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Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | June 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-05-1846 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | May 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-04-2730 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston: From Exhaustion to Energy: Combating Menopause Fatigue and Hormonal PovertyAre you waking up exhausted, no matter how many hours you’ve slept? Do you find yourself wondering why your once-sharp brain feels foggy and why simple tasks take so much energy? You’re not alone. This week on The Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin dives into the real reasons behind extreme exhaustion during menopause and after hysterectomies—and what you can do to reclaim your vitality.
Episode Highlights
Why Menopause Fatigue Is More Than Just Aging
Dr. Kyrin explains why hormonal poverty is not "just a part of getting older" and explores the critical differences between gradua...2025-04-1009 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | April 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-03-3021 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | High Blood Pressure & Hormonal Poverty: The Real Solutions Your Doctor Didn’t Tell YouHey there, fabulous midlife women! Have you been feeling like your health questions are met with band-aid solutions that just don’t cut it? You’re not alone. High blood pressure and its “quick fixes” are just one of the many symptoms of midlife metabolic mayhem that are holding back so many women like you from living a vibrant life filled with joy.
On this episode of the Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin tackles a relatable question from Madison—one that could be your very own. Madison’s high blood pressure is “sort of managed” by medication, but poor sleep...2025-03-1113 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | From Hormonal Poverty to Passionate Prosperity: Reclaiming Libido, Vitality, and Intimacy in MidlifeAre you finding yourself avoiding kisses, hugs, or even the thought of intimacy with your partner? Do you feel like your personality has shifted since menopause, making you more independent but less connected?
You’re not alone, and you’re not imagining things. But here’s the truth—it doesn’t have to be this way.
Welcome back to The Hormone Prosperity Podcast with me, Dr. Kyrin, your trusted hormone prosperity coach. In this empowering episode, we’re answering a candid and relatable question from Tiffany about losing that spark of intimacy and connection in midlife. Tog...2025-03-0414 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | March 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-03-0247 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr.Kyrin Dunston | Menopause & Irregular Heartbeats: Is Your Heart Asking for Hormonal Prosperity?Ever find yourself lying awake at night, heart racing for no reason? Or maybe you’ve noticed your heart skipping beats out of the blue? If you’re in midlife or menopause, this episode is for you. 💗
Join Dr. Kyrin as she tackles Trina’s important question about irregular heartbeats during menopause. Could these unsettling symptoms be connected to low hormone levels? And more importantly, are they warning signs of something bigger?
Here’s What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:
Why irregular heartbeats during menopause deserve your full attention—not just your worry.
The role estrogen and...2025-02-2512 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | HRT 101: Is Your Hormone Dosing Method Helping You or Harming You?Welcome to another energizing and empowering episode of The Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin! This week, we’re tackling a pressing question from our listener, Mavic, who’s confused about the various ways to dose Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Are you wondering if that HRT pill, patch, or cream is the best choice for your body? Curious about the hidden risks of oral estradiol or why your patch might be causing skin irritation? Dr. Kyrin breaks it all down with heartfelt clarity and solid science, as she explains why the method you use to dose hormones can...2025-02-1818 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Your Hormones and That Glass of Wine — A Conversation You Need to HearIs your favorite glass of wine doing more to your body than you think? It’s time to find out.
This week on the Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin dives into an often-overlooked yet essential topic for midlife women — the connection between wine consumption and hormonal health. Sparked by a brilliant question from Alicia, a 51-year-old listener navigating hormone replacement therapy (HRT), this episode unpacks the complex relationship between alcohol, gastrointestinal health, and hormonal balance.
Grab your favorite cup of tea (or rethink that Chardonnay 🤔) and join us as we explore how that glass of wine mi...2025-02-1114 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | It’s Not “Just” a Hormone Problem—Here’s What You’re MissingHave you been told your depression is random? That it just came out of nowhere?
Maybe your doctor prescribed synthetic hormones to manage your heavy periods or irregular cycles, and now… things just feel off. You're questioning, “What’s wrong with me?” even though your life looks great on paper.
This week on the Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin dives into why depression, anxiety, weight gain, and other midlife struggles often aren’t the isolated issues they seem to be—and why a simplistic approach to “hormone problems” might be actually making things worse.
What You’ll Lear...2025-02-0612 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Heal Hair Havoc By Addressing The Root CauseHave you noticed your hair thinning, becoming brittle, or seemingly refusing to grow? You're not alone, and it's not just about your hair. This week on The Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin shatters the myth that hair issues are purely cosmetic and dives deep into the systemic imbalances that could be wreaking havoc on midlife women’s health.
Abby shared her story this week—her hair has become so thin that even her hairdresser hesitates to cut it. Despite trying hair vitamins, special shampoos, and unique pillowcases, she’s still frustrated and seeking answers. Sound familiar? If so, th...2025-02-0413 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | February 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-02-0238 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | From Sarcasm to Solutions: Overcoming Midlife Metabolic Mayhem With An Approach That Restores HopeWelcome to The Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin Dunston, your guide to moving from hormonal poverty to hormonal prosperity. This episode dives into the often-overlooked struggles of midlife women navigating the turbulent waters of hormonal imbalances and metabolic mayhem—and the surprising connection between sarcasm and hopelessness.
Dr. Kyrin starts by unpacking sarcasm’s deeper meaning (did you know the word literally means “to tear the flesh”?). Sarcasm can be a subtle weapon women use against themselves when they feel powerless or unheard, especially when dealing with frustrating symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and mood swi...2025-01-2814 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsFinancial Bubbles & The Crypto/AI Industry | Historical Signals That Will RepeatThis is a solo episode heavily influenced by the book 'Devil Take The Hindmost'.In Episode #473 of 'Musings' it is just myself Kyrin and I'm discussing: the beginnings, growth and eventual popping of financial bubbles across history (with examples like the Tulip Mania and the South Sea Bubble), why these criteria are all subjective and not numbers based, the reasons I believe there is a crypto/AI bubble that is midway through it's cycle and some predictions for what I think could happen in the next 6-18 months.A huge thanks to Lyceum & Petar for...2025-01-261h 18
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Sleepless in Midlife? The Hidden Dangers of Hormonal Poverty ExplainedHave you been tossing and turning at night, watching the clock tick forward, and dreading another day of fatigue? If you’re a woman over 40, you’re not alone. Sleep disturbances are one of the 60+ symptoms of midlife metabolic mayhem caused by what Dr. Kyrin calls “hormonal poverty.” But here’s the tricky part—you may not even realize you’re in it.
On this episode of the Hormone Prosperity Podcdast, your hormone prosperity coach, Dr. Kyrin, dives deep into the hidden dangers of hormonal poverty and why addressing only your sex hormones might not be enough to fix that el...2025-01-2306 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Lost Your Train of Thought? Unlock the Link Between Brain Fog and Hormonal PovertyHave you found yourself forgetting a close friend’s name, or even fumbling to recall your own address? That unsettling brain fog isn’t just "getting older"—it could be a sign of something deeper. Welcome to this episode of The Hormone Prosperity Podcast, where I, Dr. Kyrin, your trusted Hormone Prosperity Coach, uncover the hidden culprit behind these frustrating moments of forgetfulness—hormonal poverty.
Key Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss
💡 What Brain Fog REALLY Means: Forgetting words, losing focus, or constantly feeling mentally “off” aren’t just random occurrences. They’re signs of a larger issue—midl...2025-01-2109 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | January 2025It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2025-01-0547 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsDeciphering Opinion From Fact | Why New Books Fail The Kyrin TestWhy is it basically impossible to find any modern books with some sort of 'politics' thrown in?In Episode #467 of 'Musings' Juan and I discuss: how recent events are often presented with a bias rather than factual accuracy, the reliability of recent publications re-reading old books and get a bit sidetracked in the realm of education (specifically literature in schooling).No support this week, very sad puppy :'(Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:28) Book Preferences And Trends(00:04:46) Opinions in Recent History Books(00:12:20) Practical Implications Of Opinions(00:15:01) Facts Vs Opinions In Literature(00:20:14...2024-12-151h 04
Mere Mortals ConversationsDogs & Puppers | Juan's Best Friend But Kyrin's 2nd Worst EnemyWhat's your favourite dog and why is it Golden Retrievers!In Episode #466 of Meanderings Juan and I discuss: childhood memories and how these interactions have shaped our views on dogs, how owning a dog can teach us about mortality and the finite nature of life, the social dynamics of ownership, comparison to other animals & random thoughts on suffering & mental health.Huge thanks to Petar for the support!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:48) The Importance of Dogs(00:02:03) Childhood Dog Story(00:05:05) Overcoming Fear of Dogs(00:10:06) Dog Ownership and Safety(00:14:53) Dogs As Training for...2024-12-0858 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | What is Hormonal Prosperity?Are you thriving, or just surviving in your midlife health? If you’ve been struggling with low energy, unexplained weight gain, mood swings, or "midlife metabolic mayhem," you’re not alone—but you deserve better.
In this episode, Dr. Kyrin introduces the empowering concept of Hormonal Prosperity, a state of thriving health where your hormones supply everything your body needs for optimal function. Much like financial prosperity, hormonal prosperity provides you with "hormonal savings" to fund not just survival, but vitality, strength, and joy in your daily life.
Dr. Kyrin shares profound insights, personal stories, and ho...2024-12-0524 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Time Cut Short : The Lifespan Impact of Hormonal PovertyWhat if your hormones were quietly cutting your lifespan short? Hormonal poverty impacts more than just your mood or energy levels—it's deeply linked to your overall health, longevity, and quality of life.
Join Dr. Kyrin as she takes you on an eye-opening exploration of the third consequence of hormonal poverty—a shortened lifespan. Did you know that women in hormonal poverty live 1-2 years less on average? If you’ve been trying to "balance" your hormones without looking at the full picture, this episode is a wake-up call you can't afford to miss.
Dr. Kyrin...2024-12-0311 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | December 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Let's start off strong as we notice Kyrin's shirt is inside out, lol. Reflecting on our November goals, we did ok but noticed the busy period coming in strong. Juan discusses his fitness journey, focusing on strengthening his obliques and the benefits he's noticed in his handstand practice. He also shares his commitment to better sleep habits and reducing caffeine intake. I'm still looking for a girl and will be putting less emphasis on...2024-12-0144 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston : The Hidden Cost: How Hormonal Poverty Triggers DiseaseOn this eye-opening episode of The Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin dives into the second consequence of hormonal poverty: disease. If you think symptoms like irregular periods, fatigue, or mood swings are just inconvenient hassles, think again. Those “pesky” symptoms? They’re actually gifts—your body’s way of signaling that something deeper needs attention.
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
Ever heard of “midlife metabolic mayhem”? Dr. Kyrin breaks down how those 60+ symptoms of hormonal imbalance aren’t just annoying—they’re the prelude to more serious health challenges.
Learn why suppressing symptoms with medication won’t address the root cause. Spoiler alert—i...2024-11-2820 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Hormonal Havoc: Midlife Metabolic Mayhem ExplainedAre you feeling stuck with symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, or mood swings? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.
This week on The Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin, we’re unraveling the mystery of midlife metabolic mayhem, a key consequence of hormonal poverty that affects far more women than you might think. Whether you’re in your twenties, forties, or beyond, this episode will explain why your metabolism feels “broken” and how hormones play a pivotal role in extracting the energy your body desperately needs.
Dr. Kyrin dives into the science of met...2024-11-2622 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Hormonal Poverty Explained - The Hidden Epidemic: What You Need to Know About Hormonal PovertyJoin Dr. Kyrin as she uncovers the little-known but widespread issue of hormonal poverty. This episode takes a deep dive into why midlife women often feel dismissed in the healthcare system and what that means for their overall well-being.
Picture this: you're visiting your doctor, listing a stream of troubling symptoms—fatigue, low libido, mood swings, and more. Your doctor, barely glancing up, diagnoses you with menopause and hands you a prescription as a solution. Sound familiar? Dr. Kyrin challenges this narrative, urging women to reclaim control over their health by asking the 'why' behind their symptoms ra...2024-11-2123 min
Hormone Prosperity Podcast with Dr. Kyrin DunstonDr. Kyrin Dunston | Hormone Balance Breakthrough - When It Finally CLICKED: The Hormone Balance Ah Ha MomentIn this transformational episode of The Hormone Prosperity Podcast, Dr. Kyrin opens up about her personal "rebirth" and shares her compelling story of overcoming hormonal poverty—a struggle that resonates with countless midlife women.
From battling severe health challenges to finding rejuvenation through functional medicine, Dr. Kyrin's narrative is both a testament to resilience and an invitation for you to explore what's possible for your own health and well-being.
What You'll Learn:
Identify Hormonal Poverty: Understand what hormonal poverty is and how it impacts your health.
Empowering Questions: Discover the right questions to a...2024-11-1915 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | November 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.As an additional little bonus we talk about the importance of stacking goals, the idea that they're not just a one-off and actually linger long after we switch our focus to elsewhere. And no we are not doing any 'Nom Nom' challenges as Juan asks me.Much appreciation to everyone who boosted and streamed over this last month!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:59) Kyrin's October 2024 Recap(00:04:18) Juan's October 2024 Recap(00:12:17...2024-11-0340 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsFrom Wedding Bells To One-Arm Handstands | Our October 2024 Monthly GoalsWhy do airport security hate authentic Canadian Maple Syrup?In this episode, we dive into our monthly goals for October, reflecting on what we achieved in September and setting the stage for the upcoming month. Juan discusses the challenges of planning a wedding, including the difficulty of booking belly dancing for entertainment, share personal achievements such as completing tax returns and maintaining fitness routines. Kyrin talks about his travels to Brazil and New Zealand, and the importance of making the most of his time there, while also touching on his fitness goals and the need to cut...2024-10-1136 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMastering the One-Arm Handstand And Kyrin's Other Annual GoalsIt's time to change up my life.After a whirlwind journey through Brazil and New Zealand, I'm back in Brisbane and ready to dive into my annual goals. This #458 'Meanderings' episode marks a transition as we move towards more structured musings in the future. I share my eight core goals, focusing on areas like relationships, financial stability, health, spirituality, travel, character development, and knowledge/skills acquisition. My top priorities include finding a lifelong partner and mastering the one-arm handstand, which will take up the majority of my time and effort.Huge thanks to Cole McCormick...2024-10-0758 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsTraining With Friends | Living An Unextraordinary LifeCould we artificially make our life harder to conquer laziness?In Episode #455 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: Petar's t-shirt, what I changed my mind about, Juan the popular guy, using activities to make friends, some questions from Kobo Abe's book, why being aimless can be good & bad and how nihilistic yapping can be solved in one simple sentence.Huge thanks to Dave Jones, Cole McCormick & Petar the Slav for the support. We really appreciate you!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:59) Unicorn fighting Bigfoot(00:01:34) Setting the stage(00:05:16) Friends are made by circumstance(00:09:58...2024-09-0155 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | September 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2024-09-0143 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMaking The Most Of Chaos | The Dark Side Of Nice CanadaKyrin down .... I've been shot!In Episode #454 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: my recent travels in North America, random meetings at VeeCon 2024, weird macaroons in Montreal, my new one liner story, why the trip was a huge success imho, a closing life stage and moving on to better things, the fauna of the Americas and what is to come in the future.Huge thanks to Dave Jones & Petar the Slav for the support. We really appreciate you!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:47) Travel destinations recap(00:01:56) Serendipity at Veecon(00:07:37) Juan's Veecon connections(00:10:00...2024-08-271h 01
Mere Mortals ConversationsV4V & BTC In Real Life | The Best & Worst Of The USAWhy is LA actually kind of .... meh?In Episode #453 of 'Meanderings' Juan & I discuss: meeting cool people in Nashville, experiencing Americana in Alabama, why Juan tortured his fiancée with exercise, yet another disastrous Kyrin dating story, why I need to find the after after parties and my disappointment with Venice Beach.Huge thanks to Petar the Slav, Dude & Cole McCormick for the support. We really appreciate you!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:50) The BTC/V4V Conference(00:03:02) V4V Musicians(00:04:44) I love Dave Jones(00:05:16) The exciting building blocks(00:09:36) Juan's c...2024-08-0455 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | August 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2024-08-0431 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsFarewell Speech For Mum | Travel Plans & My Biggest ProblemGiving the speech I couldn't and my plans for the near future.In Episode #451.5 of 'Kyrin Solosode' I discuss: why I wasn't able to talk at my mum's memorial service, memories from our time together, the pain of passing does start to ease, random thoughts on drugs, all the people and places I am visiting the next month, realising that Australia is where I need to be searching and a hint at where I might be next year.Huge thanks to Petar, McIntosh, Oystein Berge & Cole McCormick for supporting the show. We really appreciate your...2024-07-1457 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | July 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2024-06-3039 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | June 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2024-05-3133 min
Mere Mortals ConversationsMonthly Goals | May 2024It's time for our monthly check in where we review our goals from last month and see what's coming up for the next.Do you set yourself monthly goals and if so, how many do you set? Juan and I on the first week of every month go over our progress from the previous month and where we are heading for the next. Emphasis as always is on the shortcomings; what we didn't achieve in the previous monthly goals and how we will fix that for the month that comes. We hope you get some value from...2024-04-2844 min