Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the go-to podcast for bold, brilliant women over 40 who are done playing small and ready to reinvent their lives—without guilt, filters, or apologies. Hosted by Badass Midlife Strategist - Sue Willoughby, each weekly episode delivers unfiltered conversations, real stories of reinvention, and practical strategies to help you break free from the crap that’s holding you back and finally live life on your damn terms. Whether you’re navigating a midlife reset, rediscovering your passions, building confidence, or launching your next chapter—this podcast gives you the mindset shifts, clarity, and community to make it happen. 🔥 Expect: No-BS life advice and midlife strategies that actually work Inspiring interviews with women who’ve transformed their lives Soul-stirring solo episodes packed with truth and action Coaching-style episodes to help you reclaim your purpose, power, and passion This isn’t a podcast about “getting through” midlife. It’s about owning it—louder, wiser, bolder, and unapologetically YOU. Subscribe now and start rewriting the rules of what’s possible in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
What if the only thing standing between you and next-level confidence… was your voice?
In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with powerhouse speaker and coach Laurie-Ann Murabito—a once painfully shy woman who’s now a sought-after speaker, coach, and host of the Be in Demand podcast. Her message? Finding your voice isn’t just about public speaking—it’s about reclaiming your presence.
Whether you’re terrified of speaking up in meetings, dreaming of hitting the stage, or just tired of feeling invisible, this conversation will light a fire under your mic.
🎤 In this episode:
- Why public speaking isn’t just for “outgoing” women
- How being tall, shy, and invisible sparked Laurie-Ann’s transformation
- The role of voice tone, range, and pacing in owning your power
- How to get speaking gigs—even if you’ve never been paid before
- Real transformations from clients who were scared sh*tless to speak… until they weren’t
✨ Plus:
Get Laurie-Ann’s free Directory of Places to Speak at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/gift
Learn about her live "Get Booked to Speak" training and her upcoming 8-week "In-Demand Signature Speech" program. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com
Follow Laurie-Ann on IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurieann.murabito
Chapters
[00:00:00] - Powerful intro and guest bio
[00:02:05] - Host welcome and setup
[00:03:11] - Laurianne’s origin story
[00:09:12] - Early challenges of saying yes
[00:16:04] - Brands and finding your voice
[00:22:29] - Voice craft and performance
[00:26:38] - Sponsor: Autumn Renewal retreat
[00:28:06] - Techniques: pausing, pacing, physiology
[00:38:04] - Don’t hate your voice—reframe it
[00:42:47] - Client transformations and impact
[00:48:24] - How to connect and closing
FOLLOW and CONNECT
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Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/
If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion.
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🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥
I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40.
This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place.
Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:
✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations
✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity
✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention
✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful
This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically.
👉Follow so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.
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