PODCAST · health
Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered
by Joyce + Leslie
Hot flashes, hormone swings, and a whole lot of WTF moments.Welcome to Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered — the no-BS podcast where two girlfriends get real about all things midlife, perimenopause, and menopause.The night sweats, mood swings, body changes, and straight-up identity crises, nothing is off-limits. We're talking about the shit no one warned us about... with zero filter, a lot of laughs, and probably a few f-bombs.Grab a glass (or a damn bottle), pull up a seat, and let's normalize the messy middle of life together.
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Belly Fat, Bloating & Blood Sugar: WTF Is Happening?!
If you’ve been noticing more belly fat, bloating, energy crashes, or cravings lately… you’re not imagining it. Midlife hormones and blood sugar swings can make your body feel completely different than it used to.In this episode, we talk about why this happens in midlife and what actually helps — from eating balanced meals and prioritizing protein to simple movement after meals and keeping things consistent instead of overcomplicating everything.We also share a little update about the future of the podcast and where you can continue to find us.And if you want extra support from us with your nutrition, routines, and midlife hormones, you can join our Midlife Metabolic Reset using the code PODCAST20 at checkout to save 20% off (links are in our Instagram bios).
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Spring Energy Is Back - What Do We Do With It?
Spring brings more sunlight, longer days, warmer weather, and that urge to start moving again and get back into a routine. But in midlife, that doesn’t mean you need to overhaul everything or go to extremes.In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually use that spring momentum in a way that works with your midlife body — why consistency still beats perfection, how keeping your routine and meals simple makes everything easier, and why balanced meals with enough protein can make such a big difference in energy, cravings, and blood sugar.If you’ve been feeling that little spark of motivation lately, this episode will help you use it in a way that supports your body instead of burning yourself out.🎧 Press play and let’s talk about it.And if you want extra support getting back into a simple routine this spring, you can join our Midlife Metabolic Reset using the code PODCAST20 at checkout to save 20% off (links are in our Instagram bios).Follow Joyce on InstagramFollow Leslie on Instagram
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Boundaries, Backbone & Zero Tolerance: The Midlife Shift
Somewhere between hot flashes and hormone chaos, something magical happens in midlife…You stop tolerating bullsh*t.In this repurposed episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about the powerful shift that happens in your 40s and 50s — when your patience gets shorter, your boundaries get stronger, and your desire to please everyone disappears.We’re diving into:🔥 Why midlife women suddenly have zero tolerance for drama💬 How hormones can actually make you more honest✋ The freedom that comes from setting unapologetic boundaries✨ Why this phase isn’t a breakdown — it’s a breakthroughIf you’ve recently found yourself saying “no” more, speaking up louder, or walking away from things that drain you… congratulations. You’re not mean. You’re evolving.🎧 Tune in for a bold, funny, and empowering conversation about stepping into your midlife backbone and owning it unapologetically.Follow JoyceFollow Leslie
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Hormones Gone Rogue: Midlife Meltdowns & Public Breakdowns
If you’ve ever lost your patience, your dignity, or your mind… in a grocery store aisle — welcome to midlife, babe. 😅In this repurposed episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re laughing (and slightly spiraling) our way through the very real moments when hormones take over and life gets… unhinged.We’re talking about:🔥 Hot flashes that show up at the worst possible times😵💫 Mood swings that turn errands into emotional events💬 The public breakdowns nobody warned us about😂 And why sometimes the only thing you can do is laugh through the chaosThis episode is proof that you’re not dramatic, broken, or losing your mind — you’re just navigating midlife with fluctuating hormones and zero tolerance left.So if you’ve ever cried in aisle 9, snapped at a stranger, or questioned your entire existence over frozen peas… this one’s for you.🎧 Press play and come laugh through the madness with us.Follow JoyceFollow Leslie
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If January Didn’t Go as Planned - This Is for You
January can feel long as hell in midlife. Your body doesn’t bounce back the way it used to, motivation comes and goes, and suddenly the goals you had just don’t feel realistic.In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when January goes sideways - why trying harder usually backfires in midlife, how stress and hormones change the rules, and what consistency actually looks like when symptoms, sleep, and energy aren’t cooperating.We get real about adjusting instead of quitting, letting go of perfection, and supporting your body instead of fighting it.If January hasn’t gone the way you hoped, this episode is for you.🎧 Press play and take the pressure off.And if you want to start February feeling supported instead of starting over, join our Midlife Metabolic Reset by using the code: PODCAST20 at checkout to save 20% off (links are on our Instagram bios below)Follow Joyce on InstagramFollow Leslie on Instagram
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Stop Trying Harder — Start Supporting Your Body
It’s January, and everywhere you look it’s “push harder, do more, be better.”But here’s the truth for midlife women: trying harder isn’t the answer anymore — it’s usually the problem.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re breaking down why extreme dieting, over-exercising, and skipping meals backfire in midlife, and what actually helps your body feel better without going to extremes.We’re talking about:-Why “trying harder” increases stress, cravings, inflammation, and fat storage-How protein, regular meals, and post-meal movement support blood sugar and energy-Why strength training beats endless cardio in midlife-The role stress and cortisol play in stubborn weight gain and bloating-How our Midlife Metabolic Reset supports your hormones, metabolism, and real lifeThis episode is your reminder that you’re not lazy, broken, or failing — your body just needs better support in this season.🎧Press play if you’re ready to stop punishing your body and start working with it.Join our Midlife Metabolic Reset by using the code: PODCAST20 at checkout to save 20% off (links are on our Instagram bios)Follow JoyceFollow Leslie
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New Year, Same You — Just Better Support
It’s January, and everywhere you look it’s “new year, new you.”But here’s the truth for midlife women: you don’t need to change who you are — you need to change how you’re supporting yourself.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re flipping the tired January narrative and talking about why real progress in perimenopause isn’t about reinvention… it’s about improvement, consistency, and compassion.We’re diving into:🧠 Why “new year, new you” creates shame instead of motivation🔥 How midlife hormones change the rules — and why that’s not failure💪 Small, sustainable shifts that actually support your body✨ A healthier January mindset that works with your hormones, not against themThis episode is your reminder that you’re not broken, behind, or doing it wrong.You’re already enough — you just need better tools and better support.🎧 Press play and start the year feeling empowered, not pressured.Follow JoyceFollow Leslie
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Happy New Year… Same Hormones: Let’s Fix the Midlife Mindset
Happy New Year, ladies — and let’s get one thing straight right out of the gate:✨ It’s a new year, but it’s the same hormones. ✨In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re kicking off January by getting loud, honest, and a little unhinged about mindset in perimenopause — because this season of life hits differently, and pretending everything’s fine isn’t working anymore.We’re talking about:🧠 Why mindset in midlife isn’t about “hustling harder”🔥 How perimenopause messes with your patience, confidence, and emotions💪 Reframing body changes without shame or self-blame✨ Why working with your body (not against it) changes everything👯♀️ How our Midlife Metabolic Reset supports both your body and your mindsetThis episode is your permission slip to stop shrinking, stop apologizing, and start supporting yourself the way your midlife body actually needs.So if you’re done with toxic positivity, diet culture, and whispering about hormones — welcome. This year, we’re saying it louder.🎧 Press play and start the year feeling seen, supported, and way less alone.Follow Joyce on InstagramFollow Leslie on Instagram
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Holiday Hangovers, Food Guilt & “I’ll Start in January” — Let’s Burn That Script
The holidays hit different in midlife - and not in a fun way.More sugar, more alcohol, less sleep, zero routine…and suddenly you’re stuck in the “f*ck it, I’ll start over in January” spiral.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we get real about how to enjoy the holidays without guilt, punishment, or blowing up your progress.We talk about:Why alcohol hits so much harder in perimenopause and midlifeHow grazing, skipping meals, and “saving calories” backfiresSimple, realistic strategies for holiday eating and drinkingHow to stop one night from turning into a full-week spiralAnd why January does not need to be a reset buttonNo dieting. No detoxes. No earning or burning off food.Just real talk, simple tips, and a reminder that one meal, one night, or one weekend doesn’t undo everything.🎄We also want to say thank-you as we head into the holidays and take a short break before coming back in 2026. We wish you a safe, happy holiday season and Merry Christmas and reminding you that you’re not alone in this midlife chaos.➡️Follow us on Instagram for more unfiltered sass in midlife@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann
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Crying in Aisle 9: The Midlife Mood Swing Chronicles
Real talk: hormones can humble you faster than a grocery store meltdown.In this episode, we’re dishing on those unfiltered midlife moments that make you wonder if you’ve officially lost it — the hot flashes, the rage, the random tears, and everything in between.We promise you this: you’re not losing your mind, you’re just losing your estrogen.So pour a cold drink, crank the fan, and get ready to laugh, relate, and feel seen — because midlife is messy, and that’s exactly why we’re here.➡️Follow us on Instagram for more unfiltered sass in [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Part 4: Healing the Relationship With Our Bodies (and Social Media)
(Part 4 of our 4-Part Series: Scrolling Ourselves Sick)We’ve vented, raged, and unpacked the toxicity… now it’s time to heal.In the final episode of our 4-part series “Scrolling Ourselves Sick,” we’re talking about how to rebuild a healthy relationship with both your body and the online world. Because the truth is - social media isn’t going anywhere, but how we interact with it can change everything.We’re diving into: 📱 Setting healthy scrolling boundaries 💬 Finding body neutrality (not perfection) 🙌 Learning to respect your body, even when it’s changingIf you’re ready to stop comparing, start feeling, and reclaim peace with your midlife body - this one’s your reset.💬 Follow us for more real talk: @holistic.life.with.jackson @lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #WomenOver40 #NoFilterMidlife #PerimenopauseSymptoms #HormoneHealth #BreakTheSilence
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Part 3: The Weight of Worth
(Part 3 of our 4-Part Series: Scrolling Ourselves Sick)We’ve been taught our whole lives that smaller equals better. But what if midlife is about expanding — in strength, wisdom, and confidence — not shrinking?In this third episode of our 4-part series “Scrolling Ourselves Sick,” we’re getting real about how the number on the scale has been tied to our worth for far too long — and how to finally break that cycle.We’re unpacking:⚖️ How our mood and self-worth got tangled up with the scale💭 The toxic beauty ideals we grew up with (and still see online)💪 What “healthy” really means in midlife — beyond the mirror💗 How to show yourself grace on the days you feel like sh*tYour worth has nothing to do with your weight. Full stop.🎧 Tune in for a raw, funny, and empowering conversation that’ll make you rethink what feeling good actually [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Part 2: The Microdosing Peptide Problem
(Part 2 of our 4-Part Series: Scrolling Ourselves Sick)Everywhere you scroll, someone’s talking about microdosing GLP-1s as the magic “fix” for midlife weight gain. But is it actually empowerment…or just another form of pressure in disguise?In Part 2 of “Scrolling Ourselves Sick,” we’re calling out the unhealthy obsession social media has created around GLP-1s, peptide microdosing and the toxic message it’s sending to women in perimenopause.We’re unpacking: 💉 Why this trend exploded — and who it’s really serving 🤯 The difference between health and obsession 💬 The danger of equating “skinny” with “wellness”If you’ve ever felt tempted by a “quick fix” because the internet told you to, hit play. This conversation is about choosing self-respect over shortcuts.*Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication or peptide [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Part 1: When the Scroll Turns Toxic
(Part 1 of our 4-Part Series: Scrolling Ourselves Sick)Social media is supposed to inspire us… but lately, it’s been triggering the sh*t out of midlife women everywhere.In this first episode of our 4-part series “Scrolling Ourselves Sick,” we’re diving into how social media messes with our self-image, self-worth, and sanity — especially when it comes to our changing bodies in perimenopause.We’re talking:📱 The comparison trap we all fall into💭 How perfectly filtered lives make us feel “less than”🙃 Why awareness is the first step to reclaiming your peaceIf you’ve ever put down your phone and suddenly hated everything about yourself — this one’s for you.🎧 Tune in now and start protecting your peace, one unfollow at a [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Rage, Tears, and WTF Moments: The Emotional Rollercoaster of Perimenopause
One minute you’re fine.The next, you’re crying over a rescued dog video or ready to throat-punch someone for chewing too loud.Welcome to the emotional chaos of menopause - where hormones tank, patience disappears, and your tear ducts get a mind of their own.In this episode, we’re getting real about the mental + emotional side of perimenopause and menopause - the rage, the tears, the apathy, and the shame that comes with feeling like you’ve lost control of your emotions.We’ll talk about why it’s happening (hint: it’s not just you, it’s your hormones), share a few of our own unfiltered moments, and remind you of one important truth:You’re not crazy - you’re just hormonal. And there’s power in knowing that.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.💬 Follow us for more real talk:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MenopauseAwarenessMonth #PerimenopauseAwareness #MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #WomenOver40 #NoFilterMidlife #PerimenopauseSymptoms #HormoneHealth #BreakTheSilence
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The Ripple Effect: How Hormones Mess With Every System in Your Body
If you’ve ever felt like everything in your body is out of whack during perimenopause or menopause — you’re not imagining it. 👀In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re diving into how shifting hormones don’t just mess with your mood or your period… they impact every single system in your body.We’re talking:🧠 Brain fog, anxiety, and mood swings that come out of nowhere💪 Metabolism slowdowns, weight fluctuations & energy crashes🔥 Hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep struggles❤️ Why it all connects back to your hormonal healthYour hormones are basically the puppet masters behind the scenes — and once they shift, everything else follows. But the good news? Understanding what’s happening is the first step to taking your power back.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.👇 Follow us for more real talk:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann
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Menopause Awareness Month (…and Our Peri Brain Oops)
It’s Menopause Awareness Month 🎉 — and in true perimenopause fashion, we totally forgot about Perimenopause Awareness Month last week because… peri brain. 🙃But here’s the thing: this isn’t just another “awareness day” we can scroll past. This matters. Because for far too long, menopause and perimenopause have been whispered about, ignored, and brushed off — leaving women to struggle in silence.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about:💬 Why menopause awareness months are a big deal🔥 How silence keeps women suffering — and why we need to speak up🤯 How symptoms like “peri brain” are real and deserve to be recognized👯♀️ Why no one should have to navigate this season aloneThis is your reminder: awareness = power. The more we talk, share, and show up for each other, the more we change the narrative around menopause.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.👇 Follow us for more real talk:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MenopauseAwarenessMonth #PerimenopauseAwareness #MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #WomenOver40 #NoFilterMidlife #HotFlashCrew #HormoneHealth #BreakTheSilence
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Strong as Hell: Why Choosing Natural Doesn’t Make You Weak
When it comes to perimenopause and midlife, the world loves to tell women they need a prescription, a quick fix, or to just “tough it out.” But here’s the truth: choosing natural ways to support your body isn’t weak — it’s powerful AF.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re breaking down how we’ve used natural methods to take back control of our symptoms and why empowerment in midlife means doing what actually feels right for you.We’re talking about:🌿 Natural tools we’ve leaned on to feel like ourselves again🔥 Why “natural” doesn’t mean “less than” — it means being in the driver’s seat💬 Our no-filter stories about what’s worked (and what hasn’t)🙌 Why the strongest move you can make is trusting your own damn bodyThis isn’t about labels, judgment, or quick fixes. It’s about finding the power in your choices, standing your ground, and reminding yourself: you’re not broken — you’re badass.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow JoyceFollow Leslie
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Midlife Career Wake-Up Call: Becoming Who the F*ck We’re Meant to Be
Something shifts when you hit your 40s. Suddenly, the career path you’ve been grinding on doesn’t fit anymore, the people-pleasing stops, and you realize… it’s time to become the version of yourself you were always meant to be.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about our own career wake-up calls — the moments we stopped giving a damn about what people thought, and started building the lives and businesses that lit us up.We’re getting real about:💥 Walking away from jobs, roles, and expectations that no longer served us🙃 The identity crisis that comes with letting go of the “old version” of yourself🔥 The freedom that comes with not caring what others think in midlife✨ Why reinvention in your 40s isn’t just possible — it’s powerful as hellIf you’ve been hearing that little voice whisper, “This isn’t it… I’m meant for more” — this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.JoyceLeslie
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Hormones, Headaches & Who the Hell Am I? Midlife’s Messiest Moments
Perimenopause isn’t just hot flashes and skipped periods — it’s a full-blown identity earthquake. One minute you’re fine, the next you’re raging at your partner, avoiding the bedroom, and wondering if you even recognize yourself anymore.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re spilling the no-filter truth about:🔥 The hormone-fueled RAGE that comes out of nowhere (and usually scares everyone, including us)💋 What happens in the bedroom when desire goes MIA😵💫 The midlife identity crisis no one warned us about🙃 Why these symptoms can make you feel broken — and why you’re absolutely notIt’s raw. It’s messy. It’s laugh-so-you-don’t-cry honesty about the sh*t nobody prepared us for.So if you’ve ever thought, “Why am I so angry, disconnected, or lost?” — this episode is your reminder: you’re not crazy. You’re just in perimenopause. And we’re right there with you.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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The Midlife Slump: Why Some Days Feel Impossible (and You’re Not Broken)
Ever had one of those days where getting out of bed feels like climbing Mount Everest — and even brushing your teeth feels like a major win? Welcome to perimenopause, babe.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re getting real about the heavy, off, and downright unmotivated days that sneak up during this season of life.We’re opening up about:😩 The hormone-fueled exhaustion that makes you feel “lazy” (but you’re not)💬 How those blah days mess with your emotions, confidence, and relationships🙃 The guilt spiral that hits when you can’t “push through”✨ Why giving yourself grace is the most radical act of self-careThis is your reminder that some days are just hard — and that doesn’t mean you’re failing. You’re human, hormonal, and absolutely not alone.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Midlife Pep Talk — You’re Not Lazy, You’re Hormonal
If you’ve ever dragged yourself out of bed, stared at your to-do list, and thought, “Why can’t I just get my sh*t together?”… this one’s for you.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re dishing out some tough love and a whole lot of compassion, because the truth is:👉 You’re not lazy.👉 You’re not failing.👉 You’re hormonal.We’re talking about:💥 Why perimenopause can make you feel unmotivated, exhausted, and like a stranger in your own body💬 How those “lazy days” are really your body screaming for rest and reset🙃 The mental spiral of guilt and shame — and how to break the cycle✨ The reminders we all need when midlife feels overwhelmingThis isn’t about pushing harder — it’s about giving yourself permission to slow down, take up space, and honor what your body’s going through.So if you needed a midlife pep talk? Babe, this is it.🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Perimenopause Symptoms That Make You Lose Your Sh*t — And What Actually Helps (Naturally)
Perimenopause comes with a grab bag of symptoms that’ll make you question your sanity — night sweats, rage spirals, chin hairs, zero energy… you name it, we’ve probably cursed about it.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about the symptoms that push us right to the edge — and the natural things we’ve actually found that help.We’re diving into:🔥 The symptoms that make us lose our minds (and sometimes our patience with everyone around us)🌿 Natural hacks, lifestyle shifts, and things that have actually worked for us💬 The messy reality of trial and error when it comes to hormone chaos🙋♀️ Why you’re not crazy — your body’s just going through a total hormonal remodelIf you’ve ever thought: “Why do I feel like I’m falling apart — and how the hell do I fix this?” … this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts — and let’s get through this sh*t [email protected]@lesliewensmann
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Hot Takes & Hot Flashes: Midlife Edition
Think you know midlife? Think again.This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re serving up rapid-fire, no-filter hot takes about the realities of midlife that no one asked for… but everyone secretly needs.From the ridiculous to the relatable, we’re calling out:🔥 The weird midlife habits we’ve embraced without shame🙃 The opinions that might make you clutch your pearls💬 The truths about midlife that we refuse to sugarcoatIt’s quick, spicy, and unapologetically honest — just the way we like it.Come Follow along on Instagram with [email protected]@lesliewensmann🎧 Press play for some laughs, some “OMG, same” moments, and maybe a few “did they really just say that?!” reactions.
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The Perimenopause Mindf*ck: When Everything Feels Off (and Nobody Gets It)
Ever feel like your brain has left the building, your moods are all over the place, and you're questioning your sanity on a daily basis?You're not crazy — you're just in perimenopause.In this unfiltered episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about the emotional chaos that hits when hormones start to shift and everything starts to feel… off. Mentally, physically, emotionally — it's a full-on identity crisis with a side of chin hairs.We cover:🧠 The brain fog, mood swings, and WTF spirals😩 Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, and SO done💬 How to start recognizing it’s not you — it’s your hormones🙋♀️ The power of talking about it out loud so you don’t feel so aloneThis episode is raw, honest, and real AF — because midlife doesn’t have to be silent, shameful, or handled solo.🎧 Listen now and let us remind you:You’re not broken. You’re just hormonal.And you’re definitely not alone in this sh*tshow.Follow us on Insta for more Perimenopause tips + tricks daily. @holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann
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Midlife Red Flags We’re Not Ignoring Anymore
EPISODE 12 IS LIVE 🚩Let’s be real - midlife comes with its own kind of wisdom… like spotting BS from a mile away and finally having the guts to say HELL NO.This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about all the midlife red flags we’re no longer ignoring - from shady diet culture to doctors who dismiss our symptoms to energy-sucking “friends” who only text when they need something.We’re breaking down:🚫 The diets that wreck your hormones and leave you hangry🙄 Doctors who tell you it’s “normal” or offer the pill like it’s a solution📵 Toxic friendships, guilt-fueled yeses, and people-pleasing patterns🙌 The power of saying no, protecting your peace, and walking TF awayBecause at this point in life? We’re not shrinking ourselves to fit into anyone’s expectations - not a doctor’s, not a diet’s, and definitely not someone else’s drama.If it drains you, gaslights you, or makes you feel like sh*t… you need to say GOODBYE. 👋This is your official permission slip to protect your energy like the queen you are.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your unfiltered hormone therapy.👇 Hang out with us on IG for more midlife hormonal tips:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #RedFlagSeason #HormoneHellSurvivors #NoFilterMidlife #MidlifeBoundaries #Menopause Education #WomenOver40Support #PerimenopauseSymptoms
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What Phase of Hormonal Hell Am I In?!
EPISODE 11 IS LIVE 🔥Ever ask yourself:👉 “Why am I suddenly crying at commercials?”👉 “Where did my sex drive go?”👉 “Wait... is this still PMS or am I becoming a different species?”Congrats, babe — you might be in perimenopause. And it turns out, there are phases to this madness. 😵💫This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re breaking down the FOUR chaotic, confusing, and absolutely WTF stages of perimenopause — so you can finally figure out what the hell your body is doing.We’re talking:🔥 The phase where everything feels off but your period’s still regular🚨 The skipped periods, hot flashes, rage spirals, and “I need a nap after thinking” era💀 The final stretch before menopause (aka the don’t trust your uterus zone)👏 And what to expect when you officially cross the 12-month-no-period finish lineThis episode is for every woman who’s ever asked:“What the f*ck is going on with me?”Spoiler: You’re not broken — you’re just in hormonal transition.Let’s talk about it.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your unfiltered hormone therapy.👇 Hang out with us on IG for more:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #HormoneHellSurvivors #WhatPhaseIsThis #MenopauseEducation #NoFilterMidlife #WomenOver40Support #PerimenopausePhases #HotFlashClub
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Sh*t We Googled This Week: Hormone Edition
EPISODE 10 IS LIVE 🔎🤣Ever found yourself typing “can perimenopause make you hate your husband” into Google?Same, babe. Same.This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re keeping it short, unhinged, and highly relatable with a rapid-fire episode about the weirdest things we’ve Googled during perimenopause.From rage spirals to rogue chin hairs to “why am I crying and sweating at the same time?” — we’re spilling it all.🎧 Tune in now for a quick hit of real talk, hormone chaos, and some much-needed laughs.👇 Come confess your own wild Google searches over on IG:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #GoogleKnowsTooMuch #WTFIsThisSymptom #WomenOver40 #NoFilterMidlife #HormoneChaos #PerimenopauseProblems
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Midlife Plot Twists No One Warned Us About
Closet meltdowns, hangovers from wine, identity crises at Target… yep, we’re going there.EPISODE 9 IS LIVE 🔥Welcome to midlife — where your alcohol tolerance dies, your clothes betray you, and you regularly question your entire existence while rage-folding laundry.In this week’s episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re sharing the midlife curveballs no one prepared us for — and laughing through the identity crises, closet purges, and hormone-fueled meltdowns that come with it.We’re talking:👗 Why you suddenly hate everything in your closet🍷 How one glass of wine now requires a recovery plan🔥 That daily urge to burn down your life… or just rearrange the furniture👯♀️ Friendship shifts + why small talk feels like torture😵💫 And the pressure to “reinvent yourself” when you’re just trying to remember what day it isIf you’re deep in the WTF of it all — this one’s for YOU.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.👇 Follow us on IG for more midlife madness:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #WTFMidlife #ClosetMeltdowns #HotFlashCrew #WomenOver40 #NoFilterMidlife
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Metabolic Mayhem + the Midlife Reset We Swear By
EPISODE 8 IS LIVE 🔥Let’s talk about what actually works when your metabolism flips the bird at everything you used to do.This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re diving into our personal experiences with metabolic resets, midlife weight struggles, and the reality of rebuilding your body from the inside out.We’re sharing:🥗 What we’ve learned about fueling your body in perimenopause💥 The habits that helped us shift from burnout to balance👯♀️ Why we started our accountability group — and how it’s changing the game for midlife women🙌 The honest truth about what’s working for us (and what isn’t)If you’re tired of feeling like nothing’s working, this episode is your permission slip to reset — without restriction, guilt, or going it alone.🎧 Tune in now on your fave podcast app👇 Come find us and learn more about the group:Joyce's Metabolic Reset ProgramLeslie's Midlife Body [email protected]@lesliewensmann#MidlifeMetabolism #PerimenopausePodcast #MetabolicReset #AccountabilityIsEverything #MidlifeWellness #PerimenopauseSupport #HormoneHealth #NoFilterMidlife #WomenOver40
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Midlife Women Don’t Have Time for Your Bullsh*t - We Said what We Said
EPISODE 7 IS LIVE ⚡️This one’s for the women who’ve run out of fcks — and finally found peace.On this week’s episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about one of the biggest power moves you make in midlife:Setting boundaries + walking away from the sh*t that drains you.Yup, we’re going there — the friendship breakups, the “no” that doesn’t come with an explanation, the shift from people-pleasing to protecting your peace.We’re diving into:🛑 The signs it’s time to let go of a friendship💬 Saying “no” without the 3-paragraph justification👀 The guilt that sneaks in — and how we deal with it🔥 How midlife turns you into a zero-tolerance-for-BS version of yourself (and why it’s GLORIOUS)If you’ve been feeling like your circle is shrinking, your boundaries are getting stronger, and your give-a-damn is disappearing… this one’s for YOU.🎧 Listen now on your fave podcast app👇 Follow us for more midlife rants + hormone honesty:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #NoMorePeoplePleasing #MidlifeBoundaries #MidlifeFriendshipBreakups #PerimenopauseRealTalk #NoFilterWomen #ProtectYourPeace #IDGAFEra
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Perimenopause Is a Joke… and We’re the Punchline
EPISODE 6 IS LIVE 😂🔥Hormones. Hot flashes. Hysterical breakdowns in aisle 9.This week we’re talking about the real MVP of midlife: laughing through the chaos.In this no-filter, no-advice episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re just two hormonal besties swapping stories about:💥 The petty rage moments we’re not proud of (but totally are)😩 The weirdest sh*t perimenopause has made us do😅 WTF moments that made us say “welp… I’ve officially lost it”🙃 And all the things 30-year-old us would roast us forThis episode is pure GIRLS’ NIGHT ENERGY — unfiltered, unexpected, and laugh-till-you-pee-your-midlife-panties kinda vibes.So if you need a break from the heaviness and just wanna feel seen + laugh your ass off — this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on your fave podcast app.👇 Follow the chaos over on IG:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #HormonesMadeMeDoIt #HotFlashHumor #LaughThroughTheSweat #NoFilterMidlife #RogueChinHairConfessions
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Natural Doesn’t Mean Weak — It Means Empowered.
This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re talking about the natural methods we’ve personally used to actually feel human again in perimenopause.From sleep struggles and mood swings to hormone-fueled rage and wild weight gain — we’ve been through it, and we’re sharing the natural tools, habits, and holistic support that actually made a difference for us.💥 No fluff. No magic pills. Just real talk and real results.If you’re trying to manage your symptoms without losing your mind (or your whole personality)... this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now & start building your own natural toolkit.👇 Come Follow us on Instagram and let's stay [email protected]@lesliewensmann#PerimenopauseSupport #NaturalHormoneHelp #MenopauseRelief #MidlifeWellness #HolisticHormoneHealth #NoFilterHealing #ShopifyWellness #RealTalkRealRelief
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The Rage. The Bedroom Drought. The WTF-is-happening-to-me Identity Crisis.
Yep... we went THERE this week.In this juicy convo on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re ditching the script and asking each other the hard, awkward, and sometimes hilarious questions about how perimenopause is messing with our emotions, relationships, and sex lives.We’re talkin’:🔥 The rage that makes you wanna throw a lamp at your partner💋 The sex drive that ghosted you (and how to navigate the awkwardness)👑 The identity crisis that hits when you look in the mirror and barely recognize yourselfIf you’ve ever thought:➡️ "I don’t even know who I am anymore..."➡️ "Why do I wanna scream and cry at the same time?"➡️ "Is my relationship doomed or is this just hormones?"This one's for you.It’s raw. It’s messy. It’s hella honest. And you’ll walk away knowing you’re so damn not alone in this season.🎧 Listen now on your fave podcast app!👇 Come hang out with us on IG for more unfiltered midlife rants + hormone mayhem:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#PerimenopausePodcast #MidlifeUnfiltered #HotFlashCrew #HormoneRage #SexAfter40 #PerimenopauseSupport #RealTalkForWomen #NoFilter #MidlifeMood
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When You Can’t Even... Navigating the Heavy, Off, and WTF Days in Perimenopause
EPISODE 3 IS LIVE 💔Some days you can’t. And that’s okay.This week on Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re getting real about those heavy, off, can’t-do-life days that hit HARD in perimenopause.You know the ones:➡️ You feel like a shell of yourself➡️ Zero motivation, zero energy, zero f*cks to give➡️ The guilt spiral that tells you you’re lazy or brokenWe’ve been there.And in this episode, we’re opening up about:😔 How these days feel in our bodies & brains💥 The anger, the sadness, the WTF is wrong with me? moments👯♀️ How it messes with your identity, relationships, and confidence🛑 And why it’s okay to hit pause and not force yourself through itThis is your permission to stop fighting the hard days—and start giving yourself the compassion you’d give your best friend.🎧 Listen now on your fave podcast app.👇 Come hang with us on IG for more real talk + hormone honesty:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#PerimenopausePodcast #MidlifeUnfiltered #HormoneHell #OffDaysAreReal #RestDaysAreProductive #PerimenopauseSupport #NormalizeTheMessyMiddle #NoFilter #MidlifeMood
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Am I Losing My Sh*t… or Just in Perimenopause?
Perimenopause got you thinking you're losing your damn mind?You're not alone—and you're definitely not crazy.In this week's episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we're diving into the early signs of perimenopause, the wild symptoms no one warns you about, and how to stop suffering in silence.From mood swings to missing periods to "WTF is happening to my body?"—we're talking about it all.✨ This one’s for the women who keep pushing through the chaos while silently wondering if they’re broken. You’re not. You’re in perimenopause—and we’re here to talk about it loudly (and probably with a few f-bombs).So grab your iced coffee or that 5pm wine (no judgment), pop in your earbuds, and let’s normalize this messy-ass phase of life together. 💁♀️🔥🎧 Listen now on your fave podcast app!👇 And don’t forget to follow us for more midlife truth bombs:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#PerimenopausePodcast #MidlifeUnfiltered #HotFlashCrew #MenopauseSupport #WomenOver40 #NoFilter #MidlifeMood
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WTF is Happening to Us? Meet Your New Unfiltered Midlife Hype Squad
Hot flashes, hormone chaos, and heyyyyy did I just cry because my sock fell off?Welcome to the first ever episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered — the no-BS, zero-filter, f-bomb-filled show you didn’t know you needed. 🩵💥In this juicy intro, we’re sharing:💁♀️ Who the hell we are (Joyce + Leslie in all our midlife glory)🔥 Our personal hormone hell stories (yep, stinky pits + rage sweats included)💬 How we met + why we had to start this podcast👯♀️ And why this space is for every woman who’s ever thought: “WTF is happening to me?”🎧 Hit play and come hang with us — we’re talkin’ real talk, real symptoms, and real support.👉 Available now on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Let’s normalize the messy middle, together. 🍷👇 Follow us on the 'gram for more midlife + menopause mayhem:@holistic.life.with.jackson@lesliewensmann#MidlifeAndMenopauseUnfiltered #PerimenopausePodcast #HormoneHell #NoFilter #MidlifeWomen #RealTalk #PodcastLaunch #MenopauseSupport
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hot flashes, hormone swings, and a whole lot of WTF moments.Welcome to Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered — the no-BS podcast where two girlfriends get real about all things midlife, perimenopause, and menopause.The night sweats, mood swings, body changes, and straight-up identity crises, nothing is off-limits. We're talking about the shit no one warned us about... with zero filter, a lot of laughs, and probably a few f-bombs.Grab a glass (or a damn bottle), pull up a seat, and let's normalize the messy middle of life together.
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Joyce + Leslie
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