In this powerful episode of Midlife: Unmasked, we sit down with the founders of Harmoni Wellness, two seasoned Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners with more than two decades of combined experience in OB/GYN care. After years of listening to women describe feeling dismissed, confused, or unsure whether their symptoms were “normal,” they decided to create something different—a place where women are truly heard.

Harmoni Wellness was built on a shared mission: to shift the narrative around women’s midlife health by offering evidence-based care, compassionate listening, and tools that honor the whole person.

Together, we dive into:

• Why so many women endure symptoms in silence

• How to recognize when something feels “off” during life transitions

• What mind-body harmony really means—and why it’s essential for long-term well-being

• Practical, empowering ways to reconnect with your body and reclaim your health

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, feeling the effects of hormonal shifts, or simply seeking more clarity and confidence in your well-being, this episode reminds you that you’re not alone—and that better support is possible.

Tune in to rediscover your voice, your balance, and your path back to yourself.

In this inspiring episode of Midlife: Unmasked, we sit down with Jennifer M. Olson—a transformational healthcare executive, award-winning strategist, and board leader known for reshaping how organizations think, operate, and grow. As Founder and Managing Partner of BlueInnovo Advisors, Jennifer brings more than 20 years of experience driving enterprise-level impact across complex health systems. She’s not only a visionary strategist—she’s a gifted coach who helps high-potential leaders navigate their own “what’s next.”

Jennifer shares how midlife can become a powerful pivot point for reinvention, renewed purpose, and strategic self-leadership. We explore career transitions, the realities of leading with integrity in high-pressure environments, and the opportunities midlife women have to step into their most influential chapter yet.

We also talk about her journey from Management Engineer at the University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, to Deloitte’s Healthcare and Strategy Practice, to becoming a 2023 Healthcare Hero, a Real Power 50 honoree, and one of the Top Women in Business in Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Whether you're navigating a career crossroads, leveling up your leadership, or simply reimagining your next chapter, Jennifer’s insights offer both clarity and courage.

Join us for a conversation filled with strategy, heart, and the reminder that midlife isn’t a decline—it's a strategic advantage.

Midlife: Unmasked — Let’s Talk Women: The Change (with Katie Severt) - Event Date November 6, 2025

Hot flashes. Brain fog. Sleep that ghosts you at 3 a.m. In this candid conversation, I’m joined by Katie Severt from Let’s Talk Women – The Change to demystify menopause and put midlife health back where it belongs—front and center. We unpack what’s normal, what’s treatable, and what every woman deserves to know about hormones, heart health, mood, metabolism, and the care options that actually help.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

• Let’s Talk Women Midlife: is a full-day conference bringing together nationally recognized voices and local experts to spark a powerful and much-needed conversation about midlife.

  From perimenopause menopause. This is a stage of life often overlooked, yet deeply impactful for millions of women.

  Building your support circle: community, credible resources, and when to seek specialty care

• Join us on Midlife Unmasked and on LIVE on November 6th!

In this empowering episode of Midlife: Unmasked, we uncover how women in midlife can take charge of their health, well-being, and independence with clarity—not confusion. From navigating hormonal changes and understanding preventive screenings to making sense of digital health tools and credible information sources, this conversation is about informed action, not overwhelm.

Join host Dr. Robin Austin and her guest expert Sarah Tupper, MS, APRN, FNP-BC, DipACLM, MSCP as they discuss practical strategies for becoming your own best health advocate, building confidence in conversations with providers, and using technology wisely to stay strong, connected, and self-reliant.

Whether you’re facing menopause, caring for aging parents, or simply redefining what health means in your 40s, 50s, and beyond—this episode offers the insight, science, and inspiration to help you live midlife on your own terms.

Tune in to learn how information becomes power—and how empowered women build healthier, more independent futures.

In this powerful episode of 24 Days Without You: A Mother’s Story, A Movement for Change, we sit down with Annie Sterle—maternal health advocate, speaker, and filmmaker. After surviving amniotic fluid embolism (AFE), a rare and life-threatening obstetric emergency, Annie transformed her own near-tragedy into a mission for change. She shares her journey through resilience, caregiving, and postpartum depression, and how hope became her compass. Annie now dedicates her life to amplifying maternal voices, reshaping systems of care, and sparking a movement to ensure better outcomes for mothers and families everywhere.

Midlife can feel like a season of depletion—but it’s also a powerful opportunity to realign and renew. In this episode of Midlife Unmasked, Dr. Sarah Bird, a functional medicine physician and women’s health expert, joins us to explore how resilience practices and functional medicine approaches can help women reclaim their health, vitality, and sense of self.

We dive into the tools and strategies that support physical balance, emotional well-being, and whole-person renewal, offering a roadmap for women who want to move through midlife with strength, clarity, and joy.

Are you feeling stretched thin caring for both your kids and your aging parents—while still trying to keep your own life afloat? You’re not alone. This episode of Midlife Unmasked dives deep into the realities of the sandwich generation and how midlife women can build resilience, set boundaries, and actually care for themselves while caring for others.

We welcome Dr. Sherry Chesak is a Clinical Professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Chesak is a registered nurses with a Master of Science degree focusing in Nursing Education and a PhD in Nursing. She is arecognized nurse leader and scientist who investigates resilience-promoting interventions for both professional and family caregivers. Her program of research is centered on care for the caregiver, and she primarily studies mindfulness-based interventions that promote resilience and mitigate stressamong clinicians and family caregivers. She has led inter-disciplinary teams in the assessment of stress and burnout over time and identifying predictors of burnout.

Is sitting the new smoking? In this episode of Midlife Unmasked, we tackle one of midlife’s biggest health hurdles—sedentary living. Between careers, caregiving, and the daily grind, it’s easy to slip into routines that keep us glued to our chairs. But the truth is, movement is medicine.

We’ll explore how inactivity impacts our bodies, minds, and long-term health—and more importantly, simple, realistic ways to bring motion back into midlife. From science-backed strategies to everyday hacks, you’ll discover how small shifts can protect your heart, boost your mood, and even sharpen your brain.

Whether you’re a desk-bound professional, a caregiver constantly on call, or simply feeling stuck in a rut, this episode will motivate you to reclaim your energy and keep moving toward a healthier, more vibrant life.

🎧 Tune in to learn why motion isn’t just exercise—it’s a midlife survival strategy.