Postcards From Midlife

By: Lorraine Candy & Trish Halpin
  • Summary

  • Are you living in a hormonal hothouse, feeling a little overwhelmed and in need of some positive, uplifting and comforting guidance on how to lead a more magnificent midlife? Well, you're not alone and this podcast is for you. Hosts Lorraine and Trish chat with celebrities and experts on all things midlife, from menopause and perimenopause to parenting teens via fashion, beauty, wellness, nutrition, fitness, careers, relationships and finances. The witty duo, who have been editing glossy magazines for more than two decades, have six children, two husbands, two dogs and one cat between them. They share their personal stories alongside the advice and wisdom of spirited women with extraordinary stories to tell. And they ask experts all the questions you need answered to have a healthier, happier and more harmonious second act.

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Episodes
  • Parenting & exam anxiety: practical tips to help teens cope plus what to do if they won't revise
    May 7 2025
    It's exam season for parents & caregivers of teens so hosts Trish and Lorraine deliver the complete guide to helping the whole family cope with stress, anxiety, panic and nerves. From when to step in with revision, questions to ask post exam, easy tricks to make their days calmer, tips to avoid nagging and how to be the parent they come to for advice. Plus how to motivate the 'bare minimum' child.

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    19 mins
  • Lucinda Light: the midlife MAFS sensation’s next chapter
    May 4 2025

    Lorraine & Trish are joined by the breakout star of MAFS Australia who won the hearts of millions across the globe with her warm hearted empathy, wisdom, loving care and advice. Lucinda shares her life philosophies, including the ‘5 agreements’ she lives by; how she healed from heartbreak & put herself back together as well as coming to terms with never being a mum. Find out what happened when the cameras stopped rolling and how she discovered the real purpose the world had for her. Plus: Why rowing is good for your relationship & - wardrobe update - why Trish is sporting compression socks!



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    48 mins
  • Sally Phillips on Bridget Jones, friendship, divorce, botox, family and Hugh Grant
    Apr 6 2025
    In the final show of the season Lorraine & Trish meet feminist comedy legend Sally Phillips, who plays Bridget Jones ride or die Shazzer in all four films. Sally chats about filming Mad About The Boy, the fourth and most successful movie of the franchise, as well as the power of her female friends, ageing on screen, life as a mum of 3 sons, and what it's like to find your power in your 50s. Plus: practical life, love & health tips from the past 24 shows and why Lorraine won't allow hats indoors, shrugging or sweaters as scarves.

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    45 mins
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