Menopause, Cancer & Confidence After Surgery, with Sarah Newman of 'Get Me Back'
In this empowering episode of Spill The Tea from the Womenkind Collective, we’re joined by Sarah Newman, founder of Get Me Back, Cancer & Exercise Specialist, and Breast Cancer Rehab Coach.After her cervical cancer diagnosis in 2018, Sarah was thrust into surgical menopause and discovered how transformative exercise could be for recovery both physically and mentally.Today, she helps women regain strength, confidence, and control after cancer, creating safe spaces where no one has to feel alone.We chat with Sarah about:⭐️her own cancer diagnosis,⭐️how Get Me Back began,⭐️the biggest challenges of returning to exercise post-treatment,⭐️why it’s never too late to get fit, at any age or stage.⭐️Plus, Sarah shares what keeps her feeling strong and empowered on the toughest days.It really is a conversation full of heart and HOPE.⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of difficult medical decisions related to cancer treatment (13 to 15 minutes in).We also spill the tea on:📚 Our round-up of our tried and tested Menopause Books☕ Why a certain part of the male anatomy makes a terrible pet🎂 Baking disasters that’ll make you laugh 🌊 Seas The Day we chat about the two incredible women who rowed across the Pacific💬 Plus, a beautiful quote to carry you through your weekSUBSCRIBE for more shenanigans, honest chats on feminist issues, women’s health, sisterhood, and smashing the patriarchy one cuppa at a time.If you enjoy the show, consider supporting us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcast🎧 Watch the full interview on YouTube, or listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Sarah Newman:Get Me Back is focusing on helping people stay strong through winter, sharing simple, realistic ways to keep moving, boost mood, and support both physical and emotional wellbeing after cancer.If you would like to be part of their membership community, you can find out more here-Website www.getmeback.uk Insta @getmebackuk FB: Get ME Back Seas The Day:Donations & Info: www.seasthedayoceanrowing.com/thechallenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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MenoWars & The Menopause Industry with Fiona Clark
In this WKC Spill The Tea episode, we’re joined by the extraordinary Fiona Clark, award-winning journalist, women’s health advocate, and author of MenoWars. Fiona brings fire, humour and expertise to the menopause landscape which has become muddied with commercialism and mis-information. Fiona’s career spans continents and causes- from reporting in Moscow on the collapse of the Soviet Union, to writing for The Lancet, and now to tackling menopause- one of the most misunderstood and politicised topics in women’s health.We chat about:💬 The booming menopause “industry” - hype, divides & money📊 Research shocks and revelations from MenoWars🤝 Keeping focus on women’s health, not profit💡 The mission of the Menopause Research & Education Fund✨ And what she’d change about the menopause conversation worldwideWe also have a Menopause Book Club for you where we take a look at brand new menopause books released by experts.Stick around for a beautiful quote to carry you through the week. 💫☕ SUBSCRIBE for more shenanigans, honest chats on feminist issues, women’s health, sisterhood, and smashing the patriarchy — one cuppa at a time.💬 Drop us a comment — we love hearing from you!🎥 Watch the full interview on YouTube💖 Love what we do? Buy us a Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcast🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTubeFiona Clark:MenoWars: Fiona Clark. Sheldon Press. 2025I: @fiona_clark_writesL: @Fiona ClarkMenopause Research and Education Fund (MREF):www.mref.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Essential Guide to HRT (or MHT): Risks, Benefits & Beyond with Dr Juliet Balfour
In this Menopause Month episode of Spill The Tea, we’re joined by the remarkable Dr Juliet Balfour — GP, menopause specialist, and advocate for improving women’s health across the UK.With over three decades of NHS experience, Juliet has played a pivotal role in shaping menopause care, from leading the Somerset NHS Menopause Service to advising the British Menopause Society.Together, we explore everything you need to know about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) — from foundational facts to the latest guidance:• What HRT is and how it supports the body• Who benefits most, and when to start• The differences between oral and transdermal HRT• Understanding risk, safety, and long-term effects• How to access HRT through the NHS or privately• Monitoring, side effects, and real-world experiencesThis episode offers clarity, evidence, and practical insight — helping you make informed choices about your health and wellbeing.Stick around for a beautiful quote to carry you through the week.SUBSCRIBE for more thoughtful conversations on feminist issues, women’s health, sisterhood, and smashing the patriarchy — one cuppa at a time.💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts — leave us a comment or review.🎥 Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel.☕️ Support us at https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcast.🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.Dr Juliet Balfour:W: www.wellsmenopauseclinic.co.ukI: @menopausehealthL: @Dr Juliet BalfourBook Recommendation: The Little Book of HRT by Dr Ellie Cannon (66 minutes) https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-little-book-of-hrt/dr-ellie-cannon/9781399423694 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Menopause Support Beyond HRT with Menopause Specialist Hazel Hayden
Not everyone can, or wants to take HRT for menopause symptoms. And even for those who do, it doesn’t always fix everything. So, what else can help with hot flushes, brain fog, insomnia, joint pain, or the emotional rollercoaster?This week we’re joined by the brilliant Hazel Hayden from Bristol Menopause and Well-woman Clinic, she’s Consultant Nurse, British Menopause Society Registered Specialist, CBT therapist, Insomnia therapy specialist, nutritionist, and speaker.Hazel takes a holistic approach to menopause, exploring everything from sleep and mental health to cardiovascular care and nutrition.Whether you’re navigating menopause without HRT, using it but still struggling, or simply looking for more options—this conversation is for you.Book club- we have a quick couple of book recommendations, this one from a regular listener - The Path to Forgotten Freedom by Nicola Smalley https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-path-to-forgotten-freedom/nicola-smalley/9781739166908and Cally Beaton's Namaste MF's - https://callybeaton.com/shop/ Perfect for Menopause month!🌸 Stick around for a beautiful quote to carry you through the week.☕ Enjoying the podcast? Support us on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcastSUBSCRIBE for more shenanigans, honest chats on feminist issues, women’s health, sisterhood, and smashing the patriarchy one cuppa at a time.Drop us a comment we love hearing from you!🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube🎥 Watch the full interview on YouTube W: www.bristolmenopause.comI: @bristolmenopauseF: Bristol Menopause & Wellwoman ClinicTT: @bristolwellwomanclinic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Intergenerational Trauma with Dr Manpreet Dhuffar Pottiwal
This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Manpreet Dhuffar-Pottiwal - psychologist, TEDx speaker, and unapologetic mental health disruptor.With over 15 years’ experience, she brings a feminist, anti-oppressive lens to her work on intergenerational trauma, multigenerational families, and behavioural addictions.She’s the founder of MultiGen Zen, on a mission to decolonise therapy, bring healing to minoritised communities, and challenge the systems that silence us.Dr. Manpreet says:"We all exist in family trees. There are the roots which carry our DNA and where we find ourselves in the world, the leaves are the burdens which we inherit from our elders, and the fruits are the gifts which they also hand down to us."This conversation is deep, honest, and empowering — about the trauma we inherit and the power we have to break the cycle.✨ Stick around for a beautiful quote to carry you through the week.💬 Drop us a comment — we love hearing from you!Get in touch with us here - https://www.instagram.com/womenkindcollective?igsh=ZmxmbGs2d3BjcXA1&utm_source=qr or email us @[email protected]👉 SUBSCRIBE for feminist chats, women’s health, sisterhood & smashing the patriarchy — one cuppa at a time.🎥 Watch the full interview on YouTube☕ Support us here: https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcast🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTubeLinks: W: www.thedoubledr.comI: @thedoubledoctordrTEDxNHS 2024: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xybjnaUWczM&t=54sL: Dr Manpreet Dhuffar-Pottiwal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Womenkind Collective: Spill The Tea, the podcast where no topic is off-limits, and every conversation is served with honesty, humour, and heart.Hosted by lifelong friends Jinty and Lou, we bring you a vibrant, weekly mix of education, laughter, and real talk. From health and hormones to family, relationships, equity, and the realities of menopause, we tackle the topics that matter—especially the ones society often shies away from.Menopause might not be our sole focus, but it’s a conversation that keeps coming up—for good reason. With the help of expert guests, including Menopause specialists, GPs, Gynaecologists, Nutritionists, Sleep Therapists, Cancer Survivors, Advocates, and Campaigners, we provide evidence-based facts, real-life experiences, and the support you deserve.Beyond the podcast, we take action. We founded Exmouth’s first Menopause Café, giving women a space to connect, and launched the #WheresMyClinic campaign, fighting for an NHS Menopause Clinic in Devon. We’ve even spilled the tea live on BBC Radio Devon, hosting their first-ever menopause café.So, whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of hormones, curious about the latest health insights, or just here for the relatable stories (and occasional faux pas), grab a cuppa and join us.It’s time to spill the tea—because the conversations we have today can change the way we live tomorrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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