
Are you ready to make the most of your midlife years but feel like your health isn't quite where it should be? Maybe menopause has been tough on you, and you're not sure how to get back on track with your fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being.
Asking for a Friend is the podcast where midlife women get the answers they need to take control of their health and happiness. We bring in experts to... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 188 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MedicineFitnessHealth & Fitness | |||

If you care about protein quality, metabolic health, inflammation, and long-term strength, this episode will change the way you shop for meat.
On this episode of Asking for a Friend, Michele Folan pulls back the curtain on the modern meat industry w... more
What if healthy aging isn’t just about adding years to your life—but adding energy, clarity, and purpose to the years you already have?
In this episode of Asking for a Friend, host Michele Folan sits down with Eric North (aka “The Happiness Warrior”... more
Midlife can feel like a perfect storm—menopause, stubborn weight gain, bone loss, shifting identities, and an unexpected rise in loneliness. In today’s episode of Asking for a Friend, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked drivers of women’s h... more
If you can talk about hot flashes and wrinkles but freeze up when the conversation turns to sex, this episode is for you.
This week I’m joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female board-certified urogynecologist in the U.S., to talk about everyt... more
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This is hands down the best podcast for midlife women! Lots of education and practical tips
This is one of my favorite podcasts and is always in my queue. Michele is an earnest, curious, and knowledgeable host whose topics always hit. Thank you, Michele, for creating this safe, judgment-free zone, where we can empower ourselves to navigate midlife with grace and confidence.
Michele is a phenomenal host who leads comfortable, informative conversations in every episode! If you are a midlife woman like me, you'll surely find yourself wanting to immediately click on and listen to every single episode - she really dives right in to every topic I want to learn more about. Thank you!
I was a recent guest on Michele’s podcast and had a blast talking about all things midlife. I have also enjoyed several other episodes and look forward to learning more from Michele and her guests. Thank you so much for having me and for sharing so much great information for midlife women!
I’m not in midlife yet, but this podcast gives excellent health advice. I’m excited to age really well because of all the shifts I’ve made!
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This content focuses on providing health, fitness, and personal growth tips tailored specifically for women navigating midlife. It highlights expert insights and real-life stories aimed at empowering listeners to reclaim control over their health and happiness during a transformative stage of life. Topics such as menopause, nutrition, exercise, mental well-being, and community support are frequently discussed, providing a wealth of practical advice and encouragement for women seeking to enhance their quality of life. Listeners can expect engaging conversations filled with humor, honesty, and actionable strategies to thrive in their midlife years.
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1. Eric North
2. Terry Tateossian
3. Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
4. Dr. Vonda Wright
5. Dr. Karyn Shanks
6. Christa Tyler
7. Christina Walsh
8. Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein
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