The Midlifers I Midlife Australian Comedy and Nostalgia Podcast
The Midlifers Podcast is a weekly Australian comedy and nostalgia show for midlife women and mums over 40. Hosted by two Gen X/millennial women, it covers topics like 80s, 90s, and 2000s nostalgia, pop culture, parenting, ageing, relationships, and menopause with humour and honesty. New episodes are released every week.
Episodes
From “Slip, Slop, Slap” to the Local Bakery | Aussie Nostalgia & Midlife Laughs
Remember when Aussie TV jingles lived rent-free in your head? 🎶 This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we're taking a trip back to the 80s and 90s to revisit the classic Australian advertising jingles we still can't forget. From “13 13 32” and “Slip, Slop, Slap” to “Oh, what a feeling, Toyota!”, we're singing our way through the ads that defined our childhoods. We also uncover the surpris
Nicole Kidman & When Good Neighbors Become Good Friends I Aussie Midlife Podcast
This week on The Midlifers, we're talking about the unspoken rules of being a good neighbour - and, more importantly, how NOT to be a dick to the people living next door!From noisy parties and late-night vacuuming to borrowing your neighbor's bin, passive-aggressive notes, and the neighbourhood ‘Mrs. Mangle’ who somehow knows EVERYTHING… we're asking: what actually makes a good neighbo
We Thought Viennetta Was for Rich People I Nostalgic Comedy Podcast
Remember when having a Viennetta in the freezer basically meant your family had made it? Or when someone having the full set of encyclopaedias or an ice dispenser in the fridge was the height of luxury?This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz take a hilarious trip down memory lane as they revisit all the things we thought were incredibly fancy as kids in our ‘Do You Remember’ segment. Wh
CFMs, Crocs & Career Changes: Welcome to Midlife 😂
What do Samuel L. Jackson, Julia Child, Colonel Sanders and Vera Wang have in common?They all found major success after the age of 40!This week on The Midlifers, we're talking about why turning 40 doesn't mean your best years are behind you. In fact, for many famous people, it was only the beginning.We share the stories of people including Eric Yuan, who founded Zoom at 41, Colonel Sanders, whose
Hot Pants, Heart-throbs & Iconic Music Videos: The 2000s Were Something Else
The 2000s gave us some seriously unforgettable music videos - and we're going back to revisit the best of them!This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we're talking about the music videos that defined the 2000s in our Besties segment, from Britney Spears' iconic red leather jumpsuit in Oops!... I Did It Again to Beyoncé's legendary Single Ladies, Kylie Minogue's tiny gold hot pants
The Craft vs Practical Magic: Which 90s Witchy Classic Did It Better?
It's time to grab your broomsticks, Midlifers! 🧙♀️This week we're getting seriously witchy as we put two iconic 90s movies head-to-head in our latest Who Did It Better Battle: The Craft vs Practical Magic.We're taking a nostalgic trip back to the 90s to revisit the fashion, friendships, witches, magic and unforgettable moments that made both movies cult classics. From Neve Campbell, Fairuza Balk
Then & Now: Whatever Happened to Family Get-Togethers?
Remember when family visits were basically a weekly event?In this episode of The Midlifers, we're taking a nostalgic trip back to the 80s and 90s and asking: whatever happened to extended family get-togethers?We reminisce about weekends spent visiting cousins, Sunday dinners at Grandma and Nonna's, random knocks on the door, sleeping over at grandparents' houses, making up dances for the adults, p
Soap Opera Chaos, Group Chat Drama & Victor Newman 🔥 | The Midlifers Podcast
Remember when daytime TV was basically the most dramatic thing in our lives? Before streaming, before social media and before we had a million group chats pinging our phones, we had Days of Our Lives, The Young and the Restless and The Bold and the Beautiful!This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz take a nostalgic trip back to the daytime soap operas we watched growing up - complete with
Tom Hanks, Midlife Invisibility & 80's Nostalgia I The Midlifers Podcast
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we're diving into one of Hollywood's most beloved actors - Tom Hanks.From Big, Forrest Gump, Philadelphia and Turner & Hooch, we look back at the movies that shaped our childhoods and ask what makes Tom Hanks such an enduring star.Before that, we tackle a topic that hits close to home - does midlife make you feel invisible? We chat about ageing, conf
Friends: Behind the Scenes, Hidden Facts & Our Favourite Moments | The Midlifers Podcast
💛 Could this BE any more nostalgic?This week, The Midlifers is bringing you a special episode dedicated entirely to one of the biggest sitcoms of all time... Friends.Join Mez and Fonz as they revisit the TV show that defined the 90s, sharing fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, casting secrets, unforgettable episodes, iconic quotes and the moments that made millions of us laugh for a decade.We c
Workplace Confessions, Joey Lawrence & Webster: Where Are They Now? | The Midlifers Podcast
Have you ever gotten away with something at work... or worked with someone who definitely shouldn't have?This week on The Midlifers, Mez and Fonz share funny workplace confessions - from stolen stationery and office pranks to photocopier mishaps, awkward mistakes and unbelievable stories about twenty foot testicles…We also revisit two unforgettable TV stars from the 80s and 90s in our Where Ar
Old Wives' Tales, Superstitions & the Best Vampire Movies | The Midlifers Podcast
Did your family have weird superstitions growing up? Were you told not to whistle at night, sleep with wet hair or put shoes on the table?This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz dive into the old wives' tales, cultural traditions and superstitions that shaped our childhoods—from Greek, Croatian and Italian family beliefs to lucky clovers, black cats, broken mirrors and more.We also co
Adventures in Babysitting vs Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead I Funny Midlife Podcast
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we're taking a nostalgic trip back to the ultimate babysitting movie battle: Adventures in Babysitting vs Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead. Which classic 80s and 90s comedy still holds up today? Which scenes have us laughing more than 30 years later? And is there one clear winner? We settle the debate.Before we dive into the nostalgia, Mez shares
Cameron Diaz, The Bachelor & Reality TV Nostalgia | Funny Aussie Midlife Podcast
What on earth is Blue Dot Fever? 🤔 Fonz explains what’s been happening to Aussie theatre and concerts in the US, which quickly leads Mez into a nostalgic chat about the surprising comeback of DVDs and CDs. Are we finally moving away from streaming, or are we just missing the good old days?In this week's Rant or Rave, we're talking reality TV competition shows. From MasterChef Australia and The Voi
Airport Etiquette, Internet Nostalgia & Catching up on Movies I Aussie Nostalgia Podcast
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz take a hilarious trip down memory lane while tackling all the weird and wonderful parts of modern midlife. First up, it's all about revisiting their Cabbage Patch Kids episode as Mez and Fonz reunite with their own childhood dolls and relive the toy craze that defined a generation. The conversation then shifts to movies that have stood the test
Cabbage Patch Dolls, Walkie Talkies & Midlife Reality I Aussie Nostalgia Podcast
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re asking a question many parents face: should teenagers take a gap year after high school? We share our own experiences, whether we’d recommend it to our kids, and how our opinions have changed over the years.Then is time for our ‘Midlifer Moment’, where we tackle one unavoidable fact of life…getting older. Are we officially middle aged? Absolutely. Are we
Shania Twain, Melrose Place & Real Estate Rants | Nostalgic Aussie Podcast
This week on The Midlifers, Mez is feeling all the emotions as her daughter seems to have gone from five years old to fifteen overnight. Meanwhile, Fonz has her eye on some fab new clothes, but it raises an age-old midlife question: do you buy for the body you have now, or the one you're hoping to have later?In our 'Where Are They Now?' segment, we're revisiting two familiar faces
U2 vs Coldplay: Who Did It Better? + Pimple Remedies Then & Now | Nostalgia Podcast
Welcome Middies!This week starts with two important questions: Why is Fonz staying up until 1am playing slime games, and how has Mez managed to injure herself after just five minutes of whipper snippering?In our "Then & Now" segment, we're taking a nostalgic look at pimple treatments through the decades. From the thick orange Clearasil paste many of us wore proudly in the 80s and
Heath Ledger, Chocolate & 90s Nostalgia | Aussie Comedy Podcast
One thing leads to another on this week's episode of The Midlifers!We begin with a chat about home renovations finally coming to an end, which somehow leads us into a discussion about bidets, colonoscopies and all the glamorous realities of midlife.In our Food, Glorious Food segment, we're talking all things chocolate. Why do we crave it so much? Has Cadbury changed over the years? And why doesn't
Ikea, Oprah & a Farting Coffin I Midlife Nostalgia & Comedy Podcast
Here’s a great tidbit: Leslie Nielsen had a coffin that made farting noises. Yep, you read the right, and we must say, what a way to send yourself off from this world 💨 That’s how we start the show off this week!We then have our first segment, ‘Rant or Rave,’ where we explore the wonderful world that is Ikea. From Swedish meatballs to the never ending labyrinth that has you panicking and wonderi
Excuses, Excuses + Iconic Red Carpet Fashion I Midlife Nostalgia & Comedy Podcast
We start off this week’s ep with a bit of feedback from our BBQ chat a few weeks back, which then leads to a chat about Chinotto: the ultimate Coke foolery. We also talk about how a business lunch at what was supposed to be a fancy cafe, ended up being at a cafeteria in a golf course. Yep, Fonz and Mez, keeping it real like always.Our first segment is ‘Confessions.’ We’re talking excuses - what
Silent Ball, Kiss Chasey & Healthy Harold: Ultimate Aussie School Nostalgia Ft Josh Parto
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re joined by special guest co-host Josh Parto-— the social media creator behind the hilarious teacher, school and family skits taking over TikTok and Instagram.Josh shares how his viral content started, what it’s like being recognised as “the TikTok guy”, and why school nostalgia resonates across generations.Then we get into our first segment, ‘Don’t be a D!c
Cruise Ship Chaos, Menopause Chats & Best Aussie Kids TV Shows | Funny Midlife Podcast
This week on The Midlifers, we kick things off with an honest and heartfelt chat inspired by author Wendy Naumovski and her new book Wendy Talks Menopause - exploring grief, identity shifts, motherhood, perimenopause and why women still aren’t properly supported through this massive life transition.Then things take a sharp turn into cruise ship chaos.From luxury Mediterranean cruises to “poo ships
Where Are They Now? + Aussie BBQ Talk & 90s Nostalgia | Funny Midlife Podcast
90s nostalgia, random deep dives & a very serious BBQ debate - this week’s episode has a bit of everything 😅We kick things off with our ‘Where Are They Now?’ segment, diving into familiar faces from back in the day - including 10 Things I Hate About You’s Andrew Keegan and 4 Non Blondes frontwoman Linda Perry.From cult rumours to chart-topping songwriting careers (and everything in between), i
Devil Wears Prada Is Back 😍 + 80s/90s Makeup Then vs Now | Funny Midlife Podcast
Midlife brains, 90s makeup and a very timely movie throwback - this week’s ep has a bit of everything 📽️We kick things off with a debrief from our live show… where we finally got to get up to sing and then immediately forgot the words. Midlifer brain at its finest!Plus, Fonz finally had her colonoscopy - and yes, her anaesthesiologist gets a glowing review. Most importantly, how were the sandwiche
Don’t Do This at the Hairdresser + Best Movie Karaoke Scenes | Funny Midlife Podcast
Hairdresser chats, a gifting dilemma & movie nostalgia - it’s your favourite Aussie comedy podcast for the over 35 year old crowd!We kick things off with a question that divided us instantly:👉 if someone you know goes overseas, are they expected to bring you back a gift??Fonz & Mez are on completely different sides on this one, and we need to know - where do you sit? To gift, or not?Next
Movies: Rant or Rave? + 80s Home Nostalgia | Funny Midlife Podcast
Cinema nostalgia, midlife rants, and a trip back to the brownest homes of the 80s - welcome back to your favourite funny midlife podcast for GenXers and Millenials!This week, we’re asking the important question: do you rant or rave going to the movies?From overpriced popcorn and choc tops to people talking during the film (WHY 😤), we dive into the highs and lows of the cinema experience: is the mo
Bonus Ep: Marc Abrahams from Erstwilder - Joy, Wearable Art & The Flintstones
Nostalgia, wearable art, and a feel-good convo you didn’t know you needed - welcome to this BONUS EP of The Midlifers - your weekly funny midlife podcast.Today, The Midlifers sit down with Marc Abrahams, creative director of Erstwilder - the iconic brand famous for creating joyful, nostalgic pieces that spark connection across generations.Marc fills us in on how Erstwilder came to be, the heart be
Seth Green, 80’s Stars & Sourdough Starters 🍞 | Funny Midlife Women Podcast
From a Family Ties star to funny midlife observations, and a very passionate chat (drool fest) about bread - welcome back to your fave funny Aussie women podcast!We get a little woo-woo as we talk dream interpretation, midlife intuition, and the strange things you start noticing as you get older - including those moments that make you realise… yep, we’re officially in our midlife era. PS if you wa
Jowls, Jiggly Bits & THE Best Kylie Mole Impersonation
As Jimmy Eat World once sang, ‘It just takes some time, little girl you’re in the middle of the ride.’ Well, we’re not little girls, we’re middle aged mummas, but we’re sure in the middle of it, as Fonz can attest to at the start of the show. Also, Mez is fully feeling like the bank of mum and dad right now, along with being the designated driver - when did life get so hectic?Midlifer Moment: Wr
Online Trolls & Buffy the Vampire Slayer Deep Dive
Mercury in Retrograde - is it a thing that really affects us? Fonz says yes, Mez says…hmmm…well she’s too busy getting annoyed at her teen son who is costing her money and her marbles. That’s how we start this week’s show.Our first segment, Don’t be a D!ck, is all about online etiquette. Don’t be a troll - you’d think that would go without saying, wouldn’t you? Don’t write in all caps, and if
Bonus Ep: Amy Clarke from Confetti Rebels - Fashion, Colour & Midlife Reinvention
Welcome to a special bonus episode of The Midlifers, and this one is all about shaking things up in midlife with fun in fashion. We chat with the incredible woman behind Confetti Rebels, Amy Clarke, who gives us a behind-the-scenes look at building a business, a brand, and backing yourself along the way.We also chat to Amy about how she feels being the front and centre of her social media, the rea
90s & 00’s Party Drinks + Our Hangover Food Fixes
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz kick things off with some classic midlife chat. Mez has been deep in renovation mode and declares there’s no time you look worse than when you’re renovating - covered in paint, dust and wearing the same old clothes for days. Mez also offers a competing theory: the true peak of unattractive moments might actually be the dreaded passport photo. We swa
Self-Employment Rants & How Romance Novels Got Spicy
This week the Midlifers kick things off with a lively chat with some behind-the-scenes housekeeping - including exciting plans for a live show coming up in April. There’s also a bit of feedback from listeners after the recent Whitney vs Mariah Who Did it Better episode - we love hearing from our community, so keep the comments coming in!In Rant & Rave, we chat self-employment. Fonz and Mez div
Punky Brewster, JTT & Movie Soundtracks We Still Love
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz kick things off with a hilariously wholesome story about teenage rebellion - involving sneaking out of the house, lighting a candle, and… walking around the block because there was literally nowhere else to go. From one-on-one chats with teenagers to the shock of realising we’re now at the age where colonoscopies are part of the group chat, the open
Bonus Ep: Elisabeth Easther, our Midlifer of the Month
This month’s bonus episode is a very special one as we welcome our Midlifer of the Month, Elisabeth Easther - writer, actor, voice artist and all-round creative force. From the jump, the conversation flows through creativity, midlife reinvention, and the reality of staying the course in creative industries where rejection is part of the deal.Elisabeth takes us behind the scenes of her novel Seed -
The Grass Isn't Greener & Battle of the 90's Divas
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz kick off with a wide-ranging midlife chat that covers everything from lollipop ladies and awkward etiquette, to scary movies you absolutely shouldn’t watch alone — especially if you still believe in bad energy following you home. There’s also a very honest reflection on how getting older changes what we can tolerate, what scares us, and how our pers
Board Game Battles & Our World Record Mankiest Bra
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz kick things off with classic midlife banter, including Fonz casually admitting to eating a log (yes, really), and Mez firmly defending herself against any suggestion she’s turning into a Karen. We get into the laughs quickly this week, and it doesn’t stop there.Our first segment is Do You Remember: Board Games; the games that dominated living room f
Movie Villains We Love to Hate & Our Love Affair with Pizza
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz kick things off with Besties: Movie Villains We Love to Hate - celebrating the iconic bad guys who terrified us, entertained us and, somehow, became characters we couldn’t look away from. From over-the-top performances to villains with just the right amount of charm, we unpack why some on-screen baddies stick with us long after the credits roll. Bon
Melbourne Rants, Café Raves & Old-School Summer Holidays
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez and Fonz dive headfirst into nostalgia, midlife laughs and a very honest Rant or Rave on Melbourne. From unpredictable weather and terrifying hook turns to unbeatable coffee, food culture and world-class events, we ask the big question: is Melbourne still the most liveable city?Then it’s time for Then & Now: Kids’ Summer Fun, as we reminisce about growin
Bill & Ted vs Encino Man | Don’t Be a D!ck: Tradie Edition
Welcome to Season 3 of The Midlifers Podcast - two midlife women serving nostalgia, laughs and zero self-help, just help yourself.First a quick catch up chat about chaotic summer holidays, food poisoning, jellyfish stings, accidentally attending the Australian Open qualifying rounds (oops). Also, a huge podcast company is doing their very own Midlifers version and it's really given us the sh!t
Do You Remember Summer Music Festivals? 🎶☀️ | Summer Series Ep 3
Welcome to Summer Series Episode 3 of The Midlifers Podcast — and the final episode of our summer specials before we return with a brand-new season.This week, we’re asking: Do you remember summer music festivals?From Big Day Out to Splendour in the Grass and Day on the Green, we’re reminiscing about festival culture in Australia and how our tolerance for crowds, heat and overnight tents has defini
Do You Remember TV Music Shows? 📺🎶 | Summer Series Ep 2
Welcome to Summer Series Episode 2 of The Midlifers Podcast - our shorter, nostalgic summer episodes while we take a break from regular programming.This week, we’re asking: Do you remember TV music shows?From Video Hits and Rage to Recovery, Saturday Morning Live and Video Smash Hits, we’re reminiscing about growing up with music television before streaming, Spotify and TikTok took over. *Editor&#
Do You Remember School Dances? 💃 | Summer Series Ep 1
Welcome to Summer Series Episode 1 of The Midlifers Podcast - a shorter, nostalgic summer special where we deep dive into just one topic while we’re on our break.This week, we’re asking: Do you remember school dances?From primary school bush dancing and heel-and-toe routines, to Grade 6 graduation dances, awkward high school formals, Blue Light Discos and underage club nights — we’re reliving all
Goodbye 2025: Trends, Chaos & Midlife Reflections
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re wrapping up 2025 with our final episode of the year - looking back at the moments, trends and pop culture chaos that defined the year, and sharing what we’re hoping for in 2026.We chat about: ✨ The words of the year (hello 6–7 and parasocial) 🤖 The rise of ChatGPT and AI in everyday life 💉 Celebrity plastic surgery, facelifts and ageing in midlife 👜 Labubu
A Midlifers Christmas Special with Sharnee Fenwick
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re bringing you a very special Christmas episode - and we’re joined by award-winning Australian singer, celebrant and all-round Christmas lover, Sharnee Fenwick.In this festive midlife chat, we talk about music, creativity, motherhood, Christmas traditions and the moments that truly fill your cup. Sharnee shares her journey through the music industry, steppin
Do You Remember Hey Hey It's Saturday? 📺✨
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re doing a full nostalgic deep dive into one of the most iconic Australian TV shows of all time - Hey Hey It’s Saturday.From Plucka Duck and Red Faces to Daryl Summers, Dickie Knee, Ozzie Ostrich, and the unforgettable chaos of live TV, this episode is a love letter to Saturday nights when the whole family gathered around the television.We reminisce about: 📺
Monte Carlos, Mint Slices & The Best 90's Music Videos
This week on The Midlifers, we’re diving into two of our great joys in midlife: biscuits (or should we say bikkies?) and 90s nostalgia. If you're a woman over 35 who grew up dunking a Scotch Finger into a cuppa or watching music video clips on Rage, this episode is a delicious trip down memory lane.We kick things off with your calls and comments about Aussie Arnott's biscuits - from Kingst
Aussie Author Rachael Johns on Writing, Woo-Woo Magic & The Babysitter’s Club
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we’re thrilled to bring you a special guest episode with one of Australia’s most loved authors, and fellow Midlifer, Rachael Johns.In this warm, funny and wonderfully nostalgic chat, we dive into writing, midlife creativity, books that shaped us, intuition, friendship, and her brand-new novel The Lucky Sisters.Rachael shares: ✨ How she writes without planning (a
Bonus Ep: Tina Coleman: 50, Fabulous & F*ckable
This very special bonus episode of The Midlifers Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Tina Coleman, self-published author of 50, Fabulous and Fckable* - a bold, empowering book for women entering their 40s, 50s and beyond.Tina joins us from Mexico to share her journey of turning fear about ageing into a powerful second act. We talk about midlife confidence, perimenopause, menopause self
Christmas Chaos & Winona Ryder: GenX's Go To Actress
We’re two midlife mums keeping it real with humour, nostalgia, and a weekly dose of relatable chaos - because midlife doesn’t have to be serious!This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Mez opens up about her mysterious front-fringe wispy bits that are suddenly making her look like a mad scientist. Is it peri-menopause? Stress? Hormones? Or are all of us midlifers sprouting a few “surprise hairs” these
Tuppaware, Only Fans & Ben Stiller
Geez this week’s episode is a doozy, with our regular nostalgia and fun, and a story from Fonz that will have you crying with laughter.First we wanted to start with a thank you to some of our Midlifers who have put some pep in our step by supporting us, and reaching out to us when we were a bit down with the struggles of being a small, independent podcast. You Midlifers came to the rescue with yo
Crush Confessions & Catchphrases
This week on The Midlifers Podcast we/re diving into embarrassing celebrity crushes we've had over the years - from Walter Matthau (wtf?!) to Adam Driver, Steve Buscemi, and even a few from Jersey Shore. We confess it all and want to know - who was your cringe crush growing up?Then, in Rant or Rave, we're talking catchphrases and slang. From 80's classics like 'Rad' and 'Co
Race Day Do’s & Dont’s & The TV Chefs We Love 🧑🍳
We’re two midlife mums keeping it real - serving up laughs, nostalgia, and a healthy dose of Aussie humour every week on The Midlifers Podcast.In this episode, Fonz and Mez are celebrating a huge shout-out from bestselling author Rachael Johns, who called The Midlifers “worth listening to” in her blog. Indeed we are! We chat about what it’s like building a podcast as “Z-grade celebs,” the highs an
Sealed Sections & The Ultimate Girl Band Battle
We’re two midlife mums sharing laughs, nostalgia and a bit of everyday chaos, because life doesn’t have to be serious. Together, Mez and Fonz embrace it all!This week on The Midlifer’s Podcast, Fonz discovers she’s today years old when she realises the classic children’s book Spot was actually named after trying to spot the dog. Mind blown! Meanwhile, Mez is ready to break free and sing wherever s
80s Kids vs Today + The Great Milo Chat
We’re two midlife mums sharing laughs, nostalgia and a bit of everyday chaos - because midlife doesn’t have to be serious!This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Fonz ponders a very important question - what actually happens in the back of a police divvy van? Do the crims just roll around back there? Meanwhile, Mez has started a new health plan before Christmas, getting a head start on feeling good fo
Theme Park Rants & Drew Barrymore Coolness
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, Fonz shares a brilliant tip straight from her hairdresser - what to do when you’ve strayed and need to make that awkward return (we’ve all been there). Meanwhile, Mez is feeling the TikTok tut-tuts after last week’s episode on book-to-screen adaptations - the internet had some thoughts!Our first segment is Rant or Rave: Theme Parks 🎢 Are they worth the price? Do
Midlife Mums, Moo Moos & 90s Sitcoms
This week on The Midlifers Podcast, we kick things off by chatting about how our style and energy have changed over the years (because midlife ain’t what it used to be). Let’s be real - we’re two middle aged mums who give off a dorky vibe, and people have noticed! Our first segment is a mix of Confessions and Then & Now, where we dive into maternity wear — from the embarrassing truth about sti
From Westco Change Rooms to Bridget Jones
So the big thing around fashion these days is that tight gym wear is out, and floppy jalopy gym clothes are in. But listen up Gen Z, Mez had been there and done that in the early 00’s and can tell you that lycra might not be cool anymore, but it’s a helluva lot more practical on a treadmill than baggy pants.Fonz has us questioning how much our generation has seen with changes in tech - from the i
Remember These 80’s Fashion Trends?
In our chin-hair wag, Fonz tells us about a car she saw that suggested the driver was a cheater. What was the story? Why were his windows wound down? And why must a situation like this be honked at?Meanwhile Mez’s teen has somehow accumulated hundreds of false eyelashes - where the f did they all come from? Beauty for teens changed from back in our day when Maybelline Matte Mousse was the go-to.
Midlife Magic & Miss Congeniality vs Legally Blonde
Before we dive into our main segments, Fonz regales us with a recent happening involving a mum and a car park. Fonz was flustered, and it made us think about what it takes to confront people - whatever it is, Fonz and Mez don’t have it.Mez also came across a TikTok from @upspiral.life which totally changed the narrative about how we look at women going through (peri)menopause. Hint: we’re not ju
Rich Reality TV & Parenting Fail Confessions
Recently Mez took her teens to a concert - her first time as a mum chaperone. There were rappers, there were excited teens, and there was Mez sitting back thinking, ‘you call that a mosh pit?!’We’ve also had author Tania Weatherley call in to share some of her top book to movie adaptations. We’ll be recording this segment soon, and so you if you have any you’d like to add, please leave a comment
The Midlifers Meet Tom Gerrard & Wayne Lim - Pt 2
Today we continue our convo with this month’s special guests, artists and podcasters, Wayne Lim & Tom Gerrard.We start with one of our regular segments, ‘Then & Now’, and we talk about how the accessibility of art has changed, especially in the digital age. Plus, how does AI fit into this all??We then end the show with some more arty questions we had for Tom and Wayne. From having the gu
The Midlifers Meet Tom Gerrard & Wayne Lim - Pt 1
This month’s special guests are Wayne Lim & Tom Gerrard - artists, podcasters, and just all round great guys!We get to pick their brains about everything art. Things we’ve always been curious about, like, what if we don’t feel anything when we see an infamous work of art? (ahem, Mona Lisa, we’re looking at you girl). Wayne & Tom grace us with their insights and experience and really help
Hotel Hot Takes & The Simpsons
Chrissy Amphlett once sang, ‘There’s a fine line between pleasure and pain.’ Turns out, there is also a fine line between standing up for yourself and being a Karen. Fonz ponders this as she fears she may have had a Karen moment, and as we discuss this, we see there are some murky lines between the two.Mez’s daughter played Pac Man over the weekend. Now it looks like she knows more about this c
Book Crazes & Roast Dinners
Before we get into our main segments, we had some feedback on our previous episode about ‘Romper Room’. Nicole messaged us, after having actually been on the show in the 70’s. Yes!! She gave us a bit of inside goss into how this wonderful old school kid’s show was filmed.We also had a Midlifer Moment come in through our Speakpipe from Kristy, asking, ‘how do you break up with your hairdresser?’
A Young Talent Time Deep Dive ⭐
Fonz hurt herself this week and gave herself a wee bit of a concussion. The takeaway from this? Take note of people’s reactions.If you hurt yourself or take a tumble and people laugh, it means you’re still kinda young. If there’s an ‘ooooh’ and then silence, you’re getting old and, well, welcome to the club!Our first segment this week is ‘Besties’. We’re listing our most fave one hit wonders.
The Midlifers Meet Sammy Petersen
This week we have our very first (& hopefully not last) guest on the show.Aussie comedian and podcast host, Mr. Sammy Petersen.Currently touring with his stand up show, ‘Why the Long Face,’ as well as hosting his successful podcast, ‘Confessions the Podcast’, not to mention co-hosting two other hit podcasts, ‘Your Two Drunk Aunties’ with Bron Lewis, and ‘Not Another Crime Podcast’ with Georgia
Ready Please Mr Music
A bit of feedback from our earlier episode re TV Heartthrobs. One of our listeners, Tanya, mentioned Phelpsy. The curly haired cutie from Water Rats 😍 This reminded Mez of her discovery of Mitch from Baywatch cira 1992 - he was a bit of alright, she recently realised.Fonz has also made a discovery this week, about how a smile can go a long way. From an anxious checkout line at Costco, to a wal
Fish & Chips & the elusive Chiko Roll
Fonz is making new friends in Ubers. No, it’s not with the driver who farted, but with other adults who might become her friends. How weird is it making friends as grown ups?Mez’s son is growing up, and Mez is premenstrual. This means tears and reflection. We talk about the bitter-sweetness of motherhood and how it makes us feel.Our first segment this week is Besties - best home hacks. Think
Beauty Confessions & TV Heartthrobs
You know how there are certain tasks that are a thing of the past? Like reading a newspaper. Handwashing dishes. Well, what about polishing your shoes? Do people still do this? Mez occasionally does, and was wondering if she was alone in this.Fonz’s blood is boiling, and it’s all thanks to some random dude collecting money for charity. What’s his problem? What’s Fonz’s problem? And will she cra
The 90’s Grunge Era: Nirvana, Mosh Pits & Sweat 🎶💧
Later this year, the Gen Xers and Millennials in Australia are going to have a field day, with Metallica, Oasis & ACDC all touring our shores at the same time. Yep, us oldies are going to rock it, and Mez chats about it to start off this week’s show.Meanwhile, Fonz is getting to know TikTok, or more like what it feels like to be (un)seen on TikTok. Is there shame involved? Yes! But hey, ther
Chucking a Sickie & 90's Teen Cult Movies
It’s happened. Fonz has begun to dress like she lives in Costco and Aldi. Perhaps she should shop elsewhere for her wardrobe, but where’s the fun in that? Also Mez has unearthed the world’s most disgusting treasure trove from her son’s school bag. Behold, the dawn of the teenage boy 🤢This week, we have ‘Rant or Rave - the Sickie’. In Australia, we are lucky to have 2 weeks entitlement of sick
The Perfect Match - Dating Shows & Plot Twists
It’s cold in Melbourne right now, and Fonz has yeast. So, rather than go out and buy bread, she’s decided to pull out the old bread maker and bake some goodness. Meanwhile, Mez is feeling her age - the creaks and pains from random everyday activities have started - yep, middle age is well and truly here.We look back at dating shows this week, in our ‘Do You Remember?’ segment. From the 80’s Per
Footloose, Flashdance & Chin Hairs That Won't Dissolve
Mez has found the secret to keeping AI from taking over our jobs - it may involve pissing on carpets…you’ll understand once you listen.This week we bring you, ‘Then & Now’. We have a chat about hair removal. Yeah it’s all laser and threading now, but how messy, painful and annoying was it growing up in the 80’s? A lot has changed, and we break it down.After some feedback, we bring you Part
A Banh Mi or a Schnitty Sandwich??
The doors to Mez’s fridge fell off. Just like that. WTF? And Fonz is also having a bad week, and hanging in there by a thread. But things will get better…won’t they?Our first segment this week is ‘Don’t be a D!ck…at the Kid’s School’. Think playground mafia, kids with boogers, and uniforms that get destroyed in a day. Speaking of that, Mez recounts a doozy from her early high school days with
No Paris, You Did Not Invent The Selfie 📸
Last year Fonz & Mez had strong opposing views about air fryers. Team air fryer - Fonz. Team overhyped - Mez. BUT, a year on and Mez is hopping on the air fryer train, but only so her kitchen doesn’t burn down…Also, this week Fonz made a discovery about a family member which has kept her from making small talk for over 10 years. Is she a fool?? Most likely yes!Selfies. Yes they were indee
Home & Away vs Neighbours
Someone is stealing Fonz’s pumpkins. It’s a fact - she has it all on camera. Wtf? Tune in and Fonz will explain it all. Meanwhile, Mez is attending auctions and going to footy games in which she has no vested interests…and she’s loving it! Thus begins our weekly chin(hair) wag.Australis. Red Earth. The Body Shop. These were all the ‘it’ brands of Aussie beauty in the 90’s, and we thought we’
Soup's On!!
Fonz keeps stuffing up. Yes, we know this happens often, but it’s infiltrated her school-parenting life, and she wants to explain her foibles! Mez has been forking out the cash on her kids clothes whilst feeling guilty about splashing minimal cash on herself. Why is this so common with mums?Our ‘Midlifer Moment’ this week is about those moments when our kids outdo us. When they work on somethi
A Titanic Deep Dive
In this week’s ep, we start with a chat about our legitimacy. How starting off as a ‘nobody’ podcast made us feel a bit like imposters. Fast forward 1 year later (yes, it has been a year already!), and we’re finally starting to feel legit! What’s made us feel this way? Listen to find out.‘Don’t be a D!ck…at the Supermarket.’’ From the food squeezers, to the kids fruit eaters, to the Aldi worke
