Girl! Can You Talk?

Christy and Ana
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Christy and Ana are lifelong best friends who are changing the narrative of the Modern Midlife Woman by inviting you into their real and sometimes shocking conversations that were once just between friends. They pepper in their personal and often vulnerable "MId-LIFE updates" with A-list guests spots that educate, inspire and support women who once felt it is all downhill after midlife. Check that "follow" button so you don't miss the weekly unfiltered conversations your friends will be talking about...hormones, relationships and unapologetically aging YOUR way in the ever changing "Instagram" World!

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep. 123 Midlife Fitness Isn’t the Same (Here’s What Actually Works Now) w/ Cat Reisen

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Something is happening to our bodies… and no one really prepared us for it. In this episode, we sit down with performance and lifestyle coach, certified menopause coach, and nutrition specialist Catherine Reisen to talk about what’s actually going on during perimenopause and menopause, and why what used to work suddenly doesn’t. From the most common struggles women come in with, to the symptoms they don’t even realize are hormone-related, Cat shares a more holistic, 360 approach that goes beyond just workouts. We also get into real client stories, from perimenopause to post-menopause, the “aha” moments that changed everything, and the shifts that helped them start feeling like themselves again. And one thing she wants every woman to remember? You’re not meant to do this alone. Connect with Cat at IG @coachedbycat and CoachedbyCat.com   Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    38 min

  2. APR 23

    Ep. 122 Wait…This Is Happening to You Too?” Perimenopause & Menopause Unfiltered

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Menopause is such a fun little season of life… right? After sharing a reel that clearly struck a nerve, we realized just how many women are quietly experiencing the same things and wondering, “is this just me?” Spoiler… it’s not. Whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or starting to notice subtle shifts, we’re saying it out loud… the funny, the dramatic, slightly unhinged moments that will have you thinking, “okay wait, this actually makes sense now.” Some of it is frustrating, some of it is funny, and some of it is frustratingly funny… and a lot of it makes you question yourself. But maybe the most important part? Realizing you’re not the only one. And yes, we start with the chewing.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    49 min

  3. APR 9

    Ep. 121 Dr. John Gray Part 2: What We Realized After the Cameras Stopped

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Last week’s conversation with Dr. John Gray opened something up for us… and the real impact didn’t hit until after we stopped recording. 💥 This episode is just us—no expert, no filter—talking through what came up in the days after. The a-ha moments, the conversations we kept having, and the ways this started showing up in real life in ways we didn’t expect. We’re unpacking what shifted as we sat with Venus Talks, Feeling Letters, and the idea of actually asking for help… and how those concepts landed once we had space to reflect. We talk about: What we realized a Venus Talk really is (and why “don’t fix it” hit differently after the fact)The internal resistance around asking for help—and what that brought up for usThe Feeling Letter we didn’t want to write… and what came up just thinking about itThat “why do I have to ask?” thought—and the perspective shift that softened itHow communication patterns connect to hormones, emotional cycles, and even our friendshipsThe moments that made us pause, laugh, cringe a little… and look at things differently💕 If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation and thought later… I could’ve shown up differently there, this is that kind of episode. We’re also sharing the four simple things we’re putting into motion this week—and inviting you to reflect and try them in your own way. Send this to a friend who would have this exact conversation with you, and come tell us what resonated—we read every message.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    44 min

  4. APR 2

    Ep. 120 Dr. John Gray on the Hidden Link Between Hormones & Relationships

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! What if feeling overwhelmed, impatient, or just… off… isn’t just your mood? What if it’s your body responding to how you’re being met in your relationship? In this episode, we welcome back relationship expert Dr. John Gray to talk about his latest book, “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus—For Women Only: Be Happy With or Without a Man”—and why his work feels more relevant than ever for midlife women. We dive into the connection between emotional stress and the “hormones of happiness” (like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and oxytocin), and how the way we communicate can support—or disrupt—balance in our bodies. We also talk about what vulnerability looks like for women today, how to express emotions without losing yourself, and why most of us were never taught how to communicate in a way that actually works. In this episode, we explore: Why feeling “off” may be physiological—not just emotionalHow relationship dynamics influence stress and hormone balanceWhat modern vulnerability really looks likeThe “Feeling Letter” for processing emotions without conflict“Venus Talks” to be heard without triggering defensivenessThe “5-Minute Ask” to reduce resentmentBalancing independence while still allowing supportThis conversation helps you understand yourself on a deeper level—so you can feel better, communicate better, and create relationships that actually support you. 👉 Learn more at marsvenus.com  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    1h 14m

  5. MAR 19

    Ep. 119 Spring Reset for Midlife Women: Less Chaos, More Calm

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Why does it feel like you’re craving a fresh start… but nothing is actually that wrong? Just a little off. A little cluttered. A little heavier than it should be. In this episode, we’re not talking about scrubbing baseboards—we’re talking about the kind of spring cleaning that actually changes how your life feels. Because for so many of us in midlife, it’s not one big thing… it’s the buildup of mental clutter, physical chaos, and overfilled schedules that slowly start to drain our energy. We get into the real reasons you might feel stuck, scattered, or unmotivated—and why it might have nothing to do with discipline, and everything to do with overload. We talk about: The mental clutter that keeps you spinning (and how to finally clear it)The physical spaces quietly affecting your mood, sleep, and confidenceThe habits, commitments, and relationships that may need an honest editWhy “doing more” isn’t the answer—and what actually works insteadWe also share the small, doable resets that made the biggest difference in our own lives—from clearing one space to shifting how we start our day—and why those tiny changes can create real momentum. This isn’t about reinventing yourself. It’s about small, consistent resets that start to make your life feel lighter—faster than any big overhaul ever could.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    40 min

  6. MAR 12

    Ep. 118 The Power of Labels: Do Words Shape Our Identity?

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU!  A moment with Ana’s grandson sparked a conversation that made us pause. When someone says you’re “the difficult one,” “the dramatic one,” or “a hot mess,” do those words start shaping how you see yourself? ▶️ In this episode, we explore the psychology behind labels and expectations, including the self-fulfilling prophecy, labeling theory, and the Pygmalion Effect. Why do certain words stick with us for years? And how can repeated messages from parents, partners, or authority figures quietly shape identity and behavior? 💕 For many midlife women, these stories can still influence confidence, relationships, and the way we move through the world. We also talk about the hopeful flip side: how focusing on behavior instead of identity and naming strengths can help bring out the best in people. 🤔 This conversation is thought-provoking, relatable, and might make you rethink the labels we give others… and ourselves.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    47 min

  7. MAR 5

    Ep. 117 A Real Woman’s Menopause Story: From “Crazy Train” to Relief with Our Friend Jeni

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Night sweats. Weight gain. No libido. Extreme dryness. Mood swings that make you feel like you’re losing your mind. If you’ve ever thought, Is this just aging… or is something actually happening to me? — that’s exactly why we’re sharing REAL women’s stories. The more we hear each other, the more we realize we’re not crazy and we’re not broken. In this honest conversation, our friend Jeni Noble walks us through her perimenopause and menopause journey, starting with the doctor’s appointment that changed everything. What was said? It will blow your mind! What she assumed would be simple turned into a confusing season of hormone shifts that left her feeling unlike herself and questioning her sanity. We talk about the emotional toll of midlife hormone changes — the hit to confidence, the strain on marriage and family — and the fear-based messaging around hormone replacement therapy that can make decisions feel overwhelming. Jeni shares what made her stop suffering in silence, start researching, and advocate for better care. The myths she uncovered. The conversations that mattered. And what finally helped her feel better. Most importantly, she tells us what relief looked like — and what it felt like to get herself back. If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause and wondering about your options, let this be your reminder: you are not broken, you are not dramatic, and you do not have to accept a lower quality of life. There is support. There are answers. And there is hope. Any question for Jeni? Connect with her on IG @jeninoble10   Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    43 min

  8. FEB 26

    Ep 116 Girl… We’re Doing Too Much: Saving Time, Energy, and Sanity in Midlife

    Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! Midlife tired isn’t dramatic. It’s mental load tired. The kind where your brain never shuts off. Schedules. Meals. Appointments. Work. Family logistics. The constant decision-making. The invisible tracking of everything and everyone. In this episode, we ask a real question: Why does life feel so complicated right now? Some of it is just this season of life. But some of it? We may be making harder than it needs to be. We’re talking about what’s actually worth simplifying, automating, or outsourcing in midlife — and what “convenience” might actually be costing you time, money, or energy. From decision fatigue and over-researching to household systems, grocery delivery, subscriptions, and the mental load no one sees, we share what’s helping and what might be quietly draining you. Because this isn’t just about productivity. It’s about protecting your energy, reducing stress, and letting good enough be enough. If you’re feeling bone-deep exhausted, overwhelmed by the mental load, or stuck in constant logistics mode… this one’s for you. link to Ana's miracle Vacuum/ Mop Robot Roborock  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink use discount code GIRLTALK and get 25% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here

    49 min
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Christy and Ana are lifelong best friends who are changing the narrative of the Modern Midlife Woman by inviting you into their real and sometimes shocking conversations that were once just between friends. They pepper in their personal and often vulnerable "MId-LIFE updates" with A-list guests spots that educate, inspire and support women who once felt it is all downhill after midlife. Check that "follow" button so you don't miss the weekly unfiltered conversations your friends will be talking about...hormones, relationships and unapologetically aging YOUR way in the ever changing "Instagram" World!

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  • Creator
    Christy and Ana
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    141
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Girl! Can You Talk?
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