Aging Episodes

Brain fog, mood changes, disrupted sleep, weight gain, and changes in sexual wellness can make perimenopause feel confusing and isolating. Christopher Hensley speaks with Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith—OB-GYN, certified menopause practitioner, author, and founder of Complete Midlife Wellness Center—about how changing hormone levels may affect the brain and body. Dr. Hardwick-Smith discusses the phases of perimenopause and menopause, common questions surrounding hormone therapy, the importance of finding properly trained care, and practical ways women can support muscle, metabolism, and long-term health. The conversation also draws an important connection between health-span planning and financial planning: informed decisions made earlier can compound over time. This episode is educational and is not personal medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about individual symptoms and treatment decisions.

Most men get perimenopause completely wrong. Not because they don’t care— …but because no one ever taught them what’s actually happening. On the latest episode of the Money Matters Podcast, I sat down with Sam Anderson (tag him here), author of Perimenopause: The A–Z Guide for Us Idiots—and one thing stood out: 👉 The biggest mistake men make? They try to fix it. When in reality… ✔️ It’s not something to fix ✔️ It’s something to understand ✔️ And something couples need to navigate together We talked about: • Why men take symptoms personally (and why that backfires) • What real support actually looks like day-to-day • How small changes can completely shift a relationship • And why this conversation needs to happen more in workplaces One line that stuck with me: “It’s not you vs her—it’s both of you vs the problem.” Big thanks to Sam Anderson (tag) for coming on the show and opening up this conversation—this is one more people need to hear.

Money Matters 326- Navigating Caregiving Challenges with Isabel Melgarejo

Money Matters Episode 313- Age Is Just a Number: Unlocking Life's Potential w/ Diane Gilman