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LIMITED SERIES podcastThe Midlife Truth Project
The Midlife Truth Project is a limited series podcast, co-hosted by Julie Flakstad and the brilliant Dr. Taz.
Why? Because midlife is one of the biggest, most explosive periods in a woman’s life — yet we don’t talk about it — why is that?
Imagine midlife as a series of waves all crashing onto shore; everything from what’s happening to our bodies in conjunction with perimenopause and menopause, evolving friendships, changing family dynamics, aging parents, financial security, to the often bigger question of what’s next?
Designed as an intimate audio journey, each episode will feature open, smart, “go-there” style conversations with leading experts, authors, celebrities, thought leaders and public figures. Collectively, by delving into these unspoken, shared truths, The Midlife Truth Project podcast will help women feel less alone and more inspired to live their best chapters yet.
Get a little taste
Across ten episodes, Julie and Dr. Taz explore the truths that shape this chapter of life, from changing families and evolving friendships to complicated sex lives and the realization that it's never too late to make a change.
Check out a few of the conversations below, then explore the full 10-episode series.
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DOCU-THEATER IN DEVELOPMENTThe Midlife Monologues
Co-Created by Abby Epstein and Constance Zimmer, TheMidlife Monologues is a docu-theater project bringing the raw, funny, complicated, and rarely told stories of midlife to the stage.
The project brings together an extraordinary creative community of actors, writers, changemakers, and cultural voices to tell the stories of what it really means to be a woman in midlife today.
Currently in development.
Creators: Abby Epstein & Constance Zimmer
Producer: Betsy Dollinger
Creative Consultant: Heidi Clements
Read about the project in Variety.
Get a little taste
On Instagram, we’re shining a light on the incredible creative community behind The Midlife Monologues. Follow along to meet more of the voices helping bring the project to life.
DOCUMENTARY FILMSThe Business Of… Films
The Business Of... is a media company investigating the business behind reproductive health.
Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein first collaborated on their landmark documentary, The Business of Being Born—a grassroots phenomenon that has become required viewing for expectant parents and childbirth educators.
After examining birth culture in America, they began investigating the business of hormonal contraceptives and the lack of birth control options.
We are in a moment where women, non-binary, and trans folks are seeking body literacy and empowering forms of healthcare. The more informed we are about our bodies and our choices, the more we can advocate for ourselves.
The Business Of… Films
coachingThe Business of Midlife
For women ready to turn their midlife transition into strategic reinvention.
Abby Epstein is an award-winning filmmaker and certified midlife and menopause coach with deep knowledge of hormones, gut health, and metabolic optimization. After years exploring women’s health through her films and navigating her own midlife transition, she discovered the power of treating this chapter as reinvention, not decline.
Through personalized coaching, Abby helps women understand what's changing in their bodies, reconnect with who they are, and turn their midlife transition into strategic reinvention.
Get a little taste
Hear from a few of the women Abby has helped navigate midlife with greater clarity, confidence, and a whole new sense of what’s possible.
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“Having worked with Abby for 20 years, I’ve always known she was a pioneer in women’s health. But when I needed her guidance personally during my own midlife transition, she became my lifeline. She has this rare combination of clinical knowledge and intuitive understanding that literally saved me from despair. I can’t recommend her enough.”
— Ricki Lake | Actress, Talk Show Host & Film Producer
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“Abby has been a thought leader in women’s health for decades. Her films opened my eyes to how much control we actually have over our health outcomes. She’s the person I’ll turn to when I need guidance navigating my own midlife transition. There’s no one more qualified or trustworthy.”
— Tina Cartwright | Founder, Rebranding Motherhood
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“I loved my time with Abby. I knew she was the right person to connect with regarding optimal health during this time of confusion and misinformation. She cuts through the noise to offer a clear and thoughtful plan to live the wise years with vitality and navigate the myriad issues we face as women. She is a compassionate guide during perimenopause and menopause.”
– Krissy Shields | Facilitator & Creator of The Uterus Collective
