

The Body Pod
The Body Pod
Female fitness expert, Hailey Happens Fitness and beauty practitioner, Laura, team up to bring women over 40 the most informative and entertaining look at health, fitness, beauty and wellness.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 1min
RE-RUN - Vaginal Health, Sexual Pleasure, and Wellness Beyond Your 40s with Dr. Kelly Casperson
We're bringing back one of our most talked-about episodes — a powerful, candid conversation you’ll want to hear again (or for the first time).In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a renowned female urologist, to explore everything about vaginal health and sexual pleasure during midlife and beyond. Dr. Casperson brings a fresh, open, and engaging perspective to these important topics, offering insights into how women’s bodies change and how to maintain intimacy and pleasure throughout life. This conversation is both informative and hilarious, packed with advice on navigating vaginal health and feeling confident at any age. Buckle up for a candid, emotional, and empowering chat with one of the best in the field!

Jul 17, 2025 • 13min
RE-RUN - Understanding Insulin Resistance: Expert Insights with Dr. Stacy Sims
This episode is a re-release of one of our most impactful conversations — full of insights you’ll want to revisit or hear for the first time.In this episode, Hailey sits down with Dr. Stacy Sims to explore the topic of insulin resistance. Learn from one of the leading experts on how insulin resistance affects your health, its connection to other conditions, and actionable strategies to manage it. Whether you’re dealing with metabolic health concerns or just want to understand the science behind it, this conversation will give you the tools to take control of your health and well-being.

Jul 10, 2025 • 1h
RE-RUN - The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr. Vonda Wright - Longevity & Strength Tips
This episode is a re-airing of one of our most popular conversations — and for good reason.We kick off Season Two with a bang! In this episode, we are joined by the one and only Dr. Vonda Wright, an expert in musculoskeletal health, who takes us deep into the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause. Dr. Wright discusses the dangers of frailty during menopause and the importance of maintaining musculoskeletal strength as we age. She shares proven strategies and expert tips to enhance longevity and prevent frailty during this life stage. Whether you're navigating menopause now or preparing for it in the future, this episode is packed with essential insights that you won’t want to miss!

Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 15min
RE-RUN - Menopause Q & A with Dr. Jessica Shepherd: Expert Advice on Symptoms, Treatments & Wellness
RE-RUN – Back by Popular Demand!Join Hailey as she hosts a fan-favorite Q&A session with the one and only Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a leading expert in women’s health and menopause. In this encore episode, Dr. Shepherd answers the most common questions about menopause symptoms, treatments, and how to manage the physical and emotional changes during this stage of life.From hot flashes and mood swings to hormonal therapy and wellness tips, Dr. Shepherd shares her expert advice on navigating menopause with confidence and maintaining overall well-being. Whether you're currently going through menopause or preparing for it, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you feel your best.

Jun 12, 2025 • 57min
Leveling Up Menopause: Brooke Burke on Thriving in Midlife, Wellness & Aging Gracefully
Brooke Burke, wellness expert and TV personality known for "Dancing with the Stars," shares her insights on thriving through menopause. She discusses her personal journey with perimenopause and hormonal changes, advocating for self-awareness and wellness rituals. Brooke emphasizes the importance of exercise as a form of self-care and breaks down her non-negotiables for healthy aging. This candid conversation also tackles the evolving nature of intimacy in later life, offering inspiring tools for women to embrace midlife with confidence.

Jun 5, 2025 • 56min
Pelvic Floor Therapy for Everyone: Debra Goldman on Healing, Strength & Support
(00:00:00) Pelvic Floor Therapy for Everyone: Debra Goldman on Healing, Strength & Support
(00:16:57) Types of Therapy (virtual & in-person)
(00:22:40) What does therapy look like?
(00:36:43) What are the limitations?
(00:39:57) Pelvic floor
In this powerful episode of The Body Pod, pelvic floor physical therapist Debra Goldman shines a light on the life-changing benefits of pelvic floor therapy. Whether you're dealing with postpartum recovery, bladder leakage, pelvic organ prolapse, or chronic pelvic pain, this conversation uncovers why pelvic health matters for people of all ages and genders. Debra shares her unique journey from professional dancer to women’s health expert and breaks down the most common myths and conditions around pelvic floor dysfunction. If you’ve ever experienced discomfort, incontinence, or just wondered what the pelvic floor actually does—this is a must-listen.

May 29, 2025 • 52min
Midlife Brain Fog, Focus & Female Power with Dr. Therese Huston
(00:00:00) Midlife Brain Fog, Focus & Female Power with Dr. Therese Huston
(00:04:09) Where to start?
(00:13:19) Cognitive Flexibility
(00:25:19) Exploring the percentage of the brain we use
(00:43:19) Getting older is not a grim picture
Is brain fog stealing your focus? In this must-hear episode of The Body Pod, cognitive scientist Dr. Therese Huston joins Laura and Haley to reveal the brain science every woman over 40 should know. Learn how to calm your nervous system, boost clarity with simple breathing, and sharpen focus with zone 2 cardio. Designed for women in midlife, perimenopause, and beyond, this episode offers practical, research-backed tips to stay sharp—without a lifestyle overhaul. You’ll walk away with:✅ Tools to fight brain fog✅ Workout tips for better focus✅ Science-based strategies for midlife clarity

May 15, 2025 • 39min
Michelle Money Weir on Reinvention & Life After The Bachelor
(00:00:00) Michelle Money Weir on Reinvention & Life After The Bachelor
(00:09:18) The Bachelor - Meeting Mike
(00:24:21) Making women look cute when playing sports
(00:35:23) Working out and weight training
In this inspiring episode, Michelle Money Weir — best known from The Bachelor — shares her powerful journey of reinvention. From navigating reality TV fame to launching the bold golf apparel brand Fore All, Michelle opens up about healing, entrepreneurship, and embracing strength in her 40s.We talk resilience, women in business, motherhood, and how she turned life's curveballs into a mission for purpose, peace, and realness. A must-listen for fans of personal growth, health journeys, and female founders making waves.

May 8, 2025 • 56min
Rethinking Nighttime Nutrition: Dr. Mike Ormsbee on Sleep, Metabolism & Fat Loss
(00:00:00) Rethinking Nighttime Nutrition: Dr. Mike Ormsbee on Sleep, Metabolism & Fat Loss
(00:03:31) Pre-sleep feeing for females
(00:11:16) Perimenopause sleep
(00:17:16) Thoughts on protein
(00:41:12) Resistance training
Can eating before bed really help you burn fat, sleep better, and build muscle? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Mike Ormsbee joins Hailey to explore the science of nighttime nutrition, revealing how the right bedtime snacks can actually support metabolism, recovery, and weight loss—especially for active women and endurance athletes.Tune in as they debunk common myths about late-night eating, discuss research-backed strategies for pre-sleep fueling, and share real-life success stories that challenge conventional fitness advice.

May 1, 2025 • 21min
From Frustrated to Free: How Karen Lost 15 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Health After 40
(00:00:00) From Frustrated to Free: How Karen Lost 15 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Health After 40
(00:01:21) Karen's background leading up to how she reclaimed her health after 40
(00:08:25) Overeating
(00:14:57) Learning what to eat and what to order out
Struggling with weight gain, low energy, or emotional eating after 40? You’re not alone. In this inspiring episode, Karen opens up about her powerful transformation—losing 15 pounds, healing after grief, and cutting through the noise of diet culture with the help of Nutrition Happens. Learn how she overcame midlife challenges with practical nutrition strategies, expert guidance, and a mindset shift that changed everything. If you’re a woman over 40 ready to feel strong, healthy, and in control again—this is your episode.


