Fate, Forty, and Beyond

Gen Rodriguez
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Life after 40 isn’t about having it all figured out…it’s about laughing, learning, and spinning the wheel again. Fate, Forty & Beyond is a soulful, unfiltered podcast where real conversations meet spiritual perspective. Guided by tarot, intuition, and honest storytelling, each episode explores the messy, magical truth of being 40-ish and still becoming. Pour a cup, pull a card, and join women from all walks of life as we talk love, growth, setbacks, and surprises with humor and heart.

  1. 6d ago

    What Could Go Right? Reframing Fear, Habits & Healing

    What if a spiritual awakening isn’t about becoming someone new—but finally realizing which patterns, fears, and stories you’re ready to stop carrying? In this episode, I’m joined by Laura Swan, a self-described spiritual alchemist, medium, energy healer, and horse trainer, for one of those conversations that goes everywhere in the best possible way. We talk about shifting our language from “what could go wrong?” to “what could go right?”, how horses mirror what’s happening inside us, and why becoming aware of our habits gives us the power to actually choose something different. We also get into mediumship, recovery, self-awareness, healthy boundaries, hyper-independence, the need to be liked, and what it really means to move away from suffering and toward joy. Laura and I explore how our perspectives shape the realities we experience, why community becomes so important on a spiritual path, and how midlife can be less about winding down and more about waking up. And, of course, I pull a few cards along the way—because apparently the universe had some things to say about everything we were discussing. Timeline[02:30] - Laura shares one deceptively simple mindset shift: replacing “What could possibly go wrong?” with “What could possibly go right?” [06:19] - We talk about horses, why Laura says you can’t fake your emotional state around them, and the surprising ways animals can mirror what’s happening inside of us. [12:25] - Laura and I dive into mediumship, what makes a message truly connect, and why the strange little details can sometimes be the most meaningful ones. [19:03] - We explore spiritual awakening through a very different lens: breaking our addiction to suffering, changing familiar patterns, and learning what joy can feel like on the other side. [37:03] - The conversation turns toward perspective, non-duality, being misunderstood, and learning to question our own assumptions about other people. [52:44] - Laura shares a powerful idea about habits, awareness, and choice that completely shifts how I think about some of my own patterns. [1:02:53] - We talk about finding—and building—spiritual community, getting ourselves out of the house even when we really don’t want to, and what it means to rediscover that hunger for growth. Links & ResourcesLaura Swan / Unicorn Maker – Laura shares that she can be found as Unicorn Maker on Facebook.Rainbows and Unicorns – Laura’s work combining alchemy crystal bowls, spiritual alchemy, healing, and moving from suffering toward joy.Soulful Existence – My work with women through tarot, mediumship, and past life regression.The Cosmic Brief – My app for bringing astrology into everyday life and making sense of what all those stupid planets mean.Journey of Souls – Mentioned during our conversation about the soul, life between lives, and the idea of Earth as a kind of school.Many Lives, Many Masters – Another book I mention when talking about past lives and our existence beyond this lifetime.Bashar – Referenced during our discussion about following joy, safety, habits, awareness, and choice.If this episode made you think a little differently, gave you something to sit with, or simply reminded you that midlife is absolutely not the end—we’re just getting started—make sure you follow the podcast wherever you listen. And if you enjoyed the conversation, please rate and review the show and share this episode with a friend who might need to hear it too.

  2. Sep 16

    Laid Off, Empty Nest & Starting Over: Reinventing Life at 40

    This week, I’m sitting down with Ashley Langford for one of those conversations that somehow goes everywhere—and still manages to come right back to what it really means to find yourself in midlife. Ashley is a fractional marketing consultant who found herself navigating back-to-back layoffs, a major career shift, and becoming an empty nester all around the same time. We talk about what happens when life starts changing the roles you’ve gotten comfortable in and you have to ask yourself: Okay, who am I now, and what do I actually want? We get into trusting your intuition (especially when your gut has been trying to tell you something for a while), recognizing your worth in your career, creating something of your own, and then actually having the courage to put it out into the world. We also wander into spirituality, technology, AI, motherhood, aging, body image, social media, and animals that very clearly choose their humans. It’s honest, funny, a little woo, and very much a conversation about giving ourselves permission to do midlife differently. Episode Highlights[06:43] - Career changes, empty nesting, and the identity shifts that happen when we start figuring out who we are outside of being a mom, wife, employee, or whatever other roles we’ve carried. [09:02] - Ashley opens up about experiencing back-to-back layoffs in B2B tech, finding her voice on LinkedIn, moving into fractional marketing consulting, and becoming more selective about what she actually wants from her career. [15:11] - We talk about spirituality, intuition, and how being technology-focused and business-minded can absolutely coexist with trusting that little internal voice telling you something isn’t right. [20:05] - Is it intuition, fear, trauma—or some combination of all three? We get into learning how to listen to ourselves, pay attention to our bodies, and recognize signals we may have ignored in the past. [31:27] - Ashley shares how the stress of sending her daughter to college inspired her to create Dorm HQ, an app designed to make dorm planning and packing a whole lot easier for students and their families. [35:29] - From Dorm HQ to The Cosmic Brief, we talk about building digital products, “vibe coding,” watching complete strangers use something you created, and the weird vulnerability that comes with putting your work out into the world. [57:52] - We wrap things up with a couple of card pulls around manifestation and abundance before Ashley answers one of my favorite questions: What would you tell your twenty-year-old self? Links & ResourcesDorm HQ https://dormheadquarters.com/ Connect with Ashley Langford on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymlangford/ The Cosmic Brief https://www.thecosmicbrief.app/ Soulful Existence https://www.soulfulexistence.com/ Fate, Forty, and Beyond https://www.fatefortyandbeyond.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you’re following Fate, Forty, and Beyond so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if something in this conversation made you laugh, think, or feel a little less alone in this whole midlife thing, share it with a friend who needs to hear it. If you’re enjoying the podcast, take a minute to rate and review the show. It helps more women find these conversations, and I appreciate every single one.

  3. Sep 8

    The Spiritual Side of Decluttering: What Are You Really Holding Onto?

    There is something strange happening in my house right now. What started as clearing out the space above my washer and dryer has somehow turned into a full-blown decluttering mission—and somewhere between expired medicine, abandoned hobbies, random charging cables, and things I haven't touched in years, I realized this isn't really about cleaning anymore. In this episode, I'm talking about the deeper, sometimes spiritual side of decluttering and why the things we keep can become physical anchors to old identities, relationships, guilt, grief, and even versions of ourselves we thought we'd become. What happens when our homes become archives of lives we've already finished living? And what could happen if we finally made room for what's next? We're getting a little vulnerable, a little existential, and, obviously, a little woo. In This Episode[Approx. 2:30] - When clutter stops being “stuff” and starts becoming a physical archive of who we've been. [Approx. 6:00] - The hundreds of unfinished decisions hiding around our homes—and why they can feel like 300 open tabs running in our brains. [Approx. 9:00] - Meeting “Fantasy You”: the hobbies, clothes, equipment, and aspirations we keep for a version of ourselves we may not actually want to become anymore. [Approx. 12:00] - Why guilt is a terrible storage system, especially when we're keeping things because of how much they cost or because someone gave them to us. [Approx. 16:00] - The harder side of letting go: belongings connected to grief, relationships, people we've lost, and previous versions of ourselves. [Approx. 20:00] - Why I believe our homes can become altars to the lives we're creating—and the question we rarely ask when we're trying to manifest something new: Where are we actually going to put it? [Approx. 25:00] - A simple decluttering experiment you can try in 20 minutes to discover what the things around you might actually represent. Links & ResourcesSoulful Existence: www.soulfulexistence.com The Cosmic Brief: www.thecosmicbrief.app

  4. Aug 31

    Are We Missing the Spiritual Side of Mental Health?

    What happens when we stop forcing spirituality and mental health to live in separate worlds? In this episode of Fate, Forty, and Beyond, I sit down with Joelle Doherty, a licensed professional counselor, shamanic practitioner, and Akashic Records reader, and we have one of those conversations that somehow touches everything—EMDR, spirituality, soul contracts, intuition, plant medicine, grief, past lives, death, and what it means to actually feel at home in your own life. Joelle and I talk about what it looks like to bridge traditional mental health care with spiritual practices, why medication and spirituality don't have to be opposing forces, and how grounding can help sensitive and intuitive people navigate the very real human experience we're having right now. We also get into visitation dreams, reincarnation, divine timing, finding purpose, motherhood, and the idea that maybe our lives have a blueprint—but we still get to decorate the house. It's a deep, honest, sometimes hilarious conversation that I think will give you plenty to think about. Episode Highlights[06:15] - Exploring the connection between EMDR and shamanic soul retrieval [08:54] - When spirituality and science start colliding—and what that means for the future [17:35] - Soul contracts, life paths, and why some of us need to try all the things [20:16] - Nonlinear time, reincarnation, other dimensions, and the idea that we're experiencing more than one version of ourselves [27:06] - Bridging mental health and spirituality: medication, empaths, grounding, boundaries, and protecting your energy [45:54] - Plant medicine, psychedelic therapy, and why intention and responsible use matter [54:34] - Visitation dreams, messages from loved ones, and recognizing when a dream feels different [59:33] - Joelle's spiritual awakening, grief, Reiki, and how one friendship changed the direction of her life [1:04:34] - A little goddess guidance, a message about rebirth, and an unexpected card about health and accepting our bodies Links & ResourcesJoelle Doherty — Find Joelle on Facebook by searching her name: Joelle Doherty or search her on Psychology Today to work with her.Soulful Existence — Explore my work with tarot, mediumship, past life regression, and spiritual healing. www.soulfulexistence.comThe Cosmic Brief — www.thecosmicbrief.comFate, Forty, and Beyond — www.fatefortyandbeyond.comEmail — Get in touch with me at gen@soulfulexistence.comTikTok — @soulfulxistence on TikTokInstagram — Follow me on Instagram for tarot, astrology, spirituality, and podcast updates. @soulfulxistence on InstagramFacebook — Gen Rodriguez on Facebook If something in this conversation resonated with you, share this episode with someone who might need to hear it, and don't forget to follow, rate, review, and leave a comment.

  5. Aug 24

    Are You More Spiritual Than You Think?

    Welcome to the Woo BuffetWhat if you’re way more woo than you think you are? In this episode of Fate, Forty, and Beyond, I’m taking you on a walk through what I lovingly call the Woo Buffet—because spirituality is a whole lot bigger than crystals, tarot cards, astrology, and talking to dead people. We’re talking intuition, synchronicities, numerology, sound healing, nature, family superstitions, religion, grandma woo, and all those little experiences we have that we can’t quite explain. And here’s the thing: you don’t have to believe in all of it. You don’t even have to call yourself spiritual. Curiosity doesn’t require commitment. So whether you know your entire birth chart or you just refuse to put your purse on the floor because obviously that’s bad luck, pull up a chair. You might realize you’ve been eating at the Woo Buffet for years—you just never knew what to call it. Episode Highlights[00:17] - Welcome to Fate, Forty, and Beyond and my theory that a whole lot of people are more woo than they’d ever admit at a dinner party. [~03:30] - Why spirituality is a buffet, not an all-or-nothing belief system—and why curiosity absolutely does not require commitment. [~06:00] - Astrology, tarot, psychic work, mediumship, numerology, angel numbers, and synchronicities: exploring some of the more obvious items on the Woo Buffet. [~10:00] - Moving spirituality into the body through sound baths, meditation, breathwork, yoga, aromatherapy, somatic work, and other practices. [~13:00] - The stealthiest form of woo: nature, the moon, beaches, trees, gardening, animals, and those moments that make us stop and actually pay attention. [~16:00] - Welcome to “grandma woo”—family superstitions, lucky objects, inherited traditions, recipes, home remedies, folklore, and the unexplained things families have passed down for generations. [~20:00] - Prayer, manifestation, intuition, signs, energy, and the bigger question underneath all of this: where do you make meaning, feel connected, and find yourself secretly curious? Links & ResourcesThe following resources and practices are mentioned in this episode. Specific website URLs were not provided in the transcript: Soulful Existence — My work with women through tarot card readings, mediumship, past life regressions, and reconnecting with who they truly are. www.soulfulexistence.comThe Cosmic Brief — My app bringing astrology and day-to-day life together. www.thecosmicbrief.appPractices mentioned: Astrology, tarot, oracle cards, psychic readings, mediumship, crystals, Reiki, energy healing, chakras, auras, pendulums, manifestation, numerology, past life regression, sound baths, meditation, breathwork, yoga, aromatherapy, somatic work, acupuncture, nature-based practices, prayer, and ancestral or family traditions.If something in this episode made you think, Wait...maybe I am a little woo, share this episode with somebody who needs a trip to the buffet too. And if you’re enjoying Fate, Forty, and Beyond, please take a minute to follow, rate, review, and share the podcast. It helps more people find the show, and I appreciate it more than you know. Until next time—stay curious, and if you need to, just go get a bigger plate.

  6. Aug 17

    What If the Setback Is Actually the Way Forward?

    In this episode of Fate, Forty, and Beyond, I’m joined by branding expert, confidence coach, and Byte Size Brands podcast host Kusha Kalra for a conversation about trusting yourself, taking risks, and creating a life that actually feels aligned. Kusha shares her journey from leaving a successful corporate career to prioritize motherhood, navigating the uncertainty of entrepreneurship, and eventually building a global branding business—all while learning that sometimes the path forward looks nothing like we originally imagined. fileciteturn0file0 We also get into intuition, manifestation and aligned action, Human Design, emotional sensitivity, parenting, financial preparation, and what it really takes to keep going when life knocks you off course. And, of course, we bring tarot into the conversation. What unfolds toward the end of Kusha’s reading is one of those synchronicities you simply couldn’t plan—and a beautiful reminder of what can happen when we trust ourselves enough to keep moving forward. Timestamps:[4:00] - A tarot reading begins with the Death card and a conversation about endings, new beginnings, and rediscovering who we are in midlife. [7:19] - Kusha shares why she walked away from a dream corporate career to be present for her son—and how that decision eventually led her toward entrepreneurship. [13:10] - We talk about redefining failure, believing in yourself, and having the courage to step back, reassess what isn’t working, and try a different path. [15:24] - Kusha opens up about experiencing an online financial scam, stepping away from her business for more than a year, and finding the courage to return. [21:35] - Manifestation needs action. We dig into why following your dreams still requires consistency, structure, commitment, and actually showing up for your business. [32:21] - Thinking about leaving a 9-to-5? Kusha shares practical advice about preparing financially for self-employment and creating a cushion before making the leap. [39:25] - We explore Human Design, intuition, emotional sensitivity, boundaries, and how greater self-awareness can help us stop fighting who we are and start working with ourselves. Links & ResourcesSoulful Existence — My work with women through tarot readings, past life regression, and mediumship sessions.The Cosmic Brief — My astrology app designed to help you bring astrology into your everyday life.Kusha Kalra / The Bespoke Designs — Kusha’s branding, strategy, design, consulting, and mentorship work.Byte Size Brands — Kusha’s podcast about branding and business.Human Design — Discussed throughout the episode as a tool for understanding your natural tendencies, gifts, emotional patterns, and decision-making.If this conversation resonated with you, share this episode with another woman who might need to hear it. And if you’re enjoying Fate, Forty, and Beyond, I’d love for you to follow the podcast, rate and review the show, and share it with someone you love. Your support helps more women find these conversations and remember that none of us are navigating midlife alone. Website: fatefortyandbeyond.com Instagram: instagram.com/fatefortyandbeyond TikTok: tiktok.com/@fatefortyandbeyond Facebook: facebook.com/share/1EHkva7rBs

  7. Aug 10

    What Is Human Design? A Beginner's Guide

    Ever followed advice that was objectively good and it still didn't work for you? It's probably not a you problem...it might just not have been built for how you're wired. In this mini episode, I break down human design: what it is, where it comes from, and how it actually works in real life. I cover the body graph and its nine energy centers, the difference between defined centers (consistently you) and open centers (where you take in and amplify others' energy), and the five human design types — Manifestors, Generators, Manifesting Generators, Projectors, and Reflectors. I also unpack "authority," the practical piece that tells you how you're built to make reliable decisions. Then I get personal, sharing my own chart and how understanding it has changed how I make decisions, run my businesses, and show up in my tarot and mediumship work. Timestamps: [00:00] Cold open: why good advice sometimes doesn't land [02:30] What human design actually is [04:00] The four traditions + the body graph [05:30] Defined vs. open centers [09:15] The five types: Manifestors, Generators, Projectors, Reflectors [14:30] What is authority? [19:00] Split definition and the right angle cross of Eden [24:00] Why the podcast's mini episodes are changing [29:00] Homework: find your own chart If you love warm, real midlife conversations with humor and heart, you'll feel right at home here. Follow the show & connect with Gen: Gen's Website: http://www.soulfulexistence.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfulxistence TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulfulxistence Podcast homepage: http://www.fatefortyandbeyond.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatefortyandbeyond Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fatefortyandbeyond

  8. Aug 3

    Is It Too Late to Start Over in Your 40s?

    At 44, Sonia had a customer service job she loved and a second marriage that finally felt safe...and she still enrolled in welding school, because she didn't know what she wanted next and decided to find out. In this tarot reading, Gen and Sonia cover a lot of ground: what it looks like to reinvent yourself without a crisis to justify it, why receiving good things doesn't have to be earned, and Sonia also opens up about what it took to finally leave her first marriage for good, and how long it took her to trust her own read on a relationship that never felt right. They also trade real tools for protecting your energy as an empath, talk about what it costs to hold onto resentment, and land on the ancestral spirituality neither of them grew up calling "witchcraft"...a grandmother's spirit, a basket of eggs by the back door, a prayer instead of a church pew. Sonia's advice to her 20-year-old self might be the simplest thing said on this show all year: it's all worth it. Timestamps: [00:18] Why Gen started the podcast[01:36] Meet Sonia[02:23] Why welding, and imposter syndrome[06:35] Into the reading: Eight of Cups[09:27] The Empress: learning to receive[13:31] Fighting for independence[14:20] Naming a marriage as abusive[16:44] The Chariot and the "desert period"[18:21] The Hanged Man: looking for trouble[20:08] Manifestation scripting[26:03] What resentment costs[28:54] "Bless and release"[30:58] The bubble method[32:18] Witchcraft as consistency[34:42] Inherited protection rituals[42:00] Stopping for a stranger's kid[53:06] Kali: burning down what no longer works[55:14] Green Tara: asking for help[58:27] Advice to her 20-year-old selfIf you love warm, real midlife conversations with humor and heart, you'll feel right at home here. Follow the show & connect with Gen: Gen's Website: http://www.soulfulexistence.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulfulxistence TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulfulxistence Podcast homepage: http://www.fatefortyandbeyond.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatefortyandbeyond Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fatefortyandbeyond

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Life after 40 isn’t about having it all figured out…it’s about laughing, learning, and spinning the wheel again. Fate, Forty & Beyond is a soulful, unfiltered podcast where real conversations meet spiritual perspective. Guided by tarot, intuition, and honest storytelling, each episode explores the messy, magical truth of being 40-ish and still becoming. Pour a cup, pull a card, and join women from all walks of life as we talk love, growth, setbacks, and surprises with humor and heart.

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  • Creator
    Gen Rodriguez
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Gen Rodriguez
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    Fate, Forty, and Beyond