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Indecent with Kiki Andersen"Dead Ass? Dead Everything" with Kirsten Michelle Cills (Dying Up Here) & Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery)And so... we've come to the end, dear friends. The final curtain call. The buying of the farm. But while the pod is kicking the bucket, in this series finale, terminally-ill comedian Kirsten Michelle Cills and death doula Laura Lyster-Mensh leave us with some wisdom that will live on in our hearts forever... or at least until we're all worm food, too.Kirsten Michelle Cills is a Philly-born comedian, actor, podcaster, and docuseries subject known for her bold, dry demeanor and the oxygen tank that often accompanies her. Kirsten considers herself truly blessed to...
2024-09-271h 03
InterdisciplinaryLiving "Death Days" at the Cemetery with Laura Lyster-MenshSend us a textEpisode description:Cal and Corey talk to Laura Lyster-Mensh, death doula in residence at Congressional Cemetery in Washington DC about making death an open topic of conversation.**********Resources:Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh: Author, podcaster, rabble rouser and death doulaLife, Death and Grave Robbery in a Historic Cemetery, PhD Thesis by Rebecca Boggs RobertsWrite your own obituaryDeath Positive Programming at Congressional CemeterySwedish Death CleaningMarie Kondo revealed she's 'kind of given up' on being so tidyDust to Dust: A Guide to...
2023-10-291h 09
Blerd Dad Podcast#39 Circle of Life - Laura Lyster-MenshOn this very special and emotional episode we talk death, life and emotional poverty with Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh.
Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh, MS, is an American writer and mental health advocate from Amherst, Massachusetts. She has been founding organizations to solve problems all her life, including three international non-profits. She is the author of four books, and has produced three podcast projects, and is currently serving as Death Doula in residence at Historic Congressional Cemetery in Washington DC. She enjoys being old, and doesn’t mind being mortal.
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2023-09-111h 06
Other People's PocketsLaura Lyster-Mensh, Death DoulaIn witnessing people go through the dying process, Laura Lyster-Mensh has discovered some surprising things: family-related financial shenanigans, aloneness, and secrets come to light. She's also realized that unlike being a birth doula or a hospice nurse, being a death doula is not a way to earn money. Why? Listen to find out.Follow Laura Lyster-Mensh:Twitter: @lauracollinslmInstagram: @lauraoncapitolhillFollow Maya Lau at:Twitter: @mayalauInstagram: @itsmayamoneyTikTok: @itsmayamoneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2023-06-2832 min
Other People's PocketsLaura Lyster-Mensh, Death DoulaLaura Lyster-Mensh has witnessed people die, and through that she's discovered some surprising things: family-related financial shenanigans, aloneness, secrets. She's also realized that unlike being a birth doula or a hospice nurse, being a death doula is not a way to earn money. Why? Listen to find out.Follow Laura Lyster-Mensh:Twitter: @lauracollinslmInstagram: @lauraoncapitolhillFollow Maya Lau at:Twitter: @mayalauInstagram: @itsmayamoneyTikTok: @itsmayamoney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-2832 min
Go Ask AliIt's Time to Talk About Death w/ Doulas Valoria Walker & Laura Lyster-MenshIt seems most people feel obligated to cringe or shut down when the thought of the inevitable surfaces. But the simple fact exists that we will all leave this life at some point. Ali talks with Valoria Walker and Lauren Lyster-Mensh who are trained as end-of-life doulas, people who shepherd the dying and their loved ones through the often difficult, emotional, complicated process. They serve as non-medical advocates and holistic supporters of the person passing. Valoria and Laura talk about their experiences, the death positivity movement, death cafes and how we can all start planning for and normalizing conversations...
2023-03-2351 min
The HIP Senior PodcastA Death Doula's Journey to Spread 'Death Positivity'Laura Lyster-Mensh, a death doula, has partnered with the Congressional Cemetery to provide death education and awareness work to the community. Her activities, which are hosted every Saturday morning, are designed to encourage positive thinking about death and help individuals plan for their end-of-life care. Laura's work includes events such as "Write Your Own Obituary" and a game called Death Deck, which initiates conversations about death and allows individuals to learn more about each other's wishes. Through her work, Laura hopes to change the way society views death and help individuals live their lives to the fullest until the...
2023-02-2035 min
Comic WidowsEmergency Weird Al Go BagGood Mourning: Comic Widow and Host, Laura Lyster-Mensh talks with Michelle Lyster in this special episode about what its like being a Weird Al Yankovic super fan. The podcast's co-producer, Angel Penn, is there, too. Our Linktr.ee has all the socials and contact info, plus how to leave an audio message for the show. Thanks to the following lovely supporters of this podcast: @MarkMensh for the musical stylings and support. @LianaMensh for artistic stylings and support. @david_biggbear for sharp-eared observations and notes. @spaghetti_on_the_b...
2022-05-2751 min
Comic WidowsCatfish and Lawyers, Gigi And Eric Part 2Good Mourning: Comic Widow and Host, Laura Lyster-Mensh talks with Gigi Modrich about her status as Comic Widow to her very much alive husband, Eric Koucheravy, a stand up comedian. The podcast's co-producer, Angel Penn, is there, too. Our Linktr.ee has all the socials and contact info, plus how to leave an audio message for the show. Thanks to the following lovely supporters of this podcast: @MarkMensh for the musical stylings and support. @LianaMensh for artistic stylings and support. @david_biggbear for sharp-eared observations and notes. @s...
2022-03-2842 min
Comic WidowsWhat Are Comic Widows?Good Mourning: Host, Laura Lyster-Mensh talks about her status as Comic Widow after her very much alive husband, Mark Mensh, became a stand up comedian. We also learn about the podcast’s co-producer, Angel, and his brother, David. Angel interviews Laura as the first featured Comic Widow. Our website. Our Patreon. Our voicemail. Our Instagram. Thanks to: Thanks to the following lovely supporters of this podcast: @MarkMensh for the musical stylings and support. @LianaMensh for artistic stylings and support. @david_biggbear for sharp-eared obse...
2022-01-1353 min
Auldton Laughing ClubWalking to the backIn which Laura says good bye to this project, thanks you all for your support and conversations, and walks to the back of the bus. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae
2021-07-3109 min
Auldton Laughing ClubJuneteenth, Tulsa, and cicadasIn which Laura takes a cicada walk and considers the underground railroad of shared memory. Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae The Auldton Laughing Club anti-racism action of the episode is this: learn about Greenwood, and Juneteenth. Chapter 37: Five Chapter 38: Maxwell Chapter 39: Bedfellows Chapter 40: Signage Chapter 41: Jemima
2021-06-1922 min
Auldton Laughing ClubWhite-facing and emojisIn which Laura smiles at strangers, personalizes her emojis, and describes the last time she played the "who am I" game. Anti-racism action for the episode: play with your emojis, and read The Sneeches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdLPe7XjdKc Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae This episode's chapters from the book...
2021-05-1431 min
Auldton Laughing ClubI want to be shockedIn which Laura looks at the Chauvin conviction from both sides of the color line. Anti-racism action for the episode: lobby for George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020 with your representatives. Unless you are a DC resident and have no voting representation. Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae This episode's chapters from the...
2021-04-2126 min
Auldton Laughing ClubWhat are you going to do with your stuffIn which we learn about hypodescent, meet one of Laura's aunties, and consider what being Black means. Special guest: Dr Irma McClaurin Anti-racism action for the episode: donate to the Irma McClaurin Black Feminist Archive Links of note: http://irmamcclaurin.com http://irmamcclaurin.com/works/black-feminist-archive/ http://irmamcclaurin.com/works/black-feminist-anthropology/ Black Feminist Archive: Whaddaya Gonna Do With Your Stuff?: YouTube Zora Neale Hurston: Wikipedia Mules and Men: Wikipedia Hypodescent: Wikipedia Want an email reminder for new...
2021-04-0447 min
Auldton Laughing ClubThe absence of Carl CollinsIn which we consider the absence of Carl Collins. Special guest: Dr. Carlie Tartakov Anti-racism deed of the week: Support ScholarCHIPS ScholarCHIPS provides college scholarships, mentoring and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents, inspiring them to complete their college education. Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae
2021-03-0258 min
Auldton Laughing Cluboops... let's try that again!The wrong file was published earlier, and we're republishing with the correct audio now. Thank you to the listener who alerted us, and apologies to those who put up with the unfixed audio!
2021-03-0200 min
Auldton Laughing ClubThe absence of Carl CollinsIn which we consider the absence of Carl Collins. Special guest: Dr. Carlie Tartakov Anti-racism deed of the week: Support ScholarCHIPS ScholarCHIPS provides college scholarships, mentoring and a peer support network to children of incarcerated parents, inspiring them to complete their college education. Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series NEW: Audiobook available of Auldton Laughing Club book Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae
2021-02-262h 20
Auldton Laughing ClubBecoming Fearless GirlsIn which Laura becomes a Fearless Girl, we learn a lot about the importance of good glue, and Nadine drops by again. Anti-racism deed of the week: Learn about Mutual Aid Fearless Girls Map of Fearless Girls 2020 sightings Capitol Hill Corner "Guerilla Protest Sculpture" December 7, 2020 Popvillle "DC Protest Art Capitol Hill Signed Fearless Girls" More protest art from fearless girls 2020 BLM Plaza Memorial Wall/Nadine Seiler update Everyone Needs a Nadine Episode of Auldton Laughing Club Podcast Black Lives Matter Art BLM Plaza Signs Removed Mutual Aid: What exactly is M...
2021-01-291h 04
Auldton Laughing ClubFinding Fearless GirlsIn which Laura and Mark choose to stay in Capitol Hill for the inauguration, Laura searches for the Fearless Girls, and finds them. Anti-racism deed of the week: Protect the Fence at BLM Plaza Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Map of Fearless Girls 2020 sightings https://capitolhillcorner.org/2020/12/07/guerilla-protest-sculpture-at-the-adams-building-library-of-congress/ https://www.popville.com/2020/12/dc-protest-art-capitol-hill-signed-fearless-girls/ htt...
2021-01-2026 min
Auldton Laughing ClubBefore and after on Capitol HillIn which Mark and Laura venture to the Capitol on the morning of and the day after the failed coup. To contact Laura: Laura@LMWriter.com Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae
2021-01-1150 min
Auldton Laughing ClubAngeline comes out of the closetIn which: Angeline comes out of a dark closet, Allison weaponizes blue words to vanquish shame, Regan identifies the analogy to describe 2020. Special guests: Allison, Regan, Angeline, Chaney, Sarah, Green, Woodly, Martha, Mary, Ann, Lewis, Henry, Lucy, John, and Simon Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae
2020-12-2948 min
Auldton Laughing ClubCancel culture: is there a cure?In which we learn about Laura’s criminal past, call in cancel culture, and change the titles of our First Ladies. Special guest, Professor Loretta J. Ross Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Links of note: Loretta Ross Website Online course Calling In The Calling Out Culture with Loretta Ross -- Tuesdays, Jan 19-Feb 9, 2021 Is 'cancel...
2020-12-1845 min
Auldton Laughing ClubBut things were different hereIn which Laura asks if Fiona is a Karen, considers white guilt, and meets Grandpa Rudd. Special guest: Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander On December 5 at 6:00 pm the Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail will host Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, professor of history at Norfolk State University, for a virtual lecture on how Virginia’s waterways helped enslaved people achieved freedom in the years before the Civil War. Dr. Newby-Alexander has authored several books, including An African American History of the Civil War in Hampton Roads (2010). A question-and-answer session will follow the lecture. Vi...
2020-12-0550 min
Auldton Laughing ClubEveryone needs a NadineIn which Laura reveals her travel tricks for trick knees, meets Philipos, and learns why everyone needs a Nadine. Special guests: Philipos Melaku-Bello, Nadine Seiler Special thanks for the help of cousin Robyn, her friend Lulu, Carmen, Regina, and of course Mark. Anti-racism action of the episode: support the memorial and those preserving it. With your donations, and if possible with your bodies, and, interestingly, your bicycles. I donated to the Gofundme. Please join me, generously. https://www.gofundme.com/f/protect-the-fence Want an email reminder for new episodes o...
2020-11-2331 min
Auldton Laughing ClubThe arc of the moral universeIn which Laura takes turns, remembers That Guy, and has her mom turn the tables. Special thanks: Auldton listeners who sent voice clips: G&C T, BS, AS, KM, GM, LE, and the estimable JF. Black in the Valley podcast: WHMP’s Bill Newman, who hosts the program, and mom’s partner in the show, Rev- Dr. Jacquelyn Smith-Crooks. Anti-racism action of the episode: Donate to: Sojourner Truth Memorial Committee in Florence Massachusetts. Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podc...
2020-11-0948 min
Auldton Laughing ClubAnd think of the queenIn which Laura takes Mark to a vigil, BLM waves at the Trump train, and day drinkers face Election Day. Special guests: Mark Mensh, BLM vigil participant Anti-racism action of the episode: add Race Capitol to your podcast queue Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Great podcast apps: Picking the Best Podcast App (and a Guide to the Rest) Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Details on the book at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Lin...
2020-11-0220 min
Auldton Laughing ClubFor the cultureIn which Laura's mom finds the perfect podcast theme song, you meet Liana, and Laura keeps the otter. Special guest: Liana Mensh, and Mark Mensh. Thanks to Harris, and Sabine the river otter. Anti-racism action of the episode: donate to the Elegba Folklore Society in Richmond Want an email reminder for new episodes of this podcast? Click here. Great podcast apps: Picking the Best Podcast App (and a Guide to the Rest) Go to Apple Podcasts to review this podcast series. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com...
2020-10-2623 min
Auldton Laughing ClubMosby's ObeliskIn which Batman praises Mosby, we listen to the Black descendants of the Confederacy, and Laura casts the first stone. You're not racist: so be an anti-racist. This week we're recommending donations to the Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County. Special thanks to: Karen Hughes White, Afro-American Association of Fauquier County, Barbara Amster, Scott Christian, Mackenzie Miller, and the marvelous people of Fauquier County who come out every Saturday for the Black Lives Matter vigil. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook nar...
2020-10-1837 min
Auldton Laughing ClubHurt people hurt peopleIn which Laura tries to be her best self, resists hate, and forgives Enos. Anti-racism action of the episode: Sign the Statement Against Racism by the Virginia Interfaith Center For Public Policy. https://www.virginiainterfaithcenter.org Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Links of note: Trump taken to hospital (Fox News) Pirro to Obama: 'Your Lies, Your Policies and Your Divisiveness' Are Why Trump Is President BoJack Horseman Thoughts & Prayers - YouTube g...
2020-10-0321 min
Auldton Laughing ClubI'm not afraid of youIn which Laura gets a special kind of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome from bleeping bad words, learns about empathy from her son, and breaks the 4th wall with the Auldton narrator. Anti-racism action of the episode: http://leapaction.org/ LEAP is the Law Enforcement Accountability Project Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Links of note: Bernie Mac - I Ain't Scared Of You Mutha****! Def Comedy Jam The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell...
2020-09-2640 min
Auldton Laughing ClubRestlessness behind the maskIn which Laura counts signs, bleeps a bad word, and takes off her mask. Special thanks to: Dr. Carlie Tartakov, Mark Mensh Anti-racism action of the episode: get a Black Lives Matter sign, mask, etc. Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Links of interest: Etsy BLM sign creators Letter in Fauquier Times: The phrase ‘all lives matter’ has become diluted Hate Has No Home Here project Culpep...
2020-09-1919 min
Auldton Laughing ClubShadrack and the fireIn which Laura sees a ghost, learns a song, watches a statue fall, and Auldton feels change coming. Special thanks to: Dr. Ellsworth Weaver, Mara Seaforest, Barbara Amster, Morgan Geddes, Whitney Petrilli, Andrea Martens. Anti-racism action of the episode: donate to the NAACP Fauquier County: https://www.naacpfauquiercounty.org/donate Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton Links of interest: Saturday Vigils In Courthouse Square Will Continue Into The Fall Wikipedia: Death of Shedrick Thompson Letter from a...
2020-09-1428 min
Auldton Laughing ClubI don't see colorIn which Laura rings nonexistent bells, takes the Implicit Bias Test, and takes a pilgrimage to Emily Dickinson's grave. Service Dogs Of Virginia: https://www.servicedogsva.org/product/donate Thank you, Demetria Shabazz for the Amherst Town Hall bells audio from the excellent Juneteenth 2020 Celebration, from Amherst Media: https://amherstmedia.org/content/juneteenth-2020-celebration?fbclid=IwAR1RK80TBeL5Du7gsLEbjO4OERkplq6H_Y_ce69NXd_hK-JhkgEMP6ZLCTc Harvard Implicit Bias Test https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/faqs.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Implicit-association_test#:~:text=measure%20of%20associations...
2020-09-0728 min
Auldton Laughing ClubHow Not To Get Yelled At In 2020In which Laura introduces herself and how getting yelled at may be the best idea in the world right now. This episode we're suggesting supporting our friend, Charity, as your anti-racism action! https://linktr.ee/CharitySadeMutualAid Featuring: Host: Laura Lyster-Mensh Auldton Laughing Club audiobook narrator: Allen McRae Music outro: Daniel Lyster-Mensh Sponsoring intro: Mark Mensh Intro bells: Warrenton Virginia Town Hall Clock Tower Contact Laura at: Laura@LMWriter.com Linktr.ee at: https://linktr.ee/auldton
2020-08-2726 min
Start The Full Audiobook That Keeps Knowledge Hunters Hooked.When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder by Lauren Muhlheim PsyD, Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh - forewordPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/171968to listen full audiobooks.
Title: When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder
Author: Lauren Muhlheim PsyD, Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh - foreword
Narrator: Emily Ellet
Format: mp3
Length: 5 hrs and 6 mins
Release date: 02-25-20
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 56 ratings
Genres: Teenagers
Publisher's Summary:
When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder will empower you to help your teen using a unique, family-based treatment (FBT) approach. With this guide, you'll learn to respectfully and lovingly oversee your teen's nutritional rehabilitation, which includes helping to normalize eating behaviors, managing meals, expanding food flexibility, teaching independent and intuitive...
2020-02-255h 06
New Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 30: Meet Kerrie BaldwinMeet Kerrie Baldwin author of I Dragonfly, who will be participating in the FEAST of Knowledge event on March 17, 2019 in NYC with F.E.A.S.T. www.circummensam.com for more information
2019-01-2527 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet Dr. Lauren Muhlheim, author of When Your Teen Has An Eating DisorderAn eating disorder expert describes going from psychodynamic to cognitive behavioral to family-based treatment, as well as around the world!
2018-07-2823 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 28: Chicago...ICED, FEAST of Knowledge, Laura's shoesLaura Collins Lyster-Mensh offers a headlong careen through her Very Busy Week in Chicago for AED's ICED and the FEAST of Knowledge see http://circummensam.com for show notes
2018-05-0632 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 27: Done With Dieting? #WakeUpWeightWatchersMeet Kristina Saffran from Project Heal and learn about the Done With Dieting movement and why Weight Watcher's "free" program for teens is exploding heads around the world. Show notes at http://circummensam.com
2018-02-2218 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 26: Croatian Parent Activist Wears Eating Disorder Cause on His ChestMeet Hrvoje Rendulic, a parent activist for eating disorder awareness in Croatia. Show notes at http://www.circummensam.com
2018-02-0935 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 25: Meet Jackie, A Young Woman With A PlanIt’s episode 25 and for a holiday treat I am going to share a mother daughter duo, Jackie who is 16 and her mother Tana. Go to the show notes while you’re listening so you can see a picture of the Goal Card that they created as a tool to keep focused on her goals in life. You’ll also hear about other tools their family find helpful, about a possibly magical therapist, and just get to enjoy their family’s insights. I meet a lot of families, and learn something from every one. I am so grateful...
2017-12-2322 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEpisode 24: Nine Truths About Eating Disorders and the Supporting FactsThe Nine Truths About Eating Disorders was historic consensus in the field. Now, a group of researchers at UNC have published the science behind the truths, open access. Meet Katherine Schaumberg, the lead author. http://circummensam.com
2017-12-0723 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet the eating disorders world's informationist, Millie PlotkinLaura introduces you to the person whose name is invoked daily as we search for facts, numbers, and references: Millie Plotkin, the informationist behind the Eating Recovery Foundation's Information Gateway. Show notes at http:circummensam.com
2017-10-3029 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsTabitha Farrar on Building Family Support When Yours Can'tLaura introduces you to Tabitha Farrar, recovery coach, podcaster and community builder. Show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-10-2225 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsState Not Weight with Dr. Rebecka PeeblesMeet Dr. Rebecka Peebles from the Eating Disorder Assessment and Treatment Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Full show notes at http:www.circummensam.com
2017-09-251h 00New Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet Jessica Setnick, MS RD CEDRDLaura sits down with Jessica Setnick, RD. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-08-3132 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMaudsley MythsLaura throws Maudsley Myths at the people who wrote the book on Family-Based Treatment. Drs Daniel Le Grange and James Lock are the guests. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-08-1251 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsICED Conference in Prague 2017Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh takes NEW PLATES podcast along on her trip to the Academy for Eating Disorders annual conference held in Prague, Czech Republic. Features keynote speaker Dr. Vikram Patel, and a cast of dozens. Show notes at http://circummensam.
2017-07-2159 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet Dr. Cynthia Bulik, our Doyenne of DNALaura is back from ICED in Prague and chats about what DNA can and cannot tell us about eating disorders right now. A conversation with Dr. Cynthia Bulik of UNC and Karolinska Institute. Genomics news about Chromosome 12, metabolism, and whether vodka belongs in morning coffee. Full show notes at www.circummensam.com
2017-06-2823 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsA psychoanalyst and a Maudsley fangirl walk into a bar...What is a psychoanalytically trained therapist and an infamously Maudsley-boosting parent doing talking together? Tune in to NEW PLATES 16 to meet Dr. Judith Brisman and Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh talk about the history of parents and eating disorder treatment, the role of psychodynamics, and whether FBT is so different from what psychodynamic clinicians are doing. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-05-2753 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsRecovery Rocks, with Beth Mayer at MEDAMeet Beth Mayer, Executive Director at MEDA, talking about her work with eating disorder patients and their families, recovered clinicians, collaboration, advocacy, and a story of a family and clinical support that will surprise and inspire you. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com Host: Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh
2017-05-1538 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsWeight, wait, don't tell me!Meet JD Ouellette, a parent advocate and peer support who sits down with Laura to talk about weight stigma in families, treatment, and advocacy. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-05-0843 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsAt Home With Eating Disorders conference for parents and carers in SydneyIn a quick mini-episode, meet Nicki Wilson, a parent advocate in New Zealand, to chat with Laura about the upcoming At Home With Eating Disorder conference in Sydney. Hear about the friendly, accessible, helpful, and empowering bi-annual event co-sponsored by F.E.A.S.T., the Butterfly Foundation, and ANZAED. Full show notes at http://www.circummensam.com
2017-04-2117 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEating Disorders Coalition Advocacy Day on Capitol HillLaura joins fellow advocates on Capitol Hill for the Eating Disorders Coalition for Advocacy Day in April 2017. Full show notes at http://www.circummensam.com
2017-04-1520 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet the Mother/Son Team behind Gurze-SalucoreLaura is back from IAEDP in Las Vegas and introduces you to Kathryn and Michael Cortese, the team behind Gürze/Salucore Eating Disorders Resource Catalogue (www.edcatalogue.com) and the ED Matters. Also, news from the world of eating disorder research. Full show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2017-04-0331 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsPsychologist on the cutting edge of evidence-based eating disorder treatmentGuest: Dr. Tarah Martos, Post-Doctoral Psychology Fellow and Licensed Psychologist Mentioned: Laura will be at the IAEDP (International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation) Symposium in Las Vegas this week. If you are attending please reach out! Visit F.E.A.S.T., an organization of parents supporting parents around the world as they help sons and daughters recover from eating disorders. Laura is the new Outreach Director. Dr. Sarah Ravin (Clinician Faces Old Ideas As She Pursues New Career, March 1, 2009) #TryPod Invisibilia Podcast (episode “How To Become Batman” from J...
2017-03-1930 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsIs Eating Disorder Prevention Possible? A conversation with Michael P. Levine, Ph.D.Episode 9: Is Eating Disorder Prevention Possible? A conversation with Michael P. Levine, Ph.D. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-02-271h 23New Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsA tragic loss leads to a warm initiative: Sock It To ED!Episode 8: A special mini-episode about Sock-It Guest: Joan Riederer, from the Erin Riederer Foundation talks about a lovely daughter, a sad day, and the power of friendship. Mentioned: Sockit Erin Riederer F.E.A.S.T. / Eating Disorders Coalition Congressional Briefing Academy for Eating Disorders Kitty Westin Susan Ringwood Full show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2017-02-2019 min
The Eating Disorder Recovery PodcastLaura Collins Lyster-Mensh: The Power of Community SupportIn this podcast Tabitha gets to talk to one of her favorite eating disorder experts: Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh. We discuss FEAST, eating disorder peer support forums, and how to take the sting out of an eating disorder diagnosis for the family members involved.
Laura founded FEAST, and this website is a true gift for any parent navigating the world of eating disorders. Since FEAST Laura has stayed active in the eating disorder parent community and works with treatment centers on how they can better gear services towards families from start to end.
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2017-02-1352 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsEating Disorder Treatment in The NetherlandsMeet Eric van Furth, Ph.D., FAED, @evanfurth, Clinical Director of Rivierduinen in The Netherlands and past President of the Academy for Eating Disorders. Full show notes: http://www.circummensam.com/episode-7.html
2017-02-1033 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsCharlotte's HelixA conversation between host, Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh, and Erica Husain, the Chair of Charlotte's Helix, remembering fellow advocate, Charlotte Bevan, and sharing the story of how a housewife and farmer in the UK got her country added to a cutting edge international genomics study in her last months of life.
2017-01-3051 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsMeet the Founder of Binge Eating Disorder AssociationMeet Chevese Turner, founder and CEO of the Binge Eating Disorder Association. Full show notes at http://circummensam.com
2017-01-1636 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsTreat To The Trait -- New Treatment for Adult Eating DisordersIn the 4th episode of New Plates podcast, host Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh interviews the developers and researchers of NEW FED TR, a new approach to treating adult eating disorders. Details and show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2017-01-0141 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsAustralian Innovation Adds An Expert Parent On Treatment TeamMeet Belinda Caldwell, a Carer Consultant in Victoria, Australia. Learn about CEED, holiday tips for families facing eating disorders, update on news in the eating disorder world. Full show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2016-12-1840 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsHistory of Including Parents in Treatment of Eating DisordersWhy have parents been kept out of treatment, and how has it changed? Host Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh as she asks experts from around the world why including parents during eating disorder treatment was once controversial. Also: eating disorder news, and Laura’s favorite word of the week, “anosognosia.” Details and show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2016-12-0425 minNew Plates: Eating Disorders and ParentsWhy Include Parents During Eating Disorder Treatment?In the first episode of New Plates podcast, meet host Laura Collins Lyster-Mensh as she asks experts from around the world why including parents during eating disorder treatment is important and why it helps improve outcomes. Meet: Mark Warren, Lauren Muhlheim, Janet Treasure, Craig Johnson, Julie O’Toole, Lucene Wisniewski, James Lock, Sarah Ravin, Jenni Schaefer, and Belinda Caldwell plus parents of eating disorder patients. Details and show notes at: http://www.circummensam.com/new-plates-podcast.html
2016-11-2114 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 33: Laura's Last LaughLaura is interviewed by her husband on the occasion of her last Our Better Half episode. New hosts, Ashley Mader and Jane Fleishman, will take over from the notorious prude starting on episode 34. Mark asks Laura about being a prude, about fantasy sex, hypotheticals, how to start a podcast, her "podcast voice," and why she giggles a lot on mike. full show notes at: http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-10-2553 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 32: Female Condoms and Stepping on DucksLaura learns about female condoms and breaking wind during lovemaking... Guest: Judy Palmore, M.Ed. U.S. Education Program Manager The Female Health Company www.fc2.us.com Special correspondent for sexology: Dr. Sandra Schoer, on flatulence ICYM Mentioned: Overheard: Intro music: GarageBand “Collins Avenue” Estelle Reiner quote from “When Harry Met Sally” (1989) Exit tap dance music:
2016-10-0337 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 31: A Darling Approach to RomanceMeet Beth Liebling, owner of Darling Way romance shop in Houston. Learn about a special sex amnesia from new Sexology Correspondent, Dr. Sandra Schroer. And Laura finds special swag in her conference bag. Full show notes at:
2016-09-1842 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 30: A Young Activist For Old Sex - Our Better HalfAshley Mader from OURSHINE.org visits Our Better Half to talk about the Sexuality and Aging Consortium at Widener University. Full show notes at http://www.ourbetterhalf.net/episode-30.html
2016-09-0430 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 29: Nina Hartley and the term MILF - Our Better HalfLaura learns about MILF from actor Nina Hartley and chooses her Woodhull bathroom. Plus: what's in the swag bag? Full show notes at http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-08-2037 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 28: Laura attends sex conference... survives - chats with Nina Hartley and Mandy FarsaceEpisode 28 of the Our Better Half podcast features Nina Hartley and Mandy Mandy Farsace from Woodhull Sexual Freedom Summit! Full show notes at: http://ourbetterhalf.net/Episode-28.html
2016-08-1513 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 27: A Private Gym For Gent's Private Parts - Our Better HalfDavid Mandell from Private Gym visits Our Better Half podcast to talk about kegel exercises for the fellas, and Laura rips the explicit label off sex ed. It's episode 27, and Laura is off to Woodhull Sexual Freedom Summit in Alexandria! Full show notes at www.ourbetterhalf.net
2016-07-3123 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 26: Joan Price reviews sex toys with senior perspective - Our Better HalfThe reigning queen of senior sex, Joan Price, visits OUR BETTER HALF to discuss her sex toy reviews. Grandpa learns what "fluid bonding" means. New segment: Don't Yuck My Yum, plus ICYMI sex news through Laura Lyster-Mensh's prude goggles. Full show notes at: http://www.ourbetterhalf.net/episode-26.html
2016-07-2446 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 25: In Sickness and In Health - Our Better HalfLaura meets Dr. Mitchell Tepper to discuss disability aging and sex, Grandma learns about compersion, insects get glowing about diversity. Full show notes at http://ourbetterhalf.net/Episode-25.html
2016-07-1637 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 24: Laura schmages aging with Gail GatesLaura schmages aging with Gail Gates about visiting sex shops and aging dangerously, does a frog mating dance, queries bedgasm, and anticipates a world without race or gender.... Full show notes at http://ourbetterhalf/episodes.html
2016-07-0336 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 23: How much is good sex worth?Laura calculates the value of a post-menopause sex life with author, Rebecca Warner, considers the penis size of statues, and learns what instagram bae means. Full show notes at: http://ourbetterhalf.net/episode-23.html
2016-06-2634 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 22: Meet Betty DodsonLaura studies the history of selflove and female orgasm with the Mother of Masturbation, Betty Dodson. Full show notes at: http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-06-1934 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 21: Meet the charming criminal behind Shades of BadLaura squeals on Jean Heard, star and producer of Shades of Bad Youtube series, defines Netflix and Chill. Full show notes at http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-06-1229 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 20: BDSM with Black PomegranateLaura strikes up a conversation with Black Pomegranate, BDSM educators. Marina Machlos describes lumbersexuals to grandpa. Dr. Rosalind Baculum explains male orgasm faking. Full show notes at http://www.ourbetterhalf.net/episode-20.html
2016-06-0541 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 19: Nursing home sex, salamanders, and dementiaLaura locks up nursing home sex with an interview with author, Laura Zera, considers salamanders getting tail, and gives big news on the podcast, and affiliation with Swingset.FM Full show notes at http://www.ourbetterhalf.net
2016-05-2938 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 18: Graduation, Dr. Jane Fleishman, same sex bliss, monogamy and STI, and NeggingLaura graduates to mother of adults, interviews Dr. Jane Fleishman about sexual satisfaction in same sex couples, learns about the upside of STIs from Dr. Rosalind Baculum. Full show notes and subscribe at: http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-05-1541 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 17: OMing is Orgasmic MeditationLaura yums the Golden Rule, learns about OMing (orgasmic meditation), quotes Pamela Madsen, news on prom gowns and gendered graduation. Show notes at http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-05-0831 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 16: Posing penis questions to Dr. Dudley Danoff, Alberta Knish on Chinese eroticaLaura poses penis questions to Dr. Dudley Danoff, author of Ultimate Guide to Male Sexual Health. We also have a visit from Alberta Knish talking about ancient Chinese erotica, and Marina Machlos answers the question: "what are sansplants?" Show notes at http://ourbetterhalf.net
2016-05-0125 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 15: Prince, Walker Thornton, EgyptiansLaura mourns the paisley Prince, interviews Walker Thornton, and explores old sex of Egypt.
2016-04-2437 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 14: Dating after divorce, facts on orgasm, and swipe leftLaura swipes right on a trio of dating experts (Guests: Kristen Darcy, author, divorce & fertility coach, motivational speaker, Tamara Green, LCSW, Love Mentor®, Dr. Diana Kirshner, Author, Psychologist and PBS Love Expert and dating after divorce. mentioned: Divorcing Intact Summit, Love in 90 Days And: Anura Gurage, author of Orgasms: 101 Facts and Trivia
2016-04-1751 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 13: Lube and safer sex for seniorsLaura flies over the half-way mark of OBH while flying cross country, guests are Kira Manser from Center for Sexual Pleasure & Health about lube and Dr. Melanie Davis from the Safersexforseniors.org website
2016-04-1042 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 12: Hot Flash Havoc and Cleopatra's angry bee vibratorLaura scrutinizes hormone therapy and learns about Cleopatra's angry bee vibrator. Interview with Hot Flash Havoc documentary consultant, Dr. Alan Altman. Visit from Alberta Knish about history of vibrators. Also: world's strongest vagina inspires our Kegel Exercises!
2016-04-0342 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 11: Tingling your bits, albatross and menopause, ancient dildos, and NDT on cat sexLaura whispers with Lauren Ostrowski Fenton about ASMR, learns what Wisdom the Albatross says about menopause and looks into early dildos
2016-03-2046 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 10: Sex for good memory, Grandpa does Grandma, historic ladybits, and says OMG Yes!Laura endorses happiness, interviews Grandpa, examines historic ladybits, and says OMG Yes!
2016-03-1343 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 9: Tap Dance and old sex, GLBT elders, pretty sexLaura compares tap dance with sex, interviews author Harold Kooden about GLBT advocacy for elders, Eva Margot Kant on not losing sexual mojo when facing pain and illness.
2016-03-0651 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 8: Bea Cummins, HIV update, millions year old penis erectionLaura asks a 60+ adult film actor Bea Cummins about shoes and porn, gets an update on HIV, and meets Dr. Rosalind Baculum, the podcast's Sexy Science Correspondent
2016-02-2843 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 7: Who sells sex toys, fun, cisgender definitionLaura braves her fears and visits a gingerbread house. Interview with Mia Grabner, Pure Romance sales to discuss selling sex toys at parties. Young Li describes the terms transgender and cisgender to Grandma Debbi.
2016-02-2134 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 6: Better Than Sex: cake! Or pie. AsexualityLaura disses Valentine's Day and celebrates asexuality!
2016-02-1438 min
Sex Over 50: Our Better HalfEpisode 5: Pepper Schwartz, sex & cancer, fat sexLaura is pondering the word "still". Sexologist, sex and cancer, Fat Sex.
2016-02-0744 min