Rocking Midlife®- the Podcast
by Cat Coluccio
Welcome to the Rocking Midlife® Podcast – the show that proves your second act can be your best yet! Hosted by New Zealand author, speaker, and reinvention coach Cat Coluccio, this podcast is your weekly dose of real talk and fresh inspiration for women 40 and beyond. Through honest, unscripted conversations with amazing midlifers from around the world, Cat dives into everything from menopause to mindset, side hustles to self-care, decluttering to daring reinventions. No topic is off-limits—because midlife is too short to play small. Whether you're navigating change or chasing bold new dreams, Rocking Midlife® will motivate you to stop procrastinating and start creating the life (and legacy!) you truly want. 🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share the show to help amplify midlife voices around the globe. 🎁 Grab Cat’s free guide “5 Tips to Make Your Midlife ROCK” and never miss an episode: <a href=
Episodes
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Grace in Midlife: Carroll Patrizi on Faith, Forgiveness & Thriving Beyond the Rollercoaster
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this powerful Rocking Midlife® Podcast episode, I sit down with Carroll Patrizi — Consultant, Speaker, Podcaster, Ultrapreneur, and passionate mentor of multi-passionate individuals. Carroll shares her heartfelt wisdom on what it means to extend grace to...
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From Pajamas to Purpose with Olga Thompson
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ What happens when an award-winning comedienne, actor, and author known as the “Big Fat Greek Mother” gets real about midlife, menopause, and mental health? Pure magic. In this heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply vulnerable conversation, I sit down with Olga...
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Horses, Healing & Midlife Reinvention with Sue Willoughby
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ What if the secret to unlocking your stuck, stressed-out life wasn’t in more “doing”... but in standing still with a horse? In this deeply inspiring and surprising episode, I chat with Equus Coach® and reinvention queen Sue Willoughby. From overcoming a difficult...
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Widowed at 48: Grief, Burnout and Resilience with Stacey Johnson
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ When Stacey Johnson lost her husband at just 48—weeks after losing her stepfather and supporting her mother through a heart procedure—her world crumbled. But in the wake of unimaginable grief, she discovered an inner strength that changed the trajectory of her…
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From Rock Bottom to Rocking Midlife: Holly Oldham on Reinventing Life and Business
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ What if your entire life fell apart—and that was the beginning of everything? In this engaging episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, we meet Holly Oldham—a freelance writer, comedic poet, and entrepreneur who rebuilt her life from the ground up after leaving a...
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Trails to Classrooms: Leadership, Sled Dogs & Reinvention with Dr. Robert Forto
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ What do sled dogs, midlife reinvention, and university leadership training have in common? This week's episode features the fabulous Dr. Robert Forto—a dog musher, academic, and entrepreneur—who turned his midlife “crisis” into an incredible new chapter by going...
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The Power of the Pivot: Health, Wealth & Reinvention After 40
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ This powerful premiere episode features a vibrant lady, Jeanette Lowry—a transformation and residual income coach with over 30 years experience - who is on a mission to help midlife women break free from burnout, limiting beliefs, and financial fear. At 64 and...
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Rocking Midlife Season 6 Introduction
Welcome to Season 6 of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast! 🎉 In this heartfelt mini-episode, your host Cat Coluccio sets the tone for an inspiring new season—one that promises real talk, raw stories, and powerful transformations. Cat reflects on the journey of building the podcast since 2020 (tech...
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From Paralysis to Power: Reclaiming you after Chronic Pain and Trauma
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ This moving episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, features psychologist, professor, and holistic health expert Tatiana Miller. Tatiana shares her awe-inspiring journey from experiencing profound trauma—including the tragic loss of her sister and a diagnosis of...
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The Power of Saying Yes!
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ This episode features the lovely Debbie Weiss, the bestselling author of The Sprinkle Effect: A Guide to Living a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life. Debbie’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary—she has spent over 50 years navigating some of life’s toughest...
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Break Free from Phone Addiction: How to Reclaim Your Time & Mental Well-Being
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ Are you constantly glued to your phone, mindlessly scrolling, and wondering where all your time has gone? You’re not alone! In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, I sit down with MJ Murray Vishon, a licensed clinical social worker with over 48,000 hours…
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Embracing the Third Act: An Inspiring Journey of Resilience and Style
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this inspiring episode, I am joined by an amazing guest, fashion designer and author Diane Gilman -a lifelong trailblazer who is redefining the narrative of aging. Best known for revolutionizing the fashion industry with her DG2 jeans, Diane shares her…
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Unlocking Freedom Through the Gut-Brain Connection
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by the remarkable Shirley Billigmeier, CEO of Innergetics and author of the groundbreaking book Inner Eating (featuring a foreword by a Mayo Clinic doctor). Shirley shares her revolutionary insights on boosting energy, confidence, and...
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Reclaiming Your Purpose: How Midlife Can Be a New Beginning
In this inspiring episode of the Rocking Midlife Podcast, I sit down with the insightful Maylasia Harrell, a woman who has turned her own midlife pivot into a mission of empowering others. We dive into the transformative power of midlife, discussing how it’s never too late to rediscover your...
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Reinvent your life and Find your Voice
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this powerful episode of Rocking Midlife, I chat with Antoinette, a coach, speaker, and fellow podcaster who shares her insights into finding and using your voice, regardless of whether you’re an introvert or extrovert. We discuss the importance of mindset, the...
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It's NOT too late to write your Book!
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ Have you been saying for ages that you'll get around to writing your book one day, but secretly you're wondering if you've left it too late? Then today's episode is one you won't want to miss, as I share a powerful conversation where I was interviewed by the...
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10 Social Norms that YOU Should Ditch TODAY (+ What to Do Instead)
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ Are you ready to break free from societal expectations that no longer serve you? In this episode, I dive into 10 social norms that we’ve all been taught to follow but are holding us back—especially in midlife. It's time to challenge the status quo, step out of…
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The Libido Comeback: Empowering Women to Rediscover Intimacy After 50
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we dive deep into how women over 50 can reignite their intimacy and feel empowered! 💥 Dr. Cari Schaefer, founder of Your Menopause Midwife, shares her expertise on why so many women feel isolated when it comes to sexual health issues during...
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Midlife Crisis? Reinvent your Life after 40!
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ Are you feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or just blah? You might be experiencing a midlife crisis, but here’s the good news—you don’t have to stay there! 🎉 This episode is your guide to turning this phase into a powerful pivot point in your life. I’ll be sharing 5...
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Why starting a YouTube Channel in Your 40s will Change Your Life!
🌟Think you're too old to start a YouTube channel?🌟 Think again! Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I’m giving you not one, not two, but TEN reasons why starting a YouTube channel after 40 will transform your life. Discover how you can build confidence, connect with a global...
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Dating in Your 50s: Mastering the New Rules of Romance
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by New York based life coach and relationship expert Laurie Gerber, who shares her wisdom and practical advice on navigating the modern dating landscape. Whether you're newly single or a seasoned dater, this episode is packed with...
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Living Small Over 50 with Dr. Tiny
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Michele Williams, also known as Dr. Tiny. Michele's mission is to challenge the status quo of housing by promoting tiny homes as a sustainable and affordable option for individuals and communities. Her nonprofit, Coba...
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5 Life Lessons from Living with Chronic Pain at 50+
Welcome back to the podcast! 🎙️ *NOTE: There has been a diagnosis made since this recording, so look out for part 2 which will be coming soon! In this somewhat vulnerable episode, I'm sharing my personal story of living with chronic pain and invisible illness, along with 5 life lessons I've...
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It's Never Too Late for an Unexpected Adventure!
* Please note: the quality of audio is not the best in this recording, but Sarma's story is too fun not to share! Welcome to another episode of the Rocking Midlife Podcast where we are talking about how it is never too late for an unexpected adventure! Meet Sarma Burdeu, a wife, mother, and...
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How to get your Love Breakthrough!
Welcome back to the Rocking Midlife® Podcast! In this exciting season opener, I speak with Junie Moon, a renowned global love mentor and CEO of “Midlife Love Out Loud.” She specializes in helping women achieve breakthroughs in love and live vibrant, fulfilling lives. During our conversation…
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Redefining Menopause
Redefining Menopause Welcome back to the Rocking Midlife Podcast! In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with London-based Rachel Lankester. Rachel is not just a fabulous author, (whose book is on the recommended New York Times list for books about menopause) but a mentor and...
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Fighting for Your Health in Midlife: How to Become Your Own Advocate
Fighting for Your Health in Midlife: How to Become Your Own Advocate Do you feel like your midlife medical concerns are being dismissed and not taken seriously? Are you tired of being told ‘it’s all in your head’? You’re not alone! Join me on this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast as I...
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Feel Fabulous At Midlife: Beauty Tips of French Women
Get ready to embark on a journey to rediscover your inner and outer beauty at midlife with this week's episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the fabulous Karen Viesta, a life and health coach, as well as the host of the Wellegant Woman Podcast, as she unveils...
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Midlife Reinvention - Doctor to Film-Maker
Midlife Reinvention - Doctor to Film-Maker Are you feeling stuck in the same old routine of life? Ready for a midlife reinvention but have no idea where to start? Then look no further! Hear Ross Hewitt's inspiring story of how he made the leap from being a MD to trying his hand at film-making.…
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Loving Life at 50+!
Loving Life at 50+! Have you found yourself in a bit of a slump? Maybe you're not feeling great about your looks, your life, or maybe you are simply just feeling "blah." After all, you're not a spring chicken in your twenties or thirties, so there's not much to look forward to - right? Wrong! In...
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Nourishing your Soul through Friendships at Midlife!
Are you feeling lonely and disconnected at midlife? You don't have to stay that way! In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, I'm joined by business partners AND best friends, Dr. Lynne and Dr. Brooke to discuss how powerful friendships are in your midlife years. During our conversation,...
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Managing Money at Midlife
Are you a woman in your midlife season, feeling overwhelmed when it comes to managing money? Then join us this week on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast as we talk to Alison Jacobson – an expert in personal finance who has been through some extremely tough times and come out the other side. Learn how...
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The Menopause Transition!
Menopause can feel a confusing and tumultuous time - but it doesn't need to be a negative season in a woman's life. Today's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is Dr Cari Schaefer who helps women navigate this stage of life and embrace their Menopause Transition, and she shares some practical...
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Create A Fulfilling Life At Any Age - You Can Do It!
Are you looking for a way to start living a more fulfilling life? Then this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast will inspire you, as Gloria Carpenter shares her personal story, as well as tips about how you can create your most meaningful and joyous life - no matter your age. Learn how...
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How Inflammation Affects The Body At Menopause (And What You Can Do About It)
Are you experiencing uncomfortable symptoms during menopause? Turns out, inflammation might be to blame. In this episode, I'm joined by Canadian nutritionist and women's health coach Annie Gaudreault, and we explore how inflammation affects the body during menopause and what you can do about it....
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How Women of any Age can Achieve their Goals: Advice from an award winning Surgeon
There's no age limit on success! Tune in to this week's episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, where I'm interviewing award-winning surgeon, Dr Samantha Pillay, who shares advice about how any woman can achieve her goals. Dr Samantha is a powerhouse of a lady who is on a mission to inspire…
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Surviving And Thriving In Midlife: How To Embrace Change
We all know that change is a constant in life - especially in our career and work -but it's not always easy to embrace it. In this Rocking Midlife® Podcast episode, I'm joined by an amazing lady - Dr Carol Parker Walsh - for a conversation around the topic of how to survive and thrive in midlife…
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From Midlife Crisis to Midlife Relaunch!
Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Do you wonder if you're in the middle of your own midlife crisis? Well, don't worry, because today's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is going to share not only how she relaunched her own life - but how you can too. Hilary DeCesare is an award-winning business...
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3 different types of Side Hustles you can start today!
So you want to make some extra cash on the side? Given the rising cost of living, creating another income stream is wise - but where to start? There are a million different ways to do this, but if you want to get started as quickly as possible, here are three of my favourite types of side…
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Making Midlife Kuel
In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® podcast, I'm joined by the fabulous Jacqueline, (Jack) Perez. Having found herself struggling to make sense of what was happening to her when she hit menopause, Jack set out to find experts who could help. She then founded Kuel Life - a collective of nearly...
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Welcome to 2023!
Who do you want to become in 2023? Tune in to the very first episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast for 2023, to hear my personal update as well as a challenge for you! To give you some perspective as well, I recorded this first episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast in mid January – well…
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Reflections on turning 57
I turned 57 last month, and as with every birthday, I spent some time reflecting about the years that have passed and what I've learned along the way. In this episode I share 5 of these reflections: * Let go of the past * Ageing is a privilege * Your voice still matters * Keep setting goals *…
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3 reasons why you shouldn't take a second job at midlife (and what you can do instead!)
Welcome to Season 4 of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast – the season of the Side Hustle! With my new book, "Your Midlife Side Hustle" launching very soon, and the evening news footage painting an increasingly bleak picture economically, I am more passionate than ever to offer HOPE, by encouraging…
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Reignite your Creativity
Do you feel like your creativity has been suppressed under the weight of all the “must-dos” in your life? Then this week’s interview with Faigie Kobre might just be the inspiration you need to dust off your paint brushes, your sketchbooks, your musical instrument or your pottery wheel, and…
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The Power of a Vision for your LIfe
This week's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is a beautiful, vibrant lady from my homeland of Australia - Edwina Murphy-Droomer. We connected recently when Edwina invited me to be part of a fabulous 11 day challenge she is hosting starting on the 22nd August: the More Extraordinary Every Day...
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Keeping the love alive in your long term relationship
This week’s Rocking Midlife® Podcast interview features Isabel and Michael Hunsinger – the team behind Doctor on a Mission – speaking about how they keep the love alive after 42 years of being together. You might recall that I interviewed Isabel in season 2 about menopause and brain health, as…
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The Power of Meditation and Gratitude
This week's episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast features the vibrant Lori Staiz sharing about the power of meditation and gratitude - especially at Midlife! Lori is the CEO of Zen Rabbit and host of the podcast “Fine is a 4-Letter Word.” She’s an award-winning writer, speaker, and broadcaster...
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4 Reasons why you should start a Midlife Side-Hustle
There’s no denying that things are getting a lot tougher these days, what with pandemics, supply chain issues and the cost of living. It’s particularly worrying for those of us in our 40s, 50s and 60s as we wonder if we’ll be able to support ourselves in our senior years. Thankfully, while there...
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Recovering from Divorce at Midlife
Are you over 40 and divorced? Then this week's Rocking Midlife® Podcast interview is one you won't want to miss, as I talk to certified divorce recovery coach Martha Bodyfelt about recovering from divorce at midlife. Martha teaches divorced women how to break free from the patterns that keep them...
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Protecting Aging Parents from Scams
Tune in as I interview Mike and Kim Barnes from www.parentingagingparents.com about protecting your aging parents from scams! We had a fabulous interview recently about "Parenting Aging Parents" but when we touched on the issue of elderly people being targeted for scams, we knew that this was an...
About this show
Welcome to the Rocking Midlife® Podcast – the show that proves your second act can be your best yet!
Hosted by New Zealand author, speaker, and reinvention coach Cat Coluccio, this podcast is your weekly dose of real talk and fresh inspiration for women 40 and beyond.
Through honest, unscripted conversations with amazing midlifers from around the world, Cat dives into everything from menopause to mindset, side hustles to self-care, decluttering to daring reinventions. No topic is off-limits—because midlife is too short to play small.
Whether you're navigating change or chasing bold new dreams, Rocking Midlife® will motivate you to stop procrastinating and start creating the life (and legacy!) you truly want.
🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share the show to help amplify midlife voices around the globe.
🎁 Grab Cat’s free guide “5 Tips to Make Your Midlife ROCK” and never miss an episode: <a href=
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