The Menopause Disruptor Podcast
Welcome to The Menopause Disruptor Podcast, formerly, All Things Menopausal! I’m your host, Mary Lee, a compassionate Menopause Doula and Licensed Menopause Champion in partnership with The Menopause Expert Group. My mission is to challenge outdated narratives around menopause. Leaning into my own personal encounters with misogyny and a serious lack of reliable, current information surrounding hormone health, I realized there are far too many women being dismissed and outright ignored by healthcare professionals. This has to stop! Menopause is a natural phase of life that deserves to be embraced, not stigmatized. In each episode, I tackle taboo topics and disrupt the status quo on how we think, act, and treat menopause - peri to post. Join me in these informative conversations, either alone or with credible guest experts, as I dive into real, raw, and relatable discussions surrounding the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of aging. It’s time to reclaim our voices and advocate for our health with confidence. Midlife should be the best life, and it will be!
Episodes
In this episode, we are joined by the esteemed dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina to dive into the essential skincare routines for women, especially around menopause.
With two decades of experience as a dermatologist, Dr. Mina explains how hormonal changes influence skin health, emphasizing the importance of a minimalist skincare routine that involves sun protection, and lifestyle choices. Less is best when it come to the complexiti...
Could sexual intimacy be better than it ever was before menopause?
In this episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, host Mary Lee explores the often neglected topic of sexual intimacy and libido during midlife with renowned relationship and intimacy expert, Susan Bratton. Susan shares insights on how extending your sex span can increase longevity and enhance overall health.
The discussion delves into the complexities of...
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In this insightful episode, Mary welcomes Dr. Lyndsey Nabata, a naturopathic physician and North American Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Dr. Lyndsey delves into the vital role of naturopathic medicine in women's ...
Self compassion and self-care are at the heart of cultivating a healthy mindset during the menopause transition or any other challenges life thows our way. Change is inevitable as is the ebb and flow of the weather, and no other month demonstrates unpredictability more than the month of March.
In this bonus solo episode, host Mary offers a simple guided Yoga Nidra (sleep yoga) practice aimed at acknowledging e...
In this episode, host Mary Lee welcomes guest Adriane Dellorca, who shares her journey from a personal struggle with migraines to developing a holistic online yoga program for women suffering from chronic migraines, especially those exacerbated by menopause.
Adriane delves into the science behind pain reprocessing therapy, the interconnectedness of menopause and migraine symptoms, and the importance of mindfulness, yoga, and commun...
In this heartfelt solo episode, Mary shares the passing of her beloved Husky, Ishka. The episode examines overlapping themes of grief and menopause, emphasizing the emotional journeys and transformations women experience during these life transitions.
Mary highlights the importance of community, therapy, and self-compassion, recalling wisdom from her cognitive behavior therapist about accepting and processing grief. She explores th...
In this episode, Mary welcomes Dr. Jenna Dunlop, a scientist, educator, and Attention Deficit Hyeractivity Disorder (ADHD) advocate.
Dr. Dunlop shares her personal journey of discovering ADHD in her late 50s amidst the cognitive challenges of menopause. The discussion highlights how menopause can amplify neurodivergent traits, leading to increased emotional and cognitive difficulties. They delve into the critical need for awarene...
In this episode, host Mary Lee chats with Dr. Keith C. Ellis, a Scientist and Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry at Virgina Commonwealth University who’s pioneering research on long COVID has helped thousands recover and gain back their health.
Dr. Ellis shares insights on long COVID symptomsnand the microclot hypothesis. The conversation also dives into the similarities between long COVID and menopause symptoms, including...
In this episode, host Mary Lee welcomes Dr. Malaika Woods, a specialist in bioidentical hormones, and integrative and functional medicine to discuss her extensive knowledge about menopause and bioidentical hormone therapy. The conversation get deep into uncovering historical misconceptions stemming from the Women's Health Initiative, highlighting that our current healthcare system is still shrouded in misunderstanding.
Dr. Wood...
Today's episode of the Menopause Disruptive Podcast with the host Mary lee examines the important but not well discussed topic of suicide and suicial ideation. Mary's next guest has lived experience.
Gina Cavalier is a filmmaker, an author, artist, and Founder of Liberated Healer, as well as the host of a podcast of the same name. In the conversation, Gina opens up with her journey from suicial ideation and over...
In this episode, host Mary Lee, engages in an insightful conversation with female mental health expert Dr. Charlynn Ruan to discuss the critical need for women to address perimenopause and menopause starting in their early forties.
Dr. Ruan highlights the significant mental health impacts that accompany hormone changes and explains how women can thrive during this often overlooked transition. She shares her personal journ...
In this episode, host Mary Lee dives into the intricacies of menopause and hormone health with Dr. Liz Lyster, an OBGYN, author, speaker, and expert in perimenopause and menopause.
The discussion highlights the misconceptions brought about by the Women's Health Initiative study, emphasizing the benefits of hormone replenishment therapy using bioidentical hormones. Dr. Liz shares her personal journey, the importance o...
In this episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, host Mary interviews Intimacy Whisperer Pauline Ryland of Queensland, Australia. Together, they delve into the intricate relationship between trauma, menopause, and sexual wellness, discussing how unprocessed trauma and suppressed sexual energy can impact overall vitality and health.
Pauline, a certified somatic sexologist and author of 'Empowered Conscious Sexualit...
In this inaugural 2025 episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, the focus is a comprehensive recap of the most impactful insights from 2024.
Host, Mary Lee brings a recap episode that emphasizes embracing midlife with the right mindset, addressing key health areas - heart, bone, muscle, brain health, sleep, and nutrition, while highlighting the importance of managing stress and body image.
These clips also ex...
In this episode, host Mary Lee interviews Dr. Tayo, a former radiologist who has transformed into a menopause wellness expert. Dr. Tayo share her invaluable insights on hormone therapy, advocacy, and the urgency for more menopause awareness and education in the workforce .
Dr. Tayo opens with her personal journey dealing with menopausal symptoms and exposes the unfortunate lack of medical training in this vital area of women’s healt...
Did you know there is a way that we can restore our hormone balance to youtful levels?
In this episode, host Mary engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Prudence Hall, a leading expert in hormone health, on the intricate relationship between hormones, lifestyle, and overall wellness.
From the significant impact of menopause on our gut health, thyroid and adrenal levels to the vital role that testosteron...
In this episode, Mary is joined by Dr. Angela Lauria, a late-diagnosed autistic adult to explore the intersection of neurodivergence and menopause.
Angela divulges her journey with an autism diagnosis to understanding her heightened sensory experiences during menopause. She shines a critical spotlight on historical societal norms and biases towards neurodivergence acceptance in boys as opposed to girls and children of c...
In this empowering episode, we welcome Robin, an integrative health coach and advocate for mindful living, as she shares her insights on navigating midlife, menopause, and the journey to holistic wellness.
Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother and health enthusiast, Robin emphasizes the significance of small, actionable changes—what she calls the 1 Percent Shift Method -that can lead to transformative results...
Ever felt dismissed by doctors when discussing menopause symptoms? You're not alone!
Welcome to our first episode under the freshly rebranded title, The Menopause Disruptor Podcast. In this episode, we learn why host Mary Lee change her podcast name to better fit the mission to challenge societal norms and shift outdated perceptions around menopause. It's time for a shake-up to build a culture of understanding, a...
Have you found yourself slipping back into old thought patterns and limiting beliefs around calories, body image, and the ill-perceived notion that all carbs are bad, while size and the number on the scale matter?
In this episode, host Mary Lee engages with Carrie Lupoli, a board-certified nutritionist and award-winning behavior specialist, to explore the misconceptions surrounding weight, health, and nutrition especially ...
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