Mid-Life Mafia

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:Lisa's TikTok journeyThe twat story and gift exchangeConfidence and weight loss journeyOvercoming hurtful comments IRL and onlineMenopause experiencesCelebrity crushes and encountersMaking people laugh and providing therapyTune 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.Follow us on all platforms 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidLifeMafiaWebsite: https://midlifemafia.com/Follow Lisa 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehangryitalianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kitchenkillalisa/Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/

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:Shower, skincare and feet care products and routinesCooking habitsLaundry, linen and bleaching done rightSmart budgetingA Women’s History Month spotlightThe advice we wish we’d heard soonerIt’s useful. It’s relatable. And it’s women sharing what works — without pretending we’ve mastered everything.If you picked up something helpful, don’t forget to like, share and subscribe.Follow us on all platforms 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidLifeMafiaWebsite: https://midlifemafia.com/Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/

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:The unspoken expectations waiting at homeWhere these roles begin—and how they evolveWork, ambition and the conversations around fairnessWomen’s choices, careers and changing pathsThe reality for women in sportsThe healthcare topics that shape women’s livesIt’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/0593493125Follow us on all platforms 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidLifeMafiaWebsite: https://midlifemafia.com/Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/

Some things in life just make you go…hmmm. You know, those little (and not-so-little) moments that make you stop, laugh, and sometimes shake your head in disbelief. From fashion quirks to city chaos, we’re spilling the tea on the everyday stuff that midlife throws at us.Elle shares her epic parking moment. Marietta weighs in with her tummy-tucking advice, because apparently some things are worth sharing. Kristy has a word or two about entitled people, especially when it comes to driving. And that’s just scratching the surface.Here’s a taste of what’s inside:Fashion experiments gone sidewaysCity chaos: driving, parking, snow not cleared and entitled people doing their thingHousehold mysteries: missing socks, shrinking socks, lost silverwareCelebrities’ clothes and their kids’ namesEveryday life hacks, fails and Marietta’s tummy-tucking wisdomJoin us for relatable rants, laughs and the delightful chaos that only midlife in the city can bring. Trust us, you’ll nod along, cringe a little and maybe even share your own hmmm moments. Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe!Follow us on all platforms 👇TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MidLifeMafiaWebsite: https://midlifemafia.com/Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/

In this episode we are taking a break from Midlife and talking about some of the more current & serious events that are happening in our country, We are THREE different women with three different opinions and take on our current environment. If you are someone who is looking for a change in conversation, or someone who likes a little "on the air" tension, then this episode is for you! In this episode we discuss... Is our country divided? Our opinions on Ice Luck vs hard work social media Current economy and much more ! SO take a minute out of your busy schedule, and enjoy the show! Let us know what resonated with you the most, Don’t forget to subscribe and give us a thumbs up! Follow us on all platforms! TikTok: /midlifemafia Instagram: /midlifemafiapodcast YouTube: /midlifemafiapodcast Website: midlifemafia.com

Welcome to our valentines day show special, in this episode "Valentines Day: Sweet or Scam" we discuss the sweet side of the hallmark holiday, and the scams that come with it. If you are someone who is looking for ideas on what to give or what not to give, or someone who simply does not care about valentines day and just want's to have a laugh then this episode is for you. In this episode we will be covering... What Valentines day means to us Holiday memories & family traditions Gifts Do's & Don'ts Date Ideas What do Single Ladies do on Valentines Day & much more! SO take a minute out of your busy schedule, and enjoy the show! Let us know what resonated with you the most, Don’t forget to subscribe and give us a thumbs up! Follow us on all platforms!TikTok: /midlifemafiaInstagram: /midlifemafiapodcastYouTube: /midlifemafiapodcastWebsite: midlifemafia.com

Midlife is a time of change and with that comes changes in your daily routine! If you are someone that has been struggling with how to balance your schedules, finding a time for yourself and even staying organized then this episode is for you. in this episode we discuss... What a typical day looks like for each of us ( they are all different) Tools we use to help us stay organized Daily challenges things that drive us CRAZY How WE find time to ourselves Our different forms of self care SO take a minute out of your busy schedule, and enjoy the show! Let us know what resonated with you the most, Don’t forget to subscribe and give us a thumbs up! Follow us on all platforms! TikTok: /midlifemafia Instagram: /midlifemafiapodcast YouTube: /midlifemafiapodcast Website: midlifemafia.com

In this episode of the Midlife Mafia “Throwback Nostalgia” we dive into a conversation where we relive our experiences growing up as a kid in the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s and how it has shaped the grown ups we are today. We take a walk down memory lane and share our core memories that we know you can relate to as well. In this episode we cover: Fashion trends of our times Favorite Games and forms of Entertainment Life before cellphones Menopause Minute: Did people use hormone therapy in the 80’s? How was life like at home Our favorite places to eat Iconic commercials engraved in our brains Our favorite artists and songs

In this episode of Midlife Mafia “Confident, Sore, and Still Social,” we get honest about what it really feels like living in a midlife body that is changing biologically, physically, and mentally. From hormone shifts to emotional eating, confidence struggles to redefining what sexy even means, this conversation is raw, real, and deeply relatable.We talk about how hormones might be the easiest part to manage, but the emotional side, body image, and mental health are the real challenges. We open up about weight gain, depression, friendship, intimacy, and learning how to show up for ourselves with more grace and less pressure.In this episode we cover:• Why hormones are easier to manage than confidence and emotions • Biological, physical, and mental changes in midlife • Redefining Confidence • Emotional eating and weight gain from depression • Who we are really trying to impress in this stage of life • Why intimacy can feel easier with less pressure and more clarity • The importance of having friends who understand and support you • Replacing feelings of loss with gratitude and letting go of what no longer matters • Menopause Minute: how hormone changes affect confidence and connectionIf you’ve ever felt confident one day and completely lost the next, sore in a body you don’t recognize, but still wanting to live, love, laugh, and go out with your people, this episode is for you.Follow us on all platforms!TikTok: /midlifemafia Instagram: /midlifemafiapodcast YouTube: /midlifemafiapodcast Website: midlifemafia.com

n this episode of Midlife Mafia, we go back in time to Growing Up in Brooklyn, the Bensonhurst edition. Kristy and Marietta share what it was really like growing up just blocks apart in a neighborhood where everyone knew your name, kids played outside all day, and your parents always knew where you were.We talk about how different it feels now, from safety and street life to how kids grow up today, and why we still miss the old Brooklyn community vibe. Plus, we get into all the Bensonhurst staples, the food spots we grew up on, the feasts we waited for every year, and the places that made the neighborhood feel like home.Join us in this episode where we cover:• Hanging out on corners and why it felt normal back then• How safety has changed and why fights felt different growing up• Playing outside all day with no phones, just kickball, manhunt, and stoop life• The Bensonhurst culture shift and how the neighborhood has evolved• Brooklyn food favorites, bagels, pizza debates, and non Italian staples• The 18th Avenue feast, block parties, and old school traditions• Why we wish our kids could experience the Brooklyn we grew up inIf you grew up in Brooklyn, we want to hear your stories. Comment your favorite spots, your best memories, and if you remember the woman in the wheelchair, tell us her name.Follow us on all platforms!TikTok: /midlifemafiaInstagram: /midlifemafiapodcastYouTube: /midlifemafiapodcastWebsite: midlifemafia.com

In this episode "Life Ain’t Nothin’ But a 6,7", we dive into the chaos, curiosity, and cultural conversations of 2025 midlife style. From the 6/7 trend our kids hate, to AI taking over, to the Epstein files and the Diddy documentary, nothing is off the table.In Episode 25 we talk about:• "6/7" slang and why the kids cringe when we say it• AI taking over everyday life• The redacted Epstein files and why nothing shocks us anymore• Diddy’s allegations and separating art from the artist• Trust in institutions feeling lower than ever• Menopause Minute: 60–70% of women noticing symptoms first• Mid Life topics ranked on a 6/7 scaleIf you’re navigating midlife with curiosity, sarcasm, hormone shifts, skepticism toward celebrities, and a desire to understand what the hell 6/7 even means, this episode is for you.Follow us on all platforms!TikTok: /midlifemafiaInstagram: /midlifemafiapodcastYouTube: /midlifemafiapodcastWebsite: midlifemafia.com

In this New Year’s Special of Mid-Life Mafia, we reflect on the past year, celebrate growth, and talk honestly about what it feels like entering new chapters in midlife. From motherhood transitions to hormone changes to simply trying to show up for the people we love, this conversation is real, warm, and deeply relatable.Join us in this Episode 24 New Year Special where we cover:• Transitioning into motherhood and now facing a new shift as kids grow up • Procrastination and why we need to stop waiting to see the people we love • How midlife resolutions hit different: calm over chaos, presence over perfection • Looking back on last year and actually completing the goal to start this podcast • Hormone imbalance, HRT, and understanding what our bodies are doing  • Entering 2025 with intention, connection, and more laughter than chaosIf you’re stepping into the New Year with gratitude, confusion, joy, hot flashes, hope, or all of the above — this episode is for you. Episode 24 is streaming now. Let’s start 2025 together. Follow us on all platforms!TikTok: /midlifemafiaInstagram: /midlifemafiapodcast YouTube: /midlifemafiapodcast Website: midlifemafia.com

In this episode of Mid-Life Mafia, we get real about what the holiday season actually looks like when you’re navigating menopause, managing stress, and just trying to make it through without losing your mind. It’s a real conversation about how the holidays actually feel in midlife.Join us in this Holiday Special where we cover:• How menopause and stress amplify everything• Pressure during the holidays• Gift giving• Expectations and emotional overload• The changing of traditions over timeThe Mid-Life Mafia family wishes you all a Happy Holiday season!Link to the “Feast of the Seven Fishes: A Brooklyn Italian's Recipes Celebrating Food and Family” by Daniel Paterna:https://a.co/d/3gnwfgdFollow Us on all of our socials!!TikTok: / midlifemafiaInstagram: / midlifemafiapodcastYouTube: / midlifemafiapodcastWebsite: midlifemafia.com

She thought she was losing her mind. Crying spells, sleepless nights, mood swings, body pain... but no one ever said, “This is perimenopause.”.In this episode, we sit down with our soul sister Maria, who opens up about her personal hell navigating perimenopause — the decade-long hormonal chaos no one prepares you for. From hot flashes and brain fog to rage, frozen shoulders, and “Why am I crying over a dog?” moments… this is the midlife conversation every woman needs to hear..We get real about:• What perimenopause actually feels like• How women are still being dismissed, misdiagnosed, and ignored• Why so many of us think we’re just overwhelmed or “going crazy”• The emotional toll it takes on work, relationships, and identity• What helped Maria finally turn a corner — and what didn’t.This is the episode we all wish we heard before it started.You're not broken. You're not alone. You're just in it..🔗 Connect With UsInstagram → @midlifemafiapodcastTikTok → @midlifemafia.Subscribe— it helps other midlife women find us

What really happens to your hormones in midlife? Why do some women wake up one day feeling like a completely different person? And why are so many women suffering in silence because of outdated, wrong information about hormone replacement therapy?.In this emotional and eye-opening episode of the Midlife Mafia Podcast, the ladies sit down with Boris Bobyr, a hormone therapist who breaks down the REAL science behind perimenopause, menopause, hormone loss, weight gain, insomnia, mood swings, libido changes, diabetes risk, osteoporosis—and why so many women are told the wrong things by their own doctors.Elle opens up about her year-long struggle, sleepless nights, crying spells, and feeling like she was losing herself… until one early-morning Google search led her to a treatment that completely changed her life..Kristy and Marietta jump in with their own fears, questions, and laugh-out-loud moments (yes—werewolves, pimples, and Teen Wolf all make an appearance)..Boris breaks down: • Why your hormones can “flatline” overnight • Why the 2002 estrogen scare was based on misinterpreted data • Why only 11% of women now get treatment (down from 70%!) • How hormone therapy can support metabolism, sleep, mood, libido, and bone health • How testosterone plays a MAJOR role for women • Why many women are misdiagnosed instead of treated • How hormones connect to diabetes, weight gain, and agingThis is one of the most important episodes we’ve ever recorded.If you or someone you love is going through hormone changes, THIS conversation could change everything..👉 Share this with a friend who needs to hear it.👉 Comment below: Has hormone therapy helped you—or confused you more?👉 Subscribe for more real, raw midlife conversations.Find Boris: https://borisbobyrnp.com/Follow Midlife Mafia: TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifemafia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/Website: midlifemafia.com

A lot of people treat midlife like it’s the beginning of the end…But what if we told you it actually feels more like reaching the top of the hill — and finding out there’s a bar, a dance floor, and a whole party waiting for you? 🍸💃In this episode, the ladies reflect on what midlife really feels like — the growth, the surprises, the humor, and the moments no one prepares you for. From childhood birthday parties and rope-climbing chaos to realizing that “over the hill” is actually the best view yet… we’re redefining what this season of life looks like.👉 We’re destigmatizing midlife — one laugh, one story, and one dance-floor moment at a time.Grab your spot at the top of the hill… the party’s just getting started. 🎉.Join the family!Don’t miss new episodes every week — hit Subscribe and turn on Notifications so you never miss the midlife madness..🎧 Watch more + learn about us at:👉 https://www.midlifemafiapodcast.com

Friendships, family, and marriage all evolve as life moves forward — especially after 40.In this honest episode of The Mid-Life Mafia Podcast, Kristy, Marietta, and Elle open up about how midlife shifts the way we connect, love, and show up for the people who matter most.They share:💞 What happens when friendships drift (and how to reconnect)💍 How marriage and partnership evolve through midlife changes👩‍👧‍👦 Balancing family, work, and self without losing yourself😂 The funny, relatable realities of living with spouses and kids🚌 Elle’s “life is a bus” analogy — and what it teaches about letting people on and off your journeyIt’s real, funny, and full of those “me too” moments that remind you you’re not alone.👉 Share below: What’s one thing you’ve learned about relationships after 40?✨ Subscribe to join the Mid-Life Mafia — where real women talk about real life, with humor and heart.

Remember when family TV time was the event of the week? When we all crowded around the big box in the living room — no streaming, no skipping — just laughs, snacks, and pure nostalgia.In this episode of The Mid-Life Mafia Podcast, the ladies dive into the TV shows and movies that shaped an entire generation — from Golden Girls and Cheers to Saved by the Bell and The Sopranos. They share the moments that stuck with them, the finales that broke them, and how family TV nights brought everyone together.🎙️ Join Kristy, Marietta, and Elle as they look back on the entertainment that raised us, shaped our humor, and defined our childhood memories — with plenty of laughs (and a few side tangents) along the way.👀 Watch if you’ve ever said:“You had to be there!”“We grew up on the best TV.”“They don’t make shows like that anymore.”💬 Tell us in the comments: What TV show or movie defined your childhood?Chapters:00:00 Intro – Remembering family TV time03:00 The shows we grew up watching06:45 Iconic finales we’ll never forget11:10 The family favorites and guilty pleasures34:00 Nostalgic throwbacks that still make us smile40:00 Share your favorite TV memories#MidLifeMafia #GenXWomen #Nostalgia #TVShows #Movies #PodcastMoments #group7 #foryoupage

Is your career over after 40? Is it too late to build real wealth? Does menopause mean the end of your vitality and sex drive? We're here to tell you: you've been lied to.In this episode of the Midlife Mafia Podcast, we’re tearing down the biggest, most damaging myths that society tells women about life after 40. We're getting brutally honest about the fears that hold us back and sharing the empowering truth that no one else will tell you.Welcome to the family—the one that gives you the real story.⏰ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - The Biggest Lies About Midlife1:35 - The Career Myth: Are You Unhireable After 40?4:50 - The Financial Myth: Is It REALLY Too Late To Save?14:48 - The Menopause Myth: Why It's Not a Nightmare for Everyone19:15 - The Hormone Therapy Myth: Does It Actually Cause Cancer?26:30 - The Health Myth: Brain Fog & Why Your Body Isn't Failing36:40 - The Sex Drive Myth: It's Not Just About Hormones45:45 - What The Midlife Mafia Wants YOU To Know🎙️ ABOUT THE MIDLIFE MAFIA PODCASTThe Midlife Mafia is an experience geared towards women over 40. We're three very different Gen X women giving you our spin on everything from finance and relationships to health and things mom forgot to tell you. Our mission is to make you feel powerful, enlightened, and confident about the woman you are and the future you're creating.👇 CONNECT WITH US:Make sure you’re following us on all our socials to join the conversation!Instagram: instagram.com/midlifemafiapodcast/TikTok: tiktok.com/@midlifemafiaFacebook: facebook.com/p/Mid-Life-Mafia-61573657451441/If this conversation resonated with you, please LIKE the video, SUBSCRIBE to our channel, and COMMENT below with a myth you're tired of hearing!#Midlife #WomenOver40 #Menopause #MidlifeMyths #GenX

You Think Parenting Gets Easier? Think Again 😭💔They say parenting ends when your kids move out… but the truth? It never really does. From sleepless nights to worrying about their happiness, success, and choices — the job just changes. 💬In this episode, the Mid-Life Mafia dives into what parenting feels like once your kids are grown — the pride, the fears, and the moments that still keep you up at night. It’s raw, funny, and way too real for anyone who’s ever said, “When do we get to rest?”🎙 Watch, laugh, cry, and relate with us — only on the Mid-Life Mafia Podcast.#MidLifeMafia #Parenting #MomLife #GenXParents #RealTalk #Podcast #WomenOver40 #EmptyNest #ParentingNeverEnds