Starting Over After 40 with Erin O’Malley

Starting Over After 40 with Erin O’Malley

Author: Marci Hopkins October 23, 2025 Duration: 26:01
After 30 years on the radio, Erin O’Malley faced the challenge of starting over. This week on Wake Up with Marci, she opens up about life after the mic — rediscovering identity, embracing change, and finding freedom in reinvention. A heartfelt chat on courage, purpose, and new beginnings.

Key Points:
  • Navigating who you are beyond your career
  • Embracing change with courage and confidence 
  • Finding freedom in starting over
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Connect with Erin O'Malley;
Facebook/Insta: @erinomalleysfrequency

There’s a certain kind of conversation that doesn’t just skim the surface-it digs into the real stuff, the messy and beautiful work of being human. That’s what you’ll find in Wake Up with Marci. Hosted by award-winning TV personality and author Marci Hopkins, this podcast creates a safe, honest space where life’s toughest transitions aren’t just discussed, but deeply explored. Whether it’s navigating mental health, the complexities of addiction, the weight of grief, the challenges of parenting, or the journey of personal recovery and reinvention, no topic is off limits. Each episode brings a blend of powerful personal stories from guests and grounded expert advice, all delivered with a raw vulnerability that feels like a genuine talk with a trusted friend. It’s not about quick fixes; it’s about radical healing and the gradual process of understanding your own strength. Tuning in, you’ll hear conversations that encourage you to heal from past wounds, grow through current challenges, and ultimately wake up to your inherent worth. This is for anyone who believes that talking about the hard things is the first step toward building a softer, stronger life for yourself and your family.
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