The Iconic Midlife with Roxy Manning

Roxy Manning

What if midlife isn’t a crisis… but your most powerful chapter yet? The Iconic Midlife is the unapologetic podcast for women 40 and over who are ready to own their next act with boldness, brains, and zero apologies. Hosted by longtime entertainment journalist and red carpet insider Roxy Manning, this weekly show challenges outdated narratives around aging—and delivers real, unfiltered conversations about reinvention, ambition, beauty, perimenopause, menopause, sex, money, wellness, friendship, and everything women were told to stop caring about after 40. Each Tuesday, Roxy sits down with celebrity guests, health experts, industry disruptors, thought leaders, and fearless midlife voices to talk about what it really means to age with power, pleasure, and purpose. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts or building your empire, The Iconic Midlife will make you feel bold, seen, and completely unbothered by anyone’s expectations but your own. Midlife isn’t invisible. It’s iconic. New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episodes drop on Thursdays. Follow the show now—and stay iconic. Social media: Show: @theiconicmidlife Host: @redcarpetroxy

  1. Tonya Meisenbach: Surviving the Unthinkable & What Happened Next

    vor 22 Std.

    Tonya Meisenbach: Surviving the Unthinkable & What Happened Next

    What happens when the life you knew disappears in an instant? In 2018, Tonya Meisenbach survived an unimaginable act of domestic violence that left her with life-threatening burns and forever changed the way she looked. But what followed wasn't just a story of survival—it became a story of resilience, reinvention, and discovering a confidence she never knew she had. In this deeply moving conversation, Tonya opens up about rebuilding her life after trauma, learning to embrace her scars, raising her children while healing, and why she says she actually feels more confident today than she did before she was burned. We also talk about redefining beauty, finding purpose after unimaginable loss, the power of manifestation, and why your greatest chapter may still be ahead of you. This is a conversation about hope, healing, and the extraordinary strength that can emerge after life's darkest moments. In this episode, we discuss: • Tonya's incredible survival story and the long road to recovery • The emotional healing that came after the physical healing • Learning to see beauty differently • Why confidence comes from within—not from appearance • Motherhood, resilience, and rebuilding after trauma • Manifesting a bigger future and dreaming without limits • What Tonya wants every survivor to know If this episode inspires you, please follow The Iconic Midlife, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that no matter what they've been through, their story isn't over. Follow Tonya Meisenbach: Instagram: @burnedbeauty2018 Follow The Iconic Midlife: Social Media: @theiconicmidlife Watch full episodes: YouTube: @TheIconicMidlife Follow Roxy Manning: Social Media: @redcarpetroxy Content Note: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence and trauma that some listeners may find difficult. While portions of this conversation touch on those experiences, the focus is ultimately on healing, hope, resilience, and rebuilding a meaningful life.

    50 Min.
  2. Game Episode: Is It Aligned or Out of Alignment? | with PlateFit founder Rachael Blumberg

    vor 5 Tagen ·  Bonus

    Game Episode: Is It Aligned or Out of Alignment? | with PlateFit founder Rachael Blumberg

    How do you know if something is truly aligned with the life you're meant to live? In this special Game episode, PlateFit founder Rachael Blumberg joins Roxy for a rapid-fire round of Is it Aligned or Out of Alignment? that goes beyond fitness and dives into intuition, boundaries, relationships, purpose, and personal growth. Through a series of thought-provoking scenarios, Rachael reveals how she decides what deserves a "yes," what gets a "no," and how living in alignment has transformed every area of her life. It's fun, insightful, and might just inspire you to rethink a few of your own answers. In this episode: • What it really means to live in alignment • How to recognize when something feels out of alignment • Quick-fire questions on relationships, work, and personal growth • Why saying "no" can be one of the most powerful forms of self-care • The role intuition plays in making difficult decisions • Rachael's honest, unfiltered answers to the Alignment Game Enjoying The Iconic Midlife? Please follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps us reach more women navigating midlife. And if this episode made you think differently, share it with a friend who could use a little more alignment in her life. Follow Roxy and The Iconic Midlife on social media: @redcarpetroxy (Host) @theiconicmidlife (Podcast) Thanks for listening to The Iconic Midlife. New full episodes drop every Tuesday, with bonus Game Time episodes every Thursday.

    14 Min.
  3. How Rachael Blumberg Chiprut Built PlateFit—and Reinvented Herself Along the Way

    30. Juni

    How Rachael Blumberg Chiprut Built PlateFit—and Reinvented Herself Along the Way

    What happens when you've built a successful business—but realize you're still searching for something deeper? This week, Roxy sits down with PlateFit founder Rachael Blumberg for an honest conversation about reinvention, identity, and the unexpected paths that can transform your life. Rachael shares how creating one of Los Angeles' most recognizable boutique fitness brands was only part of her journey. She opens up about walking away from alcohol, exploring psychedelic healing, discovering the practice of circling, and learning that true strength has as much to do with emotional resilience as physical fitness. Whether you're navigating midlife, questioning what's next, or simply looking for permission to evolve, this conversation is a powerful reminder that reinvention is always possible. In this episode, we discuss: • How Rachael built PlateFit into a successful fitness brand • Why she chose to stop drinking alcohol—and how it changed her life • Her experiences with psychedelic healing and personal growth • What "circling" is and why it's helping people build deeper connections • Redefining strength in midlife • Why authenticity often requires letting go of who you used to be • The courage to reinvent yourself—personally and professionally Enjoying The Iconic Midlife? Please follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps us reach more women navigating midlife. And if this conversation resonated with you, share it with a woman who could use a reminder that her next chapter may be her best one yet. Follow Roxy and The Iconic Midlife on social media: @redcarpetroxy (Host) @theiconicmidlife (Podcast) Thanks for listening to The Iconic Midlife. New episodes drop every Tuesday, with bonus game episodes every Thursday.

    1 Std. 8 Min.
  4. Game Episode: Worth It or Waste of Energy? Helen Christoni's Midlife Hot Takes

    25. Juni ·  Bonus

    Game Episode: Worth It or Waste of Energy? Helen Christoni's Midlife Hot Takes

    What deserves your energy in midlife—and what are women wasting far too much time worrying about? In this bonus game episode of The Iconic Midlife, Helen Christoni joins Roxy Manning for a rapid-fire round of Worth It or Waste of Energy? From hustle culture and people-pleasing to wellness trends, guilt, boundaries, and reinvention, Helen shares her candid opinions on the habits, pressures, and expectations women face every day. Some answers may surprise you. In This EpisodeIs hustle culture still worth it in midlife?Are women overcomplicating wellness?Why guilt may be one of the biggest energy drainsThe truth about protecting your peaceReinvention after 40Letting go of other people's expectationsPrioritizing yourself without apologyWhat women are wasting way too much energy on About Helen ChristoniHelen Christoni is an entrepreneur, wellness executive, and co-founder of Make Time Wellness. After experiencing profound personal loss and witnessing the impact of dementia and cognitive decline on loved ones, she became passionate about helping women prioritize their health, well-being, and quality of life. Sponsored by DefenAgeThis episode is sponsored by DefenAge. DefenAge's award-winning skincare is powered by Age-Repair Defensins®, proprietary technology designed to help support your skin's natural renewal process and address multiple visible signs of aging. 🎁 Exclusive Offer for The Iconic Midlife listeners: Get the DefenAge Fly Kit for just $29 (regularly $98) with code ROXY29. Visit: DefenAge.com/Renewal Offer valid while supplies last. Connect with HelenInstagram: @helenchristoni Connect with Roxy & The Iconic MidlifeSocial Media (show): @theiconicmidlife Social Media (host): @redcarpetroxy Website: theiconicmidlife.com If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the show, download the episode, and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music. Your support helps us continue bringing you conversations that inspire women to redefine what's possible in midlife. #TheIconicMidlife #HelenChristoni #MidlifeHotTakes #WorthItOrWasteOfEnergy #MidlifeWomen #Women'sWellness #Reinvention #PersonalGrowth #DefenAge #RoxyManning

    6 Min.
  5. Helen Christoni on Child Loss, Brain Health & Rebuilding a Meaningful Life

    23. Juni

    Helen Christoni on Child Loss, Brain Health & Rebuilding a Meaningful Life

    What happens when life changes in an instant—and you have to find a way to keep moving forward? In this deeply personal episode of The Iconic Midlife, Roxy Manning sits down with entrepreneur, wellness executive, and Make Time Wellness co-founder Helen Christoni for a powerful conversation about grief, resilience, caregiving, women's brain health, and rebuilding a meaningful life after unimaginable loss. After losing her daughter Bella and witnessing the devastating impact of dementia and cognitive decline on loved ones, Helen found herself reevaluating everything—from how women care for themselves to the emotional burdens so many carry in silence. Together, Roxy and Helen discuss the realities of child loss, navigating grief in midlife, supporting aging family members, protecting cognitive health, and why women must stop waiting until they are completely depleted before prioritizing themselves. This is a conversation about heartbreak, healing, purpose, and finding strength you never knew you had. Listener Note: This episode contains discussion of child loss, grief, caregiving, dementia, and mental health. Please listen with care if these topics are sensitive for you. In This Episode:Helen's journey through the loss of her daughter BellaHow grief changes your perspective on lifeThe emotional realities of caregivingWhy women are at greater risk for cognitive declineThe connection between brain health, stress, and overall wellnessThe invisible emotional labor many women carryReinvention after loss and adversityBuilding purpose through painPractical ways women can prioritize themselves in midlife This Episode Is Sponsored by DefenAgeIf you're looking for smarter, science-backed skincare, you'll want to check out DefenAge. DefenAge's award-winning products are powered by Age-Repair Defensins®, proprietary technology designed to help support your skin's natural ability to renew itself and address multiple visible signs of aging. And listeners of The Iconic Midlife can receive the DefenAge Fly Kit for just $29 (a $98 value). Use code ROXY29 at checkout. Visit: DefenAge.com/Renewal Connect with Helen ChristoniInstagram: @helenchristoni Connect with Roxy Manning & The Iconic MidlifeSocial Media: @theiconicmidlife Social Media: @redcarpetroxy Website: theiconicmidlife.com If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the show, download the episode, and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music. Your support helps us continue bringing you meaningful conversations with extraordinary women redefining midlife on their own terms. #TheIconicMidlife #HelenChristoni #ChildLoss #Grief #BrainHealth #Caregiving #MidlifeWomen #Women'sWellness #MentalHealth #Resilience #DefenAge #RoxyManning Mentioned in this episode: DefenAge Special Offer for The Iconic Midlife Listeners This episode is sponsored by DefenAge. DefenAge's award-winning skincare is powered by Age-Repair Defensins®, proprietary technology designed to help support your skin's natural renewal process and address multiple visible signs of aging. As a listener of The Iconic Midlife, you can receive the DefenAge Fly Kit for just $29 (regularly $98) using code ROXY29. Visit: DefenAge.com/Renewal Offer valid while supplies last. DefenAge Special Offer for The Iconic Midlife Listeners This episode is sponsored by DefenAge. DefenAge's award-winning skincare is powered by Age-Repair Defensins®, proprietary technology designed to help support your skin's natural renewal process and address multiple visible signs of aging. As a listener of The Iconic Midlife, you can receive the DefenAge Fly Kit for just $29 (regularly $98) using code ROXY29. Visit: DefenAge.com/Renewal Offer valid while supplies last.

    53 Min.
  6. Game Episode: Joanna Krupa Plays Hot or Unhinged!

    18. Juni ·  Bonus

    Game Episode: Joanna Krupa Plays Hot or Unhinged!

    Joanna Krupa is back—but this time we're putting her to the test. In this bonus game episode of The Iconic Midlife, Joanna plays Hot or Unhinged?, where she weighs in on dating, relationships, red flags, modern romance, animal rescue, and some seriously questionable life choices. No overthinking. No filter. Just instant reactions and plenty of laughs. In this episode:• Dating younger: Hot or Unhinged? • Sliding into DMs • Sleeping with your ex • Reality TV drama • The biggest dating red flags • Animal rescue and relationship deal-breakers • Joanna's funniest rapid-fire takes SPECIAL OFFER FROM OUR PARTNER: DEFENAGEIf your skincare isn't working like it used to, it may not be your products—it may be your skin. DefenAge's patented defensin technology helps awaken your skin's natural ability to renew itself. ✨ Exclusive for The Iconic Midlife listeners: Get the DefenAge Fly Kit—a $98 value for just $29. Visit DefenAge.com/Renewal and use code ROXY29 at checkout. Follow Joanna KrupaInstagram: @joannakrupa Join the Inner Circle: https://the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning.kit.com/3433416614 Want bold guests, unfiltered stories, and iconic midlife insight in your inbox? Listen & Follow The Iconic Midlife is where smart, stylish women over 40 come to rebrand midlife on their terms. New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episode drops on Thursdays. Tap “Follow” so you never miss a moment. Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning/id1817484587 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRDzq3AalXaqfpfWq7dlm?si=7e91db12ba1f4bfa Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ff905ad8-332f-430e-a040-ce1ba5047483/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning Let’s Connect Social media: @theiconicmidlife (show) | @redcarpetroxy (host) • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theiconicmidlife If you laughed, gasped, or found yourself yelling at your phone, be sure to follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with a friend. And if you haven't listened to Joanna's full interview yet, go back and catch the Season 2 premiere—you won't want to miss it.

    7 Min.
  7. Joanna Krupa: Beauty, Fame, Divorce & Starting Over

    16. Juni

    Joanna Krupa: Beauty, Fame, Divorce & Starting Over

    What happens when the world knows your face—but not your story? For years, Joanna Krupa has been recognized as a model, television personality, entrepreneur, and passionate animal advocate. But behind the glamour is a woman who has navigated love, heartbreak, public scrutiny, motherhood, reinvention, and the pressure of living so much of her life in the spotlight. In this candid Season 2 premiere of The Iconic Midlife, Joanna opens up about what it's really like to age in the public eye, the misconceptions people have about reality television, dating after divorce, motherhood, beauty standards, confidence, loneliness, and why animal rescue has become one of the most meaningful parts of her life. This is a conversation about rediscovering yourself, letting go of outside expectations, and embracing the woman you've become. In this episode, we discuss:• The truth about beauty, attention, and public perception • Dating, divorce, and relationships in midlife • Why reality TV doesn't always tell the whole story • Motherhood and how it changed her perspective • Aging with confidence in an image-driven industry • The emotional impact of animal rescue and advocacy • Reinvention after life's biggest chapters • What women finally stop tolerating in midlife SPECIAL OFFER FROM OUR PARTNER: DEFENAGEIf you've noticed your skincare isn't delivering the results it once did, it may not be your products—it may be your skin. DefenAge's patented defensin technology helps awaken your skin's natural ability to renew itself, addressing one of the biggest changes that happens as we age. For a limited time, you can get the DefenAge Fly Kit—a $98 value for just $29. Visit DefenAge.com/Renewal and use code ROXY29 at checkout. Connect with Joanna KrupaInstagram: @joannakrupa Join the Inner Circle: https://the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning.kit.com/3433416614 Want bold guests, unfiltered stories, and iconic midlife insight in your inbox? Listen & Follow The Iconic Midlife is where smart, stylish women over 40 come to rebrand midlife on their terms. New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episode drops on Thursdays. Tap “Follow” so you never miss a moment. Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning/id1817484587 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRDzq3AalXaqfpfWq7dlm?si=7e91db12ba1f4bfa Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ff905ad8-332f-430e-a040-ce1ba5047483/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning Let’s Connect Social media: @theiconicmidlife (show) | @redcarpetroxy (host) • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theiconicmidlife If you enjoyed this conversation, please follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with a friend. Your support helps us continue bringing you honest, inspiring conversations with remarkable women redefining what midlife can look like. And don't forget to come back Thursday for Joanna's hilarious "Hot or Unhinged?" game episode! Mentioned in this episode: Special Offer from DefenAge: Get the Fly Kit for $29! If your skincare isn't working like it used to, it may not be your products—it may be your skin's natural renewal process slowing down. DefenAge's patented defensin technology is designed to help awaken your skin's ability to renew itself, addressing one of the biggest changes that happens as we age. 🎉 Exclusive for The Iconic Midlife listeners: Get the DefenAge Fly Kit—a $98 value for just $29. Visit DefenAge.com/Renewal and use code ROXY29 at checkout. Experience why DefenAge is redefining what's possible in age-defying skincare.

    1 Std. 4 Min.
  8. Game Episode: Skin Truth or Myth? Dr. Jessica Weiser Debunks Midlife Beauty Myths

    4. Juni ·  Bonus

    Game Episode: Skin Truth or Myth? Dr. Jessica Weiser Debunks Midlife Beauty Myths

    Skin Truth or Myth? Dr. Jessica Weiser Debunks Midlife Beauty Myths Can you actually damage your skin barrier without realizing it? Do women in menopause need a completely different skincare strategy? And are we all overdoing skincare in the pursuit of looking younger? In this rapid-fire “Skin Truth or Myth?” episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jessica Weiser joins Roxy Manning to separate beauty fact from fiction — tackling some of the biggest misconceptions women hear about aging skin, retinol, exfoliation, injectables, skincare trends, collagen loss, and midlife beauty pressure. They also discuss: • Why “more” skincare is often the wrong approach • The truth about overusing active ingredients • Why neck aging can happen faster than facial aging • The skincare trends dermatologists secretly hate • What women waste money on constantly • The most underrated thing for great skin that has nothing to do with products Smart, funny, honest, and packed with genuinely useful information for women navigating midlife skin changes. ✨ SPECIAL OFFER: Listeners of The Iconic Midlife can get the DefenAge Fly Kit for just $29 (normally $98) at: DefenAge.com/renewal Use code: ROXY29 Follow: @weiserskinmd @defenageskincare @theiconicmidlife @redcarpetroxy 🎧 Listen & Follow The Iconic Midlife is where smart, stylish women over 40 come to rebrand midlife on their terms. Join the Inner Circle: https://the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning.kit.com/3433416614 Want bold guests, unfiltered stories, and iconic midlife insight in your inbox? Listen & Follow The Iconic Midlife is where smart, stylish women over 40 come to rebrand midlife on their terms. New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episode drops on Thursdays. Tap “Follow” so you never miss a moment. Listen on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning/id1817484587 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRDzq3AalXaqfpfWq7dlm?si=7e91db12ba1f4bfa Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ff905ad8-332f-430e-a040-ce1ba5047483/the-iconic-midlife-with-roxy-manning Let’s Connect Social media: @theiconicmidlife (show) | @redcarpetroxy (host) • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theiconicmidlife

    16 Min.

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What if midlife isn’t a crisis… but your most powerful chapter yet? The Iconic Midlife is the unapologetic podcast for women 40 and over who are ready to own their next act with boldness, brains, and zero apologies. Hosted by longtime entertainment journalist and red carpet insider Roxy Manning, this weekly show challenges outdated narratives around aging—and delivers real, unfiltered conversations about reinvention, ambition, beauty, perimenopause, menopause, sex, money, wellness, friendship, and everything women were told to stop caring about after 40. Each Tuesday, Roxy sits down with celebrity guests, health experts, industry disruptors, thought leaders, and fearless midlife voices to talk about what it really means to age with power, pleasure, and purpose. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts or building your empire, The Iconic Midlife will make you feel bold, seen, and completely unbothered by anyone’s expectations but your own. Midlife isn’t invisible. It’s iconic. New episodes every Tuesday. Bonus game episodes drop on Thursdays. Follow the show now—and stay iconic. Social media: Show: @theiconicmidlife Host: @redcarpetroxy

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