In midlife, our bodies start speaking louder—whether through hormonal shifts, chronic inflammation, or the wear and tear of years of stress. Western medicine often focuses on treating symptoms, while Eastern healing philosophies emphasize root-cause healing, balance, and longevity. But what if we could blend the best of both worlds for a truly comprehensive, patient-centered approach to health? This week, I’m joined by Dr. Anuradha Lala-Trindade (Anu Lala), a renowned cardiologist specializing in heart failure management, cardiometabolic disease, and holistic patient care. She believes in a pa ..read more

Sleep is one of the most essential components of our health, yet so many women struggle with getting quality rest—especially in midlife. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Carleara Weiss, Ph.D., MSH, RN, a sleep expert, researcher, and advocate for women's health. Dr. Weiss brings over 15 years of experience as an Adult-Geriatric Nurse and is currently a Research Assistant Professor at the State University of New York in Buffalo. She has been featured in Buzzfeed, Insider, EatingWell, Women's Health and on the Well+Good podcast, and she’s here to help us uncover why so many women are strugglin ..read more

What if your medications are secretly sabotaging your bladder health? In this must-listen episode of Beauty is a Bitch, we’re tackling an often-overlooked topic: how certain medications can impact bladder function, particularly for women over 50. If you’ve ever struggled with incontinence or noticed changes in your bladder control, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you understand what’s happening and how to take control. Joining me is Aleece Fosnight, a board-certified physician assistant specializing in sexual medicine, women’s health, and urology. Aleece is a medical advisor ..read more

What if your skincare routine is doing more harm than good? In this eye-opening episode of Beauty is a Bitch, we’re diving deep into the hidden toxins lurking in your beauty products and how they may be interfering with your health, hormones and overall balance. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless list of ingredients on your skincare labels, this conversation is your ultimate guide to cutting through the confusion and making smarter choices for your skin and well-being. Joining me is Trina Felber, the powerhouse behind Primal Life Organics and a trailblazer in the clean beauty movem ..read more

Dating in midlife can feel overwhelming. If you’ve watched The Later Daters on Netflix, you’ve likely seen the unique challenges that come with navigating love later in life. A lot has changed since we were dating in our younger years—hello, social media and dating apps! But while the landscape may be different, finding lasting love is still very much possible. That’s where today’s guest, Evan Marc Katz, comes in to guide us through the complexities of midlife dating with his expert advice. Evan Marc Katz is a pioneer in the world of dating coaching. Since 2003, he’s helped smart, successful w ..read more

Who doesn't love a good beauty dupe? Especially when the prices of skincare and makeup keep going up and up. But are they really the same? And have you noticed the old classics are back on beauty trend again? Why? Join Lauren and Karen Young, CEO of the Young Group and adjunct professor at FIT as they talk all about the trends in the beauty industry. In this episode they examine why beauty dupes are and are not like the fast fashion of beauty, why there is such price disparity within the beauty industry, if the prestige brands have any recourse when they are "knocked off," how the multi-nation ..read more

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Audrey Hope, a distinguished healer and spiritual therapist with over two decades of experience in transformative and soul-centered healing. Audrey takes us on a deep dive into her revolutionary techniques, which she uses to get to the “root of the root” of the soul’s journey, including the exploration of past lives, soul contracts, karma and energy. Audrey's work goes beyond traditional healing methods, making her a renowned figure not only in her Brentwood-based practice but also online. Through her weekly YouTube show, Hope For Relationships, she shar ..read more

Are you struggling to figure out if what you're feeling is anxiety or depression? It can be tricky to tell the difference, but don’t worry. That’s exactly what this episode is here to help with. I’m joined by Laura Rhodes-Levin, LMFT, a licensed therapist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. Laura is also the founder of The Missing Peace Center for Anxiety, a facility that offers a range of therapies designed to calm the nervous system and bring the mind and body back to a state of peace. Plus, she's recently released her book The Missing Peace: Rewire Your Brain ..read more

Did this past summer leave your skin struggling more than usual? Even with diligent sunscreen use, did you notice more "sun" spots than you typically do? You’re not alone. Hyperpigmentation hit an all-time high this year. But what you might think is sun damage could actually be melasma—or maybe even a mix of both. So how can you tell the difference? That’s what we’re diving into this week. I thought the extra brown spots I was seeing were just sun damage, but as my guest explained, they were actually melasma—a condition triggered by heat, not just UV rays. I’m joined by the incredibly knowledg ..read more

Can our workouts actually be contributing to our anxiety? And if we already struggle with anxiety, could certain exercises make it worse? Believe it or not, some workouts may cause more stress than they relieve. Molly McNamee, an online fitness coach and founder of MFit Workouts, believes the key to looking and feeling your best lies in managing your stress. Having dealt with high-functioning anxiety herself, Molly discovered that traditional exercise routines often worsened her symptoms. Her mission is to raise awareness and empower women to manage anxiety through mindful, therapeutic workout ..read more