Episodes

Tim Tamashiro is one of those rare souls who makes you want to slow down, take a breath, and actually feel your own heartbeat again. This episode is a gentle exhale in the middle of all the noise. We talk about what it really takes to find peace in a world that feels like it’s always demanding more of you, how our brains are wired to keep us on edge (hello, tiny almond-shaped amygdala), and why letting go of suffering - even in the smallest moments - might just be the gateway to a happier life. ...

Junie Moon talks about what happens when you finally get honest about the ways you’ve been abandoning yourself in the name of love.... Saying yes when your gut screams no... ....walking on eggshells to keep the peace ....trying to earn your worth through being chosen. Junie doesn’t hold back anything . She shares what it was like to leave a 20-year marriage, only to fall into the same painful patterns in a different relationship… ...until one sleepless night changed everything. That was her line...

Barbara Bowman - author, speaker, and real-life grief whisperer - is turning some of the most awkward, heart-wrenching moments around death into opportunities for connection, compassion, and deep humanity. She has lived through unimaginable loss, and instead of hardening...she softened. She stayed open. She paid attention. And she turned all of it into wisdom you can actually use - especially in those moments when you're fumbling for the right words, trying to show up for someone, or wondering i...

Pull up a seat, grab your favorite mug, and get cozy ... this one’s a soul-nourishing heart-to-heart. In today’s episode, I’m joined by the beautiful force that is Karen Rudolf...a woman whose journey through trauma, burnout, divorce, and deep self-discovery led her to become a transformational empowerment coach and creator of the Tranquil Solutions Clarity Tool. But Karen’s story isn’t some neatly packaged success tale. She takes us back to moments that cracked her open, including the...

Rachel’s story isn’t your typical reinvention tale. After decades of leading, achieving, and people-pleasing her way through corporate life (while slowly burning herself out), she finally hit a wall. And instead of pushing through it like she always had… she walked away. From her job. Her home. Her whole identity. She sold everything and moved to Peru with four suitcases and zero certainty - only the deep knowing that something had to change. In this episode, we talk about what it really looks l...

There’s something so magnetic about a woman who’s done the deep inner work - and still shows up with an open heart. That’s exactly who Tonya Peck is. In this episode of Thrive After 45™, Tonya shares her powerful story of healing, purpose, and transformation. From navigating the shame of an unplanned pregnancy at 17 to building a life rooted in faith, authenticity, and emotional empowerment. We talk about what it really takes to step into the fullness of who you are (especially when you’ve spent...

Some nudges are gentle. Others feel like a whisper you can’t ignore. For Caren Carnegie, it started with a whisper in her body - symptoms, discomfort, stuckness. But instead of pushing it down or muscling through (like we’re taught to do), she got curious. That quiet pull led her to movement… then to healing… then to a complete soul-led transformation. In this episode of Thrive After 45 ™ , Caren opens up about her journey from daily drinking and disconnection to becoming a deeply intuitive mome...

Ready for a soulful mix of science, story, and straight-up perspective shifts? In this episode of the Thrive After 45™ , I sit down with Dr. David Yates, a chiropractor who’s part of the rare 2% practicing upper cervical chiropractic care - a powerful, nerve-focused approach that can completely change how your body functions and heals. But that’s just part of the story. Dr. Yates didn’t start his career in medicine. He was a high school Spanish teacher, burnt out by a broken system, when a snowb...

Kelle Sparta is a transformational shaman, spiritual coach, and someone who has completely burned her life to the ground more than once...in the most liberating way. She was living the American Dream on paper… ... successful business... ... big house ... the husband ... the dog ... but she was totally miserable. So she walked away from all of it and started over from scratch. Like… moved in with a house full of witches and shamans kind of starting over. We got into everything. The messy middle. ...

What if the version of you you've been holding back is actually the key to everything you want? In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Lizzie Siegel, and wow....Just get ready! Lizzie’s been through it all... trauma, chronic illness, financial rock bottom... and somehow turned it into deep healing, global impact, and a kind of spiritual groundedness that’s truly inspiring. We talk about what it means to “choose your hard” and how the life you’re living right now might be harder than...

What if your chronic symptoms weren’t “just aging” - but your body waving a red flag? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Functional Genomic Nutrition Consultant, researcher, and author Jaclyn Downs ... and lemme tell ya, she does not hold back when it comes to exposing what’s really behind so many of our modern-day health struggles. We’re talking mystery symptoms, stubborn fatigue, hormonal chaos, autoimmune flares, even infertility - and how they’re often rooted in one sneaky culprit ...

What if fueling your giving meant finally pouring back into yourself first? Dr. Tia Warwick is a scientist, professor, public health leader, author, and unapologetic boundary-setter. But what truly blew me away was her realness. We talk about what it looks like to be driven, heart-led, and purpose-fueled...without losing yourself in the process. She opens up about what it means to give so much to others while quietly running on empty, and how that shifted the moment she turned around and re...

What if the life you’re meant to live doesn’t show up until after you’ve already lived a few others? Dr. Shafer, a former physician turned transformational coach, author, and speaker - is living proof that it’s never too late to come home to yourself. After decades of walking the high-achiever path (you know the one...degrees, credentials, perfectionism on overdrive), Dr, Shafer hit a turning point. And instead of pushing through, she got curious. What unfolded next was a journey of sh...

What if starting over at 54 didn’t mean settling - but soaring? I sit down with the fierce and fabulous Jeanne Omlor - a woman who went from drowning in debt as a single mom to building a million-dollar business in just 17 months!!! Now in her 60s, Jeanne isn’t just running a multi-million dollar business - she’s redefining what it means to thrive. We cover all the things: 👉 Growing a business without burning out 👉 Parenting while building an empire 👉 The BS around “work-life b...

What if you could rebuild your spiritual life in a way that actually feels safe, soulful, and completely your own? In this powerful and deeply nourishing conversation, I sit down with Rev. Christine Davies - a hospital chaplain, seminary professor, and spiritual director with nearly two decades of experience walking beside people in their most sacred (and often toughest) life moments. We talk about the real stuff - grief, spiritual clarity, religious trauma, and what it actually looks like to fi...

At a time when most people think about slowing down, Sharon Rolph is just getting started - and trust me, her energy is e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g . Sharon is a retirement coach, spark specialist (yes, that’s a real thing and it’s amazing), and an absolute light when it comes to helping people uncover their soul’s purpose ... especially in their later years. After spending her career in behavioural science and diving deep into what makes people feel truly alive, Sharon made it her mission to help other...

This episode is a must if you’ve ever felt like your body was totally working against you, or like no matter how “healthy” you try to be, something still feels off. I sat down with the amazing Jenny Powers, a total powerhouse (and also a scientist, educator, and author) who breaks down biology in a way that actually makes sense for real life - especially for women 45 and up. We’re talking evolution, hormones, burnout, energy, and how to finally feel like yourself again. Jenny gets into this idea...

Alright, friends. Get ready to meet one of the most heart-centered, unstoppable women I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with. Carolyn Boras is nearly 70, and instead of retiring quietly after 45 years in education, she decided to totally reinvent herself. How iconic is that? Note: This episode includes a brief, sensitive moment that may be triggering for some listeners. Please take care while listening. After a serious health scare, Carolyn didn’t just heal; she asked bigger questions. Questions...

Midlife isn’t the end of your story — it’s the beginning of an extraordinary new chapter! In this powerful episode of Thrive After 45 , we welcome the remarkable Wendy Alexander, a Career Coach who is redefining what it means to pivot with purpose. Wendy’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and fearless reinvention. From navigating the corporate world as a hiring manager for multimillion-dollar projects to surviving domestic violence and financial hardship, she knows firsthand what it...

Thrive After 45 - Episode 2 | Rewrite Your Success Welcome back to Thrive After 45! This is the space where we redefine YOU time—for you, by you, because of you. I’m Denise Drinkwalter, a Midlife Renewal Coach, here to help women embrace their power, purpose, and potential. In this episode, I sit down with Sherrika Sanders, a powerhouse in accounting and leadership with over 15 years of experience navigating high-stakes corporate transitions. From mergers to IPOs, she’s been at the forefront ...

In this episode of Thrive After 45 ™ , we welcome Dr. Lisa Petty, a Spiritual Life Coach, Feminine Leadership Mentor, and holistic wellness expert with over two decades of experience. Lisa’s journey has taken her from holistic nutrition to earning a PhD in Social and Cultural Health, where she explored the barriers that prevent women from prioritizing their well-being. Her personal spiritual awakening led her to study neo-shamanic energy medicine, and today, she blends science and spirituality t...