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40s Woman & Beyond – The Podcast

They (I) say that women hit an amazing age in our 40s, full of experience and maybe some skill. And often still so keen to learn and do new things too. And I am so excited to be doing something new and outside my comfort zone and launching this podcast.

One of the things I’m always talking about is the joy of collaboration. For me it’s something that is unmatched by most other work scenarios. And I am so excited to have done this podcast with Gen Hallam (Nutrition Coach) and have been lucky enough to persuade Margaret Cabourn-Smith (host of Crushed) to join too. So many others have also been involved in the creation of this podcast – Josephine Green, Louise Bates, Claire Broughton, Stuart Gibbins to name but 4.

The aim of this podcast is not to try and emulate the unmatchable Women’s Hour, but instead is a chat amongst 3 perimenopausal women, bringing our experiences and knowledge to the podcast. Hopefully you’ll enjoy and want to join in the chat also.

Disclaimer: Anna Black, Genevieve Hallam, Margaret Cabourn-Smith or any guest presenter featured in this podcast cannot be held responsible for any injury or harm caused as a result of participation in any session or ideas you follow as a result of listening to this podcast. You are taking part at your own risks and need to make sensible decisions. Check in with your GP if you have any concerns and before making changes.

You can subscribe to the 40s Woman and Beyond channel on Apple Podcasts,  Deezer and Spotify using the links below. Also coming soon to YouTube!

SEASON 3

Season 3 Episode 2 — A Style Special with Chantelle Znideric – How to find your 40s Woman style, the Best Clothes (& Shoes) for Work, and the Importance of a Thermal Vest!

Chantelle Znideric is a stylist to the stars, and to normal people too! She uses her experience and talent to help people with their confidence, showing the difference colour, distraction, and patterns can make and shares the best fabrics (she says Ponte fabric folks) and shops for the mid range budget! If you’d like to work with Chantelle take a look below!

Useful Chantelle Z links:

Your one-stop portal to personal style and body shape confidence: STRIBE Style Membership
https://www.stribestyle.com/stribe-style-membership

Find your body shape confidence: Discover Your Unique Body Shape – Free Guide
https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/711253/sites/137874843579188402/discover-your-unique-body-shape-guide

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

Season 3 Episode 1 — Are you an Outdoor Family? The 6 minute solution and the Hidden Gems of Milton Keynes

We’re back, and we talk about Rivals, New Year disasters, and why Margaret is holidaying this year in Milton Keynes.

Take a listen and see the 7 Day Kickstarter and the Crushed by MCS episode featuring Katherine Parkinson as discussed!
Hope you enjoy!

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

SEASON 2

Season 2 Episode 7 How to Walk Into a Room full of Strangers, Allyship and the Speed of Facial Hair

In the final episode of Season 2, we discuss moving back into the corporate world, the joy of allyship, and why we’re the fabulous culmination of our experience!

Season 2 Episode 6 “Why is my HRT not working?” Dr Lindsay Thomas, HRT specialist, returns and answers our top 3 questions

Following on from the extremely popular HRT special in series 1, Dr Lindsay Thomas, HRT specialist and GP, returns and answers our top questions on HRT. From why there can be bleeding (and when we need to get it checked out) to why it doesn’t seem to be working, she gives us some of the answers. An entertaining and informative listen.

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

Season 2 Episode 5 – Chickpea juice, thinking about the positives and the power of silver boots

Margaret, Gen and Anna discuss last week’s guest, Maddie Warren, and her approach to life, talk the power of footwear, and share their weeks perimenopausal experiences.

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

Season 2 Episode 4 – Why Living in the Moment and Skipping Crunchy Nut Cornflakes for Dinner in Your 40s is a Win – with Special Guest Maddy Warren

Maddy Warren, known as the “Queen of Dialysis,” has embraced living in the moment since being diagnosed with kidney failure at just 14. Now 40, she’s an unstoppable force—skydiving, building a thriving career, and even running a marathon. Despite her incredible achievements, Maddy is anything but overwhelming. She’s a true breath of fresh air and an inspiration to anyone standing on the edge of a big decision. If you’re looking for motivation to take the leap and make a life change, this episode is exactly what you need!

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

Season 2 Episode 3 – Anxiety, Hot Tuna and Margaret’s Late Night Adventures in Spanish Bars

This week is the epitome of a relaxed chat amongst 3 perimenopuasal friends talking uplifting experiences and not so successful adventures.  Love it!

Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman.

Season 2 Episode 2 – Getting a Natural High and Keeping your Friends Closer

With Psychologist Dr Amanda Potter.

This is such an uplifting talk, learning how we can control how we feel, being self compassionate and how to deal with those hormonal lows. I hope you get as much from listening to it as we did recording it.

Please find Dr Amanda Potter on Linked In and here

Season 2 Episode 1 – Tips for Feeling “Like a Woman in Control of her Life” and is it ever right to wear a bum bag?

We’re back & better than ever! Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Gen Hallam and Anna Black return to discuss all the important and possibly not so important aspects of moving through our 40s and Beyond.

In Season 2 Episode 1 we get to the heart of the matter including how a shoulder bag can positively impact your/Margaret’s well being and the importance of planning fun stuff.

And if you enjoy please do like and subscribe so that you don’t miss our weekly episodes featuring expert tips from award winning psychologist, Dr Amanda Potter, uplifting inspiration from Madeleine Warren, aka Queen of Dialysis and back by popular demand, HRT advice from Dr Lindsey Thomas.

Don’t miss it!

NB Beetroot is not advised if you have low blood pressure. 
When Anna refers to intense exercise, remember it’s all relative, so whatever is “intense” to you!

SEASON 1

Season 1 Episode 6 – “Skincare Special”

It’s the only product on the planet that I would actually say is a miracle product.” — Pamela Marshall, Aesthetician.

Do you have any idea how to look after your skin in your “prime” years? Pamela Marshall, aesthetician, skin superhero and the guardian of many a celebrity face,  shares her top tips and recommended products. Some of which are pretty surprising and not as expensive as you would think.

Find Pamela at Mortar and Milk, Hoxton Square, Shoreditch and visit the Mortar and Milk website.

Season 1 ​Episode 5 – “Making Time for Fun (and why Anna and Gen need to get out More)”

Margaret, Anna and Genevieve are discussing the previous episode’s guest, Dr Claire Macaulay, and discovering that two out of the three hosts definitely need to find more fun in their life (Clue: it’s not Margaret).
NB Whilst Anna talks ( a lot) about running, she wanted to add that walking (and all forms of movement) are great to include!

Season 1 Episode 4 – “Where’s my Libido Gone? The Midlife Body and Sex!”

Dr Claire Macaulay is an Oncologist by day and Dr Dry Fanny by night.

If you’re someone who cringes like your 12 year old self at the word vulva (and even if you’re not) this is an informative, positive listen to learn more about what is happening to our bodies, and what we can do to make positive changes.  Dr Claire explains why we need to put “our bodies in the bed”, why desire and sex can change in our midlife, and how few of us have actually “lost our libido”.  She also shares how putting pleasure on our schedule, and thinking of sex as a medicine, or a treat, rather than a box to tick, can in turn have a positive impact on our whole lives, relationships and confidence.

And please do subscribe to join Dr Claire’s Midlife Sex Festival, it’s free and features 30 special guests talking about everything to do with Midlife Sex https://www.midlifesexfestival.com/

Season 1 Episode 3 – “That Zoe Shot, Working in our 40s (& Beyond) and a Podcast Road Trip”

Margaret, Genevieve and Anna discuss their recent “perimenopausal” experiences, what is working for them, and plan a Podcast Road Trip.
We refer to the book “Lift and Climb” by Viv Groskop in this episode, available in all good book shops. Cold water swimming, whilst it has many benefits is also associated with many risks including heart attacks and drowning. Please only try this with an  experienced cold water swimmer in organised areas.

Season 1 Episode 2 – “HRT Special with Dr Lindsey Thomas”

Anna and Genevieve talk to Dr Lindsey Thomas, a GP with over 20 years experience in womens’ health. Based in Leeds, Lindsey now also works with Myla Health and is one of only 240 specialists who has the British Menopause Society advanced certificate.
In this illuminating conversation we discuss what type, why and how woman can take HRT. Plus we ask Dr Lindsey direct – do midlife crushes help the menopause!

Season 1​ Episode 1 – “Dinner of the Gods, Sequin Playsuits and Midlife Crushes”

Join Genevieve, Margaret and myself where we discuss what we’ve been up to this week, the “adventure that is the news” and answer your Q & As

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