In this powerful excerpt, we revisit one of our most downloaded episodes — a conversation with Chloé Macintosh, founder of Kama.lab, the intimacy and pleasure education app. We explore conscious pleasure, intimacy and reconnecting with your body during hormone shifts from perimenopause and beyond.

Chloé reframes pleasure as something we generate, not something we wait for or depend on from someone else. When pleasure becomes an inner resource — a life force already living inside us — it transforms how we show up in relationships, and how we show up for ourselves.

We explore:

If you’re navigating changes in libido, intimacy or connection, this episode is a reminder that nothing is “lost” — it’s simply evolving. And pleasure, at every age, is yours to create.

Knowledge is power. When you understand what is happening in your body - and what options are out there - you can make informed choices that support your physical and mental health, so you can get back to feeling your best. 

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What if your next biohack was 100% natural?

In this episode of MenoPositive, we explore how the wisdom of herbs and plant medicine — used for centuries by civilisations from Ancient Egypt and Greece to the Vikings, and central to Chinese and Ayurvedic approaches to women’s health — can support you from perimenopause and beyond.  I found this a fascinating discussion and reminder of how nature has long offered tools to support our bodies long before synthetic medicine or HRT.

Lisa is joined by Jenya Di Pierro, founder of Cloud Twelve Wellness and Lifestyle Club in Notting Hill, London. She’s a naturopath, herbalist, homeopath and somatic hypnotherapist. Recognised for her Outstanding Contribution to Natural Medicine, Jenya specialises in women’s health — from fertility to menopause.

You’ll learn:

Whether you’re curious, sceptical, or ready to try something new, this conversation reminds us that there are many options for women to manage their menopause.

**And as promised, here is Jenya’s recipe for her Fire Cider Immune Booster to make at home**

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What if you could see your body recharging — cell by cell?

It’s called “wind in trees” therapy so ICYMI, I spoke to Andy Smith from Cellar8 to explore how PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) and Red Light therapy can support women through perimenopause and menopause.  This is bigger than beauty, it’s biology! 

Seven out of 10 use cases for PEMF therapy are osteoperosis.  From energy and sleep to bone and heart health, PEMF and near-infrared light works at a cellular level, improving blood flow, oxygenation, and communication between your cells — helping your body function more efficiently. For women, that means:

This is a non-pharmaceutical, science-backed approach to help your body thrive through hormone shifts.

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I have always been a champion of women supporting women and that's why I'd love to introduce you to my friends Karen and Lucy and their podcast Say It Sister. 

In this episode, they unpack the idea of “good girl conditioning” — those quiet, deep-rooted messages that have shaped how so many of us show up, please, and perform. We explore how these patterns influence our behaviour and even how we see ourselves — and how we can start rewriting them to lead, live, and feel more freely.

They discuss:

You may also like the one where I sit down with them to talk about how menopause can be a fuel for growth.   Enjoy!

What if you approached menopause the way you approach leadership? 

Whether you’re the CEO of a Fortune 500 or the CEO of your household, managing perimenopause and menopause should be part of your life’s success strategy.

In this empowering episode, Lisa is joined by leadership experts Lucy Barkas and Karen Heras Kelly to explore what it means to be the CEO of your menopause   — leading yourself through hormone shifts and midlife change with purpose, courage and intuition.

You’ll learn:

If you’re a woman navigating midlife, hormone changes or burnout — this episode will help you take back control and design the next phase of life on your terms.

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HRT can be life-changing — but have you ever wondered why it works better for some women than others?

In this episode of MenoPositive, we dive into how nutrition and hormone metabolism can impact the effectiveness of your HRT.

Clinical Nutritionist and Health Coach Flora Budenberg joins Lisa to explain how your body processes estrogen — and how food, fibre, and specific nutrients can help ensure your hormones work for you and not against you.

You’ll learn:

Perfect for women in perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause - on HRT or not - this conversation blends science, nutrition, and practical lifestyle advice to help you feel your best.

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Did you know menopause could be the beginning of your boldest chapter?

🎧 If you do just one thing today, take 10 minutes and gift yourself this conversation.

📌 - Save this episode for when you need a reminder

📤 – Share it with someone who’s on their own midlife journey.

ICYMI, spiritual mentor Estelle Bingham reminds us to trust that you are in a transition that is gifting you something.

The menopause transition can be like a giant re-set button but you need to give yourself space and permission to feel your feelings.  

At the Health Optimisation Summit, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, shared similar advice: “If you do only one thing, find a moment every day for solitude. Cut out all the noise and connect with what’s going on inside you.”

These could be micro-moments – you don’t have to sit cross-legged on the floor for an hour!  And when you do, you will connect with what’s going on and find the right approach for you.

Finally, don’t miss our signature final 3 questions for our 35, 45, and 55-year-old listeners! Listen through to the end, as Estelle shares one of my favourite pieces of advice!

If you enjoyed this taster, listen to the full episode with Estelle called The Journey Back to Joy.  

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You wouldn’t run a marathon without training… so why face menopause without a plan?

How you live today directly impacts how you feel through perimenopause and beyond. Small, intentional lifestyle adjustments — from sleep and strength to stress management — can be your best friend in creating a smoother, more positive transition.

ICYMI, Dr. Jessica Shepherd shares her Top 5 MUST-DO’s to help you “prep for the pause” — practical, science-backed strategies to support your body, mind, and hormones.

Knowledge is power. When you understand what's happening in your body - and what options are out there - you can make informed choices that support your physical and mental health, so you can get back to feeling your best. 

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What happens when men sit down to talk honestly about menopause?

In this episode of MenoPositive, we hand the mic to three men—William, Tom, and Matt—for a candid conversation about menopause. From partners in perimenopause denial to post menopause shifts, their reflections reveal how little men understand about this life stage—and how powerful it is when they start asking questions.

Guided by Lisa and her friend Dr. Shahzadi Harper, this episode explores the science behind the symptoms, how it can be dismissed as stress, burnout, or simply “getting older,” and how the impact stretches far beyond hot flushes to brain health, heart health, sexual wellbeing and body composition.

But this conversation isn’t just about symptoms. It’s about empathy. How can men support the women in their lives through a transition they’ll never personally experience? We also find out if male menopause (andropause) is real and what men need to look out for.

The episode has great practical advice for partners—from accompanying women to appointments, to making lifestyle changes together, to simply listening without judgment. And yes, they even answer the men’s burning questions: Are there any positives to menopause?and“Will I ever have sex again?”

Join us for an enlightening, candid, and surprisingly funny conversation that proves menopause is far more than a punchline or simply a “woman’s story” –it’s a relationship and family story.

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Did you know your gut is ground zero for your health?

In this episode of MenoPositive, Lisa sits down with Dr. Taz—double board certified integrative medicine doctor and founder of Hol+ – to learn why a healthy gut is critical for hormone balance.

From the microbiome’s role in estrogen metabolism to how fibre and a clean diet support hormone messaging and transport, this episode is packed with science-backed insights and practical tips to nourish your gut naturally. Dr. Taz also shares two essential steps she recommends before you even start the conversation on hormones.

Whether you're navigating perimenopause, post-menopause, or just planning ahead, you’ll discover how nourishing your gut can unlock your hormone superpower and make menopause a smoother journey - improving energy, stabilizing mood and optimizing overall wellbeing.

Knowledge is power. When you understand what's happening in your body—and what options are out there—you can make informed choices that support your physical and mental health, so you can get back to feeling your best.

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