Friends. Period.

About Friends. Period.

We're five lifelong best friends who have navigated everything together from our first periods to our last and all the ups and downs in between. Now, we're tackling midlife with humor, honesty, and plenty of opinions! Join the Friends Period Podcast for real conversations about perimenopause, menopause, changing bodies, relationships, aging, self-care, brain fog, and the unexpected twists of midlife. We're here to laugh, vent, share stories, and remind women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond that they're not alone. Pull up a chair. We're Friends. Period.

Publisher

Lisa Farese, Tara LaChance, Erin LaPrad, Colleen Nadeau, Meghan Nordt

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Apr 2026

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Is This Your First Day on Earth?! Common Courtesy, Midlife Rage & DRACARYS!

   Are we turning into grumpy oldsters, or has everyone forgotten how to behave in public? On this episode of Friends Period Podcast, we're catching up on listener comments, sharing some surprising yam cream information, and hearing what Erin witnessed at the theater (and no, we're NOT talking about the show!). Then we get into the big question: Where have awareness, etiquette, and common courtesy gone??? From everyday social interactions to those moments that make you wonder if you're living on a different planet, we're talking about the behaviors that leave us shaking our heads. But we're not done yet. One particularly infuriating commercial sends our midlife rage into overdrive, leaving us ready to unleash our inner dragon and shout “DRACARYS!” 🔥 Are we just getting older, or are people really forgetting the basics? Pull up a chair, join the conversation, and tell us what has YOU wondering whether it's someone's first day on Earth. In this episode: Viewer comments and some unexpected yam cream facts Erin's theater experience — the real-life happenings, not the performance! Everyday etiquette, social awareness, and the disappearance of common courtesy Midlife frustration, righteous rage, and the commercial that pushed us over the edge Massachusetts Conference for Women and Lucky Seat Connect with Friends Period Podcast: Join the conversation and share your own midlife observations. Because getting older doesn't mean we have to stop having opinions! Follow us on Instagram @friendsperiod5 Email us at Friendsperiod5@gmail.com (mailto:Friendsperiod5@gmail.com) #FriendsPeriodPodcast #Midlife #CommonCourtesy #MidlifeRage The "Friends. Period." podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are strictly their own and are based on their individual life stages and personal experiences. We are not medical professionals, nutritionists, or licensed advisors. The content shared during our conversations should not be taken as medical, health, or professional advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before making any significant changes to your diet, exercise routine, or lifestyle. Before trying any new supplements, health products, or wellness practices mentioned on this show, you should consult with a healthcare professional to ensure they are safe and appropriate for your specific needs. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, we are not sponsored by, or affiliated with, any products, brands, or services mentioned in our episodes. Any mention of a product is based on our personal use and does not constitute an official endorsement. We encourage our listeners to use their own judgment and discernment. What works for us may not work for you, and we recommend doing your own research before trying something new.

2. 

   9 Oct 2026

   A Clown Car, Driver’s Ed & Menopause on Capitol Hill

   It's been a few weeks, and boy, do we have some catching up to do! From a truly unexpected encounter with a "clown" car that hit one of our houses this past weekend, to reminiscing about our Driver's Ed days, the Friends Period crew has plenty to talk about. We share what's been happening in our lives, take a nostalgic trip back to learning to drive, and swap some laughs along the way. Then we turn to a timely conversation about the recent Congressional hearing on menopause and why increased attention to women's health, research, and care matters. It's the usual mix of friendship, funny stories, midlife experiences, and conversations that deserve to be heard. From our first periods to now, there's always been something to talk about. Pull up a chair and join us! Here is the link to the Congressional Hearing video we reference. (https://youtu.be/qc6X6RCF-hA?si=9mixcuFGRF9GgLAX) Keep in touch- Follow us on Instagram @friendsperiod5 Email us at ⁠Friendsperiod5@gmail.com⁠ #FriendsPeriodPodcast #Menopause #MidlifeWomen #Perimenopause #WomensHealth #WomenOver40 #MidlifeHumor #FunnyStories The "Friends. Period." podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are strictly their own and are based on their individual life stages and personal experiences. We are not medical professionals, nutritionists, or licensed advisors. The content shared during our conversations should not be taken as medical, health, or professional advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before making any significant changes to your diet, exercise routine, or lifestyle. Before trying any new supplements, health products, or wellness practices mentioned on this show, you should consult with a healthcare professional to ensure they are safe and appropriate for your specific needs. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, we are not sponsored by, or affiliated with, any products, brands, or services mentioned in our episodes. Any mention of a product is based on our personal use and does not constitute an official endorsement. We encourage our listeners to use their own judgment and discernment. What works for us may not work for you, and we recommend doing your own research before trying something new.

3. 

   16 Sept 2026

   Tech Talk: Are We Getting Old… Or Do We Just Not Care Anymore?

   In this episode, we're talking TECH- and wondering when exactly we became the people who need help figuring out how to use something. Technology has changed dramatically since we were kids, teens, and even young adults. We went from rotary phones and answering machines to cell phones that do just about everything, from finding our way somewhere to telling us what the weather will be before we even look outside. We remember life before GPS, before Google, before social media... and somehow, we survived! So why do some of us struggle to keep up now? Are we becoming the cliché “old people” who can't figure out the latest technology? Or have we simply reached a point in life where we don't feel the need to have the newest phone, learn every new app, or keep up with whatever the latest tech trend happens to be? Maybe we're perfectly capable of learning it... we just don't always care enough to. Join us as we look back at how much technology has changed, laugh about the things that confuse us now, and ask whether getting older means falling behind... or simply becoming more selective about what's actually worth our time. Pull up a chair and join the conversation! Keep in touch- Follow us on Instagram @friendsperiod5 Email us at ⁠Friendsperiod5@gmail.com⁠ The "Friends. Period." podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are strictly their own and are based on their individual life stages and personal experiences. We are not medical professionals, nutritionists, or licensed advisors. The content shared during our conversations should not be taken as medical, health, or professional advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before making any significant changes to your diet, exercise routine, or lifestyle. Before trying any new supplements, health products, or wellness practices mentioned on this show, you should consult with a healthcare professional to ensure they are safe and appropriate for your specific needs. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, we are not sponsored by, or affiliated with, any products, brands, or services mentioned in our episodes. Any mention of a product is based on our personal use and does not constitute an official endorsement. We encourage our listeners to use their own judgment and discernment. What works for us may not work for you, and we recommend doing your own research before trying something new.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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