Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I welcome Mel Gabriel, a creative entrepreneur and breast cancer survivor from my home country of Trinidad and Tobago.  Mel shares her journey through cancer, medical menopause, and her advocacy for health awareness in the Caribbean. The conversation explores breaking taboos around […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I sit down with Dr. Deepali Kashyap, a board-certified OB/GYN, functional medicine practitioner, and certified menopause specialist, for an honest and inspiring conversation about redefining women’s health. She talks about combining Western and functional medicine for a more holistic and compassionate approach to menopause […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I’m joined by MenoLab’s, Natasha Rao and Dr. Maggie Ney, ND, MSCP to explore menopause through science, personal stories, and community support. The conversation covers breaking stigma, the importance of diverse research, and practical tools for managing symptoms—highlighting gut health, hormone balance, […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I chat with Lauren A. Tetenbaum, a licensed therapist and author of Millennial Menopause. Lauren shares her journey from law to women’s health advocacy, discusses the mental health challenges of menopause, and highlights the need for better education and support for millennials. We […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible I sat down with Elizabeth Elfenbein, a powerhouse at the intersection of creativity, advocacy, and equity. She’s a purpose-driven leader and brand innovator who’s made it her mission to transform how we talk about health and whose stories get heard.  As the founder of Under the Sisterhood, she’s created […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I’m joined by hormone expert and CEO of Parlor Games, Kate Wells. Among other things, we dive into physiology and the science-backed solutions that can bring relief and vitality. Kate shares her journey and the inspiration behind Parlor Games, its flagship products like […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I delve into essential tools and resources for thriving through menopause. I emphasize the importance of information, nutrition, supplements, mindset shifts, community support, and technology. I also highlight valuable books and organizations dedicated to menopause support. My aim is to empower you […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode of The Pause Pod, I explore “The Power of Daily Practices,” focusing on the importance of personal rituals for people experiencing menopause or midlife (aka growing older) transitions.  I share some of my own practices, such as mirror work, daily prayers, moisturizing, and “sunset surrender,” which […]

Apple Podcast | Spotify | Audible In this episode, Teyonna Bowman, a breast cancer survivor and founder of Pausitive Outlook, shares her journey of being diagnosed with hormone-sensitive invasive breast cancer at 35 and experiencing a recurrence before 40. Her treatments led to medically induced menopause, prompting her to advocate for early detection and open […]