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The Iconic Midlife with Roxy Manning
What if midlife isn’t a crisis… but your most powerful chapter yet? The Iconic Midlife is the unapologetic podcast for women 40 and over who are ready to own their next act with boldness, brains, and zero apologies. Hosted by longtime entertainment journalist and red carpet insider Roxy Manning, this weekly show challenges outdated narratives around aging—and delivers real, unfiltered conversations about reinvention, ambition, beauty, perimenopause, menopause, sex, money, wellness, friendship…
Episodes
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningGame Episode: Style Signals: Keep It, Kill It, or Evolve It! with Stylist Kathy Duglin
Evolving your style is the name of the game, and in this episode, we dive deep into the world of fashion, addressing the all-too-common wardrobe dilemma…
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningWhy Your Closet Doesn’t Feel Like You Anymore (And How to Fix It) — with Stylist Kathy Duglin
This chat dives into the transformative power of personal style, emphasizing that fashion is not just about trends but rather a reflection of who we are at any…
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningGame Episode: Midlife Myths—Busted (with Sara Preston)
Intermittent fasting isn't just a one-size-fits-all approach; it works differently for women compared to men, and that's one of the key takeaways from our chat…
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningWhy Your Old Fitness Rules Fail After 40 (And What Actually Works Now) with Sara Preston
Today, we dive deep into the world of health and wellness for women navigating the glorious chaos of midlife. Our guest, Sara Preston, a menopause-certified…
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningGame Episode: Her Answers Surprised Me | Dr. Emma Jones (Game Episode)
We dive right into the heart of the matter: recognizing when we've lost ourselves, a realization that often hits us on one of those seemingly mundane Tuesdays…
The Iconic Midlife with Roxy ManningBurnout or Breakthrough? The Midlife Wake-Up Call You Didn't See Coming with Dr. Emma Jones
The conversation today dives deep into the pressing issue of self-care, particularly the guilt many women feel about prioritizing their own needs, especially…
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Game Episode: All Things Megaformer: Early Mornings, Dream Clients & Real Talk with Sebastian Lagree
Join us as we dive into the pulse of the fitness world with our riveting discussion on the latest legree moves and the art of keeping workouts engaging. Today…
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The Midlife Playbook: Hormones, Health, and Longevity with Dr. Amy Killen
In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, Roxy sits down with physician and regenerative medicine expert Dr. Amy Killen for a smart, honest conversation about…
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Sleep Debt: Can We Ever Pay It Back? with Dr. Michael Breus
You can’t make up for lost sleep, and that’s the cold, hard truth we’ve unraveled in this episode. We dive deep into the myths and realities surrounding sleep…
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Owning My Truth: Chely Wright on Fear, Faith, and Finally Being Free
In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Chely Wright joins The Iconic Midlife to talk about what it really means to own your truth — even when it’s…
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The Midlife Manifesto: Real Talk, Red Flags, and Reclaiming Power with Cynthia Bailey and Dana Hill-Robinson
In this Midlife Manifesto game episode, I’m joined by Cynthia Bailey and Dana Hill-Robinson for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about the rules we’re…
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Friendship After 40: The Real Deal on Women’s Bonds with Tracy Tutor
Friendship in midlife isn’t about reading between the lines — it’s about telling the truth. In this episode, Roxy sits down with real estate mogul, bestselling…
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Game Time: Cue the Spotlight: Red Carpet Mishaps, Live TV Chaos & Thinking on Your Feet with Samantha Harris
What really happens when the cameras are rolling? In this game-style episode, Roxy is joined by TV host Samantha Harris for a fun, behind-the-scenes look at…
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Letting Go of the Good Girl: Shame, Self-Compassion, and Midlife Growth with Annalie Howling
What if the version of you that kept the peace, followed the rules, and carried everyone else… isn’t the version you’re meant to be anymore? In this powerful…
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Game Time: Say It Without Saying It with Sasha Alexander
Get ready for one of the most fun and revealing bonus games we’ve ever played on The Iconic Midlife. Sasha Alexander takes on our “Say It Without Saying It”…
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From Hollywood to Reinvention: Sasha Alexander on Midlife Power, Identity & What’s Next
From Hollywood stardom to the deeply personal reinvention that midlife demands, Sasha Alexander opens up in a way you’ve never heard before. In this…
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Game Time: Fertility Fact or Fiction: Dr. Ghadir Answers the Myths Women Over 40 Hear Most
Fertility is one of the most confusing and myth-filled topics women over 40 face — so in this game episode, we’re cutting straight through the noise. Dr…
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Your Fertility After 40: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Realities with Dr. Shahin Ghadir
Navigating fertility in midlife is complicated — and too often, women are left sifting through myths, fear-based headlines, and outdated statistics. This week…
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Game Time: Red Flags & Green Lights: Navigating Midlife Dating Games with Renee Rouleau
Midlife dating: thrilling, awkward, confusing—and occasionally hilarious. In this special holiday game drop, celebrity skincare expert Renée Rouleau plays Red…
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Stress-Free Hosting in Midlife: Lora Peterson’s Guide to Parties That Feel Like You
If the words “host a party” send you into a spiral of panic, perfectionism, or Pinterest overwhelm—you’re not alone. In this episode of The Iconic Midlife…
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Game Time: Sleep Myth or Must-Do: The Sleep Doctor Calls Out What Actually Works in Midlife
In this fast, fun Sleep Myth or Must-Do game episode, world-renowned Sleep Doctor Dr. Michael Breus breaks down the most common sleep myths midlife women hear…
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Why Midlife Women Can’t Sleep: The Sleep Doctor’s Fix for the 3AM Wakeup Cycle with Dr. Michael Breus
Understanding why your sleep falls apart in midlife isn’t just about melatonin or “getting older”—it’s about biology, hormones, and your chronotype finally…
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Game Time: From Perfectionism to Progress: Small Moves for a Big Life with Andrea Leigh Rogers
What if you didn’t need a complete overhaul to change your life—just 10 intentional minutes a day? In this inspiring and practical episode, wellness expert and…
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From Chaos to Clarity: How to Transform Your Life in 10 Minutes a Day with Andrea Leigh Rogers
What if you could shift your mindset, boost your energy, and completely reframe your day in just ten minutes? Wellness expert and author Andrea Leigh Rogers…
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Game Episode: Behind the Shade: Housewives, Hustle & the Midlife Game with Cynthia Bailey & Dana Hill-Robinson
What happens when a Real Housewife and a powerhouse attorney sit down for The Iconic Midlife Manifesto Game? Cynthia Bailey and Dana Hill-Robinson are here—and…
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Cynthia Bailey Unfiltered: Fame, Friendship & Reinventing Herself at Every Age
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey and Dana Hill-Robinson join us today, diving deep into the art of reinvention and the beauty of midlife. The…
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Game Time: Love, Lust or Let's Not: The Game That's Sizzling Up Our Podcast
We dive into the intriguing concept of scheduling intimacy, exploring how planning sexy time can actually spice things up in a busy relationship. It’s not just…
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The New Female Desire Playbook: Intimacy, Identity & Power After 40
Midlife isn’t the fading of desire — it’s the refinement of it. In this elevated, emotional, and deeply honest conversation, we explore how intimacy evolves…
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Game Time: Red Flags and Green Lights: Navigating Midlife Dating Like a Pro
We dive headfirst into the whimsical world of midlife dating, where the stakes are high and the rules seem to change with every date. The main highlight? We…
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From Widowhood to Love Again: Renee Rouleau on Dating Smarter After Loss
Renee Rouleau's journey from heartbreak to reinvention takes center stage as she candidly shares her experiences of navigating the tumultuous waters of dating…
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Game Time: Glow Up or Pass? with Renée Rouleau
Get ready to glow up, because we’re diving deep into the skincare game with our latest episode! We’re throwing around some hot takes on trends and treatments…
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The Ultimate Midlife Skincare Toolkit: Renée Rouleau on What Actually Works
Toss your makeup, throw it out! If you’ve been clinging to those lipsticks and eye pencils like a life raft, it’s time for a refresh. In this episode, we’re…
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Game Time: Cue the Spotlight: Laughing Through Red Carpet Blunders with TV Host Samantha Harris
Get ready to dive into the glamorous yet unpredictable world of red carpets and celebrity encounters! In this episode, we play a fun lightning round game…
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From Red Carpet to Resilience: TV Host Samantha Harris’ on Surviving Breast Cancer, Healing, Menopause, and Hope
Samantha Harris, a two-time breast cancer survivor, opens up about her unexpected journey through diagnosis and healing, revealing that even after a clear…
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Game Time: Midlife Myth-Busting: Bone Health, The Pill Hangover & What to Eat Now with Elizabeth Katzman
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of midlife health myths and must-know truths that every woman should hear during perimenopause. From bone…
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The Pill Hangover, Bone Health, and What to Eat in Perimenopause with Elizabeth Katzman
We’re diving into a conversation every midlife woman needs to hear—because it’s not just about the so-called pill hangover or that mystery fatigue you can’t…
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Game Time: From Wine to Psychedelics: Are Moms Trading One Buzz for Another?
We're diving deep into the fascinating world of microdosing in this episode, where we explore how more moms are turning to this trend for anxiety relief and…
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Microdosing Mushrooms for Moms: Breaking Taboos, Healing, and Rewriting Wellness with Moms on Mushrooms founder Tracey Tee
Can microdosing mushrooms help moms feel more connected, creative, and alive? Tracey Tee thinks so—and she's not alone. In this episode of The Iconic Midlife…
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Game Time with Sebastien Lagree: Guilty Pleasures, Mega Moves & Fitness Hot Takes
Time to put Sebastien Lagree in the hot seat. In this bonus episode, we play a fast-paced game of The Megaformer Lightning Round—and Sebastien doesn’t hold…
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Why You’ve Been Lied to About Fitness: Sebastien Lagree on Midlife Strength, Fat Loss & the Real Burn
Think you need to lift heavy to get results in midlife? Think again. Fitness innovator Sebastien Lagree joins The Iconic Midlife to bust some of the biggest…
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Game Time: Midlife Myth or Total Truth? Found at 40's Chrissi Harrison Gets Real About Sex, Reinvention & Starting Over
Is sex really better after 40? Do women need to be fully healed before starting over? In this bonus game episode, Found at 40 creator Chrissi Harrison plays…
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Found at 40: Losing Friends, Letting Go, and Finally Becoming Myself with Found at 40's Chrissi Harris
What if turning 40 wasn’t a crisis—but a calling? In this episode, Found at 40 creator Chrissi Harrison shares the story behind her midlife awakening—and the…
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Julia Haart from My Unorthodox Life: From Divorce Court to Catwalks—Reinventing Life After 50 With Power and Fearlessness
Julia Haart, star of Netflix’s My Unorthodox Life, has never played by the rules—and midlife is no exception. From breaking free of her ultra-Orthodox…
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Celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Marc Mani on Facelifts, Beauty, and the New Rules of Aging in Hollywood
What does it really take to look—and feel—iconic at midlife? Celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Marc Mani joins Roxy to talk about everything from facelifts to…
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The Science of Aging—and Why Most Doctors Get It Wrong | Dr. Amy Killen on Hormones, Peptides & Sex at Midlife
Most doctors don’t talk about peptides. Or sex. Or what really happens to women’s bodies in midlife. But Dr. Amy Killen does—and in this episode of The Iconic…
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Emmy nominee Wendi McLendon-Covey on Reinvention, Risk-Taking & Owning Midlife
Being the one who brings laughter to the room is a unique gift, and in this episode, we dive deep into the superpower of humor with the brilliantly candid…
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The Truth About Red Wine, Heart Health & Midlife Women | Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum
Are you navigating the sometimes stormy seas of menopause and wondering how it impacts your heart health? This episode dives deep into the connection between…
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The Truth About “Manopause,” Aging, and Reinventing Yourself | Ted Gibson & Jason Backe
Does manopause exist? That’s the burning question we dive into today, as we explore the often-overlooked experiences men face as they age. We’ve got beauty…
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Breaking the Silence on Vaginal Health | Deeannah Seymour on The Iconic Midlife
Navigating the often taboo terrain of vaginal health, this episode takes us on a candid journey with Dee Seymour, the fearless founder of pH-D Feminine Health…
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Shannon Watts on Midlife, Motherhood, and Becoming a Reluctant Activist
If you’re wondering how one woman’s voice can spark a national movement, you’re in for a treat with our chat featuring Shannon Watts, the powerhouse behind…
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Power Without Apology with Annalie Howling: What Happens When You Finally Stop Shrinking
I sat down with performance coach and bestselling author Annalie Howling, who’s spent years helping women stop shrinking and start owning their power—without…
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Chely Wright on Coming Out, Starting Over, and Thriving in Midlife
Chely Wright, the groundbreaking country music star, joins us today to share her powerful journey of coming out and reclaiming her narrative. As the first…
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What the Menopause Creator and Nutritionist Jessica Barac Talks Hot Flashes, Hormones & What Actually Works: Midlife Nutrition That Changes Everything
Calorie counting? Nah, it’s time to count colors instead! This episode dives deep into why the traditional diet rules just don’t cut it anymore, especially for…
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Lisa Bilyeu on Building Confidence, Wealth, and a Life You Actually Want
Money doesn’t buy happiness, and our guest today, Lisa Bilyeu, knows this all too well. She’s lived it, and she’s here to share her journey of self-discovery…
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Ditching Perfection: The Real Secret to Iconic Entertaining with expert Lora Peterson
Midlife is the perfect time to embrace our unique selves, and in this episode, we dive into how to host stress-free gatherings that reflect who we truly are…
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World-Renowned Menopause Expert Dr. Louise Newson: What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know
🎙️ About This Episode She’s known around the world as the voice in evidence-based menopause care—and if you’re a woman over 40, Dr. Louise Newson wants you to…
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Million Dollar Listing's Tracy Tutor: 30 Years of Our Friendship, Power Moves, & Owning Every Room
Before she was a bestselling author and the breakout star of Million Dollar Listing LA, Tracy Tutor was one of my college besties—and one of my closest friends…
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Sneak Peek: What The Iconic Midlife Is Really About
What if midlife isn’t a crisis... but your comeback era? In this special surprise sneak peek episode, host Roxy Manning—Gen X mom, red carpet interviewer, and…
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This Isn’t a Midlife Crisis—It’s a Rebrand: Welcome to The Iconic Midlife
What if everything you thought about midlife… was wrong? Welcome to The Iconic Midlife—the bold, unfiltered new podcast for women 40 and over who are done…