40s Woman and Beyond
Episodes
Dealing with Perimeno Anxiety, The Joy of Being Annoying and Why Well Behaved Women Don't Make History
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gen, Margaret and Anna reflect on the Madeleine Spencer podcast, discuss perimenopausal anxiety*, the power of telling ourselves we are "beautifu...
The Midlife Glow-Up with Skincare Guru Madeleine Spencer
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Skincare guru Madeleine Spencer joins us on this episode of @40swomanandbeyond to spill her best kept secrets for glowing, mature skin. From the SPF t...
Dental Tourism, Finding your Va Va Voom and White Bean Dip - We're Back!
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret, Gen and Anna are back with Season 4.This week on 40s Woman and Beyond we reveal how posture can power up your presence, how to rediscover yo...
A Summer Special - Top Learnings, Jo Whiley, Stress Cycles, and Who is Your Mid Level Celebrity?
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back for a one off Summer edition (before we return in October), Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Gen Hallam and Anna Black discuss their top learnings from se...
Season 3 Finale - Is running bad, Specsavers and the hidden uses of silver foil
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of season 3, Margaret, Gen and Anna discuss their favourite bits from season 3, luxury hotels, and the joy of hair removal.As alw...
Being brave, focussing on what you CAN do, and how the PTA could rule the world - A Career Special with Career Returners Co-Founder Julianne Miles MBE
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this empowering career special, the co-founder of Career Returners Julianne Miles MBE, shares the first step of looking for a job after a career br...
How to avoid always saying Yes!, Valuing ourselves and our new favourite eyeliner
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're back discussing all the financial changes we've put into practice after Stacey Presly's excellent money session, the power ...
Money Money Money - It's Not as Complicated (or scary) as You Think
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Money and pensions can cause us stress. However, now that we're in our 40s and Beyond we do need to understand some basics to ensure that we have...
It Gets Greater Later!
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Margaret, Gen and Anna discuss last weeks guest, the positives in fashion of being older, and why someone else's wins do not affect you...
A Style Special with Chantelle Znideric - How to find your 40s Woman style, the Best Clothes (& Shoes) for Work, and the Importance of a Thermal Vest!
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chantelle Znideric is a stylist to the stars, and to normal people too! She uses her experience and talent to help people with their confidence, showi...
Are you an Outdoor Family? The 6 minute solution and the Hidden Gems of Milton Keynes
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back, and we talk about Rivals, New Year disasters, and why Margaret is holidaying this year in Milton Keynes.Take a listen and see attache...
How to Walk Into a Room full of Strangers, Allyship and the Speed of Facial Hair
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of Season 2, we discuss moving back into the corporate world, the joy of allyship, and why we're the fabulous culmination of...
"Why is my HRT not working?" Dr Lindsay Thomas, HRT specialist, returns and answers our top 3 questions
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from the extremely popular HRT special in series 1, Dr Lindsay Thomas, HRT specialist and GP, returns and answers our top questions on HR...
Chickpea juice, thinking about the positives and the power of silver boots
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret, Gen and Anna discuss last week's guest, Maddie Warren, and her approach to life, talk the power of footwear, and share their weeks peri...
Why Living in the Moment and Skipping Crunchy Nut Cornflakes for Dinner in Your 40s is a Win – with Special Guest Maddy Warren
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maddy Warren, known as the "Queen of Dialysis," has embraced living in the moment since being diagnosed with kidney failure at just 14. Now ...
Anxiety, Hot Tuna and Margaret's Late Night Adventures in Spanish Bars
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week is the epitome of a relaxed chat amongst 3 perimenopuasal friends talking uplifting experiences and not so successful adventures. Love it!...
Getting a Natural High and Keeping your Friends Closer with Psychologist Dr Amanda Potter
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why you get that post presentation slump? Or how to counteract that anxiety that seems to appear for no reason?Award-winning psychologist ...
Tips for Feeling "Like a Woman in Control of her Life", the best exercise for belly fat, and is it ever right to wear a Bum Bag?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back & better than ever! Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Gen Hallam and Anna Black return to discuss all the important and possibly not so importa...
"No More Salad", a Melissa Hemsley recipe that is “even tastier than a Big Mac” and the sheer joy of community, regardless of age! Season 1 Finale includes much laughter, joy and Davina!
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Anna Black and Gen Hallam discuss the importance of connection and not staying age appropriate in the season finale!Please do ...
Skincare Special: "It's the only product on the planet that I would actually say is a miracle product" Pamela Marshall, Aesthetician
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have any idea how to look after your skin in your "prime" years? Pamela Marshall, aesthetician, skin superhero and the guardian of ma...
Making Time for Fun (and why Anna and Gen need to get out More)
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Margaret, Anna and Genevieve are discussing last week's guest, Dr Claire Macaulay, and discovering that two out of the three hosts defi...
How to Have Better Sex and Enhance your Life, with Dr Claire Macaulay
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Claire Macaulay is an Oncologist and curator and host of The Midlife Sex Festival.If you're someone who cringes like your 12 year old self at ...
That Zoe Shot, Working in our 40s (& Beyond) and a Podcast Road Trip
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret, Genevieve and Anna discuss their recent "perimenopausal" experiences, what is working for them, and plan a Podcast Road Trip.We re...
HRT Special with Dr Lindsey Thomas
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Margaret, Anna and Genevieve talk to Dr Lindsey Thomas, a GP with over 20 years experience in womens’ health. Based in Leeds, Lindsey now ...
"Dinner of the Gods, Sequin Playsuits and Midlife Crushes"
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join the chat with me, Margaret and Gen to talk all things perimenopausal! Celebrating World Menopause DayDisclaimerAnna Black, Genevieve Hallam, Marg...