In this episode of The Midsters Podcast, Mary-Anne and Leslie Ann travel to the heart of the Pacific — the breathtaking Galápagos Islands — alongside acclaimed photographer Jay Fleming for an immersive photography workshop unlike anything else.

Jay shares his journey from growing up around science and storytelling to preserving disappearing cultures and environments through his lens. From underwater encounters with marine iguanas and sharks to the quiet patience photography teaches, this conversation explores creativity, discipline, community, and seeing the world with deeper intention.

More than a travel story, this episode reveals how art can connect people, protect history, and transform the way we experience life.

Learn more about Jay’s work and workshops at JayFlemingPhotography.com.

In this episode of The Midsters Podcast, we’re joined by Susan Hall, founder of Decide Happy, who shares how happiness isn’t a personality trait — it’s a daily practice built through small, intentional choices.

After experiencing a year that completely transformed her life, including a rare cancer diagnosis and a series of unimaginable challenges, Susan discovered that while we can’t control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond. Together, we explore the difference between happiness and joy, why gratitude is a powerful mindset tool, and how naming and feeling our emotions actually builds resilience rather than weakness.

Susan breaks down simple, practical strategies for shifting perspective, building emotional strength, and creating a life filled with connection, calm, contribution, and growth — even during the hardest seasons.

This episode is a powerful reminder that happiness isn’t about perfect circumstances. It’s about learning to meet life with courage, intention, and compassion.

Check out Susan Hall's book here: https://www.decidehappy.com/book

In this episode of The Midsters Podcast, we sit down with Cheryl Dillon to explore what it really means to create a life that feels joyful, intentional, and deeply fulfilling. Cheryl shares the heart behind her philosophy of “Funderful Experiences”—the idea that we don’t have to wait for the perfect moment to live fully. We can create meaning, connection, and adventure right where we are.

We talk about midlife transitions, self-discovery, and why learning to become your own best friend is one of the most powerful shifts you can make. This episode is a reminder that growth can be fun, healing can be exciting, and purpose doesn’t have to feel heavy—it can feel funderful.

Learn more about Cheryl’s work: funderfulexperiences.com

Listen on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Pandora. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Con-iyQhCEk