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Message In The Middle

Message In The Middle

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Recent Episodes

April 25, 2025

Can We Really Have It All? A Candid Conversation About Burnout and Ba…

Joining Marianne today is Dr. Denise Brown—a Stanford-trained physician, author, former CEO and Chief Strategy Officer, and board advisor to seven- and eight-figure companies. Dr. Brown brings over three decades of experience...

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April 18, 2025

The Mastectomy She Chose: A Candid Breast Cancer Conversation with Er…

Today’s episode is both powerful and personal. I’m joined by Erica Neubert Campbell , a breast cancer survivor, seasoned cancer advocate, and Executive Director of the Pinky Swear Foundation —a nonprofit that supports familie...

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April 11, 2025

The Power of the Pause: Katie Krimitsos on Getting Still, Building a …

In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a business that’s in full alignment with your values, your energy, and your purpose. My guest, Katie Krimitsos, is the founder and CEO o...

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April 4, 2025

Rebellious Wellness: Rethinking Midlife Health with Gregory Anne Cox

Today we’re challenging the conventional wisdom around health, aging, and what it means to live life on your own terms. Joining me is Gregory Anne Cox—though most know her simply as Greg. For over 22 years, Greg has been coac...

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March 28, 2025

Aging in Place: Home Safety & Smart Modifications with Greg Cantori

Have you ever thought about what it truly takes to age safely and comfortably in your own home—or to help a loved one do the same? As we or our parents age, simple things like stairs, bathrooms, and even lighting can become a...

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March 20, 2025

Navigating Caregiving and Family Conversations about Aging Parents - …

In this episode of Message in the Middle , Marianne is joined by Janice Goldmintz, founder of Talk About Aging , to explore the crucial and often challenging conversations surrounding caregiving and aging parents. With her ex...

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March 14, 2025

Brownies for Breakfast? Lynne Bowman’s Secret to Healthy Eating & Vib…

What if you could enjoy Brownies for Breakfast and still live a vibrant, healthy life? In this episode of Message in the Middle , Marianne welcomes best-selling author Lynne Bowman, a firecracker with deep expertise in health...

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March 7, 2025

Take Action & Transform Your Life: Amy Goober on Confidence, Clarity …

Do you ever feel stuck in life, unsure how to take the next step toward your goals? You’re not alone! In this episode of Message in the Middle , Marianne sits down with Amy Goober , an expert action coach who helps women stop...

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March 1, 2025

Menopause and Nutrition: Eating for Hormone Balance & Long-Term Health

In this episode of Message in the Middle , host Marianne welcomes Alison Bladh, a seasoned health writer, speaker, and author with over 35 years of experience in the wellness space. Specializing in menopause, perimenopause, a...

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Reviews

Great host!

"Marianne is a fantastic host—engaging, insightful, and genuinely invested in the conversation. Her questions and stories didn’t just guide our discussion; they amplified the message and takeaways for…"

WGLeg | Jan. 31, 2025

Fantastic conversations!

"Marianne is a fantastic host and interviewer. I love her down to earth wisdom and conversations. Def a must listen."

JennyB Designs | Feb. 2, 2025

Podcast offers such great topics that are relatable.

"I listen weekly and the topics and guests are just amazing. I highly recommend the most recent which is a two part series. The guest is Ashley McCombs Mizell who suddenly went blind after being dia…"

mary jo l | March 7, 2023

So good!

"This podcast has so much important information on it! The host, Marianne, is a great interviewer who asks insightful questions and unlike a lot of podcast hosts, she listens to the answers without in…"

KM98654 | June 16, 2023

One of those rare podcasts that feels like a warm conversation with a wise friend

"Message in the Middle with Marianne is one of those rare podcasts that feels like a warm conversation with a wise friend. Marianne has a gift for holding space for real, vulnerable dialogue—diving in…"

Lisa Sugarman | April 21, 2025

Insightful and Empowering!

"Message in the Middle is an exceptional podcast that dives deep into life's most challenging lessons. Each episode leaves me with new perspectives and practical takeaways that I can apply to my own l…"

Goddess Ande | July 10, 2024

Living a healthy lifestyle

"It certainly isn’t easy to change your childhood habits when you are older. Maryanne’s podcast are quite informative and gives you the hope you need to go forward. Listening to these podcasts is a …"

Sregone | Oct. 12, 2024

Recent Blog Posts

April 28, 2025

Can We Really Have It All? A Candid Conversation About Burnout and Ba…

What if the path to a more fulfilling life didn’t require running yourself into the ground first? In this week’s episode of Message in the Middle, I sat down with Dr. Denise Brown—Stanford-trained physician, former CEO, strategic …

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April 21, 2025

Creating Safer Spaces: How to Help Your Loved Ones Age in Place with …

As our loved ones get older, many of them express a strong desire to stay in the homes they know and love—but that doesn’t mean those spaces are ready to support them as they age. From fall risks to poor lighting and tricky stairs, the h…

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April 21, 2025

The Power of the Pause: Katie Krimitsos on Getting Still, Building a …

In a world that often glorifies hustle and constant doing, what if the real magic happens when we pause? In the latest episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Katie Krimitsos, founder and CEO of the Women’s Meditation Network, to ex…

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