The Menopause Disruptor Podcast

Have you ever wondered what exercises are best for menopausal women? In this episode of All Things Menopausal, Mary dives into the intersection of fitness, nutrition, and menopause with renowned wellness expert, Alicia Jones.  With a focus on holistic health, Alicia offers invaluable insights tailored for women over 50. Inspired by her grandmother's health journey, Alicia emphasizes the impor...

This is a solo episode, released on Mother's Day to pay homage to the generation of mothers of today and yesterday.  I will take you on a  personal journey highlighting May as both Mental Health Month and the importance of open discussions on menopause. The episode concludes with a special guided meditation aimed at healing and empowering women through the intuitive wisdom of the sacral chakr...

Have you ever wondered about alternative therapies for menopause symptoms?  In this episode of All Things Menopausal, Mary dives deep into the world of sound and energy healing with guest, Paula Schuster. With over 25 years of experience as a coach, mentor, and practitioner she shares the significance of energy work in healing, and the potential of Reiki to elicit profound personal transformations...

How can my pelvic floor health help me through menopause? What is andropause? Why should I consider my hormonal changes during menopause? In this episode of All Things Menopausal, Francois Gagnon, Chief Medical Exercise Specialist at the Other Pain Clinic, dives into the multifaceted realm of menopause, pelvic floor health, hormonal transitions, & andropause. With 15+ years of experience in em...

In this episode of All Things Menopausal, Ray Doktor, Psy. D. (yes, his last name is Doktor!) discusses the benefits of integrating Eastern and Western healing approaches and practical tools for self-discovery. Over the past 27 years Ray Doktor, Psy. D. has helped over 6k clients break through limiting beliefs, have better relationships, and improve their family life through relationship & lif...

In this solo episode, I delve into the lesser-explored connection between menopause and PTSD, particularly in women with service in uniform backgrounds. Drawing from my own professional journey, I shed light on how hormonal shifts during menopause can intensify PTSD symptoms, presenting a distinct challenge for serving and veteran women. Throughout the episode, I stress the significance of cogniti...

Hey there listeners, I'm sharing with you an important albeit brief discussion on the dreaded weight gain with menopause because this topic is so prevalent among women.  It deserves more attention but let me just emphasis the importance of lifestyle choices including exercise, diet, sleep management and stress reduction - more four pillars to menopause management that I share with my clients....

In this episode, I engage in the most raw and captivating conversation with Angel Forrest, a celebrated singer-songwriter, as she shares her compelling narrative of navigating menopause. Angel shares the magic of the transformative power of music, holistic symptom managment practices, and self-acceptance in embracing the unique menopausal experience, while also underscoring the importance of stres...

Here we are at episode 25! In this episode I get deep into a very difficult and very emotional discussion surrounding addiction with Rebecca Gillis.  Rebecca has walked that journey spending decades as a n addict stuck in trauma, false beliefs, and low self-esteem.  Remarkably she turned it around and today she helps others get through those layers of hell to reach higher levels of healing, purpos...

In this episode with Kristin Wilson, we delve into a discussion about the importance of community, spirituality, and empathy during the menopausal transition.  Kristin is a the host of the Solidarity Sister! Podcast. Her podcast and corresponding Facebook group are designed to empower women with practical tools for building powerful communities and leaning in through both joy and trauma.  In our c...

In this episode with Kim Hynes, a certified nutritional coach and host of The Emotional Eats Podcast, we explore the challenges of emotional eating and body image issues in midlife. Kim discusses the significance of intuitive eating, the impact of cultural and societal influences on women's perceptions of food and body image, and the importance of listening to one's body for a healthier...

Here we are with my very first Epic Mini. It's quick, it’s quirky yet a helpful little summary of the journey through menopause. My little play on the famous Shakespearean line, "To thine own self be true" from Hamlet is the idea of being honest with oneself, but knowledgeable on the chemical messengers in our bodies that are wrecking havoc on our physical and mental wellbeing. So,...

In this episode I am joined by John Merkus, host of the podcast Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness. John is one of the authorities on accelerated personal achievement. He is a compelling speaker on a broad range of motivation, performance, health, and productivity subjects. His presentations illustrate the essential concepts behind greater performance, increased productivity, and exciteme...

In Episode 20, I am joined by Kristina Driscoll, host of She’s Brave Podcast, in a vulnerable conversation about a journey of overcoming challenges, redefining purpose, and living authentically as we navigate through experiences such as marriage, caregiving, menopause, and eventually discovering empowerment with podcasting.  Kristina emphasises the importance of embracing change, sharing our story...

In this episode Kim Rahir shares her inspirational journey from battling Multiple Sclerosis (MS) to becoming a health coach for middle aged women, with a focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle. She is also a competition weightlifter and, at the age of 60, became the European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category.  Our conversation centres around empowerment through...

In this episode, I am joined Heidi and Sue of Love Elemental. Together, they share more than 50 years combined experience and knowledge in the field of metaphysics. As spiritual channelers, they share profound messages from spirit guides, a collective consciousness known as the United Souls of Heaven and Earth (The ‘US’).  Through their work with Love Elemental, Heidi and Sue offer guidance and he...

In this episode, I share in a heartfelt inspiring conversation about the healing vibration of your voice, the importance of self-love, women in community, and the important journey we are all on to return back to our truth.   Meet Karen Novy is a spiritual teacher, a mother, an author, a singer-songwriter, a Vocal Empowerment Coach and a self-love advocate. She loves to help people realize their i...

Episode 16 is a conversation about the healing benefits of breath work with my guest Lo Bundy. Lo is a Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator based in Nova Scotia, Canada. She is also a nurse of 15 years, a mom of two, and wife to a firefighter. Her goal as a facilitator is to help people heal traumas, and to learn how to regulate their nervous system from anxiety and chaos to calm and balanced. I...

This is an engaging and spicy episode with Holly Bridges, a comedian, retired broadcast journalist, author, and a cherished longtime friend.  Our conversation spans a myriad of subjects, delving into the realms of women's health, menopause, humor, and reflections on life's diverse experiences – encompassing both the positive and challenging aspects - from our fulfilling careers to juggli...

In Episode 14, we address the Sandwich Generation with Allison K. Wyman. As a family caregiving attorney, consultant, and coach, Allison helps caregivers reduce conflict and regret, save time and money, and sanity. A two-time cancer caregiver to her parents and current caregiver for her mom, Allison has spent nearly 20 years personally and professionally working in the caregiving space, which she...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Alison Fraser King who shares her journey into the world of podcasting, the importance of investing in oneself and how to foster a healthy attitude towards aging.  Alison is a journalist, writer and champion of women who have something to say. She's the host of the Women Who Podcast and is also the facilitator of the Women Who Podcast membership whic...

In this episode I'm talking today with Dr. Fiona Lovely, a women’s health expert with specialties in functional medicine, functional neurology and restorative endocrinology.  Based in Calgary Alberta Canada, Dr. Lovely’s practice focus is to find the root cause of dis-ease, reaching all aspects of health and making space for wellness. She has lectured on the topics of women’s health, hormone...

Episode 11 is a joyful conversation with Wendy Nixon Stothert that will raise your vibration! Wendy serves as the choral conductor for seven distinct community choirs in the Comox Valley and was my coral director at one time. She shares her vast knowledge about the physical and mental benefits of singing. Wendy embarked on her musical journey at the age of 6, and has been unwavering since then. Wi...

Welcome to Episode 10! In today's episode, I had the fortunate opportunity to chat with an entrepreneurial trailblazer in the world of women’s healthcare innovation. In this episode, you are going to learn  about the inspiration behind Lauren Barker’s  decision to get behind a revolutionary product to address urinary incontinence. Lauren is the CEO of Uresta.  Uresta was founded by world-reno...

Welcome to Episode 9, a deep dive into the transformative healing journey of perimenopause and menopause with the insightful Kim Holmes. Kim has been devoted to the practice of therapeutic yoga for addiction and trauma since 2014 and has evolved into a dedicated yoga therapist specializing in women's health, with a primary focus on perimenopause. Kim's approach integrates somatic and emb...