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Midlife Murmurings

Chris Gates

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Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 11

Midlife Murmurings is a companion for those navigating the in-between—not quite young, not yet old, but deeply alive. Like a murmuration of starlings, each voice adds wisdom, challenges and questions which together create something beautiful, joyful and wonderous. Through life stories, career adventures, and soulful reflections, this podcast explores purpose, renewal, grief, and the quiet rebellion of midlife, as we shed the clothes that no longer fit, and rediscover our true selves. Join the conversation - https://linktr.ee/midlife.murmurings Created by Christopher Gates.

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Andi Britt's Midlife Recalibration - from senior executive to ancient Greek & representing Team GB

Season 1 · Episode 1

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 • Duration 35:13

In this episode of Midlife Murmurings, Andi Britt shares his remarkable journey from senior IBM executive to becoming a theology student and world-class triathlete. It’s a story of recalibration—of trading people and technology leadership for embodied wisdom, and corporate certainty & identity for personal growth. Andi also speaks to what has rooted him throughout - his marriage, his community and his faith.

Through quiet reflection and candid conversation, Andi explores his career's joys and struggles, his personal relationships, and the impact and opportunity his retirement has provided.

Listen in for a rich conversation, and add your own murmurings to the conversation and LinkedIn Group.

Connect with Andi at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andi-britt-1718b62/ or via the show.

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“The Golden Window: Coaching, Courage, and the Camino with Claire Pedrick”

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, October 9, 2025 • Duration 24:07

In this episode of Midlife Murmurings, host Chris Gates welcomes master coach Claire Pedrick for a rich, honest conversation about midlife as a season of choice, reflection, and quiet transformation.

Claire shares how her own journey—through coaching, therapy, and walking the Camino—has shaped her understanding of purpose, partnership, and the invisible shifts that come with aging. From the tension between finance and flourishing to the renegotiation of roles in long-term relationships, this episode offers soulful insight and practical wisdom for anyone navigating the second half of life.

🌿 Topics include:

What midlife really means—and why it’s not a crisis
Coaching as a space to say the unsayable
The tension between earning and flourishing
Navigating midlife in relationships that feel out of sync
The power of pilgrimage and packing light
Visibility, legacy, and the courage to change

🎧 Listen now and explore what it means to walk your own golden window—with curiosity, companionship, and a little less baggage.

To connect with Claire, you can find her and the Coaching Inn podcast at:-

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairepedrick/
www.youtube.com/@3DCoaching
Insta @3d.coaching

To find more Midlife Murmurings, and to join our Linked In Midlife Murmuration, follow the links https://linktr.ee/midlife.murmurings

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The Power of Purpose: Investing in People and Business with Julian Burnett

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, October 16, 2025 • Duration 46:04

Welcome to Midlife Murmurings, where we explore the wisdom, wonder, and wildness of midlife. In this episode, Chris Gates is joined by Julian Burnett—creator, leader, investor, and mentor—for a rich, reflective conversation on what it means to live a legacy.

🌀 Topics include:

Midlife as a crescendo: the emotional, professional, and relational shifts that define this chapter
The gift of wise teachers and parents - investing in people as a lifestyle
Parenting through transitions—and being parented in return
The impact of loss and the quiet wisdom it brings
Practices for staying well: swimming, walking, and the power of presence
Leadership, teamwork, and the art of growing others
Red zone living: how to spot burnout and build resilience
Angel investing with purpose: the 3 Cs Julian looks for in founders
Redefining success: from metrics to meaning, from money to cider

🍏 Plus: Julian shares the story behind “Wasted”—a cider brewed in memory of a friend, and a metaphor for legacy, loss, and renewal.

📌 Guest: Julian Burnett
📌 Host: Chris Gates
📌 Series: Midlife Murmurings
📌 Recorded: September 2025

🔗 Join the murmuration
Leave a comment below with your reflections, questions, or your own midlife murmurings. We’d love to hear from you.

👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes

And join the Midlife Murmuration via this link

#MidlifeMurmurings #JulianBurnett #ChrisGates #Leadership #Legacy #AngelInvesting #Parenting #Wellbeing #CrescendoLiving #Podcast

Row Your Own Boat - Purpose, Partnership & the Pivot to Retirement with Chris James

Season 1 · Episode 7

Monday, November 10, 2025 • Duration 35:05

In this warm and reflective conversation, Chris James joins Chris Gates to explore midlife as a series of intentional pivots — from corporate leadership to startup joy, and into a purpose-driven retirement.

With over 40 years in sales and software, Chris shares what it means to shed prestige, recalibrate identity, and stay true to relational integrity.

From building Day 5 Consulting with Will O’Brien to navigating marriage in retirement, Chris offers practical wisdom and emotional depth. This episode is a masterclass in legacy, humility, and the quiet power of choosing your own rhythm.

🧭 Topics Covered

Midlife as mindset, not milestone
Leaving corporate life and learning to rest
Building a lifestyle business from scratch
Redefining retirement as purpose without pay
Marriage, identity, and recalibration in later life
The power of community and long-term friendships
Letting go of prestige and turning purpose outward

🔗 Links & Resources

Connect with Chris James: Chris James | LinkedIn
Join the Midlife Murmurings Murmuration: Midlife Murmurings | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
Follow Chris Gates: Christopher Gates | LinkedIn

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Liberation, Neuro-Tempering & Irreverence: Hacking back with Gini Holden

Season 1 · Episode 6

Thursday, November 6, 2025 • Duration 01:00:15

In this bold and brilliant conversation, Gini Holden joins Chris Gates to explore midlife as a portal to liberation. From hacking consumer behaviour with neuroscience to reclaiming irreverence after decades of fitting in, Gini blends science, soul, and storytelling with unapologetic clarity.

She shares how she turned grief into grit, built startups from scratch, and developed a framework for rewiring the brain — not through mindset alone, but through nervous system mastery. This episode is a rallying cry for anyone shedding old identities and stepping into their next chapter with curiosity, courage, and community.

🧠 Topics Covered

Why midlife often feels “done to you” — and how to reclaim it
The neuroscience behind the “Bag for Life” revolution
How cultural scripts shape our buying decisions and identities
Neuro-tempering: a 7-pillar framework for rewiring behavior
The power of group to embed lasting change
Saying no as a form of midlife power
Reclaiming irreverence, curiosity, and the self you left behind

🔗 Links & Resources

Learn more about Gini’s work & the Neuro-tempering workshops @ the f0undry: www.f0undry.co.uk
Connect with Gini: linkedin.com/in/virginia-holden
Join the Midlife Murmurings: Midlife Murmurings | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
Follow Chris Gates: Christopher Gates | LinkedIn

Menopause: The Gateway to Power With Emma Thomas

Monday, October 27, 2025 • Duration 38:04

In this episode, Chris Gates sits down with Emma Thomas—executive coach, menopause educator, and founder of Managing the Menopause—to explore how menopause can be a gateway to clarity, recalibration, and midlife power.

Emma shares what perimenopause and menopause actually mean, how hormonal shifts impact identity, relationships, and careers, and why workplaces must move beyond policy to culture. This is a conversation about shedding what no longer serves us—and stepping into what’s next.

🧭 Topics Covered

What perimenopause and menopause actually are
The emotional, cognitive, and relational impact of hormonal shifts
Why menopause is often misunderstood—even by those experiencing it
The role of coaching in restoring confidence and resilience
How organizations can support midlife employees with empathy and flexibility
Menopause as a catalyst for career pivots, relationship changes, and personal power

💬 Key Quotes

“I used to be all over this stuff. Now I’m forgetting things. I’m more anxious. I’m not feeling like myself.”
“We find the inner strength to walk away from what no longer serves us.”
“It’s not just a decline—it’s a gateway.”
“One in ten women leave the workplace because they’re not getting the right support.”
“The best organisations normalise the conversation. They build psychological safety.”

📚 Resources

Emma’s podcast: Middling Along
Emma’s community: Holding Up the Sky
Book: The Menopause Brain by Dr. Lisa Mosconi
Initiative: Managing the Menopause - including workplace resources
Coaching practice:

Living the One Previous Life: Wisdom's Calling with Martin Palethorpe

Season 1 · Episode 5

Thursday, October 30, 2025 • Duration 41:23

A midlife conversation with Martin Palethorpe on ego, embodiment, and the quiet revolution of presence.

In this intimate episode, leadership coach Martin Palethorpe joins Christopher Gates to explore the art of living wisely. From ultra-marathons to meditation, divorce to community, Martin shares how tuning into inner wisdom—not ego—has shaped his journey. Together, they unpack the myths of ambition, the power of slowness, and the beauty of showing up authentically. This is a conversation for anyone yearning to live the one precious life with clarity, courage, and soul.

Do like, share and subscribe - and join our Midlife Murmuration in the LinkedIn Group - links in bio!

Connect with Martin via his website, www.be-unbounded.com, where you can find out more about his work, upcoming retreats and coaching opportunities.

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Rebirth, Balance & Authenticity in Midlife with Philippa Clifford-Davies

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 • Duration 53:39

In this conversation, tech leader Philippa Clifford-Davies reflects on how midlife is less a crisis and more a rebirth. She shares stories of balancing family and career, navigating curveballs, failure and confidence, embracing authenticity, and finding joy in connection. From redundancy to resilience, and from technology’s rapid pace to the wisdom of gut instinct, Philippa offers a candid look at how midlife leaders can shape culture with values, heart, and impact.

Highlights:

Midlife as Rebirth — not a crisis, but a chance to reset and reimagine.
Family & Education — the gifts of storytelling, hospitality, and resilience passed down from her parents.
Balancing Career & Family — lessons learned from negotiating part‑time work, valuing herself, and adapting at each stage of her children’s lives.
Curveballs & Courage — navigating illness, aging parents, and perimenopause while leading in corporate life.
Authenticity at Work — letting go of perfection, embracing “Ronseal leadership” (does what it says on the tin).
Technology’s Speed — shifting from early adopter to wise user, staying comfortable with continuous change.
Relationships & Networking — building trust, listening deeply, and creating joy in collaboration.
Redundancies & Renewal — reframing reductions in force as opportunities for reinvention.
Gut Instinct — intuition as a compass for decision‑making.
Role Modeling — showing younger colleagues that authenticity and imperfection are part of real leadership.
Corporate Culture & Support — founding WOW (Wonderful Oracle Women) to create ecosystems of support across organizations.

Key Quote:
“Midlife isn’t a slowing down—it’s a deepening.”

Connect:

Philippa Clifford-Davies - Philippa Clifford-Davies | LinkedIn

Navigating the Second Half & Beating Burnout with Jason Pooley

Season 1 · Episode 8

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 • Duration 39:05

The Second Half: Intentional Living, Joy & Presence

In this episode, host Chris Gates is joined by Jason Pooley, High Performance Coach and former professional athlete, to discuss the often-silent struggle of burnout during the midlife transition.

Jason shares his journey from the intensity of high-level sport and business to deep healing and intentional community building. This conversation offers crucial insights for anyone feeling the "drift," the fatigue, or the quiet invitation to slow down and build a better second half of life.

Key Takeaways You'll Learn:

Reframing Midlife: Why the "second half" should be viewed as an invitation to focus on new possibilities and long-term health, not just a ticking clock.
The Freedom Trap: How high performers and business owners create ventures for freedom but often become completely consumed by their work, leading to silent burnout.
The Body Speaks: Recognizing the subtle, "murmurings" of early burnout, from irritability and lack of focus to physical fatigue.
The Power of the Pit Stop: The necessity of building regular, conscious downtime (daily and weekly) into your rhythm to prevent a complete crash.
The Internal Game: Focusing on the four realms of energy (Physical, Mental, Emotional, Spiritual) as the foundation for recovery.
Slowing Down: Why learning to be present leads to clearer thinking, better decision-making, and improved health.
Don't Do It Alone: The safety, joy, and beauty of finding a support ecosystem—a "murmuration"—to navigate this phase of life together.

Guest Details & Resources:

Guest: Jason Pooley
Website: www.jasonpooley.com
Social: Connect with Jason on Instagram and LinkedIn @JasonPooley

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Authenticity, Resilience, and the Silver Ceiling with Liz Jewitt-Cross

Season 1 · Episode 11

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 • Duration 39:42

In this episode of Midlife Murmurings, Chris Gates sits down with Liz Jewitt-Cross, founder of Future HR and advisory partner at The Coaching Solution. Liz brings over 20 years of experience as a fractional HR and business transformation director, now focused on portfolio consulting, executive coaching, and mentoring.

Together, they explore:

What midlife means to Liz — confidence, authenticity, and balance.
The opportunities and challenges of building a business in midlife.
How technology and transformation impact different generations in the workplace.
The role of coaching and mentoring in planning transitions and creating legacy.
Facing the “silver ceiling” and reframing value through fractional and flexible work.
The power of networks, authenticity, and human connection in career and life.
Personal reflections on health, family, and the importance of balance beyond the screen.

WARNING: This episode contains reference to suicide & mental health.

Connect with Liz:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lizjewittcross/
Future HR website: www.future-hr.co.uk/
The Coaching Solution: www.thecoachingsolution.co.uk/

Connect with Chris & Midlife Murmurings:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgates14
Midlife Murmurings (all other resources including details of upcoming online Midlife Murmurings Gatherings: https://linktr.ee/midlife.murmurings

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