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  • Episode 70: Holiday Pressure & the Sandwich Generation with guest Sherry King
    Nov 13 2025

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    Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast all about health, happiness, and hormones for women 40 and beyond.

    In this episode, James and Juli are joined by coach and mentor Sherry King to talk about the season that can stretch even the most capable woman into human toffee: the holidays when you’re smack in the middle of the sandwich generation.

    If you’re juggling kids or teens, supporting ageing parents, keeping work afloat, and wondering what “sleeping properly” even feels like anymore, this one’s for you. Sherry shares practical, real-life ways to protect your bandwidth without burning bridges — think boundaries that actually stick, calmer evenings, and “good-enough” systems you can keep going when life is loud and everybody wants a piece of you.

    To find out more about Sherry

    See https://www.sandwichgenerationsupport.co.uk/

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  • Episode 69 Special Update: FDA Removing Black Box warnings from HRT in the US
    Nov 11 2025

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    In this episode James and Juli jump for a special episode to talk about an important announcement that was made this week in the USA where the FDA — Federal Drugs Administration — is removing the scary black box warnings from menopause hormone therapy.

    What does the announcement mean? Why have things changed? What's it been replaced with? are the kind of topics we cover in this quick update episode.

    If you feel as though this was helpful and you know someone who could benefit from listening, please like, share and subscribe.


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  • Episode 68: Creatine & Menopause - what’s all the fuss about?
    Nov 6 2025

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    Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause — the show where we cut through the fluff and give you practical, science-backed steps to feel better in midlife.

    In this episode we’re taking on creatine — possibly the most misunderstood supplement in the room.

    There’s a lot of social media hype about creatine at the moment, especially when it comes to high doses, and so we thought we’d talk about where and why it can be a smart, simple add-on for women 40+ - and what to avoid.

    Over the 30-minute episode we cover what it is, why it’s useful during menopause, how to take it safely, and what to expect. We’ also tackle the big worries — kidneys, weight, “bulking” — and finish with a quick Q&A.

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  • Episode 67: Community support for menopausal women in business with special guest Michelle Pegg
    Oct 30 2025

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    Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk about all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. We’re coaches James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40.

    If you’re building a career or a company in midlife, confidence isn’t a mood, it’s a system, and community is the shortcut. Today we’re looking at pricing, pitching, visibility, and the boundaries that buy back your energy, especially when symptoms are loud.

    In this episode, we talk to Michelle Pegg from The Business Confidence Club a new women's business network that champions clarity, clients, and calm momentum for women in business.

    The Business Confidence Club

    Catch more Michelle on her network here https://www.businessconfidenceclub.com/

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    34 m
  • Episode 66: Stop Chasing Pain: Back, Hips & Confidence in Midlife with special guest Cynthia Croissant
    Oct 23 2025

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    Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk about all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. We’re coaches James and Juli from Fabulous Beyond 40.

    In this episode we have a special guest joining us, but before that, let us ask you a question.

    Does your back always feel tight, your hips grumpy, and your shoulders achy, even though you feel like you’re ‘doing everything right’? Today we’re asking why aches show up in midlife, and how to move better, not just push through pain.

    Our guest today is Cynthia Croissant. Cynthia is a Certified Personal Trainer and Posture & Mobility Specialist who helps women in midlife rebuild strength, improve back wellness, and move with confidence. She takes a science-backed, whole-body approach to address the real root causes behind stiffness, pain, and loss of mobility — so women can feel strong, capable, and in control again. Cynthia’s mission is to help women stay active, age confidently, and enjoy life without limitations.

    More about Cynthia

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    https://www.youtube.com/@cynthiacroissant

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    36 m
  • Episode 65: Skincare and makeup tips so you can Glow Up after 40
    Oct 16 2025

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    Welcome to Empower Your Menopause, the podcast where we talk all things health, hormones, and happiness for women over 40. In this episode coaches Juli and James are joined by a special guest to tackle a topic that’s written all over our faces. Literally.

    As hormones shift in midlife, so does our skin — texture, tone, dryness, and elasticity all start to change, often making our old skincare and makeup routines work against us. But the good news? With a few smart tweaks, that glow you thought was gone for good can come right back.

    We’re thrilled to be joined by Dawn Pfingsten, creator of Just Doing My Best, to talk about real skin and real life — no faff, no filters. Dawn’s all about helping mature women find simple, affordable solutions for makeup and skincare that work for aging skin.

    Dawn is a wife, mom, grandmother, military veteran, and sheep farmer, living her best life while fixing up an old farmhouse — proof that beauty and real life can absolutely coexist.

    If your foundation’s settling faster than you can say “perimenopause,” this one’s for you.

    Follow Dawn for more skin, makeup, and fashion tips:

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  • Episode 64: Hot Flashes & Hot Topics: Labels, Labs, and the latest wins for women
    Oct 9 2025

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    Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause — the show all about health, happiness, and hormones for women 40+ with coaches Juli Madacey and James Ellis.

    In this Hot Flashes & Hot Topics episode we’re cutting through the noise to decode the latest menopause headlines — so you don’t have to waste your time doom-scrolling and second-guessing what’s true.

    Here’s what we’re diving into this month:

    • US regulators are revisiting those scary HRT warning labels
    • A non-hormonal medication for hot flushes just got UK approval
    • There’s finally real money flowing into women’s health
    • UK doctors are warning against home hormone testing

    We’ll unpack what’s behind each story, why it matters, and what you actually need to know — no hype, no nonsense.

    👉 Share this episode with one friend or colleague who needs evidence, not noise.

    👉 Send us your story or question for the next Hot Flashes & Hot Topics — email james@fabulousbeyond40.com

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  • Episode 63: From Mirror Critic to Confidence Queen with Jackie Crawford
    Oct 2 2025

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    In this episode of Empower Your Menopause, James and Juli are joined by Jackie Crawford — image consultant, style queen, and all-round confidence booster.

    We first spotted Jackie at a Yorkshire Ladies Link convention earlier this year. She stood out immediately — bold colours, effortless style, and a presence that radiated confidence. We didn’t get to chat on the day, but when we found out she was an image consultant, we knew we had to bring her on the podcast.

    Jackie helps women stop fighting their bodies and start expressing who they truly are — through fashion, mindset, and self-acceptance. This conversation is full of energy, practical wisdom, and a refreshing take on how style can support your midlife journey. Don’t miss it.

    To find out more about Jackie and her work, visit: jackiecrawford.co.uk

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    And if you’re ready to stop guessing about your own health, book a Menopause Impact Assessment call with us. In just 45 minutes, you’ll get clarity on your symptoms, goals, and next steps — so you can start making real progress that lasts.

    See impact.fabulousbeyond40.com to book.

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