Something is coming for 4 billion people on this planet, and if you've been watching the news — it's horrifying. It can attack your brain, your heart, your bones and even your vagina. So what is this fresh hell? Apparently, it's menopause. So what's going on here? What are the real symptoms of menopause? How bad is it? And is hormone therapy the miracle cure ... Show More
Oct 1
Why We Never Forget Our Teen Years, with Lisa Damour
Our brains go completely WILD when we go through our teenage years. It’s a time where it feels like every disagreement with our parents turns into World War III, and every idea that could get us killed sounds like the most fun we could ever have. In this episode, we get into the ... Show More
58m 38s
Sep 24
Stress: The Science of Chilling Out
Stress! We’re all feeling it. And besides just feeling crappy, we’re also told that stress can wreak havoc on our bodies. The internet has a million solutions: vagus nerve stimulators, deep breaths, or a hot sauna! If that doesn’t work, maybe a cold plunge? But what does the scie ... Show More
40m 22s
Nov 2023
How To Get Through Menopause
Hot flashes, fatigue, and vaginal dryness were some of Katie’s first clues that her body was changing. Half the population will experience menopause, yet misinformation still abounds—with doctors ill-prepared to talk to patients about this major life transition. On this episode o ... Show More
45m 44s
Feb 2024
Ep 135 Menopause is whatever you want it to be
<p>For our season 6 finale, we’re spending some time with menopause. How many nicknames can you think of for menstruation? Quite a few, I’m sure. “That time of the month”, “Aunt Flo”, “the red wave”, “period”, the list goes on. But what about euphemisms for menopause? We’ve got “ ... Show More
2h 4m
May 2021
Menopause: Misunderstood, Mysterious & Magnificent
We've come a long way when it comes to discussing topics in public that used to be considered taboo or referred to as 'women's business', but one issue that is still shunned by society is menopause. Given the obsession with looking and feeling young, it can be difficult for anyon ... Show More
20m 55s
Aug 2025
Create (Peri) Menopausal Confidence: Cut the Noise with Tamsen Fadal
It's time to unlock the wisdom, power, and leadership potential that accompanies menopause. Join our guest, Tamsen Fadal, as we explore how this stage of life has transformed from a taboo subject into a prominent conversation. The episode delves into social media trends, legislat ... Show More
1h 13m