Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello Launches ‘What Matters With Liz’—a Show for Women Over 40, Featuring ‘Conversations with the Power to Change Your Life’
Focus on what really matters with expert advice, celebrity chats featuring stars from Henry Winkler to Jennie Garth and bite-sized moments of joy
If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you could tune out the noise and focus on what really matters in life, you’re in luck. Meet What Matters With Liz, the brand-new weekly show from Woman’s World, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello, created for women who want uplifting stories, advice and just a little bit of joy in their everyday lives. Whether you’re listening for the celebrities, the health and beauty experts or Liz herself, What Matters With Liz is your one-stop shop—and it launches tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18!
Meet your host! Liz Vaccariello’s vision
“In my career, I’ve run some big magazines—People, Reader’s Digest, Real Simple, Parents—but there’s something very special about you, the Woman’s World Reader. Your curiosity, your kindness, your commitment to your families and communities, your faith and your desire to grow,” says Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello. “I want to create more opportunities for us to connect and to talk about what matters most. That’s why I’m launching What Matters with Liz, a new video podcast focused on what matters in the hearts, happiness and health of women over 40. You’ll hear from actors, authors, entertainers, Olympic champions, doctors and thought leaders! I’m talking about the best of the best. Truly inspiring conversations with the power to change your life!”
“In a world of noise and negativity, What Matters with Liz is your weekly reminder that joy, kindness, and connection still matter. And always will!”
Each 20–30 minute episode serves up fun, practical advice mixed with real-life inspiration. Think of it as your weekly coffee chat with your friends—where you’ll hear from celebrity guests who’ve reinvented themselves in powerful ways.
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Want weekly inspiration delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the ‘What Matters With Liz’ free newsletter from Woman’s World Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello that helps you tune out the noise and zero in on what really counts. Every week, you’ll get real talk about health, happiness and money, plus uplifting stories, practical tips and exclusive updates on Vaccariello’s new video podcast. It’s like coffee with a wise friend who actually gets midlife—and it takes just minutes to read. Subscribe now and join thousands of women who are choosing joy, building community and showing up for what matters most. Subscribe here!
The ‘What Matters With Liz’ episode guide: celebrity guests and experts
In the first season of What Matters With Liz, which runs for 8 episodes, everyone from Happy Days star Henry Winkler to Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a menopause and women’s health specialist, will appear as guests. Here’s the full episode lineup:
In this inaugural episode, Liz talks to TV icon Henry Winkler about Ron Howard, Winkler’s granddaughter, the people whose opinions matter most to him and the single idea that serves him in every area of his life. It’s joy, wisdom and that steady presence we’ve loved for decades—all in 30 minutes.
In this inspiring episode, Olympic track and field medalist Allyson Felix discusses going for the gold, breaking gender norms and standing up for what she believes in. It’s inspiring, groundbreaking and perfect for sports fans.
- Episode 3 (out Wednesday, March 4) and Episode 4 (out Wednesday, March 11): Mary Claire Haver, MD, FACOG, MSCP
Women in midlife will love this episode with Dr. Haver. In it, she discusses her top tips for women in menopause and even answers some readers’ questions. It’s sure to leave every listener feeling more informed about what’s happening in their own bodies.
- Episode 5 (out Wednesday, March 18): Nedra Glover Tawwab
Licensed therapist, relationship expert, and best-selling author Nedra Glover Tawwab will capture listeners’ hearts in this episode. Not only does she discuss her own life, but she also shares her top tips for women dealing with mental health issues. It’s informative and filled with information you can trust.
- Episode 6 (out Wednesday, March 25): Laura Geller
Makeup artist Laura Geller offers women insights into what really makes them beautiful in the fourth episode of What Matters With Liz. It’s a can’t-miss installment filled with tales of women in midlife accomplishing their dreams.
- Episode 7 (out Wednesday, April 1): Jennifer Wallace
Award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Wallace shares her best tips for mattering in this healing episode of What Matters With Liz. It will open listeners’ eyes and help them heal from the traumas of their past and present.
- Episode 8 (out Wednesday, April 1): Jennie Garth
Beverly Hills, 90210 star Jennie Garth opens up about acting, motherhood, love, self-care and more in the Season 1 finale of What Matters with Liz. It’s a can’t-miss episode that will have listeners smiling from start to finish.
No matter when or where you listen, this season of What Matters With Liz is sure to bring joy, laughter and inspiration into your life. Subscribe to our YouTube page and never miss an episode!
Why you’ll love tuning into ‘What Matters With Liz’ every Wednesday
On top of the exclusive celebrity conversations, every episode of the What Matters With Liz show features practical, heart-centered segments designed to brighten your day and better your life. Hosted by Vaccariello—the warm, relatable voice who has become a trusted friend to millions—the show offers a deep dive into the topics that resonate most with women in midlife, including regular segments on:
- Aging: Tips for aging gracefully.
- Challenges and inspiration: Tips from experts on how to overcome challenges and find inspiration.
- Miscellaneous matters: Quick-fire questions that are fun, helpful and filled with joy.
- Reader questions: Real questions for real readers who are trying to figure out what matters to them.
- What really matters: An ending segment where Vaccariello shares three things that matter to her after talking with that week’s guests.
Where to watch and listen to ‘What Matters With Liz’
New episodes of What Matters with Liz drop every Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts, with highlights and behind-the-scenes clips shared on Instagram and Facebook. Like, subscribe and follow the channels you love most and you’ll never miss an episode!
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