Anne-Marie McQueen

Anne-Marie McQueen is a veteran digital journalist, podcaster, and former national columnist with over 30 years of experience spanning North America and the Middle East.

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Hilmarie Hutchison

Anne-Marie McQueen

Founder of Hot Flash Inc

Anne-Marie McQueen is a veteran digital journalist, podcaster, and former national columnist with over 30 years of experience spanning North America and the Middle East. She has made significant strides in science, healthcare, and wellness journalism, becoming an early adopter and disruptor in the media landscape. Anne-Marie is the founding editor of Live Healthy, the first health and wellness platform in the Middle East, and the creator of Hot Flash Inc., a global platform dedicated to providing evidence-based information for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and midlife. Her journey from traditional journalism to creating impactful digital content has made her a transformative figure in the wellness industry.

About this Episode

In this episode, Anne-Marie McQueen shares her journey from journalism in Canada to becoming a leading health and wellness voice in the Middle East. She reflects on her shift from traditional newsrooms to digital content creation, overcoming challenges by embracing new tools and platforms.

Inspired by her mother’s battle with pancreatic cancer, Anne-Marie turned her focus to healthcare journalism, eventually founding Hot Flash Inc.—a platform offering evidence-based information on perimenopause and menopause. She candidly shares her own experience with perimenopause and the lack of reliable resources, driving her mission to educate and empower women.

Anne-Marie also discusses launching Hot Flash Inc. during the pandemic, debunking menopause myths, and the importance of education, self-trust, and a positive mindset for women navigating midlife. Tune in to this insightful podcast!

“We’re surrounded by people who’ve made big moves in their journey, and they understand how much these drastic changes help you grow as a person.”

Anne-Marie McQueen

“It’s important to focus on the positives and try to just let the negatives fall away”
Anne-Marie McQueen

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It can be challenging to learn every new tool and every new skill, but it’s important to keep up and embrace new things.- Anne-Marie McQueen Click To Tweet

“The confidence and self-trust that I have developed in the last couple of years is insane, along with the kind of inner peace and calm that have come with it.”

Anne-Marie McQueen