Not Young. Better.

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Not Young. Better. podcast is a different kind of podcast for a different kind of woman. Hosted by Chelsea Etheridge, founder of Not Young, we empower women to embrace perimenopause and move forward, one day at a time. Tune in weekly to hear from everyday women doing extraordinary things and top experts who’ve been where you are. With real-world stories, we help you manage symptoms, gain clarity, and find confidence. Join our community and navigate this phase of life together. You’re not alone—start listening today!

  1. 12/18/2025

    When the Life You Built Stops Working | Marcella Hill

    This conversation is about what happens when the life that once made sense… doesn’t anymore. Marcella Hill joins me to talk about losing almost everything that defined her — her business, her marriage, her faith, and the version of motherhood she thought she was supposed to have — and what it’s like to rebuild when there’s no clear roadmap. We talk about walking away from Mormonism and realizing how much of her inner life had been shaped by rules, obedience, and shame. About how disorienting it is to suddenly have to trust your own instincts — especially around the body, desire, and identity — without anyone telling you what’s “right.” Marcella also shares how midlife can bring questions that were never allowed space before. Not loud declarations or labels — just quiet realizations. Noticing what feels true. Noticing what doesn’t. And sitting with the discomfort of that long enough to let it teach you something. Perimenopause is part of this conversation too — not as a checklist of symptoms, but as a force that strips away coping mechanisms. When hormones shift, the ability to numb, perform, or push through disappears. And sometimes that’s when the truth finally surfaces. This episode is thoughtful, honest, very real.It’s not about fixing your life.It’s about listening to what’s already trying to get your attention. Connect with Marcella Hill Website:https://marcellahill.com/ Wake Her Up (Hormone Education + Provider Directory):https://wakeherup.co/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/beingmarcellahill/?hl=en Connect with Chelsea / Not Young Podcast: Not Young. Better.Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-young-better/id1761419300 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/notyoung/

    53 min

  2. 12/11/2025

    The Truth About Pleasure, Motherhood & Why Women Feel So Disconnected with Kat Nantz

    This conversation with somatic pleasure and trauma coach Kat Nantz is one of the most unexpectedly powerful episodes I’ve ever recorded. When I first invited Kat on the show, I wasn’t totally sure what to expect. Her work sounded intense and deeper than anything we’ve talked about before — and part of me wondered if I was even the right person to hold this conversation. But once we started talking… everything shifted. What unfolded was informative, grounding, wholesome, and genuinely transformative.Not just about sex and pleasure — but about the way so many women move through the world: • giving everything to everyone else• living from the neck up• overriding our needs for years• disconnecting from our bodies• forgetting what pleasure even feels like — inside and outside the bedroom Kat explains why this happens, what it does to our nervous systems, and how pleasure — in the smallest daily moments — can actually bring us back to ourselves in midlife. We talk about motherhood, resentment, desire, boundaries, shame, perimenopause, and the quiet ways women betray themselves without even realizing it. It’s validating.It’s freeing.It’s perspective-shifting in the best way. I think you will feel deeply seen in this conversation. Connect with Kat: Instagram Website Connect with Chelsea: Instagram Connect with Not Young: Instagram Website

    56 min

  3. 12/04/2025

    A Monday in February: The Day Everything Changed — with Lily Crowder

    In this powerful and deeply human episode, I sit down with Lily Crowder—artist, mother of four, grief coach, and author of A Monday in February—to talk about the unimaginable loss of her 15-year-old son, Ezekiel, to suicide. Lily shares the truth of what those early days looked like, the terrifying stillness of grief, and the moments that slowly stitched her back together. She opens up about marriage after loss, parenting surviving children, rebuilding faith, and the radical idea that grief is simply love in another form. Together, we explore the stigma around suicide, how to start honest conversations with teens, and the practical steps every parent should know. This is an episode for anyone who has walked through grief, loves someone who is grieving, or wants to understand how to show up with compassion and courage. Connect with Lily HERE Connect with Chelsea HERE Connect with Not Young HERE If you’d like early access to restock updates for The Baseline, you can sign up for the waitlist at notyoung.com.

    50 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    Kayla Barnes, Biohacking Expert: The Truth About Toxins, Cortisol & Women’s Health

    On today’s episode, I’m talking with female longevity researcher and biohacking expert Kayla Barnes-Lentz. She breaks down her core non-negotiables for women’s health and longevity — most of which are simple, free, and incredibly effective. We cover why women need more sleep, how to use morning sunlight to reset your hormones, the best ways to build muscle and support metabolism, and how to sync your workouts with your cycle. Kayla also shares her daily detox habits, stress-lowering routines, and the at-home tests she believes every woman should know about. We also talk AMH testing, and what women can do in their 30s and 40s to support hormones, energy, and long-term health. This episode is packed with practical, research-backed tools for any woman wanting to feel clearer, calmer, stronger, and more like herself. Enjoy! To connect with Kayla on Instagram, click HERE. To check out Kayla’s website, click HERE. To listen to Kayla’s podcast, Longevity Optimization, click HERE. To connect with Chelsea on Instagram, click HERE. To connect with Not Young on Instagram, click HERE. To learn more about Arrae, click HERE.

    57 min

  5. 11/13/2025

    Season 2 Is Here: Deep Work, Motherhood, and What’s Next

    Season 2 is here — and it’s bigger, deeper, and more honest than ever. In this solo episode, Chelsea shares what’s been happening behind the scenes — from welcoming her new baby girl at 42, to navigating the tension between motherhood and meaningful work, to what she’s learned about showing up for your calling (even when it feels uncomfortable). She also gives a sneak peek at the conversations ahead: women talking about longevity, grief, intimacy, healing, and the stories that shape us in midlife. It’s real, heartfelt, and a reminder that deep work — in motherhood, business, and life — matters. Listen if: You’ve been craving honest midlife conversations that don’t sugarcoat anything You’re trying to balance family, identity, and purpose You need a little reminder that it’s okay to care deeply about what you’re building Welcome to Season 2 of the Not Young. Better. Podcast.

    14 min

  6. 07/31/2025

    Season 1 Finale: The Behind-the-Scenes Story I Didn’t Expect to Tell

    I can’t believe Season 1 is already over. When I launched this podcast less than a year ago, I didn’t realize how much it would change me—and how deeply I’d connect with this community of women walking through the thick of it. In this solo season closer, I’m reflecting on the conversations that shaped me, the stories that cracked me open, and everything that’s happened behind the scenes—from caregiving a spouse with a chronic illness, to launching a perimenopause company, to a surprise pregnancy at 42. I’m answering your questions about: What this pregnancy has felt like (hint: it’s nothing like my others) What it’s like being the only one in my friend group having a baby The real toll chronic illness took on our marriage And how I really feel about running Not Young This one’s honest, messy, hopeful—and full of gratitude. I can’t wait to bring you more in Season 2 (coming this November). Until then, I’ll be soaking up newborn life, and getting all the past episodes uploaded to YouTube for anyone who prefers to watch! → Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotYoungWellnessClub→ Follow along:• Personal IG: @chels_holland• Brand IG: @notyoung.co• Website: notyoung.com• Learn more about The Baseline: Shop here

    31 min

  7. 07/24/2025

    The Trauma You Didn’t Choose—and the Healing You Can: Ginni Saraswati’s Story

    This week, I’m joined by the incredible Ginni Saraswati—Founder & CEO of Ginni Media, award-winning journalist, and host of The Ginni Show. She’s built a thriving podcast production company, collaborated with some of the biggest voices in media, and helped countless others share their stories. But this episode? It’s about her story. In this deeply personal conversation, Ginni opens up about growing up with a mentally ill parent, the trauma of childhood sexual abuse, and the cultural stigmas that often silence survivors. She shares what it was like to be a parentified child, how she built resilience in the face of abandonment and instability, and why therapy and reparenting became her path to healing. We talk about the nonlinear nature of grief after losing a parent, breaking generational cycles, finding love in adulthood, and building a life that actually feels safe. Ginni’s honesty is rare—and this conversation is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t mean erasing the past. It means owning it. If you’ve ever felt like you were carrying too much, stuck in patterns you can’t explain, or just needed someone to say, “me too”—this episode is for you. 🔗 Connect with GinniInstagram: @theginnishowWebsite: ginnimedia.com 🔗 Connect with MePersonal IG: @chels_hollandNot Young IG: @notyoung.coWebsite & Blog: notyoung.comThe Baseline (for perimenopause support): Shop here

    50 min

  8. 07/17/2025

    Parenting in a Digital World: What Every Mom & Dad Needs to Hear with Chris McKenna

    If you’re a parent, this episode is non-negotiable. Chris McKenna—founder of Protect Young Eyes and one of the nation’s leading experts on internet safety for kids—joins me for an honest, deeply hopeful conversation every caregiver needs to hear. We go straight into the hard stuff:– What kids are really up against online– Why government and tech laws are failing them– How pornography, predators, and addiction are designed into our platforms– What to do when you're overwhelmed and feel like giving up– Real, simple strategies that actually work—without making you feel like a bad parent As a mom of five, I’ve felt confused, behind, and honestly—scared. We avoided tech as long as we could, but now I’ve got three teenagers and the game has changed. This episode gave me clarity, calm, and tools that made everything feel doable. Chris doesn’t just bring facts—he brings compassion, and a blueprint that works. What you’ll walk away with:✔ A clearer understanding of what’s happening on your kids’ screens✔ Practical steps that won’t overwhelm you✔ Confidence you’re not alone—and you’re doing better than you think✔ Hope. Real hope. For you, and for them. This episode can truly save lives. Please listen. Please share. The time to act is now. — More from Chris McKenna:📱 Instagram: @protectyoungeyes🌐 Website & free resources: protectyoungeyes.com🎓 Courses, parent guides, and “Join the Table” advocacy: Chris’s Linktree — Connect with Me (Chelsea):👋 Host IG: @chels_holland✨ Brand IG: @notyoung.co🌿 Website: www.notyoung.com🧬 The Baseline supplement for perimenopause: Shop Here — 🎧 Not Young. Better. is the show for women who want real conversations about midlife, motherhood, and everything that hits in between. New episodes weekly.

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Not Young. Better. podcast is a different kind of podcast for a different kind of woman. Hosted by Chelsea Etheridge, founder of Not Young, we empower women to embrace perimenopause and move forward, one day at a time. Tune in weekly to hear from everyday women doing extraordinary things and top experts who’ve been where you are. With real-world stories, we help you manage symptoms, gain clarity, and find confidence. Join our community and navigate this phase of life together. You’re not alone—start listening today!

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  • Creator
    Not Young
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Not Young
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    Not Young. Better.

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