Midlife Magic
Midlife Magic is the go-to podcast for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the powerful transition of midlife. Hosted by Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist and Health Coach Michelle Bazinet, each episode offers real talk, expert insights, and sustainable strategies for thriving in your body—not fighting it. From hormone health and weight management to mindset, strength training, and aging with confidence, Michelle brings encouragement, education, and a touch of tough love to help you reclaim your energy, rebuild trust with your body, and create lasting change. This is your time—and it gets to feel good.
Episodes
80 episodes
Pelvic Floor, Real Talk: Leaks, Lifts & Life in Midlife with Pelvic Health PT Sandra Ghaly
Urinary leaks, pelvic pain, prolapse, dryness—so many women deal with these silently, assuming they’re “just part of motherhood” or “just menopause.” In this powerful, unfiltered conversation, pelvic health physiotherapist Sandra Ghaly, ...
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34:49
Breathe Into Becoming: Rewiring Your State with Tabatha DeBruyn (9D Breathwork + Self-Concept Shifts)
Transformational coach and author Tabatha DeBruyn joins Michelle to demystify breathwork, energy work, and the power of self-concept. You’ll learn a one-breath reset you can use anywhere, how to safely release stuck emotions without rehashing o...
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Dancing in the Grey: Letting Go of All-or-Nothing
In this 7-minute solo episode, Michelle unpacks one of the biggest roadblocks she sees: the “all-or-nothing” mindset. Instead of treating a PDF plan like a pass/fail test, she shows how to “dance in the grey” with flexible tools—Daily Minimums,...
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5:26
The Missing Ingredient in Your Results: Enough Time
Most women don’t fail because they’re doing the wrong things — they fail because they don’t do them long enough. In this episode, Michelle dives into why excitement and willpower fade after the first two weeks, why that’s completely normal, and...
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4:02
How to Age Forward: Brain Hacks, Strength & Menopause Wins with PJ Glassie
PJ Glassey— with a degree in exercise science, creator of the X Gym, and author of Cracking Your Calorie Code — joins Michelle on the Midlife Magic Podcast to talk about the three pillars of thriving in midlife: the brain, movement, an...
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Why I Stopped Dieting and Finally Got Results
In this episode of the Midlife Magic Podcast, Michelle opens up about her personal journey of losing 20 pounds—without restriction, endless cardio, or dieting rules.She shares the myths she believed for decades (that weight loss...
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Raise the Bar: What Our 150 km August Challenge Taught Me
We set a bold August goal—walk 150 km. None of us hit it… and it was still a win. In this episode I share the five lessons the challenge taught me: why walking is powerful for mood and energy, how strategy and intention unlock capacity, the val...
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September: The Second New Year for Your Health
September feels like a fresh start — the kids are back in school, routines fall into place, and life regains structure. In this episode of Midlife Magic, Michelle Bazinet invites you to treat September as a “second New Year.” It’s your...
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Winning, Losing, and Everything In Between: What Sports Teach Us About Health & Fitness
In this episode of Midlife Magic, Michelle draws inspiration from her son’s recent hockey tournament win to explore how the lessons of sports mirror our health and fitness journey.Yes, winning feels incredible — but real growth ...
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Becoming Her: Closing the Gap Between Who You Are and Who You Want to Be
There’s a space between who you are today and the version of yourself you want to become. In this episode, Michelle breaks down what lives inside that gap — and how to start bridging it. You’ll discover how to see your future self clearly, iden...
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3:47
Change the Way You See It, Change The Way You Live It.
What if the way you see something is the very thing holding you back? In this episode of Midlife Magic, Michelle unpacks the quote: “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”We...
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Your Body Isn’t the Problem — The Narrative Is
If you've ever felt like your body is fighting against you in midlife, this episode is for you. In just five powerful minutes, Michelle reframes the idea that your body is the problem — and instead calls out the outdated, disempowering narrativ...
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Why Rest Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Midlife Health
If you’re walking, lifting, eating better… yet still feeling stuck, the answer might surprise you: it could be rest. In this episode of Midlife Magic, Michelle Bazinet, Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist, unpacks why ...
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Redefining the Midlife Body and Reclaiming Your Power
You’ve been told midlife means decline — that your body is breaking down, slowing down, and becoming less than. But what if that’s not true?In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what it means to age. You’ll lear...
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4:57
Letting Go of the Old You: Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be in Midlife
You’re not supposed to stay the same. In this episode, we’re talking about the powerful (and sometimes painful) process of letting go of the old version of you—the one who dieted, doubted, or delayed her needs—and stepping into the ver...
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4:49
Ditch the Junk Reps: How to Train With Purpose and Build Strength That Lasts
Are you just going through the motions in your workouts? In this episode, we’re calling out junk reps and redefining what it means to train with purpose — especially in midlife.It’s not about doing more reps, it’s about do...
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4:38
You Are Not a Number: Taking Your Power Back from the Scale
If stepping on the scale has ever ruined your day, this episode is for you.Today, we’re unpacking the emotional weight we give to a number that was never meant to define us. You’ll learn why the scale is just data (not a judgment), how t...
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4:59
10 Things I’d Say If I Wasn’t Afraid to Hurt Your Feelings (Midlife Edition)
In this heart-to-heart episode, Michelle shares 10 honest, compassionate truths every midlife woman needs to hear about weight, hormones, and lasting health. Inspired by the viral “What I’d say if I wasn’t afraid to hurt your feelings” trend, t...
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4:48
What I Learned: Real Reflections from Midlife Magic Members
In this powerful episode, you’ll hear real, unfiltered reflections from the incredible women inside the Midlife Magic Membership. On our final call of the session, we paused to look back—on what they learned, what surprised them, and what shift...
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21:02
Menopause Unmasked With Dr. Daiana Castleman
Join host Michelle as she sits down with naturopathic doctor Dr. Castleman for a deep dive into the perimenopause and menopause journey. In this candid and informative episode, they unpack the science behind hormone changes, debunk myths like “...
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53:02
The Perimenopause Power Play: Take Control & Feel Amazing!
Perimenopause can feel overwhelming, confusing, and downright frustrating… but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode of the Midlife Magic Podcast, I’m breaking the silence on perimenopause and menopause—what’s ...
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13:52
Midlife Magic is Back! Big Lessons, Bold Moves & What’s Next
Michelle is back on the Midlife Magic Podcast after a hiatus, and she’s ready to bring fresh insights, real talk, and transformative strategies to help women thrive in midlife! In this episode, she shares what she’s been up to, from buil...
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8:50
Do You Feel Worthy of Weight Loss? Exploring Self-Worth and Your Health Journey
In this episode, we dive deep into the crucial connection between self-worth and health, particularly in the context of weight loss. Many people believe that weight loss is all about diet and exercise, but we explore how mindset and self-percep...
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26:00
Emotional Eating: Why We Do It and How to Conquer It
We've all been there - reaching for those comfort foods when we're feeling stressed, sad, or just plain bored. Emotional eating is a common struggle, but understanding why we do it is the first step to taking control.In this episode, we ...
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