Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey

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Welcome to Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey—the ultimate late-night audio sanctuary for women navigating the beautiful, messy, and complicated reality of midlife.Hosted by Carlene Humphrey, this podcast cuts through the noise to tackle the real issues nobody else wants to talk about: handling relationship conflict, healing generational trauma, navigating perimenopause, overcoming marriage burnout, and building unbreakable female friendships.If you are trying to balance the mental load of motherhood, looking for midlife dating advice, or learning how to set boundaries without guilt, you’ve found your community. No filters. No judgment. Just raw, honest, and relatable conversations designed to help you protect your peace, heal your inner child, and step into your personal power.✨ New episodes drop weekly. Connect with Carlene on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook: @diivaontheradio

  1. Season 4, Episode 45 Trailer

    The Best of Diva Tonight: Redefining Midlife, Boundaries, and Motherhood

    Welcome to a special curation of the top highlights and ultimate wisdom from the Best of Diva Tonight! In this mega-collaboration episode, Carlene Humphrey brings together the most impactful voices, unmissable moments, and powerful revelations shared on the show to help you level up your life, reclaim your peace, and step into your truest power. In this "Best Of" compilation, you’ll hear: Breaking the Gilded Cage: Executive Coach Keren Eldad shares why a "midlife crisis" is actually a beautiful opportunity to shed an old identity, smash negative self-talk, and cultivate a community that matches your manifestation goals.Episode with Keren Eldad  Relationships, Divorce and Love with Coach Keren Eldad" Holistic Health in Your 40s: Digital health innovator Amita Sharma opens up about navigating perimenopause in silence and how she is shifting the narrative to offer affordable, nature-driven self-care programs for women worldwide.Preparing for Perimenopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Amita SharmaThe Curb-Cut Effect & Boundaries: Dr. Shelley Holt breaks down how solving problems for the most vulnerable communities creates a better world for everyone, alongside a powerful exploration of letting go of "FOMO" and setting unapologetic boundaries in relationships. from the episode Archives — Black Excellence in Family Organization (Dr. Shelly Jones Holt)" The Raw Truth of Motherhood: Marie and Nicole compare their contrasting experiences with birth—from navigating postpartum preeclampsia and systemic challenges to the beauty and reality of a home birth. from the popular "Beyond the Mom Label" episodeDefying Aging Misconceptions: A deep dive into smashing societal and familial pressures of being single in your 40s, complete with real statistics that prove your prime is exactly when you decide it is. Faith, Fortitude, and Financial Wisdom at 40 (Kimone Clunis)" Turn it up for some ultimate late-night audio sanctuary and glamour for your ears! 🔗 Guest Links & Resources: Keren Eldad: Learn more at KerenEldad.comDr. Shelley Holt: Explore her work at Family Legacy 5Amita Sharma: Check out the wellness platform at NourishDoc✨ Connect with Diva Tonight: Website: divatonight.buzzsprout.comInstagram: @diivaontheradioTikTok: @diivaontheradioFacebook: @DiivaontheradioIf you loved this trip down memory lane, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  2. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    Reflections at 40: Navigating Life, Parenthood, and Technological Change

    What if turning 40 wasn't just a milestone, but a profound moment of reflection on life's journey? Join me, Carlene, and our guest Ashley Newport, editor for INSAUGA, as we unravel the complex tapestry of emotions that accompany this significant age. We share our stories, discussing the intricate balance between caring for young children and aging parents, alongside the heightened awareness of health that marks this stage of life. Together, we paint a candid picture of how the paths we've chosen in family and career shape our perspectives on aging and the cultural perceptions that come with it. As the conversation unfolds, we delve into the seismic shifts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring how personal events like loss and new beginnings have redefined our lives. We recount the challenges of navigating a world turned upside down, reflecting on shifting family dynamics, career changes, and the resilience needed to forge ahead. Through personal anecdotes, we contemplate the lasting societal impact of the pandemic, acknowledging the trauma and upheaval it has left in its wake.  We also take a fascinating journey through the landscape of technological advancements that have shaped our generation, considering the role of media influence and the internet in our lives. From the rise of social media echo chambers to the transformation of employment and information access, we discuss the double-edged nature of technology. Join us as we explore these themes and more, enriched by Ashley's insightful contributions and our shared reflections on aging, parenthood, and life's transitions.  Let's connect and keep the conversation going on Instagram @diivaontheradio Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  3. Oct 21

    From the Archives: Perimenopause and hormonal Health with Dr. Regina

    If you’ve ever been told to “just deal with it” when your periods are brutal or your energy disappears in your 40s, this conversation is for you. I’m Carlene Humphrey, and I’m joined by Dr. Ann-Marie Regina, a Toronto-area naturopathic doctor and Menopause Society certified practitioner, to get honest about what perimenopause and menopause can really look like and what you can do before things spiral. We break down the difference between normal cramps and severe period pain that signals something deeper, including endometriosis and fibroids. Dr. Regina explains why perimenopause can feel like a “zone of chaos” with irregular cycles and shifting symptoms, and why a proper assessment matters. We also talk about overlapping conditions like PCOS, plus how personal history, family history, thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, and past treatments can affect when symptoms show up. Then we go practical. We connect heavy menstrual bleeding to iron deficiency and anemia, and we make lab terms like ferritin and hemoglobin finally make sense. Dr. Regina shares evidence-informed supports many women ask about, including vitamin D3, hydration, and creatine monohydrate for energy, mood, and brain fog. We also discuss hormone therapy, including why it should be on the table after surgical menopause from a full hysterectomy, and how patient-centered decision-making weighs risks and benefits. If you want clearer answers, better questions to ask your provider, and reliable menopause resources like menopause.org, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  4. Oct 14

    From the Archives: Hormonal Balance: The Key to Women's Health at 40 and Beyond Dr. Amy Beckley

    Turning 40 can bring changes in your body that nobody warned you about. In this archive episode, Carlene sits down with scientist and founder Amy Beckley, creator of the at-home hormone testing platform Proov, to talk about what’s happening with your hormones and why more women need to know about it. Amy shares her own story: a childhood brain tumor that was caught only because her mother refused to stop seeking answers, then a diagnosis of “unexplained infertility” and a $40,000 round of IVF. Years later she discovered her real issue was low progesterone, which led to a much less expensive second pregnancy and the mission behind her company. In this conversation, you’ll hear: Why progesterone, the “miracle hormone” for mood, sleep, and balance, is so rarely discussed How hormone decline can begin in the late 30s, and why you don’t have to wait for menopause to take it seriously What perimenopause symptoms like night sweats, brain fog, anxiety, and 3 a.m. wake-ups can have in common Why PCOS and endometriosis often take about 10 years to diagnose Why healthcare often feels like “disease care” rather than prevention, and what it means to focus on health span, not just lifespan How Amy launched Proov with a $40,000 crowdfunding campaign and Amazon sales before raising venture funding Why finding a provider who listens, and a supportive community, makes such a difference Carlene also opens up about her own health scare, and the two discuss why advocating for yourself is so important. Resources Proov: proovtest.com Instagram: @proovtest (fertility) and @proovperi (perimenopause) Proov also runs Facebook communities for perimenopause and fertility This episode is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Talk with your healthcare provider about your own health. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  5. Oct 7

    From the Archives: How Speaking Up About Mental Health Changed Our Lives

    A lot of us don’t realize we’re depressed until someone gives us the words. That’s where our conversation with author and educator Cathelina Duvert begins—at the moment a lifelong “low” gets named, and a path forward takes shape. We trace her journey from silent suffering to open storytelling, and the five daily anchors that keep her steady: writing, exercise, meditation, affirmations, and a dose of motivational fuel when willpower runs thin. Cathelina shares how a tight sister-and-cousin circle became her lifeline—spotting spirals, swapping guided meditations, and keeping each other moving. We talk about therapy as disciplined self-knowledge, not a quick fix, and how grace matters on the days when none of the habits happen. Her creative life mirrors that patience: The Box, her self-published novel decades in the making, follows Mia through depression, complicated family bonds, and the small, human lifts that bring her back to herself. Readers can find themselves across multiple characters, a reminder that everyone carries something and that compassion changes the room. We pull back the curtain on the craft too—hiring an editor, resisting the rush, and choosing meaning before metrics—plus what’s next: a twin-centered thriller and work exploring Haitian American identity. Along the way we trade practical tools for low days, from ten-minute walks and simple journaling to mindfulness that quiets the noise long enough to hear the truth underneath. If you’ve felt stuck in “just okay,” this conversation offers language, steps, and hope. Stream The Box in print, ebook, or audio, share this episode with a friend who needs it, and tell us which habit helps you most. If the show resonates, follow, rate, and leave a quick review—it helps more people find a path out of the dark. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  6. Sep 30

    From the Archives: How Dance Helped Me Reclaim My Body And Mind After Chemo

    This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Don't delay seeking care from a health professional for any medical condition. If you're having a medical emergency, call 911. We talk with Jenny C. Cohen about dancing through chemotherapy, rebuilding safety in the body, and the tools midlife women need to protect their hormones, bones, and boundaries. This candid conversation covers survivorship, gaps in the care system, and movement as medicine. In this episode: Discovering belly dance and fusion as a grounding practicePerforming through chemo and understanding energy exchangePosture, neutral pelvis, and safer technique for adult dancersElitism in dance, and widening access through online teachingThe book and podcast born out of lockdown survivorshipChemo, early menopause, and osteoporosis riskGaps in medical systems, cost, and caregiver burnoutBioidentical HRT, lab testing, and informed choicesMen's health, testosterone, and recoveryHeartMath, the three-body brains, and listening to the body's signalsBuilding a self-care checklist: hydration, vitamin D, DHEAThe adult membership offering dance, tai chi, and myofascial releasePractical steps women 40+ can take now to protect their healthFollow us on Instagram at @DivaOnTheRadio and TikTok at @DivaOnTheRadio for more clips and conversations you'll love. Want to share your thoughts or send us a message? Text us anytime at divatonight.buzzsprout.com. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  7. Sep 23

    From the Archives: Life After 40: Single, Thriving, and Unapologetic

    Originally aired this episode in July, 2025. I hope you enjoy this conversation and learn something new about yourself and the person you want to be at 40.  We explore the liberating experience of being a woman in your 40s with Jennifer Kowalyshen, discussing everything from the freedom of singlehood to late-diagnosed ADHD and challenging societal expectations. • Finding freedom from caring about others' opinions after turning 40 • Choosing a child-free life and being confident in that decision • Discovering and managing ADHD as an adult and being gentler with yourself • Enjoying single life and learning to do things independently • Challenging traditional expectations about marriage and relationships • The benefits of singlehood for women's happiness and life satisfaction • Learning to present your authentic self in relationships • Finding clarity about career and life goals later in life Follow me on Instagram at diva_tonight and find my guest Jen Kay at XJPotion on Twitter. Tune into Jen's weekly radio show on 92.9 the Grand and 88.5 the Lake on Sunday nights from 8 to midnight. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

  8. Sep 16

    From the Archives--The Power of No: Mastering Workplace Boundaries

    Work boundaries sound simple until you’re the one biting your tongue in a tense meeting, taking on extra tasks “just for now,” and realizing you’re doing two jobs while trying not to look difficult. We get real about that pressure and why so many women default to people pleasing at work even when it costs us time, energy, and confidence. I’m joined by attorney Cara Tuttle, who works in higher education compliance and sexual harassment prevention, to break down what boundary setting at work looks like in real life. We talk about power dynamics with supervisors, why “you can talk to me about anything” can be misleading, and how to communicate early so problems don’t explode at the probation review. Cara shares how to manage up with better timing, lead with the ask, and use empathy mapping to frame conversations in a way that actually persuades decision-makers. We also dig into the difference between passive, passive-aggressive, aggressive, and assertive communication, plus how to build assertiveness like a muscle with low-stakes practice. If you want practical workplace boundaries, clearer communication, less burnout, and more confidence going after promotions and fair treatment, this one gives you a strong starting point. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review with the boundary you’re working on next. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Connect with Diva Tonight Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend. Stay connected with the show across all official platforms: 📷 Instagram: @diivaontheradio – Behind-the-scenes content and daily updates.👥 Facebook: @Diivaontheradio – Join our community and share your thoughts on this episode.🎵 TikTok: @diivaontheradio – Catch the best short-form video highlights.🐦 Twitter/X: @DivaontheRadio – Live-tweeting and trending conversations.📺 YouTube: @diivaontheradio – Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips....

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Welcome to Diva Tonight with Carlene Humphrey—the ultimate late-night audio sanctuary for women navigating the beautiful, messy, and complicated reality of midlife.Hosted by Carlene Humphrey, this podcast cuts through the noise to tackle the real issues nobody else wants to talk about: handling relationship conflict, healing generational trauma, navigating perimenopause, overcoming marriage burnout, and building unbreakable female friendships.If you are trying to balance the mental load of motherhood, looking for midlife dating advice, or learning how to set boundaries without guilt, you’ve found your community. No filters. No judgment. Just raw, honest, and relatable conversations designed to help you protect your peace, heal your inner child, and step into your personal power.✨ New episodes drop weekly. Connect with Carlene on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook: @diivaontheradio

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