The Tamsen Show

Relationships end at a dramatically higher rate during midlife, and a lot of the time, it's women who are walking away. But before you decide what this transition means for your relationship, there's something you need to understand first.

In this episode, Tamsen gets honest about what this transition actually does to your closest relationships, including her own. Because the distance that grows between partners during this time is real, but it is not always what it looks like.

Whether you've been snapping at your partner for reasons you can't fully explain, pulling away without knowing how to stop, or wondering if what you're feeling is this transition or something deeper, this episode meets you where you are.

You'll learn:

- Why the irritability and pulling away is hormonal and what your partner is experiencing on the other side of it

- The difference between spontaneous and responsive desire and why understanding it changed everything for Tamsen's own marriage

- What to actually say to your partner when you don't have the words yet

- How to tell the difference between a relationship that needs attention and one that is genuinely over

- What to hand your partner so you don't have to explain every piece of it yourself

This episode is part of the How To Menopause series, where Tamsen goes deeper on each chapter of her book right here on the podcast. Less than twenty minutes, everything you need to know.

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If you like this episode, then you will love: The Men’s Guide to Menopause, What Partners Need to Know and How to Help

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Dr. Jason Fung, MD, is one of the leading voices challenging everything diet culture has taught women about food, weight, and willpower. If you've ever blamed yourself for not having enough discipline around food, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Dr. Jason Fung sits down with Tamsen Fadal to debunk the "calories in, calories out" myth and reveal how hormones, ultra-processed foods, and different types of hunger play a much bigger role than we've been led to believe.

He explains the three types of hunger, why you’re not losing weight, and what’s actually happening to women’s bodies during perimenopause. He also talks about insulin, fasting, and mindset shifts that will make you healthier, happier, and more energized.

Tamsen and Dr. Fung discuss:

- The three types of hunger: homeostatic, hedonic, and conditioned

- Why ultra-processed foods lead to cravings and overeating

- Insulin, fat storage, and energy crashes after eating

- Perimenopause, menopause, and belly fat: what your hormones are really doing

- Practical ways to reduce “food noise” and mindless eating

- Intermittent fasting for women

- Why women gain weight without changing their habits

If weight gain has you frustrated and nutrition advice has you confused, this episode cuts through the noise and gives you the framework you need to become your happiest, healthiest self.

If you liked this episode of The Tamsen Show, listen to #1 Dietitian: Do THIS and You Will Never Feel Guilty About Eating Again,  The Belly Fat Episode: The Truth About Muscle Loss, Menopause, and Midlife Fatigue, and  The Gut Doctor: How to Boost Energy and Lose Belly Fat

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So you've heard about hot flashes and night sweats. Maybe you've even heard about brain fog. But nobody sat you down and said: by the way, the tissue of your entire pelvic region is completely dependent on estrogen to stay healthy. And when it drops, everything changes.

And most women have no idea, because no one told them.

But here's what Tamsen wants you to know: there are actual treatments for this and most women have never been told they exist. Whether you're on hormone therapy or never plan to be, this is its own conversation entirely.

You'll learn:

- What GSM is, why 100% of women experience it to some degree, and why it gets worse if you wait

- The symptoms most women quietly adapt to without realizing they don't have to

- Why the most common treatment is considered safe even for women who've been told hormones are off the table

- How recurrent UTIs in menopause are connected to estrogen loss and what actually treats the

- What to bring to your doctor and how to ask for it

This episode is part of the How to Menopause series, where Tamsen goes deeper on each chapter of her book right here on the podcast. Less than twenty minutes, everything you need to know.

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Emma Grede is an entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Good American and Skims.

In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Emma is sitting down with Tamsen Fadal to unpack the scarcity mindset that holds so many women back and explains how you can turn fear, failure, and discomfort into confidence, clarity, and success.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, held back by fear, or unsure how to take the next step in your career or life, this episode is for you.

Drawing on her experience building billion-dollar brands, Emma shares the mindset shifts, discipline, and decision-making strategies that helped her overcome self-doubt and create lasting success in business and life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- How to overcome fear, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs

- Mindset shifts to create the life you want

- How to stop letting emotions control your decisions

- The role of discipline in building confidence and success

- How to advocate for yourself in your career and life

- How to gain clarity on what you truly want (not what others expect)

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, building confidence, or trying to figure out what you really want, this conversation will give you the tools to move forward.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a new perspective on confidence, mindset, and success and the tools to start going after what you really want.

Stay connected with Tamsen:

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Jennie Garth is an actress, entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and cultural icon best known for her role as Kelly Taylor on Beverly Hills, 90210. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, she sits down with Tamsen Fadal for a vulnerable conversation about fame, imposter syndrome, and how she finally learned to love and accept herself after years of self-doubt.

From struggling with insecurity and people-pleasing to developing unshakable confidence in her 50s, Jennie shares the personal stories, practical advice, and mindset shifts that helped her become a more resilient, self-assured, and grounded in who she is.

In this episode, Tamsen and Jennie discuss:

- How to choose yourself without guilt

- Why women struggle with people-pleasing

- Overcoming imposter syndrome and comparison

- The confidence, self-love, and emotional resilience that comes in midlife

- Perimenopause symptoms (brain fog, anxiety, and more)

- Finding purpose in business, creativity, and community

- Letting go of insecurity and the need for external validation

- Healing your inner child and transforming your self-image

If you’re tired of putting everyone else first, this conversation will change the way you see yourself and what you believe you deserve.

If you like this episode, then you will love:  From Sports Illustrated to Sephora: How Molly Sims Reinvented Herself in Midlife

Stay connected with Tamsen:

⁠⁠⁠⁠Get ⁠Tamsen's newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ filled with free tools⁠ to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone

Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠ from Tamsen 

Watch all the episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Medical Disclaimer:

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show.
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