At 40, Hoda Kotb’s world fell apart—cancer, divorce, and the dream of having children slipping away. But what came next wasn’t the end. It was a beginning.
In this amazing episode, Hoda opens up about surviving breast cancer, finding the courage to adopt at 52, and learning that her 50s would become the most meaningful years of her life. She shares raw moments, unexpected joy, and the wisdom that only comes from starting over.
If you're navigating change or wondering if it's too late to begin again, this episode will speak straight to your heart. Subscribe to Midlife Chrysalis and join our community for more stories that prove the second half of life can be the best half.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:23 Growing Up in an Immigrant Family
03:25 Childhood in Nigeria and Egypt
05:49 Rejection, Resilience, and Unexpected Opportunities
08:27 A Tumultuous Early 40s: Marriage, Cancer & Change
14:14 Aging On-Air and Thriving in Her 50s
17:26 Adoption at 52 and the Joy of Motherhood
23:32 Love & Relationships Later in Life
28:59 Stepping Away from the Today Show
32:51 Starting a New Business at 60
34:39 Gratitude for Her Mom
36:22 Lessons from Her 60s: Be a Beginner Again
41:26 Hoda’s Wisdom Bumper Sticker
44:05 Closing Reflections
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