MENOPUNKS PODCAST ⚡️

⚡️EPISODE 16: PUNK PERIMENOPAUSE ON THE STRIPPER POLE + THE MENOPUNKS BILL OF RIGHTS with Liv Osthus aka Viva Las Vegas Drops Friday!⚡️

⚡️👯‍♀️ Stripper, author, activist and former candidate for mayor of Portland OR(!!) Liv Osthus aka Viva Las Vegas  joins the pod to go deep into the power of informed self advocacy, building Menopunk community, fine tuning HRT for better quality of life and how posting a “MENOPUNKS BILL OF RIGHTS” in the dressing rooms of strip clubs (and everywhere else🤘) could be a game changer!  Liv is a PDX legend, punk AF tween mom and an absolute gem of a human, thank you for sharing your fierce spirit and harrowingly relatable peri-stories with us!! Xoxoxox⚡️

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⚡️MENOPUNKS IS A MISINFORMATION SHATTERING FEATURE DOCUMENTARY AND PODCAST ABOUT PERI/MENOPAUSE AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS SEEN THROUGH THE LENS OF DEFIANT GENX MUSICIANS, TRAILBLAZING DOCTORS AND OPINIONATED CELEBRITY CULTURE BEARERS ⚡️

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DISTRO: ⁠⁠⁠RUINOUS⁠⁠⁠

LEGAL: 6 Muses

THEME: ⁠⁠⁠PARTY WITCH⁠⁠

🎬 &🎤 ⁠⁠Alicia J. Rose

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Menopunks Podcast

01:15 Meet Viva Las Vegas: A Punk Rock Journey

03:39 Navigating Perimenopause and HRT

07:15 The Quest for Hormonal Balance

11:55 The Challenges of Accessing HRT

18:18 Imagining a Future Beyond Menopause

24:02 Community Conversations: Strippers and HRT

27:22 Exploring GLP-1 and Body Image

27:57 Understanding Hormones and Their Impact

30:03 The Evolution of Hormone Therapy and Women's Health

32:23 The Political Landscape and Its Effects on Women's Health

35:33 The Consequences of Hormonal Deprivation

39:42 The Fight for Hormonal Access and Rights

41:41 The Role of Activism in Hormonal Health

45:29 Gen X: The Vanguard of Change

52:41 Empowerment Through Community and Action

56:03 Activating the Stripper Community

58:57 Understanding Menopause as a Crime

01:00:54 The Importance of Hormonal Optimization

01:06:16 Empowering Women Through Knowledge

01:11:22 Advocating for Change in Menopause Care

⚡️This week we chat with the fabulous Dr. Andrea Matsumura - Board certified Sleep Physician & women’s midlife health specialist AND participant in the Menopunks documentary about all things peri/meno and sleep!  We dive into how better sleep = better quality of life, how sleep training ourselves is more effective than any hack, supplement or drug, how the patriarchal medical establishment needs to step women’s research the f*ck up, how HRT patch shortages are messing with our heads (and bodies and lives) and how a REVOLUTION will ignite when women fully grasp how we were ROBBED of care, access, and info about hormone therapy by politically manipulated misinformation over 20 years ago! 🤬💪❤️‍🔥⚡️

⚡️Dr. Matsumura is a radical spitfire and on the cutting edge of sleep science for women in midlife! If sleeping has become your enemy instead of your saving grace, this is the episode for you! 🤘⚡️

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⚡️MENOPUNKS IS A MISINFORMATION SHATTERING FEATURE DOCUMENTARY AND PODCAST ABOUT PERI/MENOPAUSE AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS SEEN THROUGH THE LENS OF DEFIANT GENX MUSICIANS, TRAILBLAZING DOCTORS AND OPINIONATED CELEBRITY CULTURE BEARERS ⚡️

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DISTRO: ⁠⁠RUINOUS⁠⁠

LEGAL: 6 Muses

THEME: ⁠⁠PARTY WITCH⁠

🎬 &🎤 ⁠Alicia J. Rose

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Andrea Matsumura

01:06 The Hormone Crisis: Current Challenges

02:39 Technical Difficulties and Solutions

03:30 Introduction to Dr. Andrea Matsumura

05:16 The HRT Shortage Crisis

08:49 FDA Changes and HRT Awareness

14:03 Generational Shifts in Attitudes Towards Menopause

23:27 Empowering Women Through Education

28:18 Understanding Hormonal Health and Medical Gaslighting

30:31 The Importance of Early Symptom Recognition

31:30 Women Supporting Women: A Call to Action

33:42 The Impact of Hormones on Longevity

35:33 The FDA's Role in Hormonal Health Misconceptions

38:14 The Importance of Sleep in Women's Health

44:59 Navigating Sleep Challenges During Menopause

58:25 Back to Basics: The Importance of Sleep Rituals

01:00:26 Personal Journeys: Alcohol, Sugar, and Health

01:05:41 The Impact of Lifestyle on Sleep Quality

01:12:49 Hormonal Health and Cognitive Function

01:22:03 Empowering Women: Access to Hormonal Care

⚡️The wildly delightful and defiant JODY BLEYLE of NW Homocore legends Team Dresch / Hazel and her fabulous spouse, licensed somatic counselor NINA LANDEY join Alicia to update us on their transformative (recent!!) experiences using HRT to reverse osteopenia and curb anxiety, what Jody’s journey has been like as a “Menopunks Lab Rat” aka primary film participant, how Nina navigated a BRCA diagnosis/previvor/hysterectomy/menopause and multiple pregnancies, and how the rampant misogyny in gender affirming care MUST be eradicated when we demolish the p*edo patriarchy and rebuild a system built for EVERY FCKING HUMAN BODY. ❤️‍🔥💪⚡️It was an absolute dream come true to have two of our favorite humans on the show this week and the chat was 🔥🔥🔥🔥!⚡️❤️‍🔥⚡️

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⚡️MENOPUNKS IS A MISINFORMATION SHATTERING FEATURE DOCUMENTARY AND PODCAST ABOUT PERI/MENOPAUSE AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS SEEN THROUGH THE LENS OF DEFIANT GENX MUSICIANS, TRAILBLAZING DOCTORS AND OPINIONATED CELEBRITY CULTURE BEARERS ⚡️

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DISTRO: ⁠RUINOUS⁠

LEGAL: 6 Muses

THEME: ⁠PARTY WITCH

CREATED/HOSTED BY: ALICIA J. ROSE

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Menopunks Podcast and Guests

02:54 Personal Experiences with Menopause and HRT

05:43 The Impact of HRT on Health and Well-being

08:45 Navigating Cancer Risks and Hormonal Treatments

11:46 The Role of Therapy in Menopause

14:32 Community and Support in Menopausal Journeys

17:45 Exploring the Future of Menopause Conversations

24:33 Navigating Menopausal Symptoms

26:29 Hormonal Changes and Their Impact

28:22 Self-Care and Community Support

30:19 Body Image and Gender Identity

32:24 Surgery Decisions and Personal Journeys

35:16 Sexuality and Desire in Menopause

38:56 The Intersection of Health and Identity

42:20 Navigating Medical Advocacy and Misogyny

44:32 Understanding Medical Misogyny and Patient Advocacy

47:16 The Impact of Gender Norms on Healthcare

50:18 Personal Experiences with Medical Decisions

53:07 Preparing for Surgery and Future Plans

57:15 The Future of Women's Health and Therapy Advocacy

01:04:43 Empowering Conversations: Spreading the Word

01:09:27 Connecting Generations: The Power of Community

01:14:47 Hormonal Health: The Fight for Autonomy

01:19:43 The Future of Hormonal Care: A Collective Journey

01:24:03 Trans Rights and Bodily Autonomy: A Shared Struggle

01:32:10 Understanding Somatic Therapy and Menopause

01:37:24 Coping Mechanisms and Lifestyle Changes

01:41:09 Collective Trauma and Personal Empowerment

01:44:15 Bodily Autonomy and Self-Expression

⚡️Badass drummer Sara Lund joins Alicia and breast cancer survivor/menopause specialist Nikki Kuehl NP to share how she balanced breast cancer treatment with the reunion of her band - 90's indie rock legends Unwound, and to get to the bottom of what’s really behind the despair inducing brick wall of "NO HRT" for breast cancer survivors.  

Sara reveals how she refused to let her 2024 surprise diagnosis of Stage 1b ILC ER/PR+ HER2-  breast cancer stop her from her dream tour,  how fighting to get her health back has helped grow her community and how optimizing hormonal and non-hormonal meno treatment options with a menopause specialist could result in a better quality of life!⚡️The thinking on treatment for BC survivors is rapidly changing and we are honored to represent her point of view in the podcast and as you will hear happening on this very episode (!!!) now as a primary participant in the Menopunks documentary!⚡️ Thank you for trusting us with your powerful story Sara, it will inspire so many! 💪😍🥁You are a fcking amazing human and we love you soooo much -  punk moms FTW! ⚡️❤️‍🔥🤘

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DESIGN: Jen Sbragia

DISTRO: RUINOUS

LEGAL: 6 Muses

THEME: PARTY WITCH

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Menopunks Podcast and Guests

01:09 Sara Lund's Cancer Journey Begins

03:25 Navigating Treatment and Tours

06:44 Hormonal Therapy and Its Challenges

09:17 Seeking Second Opinions and New Treatments

12:05 The Decision for Hysterectomy

17:06 Post-Surgery Recovery and Energy Levels

20:01 Current Hormonal Status and Management

21:55 Nikki's Cancer Experience and Treatment

29:10 Finding Solutions and Seeking Help

32:34 Community and Support in Cancer Journeys

36:22 Personal Connections and Inspirations

37:00 Understanding Risks and Decision-Making in Cancer Treatment

39:10 Individualized Care: The Importance of Unique Patient Situations

40:45 The Need for Comprehensive Information in Cancer Care

43:36 The Impact of Historical Narratives on HRT Perception

45:10 Fear of Litigation in Medical Decision-Making

47:47 Emerging Movements in Menopause and Cancer Care

49:44 Evidence-Based Practices in Hormone Therapy

51:38 Joint Decision-Making in Patient Care

54:54 Navigating Information and Empowering Patients

01:00:49 Hope and Advancements in Cancer Treatment Options

01:02:41 Navigating Cancer Treatment Decisions

01:05:38 Understanding Hormone Therapy and Quality of Life

01:09:34 Finding Support and Resources for Menopause

01:12:00 The Impact of Historical Narratives on Women's Health

01:19:10 Reclaiming Women's Health and Quality of Life

⚡️ARE YOU READY FOR THE BIG M?💥⚡️

⚡️Electrifying new peri/meno essay anthology THE BIG M edited/curated by the brilliant Lidia Yuknavitch hits the universe this week and features a f💥cking fabulous host of intersectional writers divulging tales of adventurous midlife mayhem, euphoric period freedom, post-cancer sexual discovery, insomnia fueled slug warfare, menopause defense weaponization, the multitudinous glory of no f🤘cks left to give and so much more.💥❤️‍🔥🤘😈 ⚡️

We invited this powerful coven of contributing writers to read excerpts from their incredible essays and dish the fascinating meno dirt and loved immersing in so many different beautifully embodied perspectives in the peri/meno diaspora. So many women/AFAB will feel seen. ITS ABOUT FCKING TIME.

💥Chefs kiss to ultra legends Roxane Gay, Cheryl Strayed, Joey Soloway and others who couldn’t make the pod but whose stories we fully devoured - keep em coming! ❤️‍🔥

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DESIGN: JEN SBRAGIA

DISTRO: RUINOUS MEDIA

THEME: PARTY WITCH

LEGAL: 6 MUSES

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Big M Anthology

03:57 The Importance of Sharing Menopause Stories

07:02 Reyna's Garden Metaphor for Menopause

26:32 Gina's Journey Through Cancer and Menopause

37:37 The Interconnection of Life and Sexuality

40:12 Redefining Menopause: Living, Not Suffering

41:45 Embracing Menopause as Evolution

42:58 The Impact of Divorce and Legal Struggles

50:45 Cultural Devaluation of Women

56:24 The Menopause Defense and Its Implications

01:00:05 Breaking the Silence on Menopause

01:06:33 Empowerment Through Storytelling

01:16:07 Breaking Free from Compliance

01:18:34 The Power of Hormones and Aging

01:20:25 Embracing Elderhood and Community

01:23:26 Redefining Invisibility and Visibility

01:26:47 Interconnectedness with Nature

01:30:19 Growth and Transformation in Aging

01:32:45 The Importance of Saying No

01:34:30 Building a Community of Voices

01:37:40 The Ongoing Fight for Rights

01:39:26 Future Aspirations and Empowerment