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The Midlife Chrysalis

Chip Conley
Aging
Midlife
Longevity
Midlife Transition
Modern Elder Academy
Leadership
Midlife Transitions
Midlife Transformation
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Purpose
Artificial Intelligence
Vulnerability
Wisdom
Caregiving
Lifelong Learning
Mindset
Rituals
Don Lemon
Mindfulness

The Midlife Chrysalis is a one-hour podcast hosted by Chip Conley, bestselling author of Learning to Love Midlife and founder of MEA (Modern Elder Academy). Chip and his high-profile guests – including Maria Shriver, Hoda Kotb, Elizabeth Gilbert, Michael Franti, and more – dive into raw, vulnerable conversations about the profound transitions they’ve experienced in midlife. Listeners get a rare lo... more

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Latest Episodes

We've been chasing happiness the wrong way. Dr. Laurie Santos explains what actually works.

Join Chip Conley and Dr. Laurie Santos, Yale's renowned happiness professor and creator of the university's most popular course, for a thought-provoking conv... more

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Do you ever feel like you're not good enough, even when you're succeeding?

You're not alone. In this Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley explores why imposter syndrome follows so many high achievers and, more importantly, how to break free from it.

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In this eye opening conversation, bestselling author and aging activist Ashton Applewhite challenges everything we think we know about growing older. She reveals why many of our fears about aging come from culture, not reality, and explains how getti... more

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What if your most meaningful chapter begins after 70?

Most people think aging is about slowing down. Dr. Philip Pizzo believes it's about discovering new purpose.

In this inspiring conversation, Chip Conley sits down with Dr. Philip Pizzo, former D... more

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Recent Guests

Ashton Applewhite
Aging activist and author
Episode: The Biggest Lies We've Been Told About Aging | Ashton Applewhite
Dr. Philip Pizzo
Physician-scientist, former Dean of Stanford Medical School, founder of Stanford Distinguished Careers Institute
Stanford University
Episode: Why Your 70s Can Be Your Most Meaningful Years | Dr. Philip Pizzo
Pat Whitty
MEA alum who undertook the Camino de Santiago at age 84
Modern Elder Academy (MEA)
Episode: The Hero’s Journey: Crossing the Threshold from Stagnation to Generativity | Pat Whitty
Kristine Michie
Impact consultant and co-creator of The Playful Podcast; speaker and MEA faculty
Impactful / The Playful Podcast / Modern Elder Academy
Episode: The Power of Play in Reinventing Your Life | Kristine Michie & JD Schramm
JD Schramm
Storytelling educator, presenter, and MEA faculty
MEA / University teaching / storytelling coaching
Episode: The Power of Play in Reinventing Your Life | Kristine Michie & JD Schramm
Margie Lachman
Brandeis professor and author of Prime Time, A New Vision for Midlife
Brandeis University
Episode: The Science Behind a Better Midlife| Dr. Margie E. Lachman
Stephen Herman
Attorney who co-created Retirement on Trial
Canadian legal community
Episode: How to Build a Life You Don't Want to Retire From | Stephen Herman & Evelyn Neaman
Evelyn Neaman
Producer/filmmaker who collaborated on Retirement on Trial
ME A / Filmmaking
Episode: How to Build a Life You Don't Want to Retire From | Stephen Herman & Evelyn Neaman
DJ DiDonna
MEA alum, author of Big Time Off, Harvard lecturer and podcaster
DJ DiDonna / MEA
Episode: How Time Away Can Change Your Future | DJ DiDonna

Host

Chip Conley
Founder of Modern Elder Academy; host of the show and a leading voice in midlife reinvention and life design.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • Glad I Found this Podcast!

    I found this podcast at an opportune time when I was stepping away from a career and wondering what was next. I’m still exploring but I now know that this is a transition and not a loss.

    Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dee Anne May
    Canadaa month ago
  • start your morning with Chip!

    I enjoy chip’s wisdom well posts on sub stack each morning. And always have a take away from his podcasts. I love that he summarizes what you’ll hear upfront, and then recaps at the end. Don’t miss the wisdom bumper sticker response at the end of each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drink chard
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    A friend recommended me this podcasts even though I knew who Chip is I’ve never heard it. And it really helps me navigate my midlife journey now. Short format makes it easy to digest one episode at a time. Each week me brings some wisdom and lights up some hidden corners. Highly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Art207
    Spain2 months ago
  • Insightful & fills you up

    I became acquainted with MEA and Chip Connolly through following Maria Shriver’s Sunday Paper etc… I was privileged enough to attend the session Chip co- lead with Arthur Brooks in August 2025. Having experienced Chip up close and in person his podcast is insightful and uplifting as he is in person. I have such huge respect for him have been following his daily blog since before I attended. So much wisdom we are blessed he undertook MEA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CB Barbara
    United States3 months ago
  • Christine

    Fascinating topic. I’ve been a professional dating and relationship coach for over 16 yesss and studied men’s and women’s behaviors for almost 40 and this is such a timely topic because the baby boomer bubble is dealing with important these points.

    Your personal experiences and studies certainly helped point out the challenges and hope for us all.

    I’m not sure how to follow you and receive notice of your future podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EvangelineMax
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the practical wisdom and inspirational guests.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and relevant to midlife growth.
The format blends deep storytelling with actionable takeaways.
Sound quality is sometimes noted as an area for improvement.

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The Biggest Lies We've Been Told About Aging | Ashton Applewhite
Q: What is a piece of wisdom Ashton would put on a bumper sticker, and what is its origin story?
Ashton explains that she resists a single bumper-sticker wisdom, emphasizing curiosity, openness to new experiences, and constant learning as central to living well across ages, with origins tied to her lifelong work challenging ageism and her ongoing evolution.
How to Build a Life You Don't Want to Retire From | Stephen Herman & Evelyn Neaman
Q: How did your documentary Retirement on Trial influence perceptions of retirement in the legal community?
It provided a concrete, relatable lens showing that planning, community, and purpose matter beyond leaving the workforce, and it sparked conversations that helped people rethink their identity and future
How to Build a Life You Don't Want to Retire From | Stephen Herman & Evelyn Neaman
Q: What is the core message you want professionals to take away about retirement?
Retirement is not an endpoint but a chance to redesign how you use your time, stay connected, and pursue meaningful work or activities that leverage your experience.
The Biggest Myth We Believe About Aging | Dr. Michael Gurven
Q: Is there a link between retirement and mortality?
The guest notes that retirement can increase mortality risk for some men who lose identity and purpose when not defined by work, while having multiple roles and identities can mitigate that risk.
The Biggest Myth We Believe About Aging | Dr. Michael Gurven
Q: What can modern society learn from indigenous tribes about aging and health?
The conversation emphasizes practical lifestyle factors—regular movement, whole foods, social connectedness, purpose, and resilient immune systems—that correlate with healthier aging and lower prevalence of chronic diseases, suggesting we can adapt these patterns to urban life.

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The show centers on midlife transitions, reinvention, and purposeful living, hosting high-profile guests to explore personal and professional pivots with honesty and practical wisdom. Episodes frequently blend psychology, education, branding, health, and aging with actionable frameworks for navigating endings, messy middles, and new beginnings. Noteworthy is the emphasis on lived experience, community, and programs from a leading elder-education ecosystem that encourages curiosity, resilience, and meaningful second acts. Listeners can expect intimate conversations that translate broad life-change concepts into implementable personal and professional steps, often anchored by a supportive community and practical exercises.

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Recent guests on The Midlife Chrysalis include:

1. Ashton Applewhite
2. Dr. Philip Pizzo
3. Pat Whitty
4. Kristine Michie
5. JD Schramm
6. Margie Lachman
7. Stephen Herman
8. Evelyn Neaman

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