Phoenix Sound by Kel Myers

You’re sitting in a sterile exam room, the hum of fluorescent lights filling the silence. You’ve listed your symptoms carefully, like evidence presented in court. The pain is constant, your body a storm you can’t quiet. The test results come back “normal.” Your doctor leans back, smiles softly, and asks: “Have you considered stress? Maybe anxiety?” Your reality — the pain, the history, the instinc...

Let’s talk about loneliness. Not the quiet moments of solitude we choose, but the aching isolation that burrows into your bones, amplifying every twinge of chronic pain and whispering you’re unseen. Growing up in a cult like the Jehovah’s Witnesses, I felt this keenly. Every morning at primary school, I endured the pain of my classmates leaving for assembly while I sat alone in the classroom, rubb...

Let’s talk about pain. Not the kind you can shake off with a paracetamol and a good night’s sleep, but the kind that burrows deep, rewires your life, and dares you to keep going. If you’re a woman, chances are you know this pain intimately. Studies show that over 30% of people worldwide live with chronic pain, but women bear the brunt - up to 34.6% of us report it, compared to 27.1% of men [ 1 ]....

"Percys had my soul, Percys had my soul!” – Percocet by Dave East & Araabmuzik The opioid crisis didn’t just happen. It was designed. For decades, marginalised communities across the world have been over-policed, over-prescribed, and systematically left to deal with the wreckage alone. The war on drugs tore families apart—nowhere more visibly than in the U.S., where harsh sentencing laws and corpo...

SHOW NOTES: Watch 'In Plain Sight' documentary demo story here Support funding for 'In Plain Sight' here Learn more about United In Compassion here TRANSCRIPT: [00:00:00] Kel: I'm Kel Myers and this is Phoenix Sound. Today I'm joined by Lucy Haslam, retired nurse, health advocate, and co-founder of United in Compassion, the driving force behind medical cannabis reform in Australia. Lucy's journey...

For decades, the conversation around plant-based medicine has been clouded by stigma, misinformation, and regulatory roadblocks. But that’s starting to change. Stuart Marsh—Chief Commercial Officer of Cannim and a key contributor to the groundbreaking docuseries High Science® —joins me to discuss how science, patient stories, and a shifting cultural landscape are transforming the way we think abou...

For more information on the COMPASS Program: www.cannabiswarehouse.com.au/compass www.ausmca.org TRANSCRIPT Kel: I'm Kel Myers and this is Phoenix Sound. My guest today is Eric Chan, COO of Cannabis Warehouse, an end to end logistics business aiming to bring Australia's gold standard medical cannabis system to the world. Eric has also played a crucial role in launching COMPASS, Australia's first c...

In this transformative episode of Phoenix Sound , I sit down with Amanda Blesing, a powerhouse in women's leadership and negotiation. Amanda’s mission is clear: to help women rise from the ashes of outdated systems and claim their rightful place in every sphere—whether it’s in the boardroom or the doctor’s office. Together, we discuss how to ignite your personal transformation by harnessing the po...

More information on Susie Alegre: Books: https://linktr.ee/susiealegre Website: www.susiealegre.com Consulting website: https://alegre.ai TRANSCRIPT: Kel: [00:00:00] I'm Kel Myers, and this is Phoenix Sound. Joining me in conversation today is Susie Alegre, international human rights lawyer and author of the new book, Human Rights, Robot Wrongs, Being Human in the Age of AI, in which she explores...

For more info on The Lumir Mission Plant-based Medicine for Primary Dysmenorrhoea (Period Pain) Study head here TRANSCRIPT Kel: I'm Kel Myers and you're listening to Phoenix Sound. In today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Kylie O'Brien, Chief Scientific Officer at Cannim Group. Under her leadership, Cannim is sponsoring the Lumir Mission plant based medicine for primary dysmenorrhea study,...

In this enlightening episode of Phoenix Sound, host Kel Myers delves deeper into the world of medicinal cannabis with Dr Amy Carmichael, an authorised prescriber in medicinal cannabis and a lifestyle and functional medical doctor with over 17 years of experience. Join us as we unpack the ethics of the medicinal cannabis industry, explore what a patient-centred approach to care looks like in this s...

In this episode of Phoenix Sound, host Kel Myers sits down with Dr. Amy Carmichael, a leading expert in medicinal cannabis and a passionate advocate for women's health. Together, they delve into the complexities of living with endometriosis and explore how medicinal cannabis is emerging as a promising alternative for managing chronic pain. The first of a two-part series, join us as Dr. Amy shares...

In this episode of Phoenix Sound, host Kel Myers interviews Sam Costa, CEO of CHARLI, the first Australian AI women's health tracking app designed to revolutionise healthcare for women, particularly those with chronic conditions like endometriosis. Sam shares the inspiration behind CHARLI, the extensive research and collaboration with Endometriosis Australia, and how the app aims to improve health...

In this inspiring episode of Phoenix Sound, join host Kel Myers as we welcome Donna Ciccia, co-founder of Endometriosis Australia. Discover how Donna dove into the unknown to spearhead a national movement, greatly enhancing awareness and support for endometriosis. From its grassroots beginnings to becoming a beacon of hope, learn about the transformative journey of Endometriosis Australia and the...

In this week's episode, I'm joined by fashion designer and creative Katya Komarova.  Katya is not only a celebrated designer, as someone who's lived with the reality of endometriosis for over two decades- she's a beacon of perseverance and adaptability. Fueled by courage and an unwavering commitment to her craft, Katia's designs, known for their elegance, simplicity, and sustainability, reflect he...

Today we're venturing into the vibrant world of fashion with our guest, award winning personal stylist and founder of Mad About Fashion, Maddy Forster. Maddy's not just passionate about trends and textiles, she's mad about fashion as a form of personal expression and empowerment. As someone who has faced her own personal health battles living with endometriosis, Maddie really understands all too w...

To kick off our episodes to mark Endometriosis Awareness Month, I interview Dr. Kirsten Peters - a clinical researcher on the brink of a groundbreaking breakthrough in the way we diagnose Endometriosis.  More on Proteomics International https://www.linkedin.com/company/proteomics-international/   Get full access to Phoenix Sound by Kel Myers at phoenixsound.substack.com/subscribe