Hack My Age

Is menopause really about hormones… or is it exposing something much bigger about how our culture treats aging women?
If you've ever felt invisible, dismissed, or suddenly just like "less relevant" as your body changed, then this episode is for you.
We cover:
Why menopause is a social transition, not just a hormonal event

How internalized ageism can shorten lifespan and impact health outcomes

The real biological cost of chronic stress, stigma, and vigilance

Why brain fog in menopause is often misinterpreted as cognitive decline

The future of aging, and the danger of a two-tiered "anti-aging" society

 
Dr Paul Nash is a Professor in the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology at the University of Southern California. His research is focused on intersectional discrimination and stigma as well as health inequity predominantly for older minority and 'at risk' communities living with HIV. Paul is also a commissioner and co-chair of the aging caucus for the Los Angeles County Commission on HIV as well as being actively involved with many local advocacy and patient centered organizations. He works collaboratively and utilizes multi-disciplinary approaches to further translational and community engagement within Geroscience. Paul is committed to not only furthering the research agenda but also to widening accessibility to research, leading to evidence based practice and policy formation, as well as new academic and professional gerontological programs to translate research into accessible education.
The Masters of Gerontology program at USC
https://gero.usc.edu/admissions/academics/masters-programs/
 
Critical Questions for Ageing Societies – Bristol University Press
https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/critical-questions-for-ageing-societies
 
Contact Dr. Paul Nash:
University of Southern California Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
 
Email [email protected]
 
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Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
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Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Are you looking to add some spice back into your love life? Have you been doing the same boring routines with your partner and just cant take it anymore? 
 
We cover:
What the body and mind must feel before it can fully open to pleasure

What shifts expose long-standing intimacy and communication gaps

The "inhale push" breathing technique and how it increases sensation 

Where to get started when you are not even comfortable touching yourself

How to talk to your partner about new exploration without triggering defensiveness or anxiety


Dr. Saida Désilets holds a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology, blending mind–body–spirit healing with conscious sexuality. She is a body-philosopher, speaker, author, and pioneer in the field of sexual sovereignty and embodied pleasure. 
Aaron Michael, MA, Sex Coach & Sexologist, is the author of "Optimal Sex Life", creator of the SuctionSex® method, and co-founder with Dr. Saida of the Embodied Love University, where they help people build deeper intimacy by working with the body, not just the mind.
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Self-Love Meditation (a gift for the listeners) https://dareyourdesire.com/self-love-meditation/
 
Contact Saida and Aaron:
Website: https://www.embodiedloveuniversity.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsaidadesilets/ 
Instagram: https://instagram.com/drsaidadesilets 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmbodiedLoveLounge 
Email: [email protected]
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
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Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
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Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Are your skincare products "kinda working"… but not really working like they used to?
And what if the real issue isn't the ingredients, but your skin cells being too exhausted to respond? Then that would mean we need a different approach.
If you're curious about stem cells and exosomes, and how to find them and use them, then this episode is for you.
We Cover
• What causes skin cells to become "exhausted" and less responsive to skincare ingredients
• What exosomes are and how they act as cellular messengers in regenerative medicine
• Why peptides may work better when combined with exosomes
• The Longevity Serum I am most excited about
• How to evaluate exosome skincare products and avoid common red flags
Debbi Barber is a skincare innovator and educator focused on longevity-focused aesthetics and regenerative skincare technologies.
Dr. Jordan Plews, PhD is a biochemical engineer and stem cell researcher whose work spans regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, and cosmeceutical development. He completed his postdoctoral training at Stanford University after earning degrees in Biochemical Engineering, Bioprocess Development, Stem Cell Research, and Molecular Biology in the UK.
Dr. Plews has published research in leading scientific journals. His work has focused on the therapeutic potential of stem cells for injury and degenerative diseases. In 2015 he co-founded Xytogen Biotech, a California-based company developing next-generation stem cell-based skincare solutions. His career bridges biochemical engineering, molecular biology, and regenerative medicine.
PAST EPISODE ON COPPER PEPTIDES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-most-effective-peptide-for-aging-skin-scars-debbi/id1531105768?i=1000701240612
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Contact Debbi Barber:
Email: [email protected]
Website:   https://vitaliskincare.com 
 
Instagram: @vitali_skincare https://www.instagram.com/vitali_skincare/
 
Contact John Plews:
Email: [email protected]
 
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Join the Hack My Age community on:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Are you taking calcium but still unsure if it's actually helping your bones? Or maybe you're lifting weights now and wondering if you're even giving your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild?
We cover:
The three main nutrients that are  foundational for bone structure and strength

Why calcium alone is not enough to prevent bone loss

The roles of vitamins and trace minerals and which ones you need

The most important form of K2 that you cannot get from food

When supplements help and when they don't

The main factor determining whether nutrients actually reach your bones

 
Free Bone Masterclass: https://youtu.be/VPZXwHhs9GY?si=s17oit5Dv2FfjuoR
Mini Bone Guide: https://hackmyage.com/the-bone-force-guide/
Bone Nutrition Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bglKhyyDhH1t8D58mJstFIDabMI3GwXG/view?usp=sharing
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Join the Hack My Age community on:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/
Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Do you think that your metabolism "just slows down with age," especially in menopause? Well then get ready to have your mind blown. Today I sit down with the incredible Dr. William Li, who is a world-renowned physician and researcher.
We cover
• Whether the "midlife metabolic crash" is myth or truth
• The surprising reality of metabolism across your entire lifespan
• What slows metabolism more… age or something else entirely
• The type of fat that's silently sabotaging your health
• The surprising fat that's actually good for you
• Whether yo-yo dieting is really harmful… or if it might have an unexpected benefit
• What women in midlife can start doing today to "Eat to Beat Your Diet"
 Dr. William Li is not only an internationally recognized physician and scientist, he is also a  bestselling author known for pioneering research on angiogenesis and disease prevention. His groundbreaking work has changed how we understand the body's natural defense systems: immunity, regeneration, and metabolism. He has a TED Talk Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?, with millions of views, and his books Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet have inspired millions to use food as medicine. He is a frequent guest on shows like Good Morning America, Dr. Oz, and CNN.
 Past episode: released January 16, 2026
Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07NVY5CSQ
Eat to Beat Your Diet https://drwilliamli.com/etb-diet-book/
Contact Dr. William Li
Website: https://drwilliamli.com/
Instagram: @drwilliamli
Facebook: @drwilliamli
Twitter: @drwilliamli
TikTok: @drwilliamli
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drwilliamli
Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/william_li_can_we_eat_to_starve_cancer
 
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Join the Hack My Age community on:
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.