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Listen and Be Transported With Free AudiobookHow Not to Hire: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Team Audiobook by Emily KumlerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 409945
Title: How Not to Hire: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Team
Author: Emily Kumler
Narrator: Madison Lawrence
Format: Unabridged
Length: 03:06:04
Language: English
Release date: 08-25-20
Publisher: HarperCollins Leadership
Genres: Business & Economics, Management & Leadership, HR & Office Administration
Summary:
It’s the same cycle: you diligently sort through résumés to find the cream of the crop. You have amazing interviews and confidently land on the one, but two weeks into the job and the one turns out to be the wrong one. What gives? Well, you’...2020-08-253h 06
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Title: How Not to Hire: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Team
Series: Part of The How Not to Succeed Series
Author: Emily Kumler
Narrator: Madison Lawrence
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 6 minutes
Release date: August 25, 2020
Genres: Management & Leadership
Publisher's Summary:
It’s the same cycle: you diligently sort through résumés to find the cream of the crop. You have amazing interviews and confidently land on the one, but two weeks into the job and the one turns out to be the wrong one. What gives? Well, you’r...2020-08-253h 06Experience Into A Immersive Full Audiobook This Weekend.How Not to Hire: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Team by Emily KumlerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/409945to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How Not to Hire: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Building a Team
Series: Part of The How Not to Succeed Series
Author: Emily Kumler
Narrator: Madison Lawrence
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 6 minutes
Release date: August 25, 2020
Genres: HR & Admin
Publisher's Summary:
It’s the same cycle: you diligently sort through résumés to find the cream of the crop. You have amazing interviews and confidently land on the one, but two weeks into the job and the one turns out to be the wrong one. What gives? Well, you’r...2020-08-253h 06
Listen and Be Transported With Free AudiobookHow Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back Audiobook by Emily KumlerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 409936
Title: How Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back
Author: Emily Kumler
Narrator: Madison Lawrence
Format: Unabridged
Length: 03:04:53
Language: English
Release date: 08-25-20
Publisher: HarperCollins Leadership
Genres: Business & Economics, Self Development, Career Development, Health & Wellness
Summary:
You work hard and turn in flawless reports, you stay late and kiss up to all the right people, and you still aren’t getting promoted. What gives? Well, you’re clearly screwing something up, and it’s time you find out what it is.
It’s frustrat...2020-08-253h 04
Download Top Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentHow Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back by Emily KumlerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/409936to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back
Series: Part of The How Not to Succeed Series
Author: Emily Kumler
Narrator: Madison Lawrence
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 4 minutes
Release date: August 25, 2020
Genres: Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
You work hard and turn in flawless reports, you stay late and kiss up to all the right people, and you still aren’t getting promoted. What gives? Well, you’re clearly screwing something up, and it’s time you find out what it is. It’s frustrating. You’re th...2020-08-253h 04
Top Full Audiobooks in Self-ImprovementHow Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back by Emily KumlerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/409936 to listen full audiobooks. Title: How Not to Get Promoted: Fix the Self-Sabotaging Behaviors Holding You Back Series: Part of The How Not to Succeed Series Author: Emily Kumler Narrator: Madison Lawrence Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 4 minutes Release date: August 25, 2020 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: You work hard and turn in flawless reports, you stay late and kiss up to all the right people, and you still aren’t getting promoted. What gives? Well, you’re clearly screwing something up, and it’s time you find out what it is. It’s frustrati...2020-08-2503 min
Empowered HealthHow the MAVEN project solves for the access to care issue in America with Dr. Lisa Bard LevineAmerica has a critical need for more doctors, especially in underserved communities. The American Medical Association estimates a shortage of about 35,000 primary care physicians and 60,000 specialists by 2025. Rural areas will be hit hardest by this, along with inner-city communities, both of which already face additional socio-economic barriers to adequate healthcare. The MAVEN Project is working to connect experienced volunteer physicians to vulnerable health centers to combat these shortages.2020-08-1045 min
Therapy For Moms (Formerly Healing After Birth)Empowered Health with Journalist Emily KumlerPlease note: This podcast was recorded before the pandemic. However, I still believe it is a pertinent interview that needs to be shared.
What a thrilling conversation I had with Emily Kumler Kaplin!
Emily is passionate about women's health and how women are underrepresented within medical research.
In today's podcast Emily spoke about:
What it was like growing up in a household with two feminists and how it shaped who she is today
Her experience with birth and what she learned
The similarities between the 'tech' industry and the birthing 'tech' industry
The...2020-08-0355 minEmpowered HealthHow mental health apps are changing the telemedicine landscapeCOVID-19 has caused many patients to shift from their usual office visits to now-covered telehealth appointments. Virtual visits allow for the ability to remotely manage medical issues during a time when in-person care may not be an option for many. But even in pre-pandemic times, the U.S. has limited access to mental healthcare, while demand for support increases. We explore the mental health app landscape and investigate how effective telepsychiatry really is. We hear from Karan Singh, CEO of Ginger, an on-demand mental healthcare app, on how his platform delivers care. Dr. Lynn Bufka, of the American Psychological...2020-08-031h 07
The First Latch PodcastNo. 68 | Empowered Health With Emily KumlerThis week, the host of the Empowered Health Podcast Emily Kumler joins me to discuss women’s health topics. We discuss the maternal health crisis in the United States amongst other important topics!2020-05-151h 18Empowered HealthPatient influencers: Walking an ethical line, with Julie Croner and Suzanne ZuppelloSocial media allows those living with medical conditions to share health anecdotes and advice to a wider audience, turning many patients into influencers within their condition's community. Healthcare companies, in turn, have increasingly tapped into these networks by partnering with influencers on campaigns. Julie Croner of WegoHealth, a patient influencer talent agency, joins us to discuss the ethical dilemma that advocates face when compensated. We revisit the credibility issues around influencers' sponsored content with journalist Suzanne Zuppello.2020-05-1136 minEmpowered HealthInfluencer Mania: The unregulated business practice that you're friends with, featuring Dr. Sophie Boerman and Suzanne ZuppelloInfluencers aren't just promoting beauty, lifestyle, and fashion products anymore, they're posting #ads with medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and even testimonials on surgical techniques. But is this ethical? Dr. Sophie Boerman, who studies consumers' understanding of sponsored content, helps us understand why these posts are so influential. Suzanne Zuppello, who has been reporting on the trends in health sponcon, breaks down the ways the government has failed at regulating these ads.2020-05-0445 min
Empowered HealthUnintended consequences: Solo moms face extreme vulnerability during COVID-19 shutdownWhile the coronavirus shutdowns have been difficult for everyone, they weigh especially heavy on single moms who are navigating everything alone. Dr. Marika Lindholm, a sociologist and founder of Empowering Solo Moms Everywhere (ESME), an online community for solo mothers, explains how the pandemic has amplified single mothers' socioeconomic vulnerabilities. Across dozens of ESME-hosted Facebook groups, the moms' posts contain the same undertone: They are scared.2020-04-271h 05Empowered HealthAddressing urinary incontinence, strengthening the pelvic floor with Dr. Carolyn Swenson and Dr. Donna MazloomdoostBladder leakage is not something women have to live with, yet many do. While approximately half of U.S. women over 50 experience urinary incontinence, very few seek treatment. Urogynecologist Dr. Carolyn Swenson breaks down the most common forms of urinary incontinence, addresses leakage during the postpartum period, and lays out treatment options. Dr. Donna Mazloomdoost, director of the NICHD Pelvic Floor Disorders Network, discusses the lack of attention around the condition and shares helpful resources.2020-04-0657 min
Empowered HealthPreparing for death, end-of-life doulasWith more Americans dying in their homes than in hospitals, end-of-life doulas are stepping in to assist the process. While doulas are mainly associated with the role of supporting mothers through pregnancy, doulas who guide clients through their last moments are rising in popularity. For those with a loved one nearing the end, death can be a taboo topic. The end-of-life doula helps make everyone comfortable with the process, assisting with burials, legacy work, estate planning, companionship and more.2020-03-2350 minEmpowered HealthLearning to be your own advocate with Christie VanHorneA constant theme on Empowered Health is the importance of advocating for your own health, but what does that exactly mean? Christie VanHorne, a public health consultant, joins us to explain how she helps others understand good patient-provider communication. VanHorne teaches how to best prep for office visits, communicate efficiently during appointments, and understand bias in health care in her various workshops.2020-03-1640 min
Empowered HealthInternational Women’s Day: Breaking sports boundaries with Manal RostomManal Rostom has never let her hijab stop her from excelling at her sport. In 2015, the Dubai-based athlete broke barriers as the first hijabi woman in a Nike campaign, modeling their new sports hijab. Later, she became the first Egyptian woman to run Great Wall of China Marathon marathon—the pharmacist-turned-runner is on track to run all six of the major marathons. Rostom runs Surviving Hijab, a female-only Facebook community, as a space for other veiled women to find support, advice and inspiration.2020-03-0932 min
Empowered HealthMenopause overview with Dr. Heather HirschDr. Heather Hirsch, who leads the Menopause and Midlife Clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital, breaks down what women should expect as they go through menopause. We discuss estrogen replacement therapy, hot flashes, changes in metabolism during menopause, and the Women's Health Initiative. Hirsch also explains how cognitive behavioral therapy can be beneficial when dealing with the symptoms that arise during the menopausal transition.2020-03-0235 min
Empowered HealthAgriculture's chemical companies and the health risks growing in our gardens, with investigative reporter Carey GillamYou may be conscientious of the ingredients—or even the macronutrients—in the meals you eat, but what about the chemicals used during crop production of your food? For the past two decades, journalist Carey Gillam has covered American agriculture. Her book "Whitewash" chronicles what happens when agribusinesses place corporate interests over public safety. Gillam explains the potential health hazards of glyphosate, one of the most widely used herbicides, which is most commonly found in the weedkiller Roundup.2020-02-241h 01
Empowered HealthNutrition goals: Brain health, vegans and carnivores with psychiatrist Dr. Georgia EdeAfter altering her diet to fix her own health problems, psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Ede became fascinated by how what we eat affects our physical and mental health. Ede helps her patients reduce or eliminate their need for psychiatric medications using nutritional strategies. She will also explain how to thoroughly examine nutrition studies, specifically taking a look at EAT-Lancet's plant-based recommendations and unpacking its inconsistencies.2020-02-1752 min
Empowered HealthMetformin, longevity drug or metabolism fixer, with Cindi Morshead and Adam KonopkaMetformin, most commonly used to treat type two diabetes, is one of the most prescribed medications in the United States. We talk to Cindi Morshead, whose research found metformin has sex-dependent effects on brain repair in mice. In recent years, metformin’s off-label benefits have become an area of interest, with some even deeming it a miracle drug. We were curious about the adverse effects of the drug, so Adam Konopka joins us to explain his study looking at how metformin blunts the effects of exercise.2020-02-101h 06
The Big Talk with Tricia BroukListen in Order to Be Heard - Emily Kumler KaplanWhat is the best way to get your message heard? The answer might surprise you. Today’s guest shares what she has learned as a journalist, mother, and communicator about the power of listening in order to be heard.2020-02-0432 min
Empowered HealthShannon Watts mobilized moms to become the NRA's worst nightmareAfter watching the Sandy Hook tragedy unfold on the news, Shannon Watts knew she needed to do something. She went on to found Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a non-partisan grassroots movement working to end gun violence. We talk to Watts about the power of organized mothers, the organization's main initiatives, how Moms Demand Action gets major retailers to listen, and the pushback she gets from oppositional groups.2020-02-0338 min
Empowered HealthHuman trafficking, the problem we all need to care about, with Dr. Hanni StoklosaHuman trafficking is a major public health crisis in the United States. While most cases remain unreported, we know that women and children are often the victims of the modern day slavery. Dr. Hanni Stoklosa, an emergency medicine physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital and executive director of HEAL Trafficking, breaks downs what human trafficking consists of and clears up misconceptions. Stoklosa explains how clinicians are in a unique position to help trafficked persons due to how frequently they access health care.2020-01-2736 min
Empowered HealthDr. Lauren Powell takes the lead at TIME'S UP Healthcare and advances the mission of equality for women in the workforceTIME'S UP, a movement against sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace, launched affiliate TIME'S UP Healthcare in March 2019 to create more equitable conditions for female healthcare professionals. The healthcare industry is dominated by women, they make up 80 percent of the workforce, yet they only hold 20 percent of leadership roles. We speak to TIME'S UP Healthcare's new executive director, Dr. Lauren Powell, to hear what she hopes the organization can accomplish.2020-01-2039 minEmpowered HealthCareer advice, learning to pivot with Wendy Sachs and Melini JesudasonThe new year is often accompanied by the desire to change whatever feels stagnant in our lives. For some, that change may be a pivot in their career path. But what does switching industries entail? Melini Jesudason, who is currently a yoga teacher and influencer, explains how she had to start over from scratch after leaving a successful career in investment banking. Pivoting expert Wendy Sachs shares some of the tricks of the trade from her book “Fearless and Free: How Smart Women Pivot and Relaunch Their Careers."2020-01-1350 min
Empowered HealthMammograms, maybe not for every woman, with Dr. Daniel Kopans and Dr. Jenn ContiIn the first part of our mammogram series, we unpack the doubts regarding mammography’s effectiveness. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Kopans, a retired radiologist, explains why he thinks women should get mammograms. We break down how statistics surrounding screening can be manipulated and why you should be aware of your absolute risk. These opposing opinions can leave women feeling confused, so we ask ob-gyn Dr. Jenn Conti how she advises her patients in their decision-making process.2020-01-061h 25
Empowered HealthMammogram myths, what do the numbers tell us about this breast cancer testIf breast cancer is detected early, it is very responsive to treatment—but the choice to get screened via mammogram, an x-ray picture of the breast, is an area of heated debate. Different governing bodies offer conflicting guidelines on when and how often to get a mammogram. In part I of our two-part series on mammography's effectiveness, former breast cancer surgeon and current epidemiologist Dr. Mette Kalagar explains the impact of mammography overdiagnosis, which is when mammograms find tumors that wouldn’t turn into harmful cancer if left undetected. Dr. Anthony Miller discusses the findings from his large randomized cont...2019-12-2354 min
Empowered HealthDr. Julie Foucher-Urcuyo: a lesson in high performance and goal settingWhile completing her undergrad at the University of Michigan, Dr. Julie Foucher-Urcuyo craved the community she felt as a high school athlete. She rediscovered that feeling after joining a local Crossfit affiliate. Foucher-Urcuyo went on compete in the Crossfit Games–some of which she was in medical school during– and became an influential member of the Crossfit world. Emily and Foucher-Urcuyo talk goal-setting, overcoming perfectionism and personal fulfillment. They also discuss why she went into family medicine and how she incorporates what she learns in the Crossfit world into her practice.2019-12-1657 min
The HERO ShowWe Grow and Learn from Other People’s Stories"Find things that you love to do and ask a lot of questions. You will be surprised to learn things about yourself and about other people. Engaging with the world is the key to being happy."
— Emily Kumler Kaplan
2019-12-131h 32
Empowered HealthThe credibility crisis in women’s health, a look at the debate between Dr. Jennifer Gunter and Jennifer BlockFour days after publication, journalist Jennifer Block's op-ed “Doctors Are Not Gods” was retracted from Scientific American after severe backlash. The piece critiqued doctors who come across as all-knowing, specifically targeting influential ob-gyn Dr. Jen Gunter, who doesn't hold back when informing Twitter users about evidence-backed medical advice for women. Block argues that Gunter's dismissal of alternative treatments may invalidate women's lived experiences. The debate continued on Twitter where many, Gunter included, felt that it was a hit piece. Emily asks Block: why did you write this piece?2019-12-091h 14
Empowered HealthFemale solo travel, security, risks and rewardsEach year, about 32 million American women travel solo, according to the Travel Industry Association. For female solo-travelers, safety is always top of mind. Erika Weisbrod, director of security solutions for International SOS, is an expert in travel risk management. Weisbrod breaks down the factors women should consider when traveling, what are the necessary precautions they should take and how to approach different situations overseas. Diana Edelman, who spent many years as a travel blogger living in various countries, discusses the pros and cons of the ex-pat lifestyle compared to vacationing. Edelman explains her realization that she was "running a...2019-12-0257 min
Empowered HealthJessica Nabongo: the first black woman to travel every country in the worldIn October 2019, Jessica Nabongo became the first black woman to travel to every country in the world. Not only is Nabongo an expert traveler, but she has a wealth of knowledge on international tourism and development. Between her Master’s degree from the London School of Economics, being employed by the UN, starting two tourism-focused companies, and hitting all 195 counties in the world, Nabongo is going to give us the scoop on how to be the ultimate female jetsetter.2019-11-2543 min
Empowered HealthYour female brain with Dr. Jill GoldsteinDid you know there is a connection between mental health and medical disorders like cardiovascular disease or Alzheimer's disease? Clinical neuroscientist Jill Goldstein, a professor of psychiatry and medicine at Harvard Medical School and the executive director of the Innovation Center on Sex Differences in Medicine, explains why women are disproportionately affected by these co-occurences. They have twice the risk of developing a co-occurrence of heart disease and depression than men do. Goldstein explains how links between the heart and brain can be traced back to prenatal development.2019-11-181h 07
Empowered HealthProgesterone and pregnancy: a look at infertility and hormonesProgesterone, a hormone that helps prepare the uterus to receive a fertilized egg, plays a huge role in fertility. Pregnancy is made difficult by having low levels of the hormone progesterone, a fact many women are unaware of. After experiencing IVF for her first child, Amy Beckley, a scientific researcher with expertise in hormone signaling, wondered if there was an easier way to conceive. She began to track her progesterone at home, discovering she had low levels. After using supplements to level herself out, she delivered a second baby without IVF. Beckley wants to help other women trying to c...2019-11-1137 min
Empowered HealthEp. 33: Infertility struggles and IVF with Dr. Alan PenziasApproximately 6.1 million women in America struggle to get pregnant every year, according to the CDC. This leads many couples to explore assisted reproductive technologies, most commonly in-vitro fertilization. In part I of our infertility series, we explain what women need to understand about infertility, what the process of IVF is like, and how much emotional and physical labor is involved. Reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Alan Penzias of Boston IVF discusses the most common infertility issues, what the typical treatment process involves and how significant egg quality and quantity are. Penzias also addresses how often men are the cause of infertility...2019-11-041h 07
Empowered HealthTech trying to make pregnancy and childbirth safer: Mahmee, Nuvo, and BloomlifeMore women are dying from childbirth today than when our moms had babies. Pregnancy and childbirth are complex and tech companies are hoping to help make these experiences safer. There has been little innovation in this space since the 1970s. The need for creative solutions to fix maternal problems is clear, so we wanted to know what the tech companies were doing to help make pregnancy and childbirth more safe. Mahmee is an app designed to improve postpartum care for both mom and baby, led by mother-daughter duo Melissa and Linda Hanna. Nuvo, which is awaiting FDA approval, developed a...2019-10-2854 min
Empowered HealthPan-Mass Challenge: A cancer-fundraising success storyThe Pan-Mass Challenge's (PMC) annual bike ride fundraiser broke records with this year's $63 million donation to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston. The PMC, led by Billy and Meredith Starr, has exclusively raised $717 million for Dana-Farber over its 40-year history. Dana-Farber president and chief executive Dr. Laurie Glimcher explains how the funds impact patient care and research. Over 150 Dana-Farber employees participated in the last ride, including Dr. Katherine Janeway, who was a cancer patient at the hospital herself.2019-10-211h 07
Empowered HealthSugar's effect on children, families, and school lunch with Dr. Shakha GillinWhat do you feed your children at snack time? Fruit snacks? Kid’s yogurt? Gatorade? So many of us don’t realize how much sugar is in these foods, which are often marketed as healthy options. With over two decades of experience as a pediatrician, Dr. Shakha Gillin noticed how many health issues could be solved by a better diet. She realized to fix kid’s eating habits, she needed to educate parents and the school system, the main sources teaching kids the right way to take care of themselves.2019-10-1444 min
Empowered HealthAbortion access: the impact on mom, children and society, with Diana Greene Foster, Dr. Jenn Conti and Dr. Erica CahillLouisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama are among states that have passed laws challenging Roe v. Wade's ruling. With the possibility of states overturning the Supreme Court's decision, we looked at how being denied an abortion affects women. The Turnaway Study, led by Diana Foster Greene, compares the outcomes of women who received an abortion with women who were denied an abortion. OB-GYNs Dr. Jenn Conti and Dr. Erica Cahill further explain the challenges of abortion providers face in the current climate.2019-10-0756 min
Empowered HealthMothering, Crowdsourcing Advice and Judgment with Dr. Margaret Quinlan and Bethany JohnsonWhen you need help who do you turn to? Instagram? Facebook? Online advice can come loaded with judgment and inaccuracies, but it is accessible and relatable and that makes it potent. We talk to Dr. Margaret Quinlan and Bethany Johnson, the authors of "You’re Doing it Wrong! Mothering, Media, and Medical Expertise", on how mothers face criticism for their choices, from the historical medical expertise of the nineteenth century to the newsfeeds of today.2019-09-3054 min
Parents Who Think#48: COUNT – EMILY KUMLER KAPLANMaking work COUNT. Emily Kumler Kaplan joins Danusia for a power packed episode all about making big things happen in our careers and beyond. Danusia and Emily explore “tenacious focus”, talking out and Emily’s mission to empower women to make informed decisions about their health. Read the full show notes over on our website School for Mothers Website ● School For Mothers Private Facebook Group ● School for Mothers Instagram2019-09-251h 27
Empowered HealthSCAD, the heart condition you’ve never heard of, with Dr. Malissa Wood and Dr. Sharonne HayesEven with decades of experience as a cardiology nurse, Kristin O'Meara initially dismissed her own warning signs of a heart attack, relying on the fact she was healthy and active. Hours later, O'Meara would find herself in the emergency room recovering from a heart attack caused by a condition many otherwise healthy women suffer from: spontaneous coronary artery dissection, commonly referred to as SCAD. Many patients, paramedics, and even doctors are unaware of the condition, leaving them to associate heart attack symptoms with less dire ailments, like panic attacks. Cardiologists and SCAD experts Dr. Malissa Wood of Massachusetts General H...2019-09-231h 19
Empowered HealthGoal setting with olympic gymnast Shannon Miller: ovarian cancer, youth sports and winning the goldBack in '96, Shannon Miller led the Magnificent Seven to the gold at the Summer Olympics, earning the first-ever gymnastics win over Russia for the U.S. In 2011, Miller announced that she had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Following recovery, Miller went on to advocate for others with ovarian cancer. She discusses cancer's aftermath and how it caused her perspective to shift. Miller also talks on her experience growing up as an athlete in comparison to the pressure of youth sports today.2019-09-1657 min
Empowered HealthMenopause and how older women are essential to societies, the grandmother hypothesis with Kristen HawkesIn 1989, a team of anthropologists studying Hadza hunter-gatherers in northern Tanzania noticed how hard one particular group was working: the grandmothers. “They were well into their sixties and their productivity was just as great as the women who are still in the childbearing years,” Kristen Hawkes, one of the anthropologists involved, tells Emily. Historically, women’s primary contribution to society was to give birth– implying post-menopausal women offered no value. We now have scientific evidence to prove that wrong.2019-09-0957 min
Empowered HealthMenopause: mood & memory changes with Dr. Jan Shifren and Dr. Nancy WoodsFrom the late reproductive stage to the final menstrual period, the female body goes through a great deal of change. The spikes in estrogen during menopause cause an unpredictability that makes the transition particularly difficult. Unlike the pattern of stocking up on tampons and Advil every 28 days, women are thrown for a loop when their hormones become erratic. Dr. Jan Shifren and Dr. Nancy Woods go in-depth about memory function, feeling unstable, and what women need to be aware of during menopause. 2019-09-0242 min
Empowered HealthWhy we’re so confused about perimenopause and hormone therapyHormone therapy has a complicated history. We’ve heard hormone therapy causes cancer and we’ve heard it is perfectly safe. This episode sets the record straight. We unpack the Women’s Health Initiative and why it has been so widely misunderstood, why poor methods led to misleading analysis and how the misinformation has resulted in widespread confusion. Emily asks the country’s top perimenopause and menopause experts. Dr. Jan Shifren is the director of Massachusetts General Hospital’s Midlife Women's Health Center along with a professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Marcie Richardson, w...2019-08-2653 min
Empowered HealthWhat’s happening to my body? The run up to menopauseAs Nina Coslov reached her forties, she began questioning what her body was experiencing. Are these symptoms related to my hormones or something else? Could I be going through menopause this early? Her uneasiness led to research about the aging female body, thus learning about the late reproductive stage and perimenopause. Her newfound knowledge was a relief; she wasn’t unhappy or sick, she was just changing and it was normal. She wanted to provide other women with this reassurance, thus launching Women Living Better, an educational website on the early stages of menopause, with help from experts like Dr...2019-08-1950 min
Empowered HealthNina Teicholz on women, fat, and health adviceInvestigative reporter Nina Teicholz was a vegetarian for over twenty years before taking a closer look at her own diet, ultimately leading to her New York Times bestseller "The Big Fat Surprise." Teicholz's work has disrupted orthodox nutrition beliefs, challenged the dietary guidelines, and debunked the weak science around dietary fat. Nina and Emily discuss how we got red meat so wrong, along with what studies show concerning women on a low-fat diet.2019-08-121h 05
Empowered HealthDr. Amy West on female athletes: periods, workouts, ab separation, CrossFitSports medicine physiatrist Dr. Amy West explains how female bodies, specifically female athlete bodies, differ from male bodies. Should you be working out on your period? What do hormones have to do with injury recovery? Do transgender athletes and those with DSD have an advantage over cisgender athletes? What is RED-S and why is it often seen amongst young female athletes? West also discusses the links between the CrossFit movement and the field of physiatry.2019-08-051h 10
Empowered HealthWork-life balance, mom editionWhile all mothers are constantly working on raising the next generation, moms who end up re-entering the workforce face difficult challenges. From accepting that being a stay-at-home mom may not be your thing to being discriminated in the workplace for being a mother, your career path gets complicated if and when you decide to have children. We are joined by the creator and host of the Double Shift Podcast, Katherine Goldstein which shares stories of current mothers in the workforce, along with Kathleen McGinn of Harvard Business School, who researches how gender and class impact work, home life, and...2019-07-2951 min
Empowered HealthOpening up about endometriosisEndometriosis is a disorder where the endometrial tissue– tissue similar to that of the uterus lining– appears in other parts of your body, usually in the pelvic region, but could spread as high as your lungs. An estimated one in ten American women have endo, however, many women remain undiagnosed. On average, it takes a decade to finally get a diagnosis. That’s a long time to deal with chronic pain, being dismissed, and the stress of it all. There is currently no cause or cure, leaving many in the dark about what’s going on with their bodies. We talk...2019-07-221h 20
Empowered HealthGary Taubes Pt. II: Challenging dogmatic nutrition wisdomThis episode is a continuation from episode 16 of our conversation with investigative reporter Gary Taubes, author of "Good Calories, Bad Calories", "Why We Get Fat", and "The Case Against Sugar." Taubes has written extensively on how dogmatic beliefs around a low-fat diet are flawed and how bad science has contributed to that. If you haven't listened to that conversation from last week, we would suggest you do that first.2019-07-1558 min
Empowered HealthGary Taubes Part I: How bad science led to an obesity epidemicGary Taubes is an investigative science journalist who has spent the last 40 years covering controversial science. Back in 2002, his New York Times Magazine piece "What if It's All Been a Big Fat Lie?" led Taubes to gain recognition as one of the few reporters taking on the challenge of questioning the conventional dietary wisdom. The article turned into a deeper investigation of the medical science establishment, resulting in his best-selling books “Good Calories, Bad Calories” and “Why We Get Fat: And What To Do About It.” In the first episode of a two-part series, Taubes discusses how questioning “pathological science” ha...2019-07-0856 min
Empowered HealthHeart disease of the small vessels, a female killer, with Janet Wei and Giulia SheftelHeart disease is the leading cause of death in men and women alike, but the symptoms, causes, and outcomes differ among the sexes. Heart disease is a catch-all for many cardiovascular conditions, so for this episode, we are focusing on small vessel disease. Women tend to get blockages in the small vessels, whereas men have plaque build-up in their large arteries. Cardiologists Dr. Janet Wei of the Barbara Streisand Women's Heart Center at the Cedars-Sinai Smidt Heart Institute and Dr. Giulia Sheftel of Newton-Wellesley Hospital discuss how these blockages happen, Yentl Syndrome, and the interplay of estrogen and heart...2019-07-0144 min
Empowered HealthAuthor and activist Sarah McBride on the complexity of gender identityWe spend a great deal of time on Empowered Health discussing how sex differences affect culture and science, but accounting for gender identity is key to an all-encompassing understanding of health issues. Author and activist Sarah McBride joins us to discuss the complexity of gender identity. McBride is a transgender advocate who works as the press secretary of the Human Rights Campaign. During her senior year at American University, known for its hyper-politicized campus in the heart of D.C., McBride made headlines when she came out as transgender while serving as study body president. Since then, she had a...2019-06-2452 min
Empowered Health"Cribsheet" author Emily Oster on inaccurate pregnancy and parenting adviceIn Italy, pregnant women are likely to enjoy a glass of wine once a week. In Japan, sushi remains a staple for dinner even during the third trimester. In America, women are told over and over again that these items, and a laundry list of others, must be restricted during pregnancy. Economist Emily Oster breaks down the typical pregnancy recommendations with data-driven research in "Expecting Better" to provide women a better understanding of the choices they can make during pregnancy. Oster's latest book, "Cribsheet", weighs the pros and cons of sleep training, breastfeeding, and the many other decisions parents h...2019-06-1739 min
Empowered HealthAmerican women are punished and held back for having their periodsNearly 12 million U.S. women and girls aged 12 to 52 are living in poverty. This 40-year age range spans the average American's menstruating years. If most of these females are struggling to afford food, how can they be expected to buy tampons? For low-income menstruators, the financial burden of menstruating makes the monthly occurrence even worse. The American College of Obstetrics estimates two-thirds of low-income women don't have enough money to buy menstrual products at least one time per year. Nadya Okamoto of PERIOD. The Menstrual Movement and Kate Sanetra-Butler of Dignity Matters, two leaders working to end period poverty, b...2019-06-1059 min
Empowered HealthWhat is CRISPR? Francoise Baylis talks futurism, gene-edited babies, and bioethicsIn November 2018, Chinese scientist He Jiankui announced the birth of the first CRISPR babies. You may have seen CRISPR popping up in science news over the past few years, but still don't really understand what it is. This week, bioethicist Francoise Baylis breaks down what exactly this gene-editing technology could mean for humanity, from futuristic super senses to disease-resistant babies. 2019-06-0351 min
Empowered HealthThe Women Left Behind When A Veteran Kills HimselfEvery hour an American veteran dies by suicide. Behind every one of them, a wife, girlfriend, partner and often young children are left trying to process the loss and their new future. Who cares for these survivors? How do we, as a country, honor them? Turns out until recently we weren’t. This episode will answer those questions and draw a parallel between those veterans who are traumatized by a comrade’s death abroad and the women who have a similar experience when they lose their loved ones at home. 2019-05-271h 00
Empowered HealthIs Pornography Good For Your Relationship?Pornography in the United States is a massive business; some reports estimate it brings in approximately one trillion dollars in annual revenue. In this episode, we look at the differences in how women and men consume porn, how it impacts relationships and its influence on society at large. We discuss pornography's cultural implications with Samuel Perry, professor of sociology and religious studies, Cindy Gallop, CEO of MakeLoveNotPorn, and Dr. Gail Dines, anti-porn scholar and CEO of Culture Reframed.2019-05-201h 02
Empowered HealthMemoirist Sarah McColl, Motherhood and "Joy Enough"Author Sarah McColl discusses her memoir "Joy Enough", a tribute to her late mother. McColl joins Empowered Health for a conversation on the mother-daughter dynamic, transitioning through periods of loss, and experiencing joy during life's ups and downs.2019-05-131h 04
Empowered HealthReversing Alzheimer's FateThere has been a commonly held belief that there was nothing one could do to prevent Alzheimer's. Dr. Dale Bredesen has found that your memory's fate isn't necessarily sealed with an APOE4 gene. The neuroscientist's research shows that lifestyle changes may actually be the key to starving off the disease before it's too late.2019-05-0659 min
Empowered HealthThe U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis Part IIThe solution to the U.S. maternal mortality crisis lies in understanding the problem. Data collection, bias taught in medical school, government intervention, moms advocating for other moms, rouge-OB determined to disrupt the status quo, a not-for-profit invested in getting this right and one mother's story of how she almost died– we get into it all in just an hour.2019-04-291h 02Empowered HealthThe U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis Part IOver the past few decades, the maternal mortality rate has continued to decline in all the developed countries– except for the United States. Women today are twice as likely as their mothers to die before, during, or after childbirth. For black mothers, this risk is even greater.2019-04-221h 03
Empowered HealthWomen and Weed: Estrogen’s Impact on Our ExperienceCould your time of the month alter the way you experience marijuana? This week we look at how estrogen heightens the effects of THC, what getting high during pregnancy means for the fetus, and why CBD is all the rage right now.2019-04-1549 min
Empowered HealthBONUS: Diabetes Follow-upIn this bonus episode of Empowered Health, we did a follow up with Dr. Gabbay and Dr. Hallberg in response to Monday's episode on diabetes2019-04-0944 min
Empowered HealthA Type Two Diabetes Cure?For years, type two diabetics have been treating themselves with insulin injections and other medications. The medical team at Virta Health has introduced a new method to not only treat type two diabetes but potentially reverse it: a low-carbohydrate diet.2019-04-0846 min
Empowered HealthWomen and Anger with Soraya ChemalyBottling up anger has been linked to a degrade in overall health, especially in autoimmune diseases where 75% of American patients are female. We discuss this and other ways women are psychologically and physically suppressed in society with Soraya Chemaly, author of the bestselling book ”Rage Becomes Her.”2019-04-0143 min
Empowered HealthThe Keto Crotch ConspiracyEarlier this month, the media began pumping out headlines about "keto crotch", an unpleasant odor downtown plaguing women on the ketogenic diet. The timing of this media blitz and the lack of research on the phenomenon seemed suspicious, so we decided to investigate. 2019-03-251h 01
Empowered HealthIntroducing Empowered HealthCreated and hosted by journalist Emily Kumler, Empowered Health stems from a history of frustration in finding reliable information on women’s bodies and how to best care for them. Each week, we will be breaking down the barriers of health misinformation and arming women with the knowledge they need to live healthier, happier lives.2019-01-2802 min