Shape shifting, 'Rona boobies and US Elections during a global pandemic

Menopause Whilst Black

November 6, 2020 ∙ 60 mins
Episode 3

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Oh just two black women in their fifties talking about menopause. No biggie! A lil' swerve. Fashion Creative Karen Arthur chats with Omishade Burney-Scott founder of The Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause and social activist about Fire signs, moving out of debt, late motherhood and the onset of Peri-menopause. We talk about her elders and their kitchen conversations, raising politically aware sons during the USA election race and Covid concerns. We also cover dating as an older woman and I learned what a 'charley horse' is the hard way! We hope you find something that resonates. Remember to consult a qualified health professional before trying any of the steps mentioned within this episode. Opinions are speaker own. Thank you for listening. Linkage and references: Omi’s website Black girls guide to surviving menopause Instagram @blackgirlsguidetomenopause @oshunsweetandsour Podcast Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause on all platforms. Edited by: me. Artwork: Kareem Arthur. Music: Garden State by Audiobinger  Follow @Menopausewhilstblack here or on Instagram and dance to our playlist featuring lovely guests favourite tunes on Spotify. Email thekarenarthur@mail.com but not if you can't be nice. Finally, please subscribe, rate and review over on iTunes so that we can reach the people who need to hear us. Be gentle with yourself, won't you? x

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Menopause Whilst Black

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3

Date

November 6, 2020

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60 mins
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    In conversation with … Housing Professional, Empowerment Coach, Beauty, Style and Lifestyle Blogger Sonia Greyson-Newman.  We talk about finding out about peri-menopause symptoms by accident, aiding her slow long covid recovery and how she truly looks after herself inside and out. Links: Visit Website www.soniagreysonnewman.com  for your Free goal setting workbook. Instagram @soniagreysonnewman  Skating @Kadijaskates […]

  • I've Worked Really Hard To Get This Confidence! I'm Going To Own That!

    In conversation with … Olympian, Life Coach, Mentor, Trainer, Mum and Wife, Michelle Griffith-Robinson. Ambassador for DiabetesUK, Womens Aid, Menopause Charity, Kit Heath Jewellery and writer for Womens Health Magazine UK. A woman with energy and confidence in buckets! We talk about her peri-menopause experience so far and how an Olympian training and positive mindset, […]

  • 'Bants' and Rants With Two Plant-based Eating, Partying Friends For Life.

    In conversation with … Officially Flexitarians Claudette aka ‘Dimple’ and Pamela aka ‘Royalty P’, long term friends and raving buddies with a shared love of plant-based food, eating out, partying and life!  We discuss starting a platform to uplift the Black Community during a global pandemic. Pamela talks about her open Myoectomy to treat Fibroids […]

  • An Actors Life, Training Joy, A Musical Path…and Jaffa Cakes.

    In conversation with … Judith Jacob, Actor , Writer, Fitness Trainer and Radio DJ. We discuss Grenada, Sarcoidosis in her family, Judith’s love of training and eating healthily (although Jaffa cakes are life!) We talk about the importance of sisterhood when navigating change  and setting boundaries more often. Links: Judiths Instagram @Judithjacob1313 Conscious Radio   Nat […]

  • My Mum Going Through The Change Was Just Big People Tings!

    In conversation with … Lorna Hamilton-Brown MBE, full time Artist and Craftivist and bold lippy wearer based in Hastings, East Sussex. Dubbed ‘The Banksy of Knitting’, Lorna and I discuss the lack of menopausal vocabulary that made it difficult for her to understand her menopause transition – the importance of being able to join up […]

  • It's Not All 'Grumpy With A Fan' – I Want To TalkAbout The Icky Stuff!

    In conversation with … Natasha Landers, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Interior Designer and daughter of the late Ras Malachi – Spiritual Advisor to Bob Marley. We discuss her Endometriosis diagnosis and treatment by the medical profession, early onset Peri-Menopause and a welcome newborn surprise, the importance of talking more openly about the menopause in the […]

  • House Music to Holistic Therapy and Dancing Out Your Prayers!

    In conversation with …Carol Leeming MBE FRSA  – Proud ‘Jam-tiguan’, Leicesterian and multi-award winning, multi-disciplinary artist in literature, performing arts and digital media. Carol embarked on life changing Holistic practise after her teenage son was diagnosed with Lymphoma and shares her amazing, varied life journey since. This episode is dedicated to Carols late mother Zeta […]

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  • Reclaiming Menopause: Creativity, Curiosity and Connection.

    In conversation with …Eileen Bellot –  Writer, Director and Changemaker. Our final episode of Series 1. Dominican Eileen is an engaging storyteller. We talk lifestyle changes due to a combination of Menopause and T2 Diabetes. The importance of creativity and how this has helped her to enable other women from all backgrounds to talk about […]

  • "But…are you SURE?!" Confessions of a Happy Post Menopausal Black Woman!

    In conversation with …Professor Laura Serrant OBE – Global diversity and Inclusive practice specialist, professional speaker, and experienced coach. Laura tells us about starting peri-menopause earlier than many and over preparing for the inevitable worse case scenario that never arrived. We talk about her background in sexual health, learning about her own body and her […]

  • Working 9 to 5 amidst Menopausal Mayhem! From confusion to confidence with style!

    In conversation with …Fay Reid –  Executive assistant and founder of social media platform and blog 9to5menopause.  Always honest and to the point, Fay tells us about how her mothers Cancer diagnosis and sad passing brought her menopause symptoms to a head and how her own perseverance with HRT has given her life back. We […]

  • "The sun came and sat down next to us!" Somebody DO something!

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  • Trees, Words and Hope. Welcoming the light between the cracks.

    Karen Arthur in conversation with Jackee Holder – Coach Facilitator, Author of 4 books, journalling expert, nature lover and tree enthusiast shares her story. Jackee’s website http://www.jackeeholder.com/ Instagram @Jackeeholderinspires Latest book  Writing with Fabulous Trees Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom, Christiane Northrup White Supremacy in the Coaching Industry, Dream and Do Podcast by Nicola Rae-Wickham Sarah […]

  • Why 'Cute and Muted' Deserves the BOOT!

    In Episode 6 I chat with Image and Business Consultant, Trainer and Pastor, Evelyn Femi-Paul. Evelyn, who ‘proudly Nigerian’, shares her early menopause experience that led her to believe she had ‘escaped’ symptoms. Oh how wrong she was! They arrived years later! But with research and lifestyle changes Evelyn started to feel better and decided […]

  • From Script writing to sun salutations! Yoga for every BODY!

    Oh just two black UK based women in their fifties talking about menopause. No biggie! Fashion Creative and Embracer of Life, Karen Arthur chats with…London based ex Scriptwriter now Senior Yoga teacher, Paula Hines, who takes us through her peri-menopause experience and how her yoga knowledge helps her and others navigate her symptoms. Topics include […]

  • Life, death, grief, change…and joy…on repeat!

    Relationship expert and veteran podcast host, Natalie Lue of Baggage Reclaim takes us through her peri-menopause experience so far. We talk disappearing coils(!), night sweats and a four month marathon training regime that eventually brought Nat to an abrupt halt. RUDE by neccessary. At times hilarious and never dull, Nat gives us some life affirming […]

  • Pommy and peri-menopause – You can take the girl out of Slough…

    Karen talks to UK born Australia based Stylist and thrifted fashion expert Julia Browne about accidentally discovering she was in peri-menopause during lockdown. We chat about brain fog, what happened when she consulted her male doctor, the nuances of being black in Australia and and how she has found sisterhood within the Melbourne fashion community. […]

  • Shape shifting, 'Rona boobies and US Elections during a global pandemic

    Oh just two black women in their fifties talking about menopause. No biggie! A lil’ swerve. Fashion Creative Karen Arthur chats with Omishade Burney-Scott founder of The Black Girls Guide to Surviving Menopause and social activist about Fire signs, moving out of debt, late motherhood and the onset of Peri-menopause. We talk about her elders […]

  • "I sat down for five years" Chronic Fatigue Syndrome to radical self care.

    Oh just two black UK based women in their fifties talking about menopause. No biggie! First episode! Fashion Creative and Embracer of Life, Karen Arthur chats with Women’s Health and Hormone Coach, Personal Trainer and co-author Pamela Windle about grief, Lockdown, Black Lives Matter and how her radical approach to self care helped her heal […]

  • Menopause Whilst Black

    Opening a well overdue conversation about diversity in Menopause. Placing the menopausal experience of Black UK based women front and centre by sharing their stories. Giving a hug, a hand or a high five to those supporting, dreading, suffering or thriving through menopause. Because, believe it or not, there’s a lot to celebrate too!  Hosted […]

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    Jamie Lynn Sigler: How to Forgive Yourself and Rewrite Your Story

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  • 66 – PMDD and mental health: what’s really going on?

    What if severe changes in your mental health were being driven by your hormones? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dr Isabella Sillar, an Australian doctor, who shares her powerful and deeply personal experience of living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Despite being in medical training, Isabella struggled for years with severe […]

  • If You’re Feeling Stuck in Life, Listen to This

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  • Fit Formula Workshop 5/13 Replay

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  • I still get triggered! Fearne on how to heal, cope with hangxiety, and having an empty nest

    Fearne isn’t a massive fan of the relentless pressure to reach a definitive state of happiness. It’s just not realistic, so she’s dropping into your feed every week for some chat about what’s making her – and you! – feel great, and what’s making us feel completely crap. This is the cosy corner where there’s […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Self Doubt

    On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about something every single one of us experiences at some point…self-doubt. We discuss why it’s so common and why it stops us speaking up, going for things, or trusting ourselves fully. We also share some of the things that have genuinely helped us quiet our […]

  • Mariel Hemingway Shares How to Age Boldly and Embrace Your Authentic Self

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    Menopause Masterclass: HRT Safety, Patch Absorption, Progesterone Intolerance, and Bone Density

    In this episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver answers your most asked questions about hormone therapy, menopause symptoms, and how to advocate for yourself when your doctor doesn’t have answers. She walks through who actually qualifies for HRT, what the real contraindications are versus conditions that simply require a different delivery method, and how […]

  • Ep. 218 – The Thyroid Fix by Dr. Amie Hornaman

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  • Healing, Grief & Trusting Yourself: Carly’s Story

    In this episode of Take a Breath, I’m joined by my lovely friend Carly for a deeply honest conversation about her journey through breast cancer and everything that came with it.   Nearly three years ago, Carly was diagnosed with breast cancer and advised to undergo a mastectomy and radiotherapy. Instead, she chose a very […]

  • 65 – The truth about food and health with The Happy Pear

    What if improving your health could start with what’s on your plate? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Dave and Steve Flynn, also known as The Happy Pear, for a refreshing and practical conversation about food, lifestyle and long-term health. Together, they explore how modern diets have changed, why so many of […]

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    Do Me and Ira Ever Fight? Your Spiciest Questions Answered

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  • Eps 413: Before You Start Peptides, Your Body Needs This First

    You’re not getting results from peptides for a reason. In perimenopause, there’s a shift most women feel but can’t quite explain. Your energy becomes unstable, your recovery takes longer, and even what used to “work” starts to feel inconsistent. So when you expect a breakthrough by adding peptides to your regimen, it can feel confusing […]

  • How to Eliminate Self-Doubt Forever & Build Unshakeable Confidence

    In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to beat self-doubt, stop procrastinating, and communicate with ease and confidence. Joining Mel today is Dr. Shadé Zahrai, a behavioral researcher and confidence expert, to teach you a research-backed, 4-part framework for building unshakeable confidence and eliminating self-doubt. Dr. Zahrai says that self-doubt shows up in many different ways […]

  • Sex scenes are liberating! Nafessa Williams on Rivals, racism, and self-belief

    Sex scenes involve a lot more padding and tape than you might expect! Rivals actress Nafessa Williams has found being at the centre of one of TV’s sexiest shows both nerve-wracking and incredibly liberating. In this chat with Fearne, Nafessa explores what it means to play the only black woman in a white man’s world […]

  • Hack your hydration for better energy and longevity

    What if you could supercharge your water to improve gut health, clear brain fog and increase your energy? Liz talks about fascinating new longevity research into structured water – what is it, and how is it better for us? Plus: natural remedies to boost low mood in midlife, tips for improving bone health, whether broken […]

  • Endometriosis, Fibroids & HRT: What You Need To Know

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  • What Actually Works in Menopause for Fat Loss Becky: Client Case Study Part 1-Doing Everything Right But Still Stuck

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    Mast Cells, Histamine, and Perimenopause Explained: MCAS, Anxiety, Estrogen

    In this bonus episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver is joined by Dr. Zachary Rubin, double board certified allergist and immunologist and New York Times bestselling author of All About Allergies, to dig into the connection between histamine, mast cells, and women’s hormonal health. Dr. Rubin breaks down what mast cells are, how histamine works across […]

  • 4 easy ways to eat more fibre, with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

    Sluggish digestion? Energy crash at 3pm? Struggling to lose weight? There could be a surprisingly simple solution. Celebrity chef and broadcaster Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall tells Liz how supporting our gut with more fibre could be one of the most impactful changes we make to our health. They discuss how over 90% of the population are not […]

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    The ADHD Psychiatrist: How to Get Your Focus Back After 40

    Dr. Tracey Marks is a board-certified psychiatrist. In today’s episode of The Tamsen Show, she sits down with Tamsen Fadal to talk about ADHD in women: why it can go undiagnosed for so long, how to know if you have it, and what you can actually do about it. If you’ve ever felt frozen by […]

  • Eps 412: A New Way to Think About Food and Health with Dr. Robert Kiltz

    Everything you’ve been told about food and hormones is being questioned in this conversation. In this episode, I exchanged thoughts with Dr. Robert Kiltz, a fertility specialist who brings a very different perspective around women’s health. We talk about why so many symptoms in perimenopause and menopause get brushed off as “normal,” and why that […]

  • 64 – Estrogen: separating fear from fact

    Why are so many women still being told estrogen is dangerous? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by oncologist and author of Estrogen Matters, Dr Avrum Bluming, to explore how fear around hormones took hold and why it persisted for so long. They also revisit the evidence behind the Women’s Health Initiative and […]

  • The Reality of Adult Friendship: Here’s Why You’re Lonely & How to Make Real Friends as an Adult

    If you’ve ever felt like making friends as an adult feels impossible, or you’ve looked around and thought, “Where did all my friends go?” – you are not alone.  Or maybe you have friends, and you want deeper connections, but you don’t know how to create it without forcing it. Friendship is hard right now. […]

  • Play therapy rewires the brain! Facing childhood traumas, with The King’s Trust

    Everyone deserves the chance at a fulfilling life. Shauna Tiffany grew up in foster care, feeling ashamed of and responsible for her parents’ choices. Creative play therapy helped her work through her childhood trauma, and now – with the support of The King’s Trust – she’s built her own business doing the same thing for […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Small Steps When Noone's Watching

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  • Acupuncture & the Menopause with Lily Lai, PhD, Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner. S7. Ep 13.

    Have you ever considered acupuncture to help support you through — and beyond — the menopause? It’s a fascinating option for women at this stage of life, focusing on restoring balance across the body’s different systems — something many of us need during times of hormonal change. This month’s guest is acupuncturist and Chinese medicine […]

Menopause Whilst Black

Opening a well overdue conversation about diversity in Menopause. Placing the menopausal experience of Black UK based women front and centre by sharing their stories. Giving a hug, a hand or a high five to those supporting, dreading, suffering or thriving through menopause. Because, believe it or not, there’s a lot to celebrate too!  Hosted […]

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