<p>Despite it being a regular bodily function, menstruation isn’t often talked about.
But it’s something that is causing huge problems for many women on the continent.
It’s estimated that one in ten girls miss school while they’re on their period
And the cost of sanitary products can make them too expensive for many.
At the end of this week, World Menstural ... Show More
Jan 2023
The Period Talk (For Adults)
Every month, 1.8 billion people menstruate globally. For those people, managing periods is essential for strong reproductive and emotional health, social wellbeing and bodily autonomy. But a lot of people haven't been educated about periods or the menstrual cycle since they were ... Show More
13m 11s
Sep 2022
2.1 Murderous menstrual blood
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that periods are terrifying. Well, men have certainly seemed to think so. All the way back to Roman times, the male chroniclers of the human condition have agreed on one thing: menstruation is unseemly, ungodly and just plain horribl ... Show More
40m 35s
Mar 2020
A campaign for period positivity | Ananya Grover
Having your period is exhausting -- and for many people across the world, menstruation is even more challenging because of stigmas and difficulty getting basic hygiene supplies, says social activist Ananya Grover. In this uplifting, actionable talk, she shares how "Pravahkriti," ... Show More
9 m
Mar 2019
007: The Menstrual Cycle, Period.
Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she talks about the stigma of the menstrual cycle and learn about how hormones control our body. Educate yourself about what is normal, what is not normal, and when you should be concerned, because you can't understand your fertility if you don't ... Show More
33m 47s
Jul 2025
A History of Menstruation Conspiracy Theories feat. The Bizarre AF
Why has something as natural as menstruation been shrouded in shame, secrecy, and silence for centuries? In this episode, Alesha from The Bizarre AF joins me as we trace the blood trail through history - from ancient cultures that worshipped the menstrual cycle to the rise of pat ... Show More
1h 31m
Apr 2024
A campaign for period positivity | Ananya Grover
Having your period is exhausting — and for many people across the world, menstruation is even more challenging because of stigmas and difficulty getting basic hygiene supplies, says social activist Ananya Grover. In this uplifting, actionable talk, she shares how "Pravahkriti," h ... Show More
28m 55s