Menopause has long been tabooed and shrouded in secrecy, leaving many ashamed and embarrassed about seeking and extending support for one of the most natural transitions and rite of passage. Well, that's changed, and we're surrendering to curiosity, knowledge, and empowerment. This is for you if you are one of the millions of people in the menopausal phase or want to support them. I'll peek into the lives of people experiencing menopause and tap into experts for their take on the pausal phas ...
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A podcast about the period BEFORE you stop getting your period. The concept of a woman "circling the drain" conjures up negative imagery for some, but the origin of this as the name of the podcast has a story. A friend, in her 30's at the time, was listing her ailments to a male physician who clearly had a terrible bedside manner, because he responded to her complaints by shrugging his shoulders in a dismissive fashion and saying something like, "I don't know what to tell you. From now on, y ...
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Send us a Text Message. It's the very first episode of our brand new podcast, Open Up and Say HA!: Stories from Underneath the Paper Gown. Have you ever had a bizarre encounter with a medical practitioner? An ER visit gone awry? A weird thing you found on your foot that turned out to be a rare species of parasitic insect? Welcome to Open Up and Say…
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In this episode of The Pause Pod, I explore the inspiring journey of LaShanna Moore, a passionate advocate for holistic wellness who transitioned from the creative arts to health advocacy. LaShanna's unique path highlights the connections between creativity, empathy, and health. Her story of transformation and dedication reveals how her experiences…
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If you know you know. Reinventing yourself as you grow older or as the menopausal transition unfolds is a powerful way to embrace change and discover new paths. But it’s not always easy. This time in life is perfect for exploring fresh interests, starting different careers, deepening relationships. It's about using life's experiences to shape a fut…
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In this episode of The Pause Pod, I'm chatting with Dr. Melanie Llanes, a pelvic health expert, about the critical role of pelvic floor health during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Llanes discusses the "five S's" of pelvic floor function, the impact of hormonal changes, and common issues like urinary incontinence and pain during intercourse. She …
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A Transformative Approach to Nourishing Your Whole Life With Michelle Dwyer
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In this episode of "The Pause Pod," I chat with Michelle Dwyer, a holistic health coach and certified nutrition consultant, about her journey into health coaching and her personal experiences with perimenopause. Michelle discusses the importance of considering the whole person for health and well-being, including routines and habits that support a …
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Life in the Pause with Monique Cupid and Dixie Lincoln-Nichols
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Send us a Text Message. Monique Cupid and Dixie Lincoln-Nichols are menopausal women who met up during the pandemic to talk about work for a project. Without fail, at every weekly meeting, the conversation drifted to menopause, the symptoms each of them was experiencing, and the frustrations they felt about the lack of support, resources, equity, a…
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In this podcast episode, Denise Pines, president of the Osteopathic Medical Board of California and founder of WisePause Wellness, discusses her advocacy for women's health during menopause. She shares her struggles with menopause, the creation of WisePause Wellness, and Tea Botanics to address menopausal symptoms. Denise emphasizes the need for mo…
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The Ambassador of Fun with Robin Gelfenbien
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Send us a Text Message. Lately, as we have gotten older and our preferences have changed, we have been wondering, "What is fun?" Robin Gelfenbien, the self-proclaimed Ambassador of Fun, is the perfect person to answer that question. Right out of college, Robin was chosen out of thousands of people to drive the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile, and her expe…
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Send us a Text Message. Katie Fogarty will make you feel like turning 50 is the best thing that could ever happen to you. She is the host of A Certain Age, an age-positive podcast that helps you live your best evolving midlife—loud and proud. She is also the creator of the Age Out Loud movement, a platform which aims to spotlight as many stories of…
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Life's Tough. Laugh More. with Kambri Crews
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Send us a Text Message. How does a child of deaf adults who grew up in a tin shed with no running water or electricity witness her father commit a violent crime and then grow up to be the joyful owner of a comedy venue? Kambri Crews will tell you how! Author of the acclaimed New York Times best selling book Burn Down the Ground and sole owner and o…
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Menopause has its pros and cons. Many are happy to never have a period again. but it’s safe to say, no one wants to witness their muscles wane. In this episode of The Pause Pod, I chat with fitness trainer Tina Tang about the benefits of strength training for women over 40, particularly during menopause. Tina shares her journey from finance and jew…
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Rootless Harmony: The Seaweed Story of Hormone Health & Preserving Our Planet
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Rootless: Where self-care meets planetary care. In the latest episode of The Pause Pod, I explore the wonders of seaweed as a source of hormonal health and well-being with Sachi Singh - founder and CEO of Rootless and seaweed's number one fan - and Chief of Staff, Dr. Gabby Pavelko They discuss the diverse types of seaweed and their nutrient-rich p…
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ENCORE: Twice a Week Until Death Do You Part with Dr. Rachel Rubin
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Send us a Text Message. We chose this episode with Dr. Rachel Rubin as our final encore of the year because she is the person who has given us the most practical, valuable, and easily shareable information to help women with their genitourinary functions as they age. Dr. Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist who droppe…
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With over 15 years of experience as a health and hormonal nutritionist, Laura Lacey enters The Pause Pod and sheds some light on the commonality between pregnancy, perimenopause and post-menopause. This episode features her personal experience and valuable knowledge on how nutrition can help manage symptoms like hot flashes and insulin resistance. …
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Send us a Text Message. For our first encore episode, we chose the inspiring pair of Michelle and Joan MacDonald. Not only are they glorious examples of what a healthy body can achieve after midlife, they seem to have an enviable mother-daughter bond that is beautiful to witness. These women broke the internet after Michelle, a body builder and tra…
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Today in this short episode, I'm exploring the power of intentional pauses in our fast-paced lives. I'll be delving into the world of petite pauses – those brief moments of stillness that have the incredible power to root, ground, and bring the body to a place of calm. Tune in and learn how this petite practice can help you navigate life's storms. …
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The decline of estrogen and other important hormones during menopause causes more than hot flashes. Their decline can also have a significant impact on cognitive function. As a result, understanding the connection between menopause and the brain is crucial for our well-being. In today's episode, our featured health and wellness coach, Sharon Fraser…
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The Larry David of Pilates with Meghann Koppele Duffy
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Send us a Text Message. Meghann Koppele Duffy is a cofounder of the Neuro Studio, a premier education and movement company helping people living with neurological conditions move better, and teaching movement professionals the best cutting edge techniques to work with people living with Neurological Conditions. Meghann is a fast-talking, zero BS pr…
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Sad Vagina with Abigail Paul
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Send us a Text Message. Germany-based comedian Abigail Paul says that co-host Ellie is her oldest friend. Not her most elderly friend, but the friend she has known the longest. She met co-host Julia a few years later, making all three of them VERY ELDERLY/OLD FRIENDS. That should entice you to listen to this episode, because richness of history mak…
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In this podcast episode, shopping expert, Trae Bodge explores the often-overlooked intersection of menopause and career changes. She shares personal experiences and insights, discussing the challenges of menopausal symptoms, self-care strategies, and the power of "embracing her" - the person you are becoming. You will gain valuable insights and ins…
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Send us a Text Message. Blaire Postman is a comedian who was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and then embraced it as a super-power. She created a solo show called Lady ADHD: Hilariously Mind Blowing Observations from a Hyper-Insightful Brain. Due to a current medication shortage, we got to interview Blaire ten days into "going commando", and we tal…
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Kimberly Mangla is a reproductive psychiatrist who works collaboratively with the obstetrics department at Mt. Sinai Hospital in NYC. She is involved in the teaching and supervision of psychotherapy and medication management during pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. She also happens treat Julia's Adult ADHD, and in ho…
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Women's Health Needs a Revolution with Dr. Maria Uloko
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Maria Uloko is fired up, and we are right there with her. As the first ever Black female Urology student at her university, she has been trailblazing for the entirety of her career. Dr. Uloko specializes in comprehensive sexual health which includes the medical and surgical management of ALL genders. She is considered a …
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Vagina Science with Rachel E. Gross
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Send us a Text Message. Rachel E. Gross is an award-winning science journalist who wrote an incredible book called Vagina Obscura which was a finalist for the 2023 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction. Go ahead and be impressed, but do not be intimidated. Rachel will enthrall you with stories of outlandish treatments for ailments that…
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We Finally Got You a Pro Dom with Leoh Blooms
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Send us a Text Message. Leoh Blooms is a queer, fluid, and nonbinary-trans trauma-informed mentor and Pro Dom. Everything they do in their practice focuses on intimacy, mental health, gender, sex, and practical self-care. They help clients aged 21 and up to create lives they don't need to hide from by offering various levels of support in a power d…
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A Bubble Bath for Your Brain with Dr. Wendy Suzuki
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a professor of Neural Science and Psychology and author of two incredible books, Good Anxiety and Healthy Brain, Happy Life. Her TED talk, The Brain-Changing Benefits of Exercise, has more than 60 million views, making it the 2nd most viewed TED talk of 2018. In spite of our awe, we managed to pick her fa…
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My Hot Flashes Could Power Brooklyn with Dr. Aiesha Turman
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Aiesha Turman does so many things and she does them with JOY. She is the kind of teacher that students keep in touch with for the rest of their lives, which is a rare and special thing. We totally get the appeal, because we had the best time talking to her about Reiki, Afrofuturism, literature, her work on the incredible…
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Single People Deserve Good Knives with Shani Silver
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Send us a Text Message. Singlehood is not a broken state that requires fixing. This is the core message of our guest, Shani Silver, who deleted her dating apps in 2019 and has been infinitely happier ever since. Shani reminds us that dating apps are a for-profit industry that stand to benefit from keeping you single rather than helping you find lov…
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Restorative sleep is self-care and is fundamental for our overall well-being. However, during the menopause phase, sleep can be hard to come by for so many as fluctuating and declining hormones can cause disturbances, which can interrupt our wildest dreams. So does that mean you're not taking care of yourself if you're not getting sufficient sleep?…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever heard of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) also known as "Tapping"? Sarah Louise Lilley became an EFT Practitioner after her husband's stroke, and she is here to tell us more about that life-changing day, to explain EFT, and dispel any misconceptions you might have about it. If you're looking for a simple tool …
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Send us a Text Message. Jamie Phillips is a mensch. A seasoned nonprofit professional, she is grateful to have had the opportunity to provide services to uplift immigrants, refugees, isolated older adults, returning citizens, people who are unhoused, those experiencing mental health challenges, and those recovering from addiction. She was diagnosed…
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Navigating Menopause With A marathon Champion: Insights From Guinness World Record Holder Regina Fleming
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Consider the fear that curbs communication and promote isolation because society perpetuates the notion that aging and rites of passage like menopause are undesirable and should be shrouded in shame and secrecy. It makes sense that some people are afraid to seek support in navigating the challenges that sometimes accompany the menopausal transition…
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Send us a Text Message. When we met Dr. Stacia Alexander at a menopause symposium, we were instantly drawn to her energy, magnetism, and hot-pink-suit-wearing confidence. A seasoned psychotherapist, she has worked with professional women helping them understand that the journey to success does not make them immune to emotional and cognitive changes…
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Many people suffer through the transition of perimenopause and post-menopause for many reasons. Some reasons we don't have control over. But some we do have control over. In today’s episode, I share five mindset shifts that can ease menopause suffering in 2023. So If you're one of those people suffering through the process or know someone who is, t…
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They're Coming for Our Vibrators with Lizz Winstead
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Send us a Text Message. It's our 50th episode and we are celebrating in style! Lizz Winstead is a name that we have had on our "dream guest" list since we first brainstormed this podcast, and wonder of wonders, our dream came true. Co-creator of The Daily Show and co-founder of Air America Radio, Lizz is a legendary comedian and writer who is a bad…
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With its many complexities, menopause can leave women tired, overwhelmed, and frustrated. Trust me, I know those feelings all too well as I'm currently navigating the post-menopause phase. Well, we stand to learn a thing or two from my guest, who is counteracting the downsides of menopause by chasing the glow to level up her midlife-menopause exper…
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We Finally Got You a SEX Therapist with Dr. Elisabeth Gordon
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Send us a Text Message. Our loyal listeners know that Ellie has been fretting about her low libido ever since the first episode of this show. She continues to search for answers because she knows she's not alone, and that many of YOU are also grappling with this issue for various reasons. Well... we finally got you a SEX therapist! This episode fea…
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Aging is Not an Inevitable Decline with Dr. Vonda Wright
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Send us a Text Message. When we saw Dr. Vonda Wright's medical specialty - orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in shoulder, hip and knee arthroscopy for athletes and active people of all ages - we knew that she would have a lot to contribute to our ongoing conversation about the effects of perimenopause on all of our different body part…
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Do What Makes Your Balls Sing with Sabina Vajraca and Flora Natalia Diaz
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Send us a Text Message. Sometimes we bring you medical experts or health and wellness specialists, and other times we interview women with fascinating backgrounds and unique experiences in hopes that you might relate, feel seen, and if something funny comes up, laugh. This is one of those episodes. Sabina Vajrača is a Bosnian-American director/writ…
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Send us a Text Message. You've heard of CBD, but what about CBG? CBN? PHA? Katelynn Nguyen, founder of Willow Kay, is here to teach us about all of it. Willow Kay is a green and clean wellness and skincare company offering a variety of formulations to help improve sleep, care for problematic skin, and induce calm. Not only are Katelynn's products d…
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Send us a Text Message. Margit Detweiler is the epitome of cool. A survivor of ovarian cancer, she embraced her post-chemo white hair, styled it into a punk pixie, and sealed it with a bold lip. But her coolness goes far deeper than her outward style. Margit is the founder of TueNight, a platform dedicated to amplifying the stories of Gen-X women, …
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Send us a Text Message. March is Sleep Awareness Month. Who knew? Our new favorite sleep expert knew! Morgan Adams is a holistic sleep coach for women, whose clients refer to her as their "sleep soulmate". Poor sleep is one of the major complaints we hear from women in midlife, and Morgan offers us potential solutions that are easy to implement and…
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Menopause is a dynamic transitional stage. Things never stay the same, and the experience is unique for everyone. While the journey can be a breeze for some, for others, it can be quite challenging. But one thing's certain, support is necessary to optimize well-being. How are you managing your menopausal care? In this episode, I offer four simple w…
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Have You Ever Heard of Pill Goggles? with Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein
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Send us a Text Message. Ricki Lake (yes, THAT Ricki Lake) and Abby Epstein have worked together on some groundbreaking documentaries which you should watch immediately if you haven't yet done so. The Business of Being Born changed the way we looked at birthing options and medical interventions, and their most recent collaboration, The Business of B…
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Menopausal changes can leave people feeling insecure and vulnerable, especially if they feel like they're no longer able to meet societal expectations, which include youth and beauty. So understandably, being vulnerable can be incredibly difficult. No one wants to expose themselves to the possibility of emotional harm due to the negative narrative …
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I've Run Out of Cope with Emily Barclay
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Send us a Text Message. When Emily Barclay learned that the word "perimenopause" applied to her, she went online to seek out help and support and found that it simply didn’t exist. Instead of dissolving into a pool of her own hormonal tears and sweat, she set up Perimenopause Hub, bringing together experts across different disciplines from around t…
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In this first episode, I’m sharing a peek into my past, my menopausal point of view, and five pillars of menopausal care. My passion for health and wellness was ignited by my grandmother, who was, more or less, our family “bush doctor,” aka medical practitioner. Growing up in a small village meant that doctors weren’t readily accessible. So grannie…
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Sticky Wickets with Heather Corinna
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Send us a Text Message. We like to think that if we had written a book, it would be Heather Corinna's What Fresh Hell is This?: Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities, and You. Heather writes about "the pause" with all of the humor and realness you would expect from a title like that, but what makes the book so unique is its inclusivity. And i…
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Laughing and Peeing and Peeing and Laughing with Dr. Shoma Datta-Thomas
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Send us a Text Message. There are so many different issues that can affect us in midlife, and it can be frustrating to try and find medical professionals who can address more than one of these at a time. Modern Age is a New York City-based longevity clinic offering expert, proactive care for how you look and how you feel. Here to tell us more about…
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Send us a Text Message. Listeners... we're really going for it on our year-end wrap-up. At this point, we assume you have been listening regularly and that you don't need us to review every single guest we've loved and every lesson we've learned, so we decided to have a blast going rogue. Join us as we roll a set of sexy dice given to Ellie by her …
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