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Menopause from a transgender perspective
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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FemTech Future with Maaike Steinebach
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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Menopause and Neurodiversity with Noelle Sinclair
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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Hormonal changes and mental wellbeing
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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Menopause Allyship in China
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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The World’s First Menopause Simulator – MenoVest Comes to Asia Pacific
Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
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Midlife Empowerment with Elaine Champion
Today’s conversation is with the wonderful Elaine Champion, executive and empowerment coach, and Founder of @Elaine-Champion.com. Elaine describes herself as an ex-corporate girl turned entrepreneur! I’m a coach, facilitator, mum and mentor who specialises in helping women play to their full potential. Elaine says, “as women we are so harsh on ourselves that the perspective […]
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Money Management in Midlife with Eleanor Coleman
This episode is all about feeling more in control on both of what you want to invest in, but also what you’ve already invested in. Eleanor Coleman, St Jame’s Place talks frankly about the stigma attached to money and why it is ok for woman to ask for help with money management. She says, “the […]
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Sexual Health with Jenny Fielding
Today’s episode is with expert women’s health physiotherapist, Jenny Fielding. We talk about a very taboo topic, sex and sexual health, the pain that women may experience during sex, what lubrication is best for you and how to choose a lubrication so that you don’t have to suffer with vaginal dryness. Jenny explains why it’s […]
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Nutrition and lifestyle tips for a good night's sleep
Poor sleep is one of the most common complaints of women during perimenopause and menopause. A 2015, survey conducted by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), found that sleep problems increased significantly for women aged 40-59 years, who were experiencing perimenopause. The key data from the survey showed: 56% of women slept less […]
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TCM vs HRT with Master Ruth Lee and Rebecca Lau
Our knowledge and understanding of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has grown in recent years and thankfully women are now more informed about the benefits and risks. However some women still have reservations and would like to know about alternatives therapies to support their transition. Today, Lisa chats with Master Ruth Lee, a Traditional Chinese Medicine […]
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How can nutrition support your midlife health destination?
Each of us has a unique health destination. This can range from reducing cholesterol, improving our waistline to getting a better nights sleep. Nutrition and how we nourish our bodies plays a key role in reaching all of these goals. Today, Lisa explains why investing in how you eat can positively impact your health in […]
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Podiatry in Menopause with Alex Duff
Alexandra is a UK trained Podiatrist who arrived in Hong Kong in 2007. She has a been practicing Podiatry for almost 30 years and has had an accomplished career in all facets of Podiatric Medicine which include Clinical Tutor for the undergraduate Podiatry degree for University of Sunderland, Chief Podiatrist in a NHS Hospital Trust […]
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Carbohydrates to Optimise Your Midlife Diet
The poor carbohydrate always has a bad reputation for many reasons however carbohydrate is an umbrella term for many different types of foods. In this episode I talk you through the types of carbohydrates, their benefits to health in midlife and how you can include nutritious carbs into each meal with confidence. Over on The […]
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Osteoporosis in Midlife with Judith Gould
Judith Gould is Director of Posture Plus and Senior Physiotherapist. Judith graduated from the University of Queensland in 1987. After working in hospitals and private practices around Australia and Saudi Arabia, she arrived in Hong Kong in 1994. Judith completed her Pilates rehabilitation training in 1996 and a Master’s degree in 2001 which examined 3-D […]
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Gut Health in Menopause
The overwhelm of nutrition and how you eat can often seem unachievable. In this episode UK Registered Nutritionist, and our host Lisa Tarquini, talks about changes in the gut in midlife and how to manage these changes. Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or […]
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Training Women in Midlife with David Markham
David Markham, manager of the Hybrid Gym and his team are committed to furthering their education in women’s health in order to provide personalised personal training. This conversation was both insightful and refreshing bringing attention to the importance of strength training for women, health over diet culture and the sense of community in a gym […]
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Nutrition Basics – How to get started
The overwhelm of nutrition and how you eat can often seem unachievable. In this episode UK Registered Nutritionist, and our host Lisa Tarquini, explains the first steps of getting started and how to simply achieve your nutrition goals. Over on The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself […]
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How I Managed Menopause At Work with Nikki Davies
Our guest today went through a medically induced menopause for the first time in her twenties. She then experienced a second medically induced menopause after having her two children. She also happens to hold a senior leadership position at a leading global insurer. Today Nikki Davies– head of DE&I at Prudential shares her unique experiences […]
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Pelvic Discomfort and Incontinence with Kym Toller, Women's Health Physiotherapist
One of the challenges in opening the conversation around menopause is the deeply intimate nature of some of the problems women experience at this stage of life. Bladder and bowel issues, sexual dysfunction and pelvic organ prolapse are just some of the symptoms that can present themselves during this transition. But you don’t have to […]
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Stress and anxiety strategies for the Menopause transition with Kathryn Gale
Menopause affects everyone. No matter what stage of life you are at, the chances are you know someone experiencing menopause or perimenopause right now. While menopause is a natural stage of life, hormonal fluctuations can lead to irritability, mood swings, anxiety and even depression. So this week on the menopause space we’re talking about how […]
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Navigating Change for a Positive Menopause Transition with Andrea Prince
Navigating change can be difficult in any phase of life. Menopause by definition is a huge physical and emotional shift in every woman’s life. Executive coach and HR leader Andrea Prince of Clarity Coaching Lab speaks to Lisa about providing a safe space for people to reach their goals and aspirations. Why you shouldn’t just […]
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Managing Menopause Health Risks with Dr. Sarah Borwein
Did you know 47 million people reach the age of menopause each year? The decline of estrogen in our bodies comes with debilitating symptoms, as well as numerous health risks to the heart, bones, and brain. While treatments exist to offset these risks, fear and misinformation have skewed perceptions of what can be life-saving treatments. […]
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Menopause in the Workplace with Kate Wood
Menopause has a disruptive impact on work. According to a recent study by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, that number is as high as 60 percent for respondents. Shockingly, one-third of them had to take sick leave to cope with their symptoms. It’s evident that menopause is a significant and disruptive career event, […]
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Lift Weights & Ignore The Scales: Why You Should Use Exercise to Manage Menopause Symptoms with Gill and Georgia from Joint Dynamics
Why is strength training so important during life, but particularly during peri and post-menopause? Georgia Cutt, Exercise Physiologist, and Gill Welgemoed, Pilates Instructor, from Joint Dynamics, discuss why and how you should incorporate exercise to manage symptoms. At The Menopause Space, you can find all the tools, resources and training to support yourself or others […]
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Maintaining Sex and Intimacy During Menopause with Viv Kan
While some aspects of menopause are starting to be discussed, there is still a taboo around the changes that impact our enjoyment of sex during menopause. Stress, low libido, mood swings, and vaginal dryness, can all inhibit our desire for intimacy with a partner. But it doesn’t have to be this way. This week on […]
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Busting Menopause Myths with Dr Rebecca Lau
What we know about menopause often comes from the media, like seeing comical hot flushes on TV or debates on topics like Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). We are on a mission to share new, relevant and evidence-based information so that those experiencing symptoms can get the help they need. Host Lisa Tarquini speaks to Hong […]
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Closing the Menopause Gap with Fiona Nott, CEO of The Women's Foundation
As women over 50 become the fastest growing group in the workforce, it’s crucial to address the challenges they face during the menopause transition. Research shows that nearly two-thirds of women experiencing menopause symptoms feel less able to concentrate, and more than half experience increased stress. Fiona Nott, CEO of The Women’s Foundation joins host […]
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Cholesterol, SPF and fighting inflammation: Liz's 2025 highlights
Liz reflects on the conversations that have stayed with her throughout 2025 – and shares her own thoughts on the topics that hit a nerve with listeners. She revisits why we’ve been getting SPF advice wrong, the nuanced truth about cholesterol that goes beyond ‘good’ and ‘bad’, and why your gums might be more important to […]
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Ep 374: The Blood Work Every Woman Should Ask For In Perimenopause
If you’ve been told your bloodwork is “normal” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, anxious, or stuck in your weight… this episode will be a game changer. In Episode 374 of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we break down the exact blood chemistry markers women in perimenopause should request, why they matter, and what they […]
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Thursday Thoughts – Enthusiasm
On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about one of my favourite topics…enthusiasm! Enthusiasm is one of the highest vibration emotions there is; and if we’re not feeling enthusiastic about anything in our life, that’s a sign that something needs to change. But just like joy and gratitude, enthusiasm is something that we […]
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The Fasting Doctor: 5 Science-Backed Tools to Support Your Brain in Menopause
Menopause doesn’t just change your body. It changes how you think, how you feel, and how you see yourself. For so many women, that shift shows up as brain fog, exhaustion, lost motivation, or a quiet fear that something is “wrong,” even when nothing is. In this episode, Tamsen is joined by Dr. Mindy Pelz, […]
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Marlo Thomas Talks Hope, Healing, and St. Jude
At this time of year, we could think of no better guest to join us than Marlo Thomas. Marlo is an actress, producer, author and perhaps, she is best know as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Founded in 1962 by her Dad, Danny Thomas, St. Jude continues to be on […]
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Aflevering 55 ~ Kerst zonder gezin: rouw, schuld en groei na de scheiding
Kerst is het feest van samenzijn, zeggen we. Van warmte, gezelligheid en familie. Maar als je gezin ooit is uiteengevallen – door scheiding, sterfte, conflict of verbroken banden – wordt juist in deze dagen pijnlijk zichtbaar wat er níét meer is. In deze kerstaflevering praat Suzanne Rethans met Eva Tjooitink, eigenaar van Mindgrow Coaching & […]
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Episode 197 – Reflections, Laughter & Gratitude: Our Christmas Eve Special
This Christmas Eve, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our usual expert interview, today I’m bringing you some of our Menopause and Cancer team — the powerhouses of women behind the clinic, workshops, research, retreats, fundraising, and support you receive throughout the year. It’s a warm, honest, hopeful conversation about what it really […]
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Leaving Her Dream Job for Menopause Advocacy: Tamsen Fadal on HRT & Purpose After 50
What happens when a news anchor loses her words on live television and discovers it’s not stress, but menopause? Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to share why she walked away from her dream job in pursuit of changing the conversation around women’s health, the powerful story behind her New York […]
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Ep. 507: The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving – Faith, Joy, and the Strawberry
I’m sharing my favorite Pema Chodron parable and the truth about why faith and worry are the same thing—but only one gets you what you want. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/507
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#151: Why do I Keep Doing this with Kati Morton
Let’s talk about the patterns we know aren’t helping… but keep falling back into anyway. People-pleasing. Perfectionism. Overfunctioning. Ever wondered why you keep doing the things you don’t want to do? This week, I’m joined by the incredible Kati Morton — licensed therapist, bestselling author, and one of the very first mental health professionals to […]
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Why I Don't Believe Losing Just 1 lb a Week Is The Best Approach For Women In Their 50s
For years, women in their 50s have been told that losing one pound a week is the “smart” and “sustainable” way to lose weight. I believed that too until I started seeing what actually happens in real life. I explain why slow fat loss often kills momentum, how easy it is to unintentionally erase a […]
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Ep 373: The HTMA Test Explained — The Mineral Blueprint Your Body Has Been Begging For In Perimenopause
If you’ve been struggling with low energy, poor sleep, anxiety, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling exhausted for no reason, this episode is about to blow your mind. In today’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we’re unpacking the HTMA Test (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) — one of the most underutilized but powerful tools for […]
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Is it safe to stack supplements? – with Liz Earle
Creatine, collagen, vitamins, greens powders and magnesium – can you really mix them all together, or are you doing more harm than good? Liz tackles your most pressing wellbeing concerns, from supplement stacking to winter SPF myths, essential midlife health scans and HPV. In this episode: Can you mix supplements together? Red light therapy for […]
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Take My Advice! Getting Through Christmas With Menopause
Does Christmas feel overwhelming instead of joyful during menopause? In this festive solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter talks honestly about why Christmas can feel especially hard during perimenopause and menopause. We're breaking down how you can protect your energy, mood, and wellbeing during the most pressured time of year. From navigating family dynamics and emotional […]
The Menopause Space
The Menopause Space is a weekly, discussion-based podcast which provides a toolkit for the community to better understand the issues surrounding perimenopause and menopause. Our goal is to break down the taboos surrounding menopause in Hong Kong, with expert advice and insight from some of the territory’s leading experts on the topic. Through a series […]