Pieces of a Woman

Cristie and DeAnna

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Warm conversations for complicated seasons of womanhood.

The gist

Pieces of a Woman pairs easy friendship with serious life reflection. Across intimate interviews and catch-up conversations, Deanna Robbins and Christy North make room for sabbaticals, sex, aging parents, trauma recovery, goals, and the strange adjustments that come with midlife.

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About Pieces of a Woman

Pieces of a Woman is a women-centered conversation show with a strong sense of life stage. It is warm, but not weightless. Deanna Robbins and Christy North move easily from catch-up chatter into the subjects people often save for trusted friends: aging bodies, sex after years of marriage, grief, caregiving, ambition, and the private work of becoming less afraid. The show often begins with a personal detail. Then it opens into something broader. A discussion about cute flats becomes a reflection on femininity, resistance, and the losses tucked inside getting older. A sabbatical becomes a story about nervous-system repair, boundaries, and what it takes to truly disconnect from work. A conversation about aging parents becomes a practical and emotional look at advocacy, medical choices, and the difference between saving a life and prolonging death. The interviews carry much of the show’s force. Celeste Edmonds speaks about writing through trauma and the tenderness of being given permission not to publish. Leanne Garcia brings experience and lived concern to the uncertainty of caring for older adults. Mason Sawyer’s episode turns devastating family loss into a conversation about trauma, message, and the 1090 rule. Even the lighter episodes keep circling back to growth. The hosts are interested in what women outgrow, what they still want, and what they are finally ready to say plainly. The pacing is conversational and cumulative. Nothing feels rushed. The show is most compelling when a guest story gives the hosts a reason to ask one more question, then sit with the answer. It does not present empowerment as a slogan. It frames it as a practice: speaking honestly, staying curious, setting boundaries, loving a changing body, and choosing the hard thing with eyes open.

Made for: For listeners drawn to intimate, women-centered conversations about midlife, relationships, caregiving, healing, and personal growth. It especially suits people who prefer reflective storytelling over polished self-help.

What sets it apart: The show’s edge is its blend of familiar friendship and emotional range. It can talk about shoes, sex, sabbaticals, trauma, and caring for aging parents in the same human register without making any subject feel performative.

In their own words

Each episode we will discuss and share real stories that are relevant, inspiring and engaging as it relates to women and the life that shape us into who we are today. Every episode will be committed to engaging conversations that will include interviews with influential women, leaders, healers, authors, and close friends. We will discuss EVERYTHING, nothing is off the table, except politics, we will leave that one off the table. DeAnna and Cristie will explore every genre from loss, grief, spirituality, divorce, marriage, raising children, blended families, infidelity, sex, menopause, girlfriends, those damn readers we now have hoarded in...

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Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Candid conversations connect midlife health with grief, intimacy, work, identity, and the practical choices that accompany change.

Deanna Robbins and Christy North turn midlife questions into candid conversations shaped by personal experience. Their subjects move from stepping away from work and setting boundaries to grief, marriage, aging, body confidence, and intimacy.

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Grief meets naked Sunday here, so your tender and candid moods can share the couch.

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  • company through catastrophic loss that does not polish pain into a platitude
  • DeAnna and Christy's candid take on aging, body confidence, and keeping intimacy alive
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women's midlife identityaging bodies and beauty choicessex and intimacygrief and trauma recoverycaregiving for aging parentswork boundaries and sabbaticalspersonal growth and goalsfriendship and candid conversation

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The 6 Month Trip That Changed Who We AreApr 8, 2026

A grounded look at rest, boundaries, and learning to disconnect.

Alicia Holdaway's sabbatical comes across as a plainspoken account of stepping away from work, traveling with her husband, and learning how to disconnect.

5 Things We’re Over in 2026Mar 25, 2026

A warm, reflective conversation about aging, beauty choices, and what women are reluctant to give up.

Pieces of a Woman turns a simple what-are-we-over prompt into a candid look at aging, beauty choices, and the things women are not always ready to let go.

Breaking the Silence: Women, Aging, and the Truth About SexFeb 19, 2025

A candid midlife talk about sex, shame, and the courage to ask for more.

Pieces of a Woman stays with shame, guilt, and the way body changes and empty nesting can reshape how women think about sex and intimacy. Deanna Robbins and Christy North speak plainly about not feeling in tune with being a sexual being, and the episode moves toward a steady,…

Life Lessons in 2024Dec 18, 2024

A plainspoken look at growth, choice, and the hard parts of changing your life.

Pieces of a Woman is a straightforward conversation about family, adulthood, and the kind of hard a life can ask for. Deanna Robbins and Christy North move from Thanksgiving and shifting holiday routines into growth, control, goals, and contentment, circling the idea that there…

The 10Ninety Rule with Mason SawyerMay 31, 2023

A direct grief conversation shaped by Mason Sawyer's 2021 loss and The 1090 Rule.

Mason Sawyer's account is built around loss and the 2021 accident that took Courtney, Riggins, Frankie, Race, and Ryder. The piece frames him as a co-host of The 1090, then moves into The 1090 Rule once that history is set in place.

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    Reinvention Isn't Risky - It's Overdue: A Coach's Take on Starting Over

    Sep 23, 2026·28m
  2. 2

    What My Body Was Trying To Tell Me?

    Sep 9, 2026·26m
  3. 3

    Who Is The CFO In Your Marriage?

    Aug 26, 2026·24m
  4. 4

    They're Adults… So Why Is This So Hard?

    Aug 12, 2026·29m
  5. 5

    Leadership Beyond the Title

    Jun 24, 2026·35m
  6. 6

    What's the Dream You Never Chased?

    Jun 10, 2026·23m
  7. 7

    Fired and Free with Jess Ferguson

    May 20, 2026·33m
  8. 8

    Why Women Over 50 Need “Strength” not “Skinny”

    May 6, 2026·31m
  9. 9

    Not All Friendships are Meant to Last

    Apr 22, 2026·24m
  10. 10

    The 6 Month Trip That Changed Who We Are

    Hidden gem

    Deanna Robbins and Christy North welcome Alicia Holdaway.

    Apr 8, 2026·44m·2 clips
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    5 Things We’re Over in 2026

    Hidden gem

    Deanna Robbins and Christy North return to Pieces of a Woman with a loose, candid conversation about what they are over as 2026 keeps moving.

    Mar 25, 2026·17m·1 clip
  12. 12

    The Pause We Didn’t Plan and the Growth We Needed

    This episode discusses a powerful story about a woman's life in foster care and how it transformed her, highlighting themes of personal growth and empowerment for women.

    Mar 11, 2026·20m
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    Garbage Bag Girl: Finding Hope and Healing After Trauma with Celeste Edmunds

    This episode features an interview with author Celeste Edmunds about her journey of finding hope and healing after trauma, including discussions on her book and writing process.

    Jun 11, 2025·1h 7m
  14. 14

    Caring for Aging Parents and Navigating the Unknown

    This episode features an interview with Leanne Garcia, an adult geriatric nurse practitioner, discussing the challenges of caring for aging parents, navigating the healthcare system, and advocating for better end-of-life care.

    Mar 19, 2025·41m
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    Breaking the Silence: Women, Aging, and the Truth About Sex

    Hidden gem

    Deanna Robbins and Christy North are back after a couple of months away and catch up on holidays, travel, and family life.

    Feb 19, 2025·25m·1 clip
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    Life Lessons in 2024

    Hidden gem

    Deanna Robbins and Christy North start with a familiar catch-up.

    Dec 18, 2024·26m·1 clip
  17. 17

    Sunday Coffee Talk

    Oct 16, 2024·36m
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    My Bitchin’ 88 Camaro

    Sep 11, 2024·40m
  19. 19

    Youth of Our Senior Years

    Aug 14, 2024·25m
  20. 20

    Why It's Time to Rethink Your Makeup in Your 40s and 50s

    Jul 17, 2024·38m
  21. 21

    What Women in Their 50s Stop Tolerating

    Jun 12, 2024·30m
  22. 22

    The Emotional Shock of Retirement

    May 15, 2024·24m
  23. 23

    Empower HER, Navigating Women’s Health with Expert Advice

    Apr 10, 2024·57m
  24. 24

    What's On Your Bucket List?

    Dec 13, 2023·24m
  25. 25

    How to Start a Podcast with Alexis Archuleta

    Nov 15, 2023·31m
  26. 26

    How Confronting Shame Can Transform the Future

    Oct 18, 2023·21m
  27. 27

    Taking the Leap

    Sep 13, 2023·23m
  28. 28

    Achieving Balance and Joy as a Guilt-Free Working Mom

    Aug 16, 2023·23m
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    "The10Ninety" Podcast

    Jul 20, 2023·47m
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    Beauty is Personal

    Jun 14, 2023·26m
  31. 31

    The 10Ninety Rule with Mason Sawyer

    Hidden gem

    Mason Sawyer sits down with Deanna Robbins and Christy North and tells the story that changed his life.

    May 31, 2023·44m·2 clips
  32. 32

    Building a Resilient Mind

    May 24, 2023·23m
  33. 33

    Family Vacation Planning

    Mar 29, 2023·22m
  34. 34

    What Most Couples Never Say Out Loud

    Mar 15, 2023·45m
  35. 35

    Our Favorite Things (Holiday Gift Edition)

    Dec 7, 2022·22m
  36. 36

    The Power of Serving

    Nov 23, 2022·22m
  37. 37

    The Mental & Emotional Impact of Making Tough Decisions

    Nov 9, 2022·27m
  38. 38

    Dating After Divorce (as a Single Dad)

    Oct 26, 2022·41m
  39. 39

    Change Your Breath, Change Your Life with Ana Lilia

    Oct 12, 2022·41m
  40. 40

    Creating Positive Change with 100 Humanitarians

    This episode features an interview with Heidi about her 100 Humanitarians foundation, focusing on women's empowerment through initiatives like water access and craft centers in communities facing challenges like elephant encounters.

    Sep 28, 2022·45m
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    The Miracle of a Heart Transplant

    Sep 14, 2022·28m
  42. 42

    How to Navigate Marriage, Infidelity and Co-dependency

    This episode features therapist Gabby Accord discussing marriage challenges, infidelity, and codependency based on her work with couples and families.

    Aug 31, 2022·33m
  43. 43

    How We Respond to Pain and Trauma in Ourselves and Our Relationships

    Aug 17, 2022·36m
  44. 44

    Flirty Hot Sex in Your Marriage

    Aug 3, 2022·40m
  45. 45

    Style Tips to Feel Your Best at 50 and Beyond Feat. Erin Mathis

    Jul 27, 2022·36m
  46. 46

    Exploring Your Relationship with Alcohol Feat. Mary Wagstaff

    Jul 20, 2022·42m
  47. 47

    What No One Tells You When Your Kids Grow Up

    Jul 13, 2022·36m
  48. 48

    "A Mother's Awakening After Experiencing Loss" | Angels and Awakening Podcast

    Jul 8, 2022·57m
  49. 49

    Honoring Our Healing Journeys with Ruby Dhal

    Jul 6, 2022·36m
  50. 50

    Fighting for Freedom - A Mother's Story About Her Son's Addiction

    Jun 29, 2022·48m
  51. 51

    You Deserve Love: Accepting Who You Are, Where You Are

    Jun 22, 2022·36m
  52. 52

    Embracing Age: A New Adventure

    Jun 15, 2022·30m
  53. 53

    Finding Your Strength in Your Female Friendships

    Jun 8, 2022·29m
  54. 54

    Learning to Love Your Body Feat. Dr. Juliana Hauser

    Jun 1, 2022·33m
  55. 55

    Why Having "The Talk" with Your Kids is Not Enough Feat. Dr. Juliana Hauser

    May 25, 2022·33m
  56. 56

    Atlas of the Heart - Review

    The hosts review the book 'Atlas of the Heart', emphasizing its value for emotional language development and personal growth, while announcing the season finale and upcoming season three.

    May 18, 2022·24m
  57. 57

    Cristie's Journey with Ayahuasca

    This episode explores Christie's personal experiences with ayahuasca retreats, discussing its transformative effects, the reasons for multiple ceremonies, and its role in healing and self-discovery.

    May 11, 2022·43m
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    Living a High Vibrational Life Feat. Kimberly Kingsley

    May 4, 2022·30m
  59. 59

    The Season of Aging Parents

    Apr 27, 2022·26m
  60. 60

    How to Connect with Your Spirit Guides Feat. Julie Jancius

    Apr 20, 2022·39m
  61. 61

    Mental Health: How We Can Best Support the Men in Our Lives Feat. Jay Shifman

    Apr 13, 2022·40m
  62. 62

    1-Year Anniversary of POW

    Apr 6, 2022·23m
  63. 63

    How to Embrace Change When Life Happens

    Mar 30, 2022·23m
  64. 64

    Building Your Family Through Egg Donation Feat. Staci Swiderski

    Mar 23, 2022·23m
  65. 65

    The Journey of Surrogacy Feat. Staci Swiderski

    Mar 16, 2022·31m
  66. 66

    The Power of Yoga Feat. Beth Shaw

    Mar 9, 2022·23m
  67. 67

    Making the Most of Your Life with Time Management Feat. Laura Vanderkam

    Mar 2, 2022·30m
  68. 68

    How Childhood Trauma Affects Your Life, Love & Business Feat. Riana Milne

    Feb 23, 2022·40m
  69. 69

    How to Love Yourself When You Don't Know How Feat. Stefhanie Iliff

    Feb 16, 2022·38m
  70. 70

    Simplifying & Decluttering with Katy Wells

    Feb 9, 2022·31m
  71. 71

    Teenage Pregnancy Feat. Summer Owens

    Feb 2, 2022·37m
  72. 72

    How a Plant-Based Diet Can Change Your Life Feat. Julieanna Hever

    Jan 26, 2022·33m
  73. 73

    What is Holding You Back Personally or Professionally? Feat. Kimberly Spencer

    Jan 19, 2022·49m
  74. 74

    Keeping It Real with Jessica Ferguson

    Jan 12, 2022·37m
  75. 75

    The New You in 2022

    Jan 5, 2022·25m
  76. 76

    Grateful Hearts - How Practicing Gratitude Can Improve Your Life

    Nov 24, 2021·27m
  77. 77

    Solo Tripping - The Power of a Solo Trip

    Nov 17, 2021·24m
  78. 78

    Parenting Style - Reining Them In or Raising Them Up? Feat. Dr. Cam Caswell

    Nov 10, 2021·38m
  79. 79

    Midlife Transformation: Physical & Mental Fitness Feat. Jill Brown

    Nov 3, 2021·45m
  80. 80

    Transforming Your Obstacles Into Opportunities Feat. Sarah Foley

    Oct 27, 2021·46m
  81. 81

    How to Heal After Divorce and Transform Your Life Feat. Martha Bodyfelt

    Oct 20, 2021·45m
  82. 82

    An Inside Look at Domestic Violence Part 2 - Feat. Natalie Linville, Erin Jemison & Melissa Haenchen

    Oct 13, 2021·34m
  83. 83

    An Inside Look at Domestic Violence Part 1 - Feat. Natalie Linville, Erin Jemison & Melissa Haenchen

    Oct 6, 2021·49m
  84. 84

    Are You Stuck in Your Style? The New You Feat. Erin Mathis

    Sep 29, 2021·38m
  85. 85

    How This 4-Time Cancer Survivor Curates Unique Gifts for Cancer Patients Feat. Liz Benditt

    Sep 22, 2021·1h 3m
  86. 86

    Our Successes & Failures of Finding Our Career Paths

    Sep 15, 2021·37m
  87. 87

    DeAnna Robbins Co Host – The Past That Shapes You

    Sep 8, 2021·1h 7m
  88. 88

    “The Over It And On With It” Podcast

    Sep 1, 2021·41m
  89. 89

    6 Month Look Back – Cristie & DeAnna’s Podcasting Experience | POW23

    Aug 25, 2021·28m
  90. 90

    When Your Child Becomes an Addict

    Aug 18, 2021·1h 36m
  91. 91

    The Bloops & Blunders of our Blended Families

    Aug 11, 2021·45m
  92. 92

    Turning Tragedy into Hope & Healing – The Board of The Taylor Hagen Memorial Foundation & Utah Vision Day

    Aug 4, 2021·39m
  93. 93

    The Art of Joy Podcast – How to Become a First Responder with Cristie North

    Jul 28, 2021·1h 4m
  94. 94

    Sex Trafficking – How One Woman Survived and How she has turned Hell into Hope

    Jul 21, 2021·1h 4m
  95. 95

    Shine from your Soul – Interview with a Medium

    Jul 14, 2021·48m
  96. 96

    Taking Charge of Your Intimate Health

    Jul 7, 2021·37m
  97. 97

    “The Adult Chair” Podcast – Why Codependency is controlling & How to Heal It

    Jun 30, 2021·34m
  98. 98

    Parenting Adult Children

    Jun 23, 2021·37m
  99. 99

    Father's Day

    Jun 16, 2021·38m
  100. 100

    50’s….Fu@#ing Fabulous!

    Jun 9, 2021·32m
  101. 101

    Finding Hope and Beauty in Our Pain

    Jun 2, 2021·38m
  102. 102

    Ride the Wave – Mental Health

    May 26, 2021·49m
  103. 103

    The Past that Shapes You – Cristie North Part 2

    May 19, 2021·49m
  104. 104

    The Past That Shapes You – Cristie North

    May 12, 2021·52m
  105. 105

    Celebrating “OUR” Mother’s

    May 5, 2021·58m
  106. 106

    Self Love – It’s not All Bubble Baths & Manicures

    Apr 28, 2021·42m
  107. 107

    What is your relationship with Alcohol, Love or Hate?

    Apr 21, 2021·45m
  108. 108

    How Girlfriends Save You

    Apr 10, 2021·29m
  109. 109

    How Girlfriends Save You | Part 1

    Apr 9, 2021·31m
  110. 110

    What is Your Relationship With Your Body?

    Apr 8, 2021·31m
  111. 111

    Be Your Own (S)expert

    Apr 7, 2021·36m
  112. 112

    Welcome to Pieces of a Woman with DeAnna & Cristie

    Apr 6, 2021·2m