All Episodes
Feb. 20, 2025
109: Dr Louise Newson on Menopause Advocacy and Education
Enjoy this captivating conversation with Dr. Louise Newson, a renowned Uk based expert in the field of menopause. With her extensive background in evidence-based medicine and a passion for translating complex medical data in…
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Feb. 13, 2025
108: Dr. Kelly Casperson on Female Sexual Health
Join me today to dive into the intricacies of vaginal and sexual health with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a leading figure in female sexual health and hormones. We unpack all everything you need to know about Genitourinary Syndrome …
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Feb. 10, 2025
107: BONUS Hot Take | $573.3M Gov Investment in Women's Health
Could a $573.3 million investment revolutionise menopause health in Australia? Tune in to discover how this historic commitment from the Albanese government is set to transform menopause and perimenopause care across the nat…
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Feb. 6, 2025
106: Psychological Support During Menopause with Leanne Mulheron
Leanne Mulheron takes us on an incredible journey from her life on super yachts to becoming a menopause and PMDD specialist therapist. Her personal experience with perimenopause symptoms, like hot flushes and mood swings, be…
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Jan. 30, 2025
105: Stress Management and Aging Gracefully with Despina Kamper
Join me for a fun and insightful conversation with Despina Kamper, a respected naturopath and nutritionist, as she shares her journey of addressing stress management for women over 40. Discover how stress, rather than just d…
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Jan. 23, 2025
104: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
In our first Hot Take of 2025, Sonya and Jo share updates from Australia's Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee and how consumer advocacy was pivotal in the PBAC's decision to recommend Estrogel, Prometrium and Estroge…
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Jan. 16, 2025
An Unexpected Path to Perimenopause Advocacy with Tara Eglington
Tara Eglington generously shares her unexpected journey through perimenopause from the age of 37, highlighting its profound impact on her mental health and daily life. By discussing the challenges she faced—including anxiety…
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Dec. 26, 2024
102: Kickstart Your New Year with My Recommended Listening
Start the new year by joining me, Sonya Lovell, in exploring essential topics that shape our midlife journey. Dive into a curated list of must-listen episodes that promise to inspire and inform as you set your goals for 2025…
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Dec. 19, 2024
101: Navigating Neurodiversity and Hormonal Health with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich
Joined by Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich, a leading clinical neuropsychologist, today we explore the fascinating world of neurodiversity, menopause, and women's mental health. Caroline opens up about her work at the HE…
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Dec. 12, 2024
100: Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
Join Johanna Wicks and me in today's Hot Take as we unravel the complicated process of getting treatments added to Australia's PBS, sparked by a recent breakthrough announcement about endometriosis medication. We explore the…
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Dec. 5, 2024
99: Championing Hormonal Health: Julie Dutton's Inspiring Story
Ever wondered how self-advocacy can transform your healthcare journey (and even your GPs), especially during pivotal life transitions like menopause? Meet Julie Dutton, affectionately dubbed by her GP as "Patient Zero," afte…
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Nov. 28, 2024
98: A Hot Take with Sonya and Johanna
In this Hot Take episode, Johanna and Sonya venture beyond the outdated "iron curtain" myth of Menopausal Hormone Therapy after age 60, revealing a new Australian research paper that could transform women's menopause care an…
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Nov. 21, 2024
97: Progressive Menopause GP Care with Dr Ceri Cashell
Dr Ceri Cashell's journey into improving the menopause care she gave patients, as a GP, was sparked by one patient's suggestion that she learn more about testosterone. This led her to explore and become a vocal champion for …
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Nov. 14, 2024
96: Senator Marielle Smith on Closing the Menopause Support Gap
Join me for an enlightening conversation with Senator Marielle Smith as we explore the transformative Senate Inquiry into Perimenopause and Menopause in Australia. Over the past year, this Inquiry gathered insights from over…
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Nov. 7, 2024
95: Behind the Scenes of Australia's Menopause Movement with Johanna Wicks
How does an experienced women's health advocate struggle to recognise her own perimenopausal symptoms? Join me as I explore Johanna Wicks' journey from confusion to advocacy, sparked by Dr. Ginni Mansberg's enlightening book…
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March 21, 2024
94: Dr Kelly Teagle on Creating Healthy Habits
The question Dr Kelly Teagle has for women is what will it cost you if you don't create healthy habits and make meaningful lifestyle changes now , while you're still young enough for it to make a big impact? In 10 to 20 year…
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Feb. 22, 2024
93: A Short Break
As one of your guides through the ever-shifting landscape of menopause, I'm hitting pause on the podcast to recharge my batteries. But only for 3 short weeks!! Dear Menopause will be back with episode 94 on Friday 22nd March…
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Feb. 15, 2024
92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide
Menopause can leave many women feeling dry, itchy and irritated particularly when it comes to changes in skin health. Join me as Dr Shreya Andric, a leading dermatologist who also specialises in vulvar dermatology, shares he…
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Feb. 8, 2024
Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips
In this episode, I share 3 essential tips for those days when perimenopause is really kicking your butt, that you can get started with today. The focus is on journaling to keep track of symptoms, how to find a supportive hea…
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Feb. 1, 2024
90: Australia's Menopause Inquiry and the Push for Health Equity with Senator Marielle Smith
Senator Marielle Smith joins Sonya to discuss the Australian Senate Inquiry into Menopause and Perimenopause. Hear how this Inquiry hopes to break the silence on a topic all too often overlooked. Marielle takes us through th…
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Jan. 25, 2024
89: Dr Fatima Khan: Weaving Eastern traditions with Western medical science
Have you wished that you could find a Doctor who weaves the wisdom of Eastern traditions with Western medical science? In this conversation with Dr Fatima Khan, we cover everything from hormone health to the influential role…
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Jan. 18, 2024
88: Beyond Booze with Sarah Rusbatch
Have you ever found yourself in that murky space where your drinking seems more habitual than social, yet not quite what you'd label as addiction? Join the conversation with Sarah Rusbatch, a distinguished coach navigating t…
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Jan. 11, 2024
87: Achieving Your Dreams Beyond Midlife with Esther Zeledon
Have you ever felt like you're on the cusp of something extraordinary, but you're held back by the invisible chains of expectations? Esther Zeledon, the visionary behind Be Act Change, joins me to unravel the threads of thes…
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Jan. 4, 2024
86: Early Menopause and POI at 15 Years Old with Sheree Hargreaves
When Sheree Hargreaves was diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency at just 15, it reshaped her teenage years in unexpected ways. Sheree, now 22, shares her courageous story, navigating early menopause symptoms and the…
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