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The Midlife Chrysalis

Chip Conley
Aging
Midlife
Longevity
Midlife Transition
Midlife Transitions
Leadership
Midlife Transformation
Purpose
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Modern Elder Academy
Vulnerability
Caregiving
Lifelong Learning
Rituals
Don Lemon
Creativity
Midlife Crisis
Emotional Well-Being
Mindset

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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Matt Ross
CEO of School of Rock and One River School, author of Grow or Fold
One River School; School of Rock
Episode: Feeling Stuck at 50: How to Find Your Magic and Start Again | Matt Ross
Kelly Wendorf
Leading expert on horses and equine-assisted learning; founder of Equus Santa Fe
Equus Santa Fe / MEA
Episode: What Horses, Death, and Nature Taught Me About Being Human | Kelly Wendorf
Elizabeth White
Advocate for big-age women and co-creator of housing initiatives with MEA
MEA / Modern Elder Academy
Episode: The New Way Women Over 50 Are Choosing to Live | Elizabeth White
Angus Fletcher
Author and psychologist focusing on narrative intelligence and primal intelligence
Angus Fletcher, angusfletcher.co
Episode: You Were Never Meant to Think This Way | Angus Fletcher
Arthur Brooks
Harvard educator, author of From Strength to Strength and The Meaning of Your Life
Harvard; MEA collaboration
Episode: Why Success Stops Making You Happy After 40
Jill Nicolation
CEO/Founder, Juniper Park authority and MEA educator
MEA Wisdom School / Juniper Park
Episode: You Did Everything Right… So Why Does It Feel Wrong? | Jill Nykoliation
Dr. Florence Comite
Lead physician and longevity expert; author of Invincible
Comite Center / longevity medicine
Episode: The Real Reason You’re Aging Faster Than You Should | Dr. Florence Comite
Bonnie Wan
Ad executive and brand strategist turned life strategist
Independent consultant / Life Brief author
Episode: Stop Living on Autopilot. Start Living for Real | Bonnie Wan
Robin Fisher Roffer
Branding and marketing expert; veteran ad executive
Former head of large branding agency; MEA faculty
Episode: She Quit a 30-Year Career to Help Others Rebrand Their Lives | Robin Fisher Roffer

Host

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

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • 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 States2 months ago
  • Insightful conversations with practical advice

    Wide range of topics focused on midlife but relevant for anyone trying to live a better existence.

    The sound needs improvement since it’s low and not always clear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    divanrg
    United States2 months ago
  • Fantastic human and always thought provoking

    Chip Conley is one of the kindest humans I’ve ever encountered. And every single one of his episodes has thought-provoking content. I am listening to the one on restarting your career and your 50s, he has four pillars to think about where you might find ideas. He also is very realistic about people who still need to earn a paycheck. You really need to listen to this podcast. It’s great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrea Jones (AJC)
    United States4 months ago
  • Brilliant idea, beautifully executed

    Really enjoy this podcast, fantastic guests, powerful topics and excellent questioning

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kprimr
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Nourishment for the Soul and Mind

    Listening to Midlife Chrysalis with Chip Conley is like hitting the refresh button on my outlook. Every episode feels like a gentle yet powerful nudge that transforms my mindset from “blah” to fully energized. Chip’s insights and conversations are rich with wisdom, practical tools, and heartfelt stories that make midlife feel like a time of growth rather than decline. It’s not just a podcast—it’s nourishment for both the soul and the mind. Highly recommend for anyone seeking inspiration and a re... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leslie Z from New Hampshire
    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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What Horses, Death, and Nature Taught Me About Being Human | Kelly Wendorf
Q: How did you become the person you are?
Kelly describes being shaped by hard-won life experiences, a quest for presence, and her time in Ethiopia and on archaeological digs, which taught her the value of presence, resilience, and service.
She Told 80,000 Employees the Truth She Hid Her Entire Life | Katherine Dudtschak
Q: Katie, what does it mean that at that point in June of 2019 to come out? How were you dressed? Had you had not transitioned at that point?
She explains that she was presenting in a male role while beginning to transition, documented the moment on video for 80,000 viewers, and planned a staged return as Katherine with care for family and team.
She Told 80,000 Employees the Truth She Hid Her Entire Life | Katherine Dudtschak
Q: What is your essential truth at the core of who you are and why you are here on this planet?
Katie describes a lifelong pull toward feminine identity and authenticity, culminating in a public coming-out and a shift in career path toward roles that align with her true self, while maintaining leadership responsibilities.
Death, Belonging, and What It Means to Be Human | Sebastian Junger
Q: But for you, what impact did that have on you?
It reframed life as urgent and precious, pushing me to prioritize family, meaningful work, and a mindful, present approach to every day rather than letting technology and routine erode connection.
Mortality Was My Wake-Up Call | Dr. Brad Jacobs
Q: What are the biggest changes in midlife health you're seeing today compared to 10–20 years ago?
He points to ubiquitous information, device dependence, sleep disruption, and chronic stress as drivers of health decline, while highlighting the potential of three-times-daily meditation, circadian rhythm optimization, and data-guided lifestyle tweaks to reverse or slow these trends.

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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. Matt Ross
2. Kelly Wendorf
3. Elizabeth White
4. Angus Fletcher
5. Arthur Brooks
6. Jill Nicolation
7. Dr. Florence Comite
8. Bonnie Wan

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