Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a Friend

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Ep.202 The Dress of Possibility: Reinvention, Resilience, and Starting Over at Any Age

April 28, 2026

Today’s episode feels like catching up with a friend—but one who challenges you to stop playing small.I’m joined again by Susan Guidi, who first appeared back in Episode 45. A lot has changed since then—and this chapter might be her most powerful yet.Susan started over as a single mom, built a business from scratch, discovered stand-up comedy, lost 45 pounds at 63, and stepped on a bodybuilding stage at 65. Most recently, she navigated a hip replacement and came out stronger—with a completely...

Ep.201 Midlife Health Without the Noise: Hormones, GLP-1s, and Why You Don't Feel Better

April 21, 2026

If midlife wellness feels overwhelming, you’re not imagining it.Everyone has an opinion. Every scroll brings a new protocol. Eat this. Don’t eat that. Lift heavier. Do less. Fix your hormones. Try this supplement.And most women? They’re trying to do all of it—and still not feeling better.In this episode of Asking for a Friend, Michele sits down with Raquel Cartagena and Kristin Brucker, hosts of the Functional Moms Podcast, to cut through the noise and have an honest conversation about what i...

Episode 200: The Pause - Why I’m Stepping Away (For Now)

April 07, 2026

This is Episode 200—and one of the most meaningful conversations I’ve ever had with you.After four years, nearly 200 episodes, and a podcast that grew into the top 1.5% globally, I’m pressing pause on Asking for a Friend.This wasn’t a quick or easy decision. This podcast has been more than a platform—it’s been part of my identity. It’s been a space where we’ve had honest conversations about midlife, health, hormones, relationships, and the things women often keep to themselves.In this solo ep...