Girlish Gurus
Friends Joy & Lorraine discuss a variety of topics that matter to women mid-life and beyond. Thoughtful and engaging conversations covering everything from our overall wellbeing to creativity and travel.
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Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
✨ What if the most powerful ingredient for skin healing, odor removal, and non-toxic cleaning… was already inside your body?
In this episode of Girlish Gurus, we’re talking to Brad Roderick, President of Emerald Prairie Home, about HOCl (hypochlorous acid)—a naturally occurring compound that’s revolutionizing how we clean our homes and care for our skin. 💧
Safe for babies, pets, and even the most sensitive skin—HOCl is nature’s own defense system. And Brad’s on a mission to bring it into every household. Clean smarter. Live healthier. Tune in to learn why HOCl might be the magic mist your home and skin have been waiting for.
💬 Some of the Key Topics of the Discussion Include:
The surprising way Brad discovered HOCl and the mission behind Emerald Prairie Home
Why “natural” isn’t always safe—and what clean, transparent ingredients really look like
The healing power of HOCl for skin issues like eczema, psoriasis, and sensitivity
How Emerald Prairie’s odor eliminator works (spoiler: no fake fragrances!)
Pet safety, environmental benefits, and real-life testimonials from happy, healthier customers
Why HOCl is redefining what it means to live in a clean, healthy home
💚 What is HOCl?
HOCl (hypochlorous acid) is a powerful compound your own body makes to fight infection and speed healing. In product form, it’s a non-toxic, eco-friendly alternative to harsh chemicals—effective enough to sanitize, yet gentle enough for a baby’s skin.
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Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Saturday Jun 21, 2025
In this empowering episode, Joy and Lorraine sit down with Claudia Fabian, founder of The Beauty Debut and fierce advocate of the pro-aging movement. With over 25 years in the luxury beauty industry, Claudia is flipping the script on what aging “should” look like—and helping women reclaim their beauty, power, and self-worth through every stage of life.
Together, we explore how women can age with intention, style, and self-love—without chasing youth or hiding who they’ve become. From skincare secrets to inner mindset shifts, this conversation is a joyful celebration of enhanced aging for midlife women.
🎧 Some of the Key Topics of the Discussion Include:
What pro-aging really means—and how it challenges outdated beauty standards
Claudia’s journey from beauty insider to pro-aging pioneer
How to feel confident in your skin at every age
Daily rituals and skincare tips to nurture radiant midlife skin
The mindset shift that helps you stop chasing youth and start embracing your evolution
Why midlife is the perfect time to reinvent your relationship with beauty
How community and conversation can help change the aging narrative for all women
🌟 About Our Guest: Claudia Fabian
Claudia is the founder of The Beauty Debut, a platform dedicated to pro-aging skincare, beauty, and lifestyle inspiration for women 45+. With a background in luxury spa and skincare brands, she brings both insider knowledge and authentic perspective to the evolving world of beauty. Claudia is passionate about empowering women to age unapologetically—and glow from the inside out.
Find Claudia on Instagram: @thebeautydebut
The Beauty Debut - YouTube
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Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Feeling frazzled, anxious, or just plain exhausted? Your vagus nerve might be the missing piece. In this episode, Joy and Lorraine dive into the incredible world of the body’s “built-in reset button”—the vagus nerve—and share how you can tap into it for more calm, better sleep, less anxiety, and an overall midlife glow-up.
We’re also kicking off our 30-Day Vagus Nerve Challenge this June (and you’re invited)! Tune in for breathwork techniques, food tips, lifestyle shifts, and gentle movement that help you regulate stress and reclaim your peace. No book required—but we are using The Vagus Nerve Fix as our guide. Join Lorraine’s private support group for the challenge. Link below.
🔑 Key Topics of the Discussion Include:
What the vagus nerve is—and why it matters so much for women over 45
How chronic stress, age, and trauma weaken vagal tone (and how to fix it!)
Breathwork practices to calm your nervous system in minutes
What to eat to nourish your vagus nerve (hint: it’s not a fad diet)
Surprising ways to tone your vagus nerve: cold showers, yoga, humming!
Daily rituals for lasting calm, clarity, and emotional resilience
An invitation to join our 30-Day Vagus Nerve Challenge (starting June 1)
🌿 Resources Mentioned:
📘 The Vagus Nerve Fix by Lorraine Miano
🌀 https://www.facebook.com/groups/MakingMenopauseMagicalSupportGroup (no book needed—but you can get it for a full experience at the link above)
🧘♀️ Daily breathwork + nutrition tips + yoga = YES, PLEASE!
L-Theanine Supplement Receive 20% Discount in Lorraine’s Dispensary. Click on “All Favorites” once you join.
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Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
What if retirement wasn’t an end, but a bold, beautiful beginning?
In this inspiring episode, Joy and Lorraine sit down with Barbara de Eduardo, author of The Art of Retirement for Women, to explore how midlife and beyond can be the most soul-stirring chapter yet. After stepping away from high-powered careers in engineering and publishing, Barbara faced the emotional and spiritual reckoning many women experience post-career. But instead of fading quietly, she chose to reimagine retirement as an encore—rich with passion, purpose, and possibility.
With warmth, wisdom, and humor, Barbara shares her personal journey and the 7 transformative steps from her book that help women overcome uncertainty and rediscover what lights them up inside.
🌟 Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
The real emotional hurdles women face entering retirement
Why fulfillment, not just finances, should lead the way
The 7 soul-centered steps to reclaim joy, connection, and purpose
How grief, healing, and gratitude shape a meaningful encore
Real-life stories of women who’ve reignited creativity, community, and adventure
Barbara’s advice for starting small—but dreaming big
If you’ve ever wondered “What’s next for me?”—this conversation is your permission slip to dream, explore, and thrive in the second (or third!) act of life.
Resources Included in this Episode:
Get your copy of The Art of Retirement for Women: The Art of Retirement for Women: 7 Simple Steps to Overcome Uncertainty, Cultivate Passion, Spark Joy, and Find Fulfillment: de Eduardo, Barbara J: 9798344361789: Amazon.com: Books
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Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Feeling the pull to simplify and live more intentionally? In this inspiring episode, Joy and Lorraine chat with Shannon Arner, co-founder of Arner Adventures, about what happens when you ditch the hustle and start living on your own terms.
After experiencing burnout from running a nonstop business, Shannon and her husband Gerry made a radical shift—downsizing, moving to the coast, and embracing a minimalist lifestyle. Now, through their blog, podcast, and brand, they help others reconnect with what really matters.
Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
What sparked Shannon and Gerry’s journey into minimalism—and what surprised them most
How midlife women can take the first realistic step toward simplifying
Balancing travel, sustainability, and intentional living
The life-changing power of certain destinations
Redefining success and creativity in a slower, smaller life
Tips for managing the "what ifs" and navigating doubts during big transitions
Encouragement for women who feel stuck and want more freedom
Whether you’re craving a major life shift or just looking to clear some space—physically and mentally—this conversation will spark ideas and remind you: you don’t need more to live more.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Arner Adventures: Instagram
https://arneradventures.com/
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#minimalistliving
#themagicofmenopause
#sustainablelife
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Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
This episode is significant for both Joy and Lorraine. Join them as they chat with Caroline Pearce about Whole Body Vibration Therapy and its remarkable health benefits for midlife women—and anyone else!
Caroline Pearce is an international fitness expert, sports commentator, and former international heptathlete and bobsledder. With degrees in Sports Science and Nutrition, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her work in fitness education and performance coaching. Caroline discovered Whole Body Vibration Therapy (WBVT) while recovering from a knee injury and has since become a passionate advocate for its benefits in recovery, bone health, longevity, and overall well-being. Her mission is to make effective fitness solutions accessible and practical—particularly for women seeking to stay active and strong through midlife transitions.
Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
Introduction to WBVT:
Caroline’s personal journey with WBVT and how she discovered its benefits.
A simple explanation of how WBVT works and what makes it effective.
Bone Health and Osteoporosis Prevention:
The importance of bone density during menopause and how WBVT can help.
Practical ways women can maintain strong bones and reduce fracture risk.
Improving Balance, Mobility, and Posture:
Why balance becomes more important as we age.
How WBVT helps reduce fall risk and improve overall stability.
Managing Energy and Fatigue in Menopause:
How WBVT can help with common menopause symptoms like fatigue and low energy.
The benefits of quick, effective workouts for busy women.
Hormonal Shifts and Fitness Adjustments:
How exercise can support hormonal balance during and after menopause.
Tips for staying motivated to move during times of hormonal fluctuation.
Time-Efficient Fitness Solutions:
How a 15-minute Power Plate session can deliver the same benefits as a traditional 30-minute workout.
Ideas for easily incorporating WBVT into daily routines.
Success Stories and Real-Life Transformations:
Stories of women improving their health and confidence with WBVT.
Getting Started with Power Plate:
How accessible and easy it is to begin using WBVT at home.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Offer: 20% off Power Plate products.
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🌐 Website: www.carolinepearcetv.com📸 Instagram: @carolinepearce
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Today's episode is about one hot topic! Joy and Lorraine share their thoughts and experiences surrounding "The Let Them Theory," the fabulous New York Times Bestseller by Mel Robbins. EVERYONE needs to hear this!
Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
*How letting them can be a game-changer for stress relief, setting boundaries, and self-care.
Why this book resonates with women in midlife, particularly when navigating menopause, relationships, and personal reinvention.
Trying to convince someone to recognize your worth—whether it's a partner, employer, friend, or family member.
Letting go of people who don't support your midlife changes, such as wellness, career, or personal growth.
Dealing with unsolicited opinions—about menopause, aging, body changes, relationships
Struggles of being a people pleaser and trying to make everyone happy.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
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Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Join Joy & Lorraine as they chat about famous women who have found great success later in life….from actresses to corporate CEO’s and why many older women may find their later years to be more purposeful. Joy & Lorraine also share about each of their own life's paths from early beginnings to their current passions and purpose.
Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
What are some of the reasons women may find themselves more successful later in life?
Who are some of these famous women?
You’re never too old and it’s never too late!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Forbes: 50 Plus Women Are The New Entrepreneurial Superpower. Here’s Why.
25 Famous Women on Achieving Success Later in Life
8 women who found success after 40
13 women Who Didn’t Hit Their Stride Until They Were In Their 40s
32 women who became really successful later in life
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Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
In this episode, we revisit our roots when the OG Girlish Gurus, Susan and Joy, talk with Lorraine and Leslie about their Italian retreat in the fall of 2023. Joy attended with nine other women as they toured Florence, Tuscany and an organic Italian winery. To say the retreat was a magical experience would be an understatement.
There is no real way to explain how life-changing a retreat like this can be, you really have to experience it for yourself. That's why Joy chose to join Lorraine and Leslie and she was oh so glad she did! You can see how much fun they had by clicking on the links below or by checking out our YouTube channel, all the videos are posted there.
https://youtu.be/P6zhN1JGEyc
https://youtu.be/IKb_-a-yLt0
https://youtu.be/iwUTS8sVX8Q
https://youtu.be/TKnmlCiaqL4
Make sure you stay tuned for the details of retreats and events we are planning with our lovely listeners in mind!
https://ambleandrove.com?aff=Joy
Connect with Lorraine Miano! Lorraine is an Integrative Holistic Health Coach and is certified in hormone health. She is also the author of the bestselling book “The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!”.
Lorraine Miano’s Information:
Website: https://themagicofmenopause.com
IG: @themagicofmenopause
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMagicOfMenopause/
Twitter: @LorraineMiano
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lorraine-miano
Connect with Leslie Ender! Leslie is the founder and CEO of Amble & Rove, a company that provides life coaching, business coaching, small group tours, and nurturing retreats for midlife women. Leslie is a certified Professional & Business Life Coach who focuses on women as they go through the many transitions of midlife.
Leslie Ender’s information:
Website: https://amleandrove.com/
IG: @leslie_ender
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ambleandrove
Twitter: @EnderLeslie
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-ender-7b4607b
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Friday Feb 21, 2025
Friday Feb 21, 2025
If you are a woman who is experiencing chronic pain (hip, back, neck, etc.) or are trying to avoid it from ever occurring, you'll want to listen to this episode!
Join Joy & Lorraine as they chat with Tracy Seider, an Alignment & Exercise Specialist and creator of the Reshape Method®—an online program for women 40+ who are done dealing with nagging back, hip, and neck aches. She helps you feel great and age well without boring stretches, goofy gadgets, or relying on endless trips to the physio, chiro, or massage table.A former editor turned movement coach (because necessity is the mother of reinvention), Tracy knows firsthand what it's like to feel stuck in an achy, changing body. Now, at 55, she feels like she's aging backward—stronger, slimmer, ache-free, and more energized than she was a decade ago. And she's on a mission to help other women ditch the aches, move with ease, and redefine what midlife can look (and feel) like.
Some of the key topics of the discussion include:
So many women over 40 struggle with nagging aches and stiffness. Why does this happen, and why don't traditional solutions seem to work?
Many women over 40 are told to exercise more—walk 10,000 steps, do strength training, take yoga or Pilates. But what is the crucial first step that might be missing?
Why is alignment so important, and how does it play a role in fixing pain and even reshaping the body?
There's no shortage of workouts, stretches, and treatments. What makes the Reshape Method® different, and why does it actually work when so many other things don't?
What changes do women experience when they go through the Reshape Method®?
What are women's biggest mistakes when trying to fix their aches, get stronger, or stay in shape as they age?
For a woman who's dealing with stiffness and aches right now, what's one simple thing she can do today to start feeling better?
Resources mentioned in this episode:
TRACY'S FREE GUIDE: 2 Ridiculously Easy Moves to Melt Away Back, Hip & Neck Aches in Just 2 Minutes
TRACY'S FREE MASTER CLASS: ACHE-FREE & AGING BACKWARDS: The Smarter Way to Fix Back, Hip & Neck Aches For Good That Every Woman 40+ Should Know
TRACY'S FREE ASSESSMENT: Book a free Ache-Free Body Breakthrough Assessment with TRACY
Learn more about the Reshape Method® TRACY’S RESHAPE METHOD
YOU WILL ALSO WANT TO CHECK OUT THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE FOR TRACY’S VISUAL EXERCISES https://youtu.be/D2pN5UcvmV8
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