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Second Act is the podcast and community for women in midlife who refuse to fade into the background. Join midlifer Ateh Jewel as she speaks to celebrity guests about the moment they knew they were in their 'second act', and how they're changing the game in their next one. We're not interested in any of the usual stereotypes about age - whether you're 40 plus, 60 plus or 100 plus this is the place ... more

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Sarah Jane Mee
Broadcaster, first female lead anchor of Sky News' flagship breakfast program
Sky News
Episode: SJ Mee: How I navigate having a blended family in my 40s
Hermione Norris
Actress known for Cold Feet, Luther, Silent Witness
Self
Episode: Hermione Norris: I dropped my mask after menopause
Donna Ashworth
UK's best-selling poet and author
Donna Ashworth Poetry
Episode: Donna Ashworth: I stopped fighting Mother Nature and started loving my ageing body
Sarah Beeny
Renowned property expert, entrepreneur and broadcaster
Beeny Group / TV personalities
Episode: Sarah Beeny: Breast cancer at 50 reshaped my entire life
Gaby Roslin
Broadcaster and author
Episode: Gaby Roslin: I've been sober for 8 years and it's changed everything
Yasmin Le Bon
Iconic supermodel, mother to Amber Le Bon
Modeling/fashion industry
Episode: Yasmin and Amber Le Bon: How motherhood changed everything for us
Amber Le Bon
Model and DJ, mother and daughter in the industry
Modeling/music
Episode: Yasmin and Amber Le Bon: How motherhood changed everything for us
Heidi Range
Former member of the Sugababes, an iconic noughties pop band.
Sugababes
Episode: Heidi Range: I wasn't prepared for perimenopausal rage
Kathy Sledge
Iconic singer and member of Sister Sledge
Sister Sledge
Episode: Kathy Sledge: This is the secret to a happy 45-year marriage

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Ateh Jewel
Host of Second Act, leading conversations with celebrity guests about midlife reinvention

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Jo Good

    Loved the interview with Jo Good. What a fabulous woman ! Love you Jo ! x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hdc74
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Very relatable

    Really enjoyed the episode with Naga Munchetty. You two had great banter and shared philosophies on life. The ads in between weren’t intrusive and I’ll definitely be subscribing to the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msunshine18
    Australia9 months ago
  • Age deserves a rebrand!

    Love the content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abbeymjones87
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Hermione Norris: I dropped my mask after menopause
Q: What was the moment you knew you were in your second act?
She describes a period of processing and the space to reflect that led to realizing the second act is about choosing peace, redefining desires, and valuing presence over constant busyness.
Donna Ashworth: I stopped fighting Mother Nature and started loving my ageing body
Q: How has ageing changed your relationship with creativity and self-image?
She describes ageing as a doorway to less self-judgment and more self-compassion, with a focus on embracing imperfections, ongoing growth, and a playful approach to fashion and self-expression.
Donna Ashworth: I stopped fighting Mother Nature and started loving my ageing body
Q: What moment made you realize you were in your second act?
Donna cites her son's diagnosis as a pivotal moment that forced a total life overhaul—selling their home, moving to Scotland, and reorienting careers toward writing and family well-being.
Sarah Beeny: Breast cancer at 50 reshaped my entire life
Q: What advice would you give to your younger self or to listeners about earlier life choices?
Don't feel as responsible as you felt; enjoy every moment and trust that you can learn and adapt as you go, especially about how much you know versus what others know.
Heidi Range: I wasn't prepared for perimenopausal rage
Q: How do you nurture your body now?
I think it is self-care, isn't it? And I think it's because you realize how it has an impact on your mental health. Like I know if I go to the gym, I just feel better.

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What is Second Act about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Midlife-focused conversations with high-profile women and creators who are reshaping what a second act looks like. Across episodes, guests share personal journeys through motherhood, career pivots, health and body image, sexuality, resilience, and creative reinvention. The show often threads through themes of self-acceptance, empowerment, and community, with candid discussions about menopause, aging, identity, and balancing public life with private growth. It stands out for its bold, no-taboo approach to topics like sexuality, mental wellness, and fashion or entrepreneurship, offering practical advice and inspirational stories for listeners navigating midlife transitions.

Listeners can expect intimate storytelling, strategic career shifts,... more

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2. Hermione Norris
3. Donna Ashworth
4. Sarah Beeny
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6. Yasmin Le Bon
7. Amber Le Bon
8. Heidi Range

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