Now What

Melissa Murphy
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Welcome to Now What, the podcast that dives into the heart of midlife and all its twists and turns. Whether you're feeling lost, bored, or wondering what your next move should be, you're not alone. Join Melis as she explores the ups, downs, and everything in between, offering insights and real talk to help you find your way through this new chapter. Together, we'll navigate the midlife maze and discover what's next. Let's go!

  1. 1D AGO

    (#62) - The Season of Disruption: Why Midlife Is Your Expansion Era - Solo with Melis

    "Maybe the problem isn't that you want more… maybe you've outgrown what you built." Midlife isn't where you slow down — it's where you expand. This week, Melis is calling it out: 👉 This is the season of disruption. You can have a life that looks good on paper… and still feel restless. That doesn't make you ungrateful — it means you're evolving. 🔥 In This Episode: Why "I should be happy" is keeping you stuck The guilt around wanting more (and why it's not the problem) The truth about feeling restless or "off" The reframe: you've outgrown what you built Why midlife is your expansion era — not your ending 💥 Mic-Drop Moments: "Wanting more does not make you ungrateful." "You can love your life and still outgrow it." "Two things can be true at the same time." "We are not done." 🚀 Your Challenge: Do one thing today. Send the email Sign up for the class Start the thing you've been putting off Because clarity doesn't come from thinking — it comes from moving. 🎧 Listen Now: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/now-what/id1828005485 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MbAB2rFGYnUijWehLtN4C 💬 Let's Stay Connected: 🌐 https://motivatewithmelis.com 📩 info@motivatewithmelis.com 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivatewithmelis ✨ And Remember… Midlife isn't a crisis — it's a plot twist. xoxo melis

    15 min

  2. MAR 26

    (#61) Why NOT Me? - with Elle Casselman (Part 2 of 2)

    SQUAD! In Part 2 of this conversation, digital creator and athlete Elle Cassellman shares what happens when you decide to dream bigger than the plan you originally had for your life. From getting into UCLA after being told she never would… to building confidence through faith, consistency, and bold action… this episode is about showing up even when nothing feels guaranteed. In this episode, they talk about: • chasing purpose • creating impact through content • taking risks — like walking into a Baywatch audition without registration • trusting that imperfect progress can still lead somewhere powerful Because reinvention doesn't have an age requirement. and remember, midlife isn't a crisis, it's a plot twist. xoxo melis 🏃‍♀️ Elle's LA Marathon Training Partner Elle is training with Endorphins Running. Use code ELLE for training plans and support. 📲 CONNECT WITH ELLE Instagram: @elleevancasselman 💌 CONNECT WITH MELIS Instagram: @motivatewithmelis YouTube: Melissa Murphy Now What Podcast Email: info@motivatewithmelis.com Website: https://motivatewithmelis.com

    30 min

  3. MAR 19

    (#60) She Bet on Herself at 21 — Reinvention Starts Early - with Elle Casselman (Part 1 of 2)

    Nobody talks about reinvention starting this early. In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Melis sits down with digital creator and lifelong athlete Elle Cassellman — someone she has known since Elle was a teenager, and who is now boldly carving her own path at just 21. From navigating COVID during high school to rediscovering purpose through running, transferring colleges against the norm, and training alone before sunrise, Elle shares what it really looks like to bet on yourself before the world expects you to. This episode is about discipline. It's about courage. It's about choosing growth over comfort — even when it feels lonely. And just when Elle begins creating a life she loves… an unexpected opportunity changes everything. Part 2 drops next week. Because reinvention isn't reserved for midlife. Sometimes the plot twist begins at 21. 📲 Connect with Elle Instagram: @elleevancasselman 💌 Connect with Melis Instagram: @motivatewithmelis YouTube: Melissa Murphy Now What Podcast Email: info@motivatewithmelis.com Website: https://motivatewithmelis.com

    45 min

  4. MAR 13

    (#59) Never Too Late to Pivot: From Microsoft to Mayor with Kevin Wilk

    SQUAD! What happens when a political science major pivots to acting, travels the world, builds a career in tech… and then decides to run for mayor? This week on Now What?!, I sit down with my friend, former Microsoft coworker, proud UCLA Bruin, and current Walnut Creek Mayor Kevin Wilk to talk about reinvention, leadership, and why it's never too late to change direction. We get real about local politics, community challenges, standing up against hate, and yes… we still make time to talk Original Joe's, retro dance nights, and Bruins basketball. In this episode we talk about: • Kevin's full-circle journey from corporate tech to public service • Why purpose and happiness matter more than titles or income • The biggest issues facing Walnut Creek today • How local leaders are working together — and what gives him hope Enjoy and remember...midlife isn't a crisis - it's a plot twist! xoxo melis 🎙️ Guest Info Instagram: @kevin_wilk Facebook: Kevin Wilk 💌 Connect with Melissa / Now What?! 📩 Email: info@motivatewithmelis.com 🌐 Website: https://motivatewithmelis.com 📱 Instagram: @motivatewithmelis ▶️ YouTube: @MelissaMurphyNowWhatPodcast

    50 min

  5. MAR 5

    (#58) You're Not the Problem — The Freedom Formula with Lori Montry

    SQUAD… this one is a deep exhale and a full-body "oh my God… same." In this episode, I'm joined by Lori Montry — somatic healing practitioner, author of You're Not the Problem, and creator of the Freedom Formula (a nervous system–based roadmap for sustainable behavior change). Lori's message is simple… and life-changing: you are not the problem. Your patterns aren't proof you're broken — they're proof you adapted. And the best part? You can adapt again… this time to return to you. What we get into Why trauma isn't logical — it lives in the nervous system Dissociation as a brilliant survival strategy (and why it can follow you into adulthood) The moment survival stops protecting you… and starts suffocating you The 3 foundational ingredients for real change: safety, capacity, and energy Lori's big promise: there is a pathway out — and it's clear If you've been feeling… Overwhelmed. Stuck. Like you "should" be able to get it together by now… This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself and start getting curious about what your nervous system has been carrying. And remember, midlife isn't a crisis...it's a plot twist. xoxo melis Connect with Lori Montry Instagram: @lorimontry Website: lorimontry.com (book + resources) Book: You're Not the Problem (available in print, ebook/Kindle, and audiobook) — Lori shares that it's releasing April 25. Connect with me (Melis) Website: motivatewithmelis.com Instagram: @motivatewithmelis Email: info@motivatewithmelis.com

    1 hr

  6. FEB 27

    (#57) She Knows Ball — And She's Building The Table - with LaToya from Girl Talks Sports

    Gloss Squad… today's guest is proof that sometimes the algorithm understood the assignment. I discovered La-Toya (aka Toy Toy 💁🏽‍♀️) on Instagram after reposting a mindset clip about Olympic skier Eileen Gu — and two days later? She's on the pod. That's how we move. La-Toya is the founder of Girl Talks Sports, a growing global media platform and community created by women who love sports — and who are done waiting for permission to take up space. We talk about: • Growing up between Jamaica 🇯🇲 and Canada 🇨🇦 and falling in love with hockey • Why women have always been sports fans — the media just hasn't reflected it • Periods at the Olympics (yes, we went there 👏) • Why Serena Williams is the GOAT. Pregnant Australian Open win. End of debate. And the mic-drop moment? "We're not trying to play catch up. We're trying to surpass." Chills. La-Toya created Girl Talks Sports because she didn't see a welcoming, judgment-free space for women who love the game. So she built one. Global. Inclusive. Engaged. And growing. Now What for her? Sponsors. Expansion. More women's voices in sports. Bigger rooms. Louder conversations. Gloss Squad — if you love sports, mindset, confidence, or powerful women building tables instead of waiting for invites… this episode is your vibe. Because midlife isn't a crisis — it's just a plot twist. 💄✨ 🔗 Connect with La-Toya 📸 IG: @girl_talks_sports 🎙️ Now What?! Podcast by Motivate with Melis 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple 📸 IG: @motivatewithmelis 📺 YouTube: @MelissaMurphyNowWhatPodcast 🌐 https://motivatewithmelis.com 📩 info@motivatewithmelis.com

    22 min

  7. FEB 19

    (#56) From Resentment to Romance-The Sure Thing That Brings the Spark Back with Elana Auerbach

    If your sex life feels more like a chore than a connection, this episode is for you. I'm joined by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing, to talk about how a simple weekly pleasure practice can rebuild intimacy — on purpose. This isn't about pressure or performance… it's about presence. ✨ In This Episode: The difference between spontaneous desire vs. responsive desire (game changer) Why scheduling intimacy can actually make it hotter The 3 essentials for a lasting practice: commitment, effort & devotion How pleasure fuels connection, confidence, and courageous kindness Grab Elana's book + learn more: 👉 SureThingExperiment.com 📖 Available on Amazon & Barnes & Noble (online only) — See you next time on Now What?!, and remember… Midlife isn't a crisis — it's just a plot twist. 💄✨ xoxo melis 🎙️ Now What?! Podcast by Motivate with Melis 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple 📸 IG: @motivatewithmelis 📺 YouTube: @MelissaMurphyNowWhatPodcast 🌐 motivatewithmelis.com 📩 info@motivatewithmelis.com

    45 min

  8. FEB 12

    (#55) Cupid Called… And We Answered ☕️💌 How a Podcast, a Teacher, and a Comedy Date Turned Into Real Love

    💖 Valentine's Week Special Show Notes Gloss Squad… it's your girl Melis — but after this episode, you can just call me Cupid. 🏹✨ This Valentine's Day special is not just cute. It's not just romantic. It's not just "awww." It's actual, real-life, midlife magic that started… right here on Now What?!  In this Valentine's Week Special, you'll hear: ✨ How a podcast episode sparked a real-life relationship ✨ Why friends setting you up might be the move ✨ The surprising truth about "butterflies" vs. feeling safe ✨ And why Christmas wrapping paper in April might actually be a green flag If you've ever wondered: 💭 "Should I let my friend set me up?" 💭 "Why doesn't this feel dramatic… is that bad?" 💭 "What does healthy love actually feel like in midlife?" This episode is your Valentine. Because sometimes love doesn't come from an app. Sometimes it comes from hitting play. Happy Valentine's Day, Gloss Squad. 💕 And remember… midlife isn't a crisis — it's just a plot twist. 💄✨ xoxo melis

    42 min
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Welcome to Now What, the podcast that dives into the heart of midlife and all its twists and turns. Whether you're feeling lost, bored, or wondering what your next move should be, you're not alone. Join Melis as she explores the ups, downs, and everything in between, offering insights and real talk to help you find your way through this new chapter. Together, we'll navigate the midlife maze and discover what's next. Let's go!

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  • Creator
    Melissa Murphy
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Now What