It's the most wonderful time of the year! Join us as we talk about some of our favorites topics of the year and plans for 2025. You never know what we have planned but we would love you to be a part of it. Website: www.hotflashescooltopics.com FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.c…

Midlife is a time of big changes on many personal levels: family, career and relationships just to name a few. Many women feel overwhelmed and don't think they can flourish with all these changes. Our guest this week is Mazi Robinson. Mazi is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in helping women discover their true voice as they navigate …

It's time for another cool conversation! On this episode, we are joined by 50+ actress and writer Diane Farr. You may remember Dianne from Rescue Me, Californication, Numb3rs and now Fire Country. Diane is also a New York Times Best Selling Author. We discuss her career, her many writing projects and of course, all things midlife and beyond. Show N…

Research shows that 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 50 are now caregivers. It certainly hits home for this podcast. This week we invited Teepa Snow on the show to talk about caregiving. Teepa is a dementia care expert who founded Positive Approach to Care (PAC). We talk about what dementia is and how to help the dementia patient while still taking…

How do you define a good life? Do you ever think of it in terms of psychological richness? Our guest this week is Lorraine Besser, an American philosopher and author of the book, The Art of Interesting: What we miss in our pursuit of the good life and how to cultivate it. We discuss the value of interesting experiences, how they enhance our lives i…

It is never too late to learn and try new things! Our amazing guest this week, Helen Slater is a perfect example. Known for her acting career in Supergirl, The Legend of Billie Jean and Ruthless People, Helen has boundless creative spirit. She is a concert pianist with 6 albums and just last year, she was awarded her PhD in Mythological Studies. We…

Women often ask us about natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy and today we are going to share some of them. This week we talk to Dr. Alyssa Dweck, a board certified practicing gynecologist in New York and Chief Medical Officer of Bonafide Health. Dr. Dweck shares non-hormonal options for hot flashes, brain fog, and vaginal dryness. S…

Of the many changes that come with midlife, gut issues can be some of the most problematic. IBS and Colitis are two types of digestive issues that can either come on during menopause or become exacerbated during the transition. Either way, it can affect your daily life. This week we are speaking with functional nutritionist Jacqui Justice about gut…

Grieving loss of any kind is a universal experience yet many people struggle with it in isolation. This week's guest is David Kessler. David is one of the world’s foremost experts on grief, loss, and navigating life’s changes. He's written six bestselling books and is now publishing a workbook Finding Meaning: Grief Workbook: Tools for Releasing Pa…

Menopause finally gets a documentary! This week we are speaking with Emmy Award winning journalist, author and now co-producer of the new documentary THE M FACTOR: Shredding the Silence on Menopause. Some of our favorite experts from the podcast are showcased in the documentary and you can watch it for free on PBS. Sign Up to receive our Midlife Wo…

"If you make your internal worth beholden to external validation, you will live with chronic anxiety and worry." Dr. Mary Anderson. This week we are talking about the chronic anxiety that often results from the drive for perfectionism. Clinical psychologist and author of the new book, The Happy High Achiever, Dr. Mary Anderson offers tools to avoid…

We continue our conversation with the incredible actress Daphne Zuniga. Daphne shares stories from her career and appearances on Family Ties, Spaceballs, Melrose Place and One Tree Hill. We also talk about her passion for creating new projects and directing. She is just getting started. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com FOLLOW US ON: I…

This week we are thrilled to be talking to actress, producer and new podcaster Daphne Zuniga. Daphne shares her career journey from Family Ties to Melrose Place and One Tree Hill and her new podcast, Still The Place. She also shares incredible wisdom on getting married over 50, her personal journey through midlife and menopause and what she is look…

The Menopause conversation is growing everywhere and that includes social media platforms. Women can find everything from experts to products but not all are created equal. This week we are speaking to Dr. Alexa Fiffick. Dr. Fiffick is a concierge physician with Ms. Medicine and a Menopause Society practitioner. Dr. Fiffick sheds light on what are …

As if hot flashes and weight gain were not enough to go through in Menopause, hair changes may be added to the list. This week we talk to Dr. Melissa Anzelone, Pro Training and Senior Director of Nutrafol. She explains the roles that hormones and genetics play in our hair thinning, hair shedding, widening part and hair texture changes. Better yet, …

It is time for some positive preaching this week with Mally Roncal! Many of you will recognize Mally as a popular celebrity makeup artist, creator of Mally Beauty and host of Over 50 and Fabulous on QVC. She is also a Q50 ambassador for The Age of Possibility. Mally is on fire with energy and positivity to share for women in this time of midlife an…

How can we talk to our Boss about Menopause? It's not always an easy conversation. Our guest today is Asima Ahmad, MD, MPH, FACOG. Dr. Ahmad is the Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Carrot Fertility. Carrot works with many organizations to create easy and effective programs for menopausal employees. From flexible work schedules, to prov…

We all remember Moon Unit Zappa and her collaboration with her Dad (Frank Zappa): the 80's hit Valley Girl. What we didn't know, however, was the unique family dynamics both past and present in the Zappa family. In her new memoir, EARTH TO MOON, Moon Unit shares stories of her childhood, her first bully (Gail, her "mom") and her search for meaningf…

On this week's episode, Bridgett and Colleen discuss some of the most recent research findings on Meno-Belly and Bone Health. Two articles were recently published addressing these two prominent issues in menopause. First, Dr. Vonda Wright published The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause which discusses what is happening to women's bone health du…

On this bonus Friday episode, we continue our incredible conversation with Courtney Thorne-Smith. She shares memories from Melrose Place and what it is like to relive those scenes on her new podcast, Still the Place. We talk empty nesting, careers, friendships and much more. Make sure you click the download button on Apple Podcasts so you don't mis…

Welcome to Season 6! We are starting off the season talking with the incredible actress Courtney Thorne-Smith. Courtney talks about her new podcast Still the Place with Daphne Zuniga and Laura Leighton, midlife, menopause and a whole lot more. We divided this episode into two parts: Wednesday and Friday. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.c…

NEW SEASON STARTS NEXT WEEK: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21ST On this replay episode, we are speaking with Certified OBGYN and menopause expert Dr. Mary Claire Haver. Dr. Haver discusses her book The New Menopause and she answers many of our questions on menopause symptoms, treatments and women's midlife health. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com…

Sexual health is not discussed enought in midlife. Menopause can bring about painful sex, dry vaginas and frequent UTI's. On this replay episode, we discussed these problem and solutions with Dr. Rachel Rubin. Dr. Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. She is also a researcher, passionate educator and the the former ed…

We all loved Dallas and especially Sue Ellen and JR! After all, she was the only one who knew who shot him. We had the privilege to share a conversation with actress, producer and model Linda Gray. You will remember Linda from her iconic role as Sue Ellen Ewing on Dallas and she recently starred in A Diva's Christmas: Ladies of the 80's on Lifetime…

An important factor in healthy aging is maintaining lean muscle mass. Bone health is another. We talk to Dr. Vonda Wright about how to achieve both. Dr. Wright is a double board certified orthopedic surgeon and this episode originally aired in April 2023. Dr. Wright shares her expertise on strength training, epigenetics and other tips for healthy m…

Midlife women often find themselves at a crossroads in their careers. Some want to pivot careers, become entrepreneurs or grow an existing business. Our guest this week is Cate Luzio. Cate is the founder and CEO of Luminary, a global membership-based professional education and networking platform created to uplift, upskill, and propel women forward…

There are many transitions in midlife. Organizing your home is a big one. Do you keep a larger home as an empty nester? Do you downsize? Are you overwhelmed with memories and things and you can't decide what to do with them? Do you have a parent moving in or do you have to clean out their home? On this new episode, we have the answers. We invited h…

Can hormone tracking help women discover symptom patterns? It is a question we get asked by many listeners and we invited Oova Health CEO Dr. Amy Divaraniya to answer it. Dr. Divaraniya has a Ph.D. in genetics and genomics sciences, and with that an extensive knowledge in hormone testing and diagnostics. We discuss Oova Health's Perimenopause Hormo…

Midlife skincare is topic we get asked about frequently. This week we invited one of the top Dermatologists, Dr. Doris Day, to answer our questions. Doris Day, MD, is a highly respected board certified dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic dermatology in New York City. She is a clinical associate professor of dermatology at the New York Univers…

It is researchers such as this week's guest, Dr. Rebecca Thurston, that are changing the world of women's health. Dr. Thurston is recognized nationally as a leader in the field of women’s health, particularly in the areas of menopause, trauma, cardiovascular disease, and brain aging in women. Her research examines hot flashes as a potential midlife…

On this week's episode, we are catching up with actor, producer and director Dean Butler. Most will remember Dean as Almonzo Wilder, Laura Ingall's husband on Little House on the Prairie. He has remained busy as a producer and director as well, most notably for NBC Golf’s Feherty. He joins us to discuss his new memoir titled PRAIRIE MAN: My Little …

Learning to move our bodies in the healthiest way for midlife can be confusing. Exercise looks different, our goals are modified and our movement needs to change as our bodies do. We want to work smarter, not harder to increase our health and longevity. This week we are speaking with Antonietta Vicario, the Chief Training Officer for Pvolve. Pvolve…

What is peptide therapy and how may it be used to promote health and longevity? This week we are speaking with Dr. Suzanne Ferree on the benefits of peptide therapy on aging, fatigue, inflammation and more. Dr. Ferree is the the founder of Vine Medical Associates and the Cellular Medicine Institute and has recently published the book, COUNTERCLOCKW…

Many midlife women struggle with autoimmune and inflammation issues. This week we are speaking with functional nutritionist and author, Risa Groux. Risa's book, FOODFRAME - Diet is a Four Letter Word is a comprehensive guide to using functional nutrition guidelines to help identify the root causes of various health issues and then eat according to …

How healthy are your relationships? How can you improve them? This week we are speaking with Ann Kelley, author of Secure Relating: Holding Your Own in an Insecure World. Ann offers practical tools to help deepen self-awareness and ultimately strengthen all relationships. We discuss the ways to recognize patterns developed early on, reflect on your…

What is Somatic Sex? How can it help with intimacy and pleasure in midlife? On this episode, we talk to Kiana Reeves, somatic sex educator and Foria's Chief Education Officer. She shares the benefits of somatic sex and how it can help us feel more connected and comfortable with your body, especially as we age. Show Notes: www.hotflashescooltopics.c…

Did you know that approximately 25% of the workforce is currently affected by menopausal symptoms? It is time for companies to address the needs of menopausal women. This week we speak with Dr. Catherine Hansen. Dr. Hansen is the Head of Menopause at Pandia Health. She also works with many companies that are trying to create resources and regulatio…

This week we are catching up with actress Kate Flannery. Kate is sn actor, singer and a writer, best known for her 9 seasons as Meredith the drunk on NBC’s THE OFFICE. She was also a fan favorite on Season 28 of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. We talk about her career, The Office, vanity insanity and of course, her menopause journey. Show Notes: www.…

This week we are reframing the concept of "stress" with Harvard physician, Dr. Aditi Nerurkar. Dr Nerurkar is an expert on the study of stress and burnout and in her book, The 5 Resets: Rewire Your Brain and Body for Less Stress and More Resilience, she offers 5 mindset resets to help rewire your brain for less midlife stress. The First Reset: Get …

Get ready for The New Menopause Book launching April 30th! Dr. Mary Claire Haver is the author and a physician at the forefront of the Menopause conversation. Dr. Haver will answer our questions on Menopause symptoms and solutions and she shares more from The New Menopause: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and Facts…

What can we do when our metabolism changes in midlife? This week we speak with Dr. Linda Anegawa, Chief Medical Officer of Noom. Dr. Linda explains metabolic syndrome, why we gain weight in the middle and what we can do to lose it and keep it off. Event Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/conversations-with-prime-women-tickets-822978549997?aff=od…

When you think of a successful best selling author, do you imagine that she can't afford proper healthcare? You would be surprised. Our guest this week is Deborah Copaken. Deborah is a successful photojournalist, author and writer for hit shows including Emily in Paris. Deborah has also almost died at the hands of our healthcare system. From hemorr…

What is EMDR therapy? On today's episode, trauma therapist Rebecca Kase explains Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and how this structured therapy can help modify trauma sensitivity. Conversations with Prime Women Event in NYC on April 27th Ticket Link - www.conversationswithprimewomen.com Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com …

Women over 50 are too often targeted by cosmetic companies who love to charge an arm and leg for "anti-aging" products. We don't need to do them! Our guest this week is Michele Probst. Michele is an internationally known makeup artist with over 30 years of experience in the television film and print world and she is also the Founder of Worth Beauty…

Chef and TV Personality Carla Hall is bringing her one of a kind energy to this week's podcast episode. We talk all about her new HBO Max show Chasing Flavor, her upcoming 60th birthday and her amazing life. Join our Conversations with Prime Women NYC event on April 27th at PENN2. Tickets are available on our website: www.conversationswithprimewome…

Are you falling apart in midlife or is it just Jenn Mann? Our guest this week is author, blogger and funny midlife woman, Jenn Mann. Jenn shares stories from Midlife Bites: how women can feel more visible, midlife relationships, and people she would like to punch in their throat. It is a wild ride on this episode! Show Notes: www.conversationswithp…

"Menopause is not a mental health issue but it mimics one." This is a quote from this week's guest, Board Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Judith Joseph and we were excited to discover what she meant. Dr. Joseph is a leading menopause advocate and shares invaluable information on the common misconceptions of women's mental health in menopause and ways wo…

Heart Disease is the #1 killer of women in this country yet many women don't recognize the signs. This week we are talking with survivor Wakisha Stewart about her near fatal heart attack at the young age of 31 and her journey to now be chosen by the American Heart Association (AHA) as 1 of 12 spokeswomen advocating for women’s heart health in its n…

Do you feel disconnected to a lot that is happening in the world? Loneliness and isolation can affect not only our mental health but may also have a negative effect on our physical wellbeing. Dr. Jody Carrington is a psychologist and author of Feeling Seen- Reconnecting in a Disconnected World. Dr. Carrington shares how we got here and ways in whic…

Finding the correct fitting bra can be like trying to find a needle in a haysack. What is the right cup size? What about the width? And, forget finding a strapless one that works. On this week's episode, we are answering your "burning" bra questions with the Fairy Bra Mother Lori Kaplan. Lori has been working in the lingerie business for over 40 ye…