Her Starring Role with Michele Lamoureux

Michele Lamoureux
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Welcome to the Her Starring Role podcast hosted by Michele Lamoureux. A show for women who are ready to become the star of their lives instead of living on the sidelines. Every week you'll hear inspiring interviews on: health, mental health, purpose, relationships, money, career, menopause, aging, spirituality, entrepreneurship, personal growth —with leading experts. The intention is to remind women what's possible in her life when she prioritizes herself and dreams in order to design a life that she loves on her terms. The show is listened to in 80 countries and every interview feels like you are sitting with a good friend over a cup of your favorite beverage. Michele is an Award-Winning Podcaster, Speaker, Author, and mom. For more info, visit the https://herstarringrole.com. This show was previously known as The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux. I'm so glad you are here! XO, Michele

  1. 2d ago

    Making Your Pipe Dream a Reality. Meet the CEO of Pipe Dream Cupcakes, Nadine Levin (re-play)

    Do you have a "pipe dream?"  Do you wonder if you have what it takes to make it a reality?  My guest today, Nadine Levin, is the Founder & CEO of Pipe Dream Cupcakes.  She was going through a life transition while working in Advertising for over 15 years.  In 2012 she decided that she could keep doing what she knew how to do well — as she was the number 1 salesperson for years in a row, or she could try to make her "pipe dream" a reality.  She chose her dream! RESOURCES MENTIONED Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love PipeDream Cupcakes.com IG – PipeDreamCupcakes   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  2. Aug 19

    Gloria Mark, PhD: What's Happened to Our Attention Span & How Can We Regain Focus? (rerun)

    Gloria Mark, PhD, is the author of "Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity". In this fascinating conversation, Gloria explains the science of attention and specific solutions for regaining focus with our personal technologies. You'll learn why the average attention span is now 47 seconds and why she believes it is important to make our wellbeing a priority. If you are looking for proven ways to get less distracted and live happier, this is a must-listen!   Check out our website for the show notes and join the newsletter to get a free copy of Michele's Book, Design a Life You Love, for a limited time.   What You'll Learn: 1️⃣ Whether attention span is a global issue and what she observed 2️⃣ How her research over nearly twenty years shows that "our attention spans are declining, averaging just 47 seconds on any screen." It used to be 2.5 minutes. 3️⃣ Some of the reasons we have diminishing attention span 4️⃣ The different attention types she discovered Multi-tasking which eats up our attentional resources When we are mentally exhausted we are more susceptible to distractions Technology isn't the only issue as 1/2 the time we self-interrupt, and much more.   LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST: Website: www.gloriamark.com Book: Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloriamark/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GloriaMark_PhD   GUEST BIO: Gloria Mark is Chancellor's Professor of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine. She received her PhD from Columbia University in psychology and studies the impact of digital media on people's lives: examining multitasking, interruptions, and emotions. She has published over 200 articles, and in 2017 was inducted into the ACM SIGCHI Academy which recognizes leaders in the field of human-computer interaction. She has presented her work at SXSW and the Aspen Ideas Festival, and her research has appeared in the popular media, e.g. New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Atlantic, the BBC, and many others. Her upcoming book Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity presents the science of attention plus solutions for regaining focus with our personal technologies.   RESOURCES: Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  3. Aug 12

    10 Little Things You Can Do To Recharge with Michele Lamoureux

    Hey beautiful stars I'm sharing a quote by my favorite poet that reminds us that magic is in the little things—and that joy is around us at all times, if we take the time to pay attention. I hope this solocast inspires you to take time to enjoy the little moments in your life. It's a great place to start if you are unsure how to unhook from the patterns that are keeping you stuck.   BUY: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran   RESOURCES MENTIONED Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  4. Aug 5

    Don't Sideline Your Health

    Hey beautiful stars just a reminder to prioritize your health in this 10-minute solocast with Michele Lamoureux.   RESOURCES MENTIONED Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  5. Jul 29

    What You Need to Know About Eye Health as You Age with Dr. Rudrani (Rani) Banik (rerun)

    Dr. Rani is one of two ophthalmologists in the country who is also certified in functional medicine. She is able to diagnose up to 200 conditions from your eyes – things like MS and diabetes, but also Lupus, and Lyme Disease. We discuss dry eyes, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and more. This is a fascinating conversation. If you want to learn how to care for your eyes as you age and what supplements and foods to prioritize, this is the episode for you. For example, did you know you should get an eye exam every year after the age of 40? Learn more now!    KEY TOPICS Why Eye Health Matters For Midlife Women (00:00) How Functional Medicine Applies To Eye Health And Root-Cause Vision Care (02:37) Eyes As A Window To Overall Health And Systemic Disease Detection (06:30) Hormones, Perimenopause/Menopause, And Women's Higher Risk For Eye Diseases (13:30) Dry Eye In Midlife Women: Symptoms, Gland Dysfunction, And Hormone Links (14:53) Contact Lenses, Dryness, And Infection-Safety Best Practices (18:00) Cataracts: Aging Lens Changes, When To Operate, And Premium IOL Options (25:12) Macular Degeneration: Genetics, Central Vision Loss, And Prevention With Lutein/Zeaxanthin (30:13) Nutrition And Lifestyle For Lifelong Vision: Antioxidants, Omega-3s, Gut Health, And Daily Habits (32:10)    RESOURCES Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love      GUEST RESOURCES Dr. Rani Banik's website: www.drranibanik.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mIi8P9tXSRXXwEdNX6aRw Book: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z Dr. Rani's Visionary Kitchen (Beyond Carrots) *The Her Starring Role with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  6. Jul 22

    Her Starring Role Update + A Bit of Encouragement For Whoever Needs To Hear It

    Hey Beautiful Star, the podcast cover art has officially been updated and you can now find my podcast by searching "Her Starring Role." If you weren't following the show I hope you'll take a second to hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen or watch the show. In this solocast, I just offer some words of encouragement for anyone who needs to hear it.   RESOURCES MENTIONED Link to the last week's interview on Perimenopause in case you missed it!   Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love   *The Her Starring Role with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  7. Jul 15

    Estrogen Interrupted: How to Thrive in Perimenopause with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su & Dr. Amy Voedisch

    In this episode, Michele sits down with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch, co-authors of Estrogen Interrupted: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving in Perimenopause, to unpack the often-overlooked realities of perimenopause.   They explain how the 2–10-year transition before menopause can trigger unpredictable hormonal changes that lead to hot flashes, brain fog, mood swings, sleep disruptions, anxiety, and other challenging symptoms, while discussing why so many women struggle to find informed healthcare providers.   The conversation explores the connection between perimenopause and mental health, the case for rebranding birth control, to manage symptoms and prevent pregnancy, what women should know about testosterone therapy—including its benefits, limitations, and permanent side effects—and where to find qualified menopause specialists. Packed with evidence-based insights and practical advice, this episode is essential listening for anyone seeking reliable information on perimenopause, menopause, hormone health, and women's wellness.   key topics: Welcome To Her Starring Role and this Perimenopause Deep Dive (00:07) Why Estrogen Interrupted Was Written (04:12) Mental Load, Dismissal, and Superwoman Expectations (06:37) We Believe Women and Medicine's Blind Spot (09:07) What Perimenopause Actually is (13:01) Why Perimenopause is Hard To Diagnose (17:10) Suicide Risk and The Perfect Storm Years (19:09) How to Find Quality Menopause Care (24:00) Birth Control Rebrand as Ovulation Suppression (29:12) Testosterone Truths and Dangers (46:18)   RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow on: APPLE PODCASTS Follow on: SPOTIFY PODCASTS Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips   GUEST INFORMATION Book: Estrogen, Interrupted: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving in Perimenopause Website: https://www.perimenopausedrs.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/ovary_active/ Where to find a provider: https://menopause.org/   If you enjoyed today's show, please share it with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player!   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

  8. Jul 8

    Who Told You That? Challenging the Labels That Define You with Michele Lamoureux

    In this solo episode, Michele Lamoureux dives into the world of labels — the words we use to define ourselves and others — and explores how they can both empower and limit us. Whether you've been labeled by society, a relationship, or your own inner critic, this episode unpacks the how our opinions of ourselves are formed, the impact of self-labeling, and how to reclaim your personal narrative on your own terms. If you've ever felt boxed in by a title, a role, or someone else's perception of who you are, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about the power of words and identity. Tune in to discover how to use labels as tools for growth and self-awareness rather than barriers to your true potential.    KEY TOPICS Introduction And Overview Of Labels (00:07) Examples Of Common Personal Labels And Their Power (01:30) Impact Of Labels From Parents, Teachers, And Others On Children (03:10) Reflection Exercise: Whiteboard Of Self Labels And Positive Identity (04:30) Michele's Personal Labels And Being Your Own Champion (06:00) Harmful External Labels: "Exotic," "Nihilist," And Misaligned Identities (09:35) The "Karen" Label And Using Names As Derogatory Terms (09:35) Emotional Impact On Real People Named Karen (11:30) Agency In Choosing, Reframing, And Reclaiming Labels (17:10) Closing: Invitation To Kindness, Self Acceptance, And Upcoming Episodes (26:36)   RESOURCES MENTIONED Join The Newsletter Subscribe on YouTube Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Book: Design a Life You Love   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

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Welcome to the Her Starring Role podcast hosted by Michele Lamoureux. A show for women who are ready to become the star of their lives instead of living on the sidelines. Every week you'll hear inspiring interviews on: health, mental health, purpose, relationships, money, career, menopause, aging, spirituality, entrepreneurship, personal growth —with leading experts. The intention is to remind women what's possible in her life when she prioritizes herself and dreams in order to design a life that she loves on her terms. The show is listened to in 80 countries and every interview feels like you are sitting with a good friend over a cup of your favorite beverage. Michele is an Award-Winning Podcaster, Speaker, Author, and mom. For more info, visit the https://herstarringrole.com. This show was previously known as The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux. I'm so glad you are here! XO, Michele

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