The Menopause Disruptor Podcast
Welcome to The Menopause Disruptor Podcast, where we’re rewriting the story of perimenopause, menopause, and midlife — one conversation at a time.
I’m Mary Lee, Menopause Doula, Women’s Coaching Specialist, and science communicator, on a mission to challenge outdated narratives, bust menopause myths, and bring credible information and real women’s lived experiences to the forefront.
On each episode, I explore the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of midlife, tackling the conversations that are too often dismissed, misunderstood, or left unsaid. From hormones, brain health, sleep, strength training, nutrition, sexuality, and mental health to trauma, identity, purpose, relationships, workplace menopause, and spiritual awakening — we go beyond the hot flashes.
You’ll hear real, raw, and relatable conversations with credible experts, researchers, practitioners, and women sharing their lived experiences — alongside solo episodes where I unpack the science, challenge the status quo, and ask the questions many women are afraid to ask.
Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause, this podcast is here to help you make sense of what’s happening in your body and brain, advocate for yourself with confidence, and embrace the possibilities of midlife.
Because menopause is not a disease. It’s not a failure. And it certainly isn’t the end of the story.
It’s a powerful biological, psychological, and emotional transition — one that can become an invitation to understand your body, your brain, your health, and yourself in an entirely new way.
Episodes
115 episodes
GLP-1s Aren’t a Cop-Out: Rethinking Weight Loss with Dr. Laure DeMattia
In this episode, host Mary is joined by obesity medicine physician Dr. Laure DeMattia to explore the complicated relationship between obesity, body image, food, and menopause.Dr. DeMattia shares her deeply personal journey from...
An Eclipse to Surrender, A Portal to Receive
In this Goddess Journey meditation, we explore the symbolic energies of the 8/8 Lion's Gate and the August 12 South Node Solar Eclipse. Rather than asking you to strive for more, this practice offers something far more courageous: permission...
The Menopause Conversation Your Doctor May Never Have with Cindy Dupuie
In this episode, Mary welcomes functional medicine practitioner Cindy Dupuie, who shares her deeply personal journey from experiencing early menopause after a stressful divorce to becoming one of the leading voices helping women understand t...
Working Women Will Face Ageism At The Peak of Their Careers with Lucy Standing
Is the productivity crisis in the workforce actually an ageism crisis?In this episode, I sit down with Lucy Standing, Chartered Psychologist and founder of Brave Starts, CIC – a non profit organisation supporting 300 – 400 peop...
Harness the Balancing Energy of Gemini: A Meditation for Intuition and Mindfulness
Today, I bring back the Goddess Journey meditation series with a new guided meditation for the wise woman's personal shift toward intuition, letting go of mental rumination, while integrating spiritual wisdom. You don't ha...
What Midlife Women Needs to Know About Blood Sugar with Michelle Dwyer
Feel like your body suddenly changed in midlife — increased belly fat, energy crashes, cravings, brain fog, disrupted sleep, or feeling like you’re “doing everything right” but nothing is working anymore — this episode is for you....
Menopause Joint Pain: What’s Really Causing It; Does Cortisone Injections Help with Stacey Roberts
What if pain isn’t just “wear and tear”… and aging doesn’t have to hurt?In this episode, Mary sits down with physical therapist and nurse Stacey Roberts to unpack a completely different approach to pain-free living.<...
When Concussion Collides with Menopause: A Brain's Story
When a brain Injury, menopause, and trauma intersect, it can be a nervous system train wreck.In my solo episode, perfectly timed with Brain Injury/Brain Health Awareness Month this March, I humbly share how a mild injury while recent...
The “Just Do Kegels” Myth Might Be Harming Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Lisa Kelly
Pelvic health is one of the most important and often overlooked aspects of women’s health.Many are told that bladder leaks, pelvic pressure, or discomfort during exercise are simply part of aging, pregnancy, or menopause....
Closing the Menopause Care Gap: Women Deserve To Be Heard with Dr. Lindsay Shirreff
Today, we welcome Dr. Lindsay Shirreff, OB-GYN, member of the Menopause Foundation of Canada medical adv...
Three Chakras to Clear for Menopause Self-Advocacy
Can't speak your truth? Experience gut-wrenching pain and butterflies when you visit your doctor? Does it feel like your feminine qualities are being suppressed?Could be your Chakras need a tune up!In this episode, Mary explore...
The Swimsuit Fashion Gap: Rethinking Swimwear for Midlife Women with Sarah Blaser
Today, we feature fashion designer Sarah Blaser and her mother, Donna, in a heartfelt conversation about bathing suits — from the challenges of shopping and finding the right fit to the menopause-related body changes and frustration many wom...
Why Women Are Being Lied to About Sleep with Dr. Carleara Weiss
Today, we delve into the critical topic of sleep during perimenopause and menopause with Dr. Carleara Weiss, a renowned sleep scientist and advisor for Aeroflow Sleep.Dr. Weiss, who hold a PhD and Master's of Science and Nursin...
Perimenopause Unplugged: Why Addressing Hormones Early Improves Long Term Health with Dana Culp
Today, we welcome Dana Culp, a doctor of nursing practice, founder of Thrive Midlife Medicine, and a certified menopause expert, for a candid and empowering conversation about nav...
Intimate Wellness in Healthcare with Colette Courtion, Joylux Founder
In this episode, Mary sits down with Colette Courtion, CEO and founder of Joylux, to explore one of the most overlooked—and misunderstood—parts of the menopause journey: intimate wellness.They unpack the persistent menopause kn...
Chelsea Jambo: A Young Woman Faces Medical Dismissal and Changes Hormone Health for All Women
In this episode, Mary sits down with a young visionary entrepreneur Chelsea Jambo. She is the CEO and Founder of OURBody, a Canadian wellness brand built on a mission to make hormone support taste great, work gently, and fit real life. ...
Testosterone, Peptides, and AI: Revolutionizing Menopause Health with Jennifer Gularson
In this episode, Mary sits down with Jennifer Gularson, certified physician assistant and functional medicine practitioner, to explore what women truly need during midlife—and why the current healthcare system often falls short.
Optimize Exercise with Heavy Lifting and High Intensity Workouts
In this episode, Mary delves into the nuances of exercise for women during menopause and perimenopause. Mary discusses the physiology of exercise she learned as a student of Dr. Stacy Sims (Menopause 2.0), emphasizing the ...
1-1-1 Portal Meditation: 2026 and the Powerful Year of the Horse
In this solo podcast episode, Mary closes out 2025 and welcomes in 2026 through reflections on numerology and Chinese astrology. This final episode of the year offers another guided meditation in the Goddess Series.Highlighting...
Understanding GLP-1 Medications for Weight Management and Metabolic Health with Dr. Sara Tariq
Today's episode features Dr. Sara Tariq, an internal medicine physician at Northern Virginia Family Practice with over two decades of clinical experience.Dr. Tariq is a dedicated advocate for systemic transformation within heal...
Epic Mini: The Big Three Health Concerns During Menopause
In this episode, host Mary breaks down the misconception that menopause is merely about hot flashes and mood swings, and emphasizes the importance of bone, brain, and heart health during this life phase. The role of estrogen goes far beyond ...
Breast Health and Mammograms: A Deep Dive into Safety and Efficacy with Sarah Ham
In this episode, Mary is joined by Sarah Ham, a Mammography Supervisor, Medical Radiography Technologist, and Yoga Teacher with more than two decades of experience in women’s breast health.Originally from the Comox Valley, Sara...
Divorce and Menopause: Who's Really in Control with Hannah Hembree Bell
In this episode, Mary welcomes Hannah Hembree Bell, an award-winning Austin family law attorney, mom of four, and founder and CEO of one of the fastest-growing family law firms in the United States, Hembree Bell Law.Hannah shar...
Holistic Menopause Healing: Insights from Medical Intuitive Katie Beecher
In this episode, Mary is joined by Katie Beecher, a medical and spiritual intuitive, licensed professional counselor, and internationally recognized healer whose transformative work bridges science, intuition, and lived experience.
Vaginal Health and Sexual Vitality with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
In this groundbreaking episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, host Mary Lee welcomes Dr. Betsy Greenleaf—the first woman in the United States to become board certified in urogynecology. Triple board certified in obstetrics and gynecolog...
