Midlife Fulfilled Podcast: Thrive in Life, Work, and Leadership.
The Midlife Fulfilled Podcast is your weekly guide to thriving—not just surviving—in midlife. Designed for individuals over 40, this podcast explores how to achieve fulfillment across five transformative life pillars: Health, Fitness, Career, Relationships, and Legacy.
Are you navigating a midlife crisis, pursuing personal development, or seeking a better work-life balance? Perhaps you’re focused on health and wellness, advancing your career development, or honing your leadership skills. Whatever your journey, this podcast empowers you with actionable insights to thrive in all areas of life.
I’m your host, Bernie Borges, creator of the Fulfillment Centric Leadership™ Framework, and I’m passionate about helping you align your values and actions to lead a more fulfilling life. Each Monday, tune in for inspiring guest stories, expert interviews, and solo episodes designed to support your growth—whether it’s in leadership development, relationships, entrepreneurship, or navigating your personal and professional ambitions.
Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to join a thriving community of midlifers who are committed to making the second half of life their best.
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Bernie Borges,
Host of the Midlife Fulfilled Podcast | Fulfillment Architect
https://midlifefulfilled.com
Episodes
220 episodes
Ep 218 Discover Your Unique Brilliance for Effective Leadership
In episode 218, Bernie speaks with Regina Huber, a transformational leadership coach, inspirational speaker, and author of "Living My Frickin’ Amazing Life." Regina joined us to discuss the pivotal role of self-leadership in achieving a truly f...
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Ep 217 Mastering Money for Clarity, Freedom and Fulfillment in Midlife
This week's Maximum episode features Mikelann Valterra. Mikelann is an author, speaker, financial therapist, and master money coach with over 25 years of experience. We discuss how to navigate the "money fog" many of us face in midlife. S...
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Ep 216 Jen Hardy's Journey from Near Death to Thriving Success After 50
Happy New Year! In episode 216 Bernie previews his new exciting chapter, then introduces his featured guest for a 'Vulnerable Conversation.' Jen Hardy is a multifaceted content creator and entrepreneur who has taken the podcasting and Y...
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Ep 215 How the 80 20 Rule Guides Your Path to Midlife Fulfillment
Episode 215 is the second lookback during the 2024 holiday break, sharing insights from episode 3 of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. We go deep into the 80/20 principle - aka The Pareto Principle - and its impact on your journey toward achieving...
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Ep 214 Looking Back to Episode 1's Insight on Midlife Fulfillment
On episode 214 we revisit the foundation of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast with a look back at where it all started with episode 1, which amazingly is the #1 most downloaded episode of all time for the podcast! As I take a short bre...
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Ep 213 Midlife Transformation from Alcoholism to Sobriety and Fitness
On this On My Mind episode, Bernie had the privilege of interviewing Dennis Kreba. Dennis shared his vulnerable and inspiring journey through a challenging season in his life and his path to transformation.Here's a glimpse of the convers...
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Episode 213
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Ep 212 A Step by Step Guide to Fulfillment Centric Leadership
This 'On My Mind' episode is a deep dive into the second part of our series on Fulfillment Centric Leadership™. Picking up from where episode 211 left off, Bernie explores steps 4 through 10 of the Fulfillment Centric Leadership™ model. From th...
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Ep 211 Leader Evolution Reshapes Modern Leadership through Fulfillment
In this 'On My Mind' episode, I'm diving into a transformational topic: Fulfillment Centric Leadership (FCL). Drawing inspiration from a presentation I delivered at the National Society for Leadership and Success' (NSLS) annual virtual summit, ...
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Ep 210 The Art of Finding Clarity and Confidence in Midlife
On episode 210 I'm joined by Antoinette Roze a renowned speaking strategist, the founder and CEO of WPC Speakers Global, and the SpeakPact podcast host. We discussed her journey from event producer to a leading speaker strategist, specifically ...
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Ep 209 How to Plan Your Resilience in Career and Health
On episode 209, I'm joined by Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, affectionately known as MH, a distinguished leadership psychologist and author with over two decades of experience. MH and I dive deep into the concept of resilience, exploring i...
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Ep 208 From Burnout to Transformation on the Camino de Santiago Trail
Ep 208 features a 'Vulnerable Conversation' with Tom Schwab. Tom cherishes the value of taking time for personal growth and nurturing relationships. He realized he hadn't taken a full month off work since he was 12 years old. Tom and hi...
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Ep 207 Navigating Fulfillment vs Satisfaction Over 40
In episode 207 you'll experience an "engaging deep dive" into the Thriving in Midlife report, presented by AI Bob and AI Linda. Host, Bernie Borges introduces AI Bob and AI Linda in the beginning, setting the stage for a mindblowing recap. ...
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Ep 206 Overcoming Fear to Strengthen Midlife Relationships with Claire and James Davis
In episode 206 Bernie is joined by Claire and James Davis, the dynamic duo behind The Midlife Mentors podcast and founders of 38 Degrees North, a luxury fitness retreat company in the UK. In this episode, we dive into their midlife transformati...
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Ep 205 Timeless Leadership through Character, Culture and Storytelling with Scott Monty
Episode 205 features Scott Monty. Scott is well known for his ability to anticipate and align with emerging trends exemplified by his tenure at Ford, where he pioneered the company's global social media strategy. Scott's innovative approach to ...
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Ep 204 The Ageism Movement is Catching Fire with Maureen Wiley Clough
In episode 204, Maureen Wiley Clough, host of the "It Gets Late Early" podcast and a passionate advocate against ageism in the tech industry returns to the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. We discussed the pervasive issue of age discrimination, also ...
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Episode 204
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Ep 203 Key Insights From the Thriving in Midlife Research Report
In this 'On My Mind' episode, Bernie summarizes key insights from the newly released research report "Thriving in Midlife: Survey Results on Fulfillment Across Key Life Pillars." Bernie dives into some of the findings in this comprehensi...
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Episode 203
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Ep 202 Embracing The Longevity Revolution's Impact on Society and Business
In episode 202 Simon Chan, founder and CEO of Adapt with Intent, covers a topic that is literally transforming global society: the longevity revolution. We explore how increasing lifespans are reshaping our lives, from the workforce to educatio...
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Ep 201 Secrets Unveiled to Master Public Speaking
Episode 201 features Laurie-Ann Murabito in a masterclass for public speaking. Laurie-Ann is a "reformed, painfully shy girl," and now she is a seasoned professional speaker, author, and podcaster, known for her expert coaching that transforms ...
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Ep 200 My Journey to Midlife Fulfillment, Family, Faith, and Fitness
Welcome to the milestone 200th episode of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast! 🎉 To mark this special occasion, we’ve switched things up a bit. This week, our host Bernie Borges is the guest, while the amazing A Lee Judge steps in as the host. This e...
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Ep 199 The Role of Self Discovery in Achieving Fulfillment
On episode 199, Bernie engages with Donna Wallace, the founder of Soulradiance, in a spirited conversation. Bernie and Donna discuss the significance of discovering your inherent gifts and aligning them with your values on the journey toward la...
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Ep 198 Embracing Age Pride and Evaluating Life Through Five Pillars
Bernie devoted this 'On My Mind' episode to the concept of age pride and how it relates to the 5 pillars of midlife – health, fitness, career, relationships, and legacy. He explored the difference between happiness and fulfillment and shared hi...
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Episode 198
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Ep 197 You Can Harness the Power of Purpose in Midlife Career Resilience
In episode 197, Bernie shares an 'On My Mind' episode with five key takeaways from his conversation with Mark Daley on episode 196. Mark is embarking on a new career journey in his sixties. Bernie shares five takeaways from Mark's ...
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Episode 197
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Ep 196 A Career Quest to Reinvent a Famed Silicon Valley Legacy Brand
In episode 196 of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast, I'm joined by Mark Daley in a 'Vulnerable Conversations' episode. Mark opens up about his journey to reinvent a legendary company culture in a new business venture after experiencing age discrimi...
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Episode 196
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Ep 195 Eight Essential Fitness Facts for Thriving Over 40
In this On My Mind episode of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast, host Bernie Borges discusses the importance of staying "fit for task" as we age, a concept introduced by Coach Allan Misner. Bernie shares personal stories and insights on how...
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