The Fanny Mechanic

WE DIVE INTO the topic of the Mediterranean Diet. WE GO DEEP with dietician Stefanie Valakas also known as the Dietologist. Stefanie OPENS UP about what the Mediterranean diet is and why it’s hailed as the world healthiest diet from benefiting mental health, heart health, diabetes and reproduction. Should everyone trying to conceive follow the Mediterranean diet? What kind of fish are consum...

WE DIVE INTO something a little different. I was interviewed for a great podcast show called the LGBTQ+ Let’s Get Behind the Questions PODCAST . I GO DEEP with hosts Nic Hennessy and Nick Christian and I’m sharing this episode with you. So who are Nick and Nic?   They are the dynamic duo who host Woolworths Group's first LGBTQ+ Podcast Let's Get Behind the Questions. Thi...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Teas for General Health. WE GO DEEP with naturopath and owner of Apotheca , Anthia Koullouros. I introduced Anthia in the previous episode of the Fanny Mechanic, where we talked about her philosophy behind her tea making and lots of other things tea. In this episode, Anthia OPENS UP further about the wonderful, general health benefits of drinking her teas and how she goes...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of Teas and Gynaecology. WE GO DEEP with naturopath and owner of Apotheca, Anthia Koullouros. Anthia OPENS UP about the wonderful benefits of drinking tea and how she goes about creating her teas including her latest range inspired by Greece. We chat about her PMS and perimenopause blend – The Graces. Its ingredients….from sage to rose petals. Why did Anthia get...

WE DIVE INTO the topic of donor sperm counselling. WE GO DEEP with fertility counsellor Dr Melissa Oxlad. Melissa OPENS UP about the reasons why counselling is necessary prior to the use of donor sperm. Why do people using donor sperm need counselling? How many sessions of counselling are needed? What topics are covered in counselling? What are the risks and benefits of using donor sperm? What are...

WE GO FOR OUR LAST 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.  This is the 4th and final episode where Alex and I dissect the last 3 chapters of Dr Piet’s book all about the penis. We discuss chapters on penile abnormalities, the disturbed relationship between man a...

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 schlong conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book. In this 3rd episode we go through chapters in the book covering sperm and men’s plumbing. We follow the p...

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 schlong conversations based on each chapter of Dr Piet’s book. In this 2nd episode we go through chapters in the book covering foreskin, circumcision, premat...

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 pen...

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...

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...

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?  W...

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 sessio...

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 choo...

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 t...

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 sh...

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...

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 a...

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 disc...

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 an...

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 t...

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...

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...

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 a...

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 educati...