Menopause Love Lounge

Andrea Knoche
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Menopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Menopause and the Rise of Living Apart Together | Ep 10

    12/03/2025

    Menopause and the Rise of Living Apart Together | Ep 10

    Why are so many women in midlife saying yes to love — but pausing when it comes to marriage? In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, we talk about the rise of Living Apart Together (LAT) — committed relationships that don’t involve sharing a home, merging everything, or following the usual rules. From empty nesters to newly divorced women, many of us are rethinking what partnership should look like in midlife — especially as menopause, independence, blended families, and lived experience change what we actually want. In this conversation, we explore: What Living Apart Together really meansWhy menopause and midlife shift how women think about commitmentThe practical realities that complicate marriage now (kids, money, caregiving, space)The fear underneath “I don’t want to be a nurse or a purse”When LAT feels like thoughtful design — and when it feels like protectionWhy clarity often comes inside a relationship, not before itOur game: Caring, Commitment, or Cop-Out? This isn’t about right or wrong choices. It’s about finding ways to love that feel honest, sustainable, and true to who you are now. Welcome to the Lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  2. Midlife Sex & Menopause: When Your Old Turn-Ons Stop Working | Ep 9

    11/26/2025

    Midlife Sex & Menopause: When Your Old Turn-Ons Stop Working | Ep 9

    At some point in midlife, sex stops responding the way it used to. What once felt automatic now feels muted, unpredictable, or completely offline — and that shift can be confusing, frustrating, and emotionally loaded. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women talk honestly (with humor and precision) about midlife sex and menopause, and what happens when desire, arousal, and turn-ons change. We explore the physical realities, emotional context, and nervous system factors that shape intimacy in this season — without pretending it’s simple or universally empowering. We talk about: Midlife sex, menopause, and why sexual response changesWhen familiar turn-ons stop working — and what that disruptsLibido loss, desire mismatch, and arousal differencesPain, dryness, discomfort, and the ripple effects on intimacyStress, exhaustion, resentment, and nervous system overloadThe pressure to want sex — and the cost of pushing past ambivalenceHow intimacy shifts when the body asks for different conditions This conversation doesn’t rush to reassurance or solutions. It stays with the complexity — the grief, the relief, the anger, the curiosity — and makes room for honest reflection about what intimacy means now, not what it used to mean. If sex feels different, distant, or harder to access than before, this episode offers language for what’s happening — and permission to stop pretending it’s neutral or easy. Welcome to the lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.    Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  3. Menopause & Modern Love: Dating Again, Staying Married, or Opting Out | Ep 8

    11/19/2025

    Menopause & Modern Love: Dating Again, Staying Married, or Opting Out | Ep 8

    Menopause is not killing the vibe. It is helping us choose better, love deeper, and date with more confidence than ever. Some of us are dating again. Some are redefining love inside long marriages. And some have decided they’d rather sleep diagonally across the whole damn bed. Menopause changes everything — our hormones, our confidence, our desires. But it also gives us permission to rewrite the rules. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to find, keep, or completely re imagine love in midlife — from dating apps and second chances to long-term intimacy that still sparks. In this episode... How can embracing "healthy selfishness" transform your dating life after 50?What are the benefits of non-traditional relationships, like living apart together, for women over 50?Why is it important to manage your energy and mindset when engaging in online dating?And so much more... Comment here/ Email Us or DM Us!! Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  4. Perimenopause: The Truth Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You | Ep 7

    11/12/2025

    Perimenopause: The Truth Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You | Ep 7

    If you’ve been told you’re “too young,” “just stressed,” or “fine on paper”… welcome to perimenopause. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women pull back the curtain on perimenopause—the long, confusing, often-dismissed phase before menopause that explains so many of the symptoms women are quietly struggling with. This is the stuff most of us weren’t warned about. Not because it’s rare—but because it’s poorly explained, under-taught, and frequently brushed off. We talk about: Perimenopause symptoms that don’t get taken seriouslyAnxiety, mood swings, irritability, and emotional whiplashInsomnia, night sweats, and the dreaded 3 a.m. wake-upBrain fog, memory lapses, and “why can’t I think?” momentsWeight changes, hot flashes, and feeling unfamiliar in your own bodyWhy women are often misdiagnosed—or told it’s “just stress”How long perimenopause can actually last (spoiler: longer than you think) We also talk honestly about what helps—and what doesn’t—without turning this into a medical lecture or a panic spiral. This episode isn’t about scaring you or telling you what to do. It’s about connecting the dots, trusting what you’re feeling, and realizing you’re not broken—you’re in a phase no one properly explained. If you’ve been thinking, “Something is off, but no one is listening,” this conversation is for you. Welcome to the lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  5. Menopause Wellness Burnout: Tired of Chasing the Fix | Ep 6

    11/05/2025

    Menopause Wellness Burnout: Tired of Chasing the Fix | Ep 6

    Is it just us… or did self-care quietly turn into a second job? Somewhere between supplements, tracking apps, red-light masks, and “perfect” morning routines, midlife wellness started to feel exhausting. Especially during menopause, when you’re already tired and suddenly everyone has a new thing you should be doing. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women laugh, vent, and tell the truth about menopause wellness, midlife self-care, and the moment you realize your health routine might be stressing you out more than it’s helping. We talk about: The wellness hamster wheel (when self-care becomes a color-coded to-do list)Menopause burnout and the pressure to constantly “optimize”Supplements, biohacks, routines, and why none of it ever feels like enoughThe trillion-dollar wellness industry and its sneaky guilt tripsHow to tell the difference between actual support and self-punishment in cute packaging We end with our favorite rapid-fire game: Self-Care or Self-Punishment?—where we ask the only question that matters: Does this actually feel good… or am I just trying to be a “good” midlife woman? No fixing. No shaming. No “if you’d just try harder.” Just honest conversation, shared eye-rolls, and permission to stop doing things that make you miserable in the name of wellness. Welcome to the lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  6. Menopause Symptoms Are Real: Painful P***y, Brain Fog, Hot Flashes |Ep 5

    10/29/2025

    Menopause Symptoms Are Real: Painful P***y, Brain Fog, Hot Flashes |Ep 5

    Let’s get real, menopause isn’t just hot flashes. It’s painful sex, brain fog that makes you question your sanity, and sweat-soaked nights that wreck your mornings. Welcome to Menopause Love Lounge, where hot flashes meet hot takes. In this episode, host Andrea Knoche and her unfiltered crew rip the lid off menopause myths — from brain fog and mood swings to dry spells and the shocking link between painful sex and pleasure rediscovery. 💥 We’re talking orgasms, laughter, and liberation — because this stage of life isn’t the end of desire, it’s the rebirth of it. Andrea and her guests spill the tea on how celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow, Amy Schumer, and others are owning their midlife shifts and flipping the narrative from “silent struggle” to “sexy reinvention.” If you’ve ever laughed mid–hot flash or wondered if you’re losing your mind — this one’s for you. Tune in for raw honesty, midlife realness, and the kind of laughter that feels like therapy. What we're talking about... What are the most surprising and unexpected symptoms of menopause that women experience?How can laughter and orgasms actually help reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes?What are some real-life stories from celebrities about their menopause journey, and what can we learn from them?And so much more... VFIT - https://joylux.com/pages/vfit-gold-plus-upgraded-device?irgwc=1&afsrc=1 Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  7. Menopause, Men, and Emotional Labor: Why Relationships Feel So Hard Right Now | Ep 4

    10/22/2025

    Menopause, Men, and Emotional Labor: Why Relationships Feel So Hard Right Now | Ep 4

    🔥 Men, welcome to menopause...it’s time to understand the chaos. Menopause doesn’t just change your hormones — it changes how much you can carry. And for many women, that shift shows up most clearly in relationships with men. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women talk honestly about men and menopause — partners, husbands, exes, dating, sons, and coworkers — and the emotional labor women are still expected to manage while navigating exhaustion, brain fog, changes in libido, and thinning patience. We talk about: Why relationships feel harder during menopause, especially with menEmotional labor, resentment, and the growing gap in understandingMenopause: anger, irritability, and reduced tolerance for explaining yourselfSex, desire shifts, and intimacy misunderstandingsBrain fog, fatigue, and why women are so depletedWhat helps relationships adapt — and what quietly breaks them This isn’t about blaming men or asking women to try harder. It’s about naming what’s real, bringing men into the conversation, and exploring how relationships can evolve instead of collapsing under misunderstanding. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have the energy to explain this again,” this episode will feel painfully familiar. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  8. Menopause Anger & People-Pleasing: Why You’re Done Holding It In | Ep 3

    10/15/2025

    Menopause Anger & People-Pleasing: Why You’re Done Holding It In | Ep 3

    At some point in midlife, being “nice” stops working. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women talk honestly about menopause anger and the quiet (and sometimes explosive) collapse of people-pleasing. Not the rage you can explain away—but the kind that shows up when your body is done absorbing discomfort, self-silencing, and emotional labor. We explore why menopause often brings a surge of anger, bluntness, impatience, and truth-telling—and why that doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. It may mean something essential is finally surfacing. We talk about: Menopause anger, and sudden irritabilityWhy people-pleasing becomes intolerable in midlifeThe exhaustion of emotional labor and being “the nice one”Hormones, nervous system overload, and suppressed resentmentGuilt around saying no, speaking up, or disappointing othersThe fear of being “too much,” “too harsh,” or “not who I used to be.”How anger can be information—not a problem to fixWhat happens to relationships when you stop editing yourself This episode isn’t about becoming mean or burning your life down. It’s about understanding why your tolerance is gone, why your voice feels sharper, and why holding it all in is no longer an option. If you’ve been wondering “Why am I so angry lately?” or “Why can’t I keep people-pleasing like I used to?”—this conversation will help you feel seen, grounded, and far less alone. Welcome to the lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  9. Menopause Libido Loss: When You Just Don’t Want Sex Anymore | Ep 2

    10/08/2025

    Menopause Libido Loss: When You Just Don’t Want Sex Anymore | Ep 2

    Libido in menopause isn’t one thing... It disappears. It flares. It goes quiet. It comes back louder than ever. And sometimes it makes absolutely no sense. In this episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women get radically honest about menopause libido loss, low desire, fluctuating arousal, and the emotional, relational, and hormonal layers underneath it all. From complete disinterest in sex to being hornier than ever, we talk about what’s actually happening in midlife bodies—without shame, fixing, or pretending there’s one right way to want sex. We talk about: Menopause, libido loss and genuine disinterest in sexWhen sex feels irrelevant, exhausting, or emotionally loadedPainful sex, vaginal dryness, and “razor blades” sensationsHormones, HRT, testosterone, and non-hormonal approachesNervous system depletion, trauma history, and emotional fatigueDesire vs. connection vs. obligation in long-term relationshipsOrgasms, vibrators, toys, erotica, porn, and telling the truth about pleasureShame around not orgasming with a partnerWhy feeling seen matters more than sex for many womenHow safety, rest, and emotional resourcing impact desireWhy menopause is sometimes called a “second spring”—and why it often doesn’t feel like one This episode isn’t about convincing you to want sex—or resigning yourself to never wanting it again. It’s about naming the full spectrum of midlife sexuality and letting your experience be valid, complex, and allowed to change. If your libido feels gone, confusing, inconsistent, or totally different than it used to be—you’re not broken. You’re not alone. And you’re definitely not the only one. Welcome to the lounge. And so much more.... Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.   Erotic Blueprint: https://theblueprintbreakthrough.com/ Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  10. Menopause Weight Gain & Belly Fat “Who Is That in the Mirror?" | Ep 1

    10/01/2025

    Menopause Weight Gain & Belly Fat “Who Is That in the Mirror?" | Ep 1

    Menopause weight gain often shows up first in the belly — but it rarely stops there. Your face looks different. Your arms feel softer. Your neck, skin, hips, thighs… suddenly your body doesn’t move or feel or look the way it used to. And one day you catch your reflection and think, Who is that? In this first episode of Menopause Love Lounge, six women in midlife talk honestly about menopause weight gain, belly fat, and the full-body changes no one prepared us for — from face and neck changes to arms, thighs, and weight redistribution — and the emotional impact of watching your body evolve in real time. We talk about: Menopause weight gain & belly fat — and why it hits confidence so hardThe mirror moment when your face, arms, skin, and shape feel unfamiliarAging identity and the grief no one namesThe complicated relationship with Botox, fillers, gray hair, and “doing nothing.”How comparison, culture, and beauty standards get inside your headHot Flash Confessions — the funny, vulnerable, sometimes unhinged things we do trying to feel okay in our bodiesThis isn’t about fixing your body. It’s about feeling seen in the whole experience — and remembering that you’re not broken, you’re changing. Welcome to the lounge. Menopause Love Lounge dives into menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue, hot flashes, and night sweats—and how they intertwine with love, intimacy, identity, midlife relationships, dating, marriage, divorce, libido, and emotional wellness, helping women navigate midlife with confidence, connection, and pleasure.    Where to find the ladies... IG/TT: @menopauselovelounge Email: theladies@menopauselovelounge.com Andrea Knoche IG: @from.mrs.2.ms Tiktok: @from.mrs.2.ms Ozzie Osborne IG: @IamOzzieOsborne Karen Viesta IG @wellegantwoman Dawn Wiggins IG: @DawnWiggins Laurie Gerber IG: @LaurieGerber_Coach Junie Moon IG: @midlifeloveoutloud Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
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Menopause Love Lounge is a menopause podcast for women in midlife who feel misunderstood, dismissed, and quietly blamed—and know that what they’re experiencing deserves more than surface-level answers. Menopause isn’t just a hormonal transition. It’s happening inside a culture that profits from women feeling broken, depleted, and “behind”—offering quick fixes that keep us disconnected from our bodies, our relationships, and each other. Six women talk honestly about sex after menopause, intimacy, menopause-related anxiety, emotional burnout, identity shifts, nervous system overload, boundaries, self-trust, changing relationships, and the quiet loneliness that so often defines midlife. Many women reach this season having pulled back from female friendships—not because they don’t value them, but because years of comparison, fear of judgment, and emotional self-protection made closeness feel risky. We name that honestly, and we talk about what it takes to rebuild connection in ways that feel safe, real, and nourishing again. Six hosts matter because no single woman gets to be the answer. This isn’t single-voice authority—it’s real women thinking together, questioning out loud, and letting complexity be honest. This isn’t another podcast telling you what to buy, fix, or optimize. It’s a place to slow down, tell the truth, and remember that what you’re feeling makes sense. Welcome to the lounge. (Hosted by Andrea Knoche, Ozzie Osborne, Dawn Wiggins, Karen Viesta, Junie Moon, and Laurie Gerber.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Andrea Knoche
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  • Episodes
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