Your 2nd Act
Welcome to Your 2nd Act podcast - where we celebrate the power and beauty of women in their middle years. Join me each week as I chat to inspiring women from all walks of life, sharing their stories, insights, and hard-earned wisdom. Together, we'll explore the limitless possibilities of your next chapter and trust me, the curtain has just risen on your most exciting act yet.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 71
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Jo’s 2nd Act – “Unless you change and really do ‘the work’, then you are going to have a life that stays the same”
This week I chat with Jo, the host of another amazing podcast called "Redefining Midlife." In this conversation, Jo, a midlife mentor, coach, and podcaster, shares her journey from a su…
Bev’s 2nd Act - “We have to be ever evolving the way we look at ourselves. We have to be a lot kinder”
This week I chat with Bev, the talented stylist behind the popular Instagram account The Iris May Style. Bev shares her journey of kickstarting her Instagram account dedicated to fashio…
Jacinta’s Story - “I feel like I’m this source of power. I’m as big as Mount Everest”
This week's episode takes a different approach as I shine the light on Jacinta, a resilient advocate committed to making a difference in the lives of young people by addressing issues o…
Lindsey’s 2nd Act – “I literally started drinking to self-medicate. I had a good enabler”
This week I chat with Lindsey, a single mother of six, who bravely shares her journey from excessive drinking to recovery. In this conversation, Lindsay delves into the challenges of be…
Nick’s 2nd Act - "I'm not obsessed with the way I look and the way I feel, but I’m close to it"
This week I chat with Nick, my first male guest on the podcast. We dive into his unique perspective on retiring before the age of 60, exploring identity, and navigating relationships du…
Kate's 2nd Act - "Now, I really love what I see in front of the mirror"
This week, I dive into a heartfelt conversation with Kate about her Instagram journey, focusing on self-expression and challenging ageism. Kate shares her experiences with online negati…
Marlene’s 2nd Act – “She said, look, we're into threesomes”
This week I chat with Marlene, who shares her experiences and insights into the world of online dating in later life. With honesty and humour, she discusses her motivations for taking t…
Isabella's 2nd Act - "In Italy nobody is surprised to see an older woman in a bikini, even with a bit of flesh hanging out”
This week, I have a delightful chat with Isabella, an Italian Health and Wellness Coach, who shares her perspective on aging and how Italian women navigate this journey.
Aging is conside…
Jo's 2nd Act - "I'm not going to pretend to be someone that I'm not - how boring would that be"
This week I chat with funny Jo, the creator of the Instagram account '50 So What' In this lively conversation, Jo opens up about her journey into her 2nd Act, embracing life after 50 a…
I'm back!!!! Welcome to Season 2
Hey there, wonderful listeners! I'm back after an incredible 4 month break and I’m so ready to get back into the wonderful world of podcasting!
Season 2 is about to kick off and I’ve go…
That's a wrap! - Season 1 Finale......
And that's a wrap!
Looking back at Season 1, I can't believe how this small idea I had from almost two years ago has brought me so much purpose and joy. It's shown me that just believin…
Miriam's 2nd Act - "I never felt a lump and I probably in hindsight wasn't checking properly"
This week I chat with Miriam, who opens up about her journey through breast cancer in the middle of the pandemic! Her story is a real eye-opener about why we should pay attention to reg…
Andrea's 2nd Act - "Life is too short to stay loyal to something that's keeping you stuck"
This week I chat with Andrea, who shares her story that began with being blindsided, left with no money and as a single mother. Her story is a testament to strength, self-discovery and …
Lisa's 2nd Act - "Bloody hell what about me!! what about what I want to do"
This week I chat with Lisa, a remarkable and resilient woman whose journey spans back to our shared past. She's conquered a career in a heavily male dominated industry, faced the challe…
Dee's 2nd Act - "There was a lot of gas lighting, rejection and emotional abuse"
This week I chat with Dee, whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. From a marriage breakdown rooted in betrayal, Dee found herself at rock bottom. However, she didn't stay there.…
Jackie's 2nd Act - "My end goal was being a family"
This week I chat to Jackie, who has embarked on a truly transformative journey during her 2nd Act. After a nine year journey of attempting to start a family, Jackie and her husband mad…
Kim's 2nd Act - "It was a crossroad in my life having to walk my talk"
This week I chat to Kim, who's discovered a whole new sense of purpose in her 2nd Act, both on a personal and professional level. It's fascinating how crossroads can lead us to remarkab…
Nikki's 2nd Act - 'I was very lucky in a way that he had an affair"
This week I chat with Nikki who fearlessly bares her soul to share her truth. She takes us on an intimate journey through the challenges of moving to a new country, ending a 24 year ma…
Cass' 2nd Act - "I suffer fools less - I'm more honest and direct"
This week I chat with Cass, the creator behind the delicious brand Twisted Healthy Treats. I delve into Cass' remarkable journey and her transition into an exciting 2nd Act. She speaks …
Jules' 2nd Act - "A little voice kept saying you're not doing what you're supposed to be doing"
This week I chat to Jules whose journey has been a testament to the power of following one's creative calling and intuition. Her pivotal moment arrived after a dream that led her to a s…