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The Hotflash inc podcast169: SOLO Hormone therapy confusion, five years of Hotflash inc, and how to figure out what's right for youSend us a textIn this powerful solo episode, Hotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen reflects on the five-year journey of building the platform, from launching her first newsletter in 2020 to preparing for the first Hotflash inc Summit and her first product launch – a much-needed tool to help women navigate the hormone therapy maze.Ann Marie opens up about how far the conversation has come, how far it still has to go, and what she’s learned through thousands of hours of research, interviews, and real-life experience. She unpacks the polarizing hormone therapy spac...2025-07-2435 minThe Hotflash inc podcast168: Is estrogen really the problem? Jay Feldman breaks down what’s actually driving your midlife symptomsSend us a textIn this deep-dive episode, independent researcher and Energy Balance Podcast host Jay Feldman walks Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen through his bioenergetic approach to health, exploring how modern life disrupts our energy systems and misleads us around hormones.Jay explains why perimenopause symptoms aren’t necessarily signs of estrogen deficiency, what progesterone’s underrated role is, and how metabolism, stress, and gut health all converge to influence the midlife transition.His work has been instrumental in helping Ann Marie connect the dots between her own thyroid, gut health, fatty liver, and...2025-07-1752 minThe Hotflash inc podcast167: Dr Lara Briden unpacks what really matters in midlifeSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host and founder Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Lara Briden – a naturopath, women’s health speaker, and author of Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and Metabolism Repair for Women. Together, they unpack some of the buzziest and most confusing midlife health trends: from hormone therapy + GLP-1 combos to supplement overwhelm, vaginal estrogen, and the sudden concern over labia shrinkage.Dr Briden brings a refreshing and deeply grounded perspective to the conversation, challenging common narratives and reminding us of the biological bril...2025-07-1027 minThe Hotflash inc podcast166: From Scotch to hot flashes: Carin Luna-Ostaseski’s journey to perimenopauseSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, founder and host Ann Marie McQueen talks with serial entrepreneur Carin Luna-Ostaseski – creator of Hot or Just Me?, a comprehensive online platform supporting women through perimenopause and menopause.Carin’s path from successful whiskey founder to menopause advocate is anything but ordinary. After launching the first American woman and Hispanic-created Scotch whisky (SIA), and pioneering a grant program for underserved entrepreneurs, she found herself navigating hot flashes, anxiety, insomnia and more. Rather than suffer silently, she launched a new venture focused on offering trus...2025-07-0322 minThe Hotflash inc podcast163: What hypnosis has to do with the gut–brain connection and healing in perimenopause with Dr Tiffany DuffingSend us a textWelcome to the Hotflash inc Podcast! I’m Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and founder of Hotflash Inc, and today I’m joined by Dr Tiffany Duffing, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist, US Army Veteran, and co-founder of GI Psychology. Dr Duffing is an expert in the gut–brain connection, integrative therapy and clinical hypnosis for GI disorders, chronic pain, insomnia, and anxiety. There is such an intersection with everything we are facing in perimenopause, so stay tuned as we dive into the science behind one of the most practical tools for healing.Hi...2025-06-1236 minThe Hotflash inc podcast161: Finding our Pink Zones: How women really thrive in perimenopause, menopause + midlife with Dr. Heidi Lescanec, NDSend us a textOn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, journalist and founder Ann Marie McQueen is joined by Dr Heidi Lescanec, a naturopathic physician based in Vancouver, BC, who brings over two decades of experience blending the latest scientific research with natural, clinically proven forms of medicine.Heidi has coined the term The Pink Zones to describe the cultural, emotional, physical, and communal conditions that allow women to not only navigate perimenopause and menopause – but to thrive. She’s been listening to older, wiser women, and noticing the powerful patterns that emerge when...2025-05-2938 minThe Hotflash inc podcast160: Your Perimenopause Game Plan with Dr Lydia KostopoulosSend us a textIn this episode, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with globally recognized strategist Dr Lydia Kostopoulos, whose work spans emerging technology, national security, and macrotrends. But it’s her deep interest in human performance and healthy aging that brings her into the perimenopause conversation.Lydia shares her experience preparing for this life phase with intention, data, and strategy – including a military-style “perimenopause game plan”. Through her Project N of 1 series and personal research, she’s built a unique, highly organized approach to symptom tracking, risk assessment, and hormone therapy prep – while emphasizing emotional and psycholo...2025-05-2222 minThe Hotflash inc podcast157: REPLAY 80s supermodel Kim Alexis: 'Hormones are natural too'Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on July 11, 2024In this episode, host and midlife and menopause journalist Ann Marie McQueen speaks with iconic American model Kim Alexis.They explore Kim's extensive career when she dominated the modeling industry. They talk about what it was like to appear on over 500 magazine – sometimes all of them at once – and cover her journey through competitive sports, her faith, clean living, marriage and menopause.Kim shares personal stories about her transition into menopause, her choice to use hormone therapy – and the controversial delivery method...2025-05-0148 minThe Hotflash inc podcast155: REPLAY Let's optimize our hormones and not get cancer with Dr Leigh Erin ConnealySend us a textThis podcast originally ran on October 15, 2024.Hotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Leigh Erin Connealy, a leading figure in integrative medicine, known for her unique approach in combining conventional and alternative treatments in addressing chronic illnesses and cancer. Dr Connealy is the founder of the Center for New Medicine and the Cancer Center for Healing in Irvine, California and author of two books: The Cancer Revolution and the Be Perfectly Healthy. She is also co-founder of leading hormone brand, Raena Health.She talks...2025-04-1756 minThe Hotflash inc podcast153: REPLAY 21 questions about hormone therapySend us a textThis is a replay of Episode 129, originally aired on 16 November 2024.In this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy).This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause, and women's midlife health for 5+ years now.Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way.The Hotflash inc Podcast...2025-04-0325 minThe Hotflash inc podcast152: Why Do Women Go Through Menopause? with Dr Deena EmeraSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, GenX journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Deena Emera, an evolutionary geneticist, senior scientist at the Buck Institute’s Buck Center for Healthy Aging in Women, and author of A Brief History of the Female Body: An Evolutionary Look at How and Why the Female Form Came to Be.Dr Emera’s research focuses on the genetic basis of reproductive longevity in mammals, and in this fascinating discussion, she breaks down the evolution of menopause, why female bodies age the way they...2025-03-2700 minThe Hotflash inc podcast151: Shredding menopause silence with Tamsen FadalSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with fellow journalist and midlife advocate, Tamsen Fadal. A veteran Emmy Award-winning news anchor, Tamsen has transformed her career into a powerful force for women in midlife. From creating the groundbreaking PBS documentary The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause to her upcoming book How To Menopause (out March 2025), Tamsen is on a mission to change the conversation around menopause, confidence and aging.Connect with Tamsen Fadal:Website: www.tamsenfadal.comIG: @tamsenfadalTikTok: @tamsenfadalYouTube...2025-03-2038 min
The Inner Shift PodcastPerimenopause Preps and Menopause MayhemFeeling alone when your hormones hit the skids can be overwhelming and there is a LOT to learn. Why doesn’t someone get us all together to share what you’re thinking! Gee, you think, I wish Amy and Kimothy would do that show for us. Presto!! You’ve come to the right place. Our first guest does that on her own podcast based in the United Arab Emirates. Experienced Canadian journalist Ann Marie McQueen is a podcast expert with her multimedia platform Hotflash Inc., which focuses exclusively on information women need to get through the rolle...2025-03-2059 minThe Hotflash inc podcast149: SOLO I get texts, trust and what the birds taught meSend us a textIn this special solo episode, Ann Marie McQueen shares reader letters, explores the journey of trusting yourself with hormone therapy, and reflects on a touching encounter with a tiny bird that left a lasting impression.From listener messages that validate the power of open conversations about menopause to deep thoughts on aging, self-trust, and the emotional rollercoaster of hormone therapy, this episode is a candid, heartfelt exploration of what it means to navigate midlife with awareness and resilience. Highlights from this episode:Why text messages from l...2025-03-0624 minThe Hotflash inc podcast148: Science-backed holistic healing for migraines with Diane DucarmeSend us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen Ann Marie sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to uncover the root causes of migraines and discuss how a holistic, science-backed approach can lead to relief and resilience.Diane blends Western medicine, Eastern healing practices, and advanced te...2025-02-2739 minThe Hotflash inc podcast147: Yoga for menopause and beyond with Niamh DalySend us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode Gen X journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Niamh Daly, a yoga educator, menopause specialist and the creator of Yoga for Menopause & Beyond teacher training. Based in Ireland, she helps women worldwide navigate perimenopause and postmenopause with evidence-based, body-first yoga practices. Her latest book offers an empowering, re...2025-02-201h 12The Hotflash inc podcast146: BONUS: The power of cellular nutrition & Urolithin A with Jennifer Scheinman, RDNSend us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Welcome to another episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast, where journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen explores all things perimenopause, menopause, midlife, and beyond. In this episode, Ann Marie sits down with Jennifer Scheinman, a registered dietitian nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in functional and integrative nutrition. As the senior manager of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline Nutrition, Je...2025-02-1832 minThe Hotflash inc podcast145: Your midlife brain health action plan with neurologist Dr Teryn ClarkeSend us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of Hotflash inc, GenX journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with neurologist and award-winning dementia care professional Dr Teryn Clarke to discuss the science and lifestyle strategies that can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease, which disproportionately affect women. Drawing from her book, Brain Health Action Plan: Simpl...2025-02-1343 minThe Hotflash inc podcast144: The evolutionary approach to midlife + menopause with Jenny PowersSend us a textIn this episode, host Ann Marie McQueen chats with Jenny Powers, scientist, writer, athlete and co-author of On the Origin of Being, about how modern society has veered far from the evolutionary way of living – and how that’s impacting our health, particularly for women in midlife.Jenny, a scientist with a PhD in microbiology and immunology, discusses how our biology has been shaped over millennia and why the mismatch between modern life and our evolved needs might be making perimenopause and menopause more challenging than they need...2025-02-0845 minThe Hotflash inc podcast143: SOLO episode: What's my hormone therapy dose, talking back to doctors, sore hips and moreSend us a textIn this solo episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen kicks things off by responding to a listener question about whether she's mega-dosing estrogen, breaking down how to check your prescription and what guidelines to follow. Then, she reflects on her recent experience giving a keynote speech at Arab Health – navigating imposter syndrome, unexpected encouragement, and how she bounced back from her "no one would help the little hen" moment.Ann Marie also dives into:How she’s declaring January 29 as Hotflash Inc's official fresh start...2025-02-0135 minThe Hotflash inc podcast142: Understanding hormones, movement and perimenopause with endocrinologist Dr Nicky KeaySend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with Dr Nicky Keay, a medical doctor specializing in exercise endocrinology. With a career dedicated to understanding how lifestyle, nutrition, and movement impact hormones, Dr Keay brings a unique perspective to perimenopause, menopause, and female hormone health.Dr Keay is the author of Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and editor of the anthology Myths of Menopause. She also serves as an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University College London and is a medical advisor to the Scottish Ballet.2025-01-251h 16The Hotflash inc podcast141: More truth about progesterone, estrogen and women's health with Dr Jerilynn PriorSend us a textThank you To our sponsors For making this episode possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.In this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen speaks with Dr Jerilynn Prior, a professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia and the head of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR). For over 40 years, Dr. Prior has been a trailblazer in understanding women’s hormones, championing the crucial role of prog...2025-01-2056 minThe Hotflash inc podcast140: Unpacking estrogen: myths, realities and menopause and midlife health with Lara BridenSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen is joined by naturopathic doctor and women’s health expert, Lara Briden. With decades of clinical experience, she is the author of three books: Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and her newest release, Metabolism Repair for Women. Lara’s work focuses on empowering women with evidence-based knowledge to navigate their hormonal health, including through perimenopause and menopause. Together, they unravel the intricate world of estrogen, its role in women’s lives and how it connects to the challenges and opportunities of mid...2025-01-181h 08The Hotflash inc podcast138: Revolutionizing Perimenopause with EJ Kim and Marina Pen of NNABISend us a textIn this episode of Hotflash inc host and journalist Ann Marie McQueen talks to EJ Kim and Marina Pen, founders of Nnabi, one of the few companies exclusively focused on perimenopause. EJ and Marina share their personal journeys through perimenopause and the challenges they faced that inspired them to create Nnabi.Nnabi's mission is to educate and support women navigating the complexities of perimenopause, and they’ve launched two innovative supplements aimed at enhancing overall well-being during this transformative life stage. These supplements are crafted with carefully selected, clinically te...2025-01-0753 minThe Hotflash inc podcast136: Navigating midlife with purpose and intention: Coach Stef Ziev's choice approachSend us a textIt's the perfect podcast for a brand-new year. Aren't you tired of abandoning yourself choose things that make other people happy? Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and host of the Hotflash inc podcast, is joined by Stef Ziev, a New York-based executive life coach. Ziev draws from her extensive career in the entertainment industry and her background in psychology to help individuals regain control over their choices and lives. Connect with Stef Ziev:Website: https://stefziev.comLinkedIn: @stefziev/Instagram: @stefziev/2025-01-0154 minThe Hotflash inc podcast135: Loving your inner child with Srini BhatSend us a textHotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen interviews Srini Bhat, a former monk and life enhancement coach she met at Kamalaya Wellness in Koh Samui, Thailand. Ann Marie discusses her transformative session with Srini, which set her on a path of positive change over the past 18 months. Srini shares insights on embracing the truth of one's current state, being present, and overcoming unconscious patterns that limit happiness. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-awareness, and genuine desire for happiness to lead a more fulfilled life. Srini also touches on the concept of l...2024-12-2847 minThe Hotflash inc podcast134: SOLO episode: Magical mish-mashSend us a textIn another solo episode, Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen talks about her frustration with unrealistic expectations for women, Peter Attia, weighted vests, people who use the words “misinformation, disinformation” and who like to “debunk” things, what happens when you start to choose yourself, the song that got her crying in the gym and why It’s all a great way to get you excited about who’s going to be on the podcast next week. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsle...2024-12-2129 minThe Hotflash inc podcast133: Navigating peri-to-post menopause, spiritual growth, trauma and more (with really good protein powder) with XO Jacqui's Jacqui BurgeSend us a textIn this episode, Jacqui Burge joins me (Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen) for a magical conversation that ranges from why perimenopause needed an easy-to-digest, simple and clean protein powder to how much better life can be without sugar. Jacqui is a thoughtful, post-menopausal American health and wellness entrepreneur. A workplace wellness pioneer, she has more than three million views on LinkedIn for sessions offered by her company Desk Yogi. She’s been a figure skater, a rock star, a mom and a drug addict. She’s also a woman...2024-12-1459 minThe Hotflash inc podcast132: Introducing YOUR Perimenopause Game PlanSend us a textToday host and Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen introduces an ambitious project: the Perimenopause Game Plan. This compiles 5 years of research, more than 100 interviews, many conversations with women and her own experience. This is unrolling over on Substack. Listen to the podcast to find out how. Send a text if you have questions or there is anything you want to know. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTi...2024-12-0510 minThe Hotflash inc podcast131: NEW INTRO! Breast health, pain and molecular iodine with Violet Daily founder Dianne WistSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. In the new intro, Ann Marie relays a conversation she had with women's hormone expert Lara Briden about why it works and why it's better than potassium iodide (because it shelters the breast from estrogen and is preferentially taken up by more estrogen-sensitive tissues like the breast rather than the thyroid gland.Disclaimer: Anyone with a thyroid problem...2024-12-0442 minThe Hotflash inc podcast131: Breast health, pain and molecular iodine with Violet Daily founder Dianne WistSend us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. Diane shares insights on why women often overlook breast pain, how hormone therapy can trigger it, and the need to be proactive about breast care. They discuss the clinical research behind Violet Daily's molecular iodine supplement, its impact on both women and men, and its role in alleviating breast pain and supporting overall breast health. Diane also offers advice on advocating f...2024-11-2740 minThe Hotflash inc podcast129: 21 questions about hormone therapySend us a textIn this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy). This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause and women's midlife health for 5+ years now. Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNew...2024-11-1625 min
What Are You Made Of?Ann Marie McQueen’s Bold Journey Through Journalism and Midlife TransitionsAnn Marie McQueen shared her journey as a journalist and founder of Hotflash inc, a global digital media platform dedicated to guiding women through perimenopause, menopause, and midlife transitions. From her roots in Canada to her bold move to Abu Dhabi in 2008, Ann Marie details her unexpected path to the Middle East, where she's cultivated a vibrant community of over 50,000 women worldwide.
Ann Marie talks about her career transformation, from founding editor roles in Canada to freelance success in the UAE, covering digital media expansion and how every twist in her career has uniquely...2024-10-2934 min
Around The Emirates with Sara MousaAround The Emirates With Sara Mousa - Episode 122Hot flashes are much more common than we think, and we need to learn more about them, as well as the full menopause journey. On this episode of the podcast, I was joined by Ann Marie McQueen, a digital journalist, podcaster and founder of Hotflash inc. This is a global platform that provides evidence-based, expert and experience-based information and context for those going through perimenopause, menopause and midlife. From newsletter options to a weekly podcast, listen to how Ann Marie is shifting perspectives on this conversation. Thank you for joining me on the show!2024-09-2113 minThe Hotflash inc podcast121: SOLO EPISODE: Menopause research, hormone therapy and spiritual consciousnessSend us a textHotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen talks about the first-ever perimenopause month, Hot Flash Day (courtesy of Stripes) and the annual meeting of The Menopause Society of North America. She talks about sleep, hot flashes, weird quirks of research; hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy. Some new numbers on how many women in the US are taking hormone therapy (it’s way less than you think) and asks why only estrogen is considered hormone therapy. She talks about three of her best friends, who were transformed by exogenous hormones. And she...2024-09-1222 minThe Hotflash inc podcast120: Dr Salome Masghati knows how complicated perimenopause isSend us a textToday Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen is speaking with a board-certified gynecologist whose surgical career was focused on fibroids and endometriosis before she discovered her love for functional medicine and holistic therapy and discovered what it could do for women struggling with menopause, hormones and wellness. Dr Masghati, who offers virtual consults worldwide in four languages, talks about treating patients from Lebanon to the Philippines, about the balance of estrogen and progesterone, the role of testosterone, the relevance of detoxification, ADHD in midlife, why some people want compounded hormones and why no...2024-09-051h 05