Wellness, Wine & WTF

This episode is the one I hoped I would never have to record, but it is also the one my heart insisted on sharing. I talk through my mom’s Alzheimer’s journey, how it shaped my life, and why it still influences the choices I make every single day. It is emotional, honest, and very real, so thank you for letting me bring you into this part of my world. I also dig into what Alzheimer’s actually is,...

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Lea Wood, nurse practitioner and regenerative medicine expert, to talk about the one topic most people avoid but everyone’s curious about - sexual wellness.  We explore how sex impacts physical and emotional health, why hormones matter more than you think, and how treatments like the O Shot and P Shot are changing lives (and relationships).  From horm...

Today’s episode is thought provoking.  I’m chatting with Dr Jeff Farrah - a chiropractor and nurse practitioner who’s spent nearly two decades helping people feel their best through hormone optimization, medical weight loss and longevity.  We talk about what it really means to live well for longer - from diet and exercise to recovery, brain health and peptides.  Expect honest insights, a few light...

Ever wondered if your supplement stash is actually helping or just making your pee expensive? In this episode, I’m cutting through the confusion about vitamins and supplements, sharing what really works, what’s worth your money, and what’s just hype. From magnesium and creatine to fish oil and B12, I break down the real science behind the bottles — all while sharing a few laugh-out-loud “WTF” supp...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Carlo Reyes to explore how spiritual longevity medicine, preventative health, and hormone therapy can completely change the way we age.  We talk about why perimenopause is the most overlooked stage in women’s health, how BHRT works beyond just easing symptoms, and why addressing the root cause matters more than masking it. This isn’t just about hormones, it’s ab...

Let’s get real about something so many women quietly deal with but rarely talk about, even with their partners or doctors - painful sex.  In this episode, I share why changes during perimenopause and menopause can lead to discomfort, UTIs, and low desire, and what we can actually do about it.  From probiotics to hormone therapy, and my go-to choice of pellet therapy, I break down the options, shar...

On today’s episode, we’re talking about Crohn’s disease with someone very close to me, Elizabeth Sciarra I’ve known her since she was five, and she’s sharing her story of being diagnosed as a teenager, the challenges she faced, and how she’s managed to build such a full, happy life while living with an autoimmune condition.  It’s honest, eye-opening, and at times even funny - the kind of chat that...

Dating over 50, menopause, low energy, high anxiety… we went there. In this episode, Melissa sits down with her friend Dolvett Quince for an honest chat about hormones, libido, self-care, and what really changes in your body and relationships as you age. From BHRT to breathing techniques, they share what works, what doesn’t, and why laughter still belongs at the table. It’s personal, it’s refreshi...

Melissa and her daughter Alexandra mix up their signature mojitos while getting real about women’s health at every stage of life. From teenage cramps that knock you sideways, to fertility struggles, PCOS, PMDD, and the rollercoaster of menopause, nothing is off the table. They share honest experiences, what’s helped, and why conversations about hormones matter just as much as the cocktail in your...

What if the things you’ve been told about weight, stress, and hormones are only part of the story? In this episode, Melissa is joined by Dr. Renee Young, a naturopathic doctor who doesn’t sugar-coat the science or shame women for how they manage their health. They get into GLP-1 meds, PCOS, stress, and why your body isn’t "failing" you. Whether you’re on medication, thinking about it, or sick of t...

EPISODE ONE SHOWNOTES In this first episode of Wellness, Wine and WTF , Melissa sets the tone for the kind of podcast that feels more like a chat with your wisest, funniest friend. She shares her story - from Sicilian roots and pesto recipes to leading in the health and hormone space for over 25 years. You’ll hear why wellness isn’t just green juice and gym memberships, and how this show is about...

Aging gracefully? Overrated. This show is about doing life with audacity, laughter, and the kind of honesty you usually save for your closest friends. I’m Melissa Vinci, CEO of Pelicome, mother, partner, and a woman navigating hormones, wellness, and all the WTF moments midlife throws at us. Each week, you’ll hear experts share wisdom on health, longevity, and resilience, alongside real women’s st...