Episodes

  • The GenX Identity Crisis (and Why We Might Be the Cool Ones After All)

    The GenX Identity Crisis (and Why We Might Be the Cool Ones After All)
    May 22 2025

    Gen X is having a moment—sort of. We’re the forgotten middle child of generations: too analog for Gen Z, too online for Boomers, and often left out of the conversation entirely. In this episode, Jessica Shaw explores the modern Gen X identity crisis, from unexpected layoffs and ageism to Vogue’s bold claim that we might actually be the cool ones now. She reflects on generational whiplash, parenting digital-native kids obsessed with ’80s music, and what happens when silence feels easier than speaking up. If you're navigating midlife with a sense of humor, a side of rage, and a Smiths playlist in the background, this one's for you.


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    14 mins
  • I Carried a Watermelon: Gen X, Midlife Panic, and the Power of Small Victories

    I Carried a Watermelon: Gen X, Midlife Panic, and the Power of Small Victories
    May 1 2025
    Jessica Shaw is no longer TBD. Instead, she's back with a new show name to deliver a LOL, brutally honest take on what it means to be Gen X right now. From Friday night fatigue to midlife job uncertainty, financial anxiety, and the joy of early bird dinner reservations, Jessica dives into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes heartbreaking realities of women in their 40s, 50s and beyond. Plus, she introduces a new segment- "I Carried a Watermelon"- a weekly ode to Gen X moments.

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    18 mins
  • Uzo Aduba on The Residence, defining roles and the importance of perseverance

    Uzo Aduba on The Residence, defining roles and the importance of perseverance
    Apr 17 2025

    When Uzo Aduba was offered the role that made her a household name, she had just decided to quit acting. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Uzo sits down with Jessica to talk about that pivotal day, how she’s navigated the space between roles, and what continues to guide her as an artist and person.

    Now starring as the brilliantly sharp Cordelia Cupp in The Residence on Netflix, Uzo reflects on the creative risks she’s taken, the moments that defined her path, and why asking for help — personally and professionally — has been one of her most powerful tools.

    They explore how to stay open to the unexpected, what it means to evolve in your work, and how to find clarity when the next step isn’t clear. This episode is for anyone standing at a crossroads or craving deeper fulfillment in their life and work.

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    22 mins
  • Geri Halliwell on Reinvention: From Spice Girls to Storyteller

    Geri Halliwell on Reinvention: From Spice Girls to Storyteller
    Apr 10 2025
    Geri Halliwell, aka Ginger Spice, joins us to talk about reinvention, resilience, and the power of embracing failure. From her Spice Girls days to becoming a bestselling author, Geri shares how she navigated career pivots, faced rejection, and found her creative voice through writing. Plus, we dive into her latest book, Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire and why embracing the "beautiful oops" moments in life might just be the key to success.

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    17 mins
  • A Different Direction: Tess Sanchez on Reinvention and Finding Purpose

    A Different Direction: Tess Sanchez on Reinvention and Finding Purpose
    Apr 2 2025
    What happens when the career you love is suddenly taken away? Former Hollywood casting executive Tess Sanchez knows the feeling all too well. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Tess shares the journey behind her new book, We've Decided to Go in a Different Direction, and how she navigated an unexpected career shift, personal upheavals, and the search for new purpose. If you’ve ever faced a layoff, questioned your identity beyond work, or wondered how to bounce back stronger, this episode is for you. Tune in for raw honesty, humor, and empowering insights on resilience, reinvention, and embracing life’s "painful favors."

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    17 mins
  • Bold Moves that Change Everything with Lola Ogunnaike

    Bold Moves that Change Everything with Lola Ogunnaike
    Mar 26 2025
    What was supposed to be a 10-day trip to Nigeria turned into a life changing journey. In this episode Lola Ogunnaike joins Jessica to discuss one woman's decision to relocate, balancing career, family, and identity in a new country. She shares the challenges and unexpected joy of embracing a fersh start and what t means to redefine home, success, and belonging.

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    24 mins
  • Invisible, Overlooked & Overloaded: Women at the crossroads of midlife with Leah Ruppanner

    Invisible, Overlooked & Overloaded: Women at the crossroads of midlife with Leah Ruppanner
    Mar 20 2025
    Why do so many women in their 40s, 50s and 60s feel like they're disappearing just as they hit their stride? In this episode, we explore the intersection of gender, age and societal expectations with sociologist and host of the MissPerceived podcast, Leah Ruppanner. From career challenges to caregiving pressure, we unpack why midlife can feel like a perfect storm and how women are navigating the turbulence.

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    29 mins
  • Accidentally Brave: When Life Forces You to Rewrite Your Story with Maddie Corman

    Accidentally Brave: When Life Forces You to Rewrite Your Story with Maddie Corman
    Mar 13 2025
    When actress Maddie Corman's life was shattered by her husband's arrest for possessing child pornography, she found herself facing an unimaginable crisis in the public eye. In this raw and intimate conversation, Maddie shares the journey that inspired her one-woman show and film "Accidentally Brave," discussing how she navigated shame, betrayal trauma, and rebuilding her identity. With unexpected humor and profound honesty, Maddie reveals how she transformed her pain into purpose - becoming a writer, coach, and advocate for others experiencing betrayal.

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    32 mins