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This week on Menopause Uprising, we’re diving into what happens after perimenopause. While there’s a lot of conversation around perimenopause right now, it’s just as important to understand what to expect in post-menopause. I’d love for you to have a listen and let me know what you think! ****Helpful links **** To purchase my best-selling book, ‘All You […]
This week on the Menopause Uprising Podcast, we’re joined by the inspiring Amanda Delaney. Amanda shares her powerful story of attending the Menopause Success Summit, where she realized that her struggles weren’t “all in her head” and began her journey to find real solutions for her symptoms. With over 20 years of experience, Amanda is a […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Dr Mandy Leonhardt discussing her new book, ‘What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Skin and Hair.’ Our skin and hair greatly impact our confidence and well-being. Women often feel pressure to have flawless skin and thick hair, but both respond to hormonal changes throughout life. […]
Today on Menopause Uprisng Podcast my guest is Hannah Daly. this episode I’m chatting early perimenopause with Hannah Daly. Hannah was recently featured in the RTE documentary Lost for Words. She is an Occupational Therapist and author and she opens up about her early perimenopause journey starting at the age of 37. Hannah is multiply neurodivergent (dyslexic, […]
My guest this week on Menopause Uprising is, Dearbhaile O’Hare. Dearbhaile is a survivor of breast cancer and has written a book telling her story. Things Went T*Ts Up is written and illustrated from the hearts of two breast cancer thrivers – Dearbhaile O’Hare and Jess Pierce. The goal of the book is to bring […]
In this episode of the Menopause Uprising Podcast, we dive into the critical topic of dementia, exploring the risk factors, and the latest strategies for prevention and management. Whether you’re caring for a loved one, concerned about your own cognitive health, or just want to stay informed, this episode offers practical advice and the latest […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast I am talking to the lovely Liz Valloor. Liz is an Author, Radio Presenter, Parenting Coach and much more! We had an honest chat about her menopause, how she moved through it and the different challenges we can all face through this period in our lives. Liz is an […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast I am talking to Deirdre Culbert. Deirdre is a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor. We talk about anxiety in Menopause and proven strategies that will help. Deirdre will be one of the speakers at the 5th Menopause Success Summit! To learn more click HERE To learn more about Deirdre click […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast I am talking to my lovely friend, Diane Danzebrink. We talk about Bridgerton, Testosterone & Libido. Enjoy! Diane’s new book, Making Menopause Matter: The Essential Guide to What You Need to Know and Why can be bought HERE To learn more about Diane click HERE ****Helpful links **** To […]
Welcome back to season four of Menopause Uprising Podcast. Today our first guest is Clare Baumhauer. In 2016, Clare was diagnosed with Lichen Sclerosus and stage 3 Vulval Cancer after being misdiagnosed for 38 years. With no prior knowledge of either condition, she became determined to raise awareness and advocate for better healthcare responses. Following […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Kathleen King. Did you know 1 in 9 women in Ireland have endometriosis and currently it takes 9 years to be diagnosed? Kathleen is a well-known advocate for endometriosis, having lived with the condition herself. With over 25 years of experience as a volunteer, she has made significant […]
Today on The Menopause Uprising Podcast I am joined by my fellow menopause advocate, Lorraine Keane. Lorraine was the first Irish Public Figure to openly discuss her perimenopause story in 2016 and has continued to fuel the conversation hosting her Let’s Talk Hormone Health podcast and regional events. Lorraine is an IFTA-nominated broadcaster and journalist and […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Mandy La Combre. We talk about Brain Fog in the workplace and the much-needed support that is still required. Mandy is the Senior Industrial Relations Officer with the Financial Services Union. The Financial Services Union is the leading Trade Union representing staff in the Financial Services, Fintech and Tech […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast I am talking to Dr. Mandy Leonhardt. Dr Mandy is a dedicated General Practitioner in Hampshire, passionate about women’s health, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Specializing in premenstrual disorders like PMS/PMDD and menopause. To learn more about Dr Mandy click HERE Dr Mandy is a Co-author of The Complete Guide to […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Brian Samson, head of Health Promotion at ESB. We are talking about sleep and menopause and how it can affect our lives. We delve into the fascinating world of sleep science. In this episode, we unravel the mysteries of sleep, exploring its importance, mechanisms, and practical tips […]
This week on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Amanda Thebe! Amanda is a Fitness and Women’s Health Expert and author of the best-selling book “Menopocalypse,” boasts nearly 30 years of industry experience. Amanda is also Canada’s first menopause workplace educator, normalising conversations around menopause and supporting female employees. You can find out more about […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we talk to Tate Smith. Tate is an award-winning trans activist, consultant, and speaker, passionate about trans male visibility, educating others and debunking common myths surrounding trans people. Today we are talking about the effects of testosterone, workplace acceptance, and trans-male menopause. To learn more about Tate click HERE […]
In today’s episode of Menopause Uprising, I am thrilled to have Kate Rowe-Ham join me as my guest. Kate is not only a personal trainer but also the visionary behind Owning Your Menopause, an empowering online community designed to guide women through the journey of midlife with confidence and positivity. Through her work, Kate emphasizes […]
This week on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Minister Roderic O’Gorman. Minister Roderic O’Gorman has told leading menopause consultant Catherine O’Keeffe that the government has commissioned research to look at how best to support people in the workplace with menopausal symptoms. The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth of Ireland was a guest on ‘The Menopause […]
Welcome back to season 3 of the Menopause Uprising Podcast. My guest today is Vikram Talaulikar. We talk about Menopause after cancer, we cover the lifestyle and medical options. Vickram is a certified ‘menopause specialist’ by the British Menopause Society. He has published widely in the area of reproductive medicine. His research focuses around events […]
Welcome back to the last episode of season 2 of the Menopause Uprising podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing crucial lifestyle changes for navigating menopause. The three topics I cover are: Gut Health and Menu When and How We Eat And Movement The reality is small lifestyle changes can improve your menopausal experience. Have a […]
On the Menopause Uprising Podcast today, It’s a solo episode! I am talking about my personal journey over the last year and the three small changes I made that dramatically improved my health and can improve yours too! ****Helpful links **** To purchase my best-selling book, ‘All You Need to Know About Menopause,’ click HERE […]
Today on the Menopause Uprising Podcast we have Dr. Harriët Schellekens talking about all things gut health in menopause and it’s not as complicated as you think! Dr. Harriët Schellekens is a Lecturer in the Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience and a Principal Investigator with Food for Health Ireland (FHI) and within the APC Microbiome Institute. […]
Anxiety, depression, loss of confidence, brain fog, weight gain, pelvic health are just some of the many symptoms of perimenopause. On your own journey, the starting point is essential – that starts with your GP. This week’s on The Menopause Uprising Podcast is with Dr Deirdre Forde, who is based in Ceile Medical Centre Athlone […]
Today you are in for a treat on the Menopause Uprising Podcast! I have my good friend, Aoife Dunican known as “The Style Bob” on Instagram. Aoife set up her styling business in August 2020 having spent nearly 15 years working in marketing including a great stint in the people department for a global professional […]
Welcome back to another episode of ‘Menopause Uprising’ with me, Catherine O’Keeffe. Menopause in the workplace. It is, pardon the pun, a really hot topic in Ireland at the moment. It actually is the world over. Ireland is certainly leading the conversation, which is brilliant. And I have been really privileged to work with one […]
Welcome back to the Menopause Uprising Podcast. Sleep is crucial for us but sometimes due to menopause, it can suffer. This week on the podcast we have Tom Coleman talking about all things sleep and menopause. Tom is a passionate advocate for health and helps people transform their lives and their sleep through proven evidence-based […]
Welcome back to season 2, episode 3 of the Menopause Uprising Podcast. My guest this week is Orlaith Carmody. Orlaith is the Principal Advisor for Age Friendly Ireland’s Business Recognition Programme, is a seasoned business and executive coach, as well as a highly regarded consultant. She is widely recognized for her expertise as an advisor, […]
This week I am talking to Moira Geary. Moria is the leading light and mentor for a new emerging wave of Freedom Seekers. The author of Wake Up and Change Your Life, the creator of the online Wealthy Minds program and the flagship certification program Quantum Thinking Technologies. Moira has worked with thousands of people […]
Welcome back to Season Two of Menopause Uprising. Today we are talking to the Founder and inspiration behind LWF Physiotherapy, Laura Ward. Laura graduated from Brunel University in 2006 and after working extensively in MSK Physiotherapy, she decided to upskill and transition to become one of only a handful of Full-time Specialist Women’s Health and Pelvic […]
Chatting with Caoimhe on all things menopause from HRT, yes even the shortages, what you need to know about testosterone and much more. Watch out for my loaded question to Caoimhe which had us both laughing. Dr. Caoimhe Hartley “I believe that we need to invest in ourselves and stop feeling ashamed of reaching out […]
Melanie Crowley, head of the biggest employment practice in Ireland- Mason Hayes & Curran – chats with me all about menopause at work. What Melanie is currently seeing on a daily basis in Ireland and the changing trends and the great resignation When or is menopause a disability? Case law in Ireland re menopause Where […]
Ellie Balfe, founder of HeyDay and Catherine chat about the ups and downs of perimenopause and what they have found to help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When I stared studying and researching menopause years ago I was struck by the many forms of early menopause and by Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) in particular. At the time I struggled to find any information in Ireland and luckily I came upon the Daisy Network – a UK based charity. I reached out to […]
Leaky bladder, sneeze and you lose it 🙁 A very common symptom of menopause and an aspect that really needs move awareness. Chatting today with Suzanne O’Sullivan, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and subspecialist in Urogynaecology for almost 20 years, based in Cork University Maternity Hospital. She is past president of the Continence Foundation of Ireland […]
Aisling Larkin, TV Chef, food writer, joins me today to chat all things food and given it’s January it’s a good time to remember food is powerful all year round not just now Aisling Larkin (MB-Eat, M.Sc, B.Ed ) is a top mindful eating coach, wellness advocate, founder of eatingmindfully,ie and resident TV chef on the […]
Chatting with CEO of the Irish Coeliac Society Gill Brennan – this is a great insight in understanding coeliac disease and how it can manifest on our bodies in the menopause years. Website – www.coeliac.ie Email – info@coeliac.ie Tel – 01 872 1471 Information booklets – https://coeliac.ie/healthcare-professionals/information-booklets/ Code for WELLNESS25 valid until 23rd December. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy […]
Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms of menopause and can be a real struggle for many, today I am chatting with Alice O Brien, a clinical nurse specialist in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She works for the HSE and in private practice. Alice has 25 years experience working in mental health and completed her Mse […]
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How past trauma can resurface during menopause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Menopausal hormones and there similarity to whitewater rafting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Most of us know alcohol isn’t ideal for our health. But the specific ways it affects the brain, gut, hormones and our sleep, and why those effects become more pronounced as we age, are less well understood. Leading psychiatrist and neuropsychopharmacologist Prof David Nutt joins Liz to explain exactly what happens in the body from the […]
Arthur C. Brooks is a happiness expert, Harvard University professor, and best-selling author. You live a good life, but you still feel unhappy. You put yourself out there, but every relationship seems to fail. You have your dream job, but something feels off. What is going on? In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, Arthur […]
No one tells you that the real shift in midlife isn’t just physical… It’s personal. In this conversation, we’re unpacking something that doesn’t get talked about enough, how so many of us have been taught to override our needs, push through, and take care of everyone else… until our body finally says “I can’t keep […]
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by mental health nurses Jayne and Diane to discuss the often overlooked role of hormones in women’s mental health. Drawing on their experience working in mental health services, they share how hormonal changes are rarely considered when women present with symptoms such as anxiety, depression or mood […]
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next. Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side. In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next. Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side. In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on […]
What’s been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and what’s making you not so happy? Fearne’s here with more chat about what’s putting her and the Happy Place team in a good mood, and what’s feeling a bit rubbish …and Fearne has really really been feeling rubbish this week… This […]
Preventing Dementia: Estrogen? Testosterone? Prevogen™?On November 10, 2025, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Marty Markary, along with the head of the FDA, RFK Jr, announced that hormone therapy would “reduce Alzheimer’s by 35%.” Where does that statistic come from? And should all women take hormone therapy to stave off dementia later in life? In […]
JoBeth Williams returns to HFCT! We are thrilled to continue our conversation with actress and producer JoBeth Williams. JoBeth is busier than ever with the movie, Not Without Hope, and producing the recent Actor Awards. She also shares more great stories from her past movies including Kramer vs. Kramer. Her most exciting new position is […]
In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver continues her conversation with Dr. Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist and associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Mosconi directs the Alzheimer’s Prevention Program, including the NIH-funded Women’s Brain Initiative and the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic, and was recently […]
In this eagerly anticipated return to the podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back skincare innovator, Debbi Barber, to share her experience treating our menopausal skin and give us her best tips to looking great, no matter your age. Their last conversation became one of the top three most downloaded episodes of last year, and this […]
In this episode, I’m taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system — and this is where things really begin to shift. We’ve already explored awareness and regulation, but if you’ve ever felt like you’re still getting pulled into stress again and again… this is the missing piece. Today, I’m talking about […]
In this episode, I’m taking you into the third step of regulating your nervous system — and this is where things really begin to shift. We’ve already explored awareness and regulation, but if you’ve ever felt like you’re still getting pulled into stress again and again… this is the missing piece. Today, I’m talking about […]
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by consultant psychiatrist Dr Gareth Jarvis to explore the important, and often overlooked, connection between hormones and mental health. Louise and Gareth discuss how hormonal changes can often contribute to depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and severe mental illnesses. They also explore why psychiatrists are rarely trained to consider hormones […]
If you have ever lost a friend and felt like you weren’t allowed to grieve it, this episode is for you. In this deeply personal solo episode, Tamsen opens up about one of the most painful experiences women carry quietly: the friendship breakup. Whether it ended with a blowup, a slow fade, or a silence […]
If sleep hygiene and all the “sleep tips” aren’t working for you… this is why. This is the final episode in our sleep miniseries, and I really wanted to bring everything together in a way that actually makes sense for your body. Because so many women are stuck thinking they just need more discipline, a […]
This episode is a MUST listen. Mel calls it one of the most important conversations she has ever had on The Mel Robbins Podcast. Most women don’t know this, and this information could save the life of a woman you love. If you are thinking you’re “fine,” while quietly suffering through symptoms that are treatable, […]
How do you cope when you’re going through a really rough time? Broadcaster Ruth Langsford has needed a balance of big cries, therapy, and just choosing to dust herself off and get to work. In this chat with Fearne, Ruth talks through the ways counselling and female friendships are moving her through the grief of […]
After nearly 40 years researching health, beauty and wellness, Liz has learned that looking well and looking young are two very different things – and that the most powerful beauty advice she ever received had nothing to do with what you put on your skin. Plus: why period pains can get worse in midlife, […]
Can weight loss injections help with menopause weight gain?In this week’s episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by menopause specialist Dr Kari Nightingale to unpack one of the biggest topics in women’s health right now: GLP-1 weight loss medications. They discuss why weight can become so much harder to manage in perimenopause and menopause, how […]
The Wellness Warrior Podcast with Catherine O’Keeffe discussion on menopause and life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
