What's up ladies, welcome to class! I'm your host, Autumn Paone, here to have real, honest conversations about everything you should have learned in school about the female body but didn’t. From hormones to living cyclically to the stuff no one talks about, I'm breaking it all down so you can understand your body and actually work with it, not against it.
If you’ve ever been told your pain is “just part of being a woman,” that your period problems are “normal,” or that the only solution is yet another round of hormonal birth control when it's failed you time and time again, you’ve been lied to. Let's call out the gaslighting, expose the BS, and expand education on women's health. Educated women = empowered women!
This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions such as:
What are the menstrual cycle phases?
What is ovulation?
How do I cycle sync?
What else did they fail to mention in sex-ed and health class?
How do I track my cycle?
Are there non-hormonal birth control options?
What is endometriosis? PCOS? PMDD?
How do I manage my endometriosis pain?
What is hormone imbalance?
Why is women's health so under-researched?
What research does exist for women's health?
So grab your notebooks (or don't, no one's grading you) and get ready for unfiltered convos with amazing guests, fiery rants, and the real education you deserve.
*DISCLAIMERS: I am not a medical professional. Always seek a healthcare professional before implementing any serious lifestyle changes, taking new supplements, and/or engaging in new forms of exercise. Nothing (literally nothing) I say should be taken as medical advice. Do your own research, listen to & trust your body, and advocate for yourself always. I love you <3
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! I'm your host, Autumn Paone, here to have real, honest conversations about everything you should have learned in school about the female body but didn’t. From hormones to living cyclically to the stuff no one talks about, I'm breaking it all down so you can understand your body and actually work with it, not against it.
If you’ve ever been told your pain is “just part of being a woman,” that your period problems are “normal,” or that the only solution is yet another round of hormonal birth control when it's failed you time and time again, you’ve been lied to. Let's call out the gaslighting, expose the BS, and expand education on women's health. Educated women = empowered women!
This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions such as:
What are the menstrual cycle phases?
What is ovulation?
How do I cycle sync?
What else did they fail to mention in sex-ed and health class?
How do I track my cycle?
Are there non-hormonal birth control options?
What is endometriosis? PCOS? PMDD?
How do I manage my endometriosis pain?
What is hormone imbalance?
Why is women's health so under-researched?
What research does exist for women's health?
So grab your notebooks (or don't, no one's grading you) and get ready for unfiltered convos with amazing guests, fiery rants, and the real education you deserve.
*DISCLAIMERS: I am not a medical professional. Always seek a healthcare professional before implementing any serious lifestyle changes, taking new supplements, and/or engaging in new forms of exercise. Nothing (literally nothing) I say should be taken as medical advice. Do your own research, listen to & trust your body, and advocate for yourself always. I love you <3
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we have another episode of Her Story, where I sit down with women like you to share your stories of pain, chronic illness, medical gaslighting, mental health, and more.
In this intimate and honest interview, we're speaking with Jenna Bostick. Jenna was misdiagnosed multiple times with PCOS before finally (20 years later) getting diagnosed with a rare tumor. After decades of dealing with fluctuating weight, migraines, greying hair, high blood pressure, and countless other symptoms, she ended up in the hospital for two months.
In our conversation, it became clear to me that one of the most painful parts of her story is the "what ifs": What if doctors had listened to her when she was 18? What if they had run more tests? What if they had investigated further? What if women's health was taken seriously? What if we taught women to take up space and advocate for themselves?
She opens up candidly about medical gaslighting, fertility, weight struggles, emotional growth, and learning to take charge of her healthcare.
Jenna wants all women to take this from her story: Trust your gut. Push back against your doctors when you feel something is wrong. You can be kind while also standing up for yourself, and in doing so you may save your life. You know your body best, trust that.
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we're diving into Hashimoto's with Esther Yunkin.
I'm really excited about this episode because we haven't talked much about Hashimoto's yet. Quite honestly, before this interview, all I could have told you is that it has something to do with the thyroid. As Esther explains in the episode, the thyroid is *complicated* and many people feel confused by it.
Thankfully, we have Esther here to clear up the confusion! We talk about thyroid function and health, hypothyroidism, when it's considered Hashimoto's, getting a diagnosis, getting proper hormone testing, treatment options, and the pharmaceutical corruption surrounding said treatment options. Basically, we cover a lot of ground!
This is a great listen if you...
-suspect hypothyroidism
-are lethargic, experience significant hair loss, are constipated, or present with other Hashimoto's symptoms
-have depression
-want to understand more about Hashimoto's, what to look out for, and how to speak with a provider about proper testing and care
-have yet to experience puberty, pregnancy, or perimenopause (the 3 P's when Hashimoto's tends to develop)
Find Esther below:
Health with Hashimoto's Podcast
Links from the episode:
10 Essential Questions to Empower Your Next Doctor Visit (free PDF)
Rethinking Hypothyroidism (Book)
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today's episode is all about endometriosis: Weird symptoms, how to get surgery, who to trust with your care, speaking with your doctor, hysterectomies, symptom management, self-advocacy, and more.
This is a must-listen if you're early in your endo journey, questioning your diagnosis (or lack thereof), scheduling surgery, or already have a surgery scheduled.
As always, reach out to me with any questions or comments on social media, or by emailing autumn@thehealthclassshedeserves.com. I love hearing from you guys!
This is Your Brain On Birth Control by Dr. Sarah Hill
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we're welcoming wealth advisor and creator of Women, Worth, & Wellness, Nancy Griffin.
What do net worth and self worth have to do with each other? That's one of the key messages that Nancy unpacks for us today: You are worthy, and if you believe in your self worth, your net worth with grow.
Because when we know our worth, we won't settle for less. We'll demand what we deserve in all areas of life, not just financially. We'll be fully empowered women.
As women, we are often raised to not be difficult, to "just be grateful for the opportunity" instead of negotiating what we deserve. And while I'm all for gratitude, we can be grateful for what we have while standing firm in what we are worth. That's why Nancy's message today is SO important.
Another key part of our discussion is how health and wealth are intimately connected. If we prioritize health up front, it can be less of a financial burden over time. Also, if we have an optimal wealth plan, we will have contingencies in place that can save us a load of stress.
We talk about practical steps for working with a trusted financial advisor, building an overall wealth plan, planning finances with a partner, shamelessly prioritizing ourselves, and so much more. No matter where you're at in life, this episode will offer you something invaluable for your overall health AND wealth.
Enjoy!
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we're talking all about sex, pleasure, and orgasms with Dr. Stephanie Zwonitzer.
Female pleasure is considered *taboo*, but we're having this conversation to break through that stigma and bring you the sexual education you deserve. Because sex is a part of life, and pleasure is important! Sexual wellness is a part of your overall wellbeing, full stop.
Many of us hold a lot of shame when it comes to intimacy. We're disconnected from parts of our body due to sexual trauma, religious trauma, family dynamics, or perhaps due simply to cultural influence.
That ends today. Or, at least, begins to end today....healing will likely take much longer than 24 hours. But you get the point.
Dr. Z teaches us how to maximize our pleasure (sexually and non-sexually), how to have easier conversations with intimate partners, and how to have a better time with ourselves. We also talk about different arousal types as well as the importance of non-sexual intimacy.
Overall, this episode is full of valuable info no matter your situation. If you have a clitoris and/or sleep with people who have clitorises, you 1000% want to get your notebooks out and listen up ;)
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we have another episode of Her Story, where I sit down with women like you to share your stories of pain, chronic illness, medical gaslighting, mental health, and more.
Today we're welcoming Deborah Stark, aka Wulf Women on TikTok, to have a raw and powerful conversation about endometriosis and adenomyosis. Her experience with these diseases has opened her eyes to the gaps in women's healthcare, and now that she sees them, she has to do something about it.
That's why she now dedicates much of her energy to educating and supporting other women as they navigate the medical system with endometriosis. In other words, she's building her Wulf Pack!
Check out her brand new website here. It is chock full of incredible information on endometriosis, finding care, prepping for surgery, and so much more.
Join the Wulf Pack by following Deb on TikTok
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we're joined by Amy Gaston, VP of Strategic Growth at OhmBody.
OhmBody is a wearable device that offers a drug-free solution to women suffering with heavy, painful, and emotionally turbulent cycles. The device uses neurostimulation, a fancy word for activating your nervous system in a way that targets pain and fosters relaxation.
More specifically, OhmBody uses neurostimulation to target the trigeminal nerve and the vagus nerve. By doing so, we can promote healthier, easier menstrual cycles.
This conversation is fantastic: Amy breaks down the science at OhmBody in a very digestible way. We discuss the origins of OhmBody, its whole body approach and the benefits it offers, the importance of having women in the room, how to support the nervous system, and education (or lack thereof) around the female body. We also open up into a broader conversation of women's health, particularly in tech spaces.
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Interested in the research behind OhmBody? Here's the study Amy mentioned from Frontiers in Medicine.
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today we're welcoming Veronica Kirin, founder of Asterisk Women’s Health, a Web3 company working to backfill 500 years of missing women’s non-reproductive health data.
It's no secret that there are enormous gaps in women's health research, but there's also a significant lack of quality data itself. Why? Because it's being collected through the lens of a misogynistic system. Maybe if we just asked the women themselves....
Lucky for us, Veronica's doing just that! Join class today to learn about her company, Asterisk, the new app they're building, how it can improve your conversations with your doctors, how it can forward women's health research, AND how your data is completely safe.
Check out Veronica's work here
Getting on the waiting list for Astra
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today we are joined by Somatic Practitioner, Psychedelic Microdosing Guide, & Womb Mystic Leslie Draffin.
We talk about sexual shame, generational trauma, religious influence, motherhood, and so much more, and how we can overcome traumas via somatic work, breathwork, and psylocibin work.
Leslie realized she was living entirely in her head, which I think a lot of us high-performing women can relate to. She teaches us that when we pair breath and body work with small amounts of magic mushrooms, we can deepen the connection between mind and body and embrace true healing on a much more profound level.
BUT, Leslie takes it even a step further, and teaches us that cyclical microdosing is the key to optimizing our feminine power. As we all know, the cycle impacts every aspect of our lives. Leslie knew this, and so she thought, why would psylocibin use be any different? Cycling (psycling, if you will) your microdosing frequency based on the phase you're in is what makes Leslie's approach so different from other methods on the market.
Read more about Leslie's Cyclical Microdosing Method and download her free guide here.
Download the FREE Cyclical Microdosing Method 5-Day Mini-Course
Leslie also hosts a podcast, The Light Within. Check it out: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-light-within/id1554915881
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today's class is very traditional: We're diving into a new study from USCF regarding the ovaries.
This is a very basic overview of the results; I didn't want to get too technical and lose people! If you want to check out the study in its entirety, it's linked below.
Read the study: Comparative analysis of human and mouse ovaries across age
Introduction to the study (00:26)
Study details: Human and mouse ovaries (2:04)
3D imaging and species-specific findings (6:14)
Cellular composition: Species-specific and conserved findings (10:25)
Sympathetic innervation of the ovaries (12:44)
Discussion and social implications (19:16)
Not just fertility (23:38)
Final thoughts and contact info (28:53)
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What's up ladies, welcome to class!
Today I'm joined by Nicole Lange to explore the intersection of women's health, fertility, and Chinese medicine. I've said it before and I'll say it again: Whether or not you plan on having kids, your fertility is a key indicator of your health. Optimal health and optimal fertility are one in the same.
Nicole talks about holism vs. faux holism, and I love the distinction here! The internet can be useful, but has gotten out of hand in many aspects. A good example is how we've redefined "holism" to mean something woo-woo, when in reality, it's using all of the modalities at your disposal to achieve true healing. More on that in class!
We also discuss cultural influences on women's health, the emotional aspects of fertility, and the need for individualized care. Nicole provides insights on navigating health in a complex world and the importance of understanding one's body and needs. Her useful nursery/kitchen/house/neighborhood analogy allows for powerful reflection on where we put most of our energy...and where we maybe need to reallocate.
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Nicole's website:
https://www.lifehealinglife.com
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References from class:
https://florencewilliams.com/breasts-a-natural-and-unnatural-history/
https://www.ynharari.com/book/21-lessons-book/
https://www.lifehealinglife.com/lhl-blog-articles/start-seeing-faux-holism
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From self-advocacy and surgery to breaking through bullsh*t beliefs, 25 was one for the books.
What's up ladies, welcome to class!
Today I'm reflecting on my 25th year, sharing personal growth experiences, health challenges, and the importance of self-advocacy. I discuss my endometriosis diagnosis, the lifestyle changes I made this year, the power of mindset and manifestation, the "not like other girls" trap, and so much more.
Most importantly, I stopped taking life so seriously. Let go of perfectionism; it serves no one.
Overall, I am so incredibly grateful for this life, for anyone who has ever listened to the podcast, and to everyone who has supported me so far. Stay tuned for 26 ✨
You Have the Magic by Haley Hoffman Smith
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What's up ladies, welcome to this week's extra credit class! Today we're talking about the history of women's urinary health as a sister episode to this week's interview with Saoirse Nash.
I explore the historical and contemporary issues surrounding women's urinary and pelvic health, emphasizing the misconceptions about urology, the stigma women face regarding urinary issues, and the gender disparities in medical care.
I also discuss the (forced) sacrifices of Lucy, Betsy, and Anarcha that allowed for major contributions to women's urinary health, but at a very high cost.
I end by reviewing some things that we can do to strengthen our pelvic and urinary health, but definitely listen to my interview with Saoirse Nash for a more in depth convo on preventative care!
Read All In Her Head by Dr. Elizabeth Comen
Read Unwell Women by Elinor Cleghorn
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! This week we're diving into the world of urinary tract infections (UTI) and pelvic and bladder health. I'm joined by Saoirse Nash, Director (Ireland), content contributor, and patient liaison at Live UTI Free Ltd. (LUF), a globally recognized women’s health research and education organization.
We'll be answering the following questions (and more!): What actually causes UTIs? How do you prevent UTIs? What are the biggest misconceptions or myths surrounding UTIs? How do you advocate for yourself when the doctor isn't giving you the care you want?
After struggling with chronic UTIs (plus an infection that wouldn't budge), getting put on a 3 year waiting list (!!), taking her healthcare into her own hands and finding Live UTI Free, and ultimately working with them to advocate for women and better education, Saoirse is beyond qualified to give us all the info!
Women's pelvic and bladder health is an extremely important yet long overlooked issue. The testing, treatment, and education is outdated at best and harmful at worst. I'm so honored to get to unpack some of these issues with Saoirse and contribute to more holistic, comprehensive education in women's health.
Make sure you guys send this to your chronic UTI bestie, because I know we all have at least one ;)
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today we're welcoming Jovonnie Ford, Healthy Habits & Lifestyle Coach, wellness educator, and host of the Empowered Plates Empowered Lives podcast.
One word to describe this episode: INSPIRATIONAL.
With degrees in Health Promotion and Health Administration, a certification in functional nutrition, AND having been diagnosed with endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, and fibroids, Jovonnie has a unique perspective on the healthcare system, holistic healing, and living life to the fullest.
Listen to this episode if you're interested in learning more about:
-Stigma surrounding women's health issues
-Holistic healing for chronic illness (including mental health and mindset work)
-The need for self-advocacy in healthcare
-The power of community support
Of course, we leave you with some actionable steps to empower yourself and improve your health through informed choices and lifestyle changes.
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by reproductive acupuncturist and health tech pioneer, Kirsten Karchmer!
We unpack the complexities of women's health, focusing on the importance of understanding your body and the revolutionary role of AI in providing personalized insights for women's health. Kirsten shares her journey in the reproductive space, emphasizing the need for women to take ownership of their fertility. Because optimal fertility = optimal health, regardless of family plans!
We also cover red flags in menstrual health, what the optimal experience is, and actionable steps for improvement that you can actually implement in your life.
We finish with the innovative Conceivable app, designed to empower women in their fertility (or simply menstrual health) journeys. Kirsten made an AI twin that actually outperforms her (!!!), so you don't want to miss hearing about her phenomenal work for women's health in this episode!
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by therapist, author, coach, and absolute pleasure Kristin Louise Duncombe!
TRIGGER WARNING: The episode and following description detail topics that may be triggering or uncomfortable for some individuals, including childhood sexual assault. Use discretion. Links to crisis hotlines can be found below.
Kristen and I begin our discussion with her latest memoir, Object, a powerful read about being habitually sexually assaulted by her father's colleague and how it affected her life for decades. We dive into the disturbing parallels between the current U.S. political climate and her experience with the U.S. government covering for a serial pedophile in the 80s.
We then venture into toxic beauty culture, including raising the oh-so-important question of how men would see the world if we flipped the script. Even more interesting, we end up in the world of pornography: What does porn teach us about sex? What damaging gender roles are reinforced through it? How is the landscape of porn changing?
Kristin's perspective is profound, having the unique experience of dating both before and after the dawn of internet porn and dating apps.
Ultimately, our conversation advocates for a more empowered and informed approach to women's health, consent, and sexuality. While the topics are at times heavy, we have a fun and hopefully inspiring conversation that will leave you with hope and radical confidence.
Crisis Hotlines:
The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline
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What's up ladies, welcome to class!
Today I'm joined by Camilla Brinkworth, naturopathic healer specializing in plant-based nutrition, gut health, & Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). We delve into the complexities of PMDD, exploring its symptoms, misconceptions, and the profound impact of trauma on women's health.
Camilla shares her personal journey with PMDD and healing holistically via naturopathy, trauma processing, and nervous system regulation. More specifically, we talk about her favorite modalities, Family Constellations and Rapid Core Healing. (This is really interesting stuff that resonated with me deeply, I hope it does for you as well!)
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by Dr. Kristen Cain, a double board-certified OBGYN and fertility physician, reproductive rights advocate, and the number 1 bestselling author of Doctoring Your Life: The Secret to Merging Medicine and Motherhood While Loving Your Life.
In this conversation we're unpacking fertility and in-vitro fertilization (IVF), the unavoidable politics surrounding it, and how women can have it all, but they shouldn't do it all. With over 30 years of experience practicing reproductive endocrinology, balancing family and a busy career, and over a decade of political advocacy for reproductive rights, Dr. Cain shares her perspective, wisdom, and experience.
We also discuss sex education (and how it's actually gone downhill over the last few decades), the importance of fertility for your health and wellness no matter your family plans, and how health insurance has gotten way too powerful.
Women are under attack. Women's health is under attack. Growing anti-woman and anti-reproductive rights attitudes are plaguing the U.S. and costing women their lives. Extremists are calling doctors like Kristen Cain—ones who practice IVF—murderers, despite their entire purpose being the opposite as they help people create life.
It's easy to feel despair in times like these, like nothing you do will help protect reproductive rights, but the hopeful perspective, powerful statistics, and invaluable knowledge shared by Dr. Cain in this episode rekindled my fire. I hope it does for you too!
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Website + Dr. Cain's new book: https://www.drkristencain.com/
Kindbody: https://kindbody.com/team/dr-kristen-cain/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/drkcain/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-cain-bb57ba75/
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What's up ladies, welcome to class! Today I'm joined by Emma Lyons, a trauma-informed healer and founder of The Trauma Matrix. Emma helps women break up with the shame voice that’s been sabotaging their success, relationships, and visibility for years.
If you've ever wondered how to become a empowered, fully authentic, unf*ckwithable woman, this is the class for you. Emma's work highlights a key misunderstanding when it comes to healing: The "inner narcissist" is not your friend and shame is never a good thing.
Emma shares her journey from recognizing her own inner narcissist to understanding it as a controlling force rather than a protective one. We discuss the historical context of women's shame, the effects of narcissistic family dynamics and societies, and the importance of dismantling these harmful narratives. The conversation emphasizes actionable steps for women to reclaim their power and live authentically, free from the constraints of shame.
Are you ready to reclaim your shameless?
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