
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | a year ago |
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Journalist and author Bryony Gordon opens up to Ateh this week about her struggles with addiction and alcoholism, the OCD that has shaped much of her life and how her body image has changed in midlife.
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Inspirational Radio 1 DJ Adele Roberts opens up about the second chance her bowel cancer diagnosis gave her, her surprise Royal fan club, why she came out on Big Brother and the ‘big mistake’ which changed her life.
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Actress and Second Act columnist Glynis Barber opens up about the crippling anxiety she felt after the menopause, tragedy that kicked off her acting career, why she continues to ‘torture’ herself, inside her 30 year marriage to Dempsey and Makepeace ... more
Sky News presenter Sarah Jane Mee opens up about finding love in her 40s, her stalker shock, the impact her daughter has had on her career, the importance of midlife friends and how she has created the perfect step-family dynamic.
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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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Recent guests on Second Act include:
1. Adele Roberts
2. Glynis Barber
3. Sarah Jane Mee
4. Hermione Norris
5. Donna Ashworth
6. Sarah Beeny
7. Gaby Roslin
8. Yasmin Le Bon
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