Shows
Mad With The Menopause#038 – Menopause and Cancer with Dani BinningtonIn today’s episode, I am delighted to welcome founder of ‘Menopause and Cancer’, Dani Binnington.
We are diving into a vital yet often overlooked intersection of women’s health: the journey of menopause after cancer. Dani turned her own life-altering cancer diagnosis at age, just 33 into a mission to ensure no survivor feels like part of a 'forgotten tribe.'
Dani is the founder of the UK’s only non-profit dedicated specifically to this cause, the host of the globally top-ranked The Menopause and Cancer Podcast, and the author of the #1 bestselling book, Navigating Menopause A...
2026-02-1330 minMad With The Menopause#037 – Emma Neville on Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and the Power of ‘This is me'In today’s episode, I am speaking with Emma Neville, Founder of the online community ‘This is me’.
Emma experienced an early menopause, aged just 40, after being diagnosed with premature ovarian insufficiency (POI).
Receiving this diagnosis encouraged Emma to research the topic and to gain an understanding of the phases of menopause. Subsequently, Emma then studied to become a menopause coach.
Emma started an online community 'This is Me’ to share her story and to encourage everyone to talk about menopause and ultimately to change the rhetoric.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
2026-01-3035 minMad With The Menopause#036 – Menopause and Mental Health with Prof. Pooja SainiIn today’s episode, Professor Pooja Saini, professor at Liverpool John Moores University discusses with us, the link between our hormones and our mental health.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Emotional Symptoms of Menopause
Research Insights on Menopause and Suicide
The Role of Hormones in Mental Health
Challenges in Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
Personal Experiences with HRT
Research Findings on HRT and Mental Health
Qualitative Insights from Women on Menopause
The Importance of Choice in HRT
Training Gaps in...
2026-01-1644 minMad With The Menopause#035– What to expect as we enter PerimenopauseIn today’s episode, Anél talks briefly about some of the symptoms that can be expected as we enter Perimenopause.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Perimenopause
Navigating the Challenges: Symptoms and Solutions
USEFUL RESOURCES:
Symptom checker: https://themenopausecharity.org/information-and-support/symptoms/menopause-symptom-checker/
ABOUT THE HOST:
Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.
This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.
Blind...
2026-01-0204 minMad With The Menopause#034– Hormones and Hyperfocus: Dr. Helen Wall on the Menopause ADHD LinkDr. Helen Wall is a Senior GP Partner, GP Trainer in Bolton, and runs an NHS menopause clinic with a particular interest in the crossover of ADHD and hormones, including why symptoms of ADHD often magnify during perimenopause and menopause.
Dr. Helen is dedicated to helping women who are being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, and those who feel their hormonal symptoms are dismissed or misdiagnosed as anxiety or mood disorders.
Look out for Dr. Helen’s forthcoming book, (out in 2026) Menopause and ADHD, explores this intersection.
Dr...
2025-12-1936 minMad With The Menopause#033 – Festive Fuel and Flow with Nutritionist and Author Ailsa HichensIn today’s episode I have the pleasure of welcoming back, Ailsa Hichens, Leading Nutritionist and published author, of ‘Everything They Told You About Menopause Weight Loss is Wrong.’
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Supporting Immunity During the Holidays
The Importance of Vitamin D and Movement
Nutrition for Immunity: Foods That Help
Navigating Winter Health: Strategies for the New Year
Understanding Menopause Weight Loss
Final Thoughts: Prioritising Health in the New Year
USEFUL RESOURCES:
Ailsa’s book is available: Amazon
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2025-12-0534 minMad With The Menopause#032 – In conversation with Laurence Finn, Founder of ‘Men Meet Menopause’ – A male perspectiveToday, we are welcoming Laurence Finn, founder of ‘Men Meet Menopause,’ and we will be discussing an often overlooked but profoundly important topic. Looking through the lens of partners, husbands, and fathers who are supporting the women in their lives.
Laurence shares his personal journey and explains why he created a platform dedicated to educating men on the physical, emotional, and psychological impact of menopause.
Get ready for an open, honest, and truly educational discussion that aims to transform awareness into actionable support.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Menopause and Its Im...
2025-11-2132 minMad With The Menopause#031 – Caroline Bridge Winner of BBC’s ‘Race Across the World’ on Finding Her Purpose.Today, we’re welcoming Caroline Bridge, who, captured the hearts of the nation, when she and her son Thomas won the recent series of BBC's Race Across the World.
Caroline’s journey from feeling like she’d lost her purpose after her son grew up, to trekking 14,000 kilometres across Asia, is a powerful story of rediscovery.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
The Journey Begins: Race Across the World
Personal Growth and Family Dynamics
Challenges Faced During the Race
Overcoming Obstacles and Building Confidence
The Relationship Between...
2025-11-0741 minMad With The Menopause#030 – Andrea Clare: Why Menopause Matters and Hosting Scotland’s first Pause SummitJoin me in conversation with Andrea Clare, the visionary and organiser of Scotland’s first ever Pause Summit, taking place in Glasgow on October 25th.
Andrea is a Creative Menopause Coach. Helping women understand, navigate, and thrive in midlife through creativity, drawing on her own terrible experience of the perimenopause.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Inspiration Behind the PAUSE Summit
Navigating Menopause: Personal Journey and Advocacy
Creating the Pause Live Summit
Understanding Menopause: Support and Self- Advocacy
Thriving Beyond Menopause: A New Perspective
Naviga...
2025-10-2429 minMad With The Menopause#029 – Heather Jackson The CEO Redefining the Menopause MarketJoin me for an insightful conversation with Heather Jackson, CEO and Co-Founder of GenM, a company dedicated to empowering menopausal consumers, by uniting brands and retailers with the menopause-friendly MTick symbol.
Heather’s own perimenopausal experience sparked the creation of GenM and the MTick, aiming to provide trusted product information and improve the overall experience for those going through menopause.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction to Gen M and its Mission
The Importance of Menopause Awareness
Building Trust in Menopause Products
Empowering Women Through Menopause
Pe...
2025-10-1038 minMad With The Menopause#028 – In conversation with Candice Mason, Founder of Mother Cuppa – Tea that balances our hormones!Join me for an authentic conversation with the remarkable Candice Mason, founder of Mother Cuppa.
Candice’s passion for her work is evident in our conversation and her tea blends, which has been developed to support women’s hormone health and wellbeing, has been as a result of her endometriosis diagnoses more than 20 years ago.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction to Mother Cuppa and Health Journey
Understanding Endometriosis and Its Impact
The Journey to Becoming a Tea Sommelier
The Art of Tea: From Plant to Cup
2025-09-2640 minMad With The Menopause#027 – PAUSE Live! With Founder Charlotte BodyCharlotte is the powerhouse behind Pause Live, the UK’s leading menopause event. Fuelled by her own experience and a fierce commitment to change, she’s built a bold, inclusive platform that’s redefining how we talk about women’s health.
Through Pause Live, Charlotte is turning personal insight into collective empowerment—one taboo-smashing conversation at a time.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
The Birth of Pause Live!
Navigating Menopause: Personal Experiences and Solutions
Advocacy for Women’s Health
Navigating Relationships and Menopause
Menopause in the Workplace
2025-09-1242 minMad With The Menopause#026 – Catherine Pearson, The Midlife Body (and Mind!) Coach, on Finding Her PurposeIn today’s episode I will be speaking to Catherine Pearson, a certified health, nutrition and fitness coach, that specialises in helping women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond, to build stronger bodies.
Catherine’s honest and authentic account about her journey into this work, has been as a direct result of her own lived experience, having suffered from bulimia for decades when she was younger and the decision, she took to leave a relationship that didn’t serve her.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Catherine’s Journey to Supporting Women
Understand...
2025-08-2939 minMad With The Menopause#025 – Empowering Menopause: Expert Guidance with Dr Shilpa McQuillanIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Dr. Shilpa McQuillan, founder and clinical lead of Berkshire Menopause Clinic, a dedicated specialist menopause and women's health clinic, based in Henley. Dr. McQuillan is a British Menopause Society accredited menopause specialist, NHS community gynaecologist and women’s health GP and British Menopause Society Accredited Specialist.
In 2024, Shilpa was awarded as Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (FRCOG), the highest accolade awarded by RCOG.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Menopause: Definitions and Differences
Common and Uncommon Symptoms of Menopaus...
2025-08-1537 minMad With The Menopause#024– Nourishing women Through Every Life Stage, with Peachie Co-Founder, Caroline HannaIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Caroline Hanna, one of the co-founders of Peachie, a purpose-driven functional food brand aimed at supporting women's health and wellbeing through nutrition. Drawing on her background in brand marketing, Caroline teamed up with three other founders from different life stages to address female health needs—starting with innovative seed and nut toppings designed for women, especially those navigating menopause. With a passion for empowering women to feel their best, Caroline’s work at Peachie is inspired by real conversations and a commitment to positive change in women’s lives.
2025-08-0135 minMad With The Menopause#023 – Clearing the Fog of Menopause, with Jo IbbottJo first became aware of the challenges women face during menopause, through the many coaching clients, who expressed feelings of reduced capability and confidence.
Recognising the impact of these symptoms on their personal and professional lives, inspired Jo to create a solution and a space where women could find support and guidance.
Jo is also the founder of ‘What the Fog?' Understanding Menopause & Perimenopause. Facebook group.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Journey to Menopause Coaching
Defining Menopause Coaching
Psychological Impact of Menopause
Understanding and Norm...
2025-07-1843 minMad With The Menopause#022– Zoë Phoenix on Menopause, Your Mind and Childhood TraumaAs a qualified Menopause Coach, Clinical Hypnotherapist, and NLP Practitioner, Zoe helps women break free from anxiety, self-doubt, burnout, and emotional overwhelm - using practical tools rooted in neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and deep subconscious change.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Supporting Women Through Menopause
Understanding Menopause and Its Impact
Strategies for Navigating Menopause
Workplace Support and Policies
Challenges in Corporate Awareness
Common Symptoms and Relationship Dynamics
The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Menopause
Navigating Identity and Purpose During Menopause
...
2025-07-0446 minMad With The Menopause#021 – Finding Purpose and Self-Advocacy in Midlife with Coach, Sophia Cleverly#021 – Finding Purpose and Self-Advocacy in Midlife with Coach, Sophia Cleverly
Sophia is a Certified Life Coach, who has worked in the wellbeing space for the past 10 years, with a particular interest in the Perimenopause. Sophia offers coaching and mentoring to Women navigating Midlife, however, works with a variety of clients, privately and within the NHS, to transcend their limitations and to consciously help her clients, create and live lives that they love.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Navigating Health and Wellbeing in Midlife
Understanding Perimenopause and Its Challenges
Exploring Symp...
2025-06-2031 minMad With The Menopause#020 – Ditch the Doubt: Midlife Wisdom from Dr. Donna ElliottIn today’s episode I have the real pleasure of speaking to Dr. Donna Elliott, doctor of Consciousness, who together with her business partner, Cheryl Lee founded ‘Now Is Your Time’.
Working with women (and men) to help them unlock their genius and become their best version of themselves.
Be prepared to be inspired!
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Journey to Consciousness and Spirituality
Understanding Limiting Beliefs
Navigating Midlife Transitions
Creating Change and Taking Risks
Desires and Risks: The Heart’s Call to Action...
2025-06-0637 minMad With The Menopause#019 – Burnout to Bliss: A Mindful Menopause with Rachel Clark-Wilson.In today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking to a truly inspiring guest who embodies the transformative power of mindfulness. Ten years ago, Rachel was living life in the fast lane, a self-proclaimed "mile-a-minute woman" with a demanding career in the NHS.
But then, her world shifted dramatically, due so some dramatic health challenges, which also became the catalyst for profound change.
Through her journey, Rachel discovered mindfulness, and it quite literally gave her, her life back. Now, as a dedicated mindfulness coach, she helps others find that same peace and presence and dis...
2025-05-2339 minMad With The Menopause#018 – From Facials to Flushes: A Beautician's Mindful Menopause Revolution, with Tracy MunroIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Tracy Munro, a seasoned Skin Care Professional, renowned for her ability to transform complexions and cultivate confidence.
Tracy also understands the profound shifts women experience during menopause, and has seamlessly integrated mindful coaching, now offering a holistic approach to navigating this time of life.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Skin Changes during Perimenopause
Navigating Skincare Products and Professional Advice
The Importance of Hydration and Nutrition
Menopause Coaching and Community Support
Personal Experience and Medical Insi...
2025-05-0938 minMad With The Menopause#017 – Oral Health, Hysterectomy and Sobriety, with Sarah HunterIn today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking to Sarah Hunter, an oral hygienist, discussing the oral changes some of us will experience during perimenopause. Sarah also talks candidly about her own experience of the menopause when she was thrust into surgical menopause, as a result of a hysterectomy. To conclude, we discuss the many benefits Sarah has experienced, since giving up alcohol and I quote, ‘probably one of the hardest things, I have had to do, in my life’
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Menopause and Oral Health
The Impact o...
2025-04-2550 minMad With The Menopause#016 – From Misdiagnosis to Mission: One Woman’s Journey Through Early Menopause, Myeloma, and Making a Difference with Adelle MartinIn today’s episode I have the privilege to speak with Adelle Martin – a force of nature and a force for good.
Having had a ‘meltdown in the boardroom,’ (her words, not mine’) Adelle had gone into early menopause. Since then, Adelle has had some huge challenges with her health and has shown incredible resilience – I was left in awe of Adelle’s tenacity and desire to make a difference. You will not want to miss this incredible episode.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction to Menopause Awareness
The Boardroom Meltdown and Burnout...
2025-04-111h 06Mad With The Menopause#015 – The Adrenal Fatigue & Perimenopause Rollercoaster: A Homeopathic Perspective, with Sarah DavisonIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Sarah Davison, a homeopath, coach, and natural menopause expert. Previously Sarah worked in innovation consulting, where she learned first-hand the impact of stress on our hormones and wellbeing. Struggling with perimenopause, Sarah saw a homeopath and had such impressive results, she decided to retrain, qualifying in 2012.
Now Sarah helps women with stress and all aspects of menopause, as well as how these impact their relationships.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Cultural Perceptions of Aging and Beauty
Personal Transformation Through Menopause
Un...
2025-03-2846 minMad With The Menopause#014 – The Power of Menopause: Embracing This New Chapter with Menopause Coach Dani DiosiIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Dani Diosi, who works with perimenopausal and menopausal women to help them embrace a bright future, using proven mindset tools and techniques, on how to heal from past traumas, build resilience and cultivate self-compassion.
Dani has a passion for women’s health and has held previous business as an Antenatal & Childbirth educator, hypnotherapist, Doula and NLP Master Practitioner.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Transitioning into Perimenopause and Career Changes
Navigating the Challenges of Perimenopause
Finding Clarity and Purpose during Perime...
2025-03-1440 minMad With The Menopause#013 – Fix your midlife metabolism with Nutritionist Ailsa HichensIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Ailsa Hichens, a leading Nutritional Therapist and Health coach, specialising in menopause and metabolic health.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Hormone Changes and their impact
Dietary Adjustments for Energy and Weight Management
The Role of Fasting in Midlife Health
Managing Inflammation and Digestive Health
Embracing the Mediterranean Diet
The Importance of Fermented Foods
Finding Balance and Support in Midlife
The Importance of Digestion
Understanding the Microbiome
Naviga...
2025-02-2836 minMad With The Menopause#012 – Intimacy in Midlife with Sexologist, Dr Angela WrightIn today’s episode, Anél will be speaking with Dr Angela Wright, a Clinical Sexologist, Menopause Specialist and GP. Angela has a particular interest in improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms and working with women, who have undergone cancer treatment.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Menopause and its Impact on Sexual Health
The Role of Mental Health in Sexual Wellbeing
Understanding Self-Perception and Attractiveness
Exploring HRT and its Implications
Historical Perspectives on Female Pleasure
Communication and Support in Relationships
Navigating Sexual Dysfu...
2025-02-1441 minMad With The Menopause#011 – The 5 Pillars of Brain Health with Louise BakerIn today’s episode, Anél will be talking with Neurologist, Louise Baker, about the 5 pillars of Brain Health.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
5 Pillars of Brain Health
Sleep
Nutrition and Hydration
Movement and Exercise
Community
Mental Health
RESOURCES:
‘Atomic Habits’ by James Clear
Contacting Louise:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisebaker/
Website - https://www.vital.ai/
DISCLAIMER:
The views of mine and those of my guests are just that. I therefore urge you to take advise from your medical p...
2025-01-3113 minMad With The Menopause#010 – Understanding Menopause, The Impact on the Brain with Dr. Fiona Beddoes JonesIn today’s episode, Anél will be discussing with Dr Fiona Beddoes-Jones, an Occupation Psychologist, with a special interest in menopause.
We will discuss the changes in our brain during the perimenopause, relationships changes during this time, dating again and embarking on new projects as we get older.
KEY TAKE AWAYS
Understanding Menopause
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Personal Experience and Symptoms
The Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Navigating Relationships during Menopause
Self-Care and Authentic Leadership
Embracing New Challenges post-menopause
2025-01-1731 minMad With The Menopause#009 – How your Gut Microbiome Changes during Menopause, with Nutritionist, Wendy CouperIn this episode, of Mad with the Menopause, Anél will be talking with Wendy Couper, a registered Nutritional Therapy practitioner who works with men and women who are sick and tired of suffering with bloating, headaches, anxiety and well, just being sick and tired.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction to Nutritional Therapy
Understanding the Microbiome
Impact of Hormonal Changes on Gut Health
Strategies for Supporting Gut Health
The Importance of a Varied Diet
Practical Tips for Incorporating More Vegetables
Nuts and S...
2025-01-0338 minMad With The Menopause#008 – Guided Meditation with Louise BakerIn this episode, of Mad with the Menopause, Anél is joined by Louise Baker, who is an Applied Neuroscience Specialist, with nearly a decade of experience in applying neuroscience insights.
It’s a passion of Louise’s to help others and most recently, Louise has been instrumental in developing ‘Vital AI’, an, AI-powered meditation app, that offers personalized guidance and support for your mental well-being.
It uses your preferences to generate real-time meditation sessions tailored to your specific needs and goals.
As we head into the Festive Season, we could all do with a li...
2024-12-2014 minMad With The Menopause#007 – Vaginal Rejuvenation with Shelley WilsonIn this episode, Anél will be talking with Shelley Wilson, a trained Midwife and HIFU Practitioner. Shelley helps women with urinary stress incontinence, vaginal dryness, vaginal laxity, painful intercourse to achieve vaginal rejuvenation using HIFU, allowing them to gain their confidence back, and improve the quality of their life.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction of HIFU and Women’s Health
Shelley’s Journey into Vaginal Rejuvenation
Understanding HIFU and its Benefits
Addressing Common Vaginal Issues with HIFU
The Process of HIFU Treatments Explained
The Sci...
2024-12-0629 minMad With The Menopause#006 – The Impact of Menopause on Female EducatorsIn this episode, Anél will be talking with Helen Clare:
Menopause Education, Strategy and Support for Schools
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Menopause in the School Environment
Support Strategies for Teachers
Practical Adjustments in Schools
Memory Load and Emotional Labour
Self-care and Mental Wellbeing
Managing conversations around Menopause
Diet, Nutrition and Brain Health
The importance of Open Dialogue
Final Thought on Support and Awareness
USEFUL RESOURCES:
Vulvodynia is a chron...
2024-11-2229 minMad With The Menopause#005 – Preparing for the PerimenopauseIn this episode, Anél will be talking with Rebecca Fredericks, a Women’s Health & Wellbeing Consultant, Menopause Coach, Maternity Returns coach, Nutritionist, Personal Trainer & Author.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Introduction to Women’s Health and Psychology
Understanding why we don’t Prioritise our Health
Nutrition and Hormonal Balance
The Importance of Weight Training
Preparing for Menopause
Cultural Perspectives on Menopause
Individual Experiences of Menopause
Practical Strategies for Navigating Menopause
Reducing Toxins in our Daily Life
Working w...
2024-11-0854 minMad With The Menopause#004 - Understanding Empty Nest SyndromeIn this episode, Anél will be talking with Jay Ramsden, a certified Life coach, who helps empty nesters fall in love with their lives, once their kids have left home.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Understanding Empty Nest Syndrome
Personal Experience of Empty Nesting
Preparing for the Empty Nest Syndrome
Exploring New Hobbies and Interests
Emotional Challenges of Empty Nesting
Taking Action and Embracing Change
Living Intentionally in Midlife
Finding Pride in New Experiences
The Journey of Self Di...
2024-10-2528 minMad With The Menopause#003 - Empowering Women Through Education and ComedyIn this episode, of Mad with the Menopause, Anél is joined by Nurse turned Comedian, ZEPH CHURCHILL.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Using comedy to educate and empower women about the perimenopause
Preventing Breast Cancer through Education and early detection
Taking control of your health: Making informed decisions
Embracing your Authentic self: Celebrating the Menopause
The Golden Vulva Award 😊
The Challenges of Perimenopause
Recognising Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
Tailoring HRT and the need for Regular Reviews
The Importance of Open D...
2024-10-2549 minMad With The Menopause#002 - Alleviating Perimenopausal Symptoms NaturallyIn this episode of Mad with the Menopause, Anél is joined by Peri and Menopausal Specialist, Laura Lambe.
KEY TAKE AWAYS:
Tips for following an anti-inflammatory diet
Natural treatments for alleviating Perimenopause
The role of gut health in menopause
Addressing brain fog and cognitive function
The impact of Menopause on Gut Health
The truth about Intermittent fasting and Menopause
Managing stubborn belly fat during Menopause
USEFUL RESOURCES:
https://menopausemastery.health/
https://www.skoo...
2024-10-2529 minMad With The Menopause#001 - Understanding Perimenopause – A Personal JourneyABOUT THE HOST:
Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources and the Third Sector.
This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.
Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.
DISCLAIMER:
The views of...
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