The Sage Stage Podcast

What do you miss from your 20s… and what are you finally DONE with?

In this episode, we go from chaotic basement energy to surprisingly deep real talk about midlife, menopause, identity, and the parts of ourselves we lost (or buried) along the way.

We get into:

• The fearless energy of our 20s (and where it went)
• Negative self-talk and why women shrink themselves
• Motherhood, choices, and the “you can’t undo this” reality
• Sleep struggle...

Ever stand in the shower mentally beating yourself up for being “lazy”… while also running a full life, managing responsibilities, and generally doing a thousand things?

Yeah. Same.

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we start with a simple question that quickly spirals into something much bigger:

Is procrastination actually laziness… or is it fear?

Because if we’re honest, most of us know exactly what we should be doing — exercising, t...

Work. Kids. Relationships. Responsibilities. Existential thoughts in the grocery store.

Modern life is… a lot.

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we tackle a listener question:
How do you actually find joy while working full-time, raising kids, and living inside the beautiful chaos of real life?

Because the truth is, life rarely slows down long enough for us to magically become happy.

Instead, we talk about what it really takes to b...

Are you an empath… or just wildly overstimulated?

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we get into empathy, empath life, emotional boundaries, energy work, and why some of us need a nap after a grocery store run.

Yes, we talk about therapeutic touch — but mostly we talk about what it actually feels like to absorb a room, over-identify with other people’s emotions, and then wonder why you’re exhausted.

We cover:

• The difference between...

Friendship in your 20s was “we met once and now we’re trauma-bonded.”
Friendship in your 50s is “I love you. And no.”😂

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we’re talking female friendships in midlife — the glow-ups, the fade-outs, and the moment you realize you don’t have to overextend yourself just to prove you’re a good person. Been there, done that!

Because women over 50 are done auditioning.

We get into:

• How friendships change af...

Energy Healing, Intuitive Gifts & Midlife Identity

Some creative projects leave you tired.

Some leave you rearranged at a cellular level.

In this episode of The Sage Stage, Chandra and Jane talk about energy work, creative burnout, psychic ability, spiritual awakening, and what actually happens after you pour your soul into something.

Because no one tells you about the energetic hangover.

We get into the aftermath of creativity,...

Midlife Awakening, Authenticity & Reinventing Yourself After 50 (Without Losing Your Mind)

Somewhere between “be nice” and “be grateful,” a lot of women lost themselves.

This episode is for the women who woke up one day and thought, “Hang on… whose life am I living?”

Chandra and Jane talk about midlife awakening, authenticity, self-love, burnout recovery, and the complicated art of becoming yourself again — after decades of be...

Career rejection, being underestimated, and refusing to go quietly into midlife

This episode of The Sage Stage was recorded on the opening night of The 39 Steps, powered by exhaustion, theatre adrenaline, and zero tolerance for bullshit. From jobs that stabbed us in the back to careers that never materialized the way we were promised, we get honest about rejection, resilience, and why “security” might’ve ruined us anyway.

Spoiler: we...

Accountability sounds great… until someone asks you to actually follow through. 😏

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we poke, prod, and side-eye the whole concept of accountability—along with trust, communication, and those promises everyone makes with very good intentions. We talk about what happens when words don’t match actions, why “I thought you knew” is the root of most relationship chaos, and how unclear communication can qu...

Why is it easier to dream about a better life than actually finish the damn thing you started? 😅

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we dig into consistency, creativity, procrastination, and the very real fear of putting yourself out there—especially when comparison culture is shouting in your ear. We talk emotional disconnect, success anxiety, and how hustle culture quietly convinces women that more stuff equals more worth (spoiler...

Cue the lights, ignore the nerves, and definitely don’t trip over the set. 🎭😏

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we spill the tea on life in the theatre—from our very first performances and deeply embarrassing onstage moments to the unexpected role dance plays and the awkward art of intimacy in live performance. Because nothing builds character quite like forgetting your lines in front of an audience.

We swap stories about acting, ...

Cringe happens. Growth follows. Sometimes there’s dancing. 😏💃

In this episode of The Sage Stage, hosts Chandra and Jane dive headfirst into childhood embarrassments, family dynamics, and all the awkward moments that shape who we become—especially once we hit midlife. From body image and aging to relationships, self-acceptance, and learning to laugh at our own mistakes, nothing is off-limits (including ourselves).

We swap stories, r...

What if the glow-up isn’t external… and never was? 👀

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we lovingly call BS on approval-seeking, unpack why asking everyone else to validate us is a losing game, and talk about what real self-love looks like when you’re done playing nice. We dive into relationship communication, emotional expression, and why women—especially at this stage of life—are finally done pretending vulnerability is weakness.

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New year, new adventures… and a few modern headaches. 🎉😏

In this episode of The Sage Stage, we dive into the messy, hilarious, and sometimes confusing world of life after 50. From navigating menopause and evolving conversations around midlife wellness, to surviving the social media circus and the endless subscription shuffle, we cover it all with honesty, humour, and a touch of irreverence.

We also share personal stories about mode...

New year, new resolutions… or maybe just fewer apologies and better naps. 🎉😏
In this episode of The Sage Stage, we take on New Year’s resolutions, personal growth, and self-care after 50—when you’re finally brave enough to question the rules, ditch the labels, and stop trying to become a “better version” of yourself for other people.

We talk about letting go of societal expectations, job titles, and long-held “shoulds,” why bei...

Christmas: the season of magic, memories… and occasionally labour pains. 🎅✨
In this heartfelt (and hilariously honest) episode, we unwrap our favourite Christmas memories—from wide-eyed childhood belief in Santa to the very real experience of giving birth during the holidays. We laugh, we reflect, and we get a little misty-eyed as we explore how family, gratitude, love, and sheer festive chaos shape the season we hold so close.

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Holiday traditions, questionable gift choices, and the kind of family chaos you only survive with wine.

This week, we’re diving headfirst into Christmas memories — the good, the weird, and the “why did we ever think this was a good idea?” From food that should absolutely be illegal to gift-giving mishaps that still haunt us, we’re unpacking the traditions that shaped us… and the ones we’re still trying to escape.

We also get real ab...

Join us as we spiral lovingly into the madness of holiday expectations, aging hair drama, and the deeply relatable meltdown that comes from trying to be a functional adult in December. We unpack everything from “Is my hair colour ruining my life?” to “Why are women expected to bake, wrap, host, smile, sparkle, AND stay sane?”

In this episode, we burn down outdated traditions (metaphorically… mostly), confess our seasonal guilt, and ...

Get ready for an episode that unpacks the wild ride of aging like two people who definitely missed the orientation session!

We dive into everything from hormone drama to sleep deprivation to the emotional “plot twists” that pop up when you least expect them.

We talk about finding your zone of genius,surviving relationships when you're running on fumes, and why vulnerability keeps showing up like the unexpected hero of the story....