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Postcards From Midlife

Lorraine Candy & Trish Halpin
Menopause
Mental Health
Midlife
Parenting
Nutrition
Midlife Challenges
Self-Care
HRT
Friendship
Aging
Body Image
Relationships
Women's Health
Divorce
Exercise
Perimenopause
Sustainability
Grief
Christmas
Midlife Health

Are you living in a hormonal hothouse, feeling a little overwhelmed and in need of some positive, uplifting and comforting guidance on how to lead a more magnificent midlife? Well, you're not alone and this podcast is for you. Hosts Lorraine and Trish chat with celebrities and experts on all things midlife, from menopause and perimenopause to parenting teens via fashion, beauty, wellness, nutritio... more

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Trish & Lorraine tackle the never-ending midlife to do list & the biggest causes of the 3am wake up & worry. Joined by Alison Harvie of Carers UK, they discuss why having Po... more

The ‘people’s poet’ joins Lorraine & Trish to talk about her remarkable life - from cruise ship singer to best selling writer - all the while contending with an eating disorder and a midlife ADHD diagnosis. Discover how Donna, 51, healed from trauma,... more

Trish & Lorraine are joined by career expert Helen Tupper for expert advice on how to take your career in the direction you really want, whether it’s stepping away & starting anew, setting up a side hustle or finding opportunities for growth & reinve... more

Lorraine & Trish are joined by cognitive scientist Katherine Templar-Lewis who explains why midlife is a period of peak uncertainty & what is really happening to our brains when it feels like the old maps we navigated life by don’t work for us any mo... more

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Helen Tupper
Co-founder of Amazing If, author
Amazing If
Episode: Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Katherine Templar-Lewis
Uncertainty scientist; co-author of The Uncertainty Toolkit
Uncertainty Toolkit/Uncertainty Experts
Episode: Stop overthinking, avoid anxious spiralling & beat overwhelm with our foolproof guide to coping with uncertainty
Dr. Nighat Arif
GP specializing in women's health; honorary fellow of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Episode: The 5 things you need to do at your next GP appointment by TV’s Dr Nighat Arif
Dr. Kim Boyd
Chief Medical Officer, Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers
Episode: How to manage your weight health through peri-menopause & beyond. Tips on midlife weight loss, nutrition, fitness and mental health
Dr. Tamsin Lewis
A medical doctor with a BSc in neuroscience and the biology of aging, specializing in psychiatry and sports medicine.
Private practice and speaker on health and longevity
Episode: Longevity masterclass: Calm your nervous system, beat overwhelm & boost healthspan
Nuala McGovern
A prominent BBC journalist and the new presenter of Woman's Hour
BBC
Episode: Nuala McGovern: how she landed the Woman’s Hour top job & her meet cute love story
Raya Elias
Gilbert's partner, whose story is central to All The Way to the River
Episode: Eat Pray Love author Elizabeth Gilbert on addiction, loss, co-dependency, love, grief and rage.
Elizabeth Gilbert
Author of Eat, Pray, Love
Episode: Stop everything! Lorraine & Trish are back with a sneak peak at the guests and topics for 2026
Dr. Nigat Arif
GP and menopause specialist
Episode: Stop everything! Lorraine & Trish are back with a sneak peak at the guests and topics for 2026

Hosts

Lorraine Candy
Co-host of Postcards From Midlife, who brings a wealth of experience from her career in magazine editing, along with personal insights on midlife challenges.
Trish Halpin
Co-host of Postcards From Midlife, who shares her journey and insights on navigating midlife issues alongside engaging conversations with expert guests.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I’m from Melbourne, Australia, and I really enjoy listening to this podcast on a Sunday. Trish and Lorraine are fun, informative, and engaging, which makes it an easy listen. I also really like the guests they bring on and the variety of topics they cover—always interesting and well discussed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7Pippa7
    Australia19 days ago
  • A must for women in midlife!

    Warm, engaging and a special listen, at every episode. Information to make you feel heard, included and supported no matter what you’re going through. What a community these ladies have created. A beautiful and safe place to interact on the facebook group too. Deepest thank you, ladies xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTroop_1979
    Australiaa month ago
  • Perplexing

    Lovely women and an enjoyable listen but why re-run the episode with Raynor Wynn at peak “Salt Path” fame? Surely since she has been discredited as a thief and her story as largely fraudulent, this is an episode that needs to be deleted rather than replayed?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Listening in Winch
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Love love love

    I love this podcast. It’s so important for so many women (and men) out there that need help and advice. Long may this continue

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willowhead22
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Too many adverts

    Good content and guests but far too many adverts (and for too long)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Shabangle
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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There are some concerns about the frequency of advertisements interrupting the flow of conversations.
The podcast is praised for its relatable and humorous hosts who tackle midlife topics with grace and warmth.
Overall, the content is seen as uplifting and empowering, making it a go-to for women seeking guidance in midlife challenges.
Many find the community aspect, including associated online groups, to be a supportive space for discussions.
Listeners appreciate the valuable insights shared by various guests on issues relevant to women in midlife.

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Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Q: Can the Learn Like a Lobster framework apply to non-work areas of life?
Yes, the principles of continuous learning, curiosity, and reflective practice can enrich gardening, volunteering, relationships, and other personal pursuits as well.
Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Q: How can AI help with career development without replacing personal action?
AI can support self-awareness and prompt-driven coaching, but individuals still need to take concrete steps such as networking, initiating conversations, and applying insights in real life.
Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Q: How can learning be integrated into a busy life without adding stress?
Use strategies like the To Think List and No Cablery to focus thinking, set boundaries, and reflect on learning moments within existing meetings and responsibilities.
Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Q: What is a squiggly career and why is it important in midlife?
A squiggly career replaces the idea of linear promotion with a flexible approach that values learning, cross-functional opportunities, and personal aims, helping midlife professionals shape roles that fit their strengths and life circumstances.
Revive your midlife career: how to grow in your role, change jobs or turn a side hustle into a business
Q: Why learn like a lobster?
Helen discusses squiggly careers and explains that lobsters grow by shedding shells, representing how people can learn and adapt in midlife by embracing vulnerability and reframing learning as a continuous, personal process rather than a linear ladder.

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Focused on navigating the complexities of midlife, this podcast engages listeners through candid conversations that blend humor with heartfelt advice. It covers a range of relevant topics, including menopause, wellness, parenting, relationships, and personal growth, with insights from a mix of celebrities and professionals. The hosts invite a variety of guests who share their unique experiences and expertise, making each episode both informative and relatable. Listeners can expect to gain practical tips and emotional support as they traverse this often overwhelming life stage, finding a community and camaraderie among others experiencing similar challenges.

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1. Helen Tupper
2. Katherine Templar-Lewis
3. Dr. Nighat Arif
4. Dr. Kim Boyd
5. Dr. Tamsin Lewis
6. Nuala McGovern
7. Raya Elias
8. Elizabeth Gilbert

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