Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
The week we are talking to Christine Sperber, co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy. The Academy offers incredible online and in person programs. The Academy believes that with the gifts of time, space, and a cohort of other curious learners by your side, you will dig into challenges together, and discover what’s possible in the next chapter.
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Friday Sep 15, 2023
How Do We Slow Skin Cells from Aging with Alessandra Zonari
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Bonus Episode. What is happening on a cellular level as our skin ages? Is there anything we can do to slow the process?
We invited Alessandra Zonari, PhD and o-founder/Chief Scientific Officer of One Skin. With a Master’s degree in stem cell biology and her PhD in skin regeneration and tissue engineering, Alessandra knows what is happening to our skin and how we can keep our skin healthy and timeless. She also explains the process of cellular senescence and a recently discovered peptide that can help slow the cells from aging.
Join us (One Skin is a generous event sponsor) on October 8th at the Nashville Graduate Hotel for CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN:
https://www.conversationswithprimewomen.com/
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Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Share Your Authentic Story with Image Consultant Mila Grigg
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Many midlife women find it challenging to determine their value in the world. Whether the children have left the nest, change in careers or in life's direction, many women are stuck trying to find purpose.
Our guest this week is CEO of Moda Image and Brand Consulting, Mila Grigg. Mila has over 20 years of experience and she is author of the book Forged By Fire. Mila believes that every single human being has immense value and was created with a great purpose. It is never too late and you are not too old to find yours!
Join Mila and other incredible Prime Women on October 8th for CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN: www.conversationswithprimewomen.com
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Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
The Real George Michael: Stories from Wham’s Music Manager Simon Napier Bell
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
This week is definitely a "cool topics" episode!
We are speaking with Simon Napier Bell, music manager for bands including Wham and the Director of the recent documentary, THE REAL GEORGE MICHAEL: PORTRAIT OF AN ARTIST.
Simon shares personal stories of George Michael from the beginning of his career until his tragic death at 53. He also talks about his professional partnership and personal friendship with Andrew Ridgeley. If you are GenX or an 80's music fan, you don't want to miss this episode.
CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN EVENT: Join us on October 8th at the Nashville Graduate Hotel to celebrate women in midlife and beyond with celebrity and expert panels, shopping, an aesthetics room, giveaway and spectacular gift bags. Use promo code FF15 for 15% off!
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Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Mature Glam with MakeUp Artist Melanie Mills
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
On this week's episode, we are sharing makeup tips and tricks for mature women. Our guest is 2X Emmy award winning makeup artist Melanie Mills. Melanie has been nominated 21 times for her work on Dancing with the Stars and she is now sharing her expertise in person and online at her makeup store The MakeUp Altar.
Our face and skin changes as we age, our skincare and makeup need to do as well.
Melanie will also be a expert panelist on our Beaty/Style to Feel Good panel. Join us on October 8th at the Nashville Graduate Hotel for CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN. We will be celebrating Prime Women with conversations, celebrities, shopping, an aesthetics room, incredible gift bags and giveaways. Use promo code FF15 for 15% off.
Eventbrite:
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Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Menopause and Mental Health with Gennev
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Mental Health is a symptom of Menopause that is not talked about often enough. Gennev's Menopause platform has partnered with Lifestance to offer help to menopausal women struggling with anxiety and depression.
We talk to Jill Angelo, the founder of Gennev, Dr. Yashika Dooley and Stasi Kasianchuk about mental health and Menopause.
Tickets to CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN (use promo FF15):
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Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Actress Marsha Mason is Living Her Best LIfe
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
This week's episode is a replay of our conversation with Marsha Mason. Marsha is a 2X Golden Globe winner and 4X Oscar nominee and has starred in movies, tv and theater. At 81, she has also been a race car driver, a organic farmer and much more. She is living her best life and sharing her stories with us.
Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com
Conversations with Prime Women event on October 8th: www.conversationswithprimewomen.com
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Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Cutting Edge Research in Breast Cancer Risks with Dr. Holly Pederson
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Do you know your genetic risk for breast cancer? It is more than a BRCA test and we are reintroducing Dr. Holly Pederson's episode to explain the research.
Dr. Pederson is the Medical Director for Breast Services at Cleveland Clinic and an Associate Professor at at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University.
She explains:
*genetic risk assessments including the new Polygenic Risk Score,
*which breast exams are right for different patients: digital mammogram, 3D mammogram, ultrasound or the abbreviate MRI
* when it is appropriate to use preventative measures prior to a diagnosis of breast cancer.
Show Notes: www.hotflashescooltopics.com
Information for our CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN event on October 8 at the Nashville Graduate Hotel can be found: www.conversationswithprimewomen.com
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Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Silence Your Inner Critic with Joanna Kleinman
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Does you inner critic start complaining first thing in the morning and last throughout the day? Is that voice constantly critical of you decisions and emotions?
This week we are sharing our Season 2 episode with psychotherapist Joanna Kleinman on silencing our inner critics. She shares her MIND method and how it works to retrain our thoughts and emotions.
Tickets for CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN EVENT: October 8th in Nashville: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-flashes-cool-topics-conversations-with-prime-women-tickets-627388093677?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete
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Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Successful Aging with Dr. Daniel Levitin
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
This week, we are speaking with Dr. Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist and author of SUCCESSFUL AGING. Dr. Levitin offers advice on how to aim toward mental and physical well-being and longevity. He speaks about the importance of health span vs. lifespan and the important factors that individuals should have to extend their longevity.
Join us on October 8th in Nashville for CONVERSATIONS WITH PRIME WOMEN:
Learn more: www.conversationswithprimewomen.com
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