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Magnificent Midlife

Rachel Lankester
Menopause
Women's Health
Mental Health
Nutrition
Midlife Women
Aging
Grief
Hormonal Health
Perimenopause
Women's Empowerment
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Midlife
Phytotherapy
Hormonal Changes
Self-Care
Jewish Culture
Africa
Health Inequities
Divorce
Health and Wellness

Midlife isn't the end of meaningful life, just the end of the first half rehearsal. Listen, laugh, learn and be inspired as Rachel Lankester, author, mentor and founder of Magnificent Midlife, interviews women in midlife and beyond living authentic, empowered lives, not disappearing into obscurity. From round the world yachtswomen to 60 year old pole dancers, from palliative care doctors to sustai... more

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Body image, self-worth and ageing are all key midlife topics and many women struggle deeply with their bodies at midlife, often in silence.

Dr Ellen Albertson is passionate about changing that. She's a psychologist, registered dietitian, board-cert... more

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Lucy Standing is the co-founder of Brave Starts, a not-for-profit supporting people in midlife and beyond to rethink work, purpose and what comes next. She's the author of Age Against the Machine, a chartered psychologist with a background in recruit... more

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I'm delighted to be introducing a brand-new topic to the podcast: modern grandparenting. It's not a life stage I'm personally entering just yet - but as Magnificent Midlife continues to evolve, it's one that feels increasingly important to talk about... more

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Vijay Bassi Reed is a former communications specialist who retrained in midlife as a personal trainer and nutrition coach. She is also a competitive HYROX and fitness racer.

Her midlife transition emerged from burnout and hormonal change, leading t... more

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Dr. Ellen Albertson
Psychologist, registered dietitian, health and wellness coach, author
Episode: 200: Rocking midlife with Dr Ellen Albertson
Lucy Standing
Co-founder of Brave Starts, chartered psychologist with recruitment background
Brave Starts
Episode: 199: Working in an ageist world with Lucy Standing
Dee Dee Moore
Founder of More Than Grand
More Than Grand
Episode: 198: Redefining the grandparent role with DeeDee Moore
Vijay Bassi Reed
Communication specialist turned midlife personal trainer and nutrition coach; high rocks and fitness racer
Episode: 197: Getting stronger and fitter in midlife with Vijay Bassi Reed
Susan Dabbar
Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Provoked, a digital magazine for women 50 plus
Provoked
Episode: 196: Fearless pivots with Susan Dabbar
Lisa Boehm
Certified grief educator and author of 'Journey to Healing, A Mother's Guide to Navigating Child Loss'
Founder of Angel Moms Community
Episode: 195: Navigating child loss with Lisa Boehm
Tami Stackelhouse
Award-winning author and founder of the International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute
International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute
Episode: 193 Navigating fibromyalgia at midlife with Tami Stackelhouse
Keren Etkin
Gerontologist, entrepreneur, and author of The AgeTech Revolution
The Gerontechnologist and The AgeTech Academy
Episode: 192 How technology can revolutionise ageing with Keren Etkin
Alison Larkin
Bestselling author, comedian, and producer
Author of 'Grief, a Comedy'
Episode: 191 Finding joy after grief with Alison Larkin

Host

Rachel Lankester
Host of Magnificent Midlife

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • A complete gem!

    Rachel and her guests give heaping doses of inspiration and practicality to thrive in the best years of our lives! A must-follow show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KymCoco
    United States5 months ago
  • Relevant and inspiring

    I’m new to this podcast, but I’m so glad I found it. As someone who is in menopause and simultaneously feels like she’s in the prime of her life, this is exactly the midlife content I need.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paria H.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Magnificent is the right word

    I first learned about this podcast when I was invited to speak and be a Guest on the show. I always make sure that I listen to any podcast that I may be a guest on so that I can really get a feel for it. And an understanding of where the host is coming from and what the content is all about.

    So I started a magnificent journey let’s say and haven’t Stopped. I highly recommend this podcast. There are so many incredible women speaking it’s in thought-provoking, educational, and inspirational.

    The... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tracey Yarad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Magnificent Podcasting!

    Compelling 1-on-1 long form interviews celebrating the lives, achievements, successes and failures of midlifers. Whilst mainly aimed at midlife women, I’d strongly recommend more men listen to this, we might learn something about our own mid lives and how to navigate them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AntonioBHK
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • An Absolute Gem

    This show is an absolute gem for women navigating midlife! Such a beautiful blend of encouragement and faith!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Judy Weber
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

• Positive: audience appreciates the candid discussions on menopause and midlife health.
• Positive: listeners praise inspiring, practical, and uplifting conversations with diverse, empowering guests.
• Positive: the show is seen as a source of community and actionable life tips.
• Positive: guests are described as knowledgeable, relatable, and motivational.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#119
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197: Getting stronger and fitter in midlife with Vijay Bassi Reed
Q: How did you move from your city career to your current focus in midlife fitness and coaching?
The shift happened after a burnout and a period of therapy, which led me to question my life's purpose beyond a city job. I rebuilt my identity around health, movement, and a more holistic view of well-being, embracing structures like fitness plans and community support rather than chasing corporate metrics.
193 Navigating fibromyalgia at midlife with Tami Stackelhouse
Q: What are some common symptoms of fibromyalgia?
Common symptoms include widespread pain, fatigue, unrefreshing sleep, and cognitive dysfunction like brain fog.
193 Navigating fibromyalgia at midlife with Tami Stackelhouse
Q: What are some common misconceptions about fibromyalgia?
A major misconception is that it is merely a psychological condition, while it is actually a real physical illness with tangible symptoms.
193 Navigating fibromyalgia at midlife with Tami Stackelhouse
Q: Why does fibromyalgia seem to impact midlife women more than any other group?
Fibromyalgia primarily affects 1 in 13 women, and older age may correlate with having more life triggers that could set off the condition.
193 Navigating fibromyalgia at midlife with Tami Stackelhouse
Q: Can you explain exactly what fibromyalgia is?
Fibromyalgia primarily causes widespread body pain, unrefreshing sleep, fatigue, and brain fog, although the exact root cause is still unclear.

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What is Magnificent Midlife about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Midlife-centric conversations explore how women redefine aging with energy, purpose, and resilience. Episodes center on rewriting aging narratives, menopause, health and wellness, career transitions, and evolving family dynamics, with guests spanning health professionals, entrepreneurs, caregivers, and women who have pursued bold midlife transformations. The show tends to highlight actionable strategies, practical life design, and community-building, often pairing expert guidance with personal stories to inspire confidence and tangible steps for thriving in midlife and beyond. A notable strength is the breadth of topics—from health and menopause to technology, grief, grandparenting, and empowerment—delivered through supportive, hopeful inte... more

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Recent guests on Magnificent Midlife include:

1. Dr. Ellen Albertson
2. Lucy Standing
3. Dee Dee Moore
4. Vijay Bassi Reed
5. Susan Dabbar
6. Lisa Boehm
7. Tami Stackelhouse
8. Keren Etkin

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