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You Are Not Broken

Kelly Casperson, MD

Empowering women (and the partners who love them) to live their best mid lives. Combining the power of mind-work, body-science and relationships, I joyously smash the societal barriers that are keeping us from living our best intimate lives. Whether you are young or past menopause, single or in a long-term relationship, it is never too late or too early to realize YOU ARE NOT BROKEN. With humor, candor and ease, I break down the stories that we have been told about being sexual beings, to help us

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342. Floored - Pelvic Floor with Sara Reardon

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2025/11/02

In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Kelly Casperson and Dr. Sara Reardon, a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist, discuss the importance of pelvic floor health for women at every stage of life. They explore common misconceptions, the need for better education, and the role of physical therapy in addressing pelvic health issues such as incontinence and pain during sex. Dr. Reardon emphasizes the importance of proactive care, the impact of hormones, and the necessity of

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341. How To Menopause

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2025/10/26

What do you get when a top New York news anchor, a journalist, and a perimenopausal powerhouse writes a book? You get How to Menopause — a no-BS guide to midlife, straight from someone who lived it, confused, anxious, and totally unsupported.In this episode, I sit down with my friend and author Tamsen Fadal to talk about what it was like to unknowingly navigate perimenopause during a high-profile career, the moment she literally hit the bathroom floor, and why she turned her personal chaos into a

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340. A New Position On Sex

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2025/10/19

In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Kelly Casperson and Dr. Juliana Hauser discuss the themes of holistic sexuality, emphasizing the importance of unlearning societal norms and embracing body acceptance. They explore the journey of self-discovery, the impact of sexual confidence, and the necessity of communication in relationships. The conversation also touches on the consequences of medications like Viagra, the need for more sex therapists, and the misconceptions surrounding female

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339. Getting Better at Sex - Part Two

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2025/10/12

We are back again with Susan Bratton! I’m thrilled to welcome my friend and sex and intimacy expert Susan Bratton back to the podcast for another eye-opening conversation. Susan always brings the real talk, and today we’re going even deeper—literally and figuratively—into the world of sexual wellness.We covered so much in this episode: 💫 Yoni massage—what it is, why it’s powerful, and how it can help women reconnect with their bodies 🧠 The science (and magic) behind orgasmic activation 🔍 Why

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338. Perimenopause with Dr. Hirsch

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2025/10/05

In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Heather Hirsch joins Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the complexities of perimenopause and menopause. They explore the importance of understanding hormonal health, the misconceptions surrounding these transitions, and the need for better education and treatment options for women. The conversation emphasizes the significance of quality of life and the role of hormone therapy in managing symptoms. They also address the challenges in the medical

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337. Author Q&A #2 - The Menopause Moment

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2025/09/28

Another live author Q&A for my newly released 2nd book "The Menopause Moment" - get your copy today!In this episode we talk a lot about mindset and how important it is in midlife - and then I take a bunch of questions about hormones and more! Get your copy now!⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+

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336. Author Q&A #1 - The Menopause Moment

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2025/09/21

The book is out! This was one of two author Q&A's I did with the amazing humans who pre-ordered the book. But there is something in here for everyone. Enjoy the show!Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance. Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care. https://www.joinmidi.com To learn more about GennaMD by Solv Wellness,

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335. Chapter 1 of "The Menopause Moment"

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2025/09/14

Publication date is September 16th!What if everything you've been told about midlife and menopause is wrong?For too long, women have been fed fear and confusion about hormones, aging, and what it means to navigate midlife. The result is a generation of women left guessing about their own bodies, misinformed by outdated science, and held back by myths that serve no one.This book is not here to tell you what to do; it's here to give you the knowledge to decide for yourself because women like you are

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334 - Skin and Hormones

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2025/09/07

Episode 334 of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses her upcoming book tour for 'The Menopause Moment' and dives into the relationship between menopause, hormones, and skin health. She emphasizes the importance of understanding how hormonal changes during menopause affect skin quality and overall health, advocating for the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to mitigate these effects. The conversation highlights the need for better education on the benefits of hormones

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333. Getting Better At Sex - Part One

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2025/08/31

Hey friends—today I’m diving deep into the world of intimacy, libido, and sexual health with none other than Susan Bratton. If you don’t know Susan yet, get ready—she’s a powerhouse in the space of sex education and intimacy coaching. We’re talking practical, unapologetic advice for creating more connected, pleasure-filled relationships—especially in midlife.We covered a lot: 🔥 Why so many women feel disconnected from desire—and what to do about it 🧠 The science behind libido, arousal, and how

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332. Unbreakable - Bones and More with Dr. Wright

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2025/08/24

In Episode 332, I sit down with Dr. Vonda Wright, a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon, to explore the often-overlooked impact of menopause on musculoskeletal health. Together, we uncover the critical role of hormones in maintaining bone and joint health and share practical strategies for managing menopause-related changes.Key Discussion Points: The role of estrogen in bone density and joint health. Common musculoskeletal issues during menopause, including osteoporosis and arthritis

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331. FDA, Hormones for Prevention, Book Tour and More

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2025/08/17

In this episode of You Are Not Broken, Dr. Kelly Casperson recaps the recent FDA event dedicated to women’s health, spotlighting the critical role of hormones like testosterone and estrogen. She shares key insights from expert panels, explains why better education and prescribing practices are urgently needed among physicians, and reveals exciting details about her upcoming book on menopause. Kelly also explores the mental health impact of hormonal changes during perimenopause and offers a preview

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330. Does Your Physician's Gender Matter?

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2025/08/10

This week I’m joined by Dr. Christopher Wallis, a urologist and researcher whose groundbreaking work shows something that might just change the way you think about surgery and medicine: patients are more likely to survive—and thrive—when operated on by a female surgeon and physician.We dive deep into the data, including studies across multiple countries and specialties, and unpack the consistent 5% reduction in 30-day mortality rates when the surgeon is a woman. Dr. Wallis also discusses how

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329. GLP-1s with Dr. Salas-Whalen

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2025/08/03

This week on the You Are Not Broken podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, an expert in obesity medicine who breaks down the real science behind GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Spoiler: they’ve actually been around since 2005 for diabetes, and only now are we waking up to their potential in treating obesity as the complex disease it is—not a failure of willpower. We talk about how COVID changed the national conversation on obesity, shifting it from “personal

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328. Should I take hormones?

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2025/07/27

Episode 328: Should I take hormones?In this episode, I dive deep into the evolving conversation around hormone therapy—where we’ve been, where we are, and where we need to go. If you’ve been confused, scared, or unsure about hormones, this one’s for you. I break down the myths, share the science, and explain why education—not fear—should drive our health decisions. I talk about the crucial difference between vaginal and systemic hormones, the benefits of both, and why so many women are missing

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327. Bladder Matters, Leakage and What To Do

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2025/07/20

Episode 327: Bladder Leakage Is Common, But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Normal — with Dr. Alex RogersI’m joined this week by my brilliant colleague and fellow urologist, Dr. Alex Rogers, for a candid, informative conversation about something way too many people silently struggle with: bladder leakage. We’re two urologists talking all things pee — from stress incontinence to overactive bladder, and everything in between. Whether you’re dealing with a sudden urge to run to the bathroom, leaking when you

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326. Australia, Testosterone, Mast Cells and More

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2025/07/13

326. Australia, Testosterone, Mast Cells and More In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ceri Cashell for a wide-ranging conversation that spans continents and dives deep into women’s health—from hormones to mast cells to medical mindset. Dr. Cashell and I talk about what we’re seeing in clinical practice and what women around the world are still fighting for: access, advocacy, and actual answers. We unpack the critical role of testosterone in women’s health (yes, women have and need testosterone),

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325. Sex, Safety and Embodied Intimacy

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2025/07/06

This week, I sat down with the radiant Whitni Miller, also known as BDEmoves on Instagram, a queer sex educator and pleasure coach who’s changing the game when it comes to how we talk about sex, desire, and embodiment, especially in the queer community.Together, we explored what it really means to be embodied in midlife and why so many of us still struggle to feel sexually safe—not just physically, but emotionally and relationally. Whitni brings a trauma-informed lens to her work, helping people

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324. Perimenopause is Real

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2025/06/29

🎙️ Episode 324: Perimenopause is Real—What You Need to Know with Jackie Piasta, WHNP-BCPerimenopause is real—and often misunderstood. In this episode, I sit down with women’s health nurse practitioner Jackie Piasta to unpack the truth about this critical (and neglected) phase of midlife. If you’ve been told “you’re too young” or “just tough it out,” this conversation will feel like the validation you’ve been missing. Jackie and I dive into what perimenopause really looks like—from migraines and

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323. Sexual Healing After Cancer

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2025/06/22

In this episode, I sit down with Erin Sullivan Wagner for a raw and powerful conversation about something that’s too often ignored—sexual health in the context of cancer. Erin shares her personal experience with anal cancer, and what it was like to navigate the trauma of diagnosis and treatment while also feeling abandoned when it came to intimacy and her sexual well-being.We talk about the gaps in cancer care, especially when it comes to women. Why is it that sexual health is often dismissed or

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