevity. - How hormones and muscle work together to shape your future health. - The daily habits that protect you from frailty and keep you independent. Dr. Wright also shares insights from her groundbreaking book ?Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power?, and the mindset shift that will completely change the way you think about aging, so you can stop fearing it and start owning it. Whether you?re 30, 50, or 70, this episode gives you the science-backed blueprint every woman needs to stay strong, energized, and powerful for life. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Vonda Wright? Follow her on Instagram Get Dr. Vonda Wright?s New Book, Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power Get the grip strength tool from this episode HERE. This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your home is juggling teens, step parent dynamics, and even caring for aging parents, this conversation gives you a clear, rules-based plan you can use across all of it. Dr. Aliza Pressman is a developmental psychologist, co-founder of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, and author of The 5 Principles of Parenting. She lays out what works in blended homes, co-parenting, and hormonal seasons so your house runs on calm and consistency, not crisis. You?ll learn how to align expectations across two homes, set stepparent boundaries that build trust, and protect everyone?s nervous system when hormones run high. What you?ll learn: - How to balance kids, stepparent dynamics, and elder care without burning out - Stepparent boundaries and practical language that build trust - Ways to keep rules and consequences consistent across two homes - How to use repair before discipline and what that looks like in practice - Phone and sleep limits that reduce reactivity and improve moods - A 5-minute reset to use before tough conversations - How to split the mental load so it actually feels fair - How to spot your triggers and stay regulated when hormones run high This isn?t about perfect parenting. It?s about a steady plan you can use tonight to make a blended, hormonal household feel sane again. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Aliza Pressman? Follow her on Instagram Visit her website  This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you?ve ever thought, "What is happening to my face?," this episode gives you the science and solutions to finally understand it. From crepey skin to jawline shifts to hair that?s suddenly thinning, midlife changes can feel confusing and frustrating. Most women don?t know what?s really going on, or what to do about it. In this episode, Tamsen sits down with one of the country?s top dermatologists, Dr. Doris Day, to break down what?s actually happening to your skin, face, and hair and how to take care of them in your 40s and beyond. Dr. Day has been seeing patients for over 30 years. She?s helped develop some of the world?s top skincare products and brings practical, science-backed solutions that actually work. She?ll explain why your skin feels different, what to avoid when it comes to filler, and how to spot early signs of perimenopause on your face before any other doctor does. What you?ll learn: -Why your skin texture is changing and what?s really behind it -What causes thinning hair and what helps -The truth about under -Eye filler and why it can make you look older -The skincare routine Dr. Day gives her patients in their 40s and beyond -How strength training impacts collagen and skin quality -What "filler fatigue" is and how to avoid looking overdone This isn?t about trying to look 25. It?s about working with your face, not against it and feeling confident in your skin again. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Day? Follow her on Instagram Visit Her Website  This show is sponsored by Midi Health. Visit JoinMidi.com today to book your personalized, insurance-covered virtual visit. Midi. The Care Women Deserve. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If your friendships have started to feel more distant, more confusing, or more draining than they used to, you're not imagining it. Tamsen sits down with leading therapist and author Minaa B. to talk about the emotional side of adult friendships: the breakups, the boundaries, the loneliness, and why building connections can feel so hard, especially in midlife. Drawing from her clinical work, Minaa shares a powerful framework for understanding the different roles people play in our lives and how to build the kind of support system we actually need. What you?ll get: - Why friendship starts to feel more complicated in your 30s, 40s, and beyond- The 4 types of support we all need and how to find them- What to do if you feel like you have no real friends right now- How to stop shrinking yourself to stay connected- The difference between healthy boundaries and shutting people out- A new way to think about connection that doesn?t feel like a chore Friendship isn't just nice to have. It?s essential and it?s okay to want more from it. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Minaa? Get her book ?Owning Our Struggles? HERE Follow her on Instagram Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?ve been told a little wine is harmless. But experts say it?s impacting your brain, your hormones, and your sleep more than you think. The good news? What you eat can help change that. In this episode, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Brooke Scheller, a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition and author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink, to reveal how food can lower cravings, balance hormones, and protect your health?even if you still enjoy a drink. You?ll learn why alcohol tolerance shifts with age, how it affects your mood and energy, and the simple nutrition strategies that make it easier to feel your best without giving up everything you love. Here?s what you?ll take away: - Why your evening cravings have more to do with blood sugar than willpower - How alcohol impacts your brain, hormones, and long-term health - The truth about alcohol and midlife belly fat (and what to do about it) - The surprising link between drinking, stress, and sleep disruption - Foods that help reset your body and cut back effortlessly - Smart ways to drink less (without feeling deprived) In this episode, Dr. Scheller shows you how to make small, smart changes that can transform the way you feel about drinking. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Brooke Scheller? Check out her website HERE Follow her on Instagram Read her book How to Eat to Change How You Drink Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if midlife wasn?t something to fear, but the perfect time to create the life you really want? In this episode, New York Times bestselling author and Modern Elder Academy founder Chip Conley reveals his six-step framework for thriving in the second half of life. These steps aren?t theory, they?re actionable tools you can start using today to find more purpose, joy, and vitality in midlife and beyond. Chip shares how a near-death experience, a cancer battle, and his own version of ?male menopause? changed everything and how what he learned can change everything for you, too. Here?s what you?ll discover in this conversation: - The single mindset shift that can add 7.5 years to your life - Why midlife isn?t a crisis, it?s a reset (and how to navigate it) - How to stop chasing achievements and start building a life that feels good - Why editing your life is the key to creating space for what matters most - The role of purpose and service in living longer, better If you?ve ever asked yourself ?What?s next for me??, this episode is your blueprint Watch full episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Chip Conley? Check out his website HERE Follow him on Instagram Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?re showing up, pushing through, doing everything you?ve been told to do. But your body feels unpredictable. You?re wired at night, exhausted by morning, gaining weight without changing a thing, and wondering why no one is talking about this. This is perimenopause, and most women have no idea how early it starts or how many symptoms are connected to it. In part one of this two-part conversation, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Heather Hirsch, a leading menopause clinician and author of the upcoming book The Perimenopause Survival Guide, to break down what?s actually happening inside your body and what you can do to take back control. In this episode, they uncover: - The most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause and why they matter - How hormone shifts affect your mood, metabolism, sleep, skin, and focus - Which lab tests are worth requesting in perimenopause and how to interpret them - A clear breakdown of hormone therapy for perimenopause and the questions to ask before exploring it - The key appointment every woman should have by age 38 to protect her long-term health If you?ve been told ?you?re fine? but you don?t feel fine, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next. Stop playing whack-a-mole with your symptoms. It?s time to get clear answers. Take this quick quiz to see if you might be in perimenopause and get expert-backed guidance on what to do next. Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Heather Hirsch? Check out her website HERE Follow her on Instagram Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sleep is one of the most common complaints in perimenopause and menopause. It?s also one of the most important. When you?re not sleeping, everything else suffers: your mood, your energy, your memory, your health. In this episode, Tamsen sits down with leading clinical psychologist and sleep expert Dr. Shelby Harris, author of ?The Women?s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia: Get a Good Night?s Sleep Without Relying on Medication,? to break down what?s really going on with women?s sleep in midlife and what to do about it. In this episode, they uncover: -The hormonal and neurological shifts that quietly disrupt sleep -How to tell the difference between insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome -Why melatonin and magnesium aren?t always the answer -What CBT-I is and why it?s the most effective treatment for insomnia -What it actually takes to retrain your body to rest If you?re lying awake at night and exhausted during the day, this conversation will give you real answers and a plan to finally get the sleep you need. Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full episodes HERE Download the FREE Menopause Sleep Toolkit Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Shelby Harris? Visit her website Follow her on Instagram Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?re told it?s all in your head. That you?re too young. That it?s just stress. But what if the real reason you feel off is something no one?s talking about?  This week, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn, a board-certified OB-GYN and breast cancer survivor, for a conversation about early menopause, hormone therapy, and why women who need answers the most are often dismissed the fastest. As someone who?s personally gone through menopause three times (medically, chemically, and surgically) Dr. Menn knows firsthand what women are up against when it comes to their health. And she?s on a mission to challenge the medical gaslighting so many women face when they hit midlife and don?t feel like themselves anymore. In this episode, they uncover: -The difference between perimenopause, premature menopause, and early menopause -Why 1 in 8 women lose ovarian function early and what that means for long-term health -How autoimmune disease, endometriosis, cancer treatment, and hysterectomy can trigger early menopause -What your doctor probably isn?t telling you about hormone therapy even if you?ve had breast cancer -The truth about castration in women and why that term matters -How Dr. Menn?s own story is helping other women feel seen and heard Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Corinne Menn? Visit her website Follow her on Instagram Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most women in menopause are never told the full story about testosterone. We?re told it?s a male hormone or that it?s just about sex, if it?s mentioned at all. But the truth is, testosterone plays a major role in women?s health during perimenopause and menopause. And for many women, it?s the missing piece of hormone therapy. In this episode, Tamsen sits down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a leading urologist and one of the top experts prescribing testosterone to women every day, to cut through the confusion. If you?ve been told no, if you?re not feeling like yourself, or if you?re just trying to figure out what is going on with your hormones, this conversation is for you. In this episode they uncover: - Why testosterone matters for women in menopause and why it?s not just about libido - The most common myths about hormones and what doctors are still getting wrong - How to know if you?re a candidate for testosterone and what testing actually works - What to say if your doctor shuts you down - How testosterone affects energy, mood, sex, and identity in midlife - What women in other countries already have access to and what?s coming next. Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full video episodes HERE Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before. Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Kelly Casperson? Follow her on Instagram. Pre-order Dr. Kelly Casperson?s new book, The Menopause Moment here. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever feel like you're the one holding it all together, while someone else creates the chaos? Tamsen sits down with Dr. Lindsay Gibson, clinical psychologist and author of the New York Times bestselling book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, to talk about the emotional patterns we carry from childhood into midlife, and what happens when they start to crack. They break down the four types of emotionally immature parents: the emotional, the driven, the passive, and the rejecting. And how each one leaves its mark on your confidence, your relationships, and the way you see yourself. In this episode they uncover: ? Why high-functioning women still feel ?not good enough? ? The deep loneliness that shows up in midlife (even when you're surrounded by people) ? The role of ?healing fantasies? and why they keep us stuck ? What brain scramble is and how to protect your peace in tough conversations ? How to finally stop carrying emotional responsibility for everyone elseThis one gets to the heart of those quiet insecurities we don?t always say out loud, but feel deeply. ?Watch full video episodes HERE? Want more from Dr. Lindsay Gibson? Get her book: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Visit her website Get Tamsen?s new book, ?How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before? ?Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram? ?Follow Tamsen on Instagram? ?Follow Tamsen on TikTok? Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Urinary leakage. Painful sex. That pressure you can?t explain. If you've been told these are just ?normal? parts of getting older or having kids, this episode will open your eyes. Tamsen sits down with board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Sara Reardon (known online as The Vagina Whisperer) to get honest about the symptoms women are still suffering through in silence. From perimenopause to postpartum, Dr. Reardon shares how pelvic floor dysfunction shows up, why it's more common than you think, and what you can actually do about it. No shame, no confusion. Just real answers for women who are ready to feel strong in their bodies again. In this episode, they cover: ? What the pelvic floor actually is and how it supports your core health  ? How perimenopause and hormonal shifts impact bladder control and sexual function  ? Why pelvic pain, leakage, and pressure are common but not normal  ? What pelvic floor therapy looks like and how to know if you need it  ? The truth about Kegels and why they?re not always the answer  ? How posture, stress, and childbirth affect your pelvic health at every age  ? When to ask for help and how to find the right pelvic floor specialist Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full video episodes HERE Want more from Dr. Sara Reardon? Get her book Floored: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Health Visit her website Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?ve heard the headlines. Ozempic, Wegovy, GLP-1s. But what is actually happening inside your body when you take them? In this episode, Tamsen sits back down with Triple Board-Certified Endocrinologist and Belly Fat Expert Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen to get real, science-backed answers. They break down how these medications work, why muscle loss is a real risk, and how hormone therapy plays a role in your overall metabolic health. This conversation goes beyond quick fixes and tackles what sustainable, medically informed weight loss really looks like. It?s about body composition, long-term health, and understanding the emotional impact of a changing body. This episode will cover: -How GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy work in the gut, brain, and pancreas -The connection between GLP-1s, visceral fat, and insulin resistance -Why you may be losing muscle instead of fat if not monitored properly -What "Ozempic butt" really means and how to prevent it -The truth about hair loss, protein intake, and rapid weight loss -When to combine GLP-1s with hormone therapy and how to approach it safely -Why weight loss isn't just physical and the emotional impact many women aren't prepared for Dr. Rocio is the founder of New York Endocrinology and a leading voice in obesity medicine. Her upcoming book, Weightless: A Doctor's Guide to GLP-1 Medications, Sustainable Weight Loss, and the Health You Deserve will cover everything she shares in her practice and more. Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. ?Watch full video episodes on YouTube? Get Tamsen?s new book, ?How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? ?Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram? ?Follow Tamsen on Instagram? ?Follow Tamsen on TikTok? ?Want more from Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen? Visit here website? ?For the latest updates on her upcoming book, follow her on social media.? If you loved this episode, you're going to love our ?hour long episode about Hormone Therapy with leading OBGYN Dr. Sharon Malone. ? Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You?re eating healthy. You?re working out. You?ve cut sugar, carbs, and wine. But the belly fat is still there and no one is giving you answers. This episode connects all the dots. Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, a triple board-certified endocrinologist, joins Tamsen to explain exactly what?s happening inside your body during midlife and what you can finally do to feel better in it. Hormones. Insulin. Thyroid. Stress. Sleep. It?s all part of the story, and Dr. Rocio gives women the real talk they?re not getting in most doctors? offices. This is the episode that clears the confusion and gives you the clarity you?ve been craving. What they talk about: -Why fat accumulates around the belly in perimenopause and how to reverse it -The exact lab markers to request to check for insulin resistance and early prediabetes -How to know if your thyroid is working against you, even with ?normal? results -What visceral fat is, why it's so dangerous, and the proven ways to reduce it -How stress, poor sleep, and cortisol spikes make weight loss nearly impossible and how to fix it -What to eat (and when) to balance blood sugar and reduce inflammation -How to advocate for better care if your doctor won?t dig deeper Loving The Tamsen Show podcast? If you have a moment, your review could be the reason another woman finally hears the thing she?s been needing. Watch full video episodes on YouTube Get Tamsen?s new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Want more from Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen? Visit here website For the latest updates on her upcoming book, follow her on social media. If you loved this episode, you're going to love our hour long episode about Hormone Therapy with leading OBGYN Dr. Sharon Malone. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you the one who always says yes? Who fixes, accommodates, anticipates, and quietly resents it later? In this week?s episode, Tamsen sits down with psychotherapist and bestselling author Terri Cole to talk about the hidden habits of high -functioning codependents, especially in midlife, during perimenopause, or after a major life shift. In this episode, you'll learn: - What high-functioning codependency actually looks like and why most women don?t recognize it -How menopause can be a wake-up call for self-abandonment -Why so many women feel emotionally drained in midlife and what to do about it -How to unpack the patterns we learn in childhood that shape how we caretake and over-function -The scripts and boundary tools to help you say no, protect your energy, and finally consider yourself This is a must-listen for anyone who feels like they?re doing it all, but losing themselves in theprocess. Watch the full video episode here Get Tamsen's new book, How To Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before. ? Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Find more about Terri Cole and her work on her website Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you?ve ever wondered why certain relationships feel so hard or why you?ve spent a lifetime craving a kind of love you can?t quite name, this special Mother?s Day edition will give you language for what you?ve lived. Tamsen sits down with licensed professional counselor and bestselling author Kelly McDaniel to talk about Mother Hunger, a term she coined to describe the deep, often hidden longing many women carry from not getting the love, protection, or guidance they needed as daughters. They talk about: - Why so many women struggle with emotional eating, self-worth, and romantic patterns?and how it ties back to early attachment - What ?mother hunger? really means, and why most women don?t recognize it until midlife - How your earliest experiences shape your relationships, your body image, and your ability to trust - The emotional cost of caring for a mother who couldn?t care for you - What it means to crave love that feels safe, steady, and nourishing - How to begin healing, even if your mother is gone, unavailable, or unwilling - Why midlife is often the moment women finally face the grief they?ve been carrying for decades - How unresolved mother hunger can show up in love, sex, food, and friendships and what to do about it - Whether forgiveness is necessary in order to move on and what to do if an apology never comes This episode is for every woman who has ever said ?I?m fine? when she wasn?t and is finally ready to tell herself the truth. Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal You can find Kelly Here: https://kellymcdanieltherapy.com/ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've ever questioned your reality, blamed your hormones, or been told you?re ?too sensitive,? this conversation will change how you see everything. Tamsen sits down with world-renowned psychologist and narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula, author of the New York Times bestseller It?s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People, to decode the emotional warfare so many women face in toxic relationships, especially in midlife. They talk about: How narcissists twist your words and make you question your memory-The subtle ways they use your hormones and emotions against you-Why smart, self-aware women stay in toxic relationships longer than they should-The early red flags that feel easy to dismiss but matter most-What love bombing actually looks like (and why it works so well)-Why midlife often becomes the breaking point for women in these dynamics-How to rebuild your confidence and sense of reality after emotional abuse This episode is a wake-up call and a roadmap to help you stop second-guessing yourself and start trusting what you know. Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: FREE resourcesWebsite: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal You can find Dr Ramani here:  https://doctor-ramani.com/ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you think it?s too late for love, think again. In this powerful conversation, Tamsen sits down with leading Relationship Expert Jillian Turecki to find out what she?s learned after coaching thousands of couples, hosting over 150 episodes of her hit podcast Jillian on Love, and writing her game-changing New York Times bestselling book It Begins With You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life. We get into: Why real love starts with you (not someone else) The #1 dating mistake people are still making in 2025 How to tell if it?s real love or just temporary lust Why chasing someone never leads to true connection How to rebuild your confidence after heartbreak, divorce, or midlife changes Why feeling "not good enough" keeps you stuck (and how to break that cycle) How to date smarter without feeling burned out or discouraged-Why settling feels safer, but costs you everything How to fill your own cup first so you attract healthy love This episode is your roadmap to stop settling, break old patterns, and finally find the connection you deserve. Real love is possible, but it begins with you. Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal You can find Jillian here: Website: https://www.jillianturecki.com/ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. What you?ll learn;  Why novel experiences are a natural antidepressant The mental health cost of playing it safe and sticking to routine Chronic unhappiness and the silent pain of high-functioning women Anhedonia: the medical term for when nothing feels good anymore How thyroid issues and perimenopause are often misdiagnosed as mood swings Why your second act isn?t about accumulation, it?s about experience The pressure to partner up and how it leads to compromising your worth Why you should never date to fill a void What ghosting really says about emotional maturity How to build self-worth before dating again Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal You can find Dr Safai here:  Website: yaldasafaimd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yaldasafaimd Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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:  The latest guidelines for screenings  The difference between local and systemic disease    What metastatic breast cancer really means The real link between alcohol and breast cancer How and when to check your own breasts Why you should not be apologetic to Doctors Breast cancer myths debunked from deodorant to bras Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool: https://bcrisktool.cancer.gov/          Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Today's episode is sponsored by Field of Greens! Get 20% off your first order! Just use code TAMSEN at fieldofgreens.com. You can find Dr. Elizabeth Comen here:  Website: www.drelizabethcomen.com Book: https://www.drelizabethcomen.com/book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelizabethcomen Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: Why ?imposter syndrome? is a lie and where it actually comes from How to figure out what?s next when you feel stuck or lost in midlife The power of choosing bravery over perfection Why we must stop minimizing women?s pain?especially in perimenopause How failure can become your superpower Why your best work is still ahead of you Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal You can find Reshma here:  Instagram: @reshmasaujani Website: https://www.reshmasaujani.com Podcast: https://lemonada.lnk.to/mysocalledmidlifehs Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: How to break free from the social pressure to stay in your lane Why community and friendship are more important than romantic relationships  Curating a new wardrobe that reflects your body now Why holding onto old clothes is psychological torture Success isn?t defined by titles, possessions, or external validation Why women need to talk more openly about money. How fear keeps you stuck and why getting older is the perfect time to be braver Why it?s never too late to reinvent yourself  How to let go of the "expiration date" mindset  Watch the Full Episode and Subscribe to Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Follow Stacy on Social: https://www.instagram.com/stacylondonreal Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ?  http://www.howtomenopause.com Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: How do GLP-1 medications like Ozempic work?  Why weight loss isn't just about strong willpower The importance of healthy habits and food tracking if you take Ozempic The rise of compounding pharmacies and the larger risks involved How Ozempic interacts with menopause and hormone therapy Why strength training and whole foods are crucial for long-term health The emotional toll of body dysmorphia, navigating aging body image Can you realistically stop taking GLP-1 drugs once you start?  Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com  Today's episode is sponsored by Field of Greens! Get 20% off your first order! Just use code TAMSEN at fieldofgreens.com. Follow The Tamsen Show:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal For more insights, check out Dr. Sowa?s book ?The Ozempic Revolution? https://getsowell.com Find Dr. Sowa here: https://alexandrasowamd.com Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. - Get my new book, How To Menopause, Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life and Feel Even Better Than Before ? http://www.howtomenopause.com ? If you love the podcast and want to support it, please subscribe and rate us 5 stars!  Your support helps amplify women's stories and keeps these important conversations going. - Join Tamsen's newsletter and be part of an incredible community of women navigating life together. Get expert insights, real conversations, and the latest updates straight to your inbox. Sign up here: https://www.tamsenfadal.com/subscribe  Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal About The Guest: 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. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 ? If you love the podcast and want to support it, please subscribe and rate us 5 stars!  Your support helps amplify women's stories and keeps these important conversations going. Join Tamsen's newsletter and be part of an incredible community of women navigating life together. Get expert insights, real conversations, and the latest updates straight to your inbox. Sign up here: https://www.tamsenfadal.com/subscribe  Follow The Tamsen Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetamsenshow/ Watch the Full Episode Here: https://www.youtube.com/@TamsenFadalTV Follow Tamsen Fadal: Website: https://www.tamsenfadal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsenfadal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tamsenfadal Pre-order How to Menopause, Tamsen's upcoming book featuring insights from 42 leading experts in the field, coming March 25, 2025!  - For a limited time, you can try Respin Health for a whole month, free. Go to re-spin.com/tamsen to get started. Get a personalized menopause care plan, a menopause coach who will guide you through the entire journey and an entire support system to make last changing. Note: Limited spots available, first come first serve. No credit card necessary. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. KCaaYvjB2XPTa6uPg1uI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices