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Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50

by Michelle Thompson

Her Comeback is a transformative podcast for women over 50 who've reached their breaking point and are ready to reclaim their lives. Life coach Michelle Thompson delivers raw, authentic conversations with women who've navigated major transitions, combining practical rebuilding strategies with expert insights on reinventing yourself at any stage. Whether you're facing an empty nest, career changes, relationship shifts, or the realization you've been living everyone else's dreams, Michelle's warm, no-nonsense approach provides the clarity and courage you need to move from survival mode to thriving. This isn't just about getting back on your feet—it's about proving that mid-life isn't the end of anything - it's the powerful beginning of everything you were meant to become. New episodes drop weekly. Your second act awaits. https://hercomebackpodcast.com/

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Episodes

  1. Bangs, Botox, and the Never Pause: Aging with Humor with Diane Dean-Epps

    Season 3 kicks off with laughter! Humorist Diane Dean-Epps joins Michelle to talk about the absurdities of aging, why women over 50 need more laughter (not more anti-aging advice), and how humor can carry you through the hard stuff. Diane is the author of four humor books, including BANGS 'N'...

  2. 7 Losses, One Wake-Up Call: Paige Arnof-Fenn Redefines Success on Her Comeback

    Her Comeback with host Michelle Thompson, author of Courageously You: Seven Simple Frameworks to Create the Life You Love- — available on Amazon and everywhere books are sold Guest: Paige Arnof-Fenn , Founder and CEO Mavens & Moguls This episode features Paige Arnof-Fenn, a Stanford and Harvard...

  3. Bonus Episode: I Was the Guest — My Conversation on the You Are Worthy Network

    Bonus Episode: Michelle Goes Behind the Mic — My Conversation on the You Are Worthy Network This week's episode is a little different. Instead of interviewing a guest, I was the guest — sitting down with host Steve Wormer on the You Are Worthy Network for a wide-ranging, deeply personal...

  4. From Bulletproof Vest to Chocolate Farm: Anne van Leynseele's Radical Reinvention on Her Comeback

    Host: Michelle Thompson Guest: Anne van Leynseele What do a Hollywood producer, a cannabis attorney, an Obama administration federal advisor, and an award-winning chocolate farmer have in common? They're all the same person. Anne van Leynseele joins Michelle to unpack the throughline behind a...

  5. Home Is a Feeling, Not a Place: Anne Peshka's Reinvention After 54 on Her Comeback

    Episode Notes — Her Comeback with Anne Peshka At 54, Anne Peshka's life looked perfect from the outside — a beautiful home in Southwest Florida, early retirement, beach days. But inside, she felt like a bird trapped in a cage. In this episode, Anne joins Michelle Thompson to share what happened...

  6. From Fired Twice to Founder: Lori Pfeiffer Murphy on Rebuilding Her Identity on Her Comeback

    HER COMEBACK PODCAST with Host Michelle Thompson https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ From Fired Twice to Founder: Lori Pfeiffer Murphy on Rebuilding Her Identity Guest: Lori Pfeiffer Murphy — Author, Entrepreneur, Title Industry Leader & Co-Founder, Rising Tides Foundation This week Michelle sits…

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  7. I Didn't Even Know What Pie I Liked: A Mom's Journey Back to Herself, Her Comeback with Audra Phelps

    Episode Overview What happens when the life you built around someone else's blueprint stops fitting who you are? In this deeply moving episode of Her Comeback, Michelle sits down with Audra Phelps — coach, former Mormon mom, and founder of the RECLAIMED program — connecting across the globe from...

  8. What Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? Her Comeback with Robin Kencel

    What Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? | Robin Kencel What if the next chapter of your life isn't about reinventing yourself — but rediscovering who you were always meant to be? In this rich conversation, Michelle sits down with Robin Kencel — certified spiritual director, seven-time Pro-Am...

  9. The Hidden Cost of Success - Her Comeback with Kellie Grutko

    Episode Notes: Her Comeback with Kellie Grutko In this episode, Michelle sits down with Kellie Grutko, founder of Purposeful Pivot and a North Carolina–based coach for women navigating "post-success reinvention." After 30+ years in corporate marketing, Kellie shares the moment she realized…

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  10. Scooping Her Way to Freedom: From Corporate Project Manager to Full-Time Entrepreneur — Her Comeback with Gayle Todd

    https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Episode Overview In this episode, Michelle sits down with Gayle Todd, a Southwest Florida resident and kindred spirit, who spent decades as a software analyst and project manager for her county government — and then, at 62, quietly planted a brand-new flag. Gayle...

  11. Dreams Delayed, Not Denied - Her Comeback bonus episode with Michelle Thompson

    HER COMEBACK - BONUS EPISODE - "Dreams Delayed, Not Denied" A Live Talk by Michelle Thompson- hercomebackpodcast.com Summary Something different is waiting for you in this bonus episode of Her Comeback. This week, Michelle is sharing a live talk she gave at a women’s networking event she recently...

  12. She Saw What Therapy Was Missing, And Built Something Better; Her Comeback with Dr. Barbara Holstein

    Episode Summary- https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ What happens when a psychologist looks around her field and realizes something essential is missing? For Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, the answer changed the trajectory of her entire career—and the lives of countless women. In this rich conversation...

  13. Reinvention Is Not Optional — Her Comeback with Shannaz Schopfer

    Her Comeback with Shannaz Schopfer, host Michelle Thompson https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ What does it look like to rebuild yourself — not once, not twice, but again and again across five decades and multiple continents? In this episode, Michelle sits down with Shannaz Schopfer, a global beauty...

  14. From Broadcast to Broccoli - Her Comeback with Amanda Hull

    Her Comeback | Episode Notes Guest: Amanda Hull, Author & Certified Health Coach Episode Summary Michelle sits down with Amanda Hull — Iowa farm girl turned Florida-based health coach and author — for a conversation about getting back to the basics of wellness, sustainable health habits, and the...

  15. Too Much for the Room with Passion Pam on Her Comeback

    Her Comeback | Episode Notes with Passion Pam Host: Michelle Thompson https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Intimacy coach, entrepreneur, and podcast host Passion Pam has been facilitating real conversations about sexual health and pleasure for over 22 years. What began as a way to earn extra income as…

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  16. From Wall Street to Purpose-Driven — Her Comeback with Stephanie Georges

    Her Comeback Podcast - https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ About This Episode What happens when a high-achieving woman reaches the top of her field and still feels like something is missing? In this episode, host Michelle Thompson sits down with Stephanie Georges — former C-suite executive…

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  17. Marketing Without the Overwhelm; Her Comeback with Sydney Jones

    Her Comeback Podcast · Hosted by Coach Michelle Thompson Marketing Without the Overwhelm with Sydney Jones EPISODE SUMMARY ABOUT SYDNEY: Sydney is the owner of Sydney Jones VA, a boutique digital marketing agency based in Kentucky serving clients locally and remotely. Her team of three…

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  18. Her Comeback with Lisa Clements: Money as Freedom: Building Financial Confidence

    Her Comeback | Episode Summary Guest: Lisa Clements, Financial Advisor & Wealth Manager — ClearSprings Wealth, Kansas City, KS Lisa spent 24+ years in corporate America, including a role at Meta, before relocating to be closer to family and discovering a passion for investing. A New Year's Eve...

  19. Her Comeback with Dr. Belinda Paulicin: Strength Beyond “Strong”

    Podcast: Her Comeback – Transforming Your Life After 50 Episode https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Title: Strength Beyond “Strong” with Dr. Belinda Paulicin Episode Summary: What does it really mean to be called “strong”—and is it always empowering? In this powerful and deeply human conversation…

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  20. Her Comeback with Randi Crawford

    Her Comeback | Episode Notes Guest: Randi Crawford, Life Coach & Author Randi Crawford is a San Diego-based certified life coach, former entrepreneur, and co-founder of a public healthcare company focused on women's health. After stepping away from her career to raise her two children, Randi…

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  21. Her Comeback with Beth Mazza

    Guest: Beth Mazza | Entrepreneur Like a Mother Beth Mazza is a San Francisco-based entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience building businesses — including two consulting firms she built and sold for a combined value of more than $40 million, all while raising four children. Now at 57, she's...

  22. Her Comeback with Dr. Julie Merriman

    Her Comeback Podcast — Episode Summary hercomebackpodcast.com; https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleThompson-LifeCoaching Guest: Dr. Julie Merriman, PhD, LPC | Host: Coach Michelle Thompson | Overview Dr. Julie Merriman — counselor, speaker, and author with 30+ years of clinical experience — joins...

  23. Her Comeback with Vicki Thomas

    Episode Title: From Woodstock to Wisdom: Discovering Your Purpose at Any Age with Vicki Thomas Episode Summary In this inspiring episode of Her Comeback, Michelle sits down with Vicki Thomas, Chief Purpose Officer of My Future Purpose, to talk about reinvention, purpose, and creating meaningful...

  24. Her Comeback: Bonus Episode

    Her Comeback — Bonus Episode Relationship with the Divine Host: Michelle Thompson | Type: Bonus Episode / Book Excerpt Episode Overview In this special bonus episode, host Michelle Thompson shares an intimate excerpt from her upcoming book — a chapter she almost didn't write. The topic?...

  25. Her Comeback with Mikki Williams

    Her Comeback | Episode Notes Guest: Mikki Williams — Global Speaker, Storyteller & Accidental Influencer at 82 Mikki Williams is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), inductee of the prestigious CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame, and TEDx speaker recognized by Meetings & Conventions Magazine alongside...

  26. Her Comeback with Dr. Antoinette Kruse

    Episode Resources: www.hercomebackpodcast.com Guest: Dr. Antoinette Cruz, Founder of Providence Family Life Center & Mind-Body Movement Living Laboratory Journey to Body-Centered Trauma Recovery Transitioned from traditional clinical work at University of Michigan and Columbia University…

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  27. Her Comeback with Denise Quinn

    Her Comeback with Denise Quinn https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleThompson-LifeCoaching https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Guest: Denise Quinn, PCC, MBA - Career Transition Coach About Denise: Career transition coach specializing in mid-career professionals navigating layoffs, career changes, business...

  28. Her Comeback: with Lisa Panos

    HER COMEBACK WITH LISA PANOS - EPISODE NOTES https://hercomebackpodcast.com – Hosted by Michelle Thompson GUEST: Lisa Panos Author of "Big Girl Pants" | Relationship Advisor | Naples, Florida ABOUT LISA: Lisa Panos has been helping individuals and couples navigate meaningful change for over 12...

  29. Her Comeback: with Suzanne Doyle-Ingram

    Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50 - hercomebackpodcast.com Guest: Suzanne Doyle-Ingram, Book Publisher & Author Coach From Self-Doubt to Confidence - Episode Overview: In this powerful and honest conversation, Michelle welcomes Suzanne Doyle-Ingram, an experienced book publisher who…

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  30. Her Comeback: with Cheryl Dillon

    Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50 - hercomebackpodcast.com Season 2, Episode 1 Guest: Cheryl Dillon Founder of Funderful Experiences & Connected Hearts Community Summary In this powerful season premiere, host Michelle Thompson welcomes Cheryl Dillon, who transformed her life in her…

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  31. Bonus - Gratitude for your support and new year ahead!

    Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50 Season 1 Finale - End of Year Message Host: Michelle Thompson Bonus Episode - Season Wrap-Up Go to empoweringyoulifestrategies.com to sign-up for year-end special! Episode Summary Michelle Thompson closes out Season 1 with gratitude and exciting news...

  32. Her Comeback: with Lorna Fedelem MD

    Episode 11: Women's Health & Wellness with Lorna Fedelem MD https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Guest Bio: Dr. Lorna Fedelem is a Naples, Florida native who practiced hospital medicine for 13 years before transitioning to private concierge medicine five years ago. She now focuses on preventative care...

  33. Her Comeback: with Stephanie Al-Arnasi

    Her Comeback: Episode 10 Notes https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Guest: Stephanie Al-Arnasi, Owner of Maja Head Spa Host: Michelle Thompson Guest Background: Stephanie is a massage therapist and esthetician of 12 years, married to Abe for 29 years, and mother of four young adults (Mark, Abraham,...

  34. Her Comeback: Bonus Episode My Story - 5 Transformations that Changed Everything

    Her Comeback Podcast: Bonus Episode Notes Episode Title: My Story - 5 Transformations That Changed Everything Host: Michelle Thompson; [email protected] https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Episode Overview In this deeply personal episode, Michelle shares her own transformation journey...

  35. Her Comeback: with Natasha McCrea

    Episode: Finding Your Power Through Self-Love with Natasha McCrea Guest: Natasha McCrea, Founder of Love CEO Institute Natasha McCrea is a coach, speaker, actress, and author from Los Angeles who describes herself as "a creative lover of life." After being married and divorced twice by age 30…

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  36. Her Comeback with Christina Nylese

    Episode Title: Finding Healing Through Holistic Health and Recovery with Christina Nylese Episode Notes: In this empowering episode of Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50, Coach Michelle Thompson welcomes Christina Nylese, a Holistic Health Coach and Mindfulness Teacher who brings 14...

  37. Her Comeback with Dr. Michele Pelletiere

    Host: Coach Michelle Thompson Guest: Dr. Michele Pelletiere, Chiropractor Guest Background Dr. Michele Pelletiere has been practicing chiropractic care for 25 years, specializing in NetworkSpinal™ Analysis. Originally from Minnesota, she moved to Southwest Florida in 1997 after graduating from...

  38. Her Comeback: with Jennifer Anderson

    Her Comeback Podcast Notes with Jennifer Anderson Guest: Jennifer Anderson, MCC (Master Certified Coach) Show: Her Comeback: Transforming Your Life After 50 Host: Michelle Thompson https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ About Jennifer Anderson Career change expert and life coach since 1998 Lives near...

  39. Her Comeback: with Kimberly Dye

    Her Comeback: Getting to the Yes with Kimberly Dye https://hercomebackpodcast.com/ Guest Bio: Kimberly Dye - VP of Advancement at David Lawrence Centers, Naples, FL. Two-time cancer survivor living with MS, adoptive mom at 47, and author of "Getting to the Yes" series. At 57, she says her life…

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  40. Her Comeback: with Sher Canada

    From Nebraska to Naples: A Journey of Reinvention Guest: Cher Canada - Retail Executive Turned Entrepreneur & Author Episode Overview Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cher Canada, who transformed from a small-town Nebraska girl into a retail powerhouse, leading brands like Chico's to...

  41. Her Comeback: with Patti Brown

    Patti Brown - From Fear to Freedom Got Sober at 40 - Life-changing foundation that enabled all future transformations Relocated for Mental Health - Moved alone from Pennsylvania to Florida to escape seasonal depression. Packed only dishes, card table, and air mattress while husband stayed to sell...

  42. Her Comeback: with Tracy Busch Pate

    Tracy Busch Pate is a mother of four daughters (all getting married by February!), associate publisher of American Chiropractor magazine, realtor, and host of "The Being Tracy Show" podcast on YouTube. Originally from Indiana, Tracy has lived an adventurous life across multiple states and...

  43. Her Comeback: With Annie Meehan

    Be a Pineapple Person: Rising Above Disruption Guest: Annie Meehan, CSP The Pineapple Principle: Stand up straight, wear a crown, be sweet inside - transforming a poem into a principle for confidence and kindness Being the Exception: Rewriting limiting stories, especially for women in...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Her Comeback is a transformative podcast for women over 50 who've reached their breaking point and are ready to reclaim their lives. Life coach Michelle Thompson delivers raw, authentic conversations with women who've navigated major transitions, combining practical rebuilding strategies with expert insights on reinventing yourself at any stage. Whether you're facing an empty nest, career changes, relationship shifts, or the realization you've been living everyone else's dreams, Michelle's warm, no-nonsense approach provides the clarity and courage you need to move from survival mode to thriving. This isn't just about getting back on your feet—it's about proving that mid-life isn't the end of anything - it's the powerful beginning of everything you were meant to become.

New episodes drop weekly. Your second act awaits.

https://hercomebackpodcast.com/

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Michelle Thompson

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