EPISODE 12: F*ck, My Gut’s in Charge! with Dr. Craig Haifer

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In this episode of F*ck, I’m Nearly 50!, I sit down with gut health guru and academic powerhouse Dr. Craig Haifer - gastroenterologist, researcher, and the man who made me say, “Wait… poo transplants are a thing?!”

We go deep (pun fully intended): bloating, brain fog, the gut-brain connection, inflammation, immune overload, and why your 40s and 50s might be screaming “help me” from the inside out.

This isn’t woo-woo wellness. It’s the science-backed, slightly awkward, completely fascinating conversation every midlifer needs to hear.

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This episode gets into:

💩 The real deal on faecal microbiota transplants (yep, we said poo)

🧠 Why your gut could be causing your mood swings, fatigue or fog

🔥 How hormones, stress and midlife chaos show up in your microbiome

🥗 What to actually eat for better gut health (it’s simpler than you think)

🚽 Why “Poo at Work” would be Craig’s billboard message to the world

🏥 The wellness myths Craig can’t stand and what actually works

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Craig brings his brilliant, grounded, science-first mind to a conversation that will make you rethink everything from your morning smoothie to your afternoon slump.

Whether you’re battling bloating, stuck in survival mode, or just curious about how to feel better, this one’s for you.

Hit play, trust your gut, and maybe text your bestie: “OMG, you have to hear this episode. Also… have you ever heard of a poo transplant?” 💥

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🌐 Learn more about Dr. Craig Haifer: https://www.craighaifer.com/

🌐 Connect on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/craig-haifer

🧪 Research: https://research.unsw.edu.au/people/adjassocprof-craig-haifer

🏥 St Vincents practice: https://www.sydneycolorectalclinic.com.au

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EPISODE 11: F*ck, I’m Not Invisible! with Shelly Horton

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In this episode of F*ck, I’m Nearly 50!, I sit down with the unfiltered, fabulous force that is Shelly Horton - journalist, media entrepreneur, founder of Don’t Sweat It, and your official Peri Godmother 👑.

We go there: perimenopause, midlife invisibility, hot flushes in the boardroom, hormone chaos, libido slumps, crying in Woolies, and what happens when your doctor tells you “it’s just stress.” 🙄 Spoiler alert: it’s not.

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This conversation dives into:

🔥 WTF perimenopause moments (and why we need to laugh through them)

💪 How to reclaim power when the world tells you to quiet down

👩‍⚕️ The medical gaslighting too many women still face

📣 Why Shelly is DONE with silence and building a midlife rebellion

📚 The behind-the-scenes truth of writing I’m Your Peri Godmother

🪄 Her magic-wand wish for how the world treats women in their 40s and 50s

Shelly brings her trademark humour, rage, wisdom, and realness and reminds us that this isn’t the end of anything. Midlife is just the beginning.

Whether you’re knee-deep in brain fog, figuring out HRT, or just wondering if you’re losing your mind, this one’s for you. 🔥

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Hit play, feel seen, and then go pre-order the book, text your peri posse, or book that long-overdue doctor appointment. You’ve got this. 💥

📘 Order Shelly’s book, I’m Your Peri Godmother from Amazon, Booktopia or listen to it on Audible.

🌐 Shelly’s website: https://dontsweatit.com.au

📲 Shelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyhorton1/

📺 Don’t Sweat It on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontsweatitmenopause/

👩‍💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellyhorton/

🎤 ShellShocked Media: https://shellshockedmedia.com

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📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together.

Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀

EPISODE 10: F*ck, Let’s Talk About Friendship! with Maddie Marsh

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In this episode of F*ck, I’m Nearly 50!, I sit down with one of my forever people, Maddie Marsh, to talk about midlife friendships, the real, the raw, and the ridiculously funny. 👯‍♀️

We met in the classic mid-30s way, a mother’s group, two 8-week-old babies, no sleep, and one bright pair of trainers (mine, naturally). Fast forward 12 years and our friendship has survived playdates, water parks, Big Burp Enterprises (yes, that’s a thing), career pivots, identity wobbles, and some full-on life curveballs.

This conversation dives into:

💥 The chaos and intensity of newborn friendships

🎢 Why long-term friendships evolve, and how to keep them going

🧠 The emotional labour of being a good friend (and when to let one go)

👀 Why you might need a friendship “audit” in your 40s

📱 Digital vs IRL friendships, and why nothing beats a real hug

💡 How to build chosen family when life pulls you in 100 directions

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Maddie brings her signature honesty, drama, humour, and heart, and reminds us that great friendships aren’t about being in touch all the time, they’re about showing up when it matters most.

Whether you’ve got a ride-or-die crew or feel like you’re starting over, this one’s for you. ❤️

Hit play, laugh along, and then go text your best mate. Better yet, plan something fun, messy, and memory-making. 🥟🎳🦈

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Let me know what you'd love to hear about next.

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💬 Join the community – Follow me on Instagram @fckimnearlyfifty and share your thoughts on this episode. Or connect with me on LinkedIn.

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📢 Spread the word – If you loved this episode, share it with a friend (or 10). Because midlife is better when we figure it out together.

Because f*ck, we’re nearly 50, and isn’t that amazing? 🚀