Coming Into Focus: Conversations on life, aging, and the journey of becoming.
Coming Into Focus is a podcast that explores life and aging through heartfelt conversations and powerful stories. It encourages listeners to let go of what no longer serves them, honor their past, and embrace who they are meant to become. The show aims to shift the dialogue around aging, reminding us that every chapter holds purpose, beauty, and possibility. By sharing stories, the podcast helps people come into focus.
Episodes
Ep 19: Elle MacPherson
On this episode of Coming Into Focus, I have the privilege of sitting down with someone I've admired for years, Elle Macpherson.Known around the world as one of the most recognizable women of our time, Elle has built an extraordinary career that extends far beyond the pages of Sports Illustrated. As an entrepreneur, she has created global brands, including her wellness company, WelleCo, which offe
Ep 18: Nancy Travis on Aging, Creativity, and the Beauty of Reinvention
In this episode of Coming Into Focus, Helen sits down with beloved actress Nancy Travis for a warm, honest, and deeply thoughtful conversation about aging, creativity, Hollywood, reinvention, women’s stories, AI, and what it means to stay connected to your creative voice through every season of life.Known for her memorable roles in Three Men and a Baby, Three Men and a Little Lady, So I Married an
Ep 17: What If We Stopped Trying to Fix Ourselves?
In this solo episode of Coming Into Focus, Helen explores the power of representation, and why it matters so deeply, especially for women as we age.After a simple walk and an unexpected moment of reflection, Helen shares her thoughts on beauty, authenticity, and the growing pressure women feel to alter themselves in order to fit a certain image. She speaks openly about aging, the choices we make,
Ep 16: Consistency vs Perfection
Health expert Jackie Gaulton returns to Coming Into Focus for a conversation on consistency over perfection when it comes to our bodies and our health.In a world that constantly tells us to fix, change, and perfect ourselves, to get ready for summer, for an event, for the next version of who we’re supposed to be, this conversation offers a different perspective.What if health isn’t about quick fix
Ep 15: Reinvention, Midlife & the Courage to Be Yourself Angela Burk |
In this episode of Coming Into Focus, I sit down with author and creator Angela Burk, the voice behind Real Girls Guide to Midlife, a growing community that encourages women to embrace change, speak honestly about aging, and step fully into who they are becoming.Angela shares her personal journey, the inspiration behind her book, and why midlife can be one of the most powerful and liberating chapt
Ep 14: Rebuilding Trust with Food, Stress & Aging | with Jackie Gaulton
Podcast Episode DescriptionIn this deeply personal episode of Coming Into Focus, Helen opens up about a shift she began noticing in her own body. Despite eating well and exercising regularly, things stopped responding the way they once had. What followed wasn’t just frustration, it was a quiet loss of trust in her own body.This experience led her to today’s guest, Jackie Gaulton.Jackie is an E-RYT
Ep 13:Helen Tansey:A Gentle Meditation for the In-Between
In this episode of Coming Into Focus, Helen offers something a little different, a gentle meditation for anyone who has been feeling the weight of this in-between moment.Lately, many of us are experiencing a quiet heaviness: sadness, worry, uncertainty, alongside hope and anticipation for what’s to come. It can feel like we’re standing on a bridge, no longer where we were, not quite where we’re go
Ep 12: Sophie Grégoire Trudeau | Closer Together
In this episode of Coming Into Focus, we sit down with Sophie Grégoire Trudeau for an open and deeply human conversation about healing, self-truth, and emotional well-being.Sophie shares her reflections on beauty standards, trauma, and the lifelong process of healing, and how reconnecting with nature, sisterhood, and inner truth can help us come back to ourselves. With honesty and compassion, she
Ep 11: Addiction, Sobriety, and Coming Home to Yourself
In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Susan Raphael joins us to share her personal journey through addiction and sobriety. With openness and clarity, Susan reflects on what addiction really looks like, the myths that often surround being sober, and the beliefs that can quietly hold us back from choosing a different path.Together, we explore where the term spiritist comes from and how spiritu
Ep 10: Soul Sisters,The Women Who Live in Our Soul
In this solo episode of Coming into Focus, I’m reflecting on the idea of soul sisters, the women we choose, the women who live in our soul, and the friendships that help shape who we are.Soul sisters are the women who walk beside us, support us, carry us when we need it most, and remind us of our strength. They are an integral part of being a woman and of moving through life in a deeply connected
Ep 9: Understanding Perfectionism with Kristina Virro
Registered Psychotherapist Kristina Virro, owner of Fresh Insight, joins Helen on this episode of Coming Into Focus to unpack the real meaning of perfectionism and its impact on women’s mental health.Together, they explore how perfectionism goes far beyond high achievement , touching on self-worth, the fear of mistakes, and the hidden pressures many women carry. Kristina shares the signs to look f
Aging Into Visibility
In this episode of Coming Into Focus, Helen shares another solo episode where she reflects on aging and the importance of visibility. Helen is deeply passionate about not only aging, but changing the narrative around it. She shares personal experiences that have shaped how she views aging and why visibility matters as we grow older.Topics discussed include:Aging and the importance of visibilityHow
Ep 8: Heart, Healing & Honesty with Stephanie Spence
In this episode, we sit down with someone I deeply admire, Stephanie Spence, award-winning author, seasoned yoga teacher, and a woman who continues to reinvent herself with courage, curiosity, and grace. Her acclaimed book Yoga Wisdom has resonated with countless readers because it reflects who she is at her core: honest, open, and devoted to living with intention.Stephanie shares her journey with
Ep. 7: The Power of Allowing
In this solo episode, Helen explores something many of us struggle with but rarely talk about openly: the power of allowing.For years, control can feel like safety, especially when life has taught us that things are unpredictable, unstable, or scarce. But what happens when the very thing that once protected us begins to limit us?Helen shares a deeply personal journey through fear, money stories fr
A Heartfelt Year End . Thank You
Ep 7: A Heartfelt Year End. Thank You.In this final episode of the year, Helen reflects on the first two months of Coming Into Focus, a space that has quickly become a meaningful creative journey. She shares her gratitude for the incredible support from listeners, talks about what the podcast has meant to her, and gives a glimpse of what’s coming in the New Year.New episodes return on January 7th,
Ep 6: Long-Term Health Starts Here: A Conversation with Melissa Blair
In this episode, we dive into an honest and powerful conversation about women’s fitness, one that moves beyond quick fixes and embraces long-term strength, vitality, and well-being. We explore why weight is only one small part of the picture, and how shifting our mindset toward sustainable goals, nourishing nutrition, and supportive daily habits can transform the way we feel in our bodies.As women
Ep 5: Twinagers in Focus: Redefining Aging with Leslie White & Cynthia Hyde
In this episode, I sit down with Cynthia Hyde and Leslie White, identical twins,, and two of the most inspiring women I’ve had the privilege of photographing. What moves me most about Cynthia and Leslie is their unwavering passion to change the conversation around aging.These two women embody their message with such grace and honesty. They embrace their grey hair, their beautiful wrinkles, and the
EP 4: Lori Dawnolyn on Aging and Authentic Living
Lori Dawnolyn is a woman who fully embodies the beauty of aging with passion, authenticity, and unapologetic confidence. A proud grey-haired actress who stepped into the world of acting later in life, Lori has built a remarkable career simply by being who she is. Her presence shines across commercials, modeling campaigns, and morning shows, where her authenticity and warmth instantly connect with
EP 3: Lee Marie Jacobs: Manifestation, Power Words & Preparing for the Energies of 2025 and 2026
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Lee Marie Jacobs, a powerhouse in the world of manifestation, energy work, and personal transformation. Lee guides us through the energetic themes and challenges of 2025, how we can navigate them with intention, and what we can do now to get crystal clear for manifesting in 2026.We dive into the importance of power words, the role they play in aligning
Ep 2: Deborah Silverman: Astrology, the Elements & Finding Gratitude in Everyday Life
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with the legendary Deborah Silverman, one of the most respected and sought-after astrologers in the world. Her clients include icons like Sting and Jennifer Aniston, and her books have helped countless people better understand themselves through the language of the stars.We talk about the power of astrology, the wisdom of the four elements, and how tuning int
Ep 1: Living in Alignment with Kate Drummond
Living in alignment with your soul isn’t always easy, especially as an actor, where vulnerability and rejection are part of the journey. The lovely Kate Drummond joins us to share her inspiring story of finding the courage to change lanes, follow her calling, and step fully into her truth as an actress. In this heartfelt conversation, Kate opens up about what it means to trust that what’s meant fo
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