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Middling Along

Emma Thomas
Menopause
Perimenopause
Mental Health
Self-Care
Post-Menopause Experience
Ageism
Existential Psychotherapy
Makelovenotporn
Seasons Of Life
Kindness
Women's Equality Party
Creative Expression
Activism
Women’s Health
The Time Of Her Life
Women's Health
Vulnerability
Journaling
Cancer Survivorship
Diet and Nutrition

Middling Along is the podcast for women navigating the 'messy middle bit' of life. Whether it's perimenopause, the midlife collision, figuring out what the heck to do with their Second Spring, or looking for ways to life healthier for longer. Voted as one of the Top 25 podcasts for midlife and menopause at www.lattelounge.co.uk/podcasts-about-the-menopause/ - Emma speaks to a wide range of... more

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Latest Episodes

This time I’m joined by Joe Warner and Rob Kemp, authors of the new book Burning Up, Frozen Out: What Every Man Needs to Know About the Menopause (But No One Told You) – written specifically to help men understand and support their partners through p... more

“For most of our lives, women have been told that if we look a certain way and behave a certain way, the world will unfold for us. Only to reach midlife and find that, for most of us, it isn’t true, and the booby prize is that apparently we now have ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Anna Colton
Clinical psychologist specializing in adolescence and eating disorders, author of 'How to Talk to Children About Food'.
Bonnier Books
Episode: Dr Anna Colton on How to Talk to Children About Food
Dr. Sabina Brennan
Health psychologist and neuroscientist, author of 'Still Me' and host of the Super Brain podcast.
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Dr Sabina Brennan on Still Me: A person-centred path through dementia
Hannah Miller
Founder of Sidekick and creator of the Purpose Pursuit course and book, award-winning speaker, author, and accredited coach.
Sidekick
Episode: Hannah Miller on The Purpose Pursuit: Pivoting with Purpose using your Strengths and Values
Dr. Jackie Gray
Retired GP and founder of the online platform Carents
Carents
Episode: Dr Jackie Gray on the growing number of Carents and how her platform can support us
Lou Furby
UK DNI Lead at Specsavers, involved in menopause support
Specsavers
Episode: Lou Furby on MenoTalk - how Specsavers walk the talk in menopause support
Erin Gallagher
CEO and founder of Ella, creator of the Hype Women Movement
Ella
Episode: Erin Gallagher on Hype Women: Breaking Free from Mean Girls, Patriarchy, and Systems Silencing You
Nicky Denson-Elliott
Serial entrepreneur, founder of The Wilder Collective, host of the Women's Business Podcast, and mum of two.
The Wilder Collective
Episode: Nicky Denson-Elliott on Good Girl Economics, redefining our worth and unlearning internalized misogyny
Jane Moffett
Founder and director of Kangaroo Coaching, a company focused on creating progressive workplace cultures and supporting women transitioning out of work.
Kangaroo Coaching
Episode: Jane Moffett on Redefining Retirement - how to find the right path for you
Dr. Rachael Chrystal
GP and British Menopause Society accredited menopause specialist
Manchester Menopause Hive
Episode: Dr Rachael Chrystal on Navigating Burnout and Perimenopause

Host

Emma Thomas
Host of Middling Along Podcast; founder of related initiatives

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Middling along happily!

    Love this podcast, I just listened to Dr Rachel Chrystal on burnout and perimenopause and it felt like she was describing me to a T! Really informative, thank you! ☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KazButterfly
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Warm, wise, and wonderfully relatable

    Emma has a gift for making midlife and menopause feel less lonely. Middling Along is full of honesty, and real insight into women’s struggles— like chatting with a clever, compassionate friend. Every episode leaves me feeling seen, understood, and just a bit more hopeful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GHGoodwin
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great podcast-Anna Kilpatrick (Notneedingnew )

    I came to listen to Anna Kilpatrick whose Instagram page I follow, really enjoyed listening to her chat. I’d love to hear more of her but will return to listen to more guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gillygeorge61
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Super helpful podcast for women in midlife

    I hope every woman in midlife finds her way to this podcast. It’s refreshing to hear honest conversations that also feel inspiring. Looking forward to tuning in again very soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkylarLiberty
    United States3 years ago
  • Superb real life conversations on Menopause

    Love listening to these Pods.Emma joins the growing tribe of courageous women speaking up about Menopause.

    As a taboo topic for decades there has been a massive gap in education round this highly significant transition.One that all women go through unlike pregnancy and childbirth.The conversations here are real and often raw….indicative of the consequences of the silence fear stigma and shame that has followed menopause for decades.I truly believe we are the generation of women who are breaking ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    menowarrior
    Ireland3 years ago

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

The show is praised for empowering conversations that reduce stigma around menopause.
Guests bring practical, evidence-based insights that feel achievable for everyday life.
Listeners value the host's warmth and honesty in discussing midlife topics.

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Dr Anna Colton on How to Talk to Children About Food
Q: What can parents do if they are concerned about disordered eating in their child?
Start by observing behaviors and approaching the child with curiosity and compassion to encourage open conversations about food and body image.
Dr Anna Colton on How to Talk to Children About Food
Q: What signs should parents look for if they suspect their child might struggle with food?
Parents should be observant for changes such as cutting out foods, increased anxiety around mealtimes, or sudden weight fluctuations.
Erin Gallagher on Hype Women: Breaking Free from Mean Girls, Patriarchy, and Systems Silencing You
Q: How do we do that kind of unlearning that you've done?
It requires significant effort and time to shift an operating system that has kept us alive for decades.
Erin Gallagher on Hype Women: Breaking Free from Mean Girls, Patriarchy, and Systems Silencing You
Q: Did you at any point think about not posting it at the time?
No, I did not think about not posting, but a version of me five years before would have.
Emma Bardwell is back with The 30g Plan to beat food overwhelm
Q: What's your advice for making meals family-friendly?
Encourage family members to choose meals together and swap out ingredients for alternatives they prefer, ensuring meals remain enjoyable and accessible for all.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Middling Along

What is Middling Along about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on women navigating midlife transitions, especially around perimenopause and menopause, with discussions that blend health, mindset, and practical well-being. Episodes feature researchers, clinicians, coaches, and authors who share evidence-based insights, personal experiences, and actionable strategies for thriving through midlife, balancing work, family, and self-care. The program often centers on empowerment, resilience, and building supportive communities, with a strong emphasis on destigmatizing menopause and promoting healthier lifestyles. Highlights include expert perspectives on burnout, caregiving, nutrition, fitness, retirement mindset, and purposeful living in the middle years.

Noteworthy elements include a consis... more

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Middling Along launched 5 years ago and published 129 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Middling Along include:

1. Dr. Anna Colton
2. Dr. Sabina Brennan
3. Hannah Miller
4. Dr. Jackie Gray
5. Lou Furby
6. Erin Gallagher
7. Nicky Denson-Elliott
8. Jane Moffett

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