“A period of stuckness always precedes a period of serious growth.”So many of us find ourselves grappling with the overwhelming... more

Is entrepreneurship truly a solo journey, or would you rather start a business with a friend?  For Dr. Keri Ohlrich... more

“Sex isn't really worth having without vulnerability.”Sexuality and intimacy can be sensitive topics, especially in long-term relationships. But what if... more

If you’ve ever wondered why stories of women in midlife are so rare in movies and TV, you’re not alone. ... more

Ever wondered why some women experience low libido and what can be done about it? Or what orgasms look and... more

"I think our value and our values get all kinds of conflated and mixed up."We often hear about self-love and... more

“Astrology is a tool, not a rule. And when you use it as a tool, it can expand your power,... more

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

It’s no secret that our culture often presents aging in a negative light, particularly for women, leaving many of us... more

As “Hotter Than Ever” nears its 100th episode, we’re reflecting on the impact this podcast has had since launching a... more

If you’re searching for proof that our most successful chapters can unfold in midlife, look no further than Melissa Palmer,... more

“I’m in a phase of my life where I want to f*cking shine. I do not want to shrink.”Sometimes we... more

“We need to understand that pleasure is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for sending good signals back to the brain.”When... more

If you’ve ever paid attention to female representation in Hollywood or the push for more women filmmakers in entertainment, you’ve... more

“I want you to know what your options are at this point in your life.”In this special episode, we’re breaking... more

As part of our ‘slow roll summer’ on Hotter Than Ever, we’re revisiting one of our favorite early conversations with... more

In a world where beauty standards are constantly evolving and societal pressures can feel overwhelming, makeup artist Molly R. Stern... more

“The job of life is to get good at change, because it never stops.”Why do so many of us resist... more

“I'm striving for excellence, but I'm not pretending to be perfect anymore.”The Covid-19 pandemic was a watershed moment of change... more

Navigating modern life as a working mother and a creative professional is no small feat. In this episode, we dig... more

“Every single person is special, but most of us are too afraid to show up in the world and let... more

"It's in vulnerability and self-love that we find our true strength."If you've been tuning into Hotter Than Ever, you know... more

Despite the fact that women make 85% of household buying decisions, the majority of women over 40 report feeling largely... more

“Are you being compulsive and chasing that dopamine hit of likes and matches like you're one of Pavlov's dogs?” Dating apps... more

For many women who’ve never had an orgasm, it’s easy to feel like there’s something wrong or that they’re broken,... more

Getting your needs met is hot. What’s not hot is when your emotional or physical needs (or both!) are neglected. ... more

“It's only when we come into the body that we can start to see our thoughts.”In the age of the... more

Are you a natural flirt, or do you consider yourself clueless when it comes to flirting or recognizing when you’re... more

Half of marriages these days end in divorce, but did you know that 73% of divorces are initiated by women?... more

“Thank God for representations of real sex on screen.”A 40-year-old woman and an unbelievably hot 24-year-old man get together for... more

It’s no secret that many women don’t enjoy having sex. But the problem isn’t the women: it’s the sex we’re... more

“I am willing to take on the uncomfortable feelings that it takes to be vulnerable. Are you?”When you’ve been raised... more

“You're worthy of the life that you can envision for yourself.” When Jen Marples found herself unable to muster the energy... more

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

Have you ever found yourself in a relationship with a narcissist? Or maybe you were raised by one? Whatever the... more

“I want you to take action towards what you fantasize about.”On Hotter Than Ever, we've delved deep into the world... more

“Loneliness is the thing that's keeping women from rising and I don't want to see that anymore.” As part of her... more

“You can be a good mom who is available to your kids and who is also experiencing a sexual becoming.”Starting... more

Tracy Clark-Flory’s sexual exploration  began at the age of 12, when she ventured into AOL chat rooms, seeking to discover... more

Sometimes women get stuck in a marriage that is no longer working, but they’re unable to break free due to... more

"Unresolved, unprocessed grief really lays a heavy tattoo inside your system."With more than two decades as a seasoned psychotherapist, Meghan... more

“Share information about your breakup with the new people in your life whenever it feels right”Breakups are universally painful, regardless... more

“You don't find fulfillment in material things”You've heard the advice to "buy less" or "consume mindfully," but have you ever... more

“It really changes our lives when we give ourselves permission to have all the pleasure we deserve.”Are using dating apps... more

“How can I be the breadwinner and also the one who knows the name of my child's dentist?”When Eve Rodsky... more

Amanda Montei's fascination with understanding motherhood started long before she became a parent herself. However, it wasn't until she embarked... more

Nothing gets us more excited than witnessing one of our listeners burst back onto the dating scene after a long... more

Since she was a girl, Dr. Susan Partovi felt the pull toward a career in medicine. But it wasn't until... more

“There's so much bravery in saying ‘my sex life matters’”Imagine this: you've just broken free from a decade-long relationship that... more

“Mushrooms are for getting over your horseshit so you can move on with life.”Like most comedians, Negin Farsad was a... more

Have you ever wondered about the therapeutic potential of psilocybin or "magic mushrooms" for treating anxiety or menopause? Or perhaps... more

“Your identity and your life is lived through your body”In a time where many of us find ourselves disconnected from... more

“They don’t ever talk about what it feels like when the first relationship after your big relationship ends.”In this episode... more

“We end rape culture by showing you how wonderful great consensual, communicative sex is in the real world.” Cindy Gallop never... more

Picture this: you’re 50, newly separated from your husband after 20 years of marriage, and diving into the world of... more

Jessi Hempel is many things: an award-winning journalist, podcaster, author, and senior editor-at-large at LinkedIn. But despite her myriad accomplishments,... more

“If you get to the root of what it is that you care about, you will probably also find a... more

“The more you fear aging, the harder it's going to be. You’ve got to lean in.”Happy 50th episode to Hotter... more

“How long are you going to let fear of other people's points of view dictate how you live your one... more

“Just because I'm uncomfortable with discomfort, it doesn't mean I'm not okay.”Ever been laid off? Experienced the gut-wrenching dissolution of... more

“I made it worse because I was not the master of my emotions.”Have you ever found yourself in a situation... more

Eva Clay is on a mission to make sex a spiritual practice. With two decades of expertise, Eva has helped... more

“Change is often uncomfortable and is almost always good.”Today, we’re delving into a topic near and dear to our hearts:... more

“I am dedicated to having experiences that are aligned with my curiosity,”Have you ever wondered what it’s like to attend... more

“We need to revise our imagery of what elderhood looks like.”Welcome back to another episode in the Hotter Than Ever... more

“Female friends are treasures and they hold a mirror to one another in a way that no one else can.”Do... more

“Is it possible to mostly grieve your marriage before it ends?”Welcome back to another episode in the Hotter Than Ever... more

“There's so much more in life on the other side of discomfort.”We’re kicking this week off by discussing New Year’s... more

“The money is the indicator of how much they care about keeping you.”Welcome back to another episode in the Hotter... more

“How do I keep his interest without scaring him away?” Happy 2024 Hotties! We’re so excited to bring you our first... more

“Could I have a bigger imagination about this point in my life than I thought I might need to have?”... more

“How much time do you think you have left?” Posed by friend and episode 6 guest, Sheri Salata, this question... more

“I am impressed with the midlife crisis.” We’re thrilled to welcome Lauren Zander, CEO and founder of the Handel Group,... more

When Laura Stratte was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 35, she didn't just fight it—it transformed her life’s path.... more

“Can you assume that nothing is wrong with you?” Self-defined perfectionist, psychotherapist, writer, and former on-site therapist at Google, Katherine... more

“This too shall pass.” Being human means understanding that challenging times, as tough as they may be, won’t last forever.... more

There’s nothing hotter than using your finances as the ultimate tool to build the life of your dreams. But how... more

Imagine discovering that the man you believed was your dad was not your biological father. What would that do to... more

“I don’t believe in rules.” Rebecca Woolf is a rule-breaker:  she doesn't believe in following society's cookie-cutter definitions of motherhood. In... more

What would you do if you weren’t afraid of failing? Dr. Sonora Jha., essayist, novelist, and professor of journalism at... more

“What do you think will happen first, world peace or the end of lying?”Lauren Zander, CEO and founder of The... more

What if you dared to let go of the old to make room for the new? In today’s episode, Erin gets... more

Lisa Ann is a name synonymous with adult film fame, but her journey goes far beyond the screen. She has... more

Can improv comedy be used as a tool to improve your life? Drawing from her wealth of experience teaching improv to... more

Why do we care so much about what others think of us? We've all been there, meticulously curating our lives... more

When we say women over 40 are “Hotter Than Ever”, we mean it and so does Dr. Anna Cabeca. As... more

“If you’re breathing, you’re sexual.” Dr. Juliana Hauser is on a mission to connect people with their essence – their... more

Step into the mystical as we delve into the realm of the "Woo". Erin ponders the enigmatic world of modern... more

Magic mushrooms? Psychedelics? Microdosing?  Drugs once considered countercultural are being reinvented as part of the plant medicine movement.  As Tracey... more

Despite traveling to 102 countries and scuba-diving with shark countless times, writer and travel expert Lisa Niver wouldn’t call herself... more

What do you do when you are faced with the choice between leaving a life you love or leaving yourself... more

What does it mean to find “the lid to your pot?” Bela Gandhi, founder of Smart Dating Academy, shares her... more

Melissa Febos has always had a penchant for operating outside of convention. Whether it was her eagerness to try all... more

What are the things that make a romantic relationship Hotter Than Ever? Sure there's chemistry and physical attraction (that's... more

What is the fabric of your spirit?  Podcaster and brand strategist and Sybil Amuti not only answers questions like these,... more

Romance has gone through a big operating system update recently. Now that Erin’s been released from captivity (aka her long... more

Calling Kellye Howard resilient doesn’t quite capture her ability to triumph in the face of relentless challenges. The stand up... more

If you have even been convinced that you needed to lose weight before you went after that next relationship, promotion... more

Dawn Porter was reluctant to call herself a Director, even after her movie premiered at Sundance and got picked up... more

You belong. You think you don’t, but you do. I promise. Despite being a successful actor, producer, activist and…firefighter(?!) Alysia... more