Hotter Than Ever

You belong. You think you don’t, but you do. I promise. Despite being a successful actor, producer, activist and...firefighter(?!) Alysia Reiner still has to remind herself that she fits in. But she goes beyond just reminding herself–Reiner is on a mission to create belonging for others through her films, art and social justice endeavors. The definition of walking the walk, she’s all about taking action.

Why give money to environmental rights groups when you could learn to be a community firefighter instead? Why post about women getting equal pay when you can make a movie–by women for women–and make the female investors 110% back on their returns? Does this woman ever sleep? We’ll answer all this and more in this episode, with some pretty life changing takeaways, such as:

• Life is all about playing the long game, especially now that we’re living longer than ever before
• Take your creative career at your own pace: people reach success at different speeds
• Don’t get a nose job. You do you.
• Take the time before success to really get clear on what you want...once you figure that out, you’re more likely to become a magnet for it
• Leaning into action-oriented service helps to heal you as much as it helps your community
• Regardless of how many magazine covers, red carpets or runways one is on, belonging is elusive to all of us at times
• To succeed in a long term partnership, work on conflicts before they even start. Get a couples therapist before you have problems, just to have someone on deck who knows your relationship. That is, if your partner’s open to it
• Loving your partner is a choice that you have to make every day, and making intimacy a priority is essential
• You can try your hardest and do your absolute best and still fail: it’s the getting back up that counts

If you’re feeling particularly inspired, find local volunteer firefighter opportunities at https://makemeafirefighter.org/

Want more Alysia? Learn more about her here. While you’re at it, find her online:

Her website: www.alysiareiner.com

Instagram: @alysiareiner

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Twitter: @alysiareiner

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“My health, my well being was the catalyst for all of the radical reinvention that I am talking about here on this podcast.”

What is your relationship like with your body? Feeling disconnected from our bodies is a common experience, and in today's digital age, it's often exacerbated by the constant barrage of fitness fads and wellness trends flooding our feeds. But as we navigate midlife, ignoring our bodies becomes less of an option. In this episode, Erin dives deep into her own journey of body rediscovery at 52.

From childhood struggles with weight to a disconnected relationship with her physical self in adulthood, Erin shares the pivotal moments that sparked her radical reinvention. Join us as we explore the tough questions about body image, self-care, and well-being, and uncover actionable steps to embrace a freer, happier, healthier life. We discuss:

• The ties between body image struggles and feeling detached from our physical selves
• The empowering role of sexuality and embracing physical activities in fostering a renewed connection with our bodies
• The importance of proactive health measures, from routine check-ups to medical interventions, in prioritizing our well-being
• Embracing cosmetic procedures (if it feels right for you) as a part of self-care

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Are you a natural flirt, or do you consider yourself clueless when it comes to flirting or recognizing when you’re being flirted with? Our host Erin has experienced the entire spectrum, from being oblivious to flirting—both as a single and married woman—to embracing it as a powerful form of self-expression and connection post-divorce. In this episode, Erin shares how flirting has transformed the little moments in her life, whether she’s at Trader Joe’s or the DMV, making her feel more alive, seen, and engaged with the world.

Join us for fun stories and advice on letting your own light shine through flirting, including:

• Embracing flirting as a source of joy and self-expression
• Projecting playful, open energy that invites connection and new interactions with others
• How practicing flirtation actively defies the stereotype that women in their fifties are invisible
• Making small efforts to let your sparkle show, engage with others, and soak in the fun and freedom that come with it

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Have you ever wondered about the therapeutic potential of psilocybin or "magic mushrooms" for treating anxiety or menopause? Or perhaps you've heard of people swapping out alcohol for shrooms? In today's advice episode, we're thrilled to welcome back Tracey Tee, the founder of "Moms on Mushrooms" (M.O.M), to tackle our latest listener inquiry. Tracey sheds light on why women are turning to microdosing mushrooms to address anxiety and menopause. In a world where conventional treatments often fall short, Tracy is empowering women to chart a new course, reclaiming their inner selves and navigating their “third act” with agency and grace.

Join us for an informative and eye-opening conversation as Tracy shares insights gleaned from her personal journey and community work through M.O.M. You'll discover:

• The benefits of magic mushrooms over SSRI medications for treating anxiety, and processing emotions
• How psilocybin can be a powerful tool in helping individuals overcome addiction, including alcohol dependency
• Psilocybin and menopause: how mushrooms can improve emotional well-being, reduce inflammation, and help you navigate menopause with greater agency

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OUR GUEST: Tracey Tee, active in the momosphere for over a decade, co-created The Pump and Dump Show, starred in its nationally touring comedy, and co-produced the Band of Mothers Podcast. She's also the CEO of Band of Mothers Media. Inspired by her own psilocybin journey during the pandemic, in 2022, she launched M.O.M. (Moms on Mushrooms), an online microdosing course for moms. Tracey's mission is to unite mothers through plant medicine for personal growth and healing. M.O.M. has gained widespread recognition, featuring on NPR, Today Show, Piers Morgan, Rolling Stone, CBS Saturday Morning, PBS, Colorado Public Radio, NBC News, and Romper Magazine. Tracey resides in Denver, Colorado, with her husband of 21 years and their 12-year-old miracle daughter. She aims to create a conscious, Sacred Feminine-inspired model of doing business.

Want more Tracey? Find her and her courses online at https://www.momsonmushrooms.com/ and follow her work on Instagram at @momsonmushroomsofficial

Read more about the microdosing study Tracey is collaborating on with Dr. Pamela Kryskow HERE

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“How much fun can we have and what is that going to do for us as we age?”

In this milestone 100th episode of Hotter Than Ever, we’re celebrating not only the podcast's journey but also the incredible community it has built around redefining midlife for women. To mark this special occasion, we’re thrilled to present an extraordinary conversation with CJ. CJ isn’t just a kink and non-monogamy coach; she’s an inspiring guide helping Gen X women embrace erotic evolution and neuro-expansion as they age. With certifications as a sex coach, life coach, and cuddle facilitator (!), CJ’s transformation from living a conventional life to embracing a kinky, non-monogamous lifestyle that meets her sexual and emotional needs is a great example of what is possible when we learn and pursue what we want.

Get ready for an eye-opening and liberating discussion on sexual expression, breaking free from conventional relationship molds, and reclaiming your desires in the second half of life. Tune in as we explore:

• CJ's evolution from a serial monogamist to a liberated non-monogamous lifestyle.
• The vital role of sex and intimacy in personal well-being and relationship health.
• How divorce can offer the freedom to reclaim time, identity, and pleasure.
• Navigating kink, BDSM, fetish, and jealousy in relationships.
• The power of setting and respecting boundaries in both polyamorous and monogamous relationships.
• Rediscovering pleasure in your body and creating experiences that make you feel sexy and desired in midlife.
• Why midlife is the perfect time to explore new aspects of your sexuality, whether it's trying kink, exploring bisexuality, or finding new ways to experience pleasure.

OUR GUEST: CJ is a kink and non-monogamy coach and mentor who is all about liberating sexual expression and cultivating new pleasure palates. She gets off on debunking the myths around female aging, desire and desirability as well as talking about the taboo. She loves welcoming Gen X women into alternative pleasures and lifestyles so that they can experience erotic evolution and neuro-expansion as they age. She is a Certified Sex Coach, Life Coach and Cuddle Facilitator and has lived a transformational kinky, non-monogamous life for the past 8 years.

Want more CJ? Find her online at https://www.noshamewithcj.com/ and listen to her podcast ‘No Shame with CJ’

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