The FxCK YOU 50s

Katrina Anne Willis: Coming Out In Midlife

Andrea Claire sits down with award-winning author Katrina Anne Willis for an unapologetic conversation about burning down societal expectations and coming out LGBTQ+ after 50. Katrina, author of the 2026 memoir Hurricane Lessons, opens up about the massive tectonic shifts of navigating identity, family dynamics, and the heavy emotional labor women carry into their fifties. From the nuances of midlife LGBTQ+ self-discovery to confronting workplace ageism, menopause, and the sudden feeling of societal invisibility, this episode is one to stream now!. It’s a beautiful, unfiltered masterclass in why it is never too late to make a change, claim your respect, and choose authenticity over conformity. Because life is too damn short to live anyone else’s version of it. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website [https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/the-fxck-you-50s/] IG @TheFxCKYOU50s [https://www.instagram.com/thefxckyou50s] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaclaire/] YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUAIue7oNNKCazL-4QEOUUi9ELUiWwYJQ&si=PLvhsQwmpj6GTLGl] Connect with Katrina Anne Willis here: Katrina Writes [https://katrinawrites.com/] Substack [https://substack.com/@surrenderingtosappho]  Katrina on IG [https://www.instagram.com/katrina.anne.willis] Buy Hurricane Lessons on Amazon [https://amzn.to/42L3H2w] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Jasmine Denham: Touring with Nelly Furtado, Navigating Midlife in the Music Industry

I sit down with Jasmine Denham, a phenomenal musician whose career is a masterclass in evolution. With a resume that spans decades and continents, Jasmine has navigated every facet of the music industry—from performing on world stages with Sisterella - an MJJ /  Michael Jackson production and as a  touring backup vocalist for Nelly Furtado to shared "sparkling moments" with icons like Prince and Pharrell. Beyond the spotlight, Jasmine is a seasoned songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur. She has penned hits for Juno-nominated artists, earned a SOCAN No. 1, and served as a musical director for The Next Star. Today, she balances her work as a music curator, a juror for the Polaris Music Prize with her role as the founder of The Stop, her own studio and music school where she mentors the next generation of talent. In this conversation, we explore: * The Power of the Pivot: Moving from international backup vocalist to an influential industry artist and entrepreneur. * Industry Realities: The truth of being a woman of colour in a male-dominated field and why kindness is the ultimate career currency. * Health & Resurgence: Navigating the creative and physical challenges of chronic migraines and perimenopause while reclaiming her voice. * Legacy and Education: How her school is empowering artists to own their craft, just as she has. Your voice only gets stronger with time. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website [https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/the-fxck-you-50s/] IG @TheFxCKYOU50s LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaclaire/] YouTube Connect with Jasmine Denham here: Website  [http://jasminedenham.ca/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jasminedenham] - https://www.instagram.com/jasminedenham [https://www.instagram.com/jasminedenham] The Stop [https://www.thestop.online/] Jasmine Denham's Music School  The Stop [https://www.instagram.com/thestoptoronto/]on Instagram Discogs [https://www.discogs.com/artist/706536-Jasmine-Baird?srsltid=AfmBOopTU9rVg3QUTfhHGqymhL1Mm1_M2e2O-8vPpuwKVgwtPOpR0sYJ] as Jasmine nee Baird YouTube [https://youtu.be/21XLtUQb2LE?si=RDk7NzVx4mMtznk-]  Other notables:  Seth Riggs Vocal Studio [https://www.riggsvocalstudio.com/artists]  Advance Music [https://www.advancemusic.org/] Canada’s Black Music Collective Lush demo [https://youtu.be/tDjjJs29oE8?si=VBCjXpCsXqkY-N6X] for Kylie Minogue Together We Are One [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SksUegnZU5I] making of the Pan-Am games theme song  Together We Are One [https://youtu.be/GjUeBpQnGQ0?si=xsoMM9JEnzacPsFd] in French Together We Are One [https://youtu.be/21XLtUQb2LE?si=RDk7NzVx4mMtznk-] sung by Serena Ryder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Tamara Gerdis: Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist on Kegels, Pelvic Health and Osteopenia

In her second appearance on the podcast, Tamara Gerdis, co-founder of Physio Down Under, returns to provide a masterclass in pelvic floor health for women over 50 navigating midlife and beyond. With over 20 years of expertise, Tamara strips away the stigma surrounding "taboo" topics, offering a blend of clinical evidence and empowering practical advice. The conversation dives deep into how the hormonal shifts of menopause—specifically the decline of estrogen—impact everything from bladder urgency to sexual comfort. Tamara emphasizes that while symptoms like leakage or "the invisible itch" are common, they are not an inevitable part of aging. * The Estrogen Connection: Understanding how menopause affects the elasticity and health of pelvic tissues, and the role of localized treatments. * Functional Rehabilitation: Moving beyond simple Kegels to focus on core activation, pressure management, and progressive strength training. * Bladder & Bowel Mastery: Strategies for managing urgency, especially during travel, and normalizing these conversations * Bone Health & Longevity: Addressing the link between pelvic health, osteopenia, and the importance of weight-bearing movement. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website [https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/the-fxck-you-50s/] IG @TheFxCKYOU50s [https://www.instagram.com/thefxckyou50s] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaclaire/] YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUAIue7oNNKCazL-4QEOUUi9ELUiWwYJQ&si=T02cBwRVR-jNUdXM] Connect with Tamara Gerdis here: Physio Down Under official site [https://physiodownunder.sg/] PDU on FB [https://www.facebook.com/physiodownunderSG/] PDU on IG [https://www.instagram.com/physiodownunder/] https://skims.com/en-ca/products/smoothing-intimates-unlined-minimizer-bra-onyx?variant=47895122706785 https://www.reiss.com/ca/en/shop/feat-sale-gender-women-0 https://normakamali.com/collections/best-sellers-update?perpage=100&zCountry=CA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Dr Trina Read: Sexologist || The Truth About Women's Sexuality in Midlife

* Look for 'The Chicken Dance' visual on The FxCK YOU 50s IG account! * Joining Andrea Claire today is Dr. Trina Read, a world-renowned sexologist, #1 bestselling author, and the woman on a mission to prove that midlife is the perfect time to reclaim your pleasure. From her award-winning The Sex Course, to her practical guide: You. Me. Bed. Now!, Trina has spent decades helping women navigate the complex intersection of long-term partnership, menopause, and shifting sexual scripts. We’re learn the difference between a sexologist and a sex therapist, how to navigate mismatched libidos, and why your enthusiasm—not your age—is your greatest aphrodisiac. "Sex is meant for long-term relationships," says Trina. It’s time to stop settling for 'meh' and start asking for what you want with total abandon. * Sexologist vs. Sex Therapist: Understanding who to call when you want to focus on the how and the now. * The Menopause Shift: How aging actually changes the landscape of intimacy (and how to adapt). * Breaking the Scripts: Overcoming shame and the "old rules" we were taught about women’s desire. * The Libido Gap: Practical tools for couples who aren't on the same page. * Body Image in Midlife: Finding confidence and embracing the "beautiful messiness" of sex after 50. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website [https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/the-fxck-you-50s/] @TheFxCKYOU50s [https://www.instagram.com/thefxckyou50s/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaclaire/] YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUAIue7oNNKCazL-4QEOUUi9ELUiWwYJQ&si=X6KcUPEqzKas-Qhy] Connect with Dr Trina Read here: Dr. Trina Read, Sexologist [https://www.trinaread.com/] Dr Trina Read on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drtrinaread/] Are You Sexy checklist [https://www.trinaread.com/3c9276f3-b35d-4cd9-845f-052e286c03f1] and other Dr Trina Read freebies The Taboo Show [https://amzn.to/41QtAgH] The Taboo Show is the bold, breathtaking sequel to Dr. Trina Read's award-winning novel The Sex Course. Together, these books create the world's first self-help fiction-a delicious blend of sex ed mixed with women's fiction, raw honesty, and practical insight into real-life pleasure and empowerment. This story will make you laugh, blush, cry, and be okay with wanting more. It's a celebration of friendship, reinvention, and the courage to walk through the door marked taboo - and find freedom on the other side. for intimacy exercises [https://melbaapp.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Jana Danielson: Cooch Ball

In this episode,  Andrea Claire sits down with Jana Danielson, a women's health expert, pelvic floor pioneer, mindset mentor and the mastermind behind the most talked-about sphere in wellness today. After a personal health crisis sparked the realization that many "medical" pelvic issues are actually rooted in fitness, Jana transformed her passion into a wellness empire. From a home-based Pilates setup in 2008 to a 9,000-square-foot integrated health clinic in Saskatoon, Jana’s reach now includes her online platform, Metta District, and her signature pelvic floor fitness tools: the Cooch Ball and Scooch Ball. We explore  the role of fascia, and not limited to the pelvic floor. Fascia release for the feet to get your day started and how the Scooch Ball has some facial facelift benefits too.  Learn why small, daily rituals and enrituals are the secret to aging with power instead of pain. Connect with The FxCK YOU 50s here: Podcast Website [https://www.womeninmedia.network/show/the-fxck-you-50s/] IG @TheFxCKYOU50s [https://www.instagram.com/thefxckyou50s/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaclaire/] YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUAIue7oNNKCazL-4QEOUUi9ELUiWwYJQ&si=jD4-xihjaGejdqyZ] Connect with Jana Danielson here: Jana Danielson official website  [https://janadanielson.com] Jana Danielson on IG [https://www.instagram.com/jana.danielson] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]