In this episode of the You're Not Broken podcast, Kelly Casperson, MD, and Tamsen Fadal discuss the M-Factor documentary, which aims to educate and inform women about menopause. They share insights into the creation process, the importance of real stories, and the impact of the documentary on audiences and communities. The conversation highlights the need for open discussions about women's health and the significance of representation in media. In this engaging conversation, Tamsen and Dr....

Dr. Jim Simon discusses the importance of hormones in sexual health and the intersectionality of ISSWSH and NAMS. He emphasizes the need for all healthcare providers to be comfortable talking about sex and hormones. Dr. Simon also talks about his paper on menopausal hormone therapy and the misconceptions surrounding hormone therapy and breast cancer. He highlights the importance of individualized risk assessment and informed decision-making. The conversation also covers the future of...

In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson and her brother Hans share their personal journey of sobriety, discussing the challenges and triumphs they faced while quitting alcohol. They explore the emotional triggers associated with drinking, the importance of community support, and the health benefits of living a sober life. The conversation also touches on navigating social situations, the impact of sobriety on relationships, and the emotional work required to...

Dr. Louise Newson, a menopause specialist, shares her journey and passion for increasing awareness and knowledge of perimenopause and menopause. She discusses the importance of understanding menopause as a disease and hormone deficiency, challenging the stigma and misconceptions surrounding these terms. The conversation also highlights the alarming increase in alcohol and drug use among menopausal women as a coping mechanism for symptoms. Dr. Newson emphasizes the need for comprehensive...

Dr. Vonda Wright discusses the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and the importance of recognizing and addressing the symptoms. She emphasizes the need for doctors to listen to women's concerns and provide appropriate care. Dr. Wright also highlights the role of hormones in musculoskeletal health and the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy. She advocates for a proactive approach to bone health and overall well-being, emphasizing the importance of mobility and exercise. Dr....

Come see me in Tacoma October 3 Come See the M Factor documentary premier in Bellingham October 20th In this episode of the You Are Not Broken podcast, I discuss key insights from the recent Menopause Society Conference, covering a range of topics related to menopause, perimenopause, hormonal impacts, mental health, sexual health, and the importance of advocacy for women's health. The conversation emphasizes the need for better understanding and treatment options for women experiencing...

Max Lugavere discusses his journey into researching dementia prevention and the importance of lifestyle factors in maintaining brain health. He emphasizes the need for early intervention and the identification of biomarkers that can indicate risk for cognitive decline. The conversation also touches on the influence of the alcohol and food industries on public health guidelines, the role of physicians in prevention, and the power of individual agency in making healthy choices. In this...

I am back with Caroline Labouchere! Our conversation explores the topic of libido and the factors that can affect it, such as upbringing, education, relationships, and hormones. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own thoughts and beliefs about sex and prioritizing a healthy sex life. The discussion also touches on the use of hormones and medications, such as Addyi and Vyleesi, to address low libido. The conversation highlights the complexity of sexuality and the need for a...

My book comes out this week! Order it here! In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Lauren Streicher discuss the topic of testosterone. They address the challenges of discussing testosterone in short social media posts and the misconceptions surrounding its use. They emphasize the importance of educating women about testosterone and the need for more research in this area. The conversation covers various aspects of testosterone, including its role as a human hormone, its use in...

Is your sex life everything you want it to be? If you're like most women, the answer might be "no." But it’s not your fault. Hollywood's fantasies and society’s silence have set us up for disappointment. We're rarely taught what truly makes sex fulfilling for women—why understanding our bodies matters, and how prioritizing our pleasure isn't just important, but essential. In You Are Not Broken, Dr. Kelly Casperson—a urologist, coach, and woman who’s also asked, "Is this really it?"—offers a...

Pre Order my book: You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Naomi Potter discuss menopause myths and misconceptions, focusing on topics such as vaginal estrogen, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and testosterone. They highlight the importance of educating women about the safety and benefits of these treatments, as well as the need for women to advocate for themselves in healthcare. They also address the cultural stigma around menopause and...

Pre Order my book: You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life In this conversation, Kelly Casperson and Caroline Labouchere discuss the topic of testosterone in women. They cover various aspects of testosterone, including its effects, misconceptions, and benefits. They also touch on related topics such as hormone replacement therapy, sexual desire, and the use of medications like Addyi. The conversation emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment and the need for...

Pre order the book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over Your Sex Life" In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson answers various questions related to hormones, menopause, sexual dysfunction, and hormone replacement therapy. She discusses topics such as testosterone levels, DHEA, estrogen, the use of hormones in skincare, the role of estrone in inflammation, consent in sexual activity, FSH in menopause, the conversion of testosterone to estrogen, and the importance of advocating...

Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist, joins Dr. Kelly Casperson to discuss the connection between hormones and heart health in midlife women. They highlight the importance of addressing heart disease, the number one killer of women, and the need to raise awareness about it. Dr. Morgan shares her journey from being a cardiologist to focusing on menopause and women's health during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the symptoms of heart disease in women, the role of cholesterol and statins, and...

275 Delaying Menopause - Understanding the Ovary Dr. Jennifer Garrison, a researcher and assistant professor at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, discusses her work on women's health and aging. She explains that her goal is to understand the underlying mechanisms of aging and develop interventions that promote women's health. Dr. Garrison focuses on the role of the hypothalamus, a part of the brain that controls various homeostatic systems in the body, including reproductive...

Erin Keating, founder of Hotter Than Ever, joins Kelly Casperson on the You Are Not Broken podcast to discuss women in comedy, the power of humor, and the journey of self-discovery and reinvention in midlife. Erin shares her personal story of leaving a successful career, going through a divorce, and reclaiming pleasure and joy in her life. She emphasizes the importance of women embracing their power and agency and the need for deeper conversations and connections in midlife. Erin also talks...

Dr. Kelly Casperson,is interviewed by Dr. Maria Uloko. She shares her journey and passion for women's sexual health and menopause. She discusses how urology protected her soul and allowed her to stay in medicine. She emphasizes the importance of educating patients and being a medical translator to bridge the gap between research and patient care. Dr. Casperson also addresses the issue of medical gaslighting and the need for doctors to have open and honest conversations about the potential...

272 When Medicine Fails You - Start A Company Monica Molenaar and Anne Fulenwider, co-founders of Alloy, discuss their journey into menopause and the creation of their company. They highlight the lack of information and inconsistent advice they received from doctors, leading them to start a platform that provides women with credible information, support, and access to hormone replacement therapy. They emphasize the importance of validation and listening to women's concerns, as well as the...

271. What Every Couple Needs To Know About Women's Hormones In this episode, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses women's hormones and their impact on sexual health with sex therapist, Amanda Louder on her "Sex For Saints" podcast. She emphasizes that libido is influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. The conversation focuses on perimenopause and postmenopause, highlighting the lack of education and information available to women in these stages of life. Dr. Casperson...

Dr. Eve Henry, an internal medicine physician, joins Dr. Kelly Casperson on the You Are Not Broken podcast to discuss the importance of optimizing health span and preventing disease. They emphasize the need for a shift in the medical system from disease management to wellness and prevention. They also highlight the role of hormones in women's health, particularly during perimenopause. They discuss the benefits of hormone therapy for symptom management and prevention of conditions like...

Dr. Maria Sophocles discusses her TED Talk on sex in midlife and the bedroom gap between men and women. She explains the physiological changes that occur in the vulva and vagina during midlife and how they can affect a woman's sex life. She emphasizes the importance of vaginal estrogen as a preventative medicine and the need for better education and communication between clinicians and patients. Dr. Sophocles also highlights the need for couples to have open and honest conversations about...

Dr. Kelly Casperson shares her experience at the BC Sexual Health Research Networking Event at the University of British Columbia. She discusses various topics including sexual health, dating apps, virtual reality for vaginismus, and more. The event highlighted the importance of understanding the bio-psycho-social aspects of sexual health and the need for better sexual education. Dr. Casperson emphasizes that there are researchers and professionals dedicated to improving people's sex lives...

267. Kelly and Stacy London on "Hello Menopause" Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the lack of education and research around menopause, the role of testosterone in female physiology, and the challenges of hormone therapy. She emphasizes the need for more funding for human research and the importance of individualized treatment for menopause. Dr. Casperson also addresses the restrictions and challenges in prescribing testosterone for women. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to...

Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist specializing in comprehensive sexual health, discusses her journey into urology and sex medicine. She shares how she became interested in urology through a serendipitous encounter with a female urologist and her passion for surgery. Dr. Uloko also talks about the importance of representation in medicine and her research on vulvar health. She highlights the need for better healthcare policies and advocacy to improve patient care and physician well-being. The...