In this episode, we sit down with Candice Guardino, the force behind Italian Bred, to talk about the life experiences that shaped her — from growing up in a big, expressive Italian family to turning those moments into comedy, storytelling, and now a growing platform across stage, screen, and writing.

Candice shares what it was like being raised in a home where everyone talked (and yelled) at once, and how her grandmother played a huge role in shaping her voice from a young age. That foundation now shows up in everything she creates — raw, honest, and deeply relatable.

We also get into the more personal side of her journey. From her upcoming book Confessions of an Italian Bred Girl to her experiences with fertility struggles, IVF, and endometriosis, Candice opens up about topics that aren’t talked about enough — especially when it comes to women’s health and conception.

There’s plenty of humour along the way too — from motherhood moments (including Disney trips and bug encounters 😅) to the realities of pregnancy, postpartum changes, and what it really feels like to be a mom. As she puts it, it’s the best kind of tired.

From Pilates instructor to performer, writer, and creator, this conversation is about following your path, speaking your truth, and turning real life into something meaningful — and entertaining.

What’s inside:

• Growing up in a loud, loving Italian family
• Her relationship with her grandmother
• Turning family dynamics into storytelling
• Her upcoming book Confessions of an Italian Bred Girl
• Acting work and career journey (from Pilates to performance)
• Fertility struggles, IVF and endometriosis
• Motherhood realities — the good, the exhausting, the funny
• Disney trips, mom life, and unexpected moments
• Pregnancy and postpartum changes
• Parenting, family expectations, and “spoiling” your child
• What’s next for Candice

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In this episode, we dive into our love–hate relationship with technology and how deeply it’s embedded into modern life. From favourite gadgets and smart homes to digital frustration and midlife learning curves, we explore whether tech is making life easier—or quietly more complicated.

We talk about how everything is becoming digital: taxes, IDs, driver’s licences, banking, even buying a house or a car. And while convenience is at an all-time high, so is overwhelm.

There’s also a look at social media’s double edge—connection, opportunity, and education on one side, but also bullying, pressure, and responsibility on the other. Plus, real-life stories around using platforms like Craigslist and Carvana for major purchases.

Finally, we ask a bigger question: are we becoming too dependent on technology—and losing skills along the way?

What’s inside:

• Favourite tech, smart devices
• Digital living & Wi-Fi reliance
• Midlife tech learning
• Social media pros and cons
• Buying online + real stories

If this episode on technology and digital life combined with midlife struck a chord, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss future conversations on the realities of midlife today. Join us for more honest, relatable discussions on ageing, change and everything midlife throws our way.

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Some people cook because they have to, others cook because it’s part of who they are.

In this episode, we sit down with Momma Jackie — the TikTok and Instagram creator known for her comforting Italian recipes — to talk about where it all started, how it grew and why cooking still matters in a fast-paced world.

Momma Jackie shares how curiosity about making money online turned into something much bigger. Her videos might go viral, but at the heart of it all is something simple: feeding people, getting their reactions, sharing knowledge and keeping traditions alive. Plus, letting everyone know it’s not as hard as it seems!

We talk about the real value of cooking at home (saving money as a bonus to that) and the must-have ingredients and spices every kitchen needs while being real all along the way - just like Momma Jackie is in her videos.

We also touch on favorite dishes and the ones she’d happily never make — plus little details that make a big difference (like why lemon zest beats lemon juice every time).

This one feels like sitting in the kitchen with someone who’s done it all… and still genuinely loves it.

What’s inside:

• How social media (and curiosity about online income) got Momma Jackie started
• Viral recipes and building an audience
• Passing cooking knowledge down to the next generation
• Essential ingredients every kitchen should have
• Cooking for Easter and family traditions
• Adjusting traditional recipes for modern life
• Favourite dish… and the one she avoids
• Family time, cooking joy and creating a cookbook
• Making Italian sauce from scratch

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There’s a point in midlife where you start asking yourself different questions. Not “What’s next?”… but “What do I actually want now?”

In this episode, we talk about the things we still desire — some simple, some unexpected, some that have been quietly sitting in the background for years. From wanting more rest to dreaming bigger (yes, even writing a book or doing something completely random like getting slimed in Florida), it’s about giving those thoughts space again. We also look back at the things we miss from earlier years and the things we think we could have done then.

And then come the dilemmas. The real-life decisions that don’t have clear answers. Work or retire? How involved do you get as a mother-in-law? Do you move your life to be closer to your kids?

It’s honest, it’s a bit all over the place (in the best way), and it’s exactly what midlife sounds like when you say things out loud.

What’s inside:

• Life updates and catching up (incl. a hacked bank account and a close call with fire)
• The things we still desire in midlife
• Simple wants vs bigger dreams
• Looking back: what we miss from younger years
• Real-life dilemmas with no clear answers
• Work vs retirement
• The kind of mothers-in-law we will be
• Moving closer to your children — yes or no?
• The idea of doing something fun together… Vegas? 🎰

Tune in for the raw midlife conversations, the laughs and the stories that could have been a mini-series of their own.

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There’s something about spring that makes you pause… look around… and realise what needs a bit of sorting — in your home and in your life.

In this episode, we talk about the shift that comes with a new season, the small annoyances (hello allergies and bugs) and the practical stuff (switching wardrobes, noticing those very dirty windows).

We move from everyday moments to bigger conversations because spring brings a shift in mindset too. It feels like the start of a new cycle — a time to check in with yourself, take care of your body, and stay on top of the things that matter. From self-care to those important (and often delayed) appointments like mammograms and gynaecologist visits, this season has a way of nudging you back into looking after yourself properly. (As always, real talk about what this season brings when you’re in midlife.)

Of course, we also get into the routines that come with spring like Easter preparations and gifts, birthdays, and even a bit of April Fool’s.

What’s inside:

• Life updates and what’s been going on lately
• Spring wardrobe switch & unpredictable weather
• Sweating, seasonal changes, and real-life annoyances
• Self-care in spring (what that actually looks like now)
• The downside of spring: allergies, bugs, and all
• Spring break memories and school routines
• The moment you notice your windows are… not clean 😅
• Easter prep, gifts and traditions
• Clearing clutter physically and mentally
• Women’s History Month quiz
• Menopause and hormone therapy conversations
• Birthdays and how they feel at this stage of life
• A little April Fool’s fun

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In this episode of the Midlife Mafia podcast, we sit down with Kitchen Killa Lisa, an accidental influencer who has captivated nearly two million followers on TikTok. At 61, Lisa is redefining what it means to age gracefully with her candid rants, real-life advice, and unapologetic takes on beauty, fashion, and relationships.

Lisa's approach to discussing sensitive subjects, such as her experiences with weight loss and body image, showcases her commitment to real talk. She openly shares her past struggles with weight, including her journey through various weight loss surgeries and the emotional toll of societal judgments. By doing so, she not only normalizes these conversations but also empowers others to embrace their own journeys without shame. Her motto of "no fakes, phonies, or filters" reinforces the idea that midlife is not a time to hide but rather an opportunity to live out loud and embrace one's true self.

Her humorous and relatable content, including her playful use of terms like "twatapotamus," adds a layer of lightheartedness to serious discussions. This blend of humor and honesty allows her audience to connect with her on a personal level, creating a safe space for dialogue about the challenges and joys of aging.

Join us as we explore Lisa's journey from boredom to becoming a beloved voice for women over 40. Discover how she encourages her community to embrace confidence and happiness—whether it's through Botox, fillers, or simply living out loud. This episode is all about empowerment, laughter, and the idea that life can truly begin at any age.

What’s inside:

1. Lisa's TikTok journey
2. The twat story and gift exchange
3. Confidence and weight loss journey
4. Overcoming hurtful comments IRL and online
5. Menopause experiences
6. Celebrity crushes and encounters
7. Making people laugh and providing therapy

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will leave you feeling powerful and enlightened about your own journey! Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe so you never miss our new content.

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Some episodes are deep, some are funny and some feel like sitting around the table swapping the things we wish someone had told us sooner.

This one? It’s that. Tips for women by women.

We’re sharing the practical stuff — the little tips and tricks that make everyday life smoother. Skincare routines, cooking motivation, the art of folding bed sheets, and yes… the ongoing saga of buying pants online.

We also get into budgeting — eating out, subscriptions, and the quiet ways money slips through your fingers if you’re not paying attention.

In the middle of it all, we take a moment for Women’s History Month and talk about Mary Anderson — the woman behind the windshield wiper. One of those inventions you never think about… until you really do.

And we wrap it up with advice we’d give our younger selves. Some of it practical. Some of it honest. All of it real.

Here’s what’s inside:

1. Shower, skincare and feet care products and routines
2. Cooking habits
3. Laundry, linen and bleaching done right
4. Smart budgeting
5. A Women’s History Month spotlight
6. The advice we wish we’d heard sooner

It’s useful. It’s relatable. And it’s women sharing what works — without pretending we’ve mastered everything.

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Have you ever wondered why so much of it still falls on you… even when nobody says it out loud?

In this episode, we talk about the expectations you’ve lived with—at home, at work, and in the spaces no one really sees. Not to accuse. Not to keep score. Just to acknowledge it. Because somewhere along the way, you learned what was yours to carry… and you carried it. Just like so many women do.

We get into the reality of keeping a home when you also have a career, why some roles still fall the way they do. How much of it comes from how we were raised and how those patterns show up later—in marriages, in workplaces, and in the choices women make for themselves.

There’s talk about corporate America, promotions, and pay gaps, about women in sports and the different paths women take professionally, about healthcare and the decisions and experiences that are deeply personal (and often complicated).

Sometimes we agree. Sometimes we don’t. Sometimes we admit we’ve been on both sides of the argument. But that’s the point. This isn’t about judging—it’s about recognising the reality, the progress, and everything in between.

Here’s a taste of what’s inside:

1. The unspoken expectations waiting at home
2. Where these roles begin—and how they evolve
3. Work, ambition and the conversations around fairness
4. Women’s choices, careers and changing paths
5. The reality for women in sports
6. The healthcare topics that shape women’s lives
7. 
   

It’s an honest conversation, a realistic one and one that might sound very familiar.

If this episode makes you think, reflect, or see things a little differently, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe.

Mentioned in this episode:

Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre https://www.amazon.com/Nobodys-Girl-Surviving-Fighting-Justice/dp/0593493125

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