EPISODE 11: F*ck, I’m Not Invisible! with Shelly Horton ------------------------------------ In this episode of F*ck, I’m Nearly 50! , I sit down with the unfiltered, fabulous force that is Shelly Horton - journalist, media entrepreneur, founder of Don’t Sweat It , and your official Peri Godmother 👑. We go there: perimenopause, midlife invisibility, hot flushes in the boardroom, hormone chaos, libido slumps, crying in Woolies, and what happens when your doctor tells you “it’s just stress.” 🙄 Spoiler alert: it’s not. ---------------------- This conversation dives into: 🔥 WTF perimenopause moments (and why we need to laugh through them) 💪 How to reclaim power when the world tells you to quiet down 👩‍⚕️ The medical gaslighting too many women still face 📣 Why Shelly is DONE with silence and building a midlife rebellion 📚 The behind-the-scenes truth of writing I’m Your Peri Godmother 🪄 Her magic-wand wish for how the world treats women in their 40s and 50s Shelly brings her trademark humour, rage, wisdom, and realness and reminds us that this isn’t the end of anything. Midlife is just the beginning. Whether you’re knee-deep in brain fog, figuring out HRT, or just wondering if you’re losing your mind, this one’s for you. 🔥 ---------------------- Hit play, feel seen, and then go pre-order the book, text your peri posse, or book that long-overdue doctor appointment. You’ve got this. 💥 📘 Order Shelly’s book, I’m Your Peri Godmother from Amazon, Booktopia or listen to it on Audible. 🌐 Shelly’s website: https://dontsweatit.com.au 📲 Shelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyhorton1/ 📺 Don’t Sweat It on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontsweatitmenopause/ 👩‍💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellyhorton/ 🎤 ShellShocked Media: https://shellshockedmedia.com ---------------------- 🎧 Listen now: https://fckimnearly50.buzzsprout.com 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FckImnearly50 📲 Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty ---------------------- Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

EPISODE 10: F*ck, Let’s Talk About Friendship! with Maddie Marsh --------------------------- In this episode of F*ck, I’m Nearly 50! , I sit down with one of my forever people, Maddie Marsh , to talk about midlife friendships , the real, the raw, and the ridiculously funny. 👯‍♀️ We met in the classic mid-30s way, a mother’s group, two 8-week-old babies, no sleep, and one bright pair of trainers (mine, naturally). Fast forward 12 years and our friendship has survived playdates, water parks, Big Burp Enterprises (yes, that’s a thing), career pivots, identity wobbles, and some full-on life curveballs. This conversation dives into: 💥 The chaos and intensity of newborn friendships 🎢 Why long-term friendships evolve, and how to keep them going 🧠 The emotional labour of being a good friend (and when to let one go) 👀 Why you might need a friendship “audit” in your 40s 📱 Digital vs IRL friendships, and why nothing beats a real hug 💡 How to build chosen family when life pulls you in 100 directions --------------------------- Maddie brings her signature honesty, drama, humour, and heart, and reminds us that great friendships aren’t about being in touch all the time, they’re about showing up when it matters most. Whether you’ve got a ride-or-die crew or feel like you’re starting over, this one’s for you. ❤️ Hit play, laugh along, and then go text your best mate. Better yet, plan something fun, messy, and memory-making. 🥟🎳🦈 --------------------------- 🎧 Listen now : https://fckimnearly50.buzzsprout.com 📺 Watch on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@FckImnearly50 📲 Follow along : https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty --------------------------- Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

EPISODE 9: F*ck, Balance is BULLSH!T! with Nigel Marsh ------------------------------- In this episode of F ck, I’m Nearly 50!*, I sit down with the legendary Nigel Marsh - author, speaker, podcast host and all-round bullshit slayer, to talk about midlife reinvention, stripping back, and what actually matters. 💥 Nigel was the very first person I went to when this podcast idea sparked, and true to form, he challenged me: What’s your hook, Dom? Why are you any different? And thank god he did. This conversation is classic Nigel, hilarious, raw, generous, and full of wisdom that hits right where you need it. We talk about: 🧠 Why ‘work-life balance’ is a load of crap 🏆 How success culture screws with your identity 🌊 The Sydney Skinny and what it means to really get out of your comfort zone 🎨 The joy of doing things you’re crap at (and doing them anyway) 💛 The power of family, chosen simplicity and not needing applause 🎁 The challenge he set me that you might just want to try too Nigel reminds us that midlife isn’t about maximising everything, it’s about subtracting what doesn’t matter so you can focus on what does. If you’re over the hustle, done with pretending and quietly wondering is this it? — this one’s for you. ------------------------------- ⚠️ Warning: his laugh is wildly contagious, and yes, we talk about nudity. ----------------------------- Want to go deeper with Nigel? 🎧 Five of My Life Podcast: https://nigel5m.podbean.com/ 🔗 Website: https://nigelmarsh.com 👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-marsh-28790416/ 📚 Books by Nigel Marsh : • Fat, Forty and Fired • Overworked and Underlaid • Fit, Fifty and Fired-Up • Smart, Stupid and Sixty Available wherever you get your books 📖 ----------------------------- 🎧 Listen now: https://fckimnearly50.buzzsprout.com 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rJ9v_F8tEDw 📲 Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty ------------------------------- Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

Episode 8: F*ck, Fighting Inflammation: Movement, Midlife & Inner Vitality with Amelia Phillips 💪🔥 Is it really just ageing, or is chronic inflammation quietly stealing your energy, sleep and sanity? 😴😩 In this episode, I chats with clinical nutritionist and exercise scientist Amelia Phillips, creator of the Inner Vitality programme and co-founder of 12WBT with Michelle Bridges . Amelia unpacks how inflammation is impacting women in midlife, why your workouts might be making you more tired (not stronger), and how to reset your rhythm without burning out. 🧠💥 ------------------------------ Here’s what we get into: 🧠 What inflammation actually is , and how it’s sneaking into your sleep, your mood, and your metabolism 💪 Why strength training is the midlife superpower we all need and how to get started, even if you’ve never lifted a weight 😩 Burnout workouts vs healing movement and how to rethink your weekly routine 🥦 The biggest food culprits behind inflammation (and what to eat instead) 🦠 Gut health, supplements, and one underrated habit to boost vitality 🔥 Midlife Mythbusters: truths, lies and “it’s complicated” takes on fitness, fasting, belly fat and more ❄️ Hot or Hype? Cold plunges, collagen, ACV, Oura Rings and the Insta-wellness fads Amelia actually rates ✨ Her five daily non-negotiables for staying energised and inflammation-free 📚 Amelia’s real-life midlife toolkit , from books to breakfast to what she’s ditched (and why) 😳 Her own “ WTF, I did not see that coming ” moment of midlife, and how it changed her perspective 🎯 The ‘ Try This Before I’m 50’ Challenge , Amelia’s got a beautifully simple one, and it’s a game-changer SHOW REFERENCES Want to go deeper with Amelia? 🌐 Inner Vitality: https://v360.health/inner-vitality/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AmeliaPhillips 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_amelia_phillips/ 🔗 Website: https://www.ameliaphillips.com.au/ 👩‍💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-phillips/ So if you’re feeling flat, foggy or just fed up with wellness that doesn’t work—this episode will remind you that you can feel strong again. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🎧 Listen now, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s ready to reset their body and mind. 🎧 https://fckimnearly50.buzzsprout.com 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@FckImnearly50 📲 https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty #F*ckImNearly50 #MidlifeReinvention #WomenSupportingWomen #InflammationAwareness #GutHealth #Confiden Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

Episode 7: 🧴 F*ck, Let’s Rethink Skin Health Ageing is a bit of a mindf*ck, especially when it comes to your skin. One minute you’re feeling good, and the next you’re wondering if that new freckle is a friend or a foe. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Philip Tong, founder of Dermatology Junction and the brains behind DermScreen, to cut through the noise and give us the real deal on skin health as we approach 50. Phil isn’t your average dermatologist. He’s on a mission to disrupt an industry that’s been stuck in the past for too long - using AI, better systems, and a whole lot of straight talk to put patients first . ☀️ The reality of what’s happening to your skin as you hit your 40s and 50s - and why it’s not just about wrinkles. 🧬 Sagging skin, collagen, and what actually works (and what’s a waste of money). 🦠 How AI is flipping the script on skin cancer detection - and why that’s a game-changer. 💫 Hormones, stress, and lifestyle: the sneaky saboteurs of your skin health. 📸 The truth about total body photography - who it’s for, what it does, and where it’s headed next. 💡 Phil’s “Midlife Skin Manifesto” - the must-do’s for skin health as we age. 🔥 My own melanoma story - eight rounds in the eyebrow (thanks Noosa sun!) - and how Phil’s been there for every panic and biopsy. 🎯 The ‘Try This Before I’m 50’ Challenge - Phil’s got a good one, and yep, I’ve said yes. Want to go deeper with Phil? Explore his work and check out the future of smarter skin health: 🌐 Dermatology Junction: https://www.dermjunction.com.au/ 🌐 DermScreen: https://dermscreen.com.au/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dermscreen/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dermscreen/ So if you’re tired of the hype and want to know what actually matters when it comes to looking after your skin—this one’s for you. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🔗 Listen now, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a skin health reality check. 🎧 https://fckimnearly50.buzzsprout.com 📺 https://www.youtube.com/@FckImnearly50 📲 https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty #F*ckImNearly50 #MidlifeReinvention #SkinHealth #WomenSupportingWomen #ConfidenceAt50 #MelanomaAwareness #NextChapter #TryThisBefore50 #PodcastLaunch #FuckImJustGettingStarted Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

Episode 6. F*ck, I Wasn’t Ready, But I Am Now 💥 What happens when everything you thought was real turns out to be a lie? In this powerful episode, I sit down with the remarkable Tracy Hall 💫 She is smart, successful, was in love… and then found out the man she trusted was a professional conman. But this isn’t just a story about what happened, It’s about what she did next. Tracy was completely blindsided - emotionally, financially, and psychologically - and yet, she rebuilt. She turned the most gut-wrenching moment of her life into something purposeful, powerful, and deeply impactful for other women. 🎙️ She’s also the first guest who made me cry at the end of an episode. She’s that kind of woman. We talk about the signs we ignore - not big, flashing red flags, but beige ones. Subtle signals that don’t feel like much at first… until they quietly build into something undeniable. And by then, it’s already happening. If you’ve ever thought, “F*ck, I wasn’t ready for this…” This one’s for you. -------------------------- 💬 We cover: Rebuilding when your entire world falls apart The quiet flags we dismiss until it’s too late Financial independence for women at any age Why trust and self-protection go hand in hand How Tracy is using her story to empower others -------------------------- 🔗 Explore More About Tracy: 📖 Her book The Last Victim on Audible: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/The-Last-Victim-Audiobook/ 🎧 Listen to the Who the Hell is Hamish? podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2x1gABZK0IlGZf66vewWDu 🌐 Website: https://tracyhall.com.au 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyhall1975 -------------------------- Tracy is extraordinary. And this episode is also the perfect lead-in to what we’re building next. Because F* ck, I wasn’t ready, but I am now. -------------------------- 🎧 Listen now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454886/episodes/16956792 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eQuHy7PvOeI 📲 Follow along: https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty -------------------------- #FckImNearly50 #PodcastLaunch #WomenSupportingWomen #MidlifeReinvention #FuckImJustGettingStarted #FinancialIndependence #ConfidenceAt50 #LifeReset #BeigeFlags #TheLastVictim #WhoTheHellIsHamish #ResilienceInMidlife #TakeYourPowerBack #RealTalkPodcast #domhind Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

Episode 5: 🔮 F*ck, I Need to Realign Midlife hits differently when you realise the life you built might not be the one that actually fits . In this episode, I sit down with one of the most intuitive, insightful, and downright amazing people I know, Lidia Ranieri . From raising capital in high finance to reading birth charts and helping people find their true north, Lidia’s journey is anything but traditional. She’s coached me through some of my biggest life pivots - career, identity, purpose, and today, she’s here to help all of us navigate the midlife shift. ✨ What it means to live in alignment and why so many of us feel like we’re off track in our 40s 🔄 How Lidia moved from financial powerhouse to astrologer and coach (and why it actually makes perfect sense) 🌙 Astrology beyond the memes - how to use your chart as a tool for self-discovery. ⚡ Big transitions, bold decisions, and trusting yourself when everything feels up in the air. 🏡 Letting go of old roles, expectations, and lives that no longer fit. 💫 How to listen to your intuition and what to do when the noise gets loud. We also talk sharks 🦈, Byron moves, life on the rocks in Bondi, and that one unforgettable New Year’s Eve on a boat with her boys. 🔥 Lidia’s challenge for me - what she’s daring me to try before I hit 50. 🎯 The ‘Try This Before I’m 50’ Challenge Every guest on this podcast throws me a challenge—something bold, surprising, or totally out of my comfort zone. Lidia’s got a good one, and yes… I’ve committed. 🌀 Want to go deeper with Lidia? Explore her cosmic-meets-practical world of astrology and coaching: 🌐 Visit Lidia’s website 💫 Book a 1:1 Astrology & Alignment Session 📩 Subscribe to her newsletter for cosmic insights & updates So if you’re feeling a little out of sync, questioning what’s next, or just ready to shake off the autopilot and tune back in—this episode is for you. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50 and isn’t that amazing? 🔗 Listen now, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s ready for a reset. 🎧 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454886/episodes/16949740 📺 https://youtu.be/zPhqNhgQrsY 📲 https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty #F*ckImNearly50 #MidlifeReinvention #LifeReset #WomenSupportingWomen #FindYourPurpose #AstrologyAndAlignment #ConfidenceAt50 #NextChapter #TryThisBefore50 #PodcastLaunch #FuckImJustGettingStarted Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

🎙️ Episode 4: F*ck, My Hormones Are Sabotaging Me! | Zoe Bingley-Pullin on Food, Hormones & Feeling Like Yourself Again 🔥 Midlife, hormones & food—WTF is happening?! 🔥 One minute, you’re cruising through life, eating whatever you want, running on no sleep, and bouncing back like nothing happened. The next? Your metabolism is in witness protection, your moods have a mind of their own, and one glass of wine feels like a full bottle. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And that’s why today’s guest, Zoe Bingley-Pullin , is here to break it all down. 🥑🥗✨ Zoe is a nutritionist, chef, author, and total genius when it comes to balancing hormones through food . She’s also a long-time friend, fellow sushi lover, and the only person I trust to talk to me about food without making me feel guilty about loving butter and chocolate. In this episode, we’re getting into: 💥 WTF is actually happening to our hormones in midlife? 🥑 How food can help (without becoming a green smoothie person) 🍷 Why we don’t have to give up wine & chocolate to feel good 🚫 The biggest diet myths we need to leave in the past 😴 How to beat cravings, stress, and bad sleep without going nuts And if you’re ready to take it one step further, check out Zoe’s book, “Eat Your Way to Healthy Hormones” , for a practical guide to making food work for you instead of against you. Or if you’re craving a full reset, her next retreat at Gwingana in May might be exactly what you need. I’ll pop all the links below! ⬇️ 🎧 LISTEN NOW: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454886/episodes/16854963 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Mb28VYDHDPc 📲 FOLLOW ALONG: https://www.instagram.com/fckimnearlyfifty 📚 GET ZOE’S BOOK: https://www.zoebingleypullin.com/ 📲 FOLLOW ZOE: https://www.instagram.com/zoebingleypullin Hit LIKE & SUBSCRIBE if you loved this chat—because trust me, we’re all in this midlife madness together! Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50—but isn’t it amazing? 😍🎉 Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

🎙️ Episode 3: F*ck, Reinventing Myself at 40: From Newsroom to Jewellery Empire with Talitha Cummins 🔥 In this episode of F* ck, I’m Nearly 50, I sit down with Talitha Cummins —former Channel 7 news presenter turned entrepreneur and jewellery industry disruptor 💎✨. Talitha’s story is one of reinvention, resilience, and backing yourself when the world tells you to play it safe . After years in the media spotlight 🎥, Talitha found herself at a crossroads —forced to step away from a career she had built her identity around. But instead of looking back, she made a bold pivot . She backed herself and created The Cut , a fine jewellery brand that’s shaking up the diamond industry by focusing on lab-grown diamonds —the smarter, more sustainable, and ethical choice. 💍💡 🚀 In this episode, we dive into: 💥 Walking away from a career and finding what’s next 💥 Backing yourself & starting a business from scratch 💥 The truth about lab-grown diamonds & why they’re the future of fine jewellery 💥 How even De Beers is losing market share as people embrace sustainable luxury 💥 The power of sobriety & how it’s shaped Talitha’s approach to life & business 💥 What it really takes to pivot, trust the process & thrive Talitha’s journey is proof that midlife isn’t about slowing down—it’s about stepping into your next, boldest chapter. 💪🔥 🎧 Listen now: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454886/episodes/16818036 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/98e5cmOO1JA 💎 Shop The Cut: https://thecutjewellery.com.au/ ✨ If you loved this conversation, don’t forget to: 👍 Like this video 📩 Share it with a friend 🔔 Subscribe for more unfiltered, inspiring chats about reinvention, midlife, and owning your next chapter And before you go— what’s the bold move YOU’RE making before 50? Drop it in the comments below! ⬇️💬 Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50—but isn’t it amazing? 🚀🔥 Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

🎙️ INTRODUCTION: How the Hell Did We Get Here? (And What’s Next?) 🤔🎙️ ------------------------- Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, 🤨 Wow, how did I get here—and what’s next? Yeah, me too. Welcome to the very first episode of F ck, I’m Nearly 50*—the no-BS podcast about midlife, reinvention, and figuring things out as we go. I’m Dom Hind, and in this episode, I’m laying it all out—who I am, why I’m doing this, and what you can expect from this wild ride. 🎢 Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a recalibration. A chance to take stock, shake things up, and ask the big questions: ❓ What do I actually want? ❓ What still excites me? ❓ And why does my body make weird noises when I get out of bed? ------------------------- 🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 🔥 My Story (The Short Version) —From growing up in Noosa to running national teams in advertising before I was 30, to building businesses and flipping houses. 🏡💼 🔥 Why I Started This Podcast —Because no one talks about this phase of life properly, and I want to have the conversations we actually need. 🗣️ 🔥 What Midlife Feels Like —The career pivots, the changing bodies, the friendships that evolve, the “is this all there is?” moments, and the surprising joys that come with experience. ✨ 🔥 Why I’m Not Here to Chase Fame —I’m not trying to be the next big podcaster or build a massive audience. I just want real, honest conversations that make us all feel a little less alone. 🤝 🔥 The Reality of Doing It All —Marriage, kids, career, life, and why the juggle never really stops—it just changes. 🤹‍♀️ ------------------------- 🚀 What’s Coming Up? Each episode, we’ll tackle the things no one warned us about—careers, hormones, reinvention, relationships, money, and the big WTF moments of midlife. I’ll chat with guests who have pivoted, taken risks, and done things differently. And every guest will leave me (and you) with a challenge —something to try before I hit 50. 🎯 So, if you’ve ever felt like you’re winging it in midlife ( spoiler: we all are ), hit play and join me for the ride. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50—and isn’t that amazing? 🎉 ------------------------- 🔗 Listen now, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs this! 💖🎧 ------------------------- Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

🎙️ Episode 1: Fuck, Success Isn’t What I Thought! with Justine Armour We spend years chasing success, but what happens when we stop and ask—was this ever the goal? In this episode, I sit down with my great friend Justine Armour , one of the most respected creatives in the advertising world, to talk about success, stress, and what actually matters. Justine has led global creative teams, made Super Bowl ads, and built a career most people dream of. But along the way, she’s also faced burnout, health challenges, and the realization that success doesn’t always feel the way you think it will. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 🔥 How we met as baby ad people at Clemenger Brisbane and have been through it all—career leaps, life shifts, and too many meatball sandwiches at Ant Café. 🔥 What it’s really like to be at the top of your field—and why high achievement doesn’t always equal happiness. 🔥 The stress of constant pressure, making big life changes, and how Justine’s rethinking what success looks like now. 🔥 Navigating societal expectations—especially when you don’t follow the traditional life script. 🔥 The reality of midlife reflection—health, priorities, and why good goes in, great comes out applies to more than just Pringles. 🔥 Justine’s challenge for me—what she’s daring me to try before I turn 50. The ‘Try This Before I’m 50’ Challenge Each guest on this podcast will leave me with a challenge—something to shake things up before I hit 50. Justine’s throwing down the gauntlet, and I have no idea what she’s about to suggest… but I’m committing to doing it. Where to Find Justine Armour: 🔗 LinkedIn: Justine Armour 🔗 Forsman & Bodenfors: forsman.com What’s Coming Up? Every guest on this podcast has taken risks, redefined what matters, and found their own way through midlife. Each episode will leave me (and you) with something to think about—or maybe even something to change. So if you’ve ever questioned the career you built, the expectations you’ve carried, or what’s next for you, hit play. Because fuck, we’re nearly 50—and isn’t that amazing? 🔗 Listen now, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs this! Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…

🎙️ Episode 2: F*ck, I’m Just Getting Started! with Shannah Kennedy We often think of midlife as a time to slow down, but what if it’s actually the perfect moment to reinvent ourselves? In this episode, I sit down with Shannah Kennedy , a master coach and best-selling author known for her expertise in life planning and wellness . Shannah has transformed her own life from battling chronic fatigue and depression to guiding others in designing lives filled with purpose and vitality . 🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 🚀 Reinventing Midlife – Shannah shares her philosophy on viewing the years between 50 and 75 as a period rich with potential for personal growth and new adventures. 🛤 Building a Life Plan – Insights into creating a personalised roadmap that aligns with your core values, ensuring that your daily actions lead to a fulfilling life. 🔥 Overcoming Burnout – Drawing from her own experience with chronic fatigue , Shannah discusses strategies to recognise, manage, and recover from burnout. 🔄 Embracing Change – Practical advice on how to navigate significant life transitions with resilience and optimism. ❌ The Power of ‘No’ – Understanding that saying yes to one thing means saying no to another , and how to make choices that truly serve your well-being. 🎯 The ‘Try This Before I’m 50’ Challenge Each guest on this podcast leaves me with a challenge— something to shake things up before I hit 50 . Shannah’s challenge is all about embracing a new adventure that aligns with my core values. 📍 Where to Find Shannah Kennedy: 🌍 Website: shannahkennedy.com | 📸 Instagram: @shannahkennedy | 💼 LinkedIn: Shannah Kennedy 🔜 What’s Coming Up? Every guest on this podcast has taken risks, redefined what matters, and found their own way through midlife . Each episode will leave me (and you) with something to think about—or maybe even something to change. So if you’ve ever questioned the career you built, the expectations you’ve carried, or what’s next for you , hit play. 🎙 Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50—and isn’t that amazing? 🔗 Listen now, subscribe, and share with a friend who needs this! Let me know what you'd love to hear about next. 🔥 Let’s keep the conversation going! 🔥 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube – Subscribe here! 💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn. 🎧 Never miss an episode – Subscribe on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , or wherever you get your podcasts. 📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together. Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀…