In this heartfelt season finale, Phyllie and Nicky reflect on the incredible journey of their first season of The Midlife Crisis Hotline. They share their favorite moments, biggest lessons, and all the ways they’ve grown since launching on Galentine’s Day.

They revisit powerful conversations on topics like narcissistic relationships, boundaries, loneliness, menopause, and their experiences growing up as Jehovah’s Witnesses. They also highlight unforgettable guest episodes, the impact of listener feedback, and the unexpected healing that came from sharing their personal stories.

This episode is filled with laughter, vulnerability, and gratitude—for each other, and the supportive community of listeners who’ve joined them on this journey.

Whether you’re new to the show or have been with them from the start, this episode is a celebration of friendship, honesty, and embracing midlife with open arms.

📩 Got a midlife story to share? Email us:

hello@themidlifecrisishotline.com

🎶 Music Credit:

“Your Little Fool” by Baby & the Luvies

Resources:

Dr. Ramani’s book is a compassionate road map and survival guide for people in narcissistic relationships:
It's Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People by Ramani Durvasula PhD

In this candid and refreshingly honest episode, Phyllie and Nicky are joined by their friends Beth and Mo for a much-needed menopause roundtable—aka the Menopause Party! Together, they break the silence and stigma around one of the most misunderstood and under-discussed transitions in a woman’s life.

From the technical breakdown of perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause to deeply personal experiences, this episode covers: Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), natural remedies, vitamins, and sleep strategies. Hot flashes and night sweats. Brain fog, mood swings, and the identity shifts that come with hormonal changes. Diet and lifestyle tips that actually work—plus why yoga, magnesium, and fiber matter. The emotional toll of going through menopause while managing careers, caregiving, and relationships.

The group also discusses the lack of education and support from both doctors and partners, and how that silence affects women’s ability to advocate for themselves. Whether you’re just entering perimenopause or you’re fully post, this episode is filled with helpful advice, solidarity, and a whole lot of laughter.

📩 Got a midlife story to share? Email us:

hello@themidlifecrisishotline.com

🎶 Music Credit:

“Your Little Fool” by Baby & the Luvies

Resources:

Dr. Mary Claire Haver - thepauselife.com

Dr. Vonda Wright - drvondawright.com

Dr. Nicole D. Barreda, NMD (Mo’s Naturopath) - medicineforyoursoul.com

In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Phyllie and Nicky open up about their childhoods as Jehovah’s Witnesses and what it was like to walk away from the only world they knew.

From the trauma of being disfellowshipped and shunned by your community to the emotional weight of never celebrating holidays, birthdays, or fitting in at school, they reflect on how those early years shaped their sense of self, belonging, and trust in authority.

They also answer listener-submitted questions about the religion’s beliefs, including:

• Why Jehovah’s Witnesses don’t celebrate holidays or birthdays

• What it’s like to be disfellowshipped

• Why they refuse blood transfusions

• The role of women and the implications of domestic abuse

• Their stance on voting, military service, and education

While this episode includes honest critique and painful memories, it also explores the strength of community among Jehovah’s Witnesses—and how Phyllie and Nicky’s families navigated their departure with grace and compassion.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever questioned their belief system, walked away from a controlling environment, or felt alone in their journey to reclaim their voice.

📩 Got a midlife story to share? Email us:

hello@themidlifecrisishotline.com

🎶 Music Credit:

“Your Little Fool” by Baby & the Luvies

Resources:

Apostasy: Directed by Daniel Kokotajlo

Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath: The Jehovah's Witnesses