Just the Tonic is a podcast celebrating and chatting all things midlife.
Like a good catch up with friends, expect candid conversations and brutal honesty as we dive deep into the messy, beautiful chaos that is midlife. It’s like the group therapy session you never knew you needed, filled with relatable stories, and shared experiences.
Hosted by Emma and Nina two forty-something women trying to cling on to their careers, themselves and juggle motherhood and everything else in between.
So, whether you’re navigating midlife like a boss or just trying to remember what day it is, Just the Tonic is your go-to ‘me time’ for camaraderie, laughter and a whole lot of realness.
Join Emma and Nina for a festive dose of Just the Tonic as they dive into all things Christmas in midlife. From reminiscing about childhood traditions to comparing them with the chaos (and charm) of now, they share their holiday likes, dislikes, and laugh-out-loud moments. Discover their best and worst gifts, must-watch Christmas films, and their thoughts on tinsel—yay or nay? Plus, what’s on their wish lists this year, and what’s their go-to Christmas Day attire? Grab a mulled wine and settl...
4 Dec 2024
Scented Reflections: The stories behind our favourite perfumes.
Perfume enthusiasts share personal stories about how scents evoke memories of significant life events, revealing the emotional power of fragrance.
27 Nov 2024
A different approach: The power of inspiration and advice from others.
Just the Tonic hosts discuss how advice from others can reshape our perspectives and behaviors, highlighting the power of inspiration and female friendships in navigating difficult scenarios.
20 Nov 2024
You gotta make the effort. Wise advice from Hollywood.
Hollywood shares wise advice on making the effort to prioritize self-care through simple daily actions that bring joy and fulfillment.
13 Nov 2024
How not to be so hard on ourselves. What we can learn from our failings and mistakes.
Authors and comedians Helen Zaltzmann and Tom Deacon explore how we can learn from our failures and mistakes to become more compassionate and resilient individuals.
6 Nov 2024
Re-glitter. What to do when midlife gets mundane.
Julia Roberts-inspired 're-glittering' strategies help midlife feel less mundane, revealing small steps to reignite spontaneity and break free from daily routine.
30 Oct 2024
Generation pass down. The best of the old ways and reinventing the new.
Drawing from personal stories of growing up and what ‘parenting style’ we grew up with, this episode explores what traditions we’ve carried forward into our lives now we have a family. We discuss the impact of parental guidance, the evolution of family time, and the value of staying connected with loved ones. Join us as we reflect on past experiences to shape a meaningful and balanced approach to life and parenting. Tune in for insights that bridge the gap between past and present!As al...
23 Oct 2024
Confidence calling. How to win the constant battle with midlife self-confidence.
In this episode, we dive into the highs and lows of midlife confidence—how our careers, personal growth, and even eyesight impacts the way we feel about ourselves. From discovering the power of reading glasses to facing the overwhelming pace of technology, we explore the challenges of staying relevant and confident at work. We discuss the importance of accepting life's changes, taking control of tough situations, and finding strength in adversity. Join us as we share personal stories, practic...
16 Oct 2024
Happy Holidays? Navigating our annual vacay in midlife.
To kick things off, our first episode covers the reality of holidaying in midlife where we keep it real about the highs and lows of family travel. We chat about navigating everything from teen packing chaos to holiday room debates, and share relatable, often hilarious insights on holiday life. Whether we’re laughing about rocking a sweat moustache in the summer heat while friends glam it up in Ibiza, or debating the merits of city breaks over beach holidays, it’s all about honest reflec...
14 Aug 2024
Just the Tonic - Just Relax
It was a social media post that triggered this episode, all about changing the narrative on relaxing as a woman. So, in this episode we cover the varying female roles that have influenced us in life so far, why sometimes putting the brakes on needs to be a priority, as well as our thoughts on what we’d like to be remembered for. Definitely thought provoking!As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagra...
7 Aug 2024
Just the Tonic - Survival Kit
In this episode we talk candidly about some of the big and small changes that we have willingly and unwillingly made to our daily life to make our days feel sane, great and fun rather than OK, along with a few products and habits we’ve been road testing to see if they make any difference.
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
31 Jul 2024
Just the Tonic - Perfectly Imperfect
As we get older the pressures of life change and the things we used to prioritise move down the list. In this episode we talk honestly about what we’re more than happy to accept and move to the top of the pile, and what are our absolute non-negotiables, and why we’re embracing being perfectly imperfect.
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
24 Jul 2024
Just the Tonic - Gen X Gen Z Confusion
Now this episode was FUN! We chat about the Gen Z trends that apparently as Gen X-ers we should be adopting, the very real struggle of finding clothes to wear when you’re having an identity crisis, and why trainers really are the new holy grail. This was the episode where we could have chatted for hours!
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
17 Jul 2024
Just the Tonic - No Photos Please
In this episode we talk about the very real changes that midlife brings to our appearance and how one day we looked in the mirror and wondered who on earth was looking back at us! We discuss the judgement and promises that society makes to us, along with any tweakments we’ve considered or had done.
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
10 Jul 2024
Just the Tonic - Not Another Version of Me
We really enjoyed recording this episode as it’s something we chat about time and time again – and that is around having to reinvent yourself. We talk honestly about the harsh reality of giving up your career, the terrifying journey to becoming self-employed and the how we all fall foul occasionally to the dreaded imposter syndrome.
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
3 Jul 2024
Just the Tonic - We Must Catch Up
In today’s episode, we are talking about how friendships have changed over the years and how this had made us feel. We reminisce about some of the super fun times we’ve had over the years, discuss what friendship means to us now, and have a very candid confession about the phrase ‘we must catch up’.
As always, we’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
26 Jun 2024
Just the Tonic - How Did We Get Here?
To kick things off, our first episode really introduces what Just the Tonic is all about as we share a little bit about ourselves and give a sneaky peak into some of the things we’ll be covering in later conversations.
What we really hope is that anyone who listens, feels as though they’ve had a really good catch up with their friends, and had those honest chats that cover a multitude of things that can have you laughing one minute and empathising the next. Think of it as a virtual hangout with mates, where our shared stories and anecdotes will hopefully be ‘just the tonic’ to raise a smile and give you a boost.
We’d absolutely LOVE to hear from you on anything we chat about so please do join the conversation on our Instagram account. x
5 Jun 2024
Just the Tonic - Trailer
Just the Tonic is a podcast celebrating and chatting all things midlife.
Like a good catch up with friends, expect candid conversations and brutal honesty as we dive deep into the messy, beautiful chaos that is midlife. It’s like the group therapy session you never knew you needed, filled with relatable stories, and shared experiences.
Hosted by Emma and Nina two forty-something women trying to cling on to their careers, themselves and juggle motherhood and everything else in between.
So, whether you’re navigating midlife like a boss or just trying to remember what day it is, Just the Tonic is your go-to ‘me time’ for camaraderie, laughter and a whole lot of realness.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Spotify
5.0 / 5
13 ratings
Contact Just the Tonic
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Just the Tonic?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
