By Karen Arthur
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Welcome to Season 7 of Menopause Whilst Black the Podcast! The podcast committed to sharing the stories of Black women* in any stage of menopause, primarily based in the UK.
Founder and host Karen Arthur introduces the eagerly awaited seventh season of MWB.
Menopause is a transition, often natural (sometimes medically induced), but inevitable and can be a challenging stage for many women. It can also be a gateway to next wonderful phase of our ageing lives.
Season Seven of Menopause Whilst Black the podcast heralds more diverse stories of hope and information to allow you to advocate for your own menopause care, or that of the people you love and support. From doctors, to artists to healers to activists, you are sure to find a thread that draws you in.
There are 60 episodes and 6 seasons of Menopause Whilst Black the podcast. If you missed them do go back and listen in. Available on most platforms, seasons 5 and 6 are also on YouTube. Spread the word and share!
If you love this podcast please support us by following Menopause Whilst Black on Facebook and Instagram, leaving a glowing wordy review on any platform and like, subscribe and comment on YouTube.
Please keep talking about menopause amongst your family, friends and work colleagues of all genders. Together we will break this taboo and ensure that every person gets the menopause care they need.
Karen Arthur is a broadcaster, artist, author and menopause activist. She is host of bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'.
Karen hosts The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women in any stage of menopause. Bookings for April/May 2025 open shortly.
Karens first childrens book, 'Grandmas Locs', illustrated by Camilla Ru, on celebrating natural Black hair through the relationship between a grandmother and her grandson, will be published by Tate publishing on 24th October 2024. Preorders open.
*we recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term women is used whilst mindful of this.
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX FINALE Episode 8 is now up!
For this special FINALE episode we took my favourite conversation clips from each guest and sandwiched them between my own thoughts and feelings to bring you a delicious and nourishing offering - all the food groups represented!
A new slant that we hope you love as much as we do, this last episode in the season is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If these words strike a chord, don't forget to share with someone else who may benefit.
Pop to my Linktree to listen now. Goodness me what a ride the past two months have been! Thank you ALL for rocking with us!
Big thanks as always to Team MWB @yaastudios and @beyongolia and meeeeee without whom the show would never go on.
Loved this season? Love this podcast? Leave us a positive review on the following platforms (least reviews are listed first): > Facebook > Audible > YouTube > Spotify > Apple podcast As always the BEST advertising is the word of mouth so keep talking and keep sharing! Stay tuned for Season 7 - July 2024.
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CONNECT
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 7 is here! Our guest this week is Le'Nise Brothers @Eatlovemove. Le'Nise Brothers is a yoga teacher and registered nutritionist with Bahamian and Canadian heritage based in London.
She works with women through their menstruating years, perimenopause, menopause and beyond. She set up her private nutrition practice Eat Love Move to help empower and educate women to understand their bodies, advocate for better healthcare and heal.
Le’Nise is also the host of the @PeriodStorypod, which aims to break taboos around menstrual health, hormones, perimenopause, menopause and beyond. Her first book 'You Can Have A Better Period' was released in March 2022.
We discuss so many topics including:
> her mothers fibroid story.
> parenting her parent.
>The function of the hormone cycle
> How to have a better period during peri-menopause.
> the good vs bad food myth and much more.
Le'Nise left me with a great deal of food for thought (pun intended) - We'd love to know which parts made you think too! This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond.
If Le'Nise's words strike a cord, don't forget to share with someone else who may benefit. We would LOVE it if you could also leave a great review on your chosen platform!
NOTES
CONNECT
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whilst Black Season SIX Episode 6 is here!
Our guest this week is Dr Jocelyne Tedajo Tsambou. DrJocelyn is a French born Cameroonian who lived in Senegal and studied in England. She is also step mother to three children.
Dr Jocelyne is a GP, menopause specialist and medical educator, member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and the Ivel Medical Centre in Bedfordshire. Her particular focus on menopause and family planning consultations have seen her push the boundaries of service provision, further cementing her status as a specialist also recognised by the British Menopause Society. Dr. Jocelyne takes a holistic view and a well balanced approach to health and well being.
We discuss:
> Bio vs and body identical hormones.
> her own long fertility journey.
> the cultural pressure that accompanies childlessness
> finding her purpose through menopause
> Why health professionals must factor in culturaly nuanced menopause experiences earlier.
and much more.
This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If Dr Jocelyne's words resonate with you, do share it with someone who may benefit from our conversation.
NOTES
NHS app couch to 5K
Pelaton for meditation
Perimenopause and Menopause for Black women ebook*
*Free to listeners until 15th May 2024 then a small cost.
CONNECT
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 5! Our guest this week is Dr Yansie Rolston.
Dr. Yansie Rolstons PhD experience is in health equity providing technical expertise to statutory organisations. She is a researcher, skilled trainer and facilitator working across Europe, Africa, America, and the Caribbean, designing and implementing health equity strategies.
Dr Yansie founded You and Menopause in 2014, is a film executive producer of several documentaries on menopause and grief and co-editor/author of 'Black and menopausal, intimate stories of navigating the change', a highly recommended book on Black peoples personal journeys with menopause.
Dr Yansie is associate director of The Ubele Initiative and Efficacy Eva.
We discuss:
> Her experience of surgically induced menopause
> Menopause experiences in different countries
> The support from Mother and daughter conversations > Worries around over-medicalising menopause
> How to lessen the serious impact of racial weathering. and much more.
This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond.
If Dr Yansies episode resonates with you, do share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don’t forget to leave a positive review on your chosen platform!
NOTES
CONNECT
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 4! Our guest for Episode 4 this week is Professor Joyce Harper. Professor Harper is an internationally renowned, award winning educator, author podcaster academic and scientist who has written over 240 scientific papers, published three books and is working on her fourth.
Joyce is leading the development of a UK Menopause Education and Support Programme, is co founder of the UK Fertility Education Initiative, and founder of the International Reproductive Health Education Collaboration.
We talk about so much!
Highlights below:
> the five pillars of well-being
> why getting outside is so important
> the benefits of cold water immersion
> menopause misinformation - how to shut out the noise and so much more.
Joyce wasn't too impressed with my own alternative to cold water swimming - what can I say - I prefer my immersion temperatures to be a tad higher. Are you a cold water swim fan?
This episode is available to watch on YouTube, all good podcast platforms and beyond. If Joyces words hit home please share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don’t forget to leave a positive review on your chosen platform!
NOTES
CONNECT
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are not a substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 2!
Our guest for Episode three this week is Dr Itunuwoluwa Johnson @DrShoCares. Dr Itunu is a portfolio GP who specialises in menopause care based in North London. She is a founder of @rockmymenopause bringing menopause facts and myths to the fore and part of @heal_courses empowering Black health.
Dr Itunu champions health equity and holistic practise as GP Tutor and examiner at Queen Marys Hospital.
We discuss:
We also had a lot of fun talking about her own daily routine which might seem unusual to some but thats the beauty of crafting your own rituals and that work for you, right?
Dr Itunu has written an ebook 'A personal guide to Menopause for Black Women'. This is available FREE to Menopause Whilst Black listeners by contacting Dr Itunu @drshocares
This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond. If Dr Itunu's story resonates do share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don’t forget to leave a positive review on your chosen platform!
NOTES
Breast cancer gene information (BRCA1 and 2)
Dr. Nighat Arif and The Health Collective
Professor Joyce Harper
HEAL courses (Health, advocacy and learning courses)
The Lancet article - Time for a balanced conversation about menopause
CONNECT
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 2!
This weeks guest is Mary Martin, founder of fashion house Mary Martin London.
Mary is an award-winning self taught fashion designer based in South London. Originally from Wales, Mary's story literally reads like a 'rags to riches' novel - this determined woman has never had any intention of being stuck with the cards she was dealt. Her strong Christian faith is a common thread throughout her life. Mary shares her menopause story and how she cares for herself 'naturally'. (I am aware of some contention around this word, but listen in and you'll get it)
We talk about:
and so much more.
There's no getting round the fact that Mary is and continues to be an inspiration to many, and we're sure you'll find a part of her journey that resonates.
This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and beyond.
If Mary's story hits home do share this episode with others who may benefit from our conversation. Don’t forget to leave a comment or positive review on your chosen platform!
NOTES:
Power of a Woman Awards founded by Frederick (Freddie) NWAKA.
For UK wide lessons visit Learn to Swim. Or visit Swim Dem Crew or Black Tri Tribe our Black UK community
CONNECT
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud
*We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season SIX Episode 1! We're BAAAAACK!
Our guest this week is @theKarenArthur - ex teacher and fashion designer, now broadcaster and founder of this podcast @menopausewhilstblack . Yes it's me!
Here's my bio:
"Karen Arthur is a Black woman with a powerful story to tell. From an unexpected and unplanned departure from her teaching career, brought on breakdown triggered by her menopause, she reemerged.
Karen had help through therapy to unpack a long abusive relationship, grief, anxiety and depression and a deep loss of self, to become a fashion designer, model, menopause diversity campaigner and positive ageing advocate".
Episode one of this brand new season is hosted by previous guest Creative coach, speaker and artist Adah Parris.
We talk about:
…and so much more.
Adah truly went above and beyond with her questions, and the result is a wonderfully frank mix of wisdom and laughter.
If my story resonates with you please do share this episode with others who may benefit from our words and advice.
Don’t forget to leave a comment or positive review on your chosen platform! New episodes drop every Wednesday!
Please note:
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are no substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen or hop over to YouTube for your visual fix , and recommend to a friend (or three) who you think would enjoy this episode.
NOTES
Nova Reid, The Good Ally book
Nat Lue Recovering people pleaser Sweatshirt and The Joy of Saying No book
Audrey Lorde - Poetry is not a Luxury
Rolys Fudge
CONNECT
If you are a brand or business whose values align with Menopause Whilst Black consider sponsoring a season or an epsiode of this podcast. Get in touch for rates: [email protected]
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-345169177/karen-arthur-can-we-talk-episode-11-with-cyndi-hanson-on-gold-dust-radio-16-3-24
https://www.golddusthub.com/radio
*We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB:
Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions
Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
Menopause Whist Black Season 5 Episode 10!
The Finale!
Our guest this week is Dr Zandile Ndlovu @zandi__ndvolu. Zimbabwean, Dr Zandile Ndlovu is the daughter of political activists who fled Rhodesia in the sixties. Zandie worked in D&I within the financial sector before bringing her considerable expertise and passion for equity and equality to her current role as Head of Consulting of an award-winning HR advisory firm. She was recently awarded her doctorate (WOOP!) which explores the phenomenon of ‘inclusion’ in order to create organisational cultural shifts.
Zandi thought she had dodged a peri-menopause bullet for a few years until she found herself developing obvious symptoms - especially the dreaded hot flushes. But it was at a party where a friend mentioned how she was managing her own menopause that Zandi started to take steps towards her own care.
‘Zandi’ offers some insight into her menopause experience touching on the following topics:
The validation in seeing herself reflected back on TV
Reconciling childlessness and perimenopause
Speaking up and the power of sisterhood
Private vs NHS menopause care
Her unexpected love of running.
…and so much more.
Zandi celebrates herself in such a beautifully joyful way. We hope that you’ll be encouraged to tangibly big yourself up regularly too!
This episode is available to watch on YouTube and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon or wherever you get your aural candy. If Zandi’s story or any of the previous episodes resonate with you, don’t forget to share with others who may benefit!
You can also leave a comment or positive review on your chosen platform as this goes a long way to getting us to the people who need these words.
We’ll be back with Season SIX after a well deserved break. Keep talking, lovelies. Let’s normalise menopause everywhere!
CONNECT
Zandi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zandi__ndvolu/
NOTES
Online Menopause Clinic
London based Black running crew Emancipated Run Crew
New to running? Couch to 5K iOS | Android
Help with your running - Nike running app.
Run-cation fun! The Race, Atlanta
Karens travel treat Away luggage
Davina McCall: Sex, Myths and the Menopause
Stress help Headspace app
Please note:
These episodes are conversations between humans discussing their own menopause experiences. They are no substitute for advice and consultation with a qualified health professional. No two menopause experiences are the same so do remember to do your own research.
Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen or hop over to YouTube for your visual fix and recommend to a friend (or three) you think would enjoy this episode.
Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist
Email the show: [email protected]
Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio 'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud:
*We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this.
Join our mailing list.
Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space
The podcast currently has 62 episodes available.
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