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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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Recent Guests

Shazia Mirza
Comedian and TV / stage performer
Comedian, Actress
Episode: Shazia Mirza: I led a secret double life as a comedian
Andrea McLean
Former Loose Women presenter and broadcaster
Former Loose Women, broadcaster
Episode: Andrea McLean: I was 24 hours from death – here's what I learnt
Gabby Logan
Sports broadcasting icon
BBC/Sky/ITV
Episode: Gabby Logan: My biggest mistakes and why I’m owning up to them
Karen Millen
Businesswoman and fashion mogul
Karen Millen brand
Episode: Karen Millen: How I bounced back at 63 after losing everything
Bryony Gordon
Journalist, author and mental health campaigner
Self, various media appearances
Episode: Bryony Gordon: At 45 I'm scared of getting addicted to Botox
Adele Roberts
Radio presenter and TV star
BBC Radio 1; various media
Episode: Adele Roberts: Bowel cancer at 42 gave me the chance to live again
Glynis Barber
Midlife icon, actress known for Dempsey and Makepeace
Actor
Episode: Glynis Barber: Why you need to stop dressing for your fantasy life
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

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Ateh Jewel
Host of Second Act with Ateh Jewel; guides conversations with guests

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • I LOVE this podcast

    I absolutely LOVE this podcast. Listen to it every day. Ateh really cheers you up. xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cls1111
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Jo Good

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hdc74
    United Kingdoma year 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
    Australiaa year ago
  • Age deserves a rebrand!

    Love the content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abbeymjones87
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners praise relatable, candid conversations and uplifting energy from the host.
Podcast is seen as authentic and empowering for women navigating aging and career changes.
Guests often feel like they gain clarity and practical advice for midlife pivots.

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Gabby Logan: My biggest mistakes and why I’m owning up to them
Q: What moment did you know you were in your second act?
I realized I was in my second act when I walked past a mirror and thought, I'm older than I feel inside, which led me to study and embrace aging as a phase of strength and reinvention.
Adele Roberts: Bowel cancer at 42 gave me the chance to live again
Q: Adele, welcome to Second Act. I'm so excited to get into it with you. If you were to summarize your first act in three words, what would they be?
My first act would be described as a big hot mess, with chaotic experiences but lots of learning; the core takeaway is that I wasn't truly happy despite outward appearances.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Second Act

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

This show centers on midlife reinvention, resilience, and living ambitiously beyond traditional aging stereotypes. Through candid interviews with high-profile women from media, fashion, sports, and entertainment, hosts explore second-act journeys—from career pivots and health challenges to motherhood, menopause, and creative reinvention. Episodes tend to blend personal storytelling with practical insights on authenticity, work-life balance, and building meaningful projects later in life, often drawing on vulnerability, ambition, and collaboration to illustrate how a compelling second act can redefine success. A notable strength is the guest diversity—ranging from performers and journalists to entrepreneurs and authors—creating a rich tapest... more

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4. Karen Millen
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7. Glynis Barber
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