So When Do I Take My Clothes Off?
Two women, Susan Feldman and Phyllis Berger, host a podcast about navigating life's big questions. They discuss topics like relationships, reinvention, and loneliness, often with humor and a glass of wine. The title is a metaphor for moments of vulnerability and change. The show offers a supportive space for women to share stories and find connection.
Episodes
Heidi Skolnik: What No One Tells You About GLP-1s
GLP-1s are everywhere—but are we talking enough about what happens to our nutrition, muscle, and strength while we’re taking them?We had such a great conversation with nutritionist and exercise physiologist Heidi Skolnik, author of the new book Your GLP-1 Game Plan: What Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You About How to Eat, Move, and Thrive on Weight Loss Medications.We talked about what we should actuall
The Marvelous Mrs. Mahjong: More Than a Game
In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Brink, better known on Instagram as The Marvelous Mrs. Mahjong, to talk about how a game that has been around for generations became the foundation for a thriving business and community. Stephanie shares how she turned her love of Mahjong into a career and what she has learned along the way about taking risks, reinventing yourself, and creating something
So When Do I Take My Clothes Off? Conversation with Christine Morrison
We sat down with Christine Morrison, author of Clothes Minded, for a conversation about fashion, identity, aging and reinvention—and the stories our clothes tell about who we are and who we’ve been.We talk about how our relationship with style changes as we get older, the memories we attach to what we wear, and what happens when we finally start dressing for ourselves.And of course, we had to ask:
We Went Live: How Do We Live a Full Life With Fewer Regrets?
We did something a little different this week—we went Live on Instagram with one big question on our minds:How do we live a full life with as few regrets as possible?That took us in all sorts of directions. We talked about staying curious and continuing to try new things, what we think we're actually good at, what we're proud of accomplishing, and why it can sometimes be surprisingly hard for wome
Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco: Why Is My Hair Thinning? The Truth About Hair Loss
Hair loss is something so many of us experience, but we don’t always know what’s actually causing it, or what we can do about it. In this episode, we sit down with board-certified dermatologist and alopecia expert Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco to get the real scoop on thinning hair, hair loss and what happens to our hair as we age.We talk about everything from hormones, genetics, stress and nutritional def
The Pink Pill: Challenging the Double Standards in Women’s Sexual Desire
What if some of the things women have been told to simply accept aren’t actually “normal” at all? In this episode, we’re talking with entrepreneur and women’s health advocate Cindy Eckert about the double standards that have shaped women’s healthcare for generations, from sexual health and menopause to the way women’s pain and symptoms are dismissed. Cindy shares the story behind bringing Addyi to
Lisa Jacobs: Decluttering and Creating Space for the Life You're Living Now
What if we stopped holding onto things that no longer serve us?This week, we're talking to professional organizer and founder of Imagine It Done, Lisa Jacobs, about why decluttering is about so much more than cleaning out a closet. Together, we'll explore why it's so hard to let go of our stuff, how clutter can affect our mental well-being, and why creating space in our homes can help us make room
Pamela Redmond: Aging, Body Image, & Self-Acceptance
How does your relationship with your body change over a lifetime? This week, we're joined by bestselling author, entrepreneur, and creator of the acclaimed one-woman show Old Woman Naked, Pamela Redmond. Pamela shares how writing and performing this deeply personal show about her body transformed the way she sees herself, why she believes some of life's greatest opportunities begin after 50, and h
Dr. Nicole Tyer: Are GLPs More Than Just For Weight Loss?
GLP-1 medications have become one of the biggest conversations in health...but are they really just weight loss drugs, or could they be something much bigger? This week, we sit down with double board-certified physician Dr. Nicole Tyer to separate the headlines from the science. Together, we explore how GLP-1 medications may impact far more than the number on the scale, including heart health, inf
Dr. Ellen Gendler: The Truth About Skincare
What actually works for healthy, youthful skin, and what's just expensive marketing? Expert dermatologist Dr. Ellen Gendler is here to answer your biggest skincare questions, from the FDA's newest sunscreen ingredient and building an effective routine to retinoids, vitamin C, peptides, fillers, red light therapy, and hair loss treatments. She shares a refreshingly honest, science-backed approach t
Kerry Burnight: Rethinking Aging with More Joy and Less Pressure
What if aging isn't about trying to stay young, but about learning how to live well through every stage of life?This week, we sit down with renowned gerontologist and bestselling author Dr. Kerry Burnight to talk about the difference between lifespan, healthspan, and what she calls "joy span"—the ability to cultivate purpose, connection, resilience, and fulfillment no matter what life throws your
Shelley Zallis: The Power of Community
What if the key to feeling more confident, connected, and fulfilled isn't doing more, but finding your people?This week, we sit down with entrepreneur and Female Quotient founder Shelley Zallis to talk about the extraordinary power of women gathering together. From building community in business to creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported, Shelley shares why meaningful connecti
Monica Corcoran: Women Are "Quietly Quitting" Their Marriages
In this episode, we sit down with journalist and author Monica Corcoran to discuss the conversation sparked by her viral article about women who are quietly leaving their marriages without actually getting divorced. What begins as a conversation about marriage quickly expands into a thoughtful look at emotional labor, evolving relationships, friendship, identity, and why so many women are redefini
Is It Ever Too Late for Therapy?
We've all had that moment: something's weighing on you, you can't quite unpack it alone, and your friends have heard enough. So... is it time to call a therapist?This week, we're getting into something a lot of us have quietly wondered about—whether therapy still has a place later in life. Not because something is broken, but because life keeps changing, and sometimes we need more than a good frie
Paulina Porizkova: Finding Love Again After Loss
This week, we're joined by supermodel, author, and actress Paulina Porizkova and her fiancé, Emmy-nominated television writer and producer Jeff Greenstein, for a heartfelt conversation about finding love later in life. Paulina opens up about the grief, uncertainty, and reinvention that followed some of the most difficult chapters of her life, while Jeff shares his own journey back to love. We'll t
Nate Berkus: Make Your Home Reflect Who You Are Now
This week, we sit down with iconic interior designer and author, Nate Berkus, for an honest conversation about what makes a home meaningful, why good design is so much more than trends, and how our spaces evolve as we do. From letting go of the things we no longer need to creating rooms that reflect who we truly are, Nate shares thoughtful insights on nostalgia, style, family, and the beauty of li
Putting My Phone Down and Being Present
This week, we’re talking about something we all swear everyone else is worse at… but secretly know we’re guilty of too: our relationship with our phones. From scrolling at dinner to checking texts mid-conversation, we unpack how technology is quietly shaping our relationships, attention, sleep, loneliness, and even intimacy.We talk about why being present might be the ultimate luxury, the small “b
Wendy Finerman (Producer, The Devil Wears Prada): Trust Yourself
We are so excited to be kicking off Season 2! In this episode, we sit down with legendary producer Wendy Finerman--the producer behind iconic films like Forrest Gump and The Devil Wears Prada--for a conversation about trusting your instincts, staying true to your perspective, and learning how to take up space in rooms not always built for women.Wendy shares stories from building her career in Holl
What Would We Tell Our Younger Selves? With Our Daughters, Jenna and Jackie
Today we have an extra special episode as our season 1 finale... Instead of asking, “So when do I...?” we’re asking something a little deeper: What would we have told our younger selves?We’re talking about all the things we wish we knew sooner, like trusting our gut, worrying a little less, taking more risks, and not waiting for the “perfect” moment to start something new. And we brought in the mo
Dr. Deborah Blacker: Brain Health and Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s is something so many people are affected by, yet so few truly understand until it touches their own life. In today’s episode, we’re breaking it all down—what it is, how it progresses, and answering the questions so many people have but don’t always know how to ask. We also talk about the quiet anxiety that can come with getting older, including wondering what’s normal, what’s not, and
Sound Bite 12: How a Little Act of Kindness Made Someone's Dream Come True
What if a simple conversation with a stranger could change someone’s life?In this mini episode, we share the story of a chance encounter on a flight: what started as someone just deciding to remove their AirPods to chat ended with a man fulfilling his life-long dream inspired by Frank Sinatra. It got us thinking about how often we default to distraction, and how small acts—starting a conversation,
Marci and Lynn: Dating After 50 and Opening Your Heart Again
Today, we're explore the question that inspired our podcast: So when do I take my clothes off? However, the real question is much deeper: When do we let ourselves be seen again?We’re joined by Marcy Dinkins and Lynn Williams, two women navigating dating after 50 following the loss of their husbands. Through very different journeys, they share what it’s really like to re-enter the dating world—awkw
Sound Bite 11: Keeping Up (Even When It's Hard)
Are you keeping up with technology? Or quietly opting out of it?In this mini episode, we get honest about what happens when the digital world starts to feel overwhelming, and why avoiding it might be doing more harm than we realize. From struggling with tools like Excel to navigating platforms like ChatGPT, we talk about the very real “brain fatigue” that comes with learning something new—and the
Bobbi Brown: Embracing Beauty Without Chasing Youth and Feeling Beautiful As You Are
At what point do we stop trying to look younger and start trying to look like ourselves?In this episode, we’re joined by Bobbi Brown—legendary makeup artist, founder of multiple beauty brands, and the force behind Jones Road—who changed the industry by championing natural, real beauty long before it was the norm. Together, we'll talk about the pressure to look younger, the difference between beaut
Sound Bite 10: Having A Lonely Day? Here’s What I Did
When your schedule suddenly clears and it feels a little off, it can breed a quiet kind of loneliness we often don't talk about.In this mini episode, we reflect on how a simple, unplanned weekend became a reminder of how powerful small moments of connection can be. From quick errands to brief conversations, even the tiniest interactions can shift your mood and bring you back to yourself. If you’re
Barbara Corday: Telling My Best Friend I Have Alzheimer's
What happens when one of life’s hardest questions becomes real?In this deeply personal and courageous episode, we sit down with our dear friend, Barbara Corday, and her husband Roger to talk about something so many of us fear but rarely know how to face: an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Together, we explore what it actually feels like to live with memory loss in real time—the small moments, the quiet fru
Sound Bite 9: A Little Thank You Goes a Long Way
Is basic etiquette...gone?In today's mini, we’re unpacking the lost art of saying thank you, from handwritten notes to quick texts, and why even the smallest acknowledgement can mean everything. Somewhere along the way, appreciation has started to feel optional in our society... and we’re not so sure that’s a good thing. We hope this serves as a reminder that in a world that moves quickly, a small
Stacy London: Style, Visibility & Dressing for Who I am Now
What happens when your closet is full, but you still feel like you have nothing to wear? Maybe some of the clothes in your closet no longer feel aligned with who you are, and that's okay. As we age, our bodies change, our lives change, and our style has to change with us.In this episode, we sit down with Stacy London—stylist, author, cultural fashion voice, and someone many of us know from What No
Sound Bite 8: And Suddenly... I'm 76?!
At what point does saying your age start to feel hard to say out loud? Today, we’re getting real about aging, the quiet ways people treat you differently, and why that number can feel so much bigger than it actually is. In this mini episode, we’re talking about the quiet reality of aging—how the number can shift how others see you, even when you feel exactly the same inside.Together, we'll get hon
Sara Kenney: The Loneliness Epidemic
Loneliness is something so many of us feel, yet so few of us talk about.In this episode, we open up about the quiet, complicated reality of loneliness. It can show up, even in full and busy, love-filled lives, and it’s often tied to life transitions, disconnection, and the technology-filled world we live in now.Joined by therapist Sarah Kenny, we explore the difference between being alone and feel
Sound Bite 7: The “Sorry” Habit We Need to Break
Why do women apologize for everything, even when there’s nothing to be sorry for?In this mini episode, we'll chat about the habit of over-apologizing, deflecting compliments, and shrinking ourselves in everyday moments, whether it's on the golf course or at a lunch with friends. We hope this serves as a reminder that saying “thank you,” instead, is often a simple swap to reclaim your power.This po
Steph Wagner: Taking Control of My Financial Well-being
As women, why do we often shy away from talking about money?In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of financial literacy with Steph Wagner, the author of Fly: A Woman's Guide to Financial Freedom and Building a Life You Love and the National Director of Women & Wealth at Northern Trust. As a leading voice in financial empowerment for women, Steph shares not only her personal story but a
Sound Bite 6: You Look Like a Grandma
In today’s Sound Bite, we’re sharing a funny (and surprisingly meaningful) moment about being told, “you look like a grandma.” What started as a candid comment from a four-year-old has turned into a conversation about aging, identity, and learning to embrace exactly where you are in life. Because sometimes, the most honest reflections remind us just how much there is to celebrate.This podcast is p
Dr. Kathleen Jordan: GLP-1 and Medicated Weightloss
It seems like everyone is talking about GLP-1 medications and weight loss these days—but why is there still so much stigma around using them? Why do we, as women, feel ashamed for turning to medical tools to support our health as we age? What even is a GLP-1? How does it affect our bodies?In addition to discussing our personal experiences, we're excited to bring on Dr. Kathleen Jordan today to ans
Sound Bite 5: Old Man's Breakfast Club
We believe that to age well, you need to have a strong community--and that's not just something women should strive to create. In today's Sound Bite, we're chatting about our husbands' new "Old Man's Breakfast Club" and the importance of having spaces for honest conversations with your true friends.This podcast is proudly sponsored by Caddis, eyewear designed for people who see life clearly at eve
Dr. Michele Koo: All Things Plastic Surgery
As we age, it can feel like everywhere you turn someone is talking about Botox, fillers, or plastic surgery. But how do you know when a procedure might actually make sense—and when it might not? Today, we’re talking all things plastic surgery with board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Michele Koo.Dr. Michele is a nationally recognized plastic surgeon known for her meticulous attention to detail, wo
Sound Bite 4: Regret
Looking back on our lives, there are so many different paths we could have taken at different points in time. Is it normal to feel a twang of regret about our past decisions as we age? How do we prevent having 'should've, could've, and would've' feelings?This podcast is proudly sponsored by Caddis, eyewear designed for people who see life clearly at every age. Use code "SOWHENDOI20" at checkout to
The Intricacies of Female Friendship: Why Does It Still Feel Like Junior High School?
Welcome back to another episode of So When Do I Take My Clothes Off? Today, we’re doing a deep dive into the intricacies of female friendships. Do friendships get easier as we age? Do we really not care what other people think about us? It turns out, there’s actually a biological reason that social rejection affects us so deeply. So, how do we flip the narrative when we don’t feel included in
Sound Bite 3: Just Say Yes!
It's my daughter's 35th birthday, and she is celebrating by taking a quick trip to Paris for the weekend. It might sound crazy to go visit another continent for only a weekend, but it got us thinking... why not? At any age, sometimes you just have to say yes!This podcast is proudly sponsored by Caddis, eyewear designed for people who see life clearly at every age. Use code "SOWHENDOI20" at checkou
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz: When Do I Start Taking Hormones?
It seems like everybody is talking about taking hormones these days. Is there a right time to start? Should all women entering menopause even take hormones? Today, we’re sitting down with an expert on hormones, Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, to answer all our questions.Dr. Suzanne is not only a board-certified OB-GYN, certified menopause practitioner, and the co-author of Menopause Bootcamp, but she al
Sound Bite 2: A Little Reminder to Proofread Your Texts
We hope today's mini episode reminds you that it's normal for your adult children to mock you (lovingly) and to proofread your text messages a bit more carefully...This podcast is proudly sponsored by Caddis, eyewear designed for people who see life clearly at every age. Use code "SOWHENDOI20" at checkout to enjoy 20% until 5/16/26.Don’t forget to follow for more:> Instagram: https://www.instag
Ali Wentworth: Using Humor to Cope with Tough Times
Everyone says laughter is the best medicine… But is it really better than botox for us aging women? Today, we’re talking all about using humor to deal with tough times with Ali Wentworth. You might know Ali from her appearances on In Living Color or The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, or you may have read one of her five New York Times bestselling books. Maybe you know her as “Shmoopie” from Sein
Sound Bite 1: How do you really feel about aging?
In this mini episode, we're being honest about how we are feeling about aging. Of course, aging is a privilege, but as the number grows, our perspective of time starts to shift a little bit. So if you're suddenly feeling the same way, you're not alone. Tune in for a small tidbit on how we can we stay optimistic and embrace everything that has yet to come.Don’t forget to follow for more:> Instag
So When Do I… Start Something New?
Welcome to the first episode of So When Do I Take My Clothes Off?, a place for women to feel connected as we navigate new stages of life. Today, we're reflecting on moments where we felt inspired to start something new, whether it’s a creative hobby, sport, or entrepreneurial endeavor—just like creating this podcast. Together, we'll recount stories through laughs, a couple tears, and shared i
So When Do I Take My Clothes Off? And Other Questions Girlfriends Ponder…
Welcome to So When Do I Take My Clothes Off, a podcast where we talk about love, confidence, reinventing yourself at any age and all the questions that start with “So when do I…?” When do I take hormones? When do I stop obsessing about my weight? When do I finally kick my grown adult kids off the cellphone plan? And, yes, I just started dating again… When do I take my clothes off?We all need the c
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