The Iconic Midlife with Roxy Manning

What happens when you put a CNN anchor in the hot seat and turn the tables on the woman who's usually asking the tough questions?This week on The Iconic Midlife, CNN anchor and chief investigative correspondent Pamela Brown is back for a little fun with Roxy Manning in a brand-new game called "On the Record or Off?"Pamela spends her days interviewing powerful people, investigating major stories, and asking questions that demand answers. But this time, Roxy is the one doing the grilling!From behind-the-scenes television meltdowns and unexpected confessions to beauty trends, social media algorithms, and the one question she'd ask Donald Trump if he were required to answer truthfully, Pamela gives us a glimpse of the woman behind the CNN anchor desk.In this Game Episode, we find out:Who intimidates Pamela Brown when she's conducting an interview?What really happens behind the scenes when television personalities lose their cool?Which beauty and wellness trends are tempting even a seasoned investigative journalist?How does Pamela feel about those eerily accurate social media ads?If she could ask Donald Trump one question and guarantee an honest answer, what would it be?It's candid, playful, and a refreshing change of pace as two women who are usually asking the questions have a little fun.Because even the toughest interviewers deserve a turn in the hot seat!Missed Tuesday's Full Episode?Catch Pamela's full conversation with Roxy on The Iconic Midlife, "CNN's Pamela Brown: Why Women's Health Is Still Being Ignored."They explore medical gaslighting, perimenopause, the generational silence surrounding women's health, and Pamela's new CNN series, Body Language.Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts, or watch the video interview on YouTube.Connect With Pamela BrownInstagram: @pamelabrowncnnWatch Body Language on CNN.Follow The Iconic MidlifeEnjoying the show? Help us keep these conversations going!Follow and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Watch full episodes and games on YouTube. Subscribe to The Iconic Midlife so you never miss a release.Follow us across social media: @theiconicmidlife and @redcarpetroxy.Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help more listeners discover the show.Share this episode with someone who enjoys a little behind-the-scenes television gossip!New full episodes every Tuesday and new Game Episodes every Thursday.The Iconic Midlife is a Signal Award-winning podcast hosted by Roxy Manning, featuring candid conversations about women's health, reinvention, relationships, ambition, and navigating midlife on your own terms.Keep asking questions. You never know where the answers might take you.Companies mentioned in this episode:CNNInstagram

Why are women still fighting to be heard when it comes to their own health?CNN anchor and chief investigative correspondent Pamela Brown joins Roxy Manning on The Iconic Midlife for a candid conversation about the gaps in women's healthcare, medical gaslighting, perimenopause, motherhood, and the deeply personal experiences that inspired her to investigate the stories women have been told to keep quiet about.As the host of CNN's new women's health series, Body Language, Pamela is asking some of the questions that medicine, research, and even generations of women have overlooked. Why has women's health historically been underfunded and understudied? Why are perimenopause symptoms so often misunderstood? And why are so many women still struggling to get answers from their doctors?Pamela also opens up about the generational silence surrounding women's health, including memories of watching her own mother experience hot flashes without fully understanding what was happening. It's a powerful reminder of how much information was never passed down to women—and why those conversations matter now more than ever.From navigating the demands of a high-profile journalism career and motherhood to examining the healthcare system through an investigative lens, Pamela brings insight, honesty, and a refreshing perspective to the issues affecting women in midlife.In this episode, we explore:Why women's health remains underfunded, under-researched, and underreported.Medical gaslighting and why women must advocate for themselves in the doctor's office.Perimenopause symptoms that can be mistaken for other medical conditions.The generational silence surrounding menopause and women's health.How Pamela's personal experiences influenced her approach to storytelling.The inspiration behind CNN's Body Language and the conversations it's bringing into the spotlight.Motherhood, ambition, and life behind the scenes as a CNN anchor and investigative journalist.Why asking better questions could change the future of women's healthcare.This episode is about more than menopause. It's about giving women the information, confidence, and voice to demand better answers—and breaking the silence for the generations coming after us.Because women's health isn't a niche issue. It's everyone's issue.Don't Miss Thursday's Game Episode!Pamela is usually the one asking the tough questions, but this Thursday, Roxy turns the tables!Join us for "On the Record or Off?" — The Game, where Pamela takes on rapid-fire questions about life behind the television cameras, unexpected opinions, and what she'd ask a public figure if they had to tell her the absolute truth.It's a playful, revealing side of Pamela you won't want to miss!Subscribe or follow The Iconic Midlife now so you don't miss Thursday's episode.Connect With Pamela BrownFollow Pamela on Instagram: @pamelabrowncnnWatch Body Language on CNN: CNN.comFollow The Iconic MidlifeEnjoyed this conversation? Help us bring more important stories to women everywhere!Listen and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyWatch full episodes: YouTubeFollow us on social media: @theiconicmidlife and @redcarpetroxy across your favorite platforms.Rate and review: Leave a five-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts to help more women discover the show.Share this episode: Send it to a friend, sister, mother, or any woman who deserves to feel heard.New full episodes every Tuesday, with The Game dropping every Thursday.The Iconic Midlife — bold conversations about women's health, reinvention, relationships, ambition, and living life on your own terms.Keep asking questions. You never know where the answers might take you.Links referenced in this episode:cnn.comcnn.com/bodylanguage

Gwyneth’s candle. Mariah’s shade. Tom Cruise’s couch jump. Hollywood supplies the headlines—and Allen Salkin fills in the blanks.Investigative journalist Allen Salkin joins Roxy Manning for “Name Names — The Game” on The Iconic Midlife. The rules are simple: finish the sentence. Names are encouraged.From Gwyneth Paltrow’s provocative approach to celebrity branding to Mariah Carey’s immortal “I don’t know her,” we revisit the moments that became pop-culture shorthand—and debate what they really reveal about fame, image, and getting our attention.Expect candid opinions, unexpected tangents, and plenty to weigh in on yourself.Play along: Which celebrity moment made you think, “Your publicist does not get paid enough”? Share your answer in the comments or tag us on social media.Missed our full conversation? Listen to Allen’s main episode, “Investigative Journalist Allen Salkin: Richard Gere and the Hollywood Rumor That Won’t Die,” for a deeper look at his six-year investigation into the unsubstantiated urban legend—and why celebrity rumors can outlive the facts.Watch the game on YouTube today at 3 PM PT. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss it!Keep The Iconic Midlife coming: Follow the show wherever you listen, rate us on Spotify, and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Send this episode to the friend who always has an opinion about Hollywood.Follow me on social media: @theiconicmidlife and @redcarpetroxy across platforms.Come back Tuesday for another conversation on The Iconic Midlife.Links referenced in this episode:allensalkin.com

Six years of investigating. Decades of gossip. And a Hollywood story people still repeat without asking: Where’s the evidence?Investigative journalist Allen Salkin joins Roxy Manning on The Iconic Midlife to explore the unsubstantiated Richard Gere gerbil rumor—and the bigger story behind its staying power.How does an urban legend become something “everybody knows”? Why do we trust a story because someone claims to know the doctor, the friend, or the insider? And what happens when a celebrity’s attempts to protect their reputation risk giving a rumor another life?Roxy and Allen dig into the intersection of fame, sex, shame, and storytelling—and why the most memorable version of a story isn’t necessarily the most credible.In this episode:• What Allen’s years of reporting uncovered about the Richard Gere urban legend—and where the evidence ends• How a rumor can migrate from one person to another• Why supposed insider connections make gossip feel convincing• The dilemma celebrities face when deciding whether to respond• How sensational stories shape reputations long after the headlines fadeCome back Thursday for “Name Names — The Game”!Allen finishes the sentences, and Hollywood supplies the material: Gwyneth Paltrow’s infamous candle, Tom Cruise’s Oprah couch jump, and Mariah Carey’s immortal “I don’t know her" to name a few. Expect candid opinions, unexpected detours, and a conversation about the celebrity moments that keep us talking.Enjoyed this conversation?Follow The Iconic Midlife wherever you listen so you don’t miss Thursday’s game or our next guest. Subscribe on YouTube to watch the video episodes, rate the show on Spotify, and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Share this episode with the friend who always has the Hollywood scoop.Follow me on social media: @theiconicmidlife and @redcarpetroxy. And you can catch Allen's podcast, Gerbil, presented by The Hollywood Reporter wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube.What’s a celebrity rumor you believed for years before you finally questioned it? Tell me in the comments.Companies mentioned in this episode:The Hollywood ReporterThe New York TimesVanity FairCedars-Sinai Medical CenterFood NetworkEsquireExtraNational LampoonToronto StarInstagramGoogleRedditWikipediaTheranosStudio 54Today (NBC)

Prime or Pass? Beauty icon Laura Geller is back on The Iconic Midlife, and this time, we're putting her beauty instincts to the test!From makeup trends and beauty rules to the things women are told they should (and shouldn't!) do as they age, Laura is weighing in on what's worth embracing and what's ready to be retired.With decades of experience in the beauty industry, the legendary makeup artist and founder of Laura Geller Beauty knows a thing or two about what works, what doesn't, and why beauty should never come with an expiration date.But will she give these trends their prime-time moment or send them packing?It's time to play Prime or Pass!Don't Miss the Full Interview!If you enjoyed this game, make sure to catch Laura's full conversation with Roxy Manning on The Iconic Midlife, where they discuss:Makeup tips and beauty techniques for women over 40How our relationship with beauty evolves as we ageBreaking outdated beauty rulesConfidence, reinvention, and embracing midlifeLaura's journey building her iconic beauty brandListen to the full episode of The Iconic Midlife on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.Watch the full interview and this game episode on YouTube: Search for The Iconic Midlife and subscribe to the channel!Connect with Laura GellerFollow Laura Geller Beauty on social media: @lauragellerbeautyWebsite: https://www.laurageller.comFollow The Iconic MidlifeWant more candid conversations about beauty, health, relationships, reinvention, and everything that makes midlife interesting?Follow us on social media:The Iconic Midlife: @theiconicmidlifeRoxy Manning: @redcarpetroxyLove the Show? Here's How You Can Support Us!Follow or subscribe to The Iconic Midlife on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app, where available. Your reviews help new listeners discover us!Subscribe on YouTube for full interviews, exclusive games, and behind-the-scenes moments.Share this episode with a friend who loves beauty, makeup, and a little midlife mischief.Now it's your turn! What's one beauty trend you'd give a PRIME to, and what's an absolute PASS? Tell us in the comments on YouTube or social media!#TheIconicMidlife #LauraGeller #PrimeOrPass #BeautyOver40 #MakeupOver40 #MidlifeBeauty