Best Susan Saunders Podcasts (2024)

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#153 Skincare Secrets For Menopause And Beyond; with Sarah Murrell 27:44

6h ago27:44

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This week, I'm chatting to Sarah Murrell. You may have seen her story in newspapers and magazines. If not, do listen to this week's video or podcast. Sarah shares her amazing story of how her sister's cancer diagnosis inspired her to create a unique natural facial oil to help her recover (it went on to receive critical acclaim, earning a legion of …

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Freddy Mutanguha & Hope Azeda + Peace Jolis 37:37

5h ago37:37

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Freddy Mutanguha, who is the CEO of the Aegis Trust – the organization that built the Kigali Genocide Memorial – describes surviving the genocide, and visiting the childhood friend who murdered his mother in prison. Woven into Freddy’s story are poems that Rwandan art activist and author Hope Azeda wrote about speaking to children about the genocid…

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S4 E15 Vision 2024: Oak Ridge Completes a Cleanup Milestone- 08.26.24 - Joanna Hardin, DOE Federal Portfolio Director, East Tennessee Technology Park 24:32

1h ago24:32

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Each year, the Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management publishes a list of cleanup priorities for its sites around the country. Progress in the cleanup program is measured by how well these milestones are met. This week, the Gone Fission Nuclear Report joins in celebrating completion a major cleanup goal on DOE’s Oak Ridge Reserva…

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What We've Been Up To with Dr. Wiggy and Emily 22:51

4h ago22:51

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It's been MONTHS since we were both on a podcast episode and today's finally the day! We dig into our current fitness regimens, postpartum struggles, prioritizing marriage, honoring each other as spouses, our new school, new work projects and more! Thanks for tuning in and let us know what medical and wellness topics you would like for us to cover …

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Abortion Pills On The Internet: What You Need To Know with Dottie Powers and Melissa Lentz RN 33:54

14h ago33:54

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Did you know that anyone of any age can order abortion pills over the internet with no physician guidance, no supervision, no verification of pregnancy and no place to turn when emergencies arise? Not only are the ethics of these practices beyond questionable, but incredibly unsafe for women and girls facing unplanned pregnancies. Dottie Powers, As…

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W. Kamau Bell + Las Cafeteras 48:50

14d ago48:50

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During a performance at KQED Live, comedian and filmmaker W. Kamau Bell tells a story about his father’s 80th birthday party, and an extraordinary moment of collective effervescence. Scientist Dr. Shira Gabriel explains the mechanics behind collective effervescence, and one of Kamau’s favorite bands, Las Cafeteras, shares a brand-new song called “H…

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#152 The Gut-Brain Connection - 5 Ways to Strengthen It for Better Mood, Digestion, and Hormone Balance 10:19

1d ago10:19

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Ever felt a knot in your stomach when stressed about work, home, or relationships? Or maybe you notice your mood plummets after skipping or overindulging in a meal. That's your gut-brain axis at work! This complex network linking your gut and brain impacts not only your digestion and mood; it's also a crucial player in hormone regulation, potential…

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Cathy Kelly on 'Sisterhood' and the snobbishness around fiction by, for, and about, women 30:33

7d ago30:33

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This time I’m joined by author Cathy Kelly - Cathy is a former journalist whose debut novel, Woman To Woman, became an instant number one bestseller. Since then, she has published 22 novels, which have sold millions of copies globally. She has been a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF Ireland since 2005 and has visited many countries to report on UNICE…

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Viruses, Cancer and Vaccines with Dr. Tom Cowan MD 50:35

13d ago50:35

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Do viruses even exist? What is cancer actually? Are doctors actually experts? How should parents approach making vaccine decisions for their families? Dr. Tom Cowan joins the show to talk about his contrarian views on viruses, disease, sickness, cancer, shots and much more. This episode will definitely make you THINK! He also offers 4 simple focuse…

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Imbolo Mbue + Crys Matthews 33:21

23d ago33:21

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Bestselling Cameroonian-American author Imbolo Mbue shares an excerpt she chose from How Beautiful We Were, about a village’s collective fight against a fictional oil company. Scientist Dorsa Amir describes her research with the Shuar natives of Ecuador, and how cooperation against a common threat and polarization both contain risks and benefits. A…

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S4E14 Consent-Based Siting for Spent Nuclear Fuel: A National Conversation - 07/29/2024 - Energy Communities Alliance, Washington, DC 49:04

15d ago49:04

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The Gone Fission Nuclear Report travels to the nation’s capital this week to join a national conversation on next steps for identifying a community to host interim spent fuel storage from America’s nuclear power plants. Our podcast sponsor, the Energy Communities Alliance, convened a meeting of elected officials, community leaders, economic develop…

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#151 Escape Toxic Productivity And Reclaim Your Energy and Joy; With Tamu Thomas 45:45

23d ago45:45

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Juggling career demands, family responsibilities, and personal well-being can feel like an impossible balancing act, especially for women dealing with perimenopause. I’ve been there myself, and it can be exhausting. Sooner or later, something's got to give. That’s why I was thrilled to chat with Tamu Thomas, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and a…

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Joyce Carol Oates + Ali Sethi 30:16

1M ago30:16

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At a live performance at Queens College, legendary author Joyce Carol Oates reads a piece about her beloved late husband Charlie Gross, called “Hospice / Honeymoon.” Psychologist and author Dr. Allison Applebaum talks about caregiving, and shares insights from her recent book, Stand By Me. And global superstar Ali Sethi shares a brand-new song writ…

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Cindy Gallop on why we should Make Love Not Porn... 35:43

1M ago35:43

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My guest this time is Cindy Gallop - consultant, coach, keynote speaker, and founder of MakeLoveNotPorn. I’ve been a fan of Cindy’s since I first watched the interview on the Style Like U channel that saw her become an older female role model not just to me, but to thousands of women of all ages (and apparently a few men too!). I was also lucky eno…

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Raising Boys To Men with Durenda Wilson 38:26

2M ago38:26

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Are you a boy mom? Raising boys in today’s cultural climate is a challenge. Boys are often misunderstood and misdiagnosed—when they are simply doing what their Creator wired them to do. As moms of boys, we can struggle to understand them and respond in a way that will encourage them toward the kind of manhood God has in mind.Durenda Wilson is truly…

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S4E13 Recruiting the Next Generation of Hanford Workers - 07/08/2024 - John Eschenberg, President/CEO, Central Plateau Cleanup Company 43:41

1M ago43:41

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Our guest on this week’s episode is John Eschenberg, President and Chief Executive Officer of Central Plateau Cleanup Company in Hanford Washington. An Amentum-led partnership with Fluor and Atkins, CPCCO is responsible for managing site operations, facility deactivation, decommissioning, decontamination and demolition, waste-site remediation, and …

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#150 Navigating Holiday Stress: The Challenge Of Truly Unplugging 7:17

1M ago7:17

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Summer is finally here, and for many of us, that means it's time for a well-deserved break. Whether you're jetting off to a sunny destination or enjoying a staycation, we all look forward to these moments to relax, recharge, and escape the daily grind. But how often does your much-anticipated time off live up to expectations? If you're anything lik…

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Susan Orlean + Diana Gameros 41:45

2M ago41:45

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At a live performance at KQED in San Francisco, bestselling author and New Yorker staff writer Susan Orlean tells a story about homing pigeons, and the heartbreaking implications of their extraordinary intelligence. Researcher Dr. Laura Simone Lewis shares her work with bonobos and chimpanzees, and the ways that their intelligence guides their unde…

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#149 7 Keys to a Happier, Simpler and More Creative Life; with Suzy Walker 45:32

2M ago45:32

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Think it’s too late in midlife to find happiness, reinvent yourself, and create something truly fulfilling? Allow this week’s guest to change your mind! Join me for my chat with Suzy Walker, former editor-in-chief of Psychologies Magazine and now writer and freelance journalist for The Daily Telegraph, Metro, and The Guardian. On the eve of her 50t…

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Tina Backhouse on the inequality in UK menopause support and HRT supply 36:31

2M ago36:31

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This time on the podcast my guest is Tina Backhouse, General Manager at Theramex. Tina joined Theramex in 2020 to lead the UK Women’s Health business, helping to establish them as the largest supplier of HRT & Menopause Products in the UK. She is passionate about ensuring equality of care for all women regarding their health in the UK, and that wom…

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Season 6 Trailer 1:46

2M ago1:46

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Season 6 is here, with the return of friends like Joyce Carol Oates and Susan Orlean, and new ones like W. Kamau Bell, Imbolo Mbue, Crys Matthews, and Ali Sethi! Episode 1 is out July 2ndBy Ben Arthur

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S4E12 The 2024 DOE Interns Have Arrived! --06/24/2024-- Maurice Thompson, Susan Sparks, Shannon Potter and Samina Mondal 1:05:54

2M ago1:05:54

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This is the time of year when hundreds of interns descend on DOE sites around the country. They are eager and enthusiastic, ready to soak up new information gleaned from being out of the classroom and on the job. They are a critical part of the essential pipeline that will ensure the Department of Energy's Environmental Management program will have…

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Breast Implant Illness: What You Need To Know with Dr. Robert Whitfield 30:12

3M ago30:12

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You've likely heard of illness potentially caused by breast implants, but might not understand the causes, symptoms or long term implications. Dr. Robert Whitfield joins the show to share his expertise on breast implant illness and how he became a holistically minded surgeon through meeting his patients' needs as a physician. Dr. Robert Whitfield h…

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#148 The Mind-Body Connection; How Meditation Can Make You Happier and Healthier 14:11

3M ago14:11

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If you’re interested in your health, you’ll know that meditation is good for us. It’s long been known to increase feelings of calm, happiness and peace, as well as improve our focus and creativity. What I didn’t know was that the mind-body connection is so much stronger than we think. If you practice meditation to foster more positive thoughts and …

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Dr Angela Wright on managing sexual dysfunction and GSM 35:13

3M ago35:13

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In this episode I welcome Dr Angela Wright from Spiced Pear Health. Angela is a GP, Menopause Specialist and Clinical Sexologist. She is particularly interested in improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms in women who have undergone cancer treatment. Angela is passionate about women’s health and sexology and is frequently asked to teach or…

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S4E11 Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center Celebrates 20 Years - 06/03/2024 - Melody Bell, Deputy Director, Aaron Deckard, Procurement Director 47:46

2M ago47:46

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DOE’s Environmental Management Consolidated Business Center (EMCBC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month. Called the “Swiss army knife of Environmental Management”, the EMCBC is a multi-faceted organization, serving as the centralized hub for procurement, financial management, and technical support for DOE’s environmental management progr…

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Simona Stokes explains how CBT can help us in perimenopause 39:16

3M ago39:16

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This time I welcome Simona Stokes, Counselling Psychologist and the Founder of Menopause CBT Clinic, an independent psychology practice which aims to support the psychological wellbeing of women going through the perimenopause and menopause. Based on her extensive clinical experience in this area, Simona has developed EMBERS® Menopause CBT Model wh…

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Baby Sleep 101 with Sleep Consultant Jessica Bryant 36:23

3M ago36:23

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If you are a parent of a baby this is a must listen episode! There is so much information out there about sleep schedules and priorities Jessica joins the show to help us understand what parents really need to understand and focus on to help their priorities thrive during the challenging seasons of babyhood. Download Jessica's free baby sleep miles…

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S4E10 Depleted UF6: A By-Product for Industry - 05/20/24 - Zak LaFontaine, DOE Program Director, Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion Program 26:21

3M ago26:21

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is more than tearing down aging, contaminated buildings. In this week’s episode of the Gone Fission Nuclear Report, we’ll take a look at another dimension of cleanup--the conversion of depleted uranium hexafluoride—or UF6--at Paducah, Kentucky, and Portsmouth, Ohio. A by-product of the conver…

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#147 Discover the 6 Pillars to a Stronger and Healthier Brain Through Menopause; With Susan Saunders 37:25

4M ago37:25

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One of the most obvious things you might be noticing as you get older (and a key symptom of menopause) is the way your brain works (or doesn’t!). And it can be scary. Especially if you have dementia in the family. While some decline is natural, exciting research reveals proactive steps we can take to nurture and protect our cognitive function for y…

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Susan Saunders walks us through The Power Decade and why it matters 32:53

3M ago32:53

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In this episode of the podcast I welcome back author and health coach Susan Saunders - Susan’s first appearance on the podcast back in November 2022 focused on preventing Alzheimer’s disease and has been one of our most popular episodes. Susan’s latest book The Power Decade published soon after that and will be out in paperback on 8th June (link be…

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A Holistic Approach to Allergies in Kids with Caroline Jones Integrative PA 28:15

4M ago28:15

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Do your kids struggle with allergies? Caroline Jones, Integrative PA, joins the show to share all things allergies.Why do we get allergies? Why are they so common in kids today? Caroline also shares how to treat both seasonal and food allergies from a holistic perspective and shares how sublingual immunotherapy can help! This episode is important f…

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S4E9 K-25 Reunion: Recalling Nuclear History - 05-06-24 - Dr. Harold Conner Jr. and Pam Toon 56:43

3M ago56:43

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On April 27, 2024, more than 650 former workers at the historic K-25 gaseous diffusion plant in Oak Ridge, TN, came together for their first-ever reunion. As Daniel Dassow wrote in the Knoxville News-Sentinel, it was the first time many had driven their private cars into the complex, the first time they weren’t required to show a badge and perhaps …

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Pre-Season Six Bonus Episode 10:29

4M ago10:29

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Bonus episode! News of the mildly delayed season six, as well as some upcoming live shows, including: 5/11 Joyce Carol Oates + Ali Sethi with special guests Tony Trischka and Dr. Allison Applebaum at LeFrak Concert Hall in Queens, NY 6/13 Susan Orlean + Diana Gameros with special guest Laura Simone Lewis at KQED in San Francisco 7/10 W. Kamau Bell …

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Tracy Bloom on why her midlife heroine is having The Time of Her Life... 23:54

3M ago23:54

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This time on Middling Along I chat to novelist Tracy Bloom about her latest book The Time of Her Life, which follows midlife heroine Kim through the disintegration of her marriage and her subsequent reinvention. We discuss the increase in midlife female protagonists - that TV is doing so well with the likes of Sarah Lancashire in Happy Valley. Fict…

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#146 Men's Health; Ageing And The Andropause 28:06

4M ago28:06

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I'm flipping the script today to talk about men’s health, with Ross Tomkins, mens health advocate and founder of Alphagenix. He’s also the author of 'Ageing and the Andropause'. Ross was introduced to me by my dad, who had been instrumental in diagnosing him with low thyroid and testosterone in his 30’s and getting him back to full health. And he h…

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"Underground" Homebirth- Trends and Research with Journalist Evie Solheim 32:19

4M ago32:19

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"Underground" homebirth is a huge thing as state laws and statutes vary widely as do the preferences for how homebirth should be regulated. Evie Solheim, independent journalist, interviewed Emily for a fascinating article featured HERE in The American Conservative and they continue their discussion today about all things homebirth and shifting cult…

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S4E8 Meet DOE's Top Project Director - 4/22/24 - Jud Lilly, DOE Portsmouth/Paducah Project Office 55:14

4M ago55:14

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Thousands of workers show up each day to advance the environmental cleanup mission at DOE sites around the country. They are talented and dedicated but for the most part their work goes unheralded without awards or accolades. In this week’s Gone Fission Nuclear Report host Michael Butler talks with a DOE official who has been singled out by the Sec…

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Leila Ainge on imposter phenomenon - and why you are not broken! 33:07

4M ago33:07

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My guest today is Leila Ainge - an accredited psychologist with 20 years of cross industry business consulting experience. Leila’s research focuses on how entrepreneurs experience imposter phenomenon - but is relevant for all of us! She’s also the host of the Psychologically Speaking podcast which is currently exploring various experiences of impos…

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#145 Heart Health for Women: Natural Tips For A Happy Heart 11:37

5M ago11:37

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You might think that heart health isn't your biggest priority as you go through menopause. Heart disease is often perceived as a “man's disease”, but it’s actually the leading cause of death among women over the age of 50. What's even more concerning is that almost two-thirds of women who die suddenly from coronary heart disease show no previous sy…

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S4E7 National Laboratories Speed Hanford Cleanup - 04/08/24 - Connie Herman, SRNL, Delmar Noyes, DOE-Hanford 30:46

5M ago30:46

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The Department of Energy’s 17 national laboratories conduct research and development on some of the world’s most vexing challenges—from climate change to the origins of the universe. Most recently, six labs have turned their attention to speeding cleanup of underground tank waste at DOE’s Hanford site in Washington State. The labs are using $27 mil…

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Sidelined: Are Women Mismanaging Their Healthcare with Susan Salenger 38:51

5M ago38:51

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Author Susan Salenger joins the show today with a fascinating perspective on the approach women take the healthcare, what her research revealed about the challenges women face in our broken healthcare system, tips for being prepared for every medical appointment and much more! We also discuss how Susan has continued power lifting at the age of 81!!…

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Emerald May on how sex and intimacy coaching can transform a relationship 37:02

5M ago37:02

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I’m incredibly happy to be introducing you this time to Emerald May - Emerald is an international Embodied Sex, Intimacy & Breathwork Coach. Her passion and mission is to support women and parents to live a more authentic, connected and pleasure-filled life, whilst raising the next generation. I had the pleasure of working with Emerald as a client …

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S4E6 Cleanup and the Nuclear Renaissance - 03/25/24 - Ashley Saunders, UCOR, Dr. Wes Hines, Head, UT Nuclear Energy Department, Jim Little, Board Member, E-4 Carolinas 1:01:50

5M ago1:01:50

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The Department of Energy’s environmental cleanup program is boosting a resurgence in the growth of nuclear energy. Cleaning up formerly contaminated land has created a new home for advanced reactor concepts that have become the centerpiece of the nuclear renaissance. In this week’s episode, the Gone Fission Nuclear Report examines how environmental…

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#144 From Wheelchair To Weightlifting Champion; How Kim Muscled Her Way Back To Health 33:48

5M ago33:48

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Kim Rahir is an inspiration to any woman in midlife. A busy mum of 3, she was diagnosed with MS at the age of 50 and told she would be on medication for the rest of her life. She felt powerless, so she decided to start strength training alongside her medical treatment to just feel more confident. As she got stronger, she not only felt happier, but …

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Professor Jack Gilbert on why we should all be fascinated by the wonders of our gut microbiome 38:07

5M ago38:07

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The biology nerd in me is so happy about this one! Joining me this time is Professor Jack Gilbert from the University of California San Diego: in 2023 he gave the Annual Lecture at the British Menopause Society conference, which is how his work came to my attention (via our Managing the Menopause Clinical Lead - also my sister-in-law - Dr Beth Thom…

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Who's Got Your Back? Community Matters with the Dooable Health Team 38:37

5M ago38:37

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There is no question that our society is isolated, anxious, depressed and overwhelmed. We lack community in ways that we never have before. Having “community” is so important in today’s landscape because we are so isolated. Finding support is critical to our mental health, but sometimes that support has to come from within- is that how we are desig…

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S4E5 Celebrating WIPP's 25th Anniversary - 03/11/24 -- Mark Bollinger, Tammy Hobbes, Brandon Jones 42:39

6M ago42:39

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This month, the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in New Mexico celebrates its 25th Anniversary. Located in Southeast New Mexico about 26 miles east of Carlsbad, WIPP was constructed for disposal of defense-generated transuranic--or TRU-- waste. WIPP is the nation’s only repository for the permanent disposal of TRU waste. In this week’s episode, Host Mic…

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Petra Coveney on yoga as therapy as we navigate the menopause transition 40:16

6M ago40:16

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Joining me on the podcast this time is Petra Coveney - founder of Menopause Yoga™ - an international teacher, trainer, author and guest speaker specializing in supporting people through the stages of perimenopause to post menopause Petra has trained over 700 Menopause Yoga teachers in 40+ countries and is the author of the book ‘Menopause Yoga - a …

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Does Constipation Cause Childhood Bedwetting? with Steve Hodges MD 33:14

6M ago33:14

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Dr. Steve Hodges joins the show today to share his unique work as a urologist studying childhood bedwetting and its link to constipation. We talk about the causes of childhood constipation and its link to bedwetting in kids, why so many kids are constipated without knowing it, how to tell if your child is constipated, when is "too old" for normal b…

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