Ep 296 - How To Master Menopause with Vanessa Ford
Release Date: 05/19/2021
Ep 859: Let It Rip: Start Before Your Ready To Get Ready
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On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the idea of being ready. No one is ever fully ready, so start before you are!
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Ep 858: No Investors, No Excuses: The Grit That Built Atlas Bar
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Welcome back to the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we empower women to step into strength, vitality, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit. Today’s episode is a powerful reminder that grit, integrity, and authentic health still win… even in an industry overflowing with noise. I’m sitting down with James Oliver, the founder and CEO of Atlas Bar — one of the fastest-growing clean-ingredient protein bar companies in the country. His journey is unlike anything you’ve heard: no investors, no fancy funding, no shortcuts. James built Atlas Bar from scratch by driving more than 3,000 Uber...
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Ep 857: Stop! Don’t Buy Another Gift Until You Hear This Advice From The NYT’s Top Shopping Expert
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Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose at every stage of life. Today, we’re diving into the world of stress-free holiday shopping — how to save money, avoid chaos, and find meaningful gifts without losing your mind (or your budget). Our guest is Anne-Marie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter, the product-recommendation powerhouse from The New York Times that millions trust for unbiased, expertly tested reviews. With more than 20 years of experience across iconic publications — including Jane, Seventeen, and Women’s Day...
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Ep 856: Motivation Monday - Choose Which Voice You Want To Believe
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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing what voices are worth listening to, and which you need to tune out.
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Ep 855: Starting Over at 50: Sandy’s Guide to Confidence, Beauty & Dating Again
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Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where strength, reinvention, and authenticity are always in style. Today, we’re stepping into a powerful conversation about starting over, confidence, beauty, and dating — but not just at any age. We’re talking life after 50. Our guest is Sandra Lena Silverman, better known as Sandy, a bestselling author, beauty rebel, and host of the candid podcast and talk show Party’s Over. Sandy isn’t just redefining aging — she’s living proof that your second act can be your most radiant. She’s walked the runways of New York Fashion Week and...
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Ep 854: Connecting All The Dots For Your Greatest Comeback
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On today's episode, we're talking about having a comeback. Linda has faced her fair share of challenges - from devastating injuries to self-doubt. Yet, time and time again, she has proven that with unwavering determination, a resilient mindset, and an unshakable faith, one can emerge from the depths of adversity stronger and more fulfilled than ever before. In this captivating address, Linda shares her personal journey of triumph over tragedy, offering listeners the inspiration and practical wisdom they need to dust themselves off, get back up, and forge ahead towards the life they were...
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Ep 855: From ESPN to Bedtime Stories: Brad Gilmore on Why There’s Something Really Great About a Grandma
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Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we celebrate strength, heart, and the connections that shape who we become. Today, we’re joined by a voice you may already know — from ESPN’s Hall of Fame show with WWE legend Booker T, from The Brad Gilmore Show, or from his hit Back to the Future Podcast. Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based TV host, radio personality, award-winning podcaster, and author — and now he’s stepping into an entirely new creative chapter with his heartwarming new children’s book, There’s Something Really Great About a Grandma. This 42-page treasure...
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Ep 853: Fit in France, Fab in Amsterdam: Clean‑Eating & Budget Travel Hacks
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Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit. Today, we’re jet-setting across the globe with actress, filmmaker, and travel expert Marcia Kimpton, daughter of the late Bill Kimpton, founder of the iconic Kimpton Hotels. Marcia’s passion for adventure and storytelling has taken her to more than 50 countries — and now she’s bringing that wanderlust straight to your ears. She joins us to talk about her new dark comedy, An American in Amsterdam, streaming May 1 exclusively on her new app, Kimpton...
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Ep 852: Motivation Monday: Dreams Have No Age Limit
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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing agism and why your dreams don't depend on your age.
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Ep 851: Let It Rip Friday - The Way Out is Through
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On this week's Let it Rip Friday, we're sharing an episode from the Sisters of Fitness, on overcoming, and so much more.
info_outlineAre you interested in menopause? Have you been struggling with getting older? In this episode we dive into learning more from the menopause expert, everything menopause is on the table and we’re going to get the answers you’ve been looking for. In this episode I talk with Vanessa Ford, cofounder of Menolabs, who focuses on women’s issues during the perimenopausal/ menopausal transition. Vanessa was prompted to action when, at 44, she began her own transition into menopause. Unsatisfied with the lack of support that women experience during this stage of life and finding the stereotypes of women in mid-life exasperating and insulting, she created MenoLabs to address what she sees as a glaring need in every woman’s life. Today, we get right to the tough questions about menopause. We discuss real solutions for our menopause issues. We also talk about the fear and embarrassment around this time in our lives, and so much more.
Questions I asked:
- Can you give us your whole story?
- What was your perimenopausal journey?
- Why do they put women on anti-depressants when they hit menopause?
- What are some natural ways to mitigate menopause symptoms?
- How to probiotics help women in menopause?
- Can exercise be bad during menopause?
- What about memory loss during menopause?
- How do we deal with hot flashes?
- Does soy & flaxseed some into play in menopause?
- How does caffeine effect menopause?
- Do you have advice for low sex drive during menopause?
- What can women do to combat vagina dryness?
- Tell us about your app, and how does it help?
- How does estrogen effect sleep cycles?
- Does our sleep effect our weight gain?
- How can everyone get your book?
- Tell us about your sleep supplement.
- What is your favorite quote?
Topics Discussed:
- Menopause and Perimenopause
- Fear of Aging.
- How to deal with perimenopause.
- Embracing healthy menopause.
- Finding ways to balance your hormones.
- Natural ways to deal with menopause issues.
- Understanding Phytoestrogens.
- Doing research for menopause.
Quotes from the show:
- “The whole point is to fundamentally change the way we talk about menopause.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
- “We have fear around menopause because we are uneducated about it.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
- “Women will spend $20,000 in their lifetime to mitigate symptoms around menopause.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
- “Your body is not producing enough estrogen, and it’s critical to every system in our body.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
- “Look into probiotics to help menopause symptoms.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
- “There is no magic pill for menopause. You need to do your research and talk to your doctor.” @MenoLabs @SisterhoodSweat
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