The Hairy Chin Podcast

Free sign up for The Hairy Chin Newsletter: https://thehairychin.beehiiv.com/ In this episode, I'm talking about why I believe women's health does not start at midlife, and why two things taking over my feed right now brought that belief straight to the surface. The first is Melinda French Gates committing $215 million to women's health. The second is a McKinsey report estimating that closing the...

Free Sign up for The Hairy Chin Newsletter: https://thehairychin.beehiiv.com/ In this episode, I talk about a familiar but often overlooked moment after most doctor's appointments: walking out without a clear plan. We've spent this season focusing on how to prepare for appointments, organize symptoms, and advocate for ourselves inside the exam room. But preparation only gets us so far if we leave...

Download the Advocacy Abroad Toolkit here. If no link is available yet, sign up for The Hairy Chin Newsletter below for updates on its release. https://thehairychin.beehiiv.com/ In this episode, I'm sharing the upsetting experience of my Mom's fall on a rainy bridge in Spain, and what that taught us about preparing for medical emergencies while traveling. According to the International Society of...

Free Sign up for The Hairy Chin Newsletter: https://thehairychin.beehiiv.com/ In this episode, I'm talking honestly about what I discovered during a routine skin check that changed my understanding of melanoma risk, sun damage, and why so many women are skipping dermatology appointments altogether. After finding a suspicious spot on my radiated breast, I went on a journey that taught me about the...

I have been waiting to release an episode about women and ADHD and this conversation has been so worth the wait! In this episode, I speak with Kate Moryoussef about what late diagnosis actually looks like, why it takes so long, and what women can do to move their care forward when the system keeps calling it something else. Kate is an ADHD coach, author of the DK-published ADHD Women's Wellbeing T...

In this episode, I’m talking honestly about what happens when your body reaches its limit, even when you’re trying to do everything “right.” After weeks of pushing too hard, spending too much time on screens, not sleeping enough, and trying to keep up with a packed schedule, I ended up with a severe migraine that completely stopped me in my tracks for almost two weeks. I spend a lot of time talkin...

If you’ve ever laid awake exhausted, replaying your to-do list at 2AM, wondering why you still feel tired no matter how much sleep you get, this episode is for you. In this Expert Interview on The Hairy Chin Podcast, I welcome Dr. Alison Kole, a triple board-certified sleep medicine physician, to talk about insomnia, sleep apnea, burnout, ADHD, exhaustion, supplements, jet lag, screen time, and wh...

In this new episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast, I'm talking about what happens when you can't communicate for yourself in a medical setting. And while that's a scary thought, this episode isn't here to scare you, it's here to prepare you. One of the tools I walk you through is simple, often overlooked, and actually sitting in your phone right now. I'm talking about the Medical ID. It takes less tha...

Pain is one of the most common reasons women go to the doctor, and also one of the most commonly dismissed areas of female health. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to describe pain to your doctor in a way that can be understood and evaluated. Since pain is subjective and difficult to measure, doctors rely heavily on how it’s communicated, and most women are never taught how to explain their...

If you've ever wanted to know what happens when a female walks into a crowded emergency room with “the worst headache of her life," then this episode is for you. In this Chin Chats, I’m joined by Golda Arthur, creator and host of the Overlooked podcast, as she shares her real-life ER experience and what it reveals about how women are treated when they’re in pain. Emergency rooms run on scales, cod...

No matter where you search for health information, online, social media, AI, at some point you will inevitably sit face to face with a physician. And communicating what’s happening in your body in a way that your doctor can interpret matters more than most women realize. In this episode, I'm sharing a simple but powerful communication formula, and some specific language shifts, that have genuinely...

In this episode, I’m breaking down the rise of health influencers and what it means for women’s health. From my perspective as a patient, content creator, and creative professional, I explore how we got here, and why so many women are turning to social media for answers. I talk about the growing disconnect between patients and the healthcare system, especially for women dealing with chronic illnes...

In this advocacy episode, I share the simplest and most effective health advocacy tool I've ever used: one single structured page that helps you organize your information, communicate clearly with your doctor, and make the most of every appointment. Most medical appointments last between 10-20 minutes, which is not much time to explain your symptoms, ask questions, and walk out with a plan. Especi...

Have you ever avoided scheduling a doctor's appointment, or held back a question during one, because something about it felt too embarrassing or exposing? If so, you're not alone. Not even close. In this second episode of my second second double opener, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most significant and least talked about barriers to women's healthcare: body self-consciousness. This i...

If you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment feeling unheard, confused, or unsure of what just happened, this episode and new season of The Hairy Chin Podcast is for you. In this double episode opener, I’m redefining what healthcare advocacy actually means for women. Spoiler: it has nothing to do with being confrontational, having a bold personality, or arguing with your doctor. Advocacy is...

Welcome to The Hairy Chin Podcast , hosted by women’s health educator and patient-turned advocate Spencer Moore . After more than thirty years navigating complex diagnoses and healthcare systems, Spencer realized something: women are constantly told to advocate for themselves, but almost no one teaches them how. The Hairy Chin and our podcast exist to close that gap. In our second season, the Hair...

In this episode, Dr. Tali Arviv, board-certified in internal medicine and practicing cosmetic dermatologist, breaks down the world of aesthetics through a grounded, honest lens. She and Spencer Moore talk about why women seek aesthetic procedures, how confidence shapes our choices, and how to navigate the overwhelming amount of information surrounding aging, injectables, and cosmetic surgery. Dr....

In this Chin Chats episode, Spencer shares her personal experience using the GLP-1 medication Wegovy. She shares why she was prescribed it, how it affected her symptoms, what side effects she experienced, and what she learned about hunger, inflammation, cravings, and the emotional side of eating. This is not medical advice, just one lived experience inside a complex health journey. TAKEAWAYS Spenc...

In this conversation with Spencer Moore, friendship expert Alex Alexander discusses the importance of friendships, the dynamics involved, and how to navigate them, even in the context of chronic illness. She emphasizes that friendships are not just about having a best friend but are a spectrum of connections that can provide support in various ways. The discussion also touches on the challenges of...

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we are re-releasing our interview with Dr. Corrine Ellsworth-Beaumont, founder of the Know Your Lemons Foundation. A life-saving foundation that focuses on educating breast health, breast cancer prevention and breast cancer awareness. Corinne shares her personal journey with breast cancer loss and how it inspired her to create a visually engaging platform...

Summary: In this bonus episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast , host Spencer Moore and guest Cathy Williams explore the theme of intuition through guided meditation, creative practices, and personal reflections. Cathy leads listeners in a meditation to connect with their intuition, encouraging them to visualize and engage with their inner guidance. She guides a creative arts practice as well as a creat...

Summary: Host Spencer Moore and guest Cathy Williams delve into the significance of intuition, particularly for women, and how it can be a powerful ally in self-advocacy and personal growth. They explore the societal pressures that often lead to the suppression of intuition, the journey of reconnecting with one's inner voice, and the impact of shame on decision-making. Through personal stories and...

In this Chin Chats episode, Spencer shares her personal journey navigating severe eczema, nickel allergies , and the hidden allergens lurking in your makeup bag. She unpacks how hidden metals like nickel, cobalt, mica, and iron oxides in your make-up bag could be causing your skin reactions, and what to do about it! You’ll learn: Why mica and shimmer makeup might trigger your eczema What a nickel...

In this episode, host Spencer Moore chats with Charlotte Bayala, founder of the Cancer Caregiver podcast. Together, they explore the challenges women face as caregivers, from societal expectations and anticipatory grief to the importance of self-care. Charlotte shares her personal story, offers practical tips for managing burnout, and highlights the value of community and honest conversations in c...

In our fourth episode of Chin Chats, Spencer talks about Spain's #1 prescribed pain medication Metamizole, commonly known as Nolotil. She explains the severe interactions tourists have faced when taken this medication, and how to advocate for yourself to refuse pharmaceutical treatment. About Host Spencer Moore: Spencer Moore, founder of The Hairy Chin, is a passionate advocate for patient educati...