The Menopause Disruptor Podcast

By: Mary Lee Licensed Menopause Champion
  • Summary

  • Welcome to The Menopause Disruptor Podcast, formerly, All Things Menopausal! I’m your host, Mary Lee, a compassionate Menopause Doula and Licensed Menopause Champion in partnership with The Menopause Expert Group.

    My mission is to challenge outdated narratives around menopause. Leaning into my own personal encounters with misogyny and a serious lack of reliable, current information surrounding hormone health, I realized there are far too many women being dismissed and outright ignored by healthcare professionals. This has to stop!

    Menopause is a natural phase of life that deserves to be embraced, not stigmatized. In each episode, I tackle taboo topics and disrupt the status quo on how we think, act, and treat menopause - peri to post.

    Join me in these informative conversations, either alone or with credible guest experts, as I dive into real, raw, and relatable discussions surrounding the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of aging. It’s time to reclaim our voices and advocate for our health with confidence.

    Midlife should be the best life, and it will be!

    © 2025 The Menopause Disruptor Podcast
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Episodes
  • Understanding Long COVID and Its Implications on Women's Health with Dr. Keith C. Ellis
    Feb 17 2025

    In this episode, host Mary Lee chats with Dr. Keith C. Ellis, a Scientist and Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry at Virgina Commonwealth University who’s pioneering research on long COVID has helped thousands recover and gain back their health.

    Dr. Ellis shares insights on long COVID symptomsnand the microclot hypothesis. The conversation also dives into the similarities between long COVID and menopause symptoms, including brain fog, inflammation, fatigue, and gut dysbiosis, as well as the alarming statistic on deaths worldwide still to this day.

    Dr. Ellis uses his extensive knowledge in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and natural products to research the biological mechanisms behind Long COVID and develop therapeutic solutions. His entrepreneurial efforts led to the founding of Science-Driven Supplements and the launch of CircuGuard, a natural herbal supplement designed to aid in recovery from Long COVID microclots.

    Connect:

    • Discover Dr. Ellis published work on Substack, or at Science-Driven Supplements Company website
    • On LinkedIn and on YouTube

    Resources:

    • CircuGuard
    • Simon's Sinek, Start With Why (not an affiliate link)

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    Meet Your Host:
    Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion and certified Menopause Doula supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition from peri to post. Mary coaches individuals and educates organizations develop a menopause safe culture, helping forward-thinking CEO's create policies to accommodate affected employees at work.

    Let’s connect:
    Learn how a doula can support you:
    Book a free consultation call at https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/contact

    Take your menopause mastery to a whole new level with an exclusive online, self-paced signature program Menopause Intelligence. A transformative path of discovery where confusion, overwhelm, and frustration give way to empowerment, knowledge, and agency.

    To learn more, visit: https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/menopause-intelligence.

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    Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice. Always consult with the healthcare professional.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Unpacking Bioidentical Hormones and Functional Medicine with Dr. Malaika Woods
    Feb 10 2025

    In this episode, host Mary Lee welcomes Dr. Malaika Woods, a specialist in bioidentical hormones, and integrative and functional medicine to discuss her extensive knowledge about menopause and bioidentical hormone therapy. The conversation get deep into uncovering historical misconceptions stemming from the Women's Health Initiative, highlighting that our current healthcare system is still shrouded in misunderstanding.

    Dr. Wood's shares her profound philosophy that the body is a divine design, and that we all possess the self-healing potential within our body. The conversation explores further why many medical practitioners shy away from prescribing, let alone discussing hormone replacement therapy as a viable and safe option for perimenopause symptom management. BHRT aside, the role that diet, lifestyle, and stress managment play in overall health, as well as the importance of discovering the root causes of symptoms can be a game changer for many. Seeking a comprehensive assessment such as the methods Dr. Woods uses, can be a roadmap to good health and a vibrant menopause experience.

    Connect:

    • Discover more about Dr. Malaika Wood's practice and her book Physician Unleashed on her website and on LinkedIn.
    • Gain access to her secrets: Get Your Menopause Makeover: Stop Feeling Like a Hot Mess!

    Resources:

    • Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris, Estrogen Matters (not an affiliate link)
    • Download PDF from the Menopause Society 2022 Position Statement on Hormone Therapy


    Let us know if you're liking the show!

    Support the show

    Meet Your Host:
    Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion and certified Menopause Doula supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition from peri to post. Mary coaches individuals and educates organizations develop a menopause safe culture, helping forward-thinking CEO's create policies to accommodate affected employees at work.

    Let’s connect:
    Learn how a doula can support you:
    Book a free consultation call at https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/contact

    Take your menopause mastery to a whole new level with an exclusive online, self-paced signature program Menopause Intelligence. A transformative path of discovery where confusion, overwhelm, and frustration give way to empowerment, knowledge, and agency.

    To learn more, visit: https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/menopause-intelligence.

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    Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice. Always consult with the healthcare professional.

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    54 mins
  • Breaking the Silence: Mental Health, and Suicidal Ideation with Gina Cavalier
    Jan 31 2025

    Today's episode of the Menopause Disruptive Podcast with the host Mary lee examines the important but not well discussed topic of suicide and suicial ideation. Mary's next guest has lived experience.

    Gina Cavalier is a filmmaker, an author, artist, and Founder of Liberated Healer, as well as the host of a
    podcast of the same name. In the conversation, Gina opens up with her journey from suicial ideation and overcoming childhood trauma to spiritual awakening. She delves into the intersection of menopause and mental health, discussing the alarming correlation between menopause and suicidal ideation.

    She shares her self-healing holistic techniques like grounding, color therapy, and energy work she discovered worked and that women have readily available to overcome the negative impact of symptoms and thoughts. The conversation highlights the importance of open dialogue for mental health management, and uplifting content to reduce stigma. Gina also shares the inspiration to break the stigma in her two recently publsihed books and an upcoming docuseries aimed at providing support and fostering conversations around suicide prevention.

    Connect:
    Learn more about Gina Calavlier's work on her
    website and on Instagram. You can also tune in to her podcast.

    Resources:

    • Yoni Egg (not an affililate link)


    00:14 The Intersection of Mental Health and Menopause
    02:02 Gina's Personal Journey
    04:40 Understanding Suicidal Ideation
    07:27 The Importance of Open Conversations
    10:09 Gina's Healing Techniques
    19:43 Energy Work and Grounding
    27:27 Releasing Energy and Grounding Techniques
    27:53 Personal Journey with Female Health
    29:07 Visualization and Consciousness
    33:20 Color Therapy for Healing
    36:12 Empowering Self-Healing
    36:39 Service and Giving Back
    39:02 Supporting Menopausal Women
    42:17 Gina's Books and Resources

    Let us know if you're liking the show!

    Support the show

    Meet Your Host:
    Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion and certified Menopause Doula supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition from peri to post. Mary coaches individuals and educates organizations develop a menopause safe culture, helping forward-thinking CEO's create policies to accommodate affected employees at work.

    Let’s connect:
    Learn how a doula can support you:
    Book a free consultation call at https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/contact

    Take your menopause mastery to a whole new level with an exclusive online, self-paced signature program Menopause Intelligence. A transformative path of discovery where confusion, overwhelm, and frustration give way to empowerment, knowledge, and agency.

    To learn more, visit: https://www.emmeellecoaching.com/menopause-intelligence.

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    Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice. Always consult with the healthcare professional.

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    52 mins

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