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A Certain Age

Katie Fogarty
Menopause
Aging
Midlife
Women's Health
Mental Health
Nutrition
Self-Care
Bone Health
Strength Training
Parenting
Personal Growth
Perfectionism
Grief
Joy
Chronic Illness
People Pleasing
Hormone Replacement Therapy
The M Factor
Midlife Health
ADHD

A Certain Age—a top-ranked podcast for women navigating life at 40, 50, 60, and beyond. Midlife doesn't come with an instruction manual. So we built one. Every Monday, journalist and career coach Katie Fogarty delivers expert-backed conversations on the topics midlife women care about most—perimenopause, menopause, health, fitness, purpose, career reinvention, relationships, and money. Listeners s... more

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How do you start over in midlife after watching something you built get taken apart in public? Gwen Whiting, co-founder of The Laundress (sold to Unilever for a reported $100 million), watched a massive recall of her brand make national headlines whi... more

Busy all day but still not getting to what matters? Blame calendar overload. This week, Fran Hauser, author of 20 Minutes Is the New Hour, owner of Bedford Books, and former Time Inc. digital president, shows us how to get more done in less time. Lea... more

Your body changed, your life changed, and your closet didn't get the memo—here's how to fix that this fall. This week, we're talking to personal stylist Tiffany Wendel, who at 52 watched menopause change her body seemingly overnight—and responded by ... more

Feeling lonely even when your life looks full? This week, we explore a 10-minute fix to make you feel connected, current and caught up with the people in your life. Ann Shoket — former Editor-in-Chief of Seventeen, author of The Big Life, and CEO of ... more

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Recent Guests

Fran Hauser
Author, former Time Inc. digital president, entrepreneur, and bookstore owner
Bedford Books / author of 20 Minutes is the New Hour
Episode: How to Fix Calendar Overload: Why 20 Minutes Is the New Hour with Fran Hauser
Tiffany Wendel
Celebrity and personal stylist, trend forecaster, founder of The Vibe
The Vibe
Episode: Stylist Tiffany Wendel's Three Vibe Rule for a Closet That Fits Your Changing Life
Ann Shoket
Editor, author, chief connector at The List
The List
Episode: How to Feel Less Lonely in 10 Minutes a Day with Ann Shoket
Vanessa Hill
Behavioral sleep scientist, science communicator, YouTube PBS Braincraft creator
None explicitly stated beyond research roles
Episode: Wired, Tired, and Wide Awake: Sleep Scientist Dr. Vanessa Hill Explains Why
Wendi Aarons
Award-winning humor writer whose work appears in The New Yorker and McSweeney's Internet Tendency; author of I'm Wearing Tunics Now, I'm Growing Older, Better and a Hell of a Lot Louder; co-host of It's Pronounced Memoir
Wendi Aarons (guest)
Episode: Six Years of Aging Out Loud! A Certain Age Birthday Bash with Katie Fogarty and Co-Host Wendi Aarons
Michelle DiBenedetto-Capobianco
Owner of the Cooking Lab; founder of Maiella Tours
Maiella Tours / The Cooking Lab
Episode: A Second Act Built on Italy, Travel and Food with Michelle DiBenedetto-Capobianco
Dr. Karen Mann
OB-GYN, medical director at Noom; obesity medicine specialist
Noom
Episode: The Real Science Behind Midlife Weight Gain with Noom's Dr. Karen Mann
Skylar Liberty Rose
Founder offering personalized ceremonies and Touchstones for midlife transitions
Self-employed / Skylar Liberty Rose
Episode: Ritualizing Menopause and Midlife Milestones with Pro-Ager Skylar Liberty Rose
Amy Shoenthal
USA Today bestselling author, journalist and creative thinker; author of The Setback Cycle
The Setback Cycle / Author
Episode: Turn Your Midlife Setback Into Your Set-Up with Amy Shoenthal

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Katie Fogarty
Host of A Certain Age

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
  • High Quality Content with a Wonderful Host/Producer

    This is the podcast I have been looking for! Smart, enjoyable content put together by an incredibly likeable host. Every time I listen to Katie Fogarty interviewing a guest, with her smart preparation and quick-to-laugh style, I feel like she is someone I would want to be friends with.

    The range of topics, from women’s health to friendship to career pivots and confidence with the occasional holiday gift guide episode (I love these, BTW) is a wonderful mix. There have been episodes on issues I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMCOSD
    United States20 days ago
  • Love the perspective

    I listen to a lot of podcasts and menopause is definitely having a moment. But this podcast is not gimmicky in any way. Katie does her research and her questions are thoughtful and interesting. I love listening to guests who are relevant to this time in my life. I also love that the podcast is well edited and doesn’t go on for hours!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UES-Tas
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this show

    I am so glad I found your show. The topics resonated with me and I enjoy your questions and guests. I highly recommend this show! Thank you so much ☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julie Marvel
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the expert guidance!

    A Certain Age is my go-to podcast for trusted resources on all things women and midlife! I look forward to Katie Fogarty’s expert interviews each week - she’s a master at it and always is spot-on when it comes to curating guests with the latest research and insights!

    Thank you Katie! I recommend this podcast to all my fellow midlife women friends and colleagues!🙏👏🎙️💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EvolveMe Co-Founders
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the curiosity

    This podcast has so much to offer! I love learning, listening and especially like laughing through the rollercoaster ride that is menopause. Thanks Katie for the insight and curiosity you bring to each guest! More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CRBloomG
    United States4 months ago

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Fans call it a go-to resource for credible midlife guidance and inspiring guest lineups.
Listeners praise the host's research, thoughtful questions, and well-edited episodes.
Audiences appreciate the mix of expert insights and personal stories that feel practical and empowering.

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Stylist Tiffany Wendel's Three Vibe Rule for a Closet That Fits Your Changing Life
Q: How should a listener start using the vibe wheels and color tools on your site?
Listeners can start by rolling a vibe on TiffanyWendel.com, then add colors and experiment; the app lets you upload closet items to see how different vibes pair with those pieces and provide inspiration for outfits.
Stylist Tiffany Wendel's Three Vibe Rule for a Closet That Fits Your Changing Life
Q: Tell us about the three-vibe rule and how you came up with it.
The three-vibe rule is the art of wearing three vibes at once and owning it, a method born from sessions with clients where outfits became more creative as different vibes were combined to create tension and intentional looks.
Six Years of Aging Out Loud! A Certain Age Birthday Bash with Katie Fogarty and Co-Host Wendi Aarons
Q: What is your toxic trait in midlife?
Wendi describes overloading her schedule with multiple courses and projects, a reflection of enthusiasm but also a reminder of bandwidth limitations; she emphasizes the challenge of balancing activity with caregiving needs.
Six Years of Aging Out Loud! A Certain Age Birthday Bash with Katie Fogarty and Co-Host Wendi Aarons
Q: What is something you swore you'd never do that now you absolutely love?
She reveals a growing love for public speaking and performing, learning to embrace on-stage presence and seeing past nervousness to enjoy public engagement.
Six Years of Aging Out Loud! A Certain Age Birthday Bash with Katie Fogarty and Co-Host Wendi Aarons
Q: What is the most a certain age or a midlife thing you've done recently?
Wendi shares a chia seed habit as a playful, symbolic midlife transformation, then discusses fiber intake and health practices learned from experts, illustrating how midlife shifts can be practical and quirky.

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This show centers on midlife empowerment for women, covering perimenopause, menopause, health, wellness, and purposeful reinvention. Episodes frequently feature experts in medicine, psychology, dermatology, sleep, and fertility, plus real-life stories of career pivots, relationship shifts, and travel or lifestyle changes. Listeners can expect evidence-based guidance, practical tools, and candid conversations that normalize aging, celebrate growth, and help navigate the next chapter with confidence. A notable strength is its ability to pair rigorous expert insight with relatable, actionable takeaways meant to inspire action in daily life and long-term plans.

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Recent guests on A Certain Age include:

1. Fran Hauser
2. Tiffany Wendel
3. Ann Shoket
4. Vanessa Hill
5. Wendi Aarons
6. Michelle DiBenedetto-Capobianco
7. Dr. Karen Mann
8. Skylar Liberty Rose

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