Midlife Talkshop

Midlife Talkshop Ep. 20: Laughter Is the Best Midlife Medicine with Comedian Karen Morgan

This week on Midlife Talkshop, we’re joined by the hilarious Karen Morgan — Gen X comedian, former attorney, Dry Bar Comedy favorite, and professional storyteller-- a perfect listen for anyone who has managed to survive motherhood and midlife with a sense of humor 😂 We laughed and reminisced about family, aging, southern charm, growing up in the 70s/80s “unsupervised & dehydrated,” and why midlife might actually be the funniest season yet. If you’ve ever hidden out in your car for a few minutes of peace to yourself and are looking for a reboot-- this episode is for you!  🎤 Follow us and listen to the episode, then join us for Karen's live show at the Funny Bone in Richmond Va on June 4th... 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & YouTube @midlifetalkshop For tour dates, comedy specials & more info on Karen, visit www.karenmorgan.com [http://www.karenmorgan.com/] Follow Midlife Talkshop: https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast [https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast]

Midlife Talkshop Ep. 19: Needles, Nerves & New Energy - How Acupuncture Can Transform Midlife Health

NEW EPISODE — Midlife Talkshop Podcast Ep. 19: Needles, Nerves & New Energy: How Acupuncture Can Transform Midlife Health “Shift happens.” — Dr. Keith Join us this week as we sit down with Dr. Keith Bell, a nationally recognized Holistic Health expert who has spent more than 25 years studying and practicing Oriental medicine and the healing arts. He is the founder of Oriental Medicine Specialists, Richmond’s premier holistic health center and the first clinic in Richmond to offer Traditional Chinese Medicine, Classical Chinese Medicine, and Integrative Fertility Medicine. This conversation is packed with insight on how acupuncture can help regulate hormones, calm the nervous system, improve sleep, reduce inflammation, and help release stored trauma from the body. After all, “the body remembers what the mind forgets”. Topics we cover: • Hormones & perimenopause • Stress + nervous system healing • Sleep & the “wired but tired” feeling • Joint pain, headaches & inflammation • Breathwork, meditation & mindset shifts • The healing power of community & connection One of many “Golden nuggets” he shares— Just 2–5 minutes of deep breathing can shift the body into “rest and reset” mode. No time? A 15-second hug can offer similar calming benefits. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & wherever you get your podcasts… Find Dr Keith at: https://www.orientalmedicinespecialists.com [https://www.orientalmedicinespecialists.com] and mention Midlife Talkshop when you book your visit! Please Follow Midlife Talkshop Podcast at: https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast [https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast] #MidlifeTalkshop  #orientalmedicinespecialists #drkeithbell #Acupuncture  #HealingTrauma

Midlife Talkshop Ep. 18: From Farm to Front Porch with Mark Lilly’s Mobile FarmBus

What if better health didn’t start in a pharmacy—but at the farm? 🌱 In this episode of Midlife Talkshop, we sit down with Mark Lilly, founder of FarmBus, who’s on a mission to bring fresh, local food straight to your community—and your front door. From a converted school bus in 2009 to a full movement, Mark is helping people reconnect with where their food comes from and why it matters—especially in midlife. Because eating whole, local foods isn’t just about taste… it’s about preventing disease, boosting energy, and aging stronger.  Simple shifts. Real food. Big impact. Listen now + get 10% off Farm to Family’s CSA with code: Midlife10 Follow along @MidlifeTalkshopPodcast & @TheFarmBus for more conversations that help you live well and thrive. #MidlifeTalkshopPodcast #TheFarmBusCSA #MidlifeWellness  #EatLocal  #FarmToTable  #HealthyAging  #WellnessJourney

Midlife Talkshop Ep. 17: Unlock your Exponential Potential - Turn Pain into Power

Join us for Ep. 17 of Midlife Talkshop as we learn how to Elevate & Unlock our “Exponential Potential” with author and speaker, Nhat Pham. Utilize his “Five Pillars” to reinvent yourself in Midlife and "Turn Pain into Power".   Listen to Midlife Talkshop Podcast on all streaming services: https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast [https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast]   Link to purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/4lOoOJM [https://amzn.to/4lOoOJM]   #midlifetalkshop #midlifetalkshoppodcast #elevate #unlock #exponentialpotential

Midlife Talkshop Ep 16: Spring Forward & Survive Daylight Savings Time

⏰ We're about to "Spring Forward"… but at what cost?! 😩☀️ Midlife Talkshop Ep. 16: Spring Forward & Survive Daylight Savings Time *Links to Listen in bio) That “harmless” one-hour time change? In midlife it can feel like jet lag without the vacation. ✈️ Why it hits harder in your 40s & 50s: ⚡ Sleep gets disrupted 🔥 Cortisol spikes 🔄 Hormones fluctuate 🍩 Cravings creep in 😴 Energy tanks But here’s the truth: you’re not crazy — and you’re not broken. You just need different strategies. 💛 In this episode we break down simple, doable shifts to help you: 🌅 Reset your internal clock with morning light 🌙 Protect your nighttime routine like it’s sacred 🥑 Balance blood sugar & prioritize protein 🏃‍♀️ Move your body at the right time 🧘‍♀️ Calm your nervous system so you can actually rest Midlife isn’t the problem. It’s just a new rhythm — and we’ve got you covered ✨ Listen here: https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast [https://linktr.ee/midlifetalkshoppodcast] #MidlifeTalkshopPodcast #SpringForward #DaylightSavingTime #MidlifeWellness #HealthyHabits