The Menopod

Hello and welcome to this very special episode of The Menopod to mark International Women's Day.

Award-winning hosts Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson are back to chat about every aspect of the menopause - or what they like to call puberty’s evil older sister.

Joining them on this special is Dr Paula Briggs, Chair of the British Menopause Society and a Consultant in Sexual and Reproductive Health. All of which means she knows her onions when it comes to menopause and perimenopause - and answers some of our listener's most pressing questions about this critical stage in a woman’s life.

Sue and Dawn discuss whether there is now almost too much information out there about the menopause? Have we moved from a place where women struggled to find any information to there now being a blizzard of stuff?

Welcome to your FAQs about life for women over-45.

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The Menopod is presented by Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.

It is a Laudable production for Reach, and it is available on all major podcasting platforms, including Apple and Spotify.

The title music is End of the Rainbow by Quincas Moreira.

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On this week's The ECHO's Menopod, Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson have got their gladrags on, as they explore the world of fashion for women over 45.
Sue and Dawn are joined by celebrity stylist and fashion guru Lorraine McCulloch.
They ask crucial questions such as: when did it get so hard to find a dress to fit your hips as well as your boobs? Will security be called if we step over the threshold at TopShop? And how many pairs of black trousers is it reasonable for one woman to own?
From the fear of looking like mutton dressed as lamb to the terror of elasticated waists The Menopod is here to discuss those style problems and try to find solutions.
Presented by Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson
Edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin

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Here's what you can expect from The Menopod, presented by Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson.

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The Menopod is back! Join Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson as they tackle puberty's evil, older sister one G&T at a time. They are joined by guests from all walks of life - from authors to actors, dieticians to fitness experts - exploring the menopause in a fun and educational way. The Menopod Series 2: coming soon...

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In this episode, The ECHO's Menopod discusses the medical side to the menopause.
Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson ask crucial questions, such as: Does HRT suit everyone? Is weight gain inevitable? And what's the perimenopause, and how will I know I'm in it?
From old wives' tales to myths and even fake news, the menopause and many of its symptoms are shrouded in uncertainty and confusion.
Dr Paula Briggs, a leading expert in the menopause, joins Sue as they attempt to bust some of those myths.
Presented by Susan Lee and Dawn Collinson
Edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin

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