Family roles get assigned early, but they don’t have to be life sentences. We’re joined by three of our cousins for a full Fab Five catch-up, and what starts as pure nostalgia quickly turns into an honest talk about identity, adulthood, and the invisible “rules” we learned growing up together.

We get into the fun stuff first: Blockbuster style Friday nights, Scholastic Book Fair versus field day, fading physical media, and why a library run used to feel like an event. Then we pivot to books, reading slumps, audiobooks, and how our Turn The Paige book club stays consistent by focusing on connection over perfection. If you’ve been craving community, this part is your permission slip to show up even when life is busy.

From there, we go deeper into birth order dynamics and birth order psychology. We talk through youngest sibling traits like dependence and people pleasing, the middle child experience of staying out of the spotlight, and oldest child pressure including perfectionism, responsibility, and that weird moment when you realize your parents’ timeline doesn’t fit the world we live in now. Along the way, we unpack what it means to question authority, why that can be a strength, and how we think about raising strong-willed kids, especially as Black women.

You’ll laugh (yes, the belly button fan and 911 story makes an appearance), and you’ll leave with language for your own family patterns.

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A sharp pain in your hip can mess with your workouts, your sleep, and your mood but what messes with you even more is being told it’s “nothing” when you know it isn’t. Tajuana records a candid solo check-in right before a virtual appointment, reflecting on turning 40 and how that milestone is pushing her into a new era of non-avoidance, self-trust, and speaking up sooner.

She walks through her history as a gymnast, years of back flare-ups, and the way this right hip pain keeps showing up no matter how much she stretches. After a dismissive orthopaedic visit, she goes for a second opinion and finally gets clarity from new imaging and a doctor who takes the time to explain what’s happening. The diagnosis: femoroacetabular impingement, specifically cam impingement, where extra bone on the femur can rub in the hip joint and create that stubborn “C-shaped” hip pain. From there we get into realistic next steps like physical therapy to strengthen glutes, hips, and core and why surgery is the last resort.

The conversation widens into the bigger point: self-advocacy in healthcare. Tajuana connects the dots to advocating for an adult ADHD diagnosis and treatment, and to recognising postpartum depression symptoms and getting help. She also names the extra layer Black women carry when it comes to not being believed. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or afraid to “be too much,” let this be your permission slip to keep pushing for answers.

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Your closet can be full and still feel like you have nothing to wear, especially when your body and your life have changed and your wardrobe never caught up. We sit down with personal stylist Salifya Akers to talk about plus size fashion with zero shame and a lot of clarity: dress for the woman you are today, not the version of you you’re trying to “get back” to.

Salifya breaks down why the size tag is basically unreliable across stores, why squeezing into a smaller size can actually make you look bigger, and how a great fit creates instant confidence. We also get into the mindset shift that helps most: style “rules” can be helpful tools, but they are not laws. From wide leg jeans and texture to layering tricks that make pieces work harder, she shares plus size styling tips that feel doable, not trendy for trend’s sake.

Then we go practical with what changes outfits the fastest: undergarments. We talk supportive bras, when shapewear helps, why “nothing looks right” can start with your foundation layers, and how a good tailor can turn a boxy piece into a favourite. You’ll also hear brand talk and shopping realities, from online returns to finding size-inclusive clothing that actually feels like you.

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Episode crossover - Blair had Tajuana on her podcast, Compassion Season and Tajuana is sharing it on Turn the Paige Podcast

We catch up like cousins do, starting with milestone birthdays and ending in the kind of honesty that makes you feel seen. We talk grief, family legacy, spirituality, creativity, and an adult ADHD diagnosis as a real pathway to self-trust and better care.

• Turning 40 as a milestone and a mirror
• Planning pressure, reflection, and letting birthdays be calmer
• Trying new things like halo therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, and readings
• A medium session that brings through their grandmother and leaves validation
• Grandparents as models for empathy, patience, and calm directness
• The “different version” of parents as grandparents and what that reveals
• Parenting choices around emotions, crying, and not rushing to fix
• Building Turn the Page Podcast with intentional guests and no rigid script
• Growing a newsletter, virtual book club, website, and blog as community tools
• Adult ADHD diagnosis, testing, family history, and life-changing medication
• Dopamine hits, rabbit holes, time blindness, and screen time realities
• Millennial nostalgia, comfort rewatches, and the memories that shaped them

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One wrong click deleted a full recording, so I’m coming to you from my phone with a very real reminder: creators don’t need more pressure, we need better systems. That’s where AI has earned a spot in our workflow at Turn the Paige. I’m walking through exactly how we use ChatGPT and other AI features as a practical assistant across our podcast, Instagram content, Pinterest marketing, monthly newsletter, book club, Etsy shop, and our Squarespace website.

I break it down into the specific areas where AI saves us time without stealing our personality: brainstorming when we have a feeling but not a clean topic, getting what’s already in our heads out through a fast brain dump, and supporting writing so it sounds polished while still sounding like us. We also talk about repurposing content so one podcast can turn into multiple pins and posts, plus the unglamorous admin tasks like SEO excerpts, formatting, proofreading, titles, descriptions, hashtags, and strong CTAs. If you’ve ever spent hours trying to write the perfect caption or podcast summary, you’ll recognise the relief.

We also get into research and growth, including how we use AI to find resources, draft professional outreach, and think through brand aligned sponsorship ideas during the podcast monetisation process. And if you’re navigating ADHD and entrepreneurship, I share how AI helps with organising, clarifying, and staying focused when hyperfixation hits. The biggest takeaway is the boundary: AI can assist, but it cannot replace our opinions, lived experiences, humour, or real conversation.

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Summer doesn’t just end, it disappears, and if you’re a parent you can feel it in your bones. Tajuana hops on for a raw solo check-in from home (with a sick kid nearby) and talks about why the last weeks of summer can bring real sadness, not just mild nostalgia. Warm weather, long evenings, pool days, and that no-routine freedom can make us feel like our best selves, and saying goodbye to it can feel like a yearly grieving process.

We also get honest about big life transitions: this being Tajuana's last summer in her 30s, turning 40 soon, and watching kids move into new stages like second grade and “big school.” That mix of gratitude and ache is so familiar in motherhood and adulthood, where you’re trying to stay present while the calendar keeps sprinting forward. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just let the season go?” you’ll recognize yourself here.

Then we zoom out to Fall. We love the cozy parts, pumpkin rules included, and we also name the other side: back-to-school pressure, packed schedules, and the dread that can come with shorter days, daylight savings time, and seasonal depression. Tajuana also shares why 9/11 still brings heavy emotions, and how certain dates remind us that time keeps moving, whether we’re ready or not.

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Forty is close enough to feel it in your bones and sometimes in your lower back too. Tajuana goes solo and tells the truth about what it feels like to stand at the edge of a new decade as an elder millennial: grateful for the life you built, surprised by how fast time moved, and a little shaken by the question, “What’s next?” If you have ever felt nervous about turning 40, or you never fully pictured your life past 30, you will feel seen here.

We talk about the unglamorous parts that still shape everything, like chronic back pain, stress, and cycle-related flare ups, plus what it looks like to actually listen to your body. Tajuana shares a late ADHD diagnosis, how medication and self-awareness change the inner narrative, and why hormone tracking, perimenopause curiosity, and mental health support can belong in the same conversation. The bigger theme is boundaries: caring less about opinions, saying no when it is not a hell yes, and choosing self-care without guilt.

There is also a playful side to growth. We get into trying new things that once felt “woo-woo” like a psychic reading, tarot, and a medium, alongside everyday experiments like acupuncture, a weighted blanket, and a planner system that finally clicks. You will also hear about the parenting shift when both kids are in school, the freedom that creates, and the logistics that multiply overnight. We zoom out to building the Turn The Paige community through the podcast and book club, and even how AI tools like ChatGPT can help when you need a starting point.

If something here sparks a thought, share it with a friend who is entering a new decade, then subscribe, leave a review, and tell us what you are bringing into your next chapter.

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Wine can get weirdly intimidating fast. One person is talking about tannins and decanters, another is judging your grocery store bottle, and meanwhile you just want something that tastes good after a long day. We’re changing that energy with Jamicia Stamps, the wine-loving creator behind SelecTaste LLC (@_selectaste), who joins us for a fun, honest chat that makes wine feel approachable, personal, and way less serious.

We talk about how she got deeper into wine through her part-time job at Total Wine and More, what those wine classes are really like, and why tasting flights are structured from lighter pours to bolder reds. You’ll hear our real preferences (Riesling fans, sparkling lovers, rosé loyalty, and a few “I’m still learning red” confessions), plus how your palate can shift from sweet wine to drier styles over time. We also get into easy wine pairing ideas, including wine and cheese, snacks, and the simple truth that you can pair what you like with what you’re eating.

Then we zoom out into the experience side of wine: Virginia wineries, wine tours, the Virginia Wine Expo, and bucket-list wine travel like Sicily, Italy, and Napa Valley. We even touch on orange wine, celebrity bottles, and why shipping wine can turn into a whole saga.

Grab your favorite glass and hang with us for a conversation that feels like friends at the table.

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