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Postcards From Midlife

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

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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Latest Episodes

Are we talking about mental health more than ever, yet understanding it less? Consultant clinical psychologist, Times columnist and broadcaster Prof Tanya Byron thinks so. She joins Trish & Lorraine to talk about her new book, You Are Not a Diagnosis... more

Surrounded by people but still feel lonely? Bestselling author Meg Mason (Sorrow and Bliss) joins Lorraine and Trish to talk about how she wrote her new novel Sophie Standing There, a story of love, loneliness and life after divorce. Meg shares her o... more

Meet Dr Sam Bunting, the leading dermatologist who says you don't need facials, a silk pillowcase or have to drink gallons of water to get bright, glowing skin after 40. As well as busting midlife skincare myths, the author of Flawless: Your Ultimate... more

TV’s Julia Bradbury was diagnosed with breast cancer at 51. Then she went on a mission to give herself the best shot at a long, healthy life. The mum of three joins Lorraine and Trish to share the screening tests worth having, how she quit alcohol an... more

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Tanya Byron
Consultant clinical psychologist, Times columnist and broadcaster
Episode: Prof Tanya Byron on emotional overwhelm, mental health & when an ADHD diagnosis is & isn’t help
Meg Mason
Author and journalist, known for Sorrow and Bliss and Sophie Standing There
Author
Episode: Meg Mason: Loneliness, shame & relationships plus 6 new Book Club reads
Dr. Sam Bunting
Leading dermatologist, founder of Flawless
Flawless Skincare / Harley Street clinic
Episode: Dr Sam Bunting on midlife skin: rosacea, fine lines, Botox & SPF
Julia Bradbury
Journalist, TV presenter, author
Journalist, TV Presenter
Episode: Julia Bradbury: The Health Tests Worth Having After 40
Louise Kennedy
Irish author of Trespasses and Stations
Author, Trespasses; Stations
Episode: Best-selling novelist Louise Kennedy on fame after fifty & overcoming lifelong anxiety
Rose Ferguson
Nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner
Independent/nutrition practice
Episode: We're Back! The new season kicks off with summer confessions, a wellness reset & our best guests yet
Dr Sam Bunting
Medical and cosmetic dermatologist
Private practice
Episode: We're Back! The new season kicks off with summer confessions, a wellness reset & our best guests yet
Professor Tanya Byron
Clinical psychologist
University/clinical practice
Episode: We're Back! The new season kicks off with summer confessions, a wellness reset & our best guests yet
Dr. Julie Smith
Clinical psychologist, author, and mental health educator
Self-employed / Author
Episode: Are You Emotionally Burnt Out? Dr Julie Smith on Anxiety, Fear & Overwhelm

Hosts

Lorraine Candy
Host of the show; long-time magazine editor with a focus on midlife topics and guest interviews
Trish
Co-host of the show; brings personal stories and banter to midlife topics

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • I love Trish and Lorraine! I've been listening since 2020 and have found their podcast to be entertaining and informative. They are a delight.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    YQ
    13 days ago
  • Always interesting & fun!

    I love listening to your podcasts on my dog walks or when doing chores at home. It’s like having your best mates in you ear & helps alleviate the loneliness! Plus as I found in todays episode, I have big feet in common with Lorraine!! I’m 5ft 2 with size 7.5 feet - but have to wear an 8 and I hate it!! If there was an operation to shrink them I’d do it!! 🤣 so thank you for sharing Lorraine 💗💗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liberylou
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • It’s like having girls night out!

    I just love these ladies and this show. It’s like going for a girls night out - you hear compelling stories, you learn stuff which is relevant for you and you get inspiration listening to what everyone’s been up to. I also just love the gentle banter between Lorraine and Trish. I look forward to each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RadioAdict
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Bit too giggly

    FB group is excellent and really helpful. Guests great if a bit repetitive. Just wish they would lose the giggly schoolgirl ‘ aren’t we mid life crazy’ banter/bloomers. Just fast forward as we are not 15. Maybe take a leaf out of Off Air with Jane & Fi??

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    cremade
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Hate it when they take a break!

    Best podcast out there for mid life women. I hate it when they take a break! Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heroblueeyes
    United States5 months ago

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Many appreciate honest discussions and practical tips, with strong community support through a Facebook group.
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Some listeners wish for fewer ads and a tighter focus on certain topics, noting occasional repetition in topics.

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Prof Tanya Byron on emotional overwhelm, mental health & when an ADHD diagnosis is & isn’t help
Q: What is the difference between a mental health experience and a mental health condition?
She says assessment considers biology, psychology and social context, as well as duration and functional impairment. Painful emotions do not automatically indicate illness, while a condition can require professional care.
Prof Tanya Byron on emotional overwhelm, mental health & when an ADHD diagnosis is & isn’t help
Q: You say that the more we talk about mental health, the less we seem to understand it. Can you tell us what you mean by that?
Byron says mental health discussion has reduced stigma and improved recognition, but social media and inaccurate use of clinical language can confuse ordinary emotions with mental illness.
Meg Mason: Loneliness, shame & relationships plus 6 new Book Club reads
Q: How does Meg Mason feel about the public spotlight on authors and the way Sophie Standing There intertwines with real literary figures?
Meg explains that she includes real authors in the book to create verisimilitude and a sense of authentic festival atmosphere, while keeping a clear boundary between fiction and the real world; she values readers seeing themselves in the story and respects the process of adaptation and reception.
Dr Sam Bunting on midlife skin: rosacea, fine lines, Botox & SPF
Q: What role does azelaic acid play in midlife skincare?
Azelaic acid helps with rosacea and pigmentation, is well tolerated by sensitive skin, and can be used to condition the skin before introducing stronger actives.
Dr Sam Bunting on midlife skin: rosacea, fine lines, Botox & SPF
Q: Why are retinoids so important, and how should they be used?
Retinoids affect a large portion of skin genes, helping with aging and acne; they should be used at appropriate strengths, often at night, and started gradually to avoid irritation while selecting stable, skin-friendly formulations.

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This show centers on midlife women seeking practical guidance across health, relationships, careers, and daily life, with hosts Lorraine Candy and Trish guiding conversations with celebrities, clinicians, and authors. Episodes blend personal anecdotes with expert insights on menopause, parenting teens, finances, resilience, and reinvention, all delivered in a warm, humorous tone that aims to empower listeners to navigate a confident, healthier second act. Notable strengths include a robust guest mix spanning medical, wellness, and personal-growth spheres, plus an active community and consistent focus on actionable tips and real-world storytelling.

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Recent guests on Postcards From Midlife include:

1. Tanya Byron
2. Meg Mason
3. Dr. Sam Bunting
4. Julia Bradbury
5. Louise Kennedy
6. Rose Ferguson
7. Dr Sam Bunting
8. Professor Tanya Byron

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