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• Louisa Nicola: from neuroscientist to neurophysiologist

  What if you could train your brain the same way you train your body?This week, Michelle sits down with neuroscientist and performance coach Louisa Nicola, founder of Neuro Athletics and one of the sharpest minds in the field of brain health. Louisa’s mission is bold: to end Alzheimer’s disease. And her work spans from elite athletes to everyday women navigating midlife, menopause, and changing hormones. Louisa shares her journey from Olympic hopeful to neuroscientist, after a life-changing accident, and how brain training became her obsession. Together, she and Michelle unpack the cutting-edge science - and the everyday lifestyle tweaks - that can help us protect our minds, sharpen our focus, and boost longevity.We cover:Why exercise really is medicine for the brainThe truth about estrogen, menopause, and why women are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer’sWhat’s actually happening when brain fog hits in perimenopause—and how to tell if it’s something more seriousThe role of sleep, sprint training, and even social connection in keeping your brain sharp in mid life and beyond Why sugar, alcohol, and “quick fix” health trends may be sabotaging your long-term brain healthLouisa’s go-to daily rituals for mental clarity This episode is equal parts science, strategy, and straight talk - perfect for any woman who wants to feel clearer, stronger, and more in control of her brain health at every stage of life.You can find out more about Louisa at https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/ or follow her on https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/?hl=en A huge thanks to Hey Sister! and 12WBT for making this episode possible. Hey Sister!! Hey Sister! provides natural period pain, PMS and Menopause relief. For 20% your next Hey Sister! order click here https://tiny.heysister.com/12wbt or use code 12WBT at checkout. This season of We Have a Situation was Executive Produced by Monica Reid Want to send us a message? Reach out via the We Have a Situation Instagram Page: @we_have_a_situation

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• Olivia Arezzolo: Sleep, Chronotypes & 3am Wakeups

  Sleep expert and author Olivia Arezzolo joins Michelle to unpack why so many women struggle with sleep during perimenopause and menopause - and what you can actually do about it.From hormonal chaos and night sweats to that dreaded 3am wake-up, Olivia shares science-backed strategies to help you get the rest you need. Whether you’re feeling wired but exhausted or just want to wake up feeling like yourself again, this episode is packed with practical answers. Olivia talks us through her 4 step plan for getting back to sleep, why sleeping in separate beds might actually work for your sex life, strategies to deal with ongoing sleeplessness and she recommends using a pair of 100% Blue Light blocking glasses - with red and orange lenses. For more practical tips you can find Olivia on instagram @oliviaarezzolo or via her website oliviaarezzolo.com.au/  A huge thanks to Hey Sister! and 12WBT for making this episode possible. Hey Sister!! Hey Sister! provides natural period pain, PMS and Menopause relief. For 20% your next Hey Sister! order click here tiny.heysister.com/12wbt or use code 12WBT at checkout. This season of We Have a Situation was Executive Produced by Monica Reid Want to send us a message? Reach out via the We Have a Situation Instagram Page: @we_have_a_situation

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• Hey Sister! Mailbag: Perimenopause Training Secrets You Need to Know

  Today, Michelle is diving back into the Hey Sister! Mailbag and answering your questions about one of the biggest transitions women face: perimenopause - and how training, lifestyle, and mindset can help us navigate our way through it. This episode is personal. Michelle shares her journey of discovering she was in perimenopause (during lockdown no less), the choice to go on HRT now known as MHT (Menopausal Hormone Therapy), and how she now approaches training, nutrition and life. Spoiler: strength training, fueling your body and proper recovery are non-negotiables! We cover: Why your metabolism isn’t “broken” - and how the right training can fire it back upThe sleep–fuel connection: what you should eat, when and why rest is a must Yoga and Pilates are great... but here’s why they can’t be the only thing you doThe eternal debate: weights vs cardioWhat really works when it comes to managing weight in midlife -  no fads, just factsSupplements Michelle recommends: Creatine, Vitamin D (sun and spray), Magnesium (glycinate for sleep and relaxation and malate for energy and muscle recovery), pre and probiotics, protein (20-30g per meal) and Omega 3s (500-1000 milligrams). A huge thanks to Hey Sister! and 12WBT for making this episode possible. Hey Sister!! Hey Sister! provides natural period pain, PMS and Menopause relief. For 20% your next Hey Sister! order click here https://tiny.heysister.com/12wbt or use code 12WBT at checkout. This season of We Have a Situation was Executive Produced by Monica ReidGot a question for the next HeySister Mailbag? Send it our way! Via the We Have a Situation Instagram Page:@we_have_a_situation

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• Gemma O’Neill: Why Women are Better Negotiators

  In this episode, Michelle sits down with powerhouse media executive and entrepreneur Gemma O’Neill, whose 25-year career spans high-stakes negotiations, creative reinvention, and building spaces for women to thrive. From working alongside Nicole Kidman to co-founding Besties with Jackie O, Gemma has learned a thing or two about owning her voice - and now she’s sharing it with us.We cover: The exact steps of a successful negotiation and how to set the tone with confidenceWhy women are naturally good at negotiatingHow to use language, energy, and even your outfit to shift negotiation fear into powerWhy women still lag behind in salary conversations and how to change thatWant more of Gemma?Listen to the Besties Podcast and explore courses and community at wearebesties.comA huge thanks to Hey Sister! and 12WBT for making this episode possible. Hey Sister!! Hey Sister! provides natural period pain, PMS and Menopause relief. For 20% your next Hey Sister! order click here https://tiny.heysister.com/12wbt or use code 12WBT at checkout. This season of We Have a Situation was Executive Produced by Monica Reid

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• Dr Justine Corry: Divorce and Why we’re Hopeless Observers of Ourselves

  Dr Justine Corry is a former clinical psychologist turned relationship and executive coach, and the creator of The Relationship Reinvention Method and The Self-Led Woman framework. Dr Justine Corry joins Michelle to unpack why it's so hard to leave toxic relationships - even when we know we should. With over 20 years of experience, Dr Justine helps women move beyond survival mode and into a new way of relating. In this episode Michelle and Dr Justine explore the emotional patterns that keep us stuck, the shame that can follow heartbreak, and how to gently rebuild trust in ourselves. From navigating narcissistic exes to co-parenting after divorce, Justine shares practical, compassionate tools for anyone starting over.Whether you're fresh out of a breakup or quietly questioning a long-standing pattern, this conversation is for you.If you’d like to hear more from Dr Justine you can find her here: https://shorturl.at/IG0PG Or to download the free guide mentioned in today's episode:The 8 Hidden Patterns That Keep Smart Women Stuck After a break-up, Separation and Divorce FREE GUIDEA huge thanks to Hey Sister! and 12WBT for making this episode possible. Hey Sister!! Hey Sister! provides natural period pain, PMS and Menopause relief. For 20% your next Hey Sister! order click here https://tiny.heysister.com/12wbt or use code 12WBT at checkout. This season of We Have a Situation was Executive Produced by Monica Reid.

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