Spicy Midlife Women: Real Talk, Raw Truth, and Bold Moves for Women Over 40

Jules and Michele: Midlife Mentors
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Spicy Midlife Women is the ultimate podcast for women over 40 who are rewriting the rules of midlife, breaking free from relationship drama, and leaving toxic patterns behind.  It’s all about embracing authenticity, building meaningful connections, and living unapologetically through candid conversations, hard-earned wisdom, and raw truth.  Hosted by Jules and Michele, two midlife women with real stories and no-BS advice, the Spicy MidLife Women Podcast will guide you in redefining relationships, breaking free from what's holding you back, and reclaiming your power—one episode at a time!  Prepare to get clear on what you really want in your relationships—whether it’s romance, family, or friendships, let go of past baggage and open yourself up to the possibility of fresh, exciting connections.  You’ll also gain the wisdom and confidence to approach dating and relationships with confidence and zero judgment, and feel empowered to ditch outdated expectations, creating a life that truly feels good on your own terms.  Plus, find a supportive sisterhood along the way—because you don’t have to do this alone!

  1. 4D AGO

    39. Redefining Relationships in Midlife

    Send a text Are you tired of being the "Peacekeeper" or the "Fixer" for everyone in your life? In Episode 39, Julee and Michele come to you from the Emerald City with a "no BS" guide to redefining relationships in midlife. We discuss: Romance Reality Check: Why tolerance and playfulness replace the hormonal "butterflies" of our youth.The "Let Them" Theory: How to stop letting family drama steal your peace.Role Reversals: Navigating the shift to being the Matriarch with aging parents.The Strike: Michele shares her story of stopping all domestic duties to prove a point.Communication Wins: A text message so good, Julee thought it was AI.Launch Alert: The Spicy Collective Community is coming soon! Stay tuned for updates on when you can join the tribe. Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spicy_midlife_women Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spicy_midlife_women Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1KU6N5SdMH/ Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    29 min

  2. FEB 4

    38. Five Signs You’re Truly Fulfilled In Midlife

    Send us a text Are you chasing shiny objects or finally feeling grounded? In this episode, Julee and Michele come to you from the Emerald City to discuss the 5 Signs You’re Being Fulfilled in Midlife. Life can be messy (literally—we talk about our own "hoarder" moments!), but that doesn’t mean you aren't winning. We’re diving deep into: Rooted vs. Restless: Moving from constant climbing to trusting your pace.Boundaries: Why "No" is a complete sentence and why we need to stop apologizing for it.JOMO vs. FOMO: Embracing the Joy of Missing Out and saying yes to the nap.Relationship Audits: Investing in people who bring clarity, not drama.Alignment: Living by your values, not old obligations.🔥 COMING SOON: The Spicy Midlife Membership Community launches March 1st! Keep your ears open for details. Connect with us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spicy_midlife_womenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/spicy_midlife_womenWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/share/1KU6N5SdMH/Stay Spicy! Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    23 min

  3. FEB 1

    37. You Deserve To Feel Wanted, Even When Life Gets Lifey

    Send us a text We unpack the gap between being needed and being genuinely desired, especially in midlife when routines, stress, and body changes can mute intimacy. We share scripts, tiny gestures, and a story about rejection that turned into a lesson on timing, expectations, and self-trust. • difference between need and desire in long-term relationships • how midlife changes and fatigue affect intimacy • generational silence around women naming wants • why vulnerability feels risky and how to handle rejection • practical micro-cues to spark desire without pressure • clear language for asking for what you want • building desire from within before seeking validation • resetting expectations and using humor to repair Find us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Please go ahead and hit that subscribe button. We would love to have you in our spicy community, launching soon—an online space for midlife women to share ideas and get into the nitty-gritty of being spicy in midlife. Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    29 min

  4. JAN 26

    36. Dismantling Outdated Intimacy

    Send us a text We challenge the narrow idea that intimacy equals sex and show how connection grows through attention, honesty, and everyday touch. From midlife body confidence to evolving desire and nonverbal signals, we share practical ways to build closeness with partners, kids, and self. • dismantling myths that equate intimacy with sex • nonverbal cues such as eye contact and touch • intimacy across relationships beyond romance • midlife body image and personal agency • how desire evolves in long‑term bonds • learning what you want through curiosity • small weekly dares to practice closeness Check us out on all the socials — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok — and take a little visit over to YouTube as well; listen to us there, and if you take the time to do that, you might as well press the button and subscribe Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    25 min

  5. JAN 19

    35. Who Benefits When You Stay The Same?

    Send us a text We challenge the comfort of staying the same and ask who benefits when a midlife woman stops evolving. We unpack resentment, boundaries, and the myth of the midlife crisis while sharing prompts to start honest, sustainable change. • change, growth and evolution as distinct yet related choices • costs of staying the same including resentment and mental fatigue • the “I’m fine” script and the invisible woman effect • boundaries as clarity rather than conflict • letting partners and friends adjust to your growth • small experiments to act on curiosity and desire • reflection prompts to identify rewards for sameness • a sobriety story that reframes loyalty vs self-abandonment • growth as an act of self-respect, not betrayal Check us out on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. And if you would please take a little trip over on YouTube, see the spicy midlife women there, and hit that subscribe button Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    28 min

  6. JAN 12

    34. Breaking Up With Relationship Expectations

    Send us a text We unpack how expectations quietly drain romance, family, friendships, and work while showing a simple shift to standards that returns clarity and calm. Stories, scripts, and a no-expectations holiday invite model how to set boundaries without guilt and trust what you’ve taught your kids. • defining expectations versus standards • identifying other people’s asks versus self-imposed pressure • communicating needs without mind-reading • romantic roles, planning fatigue, and emotional labor • misaligned dating paces and opting out with grace • friendship rhythms that don’t breed resentment • family expectations across generations • trusting your adult kids and releasing control • when work expectations are justified and why • a practical “no-expectations” gathering playbook By the way, if you haven’t checked us out on the socials, you should probably do that. We are on all of them Instagram, Facebook, and we are over there on TikTok. And if you subscribed over on YouTube, that would be and we won’t be resentful if you don’t. But we would love it if you did. Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    26 min

  7. JAN 5

    33. Midlife Identity Audit

    Send us a text We explore how to run a midlife identity audit with humor and heart, swapping rigid resolutions for reflection, redirection, and intention. We share signs your roles need a reset, simple tools to loosen what drains you, and ways to lean into strengths without apology. • ditching resolutions for reflection and redirection • choosing a guiding word for the year • closet metaphor for identity and joy • redefining strength and releasing control • signs of misfit roles like resentment and autopilot • saying no without guilt and avoiding martyr mode • journaling weekly to track patterns and energy • leaning into values, strengths, and what feels alive • making subtle changes that respect relationships • a simple audit: feel most yourself, what drains, what to loosen Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please subscribe on YouTube Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

    31 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    32. Rebuilding "You" After A Breakup

    Send us a text We unpack how long relationships can blur identity and why midlife is a powerful time to reclaim your voice. We share tools for boundaries, routines, and standards so you heal well, date wiser, and protect your future self without hardening your heart. • choosing yourself to prevent identity loss • red flags from chronic silence and shutdown • survival mode logistics and daily anchors • standards versus expectations in dating • discovering rather than rediscovering authenticity • time, grace, and routines for reinvention • owning your part to break old patterns • playful acts of reclaiming joy • using a one-word focus for the new year If you uh haven't checked us out on the socials, please feel free to do that. We have a a lot of fun over on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. And if you haven't checked us out on YouTube, please go do that and subscribe. We would love to have you subscribe to us over there on YouTube. We unpack how long relationships can blur identity and why midlife is a powerful time to reclaim your voice. We share tools for boundaries, routines, and standards so you heal well, date wiser, and protect your future self without hardening your heart. • choosing yourself to prevent identity loss • red flags from chronic silence and shutdown • survival mode logistics and daily anchors • standards versus expectations in dating • discovering rather than rediscovering authenticity • time, grace, and routines for reinvention • owning your part to break old patterns • playful acts of reclaiming joy • using a one-word focus for the new year If you uh haven't checked us out on the socials, please feel free to do that. We have a a lot of fun over on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. And if you haven't checked us out on YouTube, please go do that and subscribe. We would love to have you subscribe to us over there on YouTube. Are you ready to take your "spiciness" to the next level?! Connect with Julee & Michele on Instagram @spicy_midlife_women and send a DM about what resonated most during this episode so they can encourage you with steps forward in your own life.

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Spicy Midlife Women is the ultimate podcast for women over 40 who are rewriting the rules of midlife, breaking free from relationship drama, and leaving toxic patterns behind.  It’s all about embracing authenticity, building meaningful connections, and living unapologetically through candid conversations, hard-earned wisdom, and raw truth.  Hosted by Jules and Michele, two midlife women with real stories and no-BS advice, the Spicy MidLife Women Podcast will guide you in redefining relationships, breaking free from what's holding you back, and reclaiming your power—one episode at a time!  Prepare to get clear on what you really want in your relationships—whether it’s romance, family, or friendships, let go of past baggage and open yourself up to the possibility of fresh, exciting connections.  You’ll also gain the wisdom and confidence to approach dating and relationships with confidence and zero judgment, and feel empowered to ditch outdated expectations, creating a life that truly feels good on your own terms.  Plus, find a supportive sisterhood along the way—because you don’t have to do this alone!

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