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The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast: Real Talk on Hormones, Work, and Wellness for Midlife

April Haberman and Kim Hart

Welcome to The MiDOViA Menopause Podcast — your go-to source for science-backed, expert-led insights on menopause, perimenopause, and midlife wellness.We cover everything from hormone therapy to hot flashes, brain fog to bone health, workplace policies to personal empowerment. Whether you"re navigating menopause yourself or supporting others, this podcast offers practical tools, real talk, and trusted guidance.Brought to you by MiDOViA, the first and only U.S. organization offering

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Episode 043: Strong Women Live Better: Why Strength...

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2025/08/09

Strength training isn't just about looking good—it's about living well for longer. Linda Goos discovered this truth decades ago when she began her first strength program at age 17, experiencing mental benefits that far outweighed the physical ones. After 20 years in marketing at Microsoft, she returned to her passion with a crucial mission: helping women in midlife build and maintain strength to preserve their independence and vitality. Linda founded Studio Bloom with a clear understanding o...

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Episode 042: Millennial Menopause Revolution: What...

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2025/06/19

Menopause isn't just your mother's journey anymore. Today's conversation with Lauren Tenenbaum, author of the upcoming book "Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period," challenges everything you thought you knew about this life transition. Did you know perimenopause symptoms can start in your 30s? Despite being well-read and passionate about women's health, Lauren found herself at 39 realizing she knew nothing about the next phase of her reproductiv...

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Episode 041: Mental Health in Menopause

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2025/05/16

How do hormonal changes during menopause affect your mental health? This question has remained largely unaddressed in conventional healthcare, leaving countless women struggling to understand why they suddenly feel like strangers in their own minds and bodies. Psychotherapist Kim Crispeno joins us to shed light on this critical intersection. As co-founder of the Aftermath Agency, Kim's approach to mental health during menopause emerged from her own personal journey and professional expertise...

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Episode 040: You Are Already Good: Reframing Body...

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2025/05/07

What if the journey through menopause offered not just physical challenges, but a profound opportunity to heal your relationship with your body? In this illuminating conversation with Trisha Wilkerson, certified health and nutrition coach and trauma-sensitive yoga teacher, we explore how midlife becomes a crucial crossroads in women's relationships with themselves. Trisha shares her personal evolution from disordered eating to becoming a compassionate guide for women struggling with food and...

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Episode 039: Women in Work: Empowering Female Leaders...

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2025/04/25

Melissa Ashley, founder of Women in Work US and the Menopause Mandate, joins us for a compelling conversation about workplace support through every stage of women's lives, especially menopause. She shares her journey of recognizing that while companies focus on reproductive health, they often neglect supporting women through menopause, despite this demographic making up approximately 20% of the US workforce. "There's not a lot that's really targeted to C-suite executives in the HR and benefi...

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Episode 038: GLP-1s: Myths, Truths, and Menopause

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2025/03/26

Weight gain during menopause frustrates countless women—but what if there was a science-backed solution that addressed the underlying hormonal shifts? Michelle Cardel, Chief Nutrition Officer at Weight Watchers, takes us on an eye-opening journey through the world of GLP-1 medications, debunking myths and revealing surprising truths along the way. Originally developed for diabetes management, these medications have revolutionized weight management by targeting the biological drivers of hunge...

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Episode 037: HotPause Health is creating the "Baby...

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2025/03/18

The modern menopause experience doesn't have to be shrouded in confusion, isolation, and suffering. Melissa Oliveira and Stacey Ulacia co-founders of HotPause Health, are on a mission to transform how women navigate this significant life transition by creating what they call "the Baby Center of menopause.” Born from their own frustrating perimenopause journeys during the pandemic, HotPause Health launched in August 2024 to fill a critical gap in women's healthcare. They identified ...

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Episode 036: Navigating Menopause in the Workplace

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2025/02/27

Menopause is not just a personal journey for women; it profoundly shapes their professional lives too. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mache, a distinguished expert in women's health, as he uncovers the transformational effects of menopause in the workplace. We delve into how menopause can affect productivity and organizational dynamics, with statistics revealing that nearly 10% of women may leave their jobs due to its symptoms. Dr. Mache emphasizes that menopause starts earlier than m...

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Episode 035: Legal Advances Reshaping Women's...

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2025/01/15

This episode centers on workplace advocacy for women's health rights, particularly around pregnancy and menopause. Legal experts Jack Tuckner and Catherine Crider discuss recent legislative changes and the importance of creating supportive environments for women experiencing these life stages.• Discussion on the history of pregnancy discrimination law • Overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act • Introduction to the Menopause Workers Fairness Act • Importance of workplace culture and comm...

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Episode034: Navigating Menopause: Empowerment, Health...

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2025/01/05

This episode emphasizes the long-term health risks associated with menopause and encourages women to take proactive measures for their well-being. Dr. Cat offers valuable insights on nutrition, exercise, and the importance of understanding one’s body, all while advocating for a cultural shift in how we discuss women's health issues.• Discussion of the lack of long-term health education regarding menopause • Importance of understanding menopause's impact on bone health and cardiovascular risks...

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Episode 033: The Power of Culture: Transforming...

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2024/12/18

What if the very culture you're immersed in is shaping your organization's success more than any strategy or business plan? Join us as we unpack this intriguing notion with Laura Hamill, an eminent organizational psychologist and author of "The Power of Culture." Drawing upon her extensive experience at Microsoft and as a founder of a thriving software company, Laura helps us explore the invisible yet powerful force of workplace culture. We dissect the nuanced difference between culture and c...

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Episode 032: Mental Health & Menopause

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2024/11/06

Curious about how menopause impacts mental health? Carolyn Thayer, a seasoned leader in mental health and wellness, joins us to shed light on the complex interplay between menopause and emotional well-being. Carolyn shares her expertise on how hormonal shifts influence neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, leading to heightened anxiety and depression risks. We challenge the idea that menopause is merely a physical transformation, advocating for supportive environments that foster ope...

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Unlocking Wellness with Functional Health Insights

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2024/10/18

Ever wonder if the secret to a healthier and more balanced life lies in understanding your own body better? Join us as we engage with Shay Pascale, a certified nutrition and functional diagnostic coach, who took a bold leap from a tech career into the realm of health and wellness. Through sharing her own challenges with conventional dieting and health issues, Shay unveils the transformative power of functional nutrition and lab testing. Discover how she helps women navigate midlife transition...

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Episode 030: Navigating Bone Health Through Menopause

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2024/10/01

Uncover the secrets to maintaining robust bone health during menopause with Claire Gill, the CEO of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation. Hear Claire’s personal journey and professional insights into the dynamic nature of bone tissue and the significant drop in bone density that occurs during menopause. She shares invaluable strategies for preventing and managing bone density loss, ensuring you can navigate midlife with strength and confidence.Dive deep into the critical role of estrog...

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From Hollywood to Health: Unveiling The (M) Factor Film

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2024/09/24

Ever wondered how menopause impacts more than just physical health? In this episode, age enthusiast, community health advocate, and media pioneer Denise Pines shares her incredible journey from the entertainment world to becoming a leading voice in menopause awareness. Denise recounts her transformation after experiencing hot flashes while serving as vice president of the medical board of California, leading her to co-create Tea Botanics and empower women through menopause-focused teas. Her m...

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Episode 028: The Future of Women’s Health and Menopause

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2024/09/21

What if you could revolutionize an entire industry with just one bold move? Meet Rachel Braun-Scherl, the pioneer who turned a capitalistic chance into a groundbreaking venture in women’s sexual and reproductive health. Rachel shares her fascinating story of coining the term "Vagipreneur" and leading the charge in creating a new category focused on women's wellness. Tune in to hear how her journey began not from personal experience, but from seizing an opportunity to solve long-standing issue...

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Episode 027: Transforming Menopause Through Mindfulness

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2024/09/14

Can finding stillness amidst life's chaos truly transform your experience of menopause? Today's episode of the MiDOViA Menopause Podcast promises to reveal exactly how mindfulness can empower you during this significant phase of life. We're joined by Denise Pyles, an inspiring micro-mindfulness coach with a captivating past as a former nun. Denise shares her fascinating journey from nonprofit work to the corporate world, and how she fused her experiences to help others navigate midlife challe...

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Episode 026: Empowering Women in Sports Leadership

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2024/09/11

What if women led the sports world? Find out in our inspiring conversation with Jenn Nelson, the dynamic founder and CEO of We Belong Everywhere. Jenn takes us through her incredible journey from youth sports coach to fearless advocate for women's representation in sports leadership. We discuss the powerful mission behind her nonprofit organization and the critical need for women in decision-making roles to reshape the sports industry. Jenn shares personal insights into the barriers women fac...

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Episode 025: Pioneering Femtech and Bridging Gaps in...

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2024/08/26

What if the future of women's health lay in the hands of innovative technology? Join us for a groundbreaking discussion with Dr. Brittany Barreto, a visionary in the Femtech industry, who transitioned from a geneticist to a pioneering entrepreneur. Discover her compelling journey and how glaring gaps in women's healthcare inspired her to advocate for Femtech, addressing everything from reproductive health to chronic conditions like migraines and heart issues.Throughout the episode, we delve i...

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Episode 024: Sex, Hormones & Midlife Health

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2024/08/16

Unlock the truth about hormones and women's health with our enlightening episode featuring Dr. Kelly Casperson, a distinguished urologist turned women's sexual health advocate. Have you ever wondered why testosterone is crucial for women too? Dr. Casperson unpacks common misconceptions about hormones, revealing their significant roles in brain, bone, and muscle health for both genders. Her journey from treating kidney stones and bladder cancer to becoming a key player in women's midlife well-...

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