In this episode, WE DIVE INTO the book, Members Club A User’s Guide to the Penis by Dr Piet Hoebeke, a Urologist. WE GO BALLS DEEP with my good friend Alex Noddy Ballesteros. Over a series of 4 episodes, Alex and I have a few s*****g conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book. In this 2nd episode we go through chapters in the book covering foreskin, circumcision, premature ejaculation and ways to manage it, pelvic floor exercises in men and how they can be useful, the penile...

WE DIVE INTO the book, Members Club A User’s Guide to the Penis by Dr Piet Hoebeke, a Urologist. WE GO BALLS DEEP with my good friend Alex Noddy Ballesteros. Over 4 podcast episodes, Alex and I have a few shlong conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book. As we go through the book Alex Noddy OPENS UP and gives us a male and personal perspective on a number of topics from penis length, foreskin, erections, sperm, vaginas, sex, porn and looking after the member. These podcasts are...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Man-ifesting. Manifesting your man. WE GO DEEP with Megan Buys. Megan OPENS UP about how she manifested her new boyfriend. Listen up to get ideas and inspiration on how to manifest whatever it is that you desire in your life. Megan is a practice manager for a psychology clinic, she’s currently studying Medical Science and has just been accepted into a Masters of Counselling and Psychotherapy.She is a Yoga devotee, book lover, cat mother, die hard Gilmore Girls...

Wow what I year!  What can I say? Well lots actually. Lots of THANK YOU as I am so filled with gratitude. Firstly, I wanted to thank YOU the listener. Thank you so much for your time. Thank you to those who have subscribed and supported the Fanny Mechanic. Thank you to my guests. My goodness I have learnt so much! Thank you for your time and words of wisdom. I’ve learnt so much from you and so have listeners of the Fanny Mechanic Show. To my patients, who inspire many of the episodes. I...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Superannuation Health. WE GO DEEP with Financial Planner, William Ezzy. Will OPENS UP about all things Superannuation – that is the money you accumulate for your retirement when you are working. We discuss: The importance of financial education. The earlier in life, the better. What is superannuation? What is Super Choice? What are the different types of super funds? How do you choose the right one for you? Australia has superannuation. What do other countries...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Insulin Resistance (IR). WE GO DEEP with Perth based General Practitioner Dr Ashwini Gana Baskaran.  Ashwini OPENS UP about her approach to managing this very common condition. What is insulin resistance (IR)? How common is it? More common in women or men? How do you test for it?  Who is at risk of it? What are symptoms of high blood glucose levels?  What are the symptoms of low blood glucose levels?  What are the complications of IR ?  How can IR be...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Hypnotherapy. WE GO DEEP with hypnotherapist Louise Jeffrey.  Louise OPENS UP about how hypnosis can help manage a variety of issues from compulsive behaviours to infertility. Louise Jeffrey is a Hypnotherapist, Acupuncturist, Speaker and Coach. She supports women in letting go of their limitations so they can reach their true potential. Louise offers 1-1 sessions, group coaching programs and speaks regularly at events and on community radio. She lives in Sydney...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Embryology. WE GO DEEP with scientist Sarah Dalati. Sarah OPENS UP about her work as a baby making scientist. Why did she choose embryology as a career ? We discuss her PhD and why mice are so great to work with in science and research What does the average day of an embryologist look like? She takes us through the journey of eggs, sperm, embryos How does a scientist choose the best egg, sperm, embryo during IVF? What techniques do they use in the lab? Will...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare. WE GO DEEP with Evidentli CEO, Greg Miner. Greg OPENS UP about how software companies such as his can help doctors help their patients. How can health informatics assist in decisions based on patient data ? What exactly is AI? How has it changed, contributed to society/ everyday living? How has it changed, contributed to healthcare? Should all doctors be familiar with AI? How can it help doctors, help their...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of women’s running. WE GO DEEP with Boobs on The Run Founder, Melanie Warman. Boobs on the Run is an all woman’s running club. Melanie OPENS UP about why running is so awesome for women, how you can get running and importantly, stay running. I ask Melanie how to get the running mojo back if you had once and then lost it. We talk women’s running gear from shoes, sports bras to chaffing. What does it take to become a great running coach? Connect with Boobs on the...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Libido with the Mojo Mechanic. WE GO DEEP with Naturopath Vashti D’Vyne. Vashti OPENS UP how we can keep that sexy spark plug firing. I ask her lots of questions especially about foods and herbal medicines and their role in sexual vitality. Vashti D'Vyne is an Expert Naturopath, Libido Liberator and Mojo Mechanic with over 20yrs experience in the health and wellness industry.  We discuss the following list and whether they work for our libido. She also mentions a...

WE DIVE INTO the topic Hashimoto’s Thyroid disease. WE GO DEEP with Dr Amy Gajjar. Amy OPENS UP about the thyroid gland and Hashimoto’s thyroid disease. What body systems are affected by the thyroid? What hormones does the thyroid make? Symptoms of Hashimoto’s What is Hashimoto’s and why do people develop it? Thyroid tests and when to do them What is a normal TSH? What is an optimal TSH for women? Are these levels different in pregnancy? How does taking medication reduce your antibody...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of sustainable period products. WE GO DEEP with the Founder and Chief Ovulator of the Periodical -Bethany Killicoat. Bethany OPENS UP about why she started a side hustle to empower better periods and to give women access to quality menstrual hygiene products. We discuss why organic tampons are better for you. How can you make your period more sustainable?  We discuss our periods, the period products we use, products we shouldn’t use…why talking about periods and...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Holistic Psychology. WE GO DEEP with psychologist Avanti Singh. Avanti OPENS UP about her approach to practicing mind-body-spirit psychology. Avanti is not your average psychologist. She is a Deepak Chopra Meditation teacher and Ayurvedic practitioner who has had a journey dealing with her own health challenges. Her IVF experience was a catalyst for huge transformation and it was after this that she opened up her counselling business in Sydney where she uses not...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Gynaecological Ultrasound. WE GO DEEP with Gynaecologist and Ultrasound Doctor, Patricia Lai. Patricia OPENS UP about the different types of gynaecological ultrasound she performs from the 2D/ 3D pelvic scan, to the saline infusion sonogram, HyCoSy and Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis ultrasound. As a woman, in your lifetime, it’s highly likely you will have one of these ultrasounds. We go through questions you should ask your doctor when they order your scan....

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Book Therapy, otherwise known as Bibliotherapy. WE GO DEEP with Bibliotherapist Sonya Tsakalakis. Sonya OPENS UP about why she chose this interesting career where she prescribes books and literature as a form of therapy. What is a bibliotherapist? How do you become one? How is bibliotherapy used? Can bibliotherapy make you happier? Less stressed? The Fanny Mechanic shares her experience of a private consultation with Sonya. If you love books, poetry, literature,...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Yoga for Fertility and Menstrual Cycle Support. WE GO DEEP with Yoga Teacher Nicolette Briscoe. Nicolette OPENS UP about her journey from working in the corporate sector, burning out and how yoga, simply changed her life. Is yoga your medicine? If not, could it be? You may relate to parts, if not all, of Nicolette’s story. Are you so busy and stressed, that you may not even be getting your period? How can yoga help restore your body’s natural functions? We talk...

This week, WE DIVE INTO the topic of Chronic Pelvic and Sexual Pain. WE GO DEEP with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Heba Shaheed. Heba OPENS UP about the causes of pelvic and sexual pain and how a pelvic floor physiotherapist can help. What are some common causes of chronic pelvic pain and painful sex? How does a pelvic floor physiotherapist assess a woman with these issues? We talk about how special gadgets and sex toys can help manage pain. How can drinking red wine cause clitoral...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. WE GO DEEP with Chinese Medicine Practitioner Amy Forth. Amy OPENS UP about this very popular and effective area of Eastern Medicine, which compliments Western Medicine so beautifully. When many years ago, I first entered private practice, I suddenly had a lot of time to really listen to my patients and what I found was many women educating me about the positive impact that Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture was having on their...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Body Contouring Surgery after Pregnancy and Weight loss. WE GO DEEP with Plastic Surgeon Dr Amira Sanki. Amira OPENS UP about cosmetic procedures commonly performed on breasts, bottoms, tummies, thighs, arms, face and neck. What is body contouring? What is its role after pregnancy and significant weight loss? Tummy tucks – what types are there? How is a tummy tuck done? Who is the ideal patient for liposuction? What is cellulite? Why can liposuction make...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of weight loss. WE GO DEEP with Dietician Claire Ward. Claire OPENS UP about her online weight loss course, a course she has specially developed for people having weight loss surgery. She shares a heap of tips on weight loss whether you are thinking of having weight loss surgery or not. Why do we gain weight? Why are so many of us carrying excess kilos? Midlife weight gain – why does this happen to us ladies? What is considered acceptable? How long should a woman...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of what it’s like to be a pharmacist. WE GO DEEP with Sydney based pharmacist Adele Tahan. Adele OPENS UP the role of the pharmacist and shares tips for being the best pharmacist you can be. She shares stories about how pharmacists help people, day in, day out. We discuss, why it’s important to have a pharmacist you trust, just like having a GP you trust. As doctors, having good working relationships with pharmacists is key to being able to look after our patients...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Labiaplasty. WE GO DEEP with Plastic Surgeon Dr Amira Sanki. Amira OPENS UP about this commonly performed cosmetic procedure where the labia minora are surgically decreased using different surgical techniques. Some women choose to have their labia trimmed and in this episode we find out why. Dr Amira Sanki is a specialist plastic surgeon based in Sydney’s South. She is one of only fifteen female plastic surgeons in NSW.   Listen to this episode to find out: What...

WE DIVE INTO how women can support women going through IVF. WE GO DEEP with Kit Peters, the Founder of Together We Wait. Kit OPENS UP about her solution focused online community which supports and brings together women going through IVF. This community is all about fostering connections, encouraging curiosity and creating clarity in the IVF process. We bring up a lot of C words and why they are pivotal to surviving and thriving through IVF: Curiosity Compassion Connections Community We...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of celebrity health issues. WE GO DEEP with Celebrity Kind journalist Nehal Dalgliesh. Nehal OPENS UP about Angelina Jolie, Selma Blair, Michael J Fox, Kim Kardashian, Caitlyn Jenner – how they have each been open with their individual health issues and have as a consequence, helped others with their health dilemmas and struggles. Connect with Celebrity Kind:  Social Media: @celebritykind on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.   Connect with The Fanny...